The Waterfront – Seafood
Sun-drenched views and the gentle rhythm of the waves set the stage at The Waterfront, where breezy coastal charm meets the soulful warmth of Southern hospitality. The kitchen reimagines shoreline favorites with a playful twist, serving up sizzling cast iron oysters and smoky Conecuh-spiced calamari alongside indulgent, creamy pimento cheese and zesty street-style bites. It is a vibrant dining escape where the bold, salty flavors of the coast are celebrated in every shared plate and lingering sunset.
1 Yacht Club Drive, Daphne AL 36526 https://thewaterfrontdaphne.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptionally tender appetizers and the kitchen's clear pride in their craft, noting that every dish is prepared with meticulous care. Celebrated for its warm and timely service, the experience is further enhanced by a comfortable and pleasant setting that invites guests to relax. Reviewers highlight the high quality of the starters as a standout feature, praising the inviting atmosphere that makes this a favorite spot for a return visit.
Menu
Hot Apps
- Crispy Chicken Bacon - $12.99: Slow roasted super crispy chicken thigh bites, tossed in jerk sauce. Served with homemade ranch and house made pickles.
- Conecuh Calamari - $11.99: Fried & curled conecuh. Served with hot spicy mustard. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Street Cauliflower - $10.99: Roasted cauliflower, tossed in chimichurri vinaigrette and cotija cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cuban Quesadilla - $13.99: Roasted pork, sliced ham, swiss cheese, house made pickle, kewpie mayo. Served with a side of mustard dipping sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Mahi Bites - $14.99: Mahi-mahi, breaded in our homemade breading. Served with house made remoulade. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Crawfish Artichoke Dip - $15.99: Artichoke hearts, mozzarella, shredded white cheddar cheese, crumbled cotija cheese with crawfish tails. Served with fried wonton chips.
- Cast Iron Roasted Oysters - $16.99: Served on an iron skillet, over roasted kale. Topped with breadcrumbs, Bill-E's bacon and garlic butter sauce.
Cold Apps
- White Cheddar Pimento Cheese - $10.99: House made white cheddar pimento cheese and bacon. Served with wonton chips and house pickles.
- Southern Street Eggs - $9.99: Deviled eggs, stuffed with a green goddess egg filling, dusted with tajin, topped with roasted corn, thin sliced jalapenos. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Goblet - $15.99: Shrimp, calamari, cucumber, tomato, yellow peppers. Topped with a lemon vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Poke Nachos - $16.99: Fried wontons, tomato, cucumber, spicy mayo, Ponzu, tuna, topped with tropical fruit salsa and cilantro. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Watermelon Stack - $14.99: Watermelon, herbs, crab meat, viper vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Southern Charcuterie - $19.99: A shareable plate of white cheddar pimento cheese, house made pickles, roasted cauliflower, and conecuh sausage. Served with wonton chips.
Sandwiches
- Royal - $17.99: Red shrimp, tossed in a citrus herb sauce and topped with key lime aioli. Served on a grilled roll with a side of drawn butter. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Taco - $14.99: Two shrimp or fire roasted chicken thigh tacos, flour tortilla, shredded lettuce, spicy mayo, fruit salsa.
- Southern Fried Chicken - $15.99: Fried chicken, kewpie mayo, lettuce, tomato, house made pickles.
- Po' boy - $16.99: Fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato with a key lime aioli drizzle. Served on a toasted roll with remoulade sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian
- Eazy Cheezze Burger - $14.99: Grilled ground chuck burger cooked to medium, extra cheezze shredded lettuce, tomato, onions and burger sauce.
- Award Winning Sarah B Burger - $16.99: Grilled ground chuck burger cooked to medium, strawberry Jam, goat cheese boursin, shredded lettuce, tomato, onions, burger sauce and crispy Bill-E's bacon.
- The Waterfront Burger - $16.99: Grilled ground chuck burger cooked to medium, house pimento cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, onions, burger sauce, and crispy Bill-E's bacon. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Mahi Sandwich - $17.99: Grilled or fried mahi-mahi, lettuce, tomato. Topped with remoulade sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Blackened Ribeye Sandwich - $18.99: Blackened ribeye, goat cheese boursin, caramelized onions. Topped with a chimichurri vinaigrette and served on a toasted roll.
Entrees
- Jerk Chicken - $19.99: Shredded chicken, papaya bbq jerk sauce. Served with the vegetable and starch of the day. Topped with spicy mayo.
- Flounder & Chips - $18.99: Fried flounder served with fries, topped with key lime aioli. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp Entree - $21.99: Grilled gulf shrimp, served with the vegetable and starch of the day, and remoulade sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fried Gulf Shrimp & Oyster Platter - $24.99: Fried gulf shrimp and oysters, served with fries, remoulade sauce and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Lobster Tail: Fried lobster tail, served with the vegetable and starch of the day. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fish of the Day: Ask your server for today's feature. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Salads
- Waterfront Salad - $12.99: Greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, grilled corn, & cotija cheese. Topped with pepitas. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Kids Menu
- Kids Burger - $8.99: Served with Fries. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- Kids Chicken Bites - $7.99: Served with Fries.
- Kids Fried Mini Corn Dogs - $7.99: Served with Fries.
- Kids Shrimp - $9.99: Fried or Grilled. Served with Fries. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Sides
- Fries - $3.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Vegetable of the Day - $4.99 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Starch of the Day - $4.99 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Grilled Pound Cake - $8.99: Topped with macerated tropical fruit, whipped cream, powdered sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lemon Curd - $7.99: Lemon curd, graham cracker. Topped with whipped cream.
- Chef’s Sweet Treat - $8.99 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Lily Pad - $12: Ketel one grapefruit & Rose vodka, grapefruit juice, basil, lime simple syrup, champagne. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- La Vida Royale - $12: Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Pomegranate Syrup, Lime Juice, Champagne, Mint. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Bushwacker - $11: White rum, Creme de Cacao, Irish cream, ice cream. Flavors: chocolate, peanut butter or hazelnut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Daquiri - $10: Flavors: Peach, strawberry, mixed berry, mango or watermelon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Margarita - $10: Frozen or on the rocks. Flavors: Lime, peach mango, mixed berry, strawberry or watermelon.
- Mojito - $10: Rum, mint, lime juice, soda water. Flavors: OG, peach, mango, strawberry, mixed berry or watermelon.
- Coconut Cream Pie Pina Colada - $11: Topped with toasted coconut flakes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about The Waterfront
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Rated 4.0/5, the restaurant features a comfortable, pleasant setting with sun-drenched coastal views and an inviting, relaxed atmosphere.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers no specific vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb options, focusing instead on high-protein, nut-free, pescatarian, and vegetarian dishes.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The Waterfront has an average rating of 4.0/5, with diners frequently praising the high quality of their appetizers and service.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the exceptionally tender appetizers, high-quality starters, meticulous food preparation, and the warm, timely service provided.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no major concerns, instead praising the exceptionally tender appetizers, meticulous food preparation, and warm, timely service.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with high-protein, nut-free, pescatarian, and vegetarian options like Street Cauliflower and the Sarah B Burger.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.0/5 rating, the restaurant provides an inviting atmosphere and sun-drenched views, creating a pleasant setting for a relaxing date.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features 15 highlighted dishes including seafood, tacos, and southern-style appetizers, catering to vegetarian, pescatarian, nut-free, and high-protein diets.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Families can enjoy the warm service, comfortable atmosphere, and budget-friendly ($) menu featuring approachable items like crispy chicken and quesadillas.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- The Waterfront offers a casual dining experience with budget-friendly pricing, breezy coastal charm, and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.
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