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05/17/2026

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05/01/2026

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Tomorrow, the state sales tax on groceries goes to zero. Starting May 1 through June 30, Alabamians will keep more of their money every time they visit the grocery store. Alabama House Republicans are proud to deliver this relief to families across our state.

03/20/2026

Arts and Crafts is underway on this beautiful Spring 🌺 day!
The Annual Fairhope Flavor Map 🗺️highlighting Downtown Fairhope’s food & restaurant scene is sponsored by Panini Pete’s and Sunset Pointe. The map is always the featured insert of our March Edition with continual distribution throughout the year.
We look forward to seeing everyone out and about this weekend!

03/10/2026

Where were you in 1996?

03/08/2026

Let's go FISHING! Mention The Eat Beat for a 10% discount when booking your charter with Captain Tony

5.0 ⭐ · Fishing charter in Gulf Shores, Alabama

01/12/2026

Happy Hot Tea Day! Brew a cup and enjoy 🥄

01/11/2026

I thought I liked coffee, turns out I like creamer 😋

11/17/2025

🍔 Good Food, Great People, Bigger Purpose 🍺

We spent Friday night at the Legacy Network Social, an evening filled with amazing food, business networking, and genuine community spirit. The event served as a food drive supporting Sea Glass Initiative Inc., a local nonprofit serving unhoused residents across Baldwin County.

A huge thank-you to our friends at Bier Shack Tap Room in Foley for hosting such a meaningful and energizing night.

And of course… we couldn’t leave without tasting a couple of their incredible burgers:

🔥 The Axe Burger ($13.99)
Hand-patted burger topped with smoked pastrami, Swiss cheese, a cooked-to-order egg, lettuce, tomato, grilled onion, and Axe Sauce — all on a sesame bun. Stacked, savory, and absolutely delicious.

🔥 The Frito Pie Burger – Weekly Special ($13.99)
Hand-patted burger topped with chili, melted cheese, and a pile of crunchy Fritos. Holy cow… this one is next-level.

Between the food, the people, and the purpose behind it, it was an awesome night supporting a great cause.

💬 Here’s your question of the week: Which one are you trying first — the Axe Burger with the egg and pastrami, or the Frito Pie Burger with that chili crunch?

11/13/2025

🎬✨ Lights, Camera, Fairhope! ✨🎬

We’re proud to be a sponsor of the 13th Annual Fairhope Film Festival, happening this weekend!

Over four incredible days, Fairhope transforms into a cinematic showcase of 30+ award-winning films — from thought-provoking documentaries to inspiring independent features and short films — all set against the backdrop of our beautiful bayside town. 🌅🎥

Grab your passes, catch a few screenings, and experience why the Fairhope Film Festival continues to be one of the most anticipated cultural events along the Gulf Coast.

🎞️ When: November 13–16, 2025
📍 Where: Downtown Fairhope
🎟️ More Info & Tickets: fairhopefilmfestival.org

We can’t wait to see the magic unfold on the big screens this weekend! Catch our feature on the film festival in this months edition of The Eat Beat. You can pick up a copy from any of our 30+ distribution points along the Eastern Shore, or read the digital edition here: https://esflip.eatbeatguide.com/ebes112025

11/07/2025

Meet our Featured restaurant for November: The Bull

The initial concept for Spanish Fort’s The Bull was somewhat different from what Tony Cordell and his wife, Mo (Maureen), had
originally envisioned. Although a few curveballs have come their
way, they’ve managed to lay the foundation for what Spanish
Fort truly wanted — a welcoming gathering place for the com-
munity.

This past spring, however, the future of The Bull looked uncertain. It became apparent that if things didn’t improve quickly, the restaurant might have to close its doors. Setting pride aside, Tony reached out to the community with humility through a heartfelt Facebook post asking for support.

What happened next was a true testament to the power of social
media — and to what a compassionate community can accomplish. The response was overwhelming, both emotionally and physically, as customers poured in to help this struggling establishment stay afloat. “We just had to let people know we were here,” says Cordell.

Through this experience, Tony and Mo have met countless kind people who rallied to help The Bull succeed. Many customers have since become friends, united by their desire to see this restaurant thrive. Even the mall management has shown tremendous support along the way.

Behind the scenes, Chef Landon Linehan brings incredible passion and skill to the kitchen. He discovered his love for cooking early in his career, learning under talented mentors at the Grand Hotel. Landon truly enjoys feeding people and has crafted a menu built on quality ingredients and flavors that complement each other beautifully.

He takes great pride in everything that leaves his kitchen, instilling that same attention to detail in his team. His focus on consistency and the use of high-end ingredients shows in every dish — and he’s at his happiest when showcasing his culinary creativity.

The menu at The Bull offers something for everyone. Not sure what you’re in the mood for? No problem! Appetizers range from fried snapper bites and BBQ nachos to lobster arancini. Their smash burgers come in styles from basic to gourmet, all made with Black Angus beef — or try the vegetarian “No Bull” garden burger.

Signature pizzas include The Matador, featuring ground beef, pepperoni, bacon, bell pepper, and red onion, along with options like a white pizza or classic cheese and pepperoni. Each is made with a brushed garlic oil crust and can be customized to your liking.

Coastal seafood lovers won’t be disappointed with The Bull’s Seaside Tacos (fish or shrimp), po’boys, shrimp platters, and snapper sandwiches. Lighter fare includes wraps and signature salads, ensuring there’s truly something for every palate.

The Bull also offers a daily lunch special and celebrates Happy Hour from 3–6pm with food and drink specials. Stop in and experience what The Bull is all about for yourself! Open daily from 11am to 9pm, located in the Eastern Shore Centre, Spanish Fort.

Check them out online at www.thebullspanishfort.com or follow along on Facebook and Instagram.