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The Hangout

Music Venue, Seafood Restaurant, and Bar

Gulf Shores

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The Hangout

7.9^/10

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"Best time to visit: during the annual Hangout Fest!!"(5 Tips)
"Try their famous Shaka Shrimp wrap!!! Excellent!"(4 Tips)
"Hangout music festival is an awesome experience"(2 Tips)
"The cheese burger and the fries are amazing!"(12 Tips)

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Laura TAugust 4, 2018
Great nightlife. Oddly still a family friendly atmosphere after dark. Everyone is nice, drinks were strong, clean bathrooms. Live music. Love the beach chairs in the sand but they are ALWAYS occupied!
Brittany ConnerJanuary 29, 2019
Best food, their signature sauce is AMAZING. Great atmosphere, awesome service, beautiful ocean view. Best time to visit: during the annual Hangout Fest!!
Becky McGuireJuly 8, 2016
Great food service and live music with loads of fun for families while you wait. henna tats and extensions for hair, bungee bounce and bubble machine. Have a unique drink and photo ops.
Chris DavisJune 14, 2017
I was very impressed with the food here consider how big this place is. I like beach the location. I visited during Hangout music fest so it was at it's all time high and I thought they were organize
Hope ReedDecember 22, 2014
Downtown Gulf Shores where kids and adults can both enjoy. Great food, live music, kids play area, and within steps from the beach
Lacey HarrisonApril 4, 2012
This place not only had great food but was so much fun! We ate here for lunch and played TV trivia with the DJ and the kids had a foam party and giant beach ball! Excellent and highly recommended!
Kelli A.June 16, 2014
Everyone complaining about the price must never eat out. Maybe a dollar or two more than Chili's or whatever, but definitely worth it. Quick wait, great food, family fun!
Brian BellMay 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
We've been going here MULTIPLE times a year since they opened. Since they started that STUPID Hangout Fest though, it's gone downhill. They have turned my beloved zen beach into Panama City Beach.
Jim DesaiSeptember 21, 2012
Gr8 place to hangout with group specially if u love cold weather few shots and born fire perfect and u will see all locals
Agatha UnicornJuly 25, 2011
Best place ever! The wait can sometimes be long but there's tons to do while you wait! They're super friendly and you're allowed to dance on the tables! Which is a plus for me! This place is a must!!!
Stacey EtchisonJune 16, 2022
The most beautiful view while having a late lunch. Food was excellent. Service is great. LOVE Gulf Shores!!
Paige JosephineApril 7, 2018
The atmosphere was great and everyone was super helpful. There was plenty of activities for kids and adults alike.
Trisha MillerAugust 3, 2014
Ask for Kayla! She's awesome! She's the one with tattoos on her arm and she's very peppy! #awesomewaitress
Jackie JohnsonMarch 31, 2015
Been there every time I go visit my families and go beach walk to hangouts etc this is best hangouts place 😍
Jeanna ChandlerJuly 22, 2015
Food is ok, atmosphere is great! Go late afternoon so it's not as hot. Lots of fun!
Roti RollsMay 16, 2012
We will be slinging delicious Rotis for the Hangout Music Festival Fri, Sat & Sun from 11-11. Come listen to some great bands and get your ROTI ON!!!
Jenna PayneJune 5, 2015
GREAT place! Very nice atmosphere! Great food and service. Nice gifts shop. Good location.
AuburnTiger94October 17, 2011
Been here 10+ times
We love The Hangout and the beach at that Hangout! Try their famous Shaka Shrimp wrap!!! Excellent! They also serve the world's best fries!!!
Boo BearJuly 9, 2019
Lots to do. It is like a carnival. Very loud, live band, lots of people. Games while you wait. No AC, but open breeze walls. Food is not too expensive. Park in grass lot across Beach st.
Anna ItalianoMarch 7, 2013
GREAT portions. GREAT food. Price was a little expensive, but you get what you pay for. Definitely a place to visit while here.
