Gulfport Comfort Food To-Go – Two Dads

Pork belly could be on the menu If you thought life hadn’t been the same since Wade Parrish left O’Maddy’s, your world is about to be righted on its axis. Chef becomes a dad and decides he can’t have it all. (Who knew running a restaurant and being a parent were both exhausting? Come on!) […]

4 Day Dining Guide to Gulfport Florida

2021 Update Our 4-Day Dining Guide to Gulfport The year that shall not be named caused many upheavals in the restaurant world.  It also changed the average length of stay for most guests staying at our vacation homes.  Quick trips are less common, providing us with an incentive to expand our 3 day dining guide […]

SumitrA Espresso Lounge

Where can you find a cozy lounge, with a blended decor reflecting a cross between Casablanca and India? Why Gulfport, of course! Founded in 2018, SumitrA was created to provide a relaxing environment. “Coffee and drinks that won’t let you down.” A place for artists, poets and musicians. Time to order SumitrA specializes in CBD […]

Neptune Grill

Dine in, dine out, sing along, watch some sports. And did we mention you can actually hear your dining companions when dining indoors at Neptune Grill? That is, if there’s time to talk to your group while you’re busy stuffing your face with Greek goodness. Yes, the Bahama Mamas deserve top billing And the chicken […]

GulfPerk Coffee Bar

GulfPerk opened in late 2019 and poof! Just like that, Gulfport had a second spot for coffee. Set up in an old house, the decor, staff and vibe (and of course the coffee) will make you linger. And return. Tributes to Gulfport are evident throughout Be one with the foam Welcome. Inviting. Friendly. Great atmosphere. […]

O’Maddy’s Bar & Grille

O’Maddy’s is almost too popular for its own good.  It’s always crowded, but that’s because the food is always good. Life always presents us with tough choices, but at O’Maddy’s, you don’t have to think too hard.  Whatever appetizer you pick (Frank’s Fried Fish Nuggets, Collin’s Irish Chips) is bound to be great.  Come for […]

Smokin’ J’s Real Texas BBQ

‘d be lying if I said I wasn’t suspicious of Smokin’’ J’s at first. I mean, they’re from Texas. Why did they leave the land of BBQ?! But after couple of meals here, I no longer care why or how they ended up in Florida—I’m just glad they did. Smokin’ J’s has the secret sauce […]

Pia’s Trattoria

Pia’s and Backfin tie for my favorite Gulfport restaurant. Pia’s food rivals anything I’ve had in Italy, and I ate well in Italy! Over the years, Pia has expanded from a tiny eatery to include a few indoor dining rooms as well as an outdoor courtyard and sidewalk dining.  This is a good thing: the […]

Backfin Blue Cafe

Despite the fact that they’re closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (the nerve!) Backfin Blue is one of my favorites. Why, you ask? Let me count the reasons: crab cakes, meatloaf, the Mr. Oscar (the day’s fresh catch, expertly prepared), crab and corn chowder, prime rib…I could go on!  Backfin Blue is tucked in a charming […]

New Restaurant – Mano’s Italian Grill

Is our pretty little town big enough for not one, but two fine Italian restaurants? Happily I think the answer is an enthusiastic YES!  Those of you familiar with Gulfport know that we have been blessed to have Pia’s Trattoria in the heart of the Waterfront District for a long time now. Pia’s is a […]

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