The Sandbar in Selma, AL brings together the best parts of a bar and grill: welcoming food, a relaxed atmosphere, and a lively social setting that makes every visit feel like an occasion.
Located at 1 Marina Dr, this popular spot has earned a strong reputation with a 4.20-star rating from 523 reviews, reflecting the consistent experience guests have come to appreciate.
Whether you’re stopping in for brunch, lunch, dinner, or a quick bite, The Sandbar offers the kind of flexible dining experience that fits seamlessly into a casual outing, a night on the town, or a comfortable solo meal.
With table service, outdoor seating, rooftop seating, and the option for dine-in, takeaway, or delivery, it’s easy to enjoy the menu in the way that works best for you.
What makes The Sandbar stand out is the way it combines quality food and drinks with a vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy comfort food, local specialties, cocktails, beer, coffee, desserts, and bar favorites in a setting known for fast service and a great beer and cocktail selection.
Live music, live performances, and sports add to the energy, while the casual, cozy, and trendy environment creates a space that feels inviting without losing its personality. Outside food is allowed, catering is available, and the bar on site adds even more convenience for groups, events, and special gatherings.
From lunch with coworkers to dinner with friends or an evening spent enjoying the entertainment, The Sandbar delivers the easygoing charm and dependable hospitality that make bar and grill dining so appealing.
Accessibility and convenience are also thoughtfully built into the experience. The Sandbar offers wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities, making it a more comfortable option for a wide range of guests. It accepts reservations and supports cheques, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, helping make planning and payment straightforward.
Whether you’re looking for a place to unwind over great food and drinks, catch a game, enjoy live entertainment, or simply spend time in a welcoming local spot, The Sandbar offers the kind of dependable, enjoyable experience that keeps customers coming back.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Sandbar
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Pepper Jack and Cheddar cheese with a spicy ranch dipping sauce
Tiger Sauce, buffalo, lemon pepper, or naked
Cheese Quesadilla
Wild greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, boiled egg, ham, turkey, shredded cheese, bacon
Homemade chicken salad, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, cheddar cheese, and a boiled egg
Complementary Toppings: ketchup, mustard, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, relish, pickles Premium toppings (additional charge): extra patty, cheese, nacho cheese, slaw, chili, bacon, grilled onions, jalapeno peppers, kraut
Complementary Toppings: ketchup, mustard, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, relish, pickles Premium toppings (additional charge): extra patty, cheese, nacho cheese, slaw, chili, bacon, grilled onions, jalapeno peppers, kraut
Complementary Toppings: ketchup, mustard, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, relish, pickles Premium toppings (additional charge): extra patty, cheese, nacho cheese, slaw, chili, bacon, grilled onions, jalapeno peppers, kraut
turkey, ham, lettuce, tomato, cheese, bacon
Grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, and bacon
grilled or fried, with tomato, lettuce, & slaw
Grilled or fried, lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, honey mustard
Turkey, ham, lettuce, tomato, bacon, cheese, & mayo
Homemade chicken salad, lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese
Grilled or fried, served with fries
Tiger Sauce, buffalo, lemon pepper, or naked, served with fries
Hand Cut Fries
Hear from our valued guests
Always like to stop here when visiting Selma. Clean, good view of the river, and nice people, as well as the food is really good and affordable for what you get. Had the fried catfish / okra and grilled shrimp, hit the spot for sure.
I have been eating lunch here weekly for the last 3 months. The food has been nothing but first class. I lost a receipt for a meal. I need it for an expense report. The owner took care of it herself. Before my meal was out she had my replacement receipt. The staff is friendly and super helpful even when there slammed at lunch. My go to is the grilled catfish and shrimp with sweet potato fry’s.
Sandbar was recommended to us buy my nephew and he was spot on. Food was great and the staff was wonderful. Couldn't ask for anywhere better to eat we are definitely going back.
Great place to eat! Super friendly staff. Doggies welcome. Handicap ramp was long but easy to get up. Bathroom was huge and easy to move around in. View of the river awesome! Definitely coming back next time.
This was an amazing little spot!! The view was spectacular and the frogs and crickets were singing near the river. The balcony seating was comfortable and it was a great March evening to eat out there. My waiter made excellent recommendations and was very friendly. The fried pickles were exquisite!! I usually stay away from fried pickles because the pickles gets soggy. That was not the case with theirs. They were thin slice and fried to a perfect golden brown and brought out hot. They melted in my mouth with a delicious salty crunch. The housemade ranch was thick, creamy and delectable. It was a perfect compliment to the fried pickles. For my supper I ordered the fried catfish and shrimp basket, both sourced locally. The catfish was fresh and had no fishy taste. It was breaded in corn meal and fried to deliciousness. The shrimp was not over breaded and fried just right without over cooking the shrimp or leaving the breading soggy. Their hushpuppies were very yummy and an excellent compliment to the shrimp and cat fish. My waiter also recommended the conecuh sausage and threw in a sample piece for me to try. It was smoky and perfectly seasoned. The flavor of the sausage exploded in my mouth with each bite. Do not pass up this food experience, you will not regret it.
A great place for amazing food and service. I will definitely return everytime I'm in the area.
Light fluffy catfish that was amazing. Pat really enjoyed his shrimp poor boy. We really enjoyed the setting and will return for great food. Good service too.Pat and Bette Huet
We had a group of 40 people. The management was great. We were able to pre-order our dinner, and it was ready when we arrived, Everyone had their food within 15 minutes of walking in. The catfish sandwich is delicious! Staff was very friendly and helpful. Greal location on the river.
Common questions about The Sandbar
The Sandbar is located at 1 Marina Dr, Selma, AL 36701, United States, Selma, AL, United States.
You can reach The Sandbar by calling +1 334-877-1444.
The Sandbar has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 523 customer reviews.
The Sandbar features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Sandbar features the following from the business: Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as women-owned.
The Sandbar features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Sandbar features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Live performances, Rooftop seating, Serves local specialty, Sport.
The Sandbar features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Sandbar features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Food, Food at bar, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
The Sandbar features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Outside food allowed, Seating, Table service.
The Sandbar features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
The Sandbar features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Sandbar features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists, University students.
The Sandbar features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Sandbar features the following payments: Cheques, Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Sandbar features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Sandbar features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
The Sandbar features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
Business Features
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