Locals At The Alley - Fairhope

Nestled in an alleyway off of Fairhope Ave., Locals really is a hidden gem. While there are tables available in the leafy alley, we opted to eat in the bar at the very end of the alley. Our bartender/server was an amiable middle-aged fellow (i.e., younger than us) sporting a modified Mohawk, great service. My wife ordered a bacon cheeseburger. The meat was of very high quality, tasty and juicy even cooked medium well. The bacon was thick and succulent. Her burger came with an order of fries that were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and well seasoned. I ordered cheesy shrimp and grits. Delicious. A generous serving of fresh shrimp in a bowl of hearty, cheesy grits with a very flavorful broth over all of it. Definitely will come here again if we return to Fairhope.

The food is the star of the show.Nothing matters but the food. And the food shines massive props to the chefs and servers.

We enjoyed lunch in the alley setting. It was private, yet felt like a community setting too, as people passed by. Our server was clearly busy, but spent time making recommendations and suggestions. We chose to create our own burgers and there were so many combination options. I had the vegetarian burger which was chickpea based and delicious. It was nice to have options for both of us. Vegetarians don’t always want to eat a salad!

The food here is excellent, and the service is exceptional, but I would prefer to enjoy my meal without dogs around. It’s becoming increasingly challenging to have a meal with just people. While I love dogs in their own environment, they just don’t belong at the dining table. Unfortunately, I won’t be returning. I would only recommend this place if you’re okay with having a dog sitting next to you while you eat.

This is a lovely casual restaurant to dine at. The outdoor seating creates a wonderful atmosphere. The menu offers a variety of food options, but hamburgers are the standout feature with numerous choices available. You can also select from different types of buns or bread. I tried the pork burger while my wife had the bison burger, and both were excellent. The French fries are crispy and perfectly sized. The staff is friendly and attentive. We would definitely return for another visit.