Posted in Alabama Dining August 17, 2021 by

The Secluded Restaurant In Alabama With The Most Magical Surroundings

In this world there’s definitely no shortage of amazing restaurants, and while most of these restaurants are easy to get to, others are more secluded and located off the beaten path. One restaurant, in particular, is the famed Kowaliga Restaurant in Alabama. This restaurant might be located off the beaten path, but its beautiful surroundings make it so worth the drive.

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Kowaliga Restaurant is located in Alexander City, Alabama, on beautiful Lake Martin.
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Since originally opening in 1953, Kowaliga Restaurant has served thousands of meals to people from far and wide.
In 1952, Hank Williams Jr. wrote a song about a poor, lonesome wooden Indian, which is based on the wooden Indian that once stood outside of the original restaurant.
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Today, "Kowaliga the 4th," an iconic piece of the restaurant's history, stands inside the restaurant and greets the guests. It's also a popular spot to snap pictures.
This wooden Indian statue was carved by Cory Worden of Beneath the Bark.
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Kowaliga Restaurant is a great place to dine with the entire family.
And no matter where you decide to dine, indoors or outside on the patio, you'll enjoy an incredible view of Lake Martin.
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If you happen to live on Lake Martin and own a boat, you're in luck. In addition to arriving by car, you can also arrive to Kowaliga Restaurant by boat.
While dining at Kowaliga Restaurant, you'll experience the most stunning sunset.
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This picture speaks for itself!
From burgers and wings, to seafood and catfish, there's something on the menu for everyone at Kowaliga Restaurant.
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Pictured: The Cheeseburger
If you're really hungry, consider trying one of Kowaliga's famous appetizers before your meal comes.
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Pictured: Conecuh Sausage, Pimento Cheese, Wickles Pickles, Grain Mustard and Saltines
Most importantly, don't forget to save room for dessert.
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Yum!
Lake Martin's Kowaliga Restaurant is THE place to be if you're wanting to experience a delicious meal within a beautiful setting.
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If you've never been to Kowaliga Restaurant, what are you waiting for? It's definitely a dining experience like no other.

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For additional information about Kowaliga Restaurant, including their history and hours, you can view their website here.

Address: 215 Kowaliga Marina Rd, Eclectic, AL 36024, USA
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Kowaliga Restaurant in Alabama

August 22, 2021
Tori Jane

What is the most beautiful restaurant in Alabama? 

Who says you can’t find any fine dining in the beautiful state of Alabama? There are plenty of absolutely breathtaking places to grab a wonderful meal. Some of our favorites include Springhouse, in Alexander City. It’s absolutely gorgeous from the outside in, fashioned like something out of an elegant medieval fairy tale. Gianmarco’s, in Birmingham, is also quite easy on the eyes, with a vine-covered exterior and a romantic, low-light setting on the inside. Of course, “most beautiful” is subjective, so we encourage you to get out and about and explore! You never know what kind of beautiful, tasty dinners await. For more of our favorite beautiful restaurants in Alabama, take a look at this list.  

Where can I find waterfront dining in Alabama? 

One of the best parts of living in an ocean-front state is all the delectable waterfront dining you can find! For example, Cobalt: The Restaurant, located in Orange Beach, offers incredible ocean views paired with a front-row seat to the majesty of the bay. Sunsets here are particularly special, so time your next romantic meal accordingly! If you prefer something a little more causal, not to worry! Four-star restaurants don’t have a monopoly on waterfront dining in Alabama. You could pay a visit to Decatur to dine at the Hard Dock Café – see what they did there? They have great happy hour deals, so make sure to get there in time.  

Is there a secluded restaurant in Alabama that’s good for a date night?  

Of course! After all, not everyone in Alabama is a city-slicker, right? Some restaurants we love that are a bit out of the way and off the beaten path include the delicious Bull Pen Steakhouse in Oakman, Alabama, which requires a little bit of a rural drive that’s worth every mile. It’s got that old-school, wild-west feel to it, which is fun for a quirky date with delicious food. In Tuscumbia, there’s the old Rattlesnake Saloon, which might not be the fanciest, but it’s built underneath a gigantic rock, so what do you do? You totally go, of course.  

Address: 215 Kowaliga Marina Rd, Eclectic, AL 36024, USA