Executive Chef Greg Buschmohle
Place Category: Contemporary American, Global, Happy Hours, International, Outside Dining, Private Dining, and Small PlatesPlace Tags: Alabama Gulf Coast Dining Guide and Take-Out
The Safari Club Gulf Shores is the Gulf Coast’s most unique and exciting new dining experience. Led by critically acclaimed and very talented Executive Chef Greg Buschmohle, he and his team have created the most intriguing and favorable internationally inspired menu to be found in the area. From tantalizing small plates and handmade artisan wood fired pizzas to a full variety of seafood and meat selections cooked on an open wood fire.
As Alabama’s first certified “Green Restaurant”, we have been singled out by the Green Restaurant Group in Boston as a leader in conservation, recycling and reduced waste. We have made great strides to be an energy-efficient operation, we use no Styrofoam products, no plastic straws and all to-go containers are bio-degradable and or recyclable. We have teamed with the City Gulf Shores recycle program and instituted protocols for recycling a wide variety of waste.
We have onsite composting and work directly with our animal care staff to utilize every possible product for our animals. In order to reduce our carbon imprint we have taken measures to reduce the average 2 week and 1500 mile journey food products travel to their final destination by sourcing our ingredients locally. Not only are we contracting with local farmers, but we also have an on-site garden that will produce fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs.
We have extended our mindset in our bar area as well, at the BAR TUSK our motto is “Saving Elephants One Drink At A Time” and actually we are, as a percentage of profits go directly to small conservation efforts that are making a big difference in Elephant Conservation in Both Asia and Africa. With your help we can save the world’s most magnificent creatures.
Safari Club - Foley Menu
menu and prices subject to changeTapas
Vegetarian and Vegan
Falafel 7
chickpea fritters served with sun-dried tomato tzatziki sauceCrunchy Goat Cheese 11
crunchy almond crust, fig jam, fresh fruitKorean Fried Broccoli 7
crispy “flowers”, Korean apple and pear BBQ sauceSeafood Tapas
Tuna Poke 15
Yellowfin, edamame, pickled cucumbers and carrots, seaweed salad, red peppers, citrus ponzu, basmati rice, macadamia nutsCoconut Shrimp 14
Gulf Shrimp, crispy coconut shell, plum saucePoultry Tapas
Tandoori Chicken Skewers 12
yogurt and mint marinade, Indian spices, lemon chutneySingapore Chicken Satays 12
Asian spice marinade, Peanut satay sauceActopan Chalupas 14
potato spread, citrus chili marinated chicken, red cabbage, salsa Verde, cotija & lime
Salads
House Salad 5
mixed green lettuces, cucumbers, tomato and carrots, choice of dressings *veganGrandmas Farm Salad half 8 large 12
spinach, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, fresh corn, blueberries, shredded carrots, tomato, chopped egg, choice of dressings *vegetarianChicken Salad half 8 large 11
orange scented dressing, dried apricots, toasted almonds, celeryThai Beef Salad half 11 large 14
wood-grilled citrus ponzu marinated steak, crispy wontons, Asian vegetable slaw, crispy shallots, lime soy vinaigretteGrilled Shrimp Caesar Salad half 12 large 14
wood-grilled Gulf shrimp skewer, romaine lettuce, croutons, tomato salad, classic Caesar dressing
Pizza
Choice of Bechamel or tomato sauceCheese 10
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Grana PadanoPepperoni 12
Pepperoni, Mozzarella, ParmesanMargherita 13
tomato sauce, fresh Mozzarella, Roma tomato, fresh BasilFennel Sausage 14
Italian sausage, caramelized fennel, tomato confit, Mozzarella, Grana Padano, scallionShrimp and Bacon Pesto 17
roasted garlic Pesto, Gulf Shrimp, bacon, Roma tomato, Mozzarella, Grana Padano, scallion
Sandwiches & More
All sandwiches served with choice of French fries, plantain chips or crunchy slawFresh Catch Fish Sandwich market price
wood-grilled daily fresh selection, butter griddled bun, sun-dried tomato tzatziki, green leafChilean Steak Sandwich 16
Churrasco-style, fresh baked butter griddled roll, roasted red pepper Romesco sauce, smoked gouda, tomato,
caramelized onions & sweet peppersVietnamese Chicken Banh Mi 14
