Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Fairhope: 1:39 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (251) 229-6229 to confirm.
Location & directions
18974 Section StFairhope, AL 36532
About Pirates Pit
Pirates Pit is a restaurant you'll find at 18974 Section St in Fairhope, Alabama. It's part of our guide to 25 restaurants, cafes and bars in Fairhope.
Pirates Pit is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
Guests can choose from 18 menu items across 3 sections, including MUST HAVE MELTS (all melts served with 1 side), MUNCHIES, and SAMMICHES. Listed prices range from $6.00 to $16.00, with a typical item around $13.00. Dishes worth a look include FAMOUS PULLED PORK GOUDA MELT, COUNTRY CORNBREAD, and SMOKED SAUSAGE SAMMICH.
You can visit for outdoor seating, curbside pickup, takeout, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, and it is a good fit for tourists. The place is family-friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot. Payment methods accepted: credit cards and debit cards. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (251) 229-6229 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 18974 Section St, Fairhope, AL 36532
- Phone
- (251) 229-6229
- Price range
- $10 to $20 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
- Menu
- 18 items · $6.00–$16.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Pirates Pit’s weekday schedule with 127 other restaurants in Alabama. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 7:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 40 hours a week, 17 hours fewer than the local median of 57. 59% of restaurants in Alabama open on Sundays; Pirates Pit does not.
Compared with 127 other restaurants in Alabama that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Alabama
Based on 70 menus with 2,768 priced items from restaurants in Alabama, the median menu item costs $9.95, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
At Pirates Pit the median listed price is $13.00, higher than the typical $9.95 for restaurants in Alabama.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 21% | $4.50 |
| Onion Rings | 19% | $5.00 |
| Side Salad | 17% | $4.50 |
| Hamburger Steak | 16% | $13.99 |
| Cole Slaw | 16% | $5.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 14% | $6.24 |
| Hamburger | 13% | $6.99 |
| Blt | 13% | $6.99 |
Calculated from 70 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
Pirates Pit is fairly secluded: there are no other places to eat or drink in our guide within a mile, so it is worth checking the hours before you set off.
Pirates Pit is the only restaurant within a mile (4 within three miles). The next closest is District Hall, 1.4 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsJeremiah's Italian Ice1.2 mi
- ItalianGambino's Italian Grill1.2 mi
- Bars & PubsEastern Shore American Legion Post 1991.3 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger King1.3 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeMr Gene's Beans1.4 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Pirates Pit's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Pirates Pit open on Sunday?
No, Pirates Pit is closed on Sundays.
Where is Pirates Pit located?
Pirates Pit is located at 18974 Section St, Fairhope, AL 36532.
What is the phone number of Pirates Pit?
You can call Pirates Pit at (251) 229-6229.
Does Pirates Pit offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Pirates Pit offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, curbside pickup, takeout, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Pirates Pit?
The typical price range at Pirates Pit is $10 to $20 per person. Menu prices range from $6.00 to $16.00.
Does Pirates Pit take reservations?
Yes, Pirates Pit accepts reservations.
Is Pirates Pit wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Is Pirates Pit open late?
No, Pirates Pit usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Pirates Pit?
There are 0 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Pirates Pit. Nearby options include Jeremiah's Italian Ice (1.2 mi), Gambino's Italian Grill (1.2 mi), and Eastern Shore American Legion Post 199 (1.3 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Pirates Pit?
None within a mile. The closest is District Hall, 1.4 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Alabama cost?
Based on 70 menus with 2,768 priced items from restaurants in Alabama, the median menu item costs $9.95, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
