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Tag: local restaurants
Coverage of local restaurants from South Alabama News, the local news source for Mobile, Baldwin and the surrounding counties of the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Baldwin County
Portabella’s Goes Up for Sale as Foley and Gulf Shores Restaurateurs Close Both Locations
The owners of Portabella’s in Foley and Safari and Vine at the Gulf Shores zoo closed both restaurants July 9, citing money, and listed the Foley Italian eatery for sale as a turnkey operation.
Baldwin County
Fire Damages Spanish Fort’s Ed’s Seafood Shed Days After Solid Weekend Breakfast Crowd
A fire heavily damaged Spanish Fort’s Ed’s Seafood Shed on the Causeway, just a day after the Battleship Parkway restaurant served a packed weekend brunch crowd, with owner Pete Blohme saying a rebuild could take time.
Baldwin County
Thyme On Section Delivers a Fairhope Brunch Worth Crossing the Bay For
A Fairhope brunch destination, Thyme On Section has built a loyal following on Section Street with truffle fries, a grouper sandwich and a distinctive take on eggs Benedict.
Baldwin County
A guide to social distancing-friendly summer fun on the Gulf Coast
With many traditional summer plans on hold, Mobile and Baldwin county residents are turning to art walks, blueberry farms, backyard gardens and other close-to-home outings to make the most of the season while keeping their distance.
Local News
Restaurant Review: Quickly Asian Fusion Café Brings Fast, Fresh Vietnamese Flavors to Cottage Hill Road
Quickly Asian Fusion Café on Cottage Hill Road in Mobile serves up affordable, fast Vietnamese dishes including banh mi, popcorn chicken and curry chicken rice, with most orders ready in under 20 minutes.
Baldwin County
Fairhope’s Old 27 Grill Rebrands as Bill-E’s; Rotolo’s Rolls Out Heart-Shaped Pizzas for Valentine’s Day
Fairhope’s longtime Old 27 Grill has been rebranded as Bill-E’s, while Rotolo’s pizzerias in Fairhope and Saraland are serving up heart-shaped pizzas for Valentine’s Day.
Local News
At Los Arcos, a Mexican Mainstay Blends India and Costa Rica on Old Shell Road
Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant near the University of South Alabama drew notice for a menu that folded Indian and Costa Rican flavors into its traditional fare, the handiwork of its owners Shah and Rocio.