An irresistible cross between a yeast roll and a buttermilk biscuit, angel biscuits are a traditional Southern table bread that have been taking the country by storm.

Julia Child was said to have ordered this homey vegetarian dish in the 1980s, helping put the restaurant on the map.

The legendary fried flounder remains the cornerstone of their menu, a dish they’ve perfected rather than reinvented. For visitors to Gulf Shores, De Soto’s offers something beyond just a good meal – ...