Local Flavor
Relish seafood dishes with Cajun and Creole flair at Bacchus on the Beach, which overlooks the Pass Christian Harbor. For a casual beachside meal, pull up a seat at contest-winning Sea Level. For classic po’boys, Trapani’s Eatery in Bay St. Louis is ideal, or settle in at the Mockingbird Café for coffee and brunch. Gulfport yields family-friendly Chandeleur Brewing Company, where brewmaster Katie Turner serves up house-made beers and seltzers, perfect for a sunny day at the beach. Treat yourself to something special by reserving a table at Thorny Oyster. Located at the Pearl Hotel, Chef Jeffrey Hansell’s menu is a love letter to the Gulf, including sautéed blue crab claws, tuna crudo, and heartier options such as their Bouillabaisse and Stuffed Whole Flounder.
