Elberta The Quirkiest Town In Alabama

Who doesn’t love quirky? From restaurants and hotels, to museums and shops, Alabama is home to some of the quirkiest places in the South. One of the state’s quirkiest towns is Elberta, and you can read all about its quirky attractions below.

Elberta is located in Baldwin County and has less than 2,000 residents. Without a doubt, this small Alabama town is no stranger when it comes to quirkiness.

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Anyone who’s ever visited Elberta is most likely familiar with the town’s famous “Dinosaurs in the Woods” and…

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…“Bamahenge” statues. Both sets of statues are life size and were built by billionaire George Barber. They’re truly unique and most certainly define quirky.

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When it comes time to eat lunch, a great place to try is Roadkill Cafe.

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No, this restaurant doesn’t serve roadkill. Instead, it specializes in delicious homestyle cooking. Roadkill Cafe is only open for lunch, and its hours are as follows: Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Saturday, closed. You can visit Roadkill Cafe at 25076 State St., Elberta, AL 36530.

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A great place for dinner is Pirates Cove Marina & Restaurant. Best known for its beachfront view, this pirate-themed restaurant attracts people from all over.

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Pirates Cove Marina & Restaurant offers something for everyone, including its mouthwatering cheeseburger and delicious bushwacker. You can visit Pirates Cove Marina & Restaurant at 6664 County Rd. 95, Elberta, AL 36530. Its hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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No visit to Elberta is complete without a stop at Sweet Home Farm.

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Established in 1984, Sweet Home Farm, which is more quaint than quirky, is Alabama’s first farmstead cheese operation. You can visit it at 27107 Schoen Rd., Elberta, Alabama 36530. Sweet Home Farm sells its delicious cheeses on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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If you’ve ever visited Elberta, Alabama, please share your thoughts with us in the comments.