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Perch, Gulf Shores, AL

Perch

4.5 (818)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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 818 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Healthy

  • Mobile

    Hot spot

  • Mobile

    Great for fine wines

  • Mobile

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Mobile

    Romantic

  • Mobile

    Great for scenic views

  • Mobile

    Good for special occasions

  • Mobile

    Most Booked

  • Orange Beach / Gulf Shores

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Perch in Gulf Shores offers "excellent food, drinks, and service" with "beautiful views" overlooking the Gulf. Guests praise the "ambience" and "wonderful dining experience," particularly enjoying outdoor seating options. While minor noise and service timing issues are noted, the overall experience is "superb," making it a "must-visit" destination for special occasions.

818 Reviews
  1. Ryan VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining at this restaurant annually for years while on vacation in Orange Beach. Unfortunately this year was a terrible experience - the food was cold and lacked flavor. I sent my steak back as it was ice cold, and instead of remaking it, they reheated it and of course came out dry as a bone the second time around. Come on guys…seriously?

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  2. Kathy

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Dillon was fabulous--we enjoyed our experience with him !!!Food was awesome and the view was spectacular!!!!We are traveling around the country in our retirement but if we are ever BACk in gulf shores we will come back!!!

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  3. Janice

    Charleston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Seem to be understaffed. The food was good and the atmosphere was great.

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  4. Peggy VIP

    Alabama7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant dining experience. Will definitely be back.

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  5. Bethany VIP

    Cincinnati9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is 10/10. Highly suggest sitting outside on the patio…felt like we were at a resort. Food was also 10/10. We had the peppers, bread and lobster bisque as apps. Filets, Shrimp Gnocchi and seared Gulf fish as our main dishes. No one was disappointed and not a bite left on any plate. This place is a MUST while visiting the lovely Gulf Shores AL. (PS…we are total foodies and this place hit the mark).
    PerchResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Bethany! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, our food, and service at Perch. We take pride in creating a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience for our guests. We're glad you found the overall experience to be a must-visit while visiting Gulf Shores. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit!

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  6. Robert

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance and atmosphere directly on the Gulf was superb. My husband had the ribeye, I had the tenderloin both were perfectly seasoned and cooked. We added the side of mushrooms which were shareble and the perfect compliment. Our waitress was Kayla C., made our dining even more enjoyable, great personality and attention to detail, impeccable service. We will be back!
    PerchResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Robert, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Perch! It's wonderful to know that our ribeye and tenderloin hit the mark for you and that you enjoyed the side of mushrooms. We always aim to provide impeccable service, and it's great to hear that our waitress, Kayla C., was able to make your visit even more enjoyable. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  7. jeanene

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service! The poblano appetizer was unique in flavor and very tasty! Our steaks were cooked to perfection. Our only complaint is the noise level. The music was way too loud. The waiter graciously turned the music down when we asked but was still loud. Over all very good experience!
    PerchResponded 7 days ago
    Hello jeanene, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique Cubanelle appetizer and that the steaks were cooked to perfection. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and will certainly consider it. We're glad to hear that overall, you had a great experience at Perch. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Austin

    Mobile1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was delicious. Waited 35 minutes just to get a drink order in. Overall dining took 2 and a half hours, we ordered at the 35 min mark.
    PerchResponded on May 16, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Austin. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your meals. I take full responsibility for the rest of your experience. We were not staffed appropriately. I do apologize for the wait you experienced and the inconvenience it caused. Thank you for your feedback. I hope we can have you in again soon for the experience you expect.

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  9. Karen VIP

    Mobile70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food were phenomenal! And the view is spectacular! Will definitely go back!
    PerchResponded on May 16, 2025
    Thanks for the incredible review, Karen. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at Perch. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Karen

    Mobile1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Terrible experience. Incredibly rude. Worst restaurant experience ever. Do not go here.
    PerchResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Karen, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Perch. We strive to provide a welcoming and enjoyable environment for all of our guests, and it's clear we fell short during your visit. We understand that the service you received was not up to our usual standards and we sincerely apologize for this. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right in the future. Best, Leo Zaldivar

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Perch is rated 4.5 stars by 818 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 8 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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