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Playa, Orange Beach, AL

Playa

4.5
4.5
1238 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Welcome to Playa Restaurant at Sportsman Marina. Centrally located across the bay from Perdido Bay Bridge, we're a hidden treasure. We love the beach and the food it attracts. Chef Bill Briand’s menu features great Gulf seafood, grilled steaks and regional foods that are sourced locally, truly offering something for everyone in the family. Throw in the best tropical drinks and lots of southern hospitality - served in a care-free and beautifully designed casual atmosphere with the best water front view in Orange Beach - and you will not want to leave.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 39 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Southern

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (251) 981-9891

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Executive chef

    Bill Briand

  • Private party facilities

    Playa is available for all different type events from business cocktail receptions, to full out wedding receptions. Even if you want a small intimate dinner party in our private room (the surf room) up to 10 people to celebrate an anniversary or birthday, custom coursed menus are available and reservations required. We can host events from 10 people up to 300 persons! Check us out at playaoba.com for more information. Due to COVID-19, regulations have changed, only a max of 8 persons per table.

  • Neighborhood

    Orange Beach

  • Parking details

    We have 3 transient boat slips for docking at Sportsman Marina.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,238 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Healthy

  • Mobile

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mobile

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Mobile

    Great for scenic views

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    Most Booked

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  1. Slim

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    Our waitress was very nice but the food was really
  2. JesseL

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dustin was a fantastic server. Food was excellent. Oysters were amazing and the redfish and sesame ribs were very good. Will come back!
  3. davidf

    Little Rock

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Waiter could have been better, a little slow at times but would return there to eat again.
  4. JenniferC

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as always with awesome views. We took visitors and everyone loved it.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Made outside reservations but upon arrival the manager was dismissive and we were told we had to sit inside. The reason was that there were no outside tables available, but there were plenty open. Once we asked again about outside seating and the reservation we made, they sat us outside. We had to wait 15 minutes for a server. Our server was very sweet and attentive, which is the only reason the review wasn’t all 1 star.
  6. BrandonE

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Beautiful restaurant, great ambiance, we went on a Tuesday after Memorial Day. With reservations at 7:00 we had little to no wait until we sat down. It was moderately busy, but not crazy, there were several open tables around. The time from our initial interaction with our server was quiet a while and the times in between was the same.
  7. michaeld

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service great menu. Nice ambiance and experience
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Semi-upscale restaurant with great lighting. Food was delicious as were the adult beverages. We didn’t wait long on drinks or food. 10/10.
  9. Hungry

    Alabama

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent location. Excellent service. Excellent food. We had delicious shrimp, perfectly prepared seared fresh tuna and tuna poke bowls and superb cocktails in a beautiful outdoor marina setting. It’s always wonderful at Playa but this trip was special. Thanks to the staff for making it so memorable.
  10. MargoG

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was top notch!! Excellent service and our dinner was fantastic! Kudos to all.......thank for everything.
  11. ShellyC

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We love it there and always get the whole fish. Drinks are great too!
  12. HonestOpinion1

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Entrees were very over cooked. Disappointed. Expected much better.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved Playa, and the service was outstanding! We sat outside upstairs, covered, and enjoyed the feel of the place. Totally recommend the fried grits appetizer! Poke bowl pictured.
  14. JoeA

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the food and evening very much. Will go back.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our meal at playa. It’s very pretty inside the restaurant and has a great menu. Every course was great. We will definitely be back if we are in Orange Beach again. 
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The tuna was spectacular. Best I’ve had here after three time of being extremely satisfied.
  17. mgp1981

    New Orleans

    397 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    397 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I love the drinks. Our waiter was helpful but a little slow. I loved the smoke tuna dip.
  18. MaryP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    First time and loved it. Coconut crusted grouper was delicious!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Shreveport

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I had a reservation for three people outside dining for my Sisters birthday last night. We were put way in back inside with no view! The waiter had not come to even take drink orders after 20 minutes! We left, and I have to say it’s not the first time we have gone here and had a bad experience! We called and got on the list at Jessie’s on the Bay and it was amazing! I highly recommend them. The food was incredible, views stunning and staff very knowledgeable and friendly! Ended up a great night at Jessie’s!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Food & service were fantastic. Had a wonderful time.
  21. DennyK

