The best cafes in Orange Beach

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Southern Grind at Indigo has been fueling Orange Beach since 2012 with nitro draft cold brew, 13 fresh roasts, and a comfort-to-fresh…

22843 Perdido Beach Blvd

The Southern Grind at Indigo has been fueling Orange Beach since 2012 with nitro draft cold brew, 13 fresh roasts, and a comfort-to-fresh menu that actually hits, from breakfast to sandwiches and homemade desserts. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free picks are legit, plus gelato for the win.

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Whether you need a midweek pick-me-up or an easy lunch, The Southern Grind Coffee House at the Wharf brews legit specialty coffee including…

4751 Main St #116

Whether you need a midweek pick-me-up or an easy lunch, The Southern Grind Coffee House at the Wharf brews legit specialty coffee including Nitro Draft Cold Brew, plates breakfast, panini and salads with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, bakes from-scratch sweets, scoops 18 flavors of gelato, and showcases…

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 8, 2026

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This week, BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets turns weekday mornings into a win with locally roasted coffee, made-from-scratch pastries, and simple,…

25689 Canal Rd Ste A

This week, BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets turns weekday mornings into a win with locally roasted coffee, made-from-scratch pastries, and simple, comforting breakfasts. When lunch rolls around, grab the quiche of the day or a chicken-filled wrap from sister spot Luna’s Eat & Drink, then reward yourself with ice cream.

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Happy Pappys Coffeehouse is the low-key Gulf Shores spot locals treat like their living room, pouring seriously good coffee with fresh…

1550 W 2nd St Unit A5 (Gulf Shores)

Happy Pappys Coffeehouse is the low-key Gulf Shores spot locals treat like their living room, pouring seriously good coffee with fresh pastries, toasty sandwiches, and a chicken salad people rave about. Drop in this week for a calm corner, a warm cup, and that little reset you promised yourself.

From the Orange Beach newsletter, August 25, 2026

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