Things to Do

1Dragonfly Food Bar

This funky spot serves up creative tacos and rice bowls with an Asian-Mexican twist, plus a great cocktail and craft beer list. It’s a favorite of ours, so come hungry and ready to share a few plates.

2Panini Pete’s

This beloved French Quarter café is a great lunch spot with pressed sandwiches, Angus beef burgers, and homemade beignets, all with a laid-back courtyard charm. It earned its fame fair and square with a spot on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.

3Pearl

This cozy seafood and raw bar in the heart of downtown is the place for fresh Gulf oysters, award-winning gumbo, and a laid-back but polished vibe. It’s small, so there may be a wait, but it’s worth it.

4Sunset Pointe at Fly Creek Marina

Waterfront dining with front-row seats to one of the best sunsets in Fairhope. They even ring a bell when the sun goes down. Don’t leave without trying the snapper throats; it’s the dish this place is known for.

5The Hope Farm

An elegant farm-to-table spot where much of what’s on your plate was grown right on their own farm. Expect a beautiful garden setting, thoughtful cocktails, and a menu that changes with the seasons.

6Little Bird

Elevated Southern cooking in a beautiful setting just north of downtown, with a lovely bar, a great cocktail and wine list, and cornbread served in a cast-iron skillet. Perfect for a special dinner, so make a reservation.

7Sunday Brunch at The Grand Hotel

An indulgent brunch spread served from 11:45am to 1:45pm with gorgeous views over Mobile Bay, a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning if you’re still in town. Reservations are a must and go live on OpenTable exactly 90 days out, so mark your calendar and book early!

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8Provision

A café, wine bar, and little market all in one, right in the middle of downtown. Locals call it Fairhope’s living room: come for coffee in the morning, a glass of wine in the evening, or a few gifts to take home.

9The Coffee Loft

A cozy, artsy coffee shop on North Section Street that opens early, with a long list of specialty lattes. An easy first stop on the way into town.

10The Monkey Bar

A tropical-inspired outdoor bar downtown with creative cocktails and cold beer. Grab a spot on the patio and settle in.

11Tongue & Groove Drinkery

A cozy, upscale spot for expertly crafted cocktails. It’s intimate and a little tucked away, so keep an eye out for the door.

12Fairhope Brewing Company

The town’s own craft brewery, with a laid-back taproom and outdoor seating around a fire that’s perfect on a January evening.

13Bucky’s Lounge

The iconic bar at the Grand Hotel, known for standout cocktails, a serious bourbon selection, and fire pits with front-row sunset views over the bay. There’s often live piano inside, making it a great spot to linger.

14Eastern Shore Trail

A scenic 22-mile paved trail along Mobile Bay, running from Daphne through Montrose, past the Fairhope Pier, and down to Point Clear. Great for a walk, a run, or a bike ride.

15Fairhope Municipal Pier

A 1,448-foot pier stretching into Mobile Bay, surrounded by a rose garden, fountain, and sandy beach.

16Eastern Shore Art Center

A gallery just north of downtown with rotating exhibits from local and visiting artists. A lovely, quiet stop between meals.

17Fairhope Museum of History

A small downtown museum that tells the story of Fairhope’s founding as a single-tax colony, with an old fire truck, the original jail cells, and a collection of whimsical wood carvings.

18Magnolia Beach Park

A quiet, local favorite tucked along Mobile Bay, with shady oaks, a sandy shoreline, and easy walking or biking access from downtown.