marinated and wood grilled chicken thighs, crunchy pickled vegetables, Maggi aioli, French BaguetteReal Deal Burger 13
wood-grilled half pound fresh ground patty, butter griddled bun, roasted garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato & onionBacon and Cheeseburger 15
wood-grilled half pound fresh ground patty, bacon jam, pimento cheese, roasted garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato & onionBBQ Sandwich 15
Smoked mushrooms, Guava BBQ sauce crisp onions *veganBeet Burger 15
blackened housed-made beet burgers, vegan pretzel bun, vegenaise, pickled slaw, tomato & basil salad *vegan“BLT” 15
unique carrot based “bacon” farm fresh tomatoes, lettuce, vegan chia bread *veganBlacken Shrimp Tacos 16
south of the border slaw tossed in a jalapeno mango aioli, pickled onions, cotija cheese, cilantro & served with honey tequila braised plantains
Seafood
Fried Gulf Shrimp 23
hand breaded jumbo Shrimp, crispy French fries, crunchy pickled slawWood-Grilled Gulf shrimp 24
jumbo Shrimp, lemon risotto, seasonal fresh vegetablesToday’s Fresh Catch market price
wood-grilled or pan seared, lemon risotto, seasonal fresh vegetablesGulf Shrimp and Grits 24
three cheese creamy stone grits, jumbo shrimp, tomato, bacon lardons, tomato gravy, scallionSeafood Pasta 27
Jumbo shrimp, crab, lobster, potato gnocchi, tomato, spinach, mushrooms, roasted garlic, Bechamel
Hot off the Wood-Grill
Served with house roasted fingerling potatoes and seasonal vegetable
Ribeye 35
16 ounce hand cutFilet 39
8 ounce center cutChicken 13
2 boneless breast
Desserts
Key Lime Pie 7
white macadamia nut cookie dough crust, fresh whipped cream and lime sugarAustralian Tim Tam 7
chocolate sponge cake, chocolate mousse, chocolate ganacheCake and Ice Cream 7
chef’s daily preparationHouse-made ice cream trio 7
chef’s daily preparationThroughout the beautifully landscaped twenty-five acres of the new Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo we have integrated a variety of venues that can provide a unique location for your upcoming event. We have both indoor and outdoor locations. If you are unsure of which venue would best be suited to your event, one of our Event Planner consultants will be happy to make recommendations to you based on the number of guests and type of event you are hosting.
Your personal Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Event Planner consultant will set the tone for the level of service that you can expect from the entire food and beverage team. From the moment that we have the pleasure of your introduction to the completion of your event our mantra is “the answer is yes, what’s the question?” Every one of our team members are empowered to see to it that we deliver the kind of service and responsiveness you expect at your event. We realize that you had choices and our service goal is 100% guest satisfaction and ultimately your satisfaction that you made the right decision.
Safari Club
Our beautifully appointed restaurant is designed to provide a variety of choices to fit your event. From the Expedition Room, our private dining room, for small parties to the outdoor balcony overlooking the zoo for large cocktail parties and dinners.
Savannah Manor
Located in the heart of the zoo’s African Savannah, Savannah Manor is exquisitely furnished and overlooks the Lakes of Tambora Basin and Monkey Islands. The lakeside deck provides a perfect setting for wedding vows or corporate functions. A wrap around veranda can seat up to 150 for plated dinner or buffet inside the Manor.
The Event Center
Our event center can host dinners for up to 300 and cocktail parties for up to 500. A large stage provides the opportunity for entertainment and award ceremonies. Overlooking the Americas portion of the zoo is a great vantage point for the Main Stage on the grounds of the zoo and can be reserved for VIP viewing of our Outdoor Concert Series.
African Bazaar
The African Bazaar is an exotic location with colorful sunshades and vendor booths. It is the perfect space for one-of-a-kind cocktail parties and can be combined with Savannah Manor for receptions and pre-parties.
Adventure Mountain
Adventure Mountain is landscaped playground with climbing, sliding and balancing equipment to keep kids entertained during any event.