    Alabama

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we were excited to come here for lunch because of all the beautiful pictures of the restaurant and view. It is stunning sitting outside watching the boats eating great food. we are planning on coming back here before our trip is over. my wife had a spicy margarita. we shared the shrimp civeche and the smoked tuna dip. Both appetizers were delicious. we also shared the sesame seared tuna salad. we will be coming back for the tuna poke bowl and taco bowl or maybe the cuban! Our server Rachel was enjoyable and did a great job. Thanks for the pic.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Playa so much! My family does a family vacation to Orange Beach every year and Playa is always one of the restaurants we return to. The seared tuna is a favorite. It comes on a bed of rice and aoli, so it’s got this Asian fusion vibe to it. My fiance swears it is the best thing on the menu. I’m partial to the Coconut Grouper which might be the best grouper fish served in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach. It’s got this coconut panko crust on the fish that is to die for!! The cocktails are also fabulous and we can never just have one! The restaurant itself has ~*~immaculate vibes~*~ and is very picturesque — so make dinner reservations and watch the sunset over the marina :-) Honorable mentions: the Poke Bowl, the Crab Toast, the wine selection
  23. DrDR

    Key West

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We come to Orange beach in the spring and fall ...We never miss a chance to go to Playa. The Grilled Romaine Salad, Whole Fish, Tuna Poke, Street Corn ... all are wonderful !! don't miss it ... great views and atmosphere ...
  24. Ashlyn

    Mobile

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food and the water view were wonderful as always!
  25. Ashley

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and drinks! Super cute atmosphere! 10/10 recommend!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience2
    Wait staff was not helpful. most food on the menu was unavailable. Menu did not match website menu. Which we check prior to making the reservation. Orders did not come out as expected/ordered. Altercation occurred in the kitchen during our visit. Possibly manager and another employee were using foul language. We left immediately. I believe this was not a usual occurrence but I’m not sure my family will return
  27. StewartP

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    We were not greeted at table for several minutes. Waitress was busy. Food was not as expected.
  28. MikeF

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food here is always good and the atmosphere is nice. We enjoy coming back here every year.
  29. PatB

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was the perfect place to celebrate Mothers Day! Everything was extra special and the long stemmed rose 🌹 was a wonderful surprise!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Little Rock

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice dining for brunch out on the patio by the Marina. Great overall experience.
  31. Fisher

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    We are regulars at Playa. This time the service was bad and the food took a very long time to come out. We had reservations and were seating very quickly, but did not receive our food for almost two hours.
  32. JohnB

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have a great time at Playa. The food was delicious our server TJ was great and the atmosphere always memorable. We've had a great experience each time we've dined at Playa
  33. SteveR

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    marina setting is very nice. Food is fantastic. Tee shirts seem to be the norm, rather than the exception. Love it.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Happy hour is the time to go! Great service & lovely view of the marina.
  35. FoodLover

    Atlanta Metro

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Loved the tuna dip and guacamole was delicious. Ribs were overwhelming, tasty and plentiful. Husband really enjoyed his taco bowl. View of the harbor and water was pleasant. Like this restaurant also because it was very open and laid back.
  36. JustinB

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Usually great for brunch. Terrible at night. Food is boring. Placed in small area, which is extremely loud. Server was terrible and simply didn’t care. Highly surprised by this considering coming here multiple times. Will not come back. Again, service/server was TERRIBLE.
  37. AshleeA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Playa! Best restaurant in OB! Service and food can’t be beat!
  38. CraigM

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is always good here and the atmosphere is nice. Can sit Outside by the water or inside.
  39. ChrisD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the orange glazed ribs as an appetizer, and the coconut fried grouper as my meal. Both were extremely excellent! My husband had the fried oysters as his app and redfish on the half shell for his dinner and it was also excellent. My mom had the tuna dip as an app and coconut shrimp as her dinner. Again, excellent. Service was wonderful and he was was very helpful with our decisions. My husband got the key lime pie and my mom got the flourless chocolate cake. Both delicious. Highly recommend!
  40. JuliC

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our meals and Veronica was attentive and personable.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Playa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (251) 981-9891.

Playa is rated 4.5 stars by 1238 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 39 times today
Google Map for Playa

27842 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Orange Beach

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Southern

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Parking details

    We have 3 transient boat slips for docking at Sportsman Marina.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Bill Briand

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (251) 981-9891

  • Private party facilities

    Playa is available for all different type events from business cocktail receptions, to full out wedding receptions. Even if you want a small intimate dinner party in our private room (the surf room) up to 10 people to celebrate an anniversary or birthday, custom coursed menus are available and reservations required. We can host events from 10 people up to 300 persons! Check us out at playaoba.com for more information. Due to COVID-19, regulations have changed, only a max of 8 persons per table.

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