Carol KelleyApril 10, 2011
A great place to come for people with kids. All ages can find something to do and after a long day in the sun it is nice and easy.
Amy Towry-GriesOctober 20, 2013
Had the swordfish grilled. It was so good, the first time I ever had swordfish and will order it again.
Gulfshores AliveOctober 17, 2010
Pre Paisley Party at the Hangout, the WES LOPER BAND 1:30 start time. Watch the concert and hang out inside the Hangout, live audio and video all night long. Cary Laine band 10pm until 2am!!
CindyAugust 13, 2015
It's the 2nd week of August and the place was dead at lunchtime. Not much happening. Ice cream/sno-cone truck doesn't open until 4p. Skip the handmade Rita. Nice server. The zoo animals were fun.
GeauxDC FoodieJune 10, 2017
Come here for the ambiance and that alone. If you're here for the food you're either drunk or high. Consistently the absolute worst food in Gulf Shores.
Amanda JacksonOctober 16, 2017
My go to in Gulf Shores, day or night you can't go wrong.
Aaron GrebnerJuly 21, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Awesome place, it's always busy and crowded so expect to wait. Service at the bar wasn't great. I felt like the bartender was annoyed we ordered from the menu.
Anna-Marie EllisonJuly 13, 2016
The shrimp basket was very good! I got more shrimp than I thought I would get!
Tee Jay McKenzieAugust 23, 2014
The fish tacos and the dog show are great! Crab legs were overcooked!!! Great atmosphere!!
Jordan DockJuly 27, 2015
We got the incredible, and had a fun time with great bands
John HaneyJanuary 13, 2016
The cheese burger and the fries are amazing!
Jeanna ChandlerJuly 22, 2015
Atmosphere is worth the wait and cost. Lots of fun!! Lots to do while you wait.
Paula LoveJuly 3, 2015
Great for the kids. Fun to see the zoo animals. Petting zoo. Food is good, service is slow.
Alan HedrickMarch 20, 2021
Premium Margaritas are AMAZING!!!
Kevin SandersAugust 12, 2016
Great food, music and atmosphere!
Kitt Diehl-HoustonAugust 11, 2013
Great live music! Good food too! Right on the beach. (: if u get the chance, stop by!
Justin LisenbyOctober 2, 2016
Fun place to get some food, have a drink, and watch a band.
ChevroletMay 17, 2013
Flag down a Catch A Chevy to get to where you want be, faster. Added bonus: It's complimentary!
Jeff JohnsonOctober 6, 2015
Food is Okay. Atmosphere is great. Live band, dance on the tables, throw napkins. Something for whole family.
Linda FairchildMay 25, 2014
awesome atmosphere and bartenders but we waited over 1.5 hours for a table and 1.5 hours for appetizers.
Carissa ParkerJuly 21, 2018
Expect a long wait at night, especially on the weekends! GF items are limited, but exist and are clearly marked!
Allen JolleyMay 12, 2015
The burger is pretty good. Atmosphere is the best quality. Closes too early.
Chip MillerSeptember 15, 2015
Wanted to sub a cheaper side: NO. Wanted to order pound and a half of crab: NO. Have eaten here every year. Not again ...
Curtis WalkerSeptember 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Awesome bar I love it food is great service is a little slow but staff is friendly and waitresses are hoooooooott
Todd AnstisJuly 8, 2015
Unbelievably expensive, but on the plus side they give you huge portions. Absolutely a tourist trap, but not as bad as some and your kids will have a lot of fun.
Cassie Rose CMay 9, 2016
Live music is fantastic and tasty food.
Callie LawsonAugust 3, 2011
I have always loved the hangout. The atmosphere is so fun. Love it when people get up and dance on the tables!!
Daniel TannerJanuary 8, 2021
Over priced for quality of food and drink. A lot of the seafood is frozen coming from who knows where and the alcoholic drinks are made with well or lesser quality spirits. Headaches and bowel issues
Harry HoodMay 29, 2022
Been here 5+ times
Great drinks and right on the beach
Tonie BoamanAugust 10, 2012
Prices here are high compared to better restaurants in the area. Bacon egg cheeseburger was good. Glad did not have to wait in line to see a band etc

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