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Perch, Gulf Shores, AL

Perch

4.5 (814)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 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 814 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 offers a stunning Gulf view paired with "phenomenal" service and "wonderful" food. It's a perfect spot for special occasions and date nights, with standout dishes like scallops and steak. While some guests noted noise levels, the "beautiful setting" and "amazing drinks" make it a "must-try" destination.
814 Reviews
  1. Bethany VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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 1 day 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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  2. Robert

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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 1 day 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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  3. jeanene

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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 1 day 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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  4. Austin

    Mobile1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    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 5 days ago
    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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  5. Karen VIP

    Mobile70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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 5 days ago
    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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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was the worst restaurant experience we have ever had. Incredibly rude, mean, and threatening staff. Ruined what was supposed to be a special night with extended family. Do not go here.
    PerchResponded 1 day ago
    Hi, we're really sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at Perch. It's not the kind of service we aim to provide and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to make it up to you in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Best, Leo Zaldivar

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  7. 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 1 day 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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  8. Brenda

    Houston4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Beautiful views of the Gulf coast. Self parking is not close. Even with only five small groups seated in the dining room, it was very loud. The bread is good, but not gratis. The lobster bisque was good. The filet mignon (ordered medium rare) with trumpet mushrooms was not tender, but was well seasoned. Had to ask for a steak knife. The trumpet mushrooms did not taste good. It would have been better with shitake or button mushrooms. Side of asparagus was seasoned nicely and tender. The filet should have been better. What a disappointment.
    PerchResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Brenda, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Perch. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our beautiful views and the self parking spot. We're sorry to hear that the noise levels were higher than desired and the overall dining experience was not up to our usual standards. We appreciate your feedback on the lobster bisque, steak, and the mushrooms, as we continually strive to improve our menu. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future, hopefully with a better experience. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Katie

    Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and drinks! Fabulous service. Beautiful views.

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  10. Laura

    Alabama1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, drinks, and service! Highly recommend.
    PerchResponded on May 8, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Laura. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Perch. Your kind words about our food, drinks, and service truly made our day. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Perch is rated 4.5 stars by 814 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Mobile
  4. Orange Beach / Gulf Shores
  5. Gulf Shores

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 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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