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Perch, Gulf Shores, AL

Perch

4.5 (856)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Perch is a destination location at the Lodge at Gulf State Parks. We offer fresh Gulf Seafood, Steaks & Chops, House made Desserts and amazing Signature Drinks. Perch also offers an extensive wine list and a wide selection of Bourbons, Scotch, Whiskey and Ryes. Our location on the Gulf offers great sunsets and amazing views. Make reservations at
perchgsp.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef James Balster
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room can hold up to 18 people, ideal for receptions, birthdays, business meetings... Limited menu is offered to parties 8-30.
  • Neighborhood
    Gulf Shores
  • Cross street
    State Park Road and East Beach Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Guests dinning in the restaurants at The Lodge at Gulf State Park may park in the Self-Parking Lot or utilize our Valet Services. Both are complimentary, if you choose Valet please see the Host for ticket validation.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 856 people are saying

Perch reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Innovative

  • Mobile

    Hot spot

  • Mobile

    Great for fine wines

  • Mobile

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Mobile

    Great for scenic views

  • Mobile

    Lively

  • Orange Beach / Gulf Shores

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Perch offers a "fantastic experience" with "great food, atmosphere, and view." Located at The Lodge at Gulf State Park, it boasts stunning views and a commitment to premium ingredients. While some found service slow, many praised the "delicious food and drinks," and "fabulous service." Advance reservations are suggested.
856 Reviews
  1. Matt

    New Orleans / Louisiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible restaurant. Great view. Look up sunset and book reservations about 20 mins before

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  2. Elizabeth

    Nashville10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience! From the drinks to the dessert, we loved it all. I am gluten free and found several options. Loved the shrimp appetizer and side of potatoes and the grouper was amazing too.

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  3. Deborah VIP

    Houston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit Perch every time we come to the Gulf Shores area. The setting is beautiful especially as sun sets over The Gulf. The outdoor seating takes full advantage of the beautiful view. The service is fantastic and the food is very very good! The Sweet Tea Glazed Scallops are a must try!
    PerchResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Deborah! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy our outdoor seating and the beautiful views. We agree that our Sweet Tea Glazed Scallops are a must-try. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to Perch soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Brian VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth141 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, traveling on vacation. Perch is a nice place with a friendly staff. Our waitress was really excellent. The wine list is above average. Most of the food was quite good. My ribeye, unfortunately, was not what I expected. It was cooked just fine, but it was so soaked in garlic and herbs that I could barely taste the steak. I scraped off the garlic herb butter immediately, but the chef also uses a ton of garlic and herbs as a seasoning while cooking. Three hours later all I can taste is garlic and herbs, which has also now given me indigestion. In my opinion, they really missed the mark on this $68 steak. The other dinners were reported as very good by the rest of our party.
    PerchResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Brian! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Perch. We hate to hear that your ribeye didn't meet your expectations in terms of flavor. We take your feedback seriously and will certainly look into this. We strive to provide our guests with delicious meals that are worth the price, and we're disappointed to have fallen short this time. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with a better dining experience.

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  5. Shannon

    Mobile1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely a wonderful experience. We look forward to it every year. From the valet parking to the great staff and fantastic food it’s a winner every year.

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  6. Shay

    Dallas - Fort Worth3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and prepared as requested. Portions are generous. Service was top notch. Perch is fine dining is a region where fast food dominates the landscape. I think what differentiates Perch form other restaurants on the AL coast is the degree of professionalism of the staff. From the valet to the waiter, everyone was delighted to welcome us. Have to signal out our waiter, Will. The location is perfect with a perfect and uninterrupted view of the beach and coastline.
    PerchResponded today
    Hi Shay, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Perch. It's always our goal to provide a top-notch dining experience that stands out from the rest and we're proud to have Will as part of our professional crew. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Jen

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and so was service! Would definitely recommend!
    PerchResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Jen, Thank you for such a wonderful review and we are happy to hear you had a great experience with us! We hope to see you again soon. Thank you

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  8. doug

    Mobile15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, fairly priced, great views, will return
    PerchResponded on June 28, 2025
    Hi Doug, Thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review! We look forward to welcoming you back to Perch soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  9. Brent VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted a different vibe after all of the beach type places like the coast and flora bama. This was a pleasant and amazing time altogether. Quiet, calming amd enjoyable ambiance.
    PerchResponded on June 28, 2025
    Hey Brent, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're proud to offer our ambiance and it's great to hear that it stood out to you. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable meal. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Rachel

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything about Perch! Great food, atmosphere and view. We got a shrimp appetizer, apple salad, grouper and the almond mousse dessert. Everything was delicious and you couldn’t beat the view.
    PerchResponded on June 28, 2025
    Hello Rachel, We're so happy to hear that you loved your experience at Perch! It's great to know that our food, atmosphere, and view all hit the mark for you. Your kind words mean the world to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful dining experience soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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Perch is rated 4.5 stars by 856 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Mobile
  4. Orange Beach / Gulf Shores
  5. Gulf Shores

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Perch

21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    State Park Road and East Beach Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Gulf Shores
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Guests dinning in the restaurants at The Lodge at Gulf State Park may park in the Self-Parking Lot or utilize our Valet Services. Both are complimentary, if you choose Valet please see the Host for ticket validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef James Balster
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room can hold up to 18 people, ideal for receptions, birthdays, business meetings... Limited menu is offered to parties 8-30.
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