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Texas Gulf Coast Dining


DiBella's Italian Restaurant

1902 31st St.
Galveston, TX
Phone(409)763-9036

Di Bella's menu features authentic Italian recipes, including veal piccata and shrimp fettucini alfredo. Also famous for their delicious made-to-order Ribeye (available in multiple sizes), available with a variety of toppings. All Entrees and House Specialties are served with Antipasta, Garlic Bread, Soup or Salad, and Choice of Pasta.

Gaido's Famous Seafood Restaurant

3900 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Phone: (409)762-9625

S.J. Gaido first opened his restaurant in 1911, they still peel shrimp, shuck oysters, and filet fish the old fashioned way as they have for the last ninety-plus years. All of their sauces, salad dressings, and desserts are homemade from Gaido's family recipes, using only the finest of fresh ingredients.

Sky Bar Sushi Bar and Grill

2107 Postoffice
Galveston, TX
Phone (409)621-4759

Sky Bar's comprehensive menu freatures a wide variety of sushi and sashimi dishes, including items for non-sushi lovers. Chefs prepare sushi and sashimi from the sushi bar and offer items cooked from the grill in their dining room.

Clary's Seafood Restaurant

8509 Teichman Road
Galveston, TX
Phone (409)740-0771

Clary's opened in 1977. The menu offers unique semi-Cajun fare. Dining area overlookes picturesque Offats Bayou.

Palms M&M

24th and Church St.
Galveston, TX
Phone(409)766-7170

The M&M was built in 1844. It survived the 1900 Storm represented by the plaque at the front door on the outside. The bar at M&M was built in 1933. The bar displays 36 Scotch's 24 Vodka's 40 Tequila's 23 Bourbons & Whiskey's 20 After Dinner Selections 20 Liquerer's with an Impressive Wine List of 160 Bottles of Wine. Menu features fine steaks and seafood like Steak Oscar - 8 oz Filet Mignon topped with Dungeness Lump Crab Meat and Béarnaise and served with asparagus

Bernardo's at Hotel Galvez

2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Phone (409)765-7721

Bernardo's at the Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel is located on the seawall. The menu features Gulf coast seafood - the gumbo is wonderful. If you are in Galveston for the weekend don't miss the Sunday Champagne Brunch.

Pic's on 45th

1728 45th St.
Galveston, TX
Phone (409)763-0200

Pic's on 45th provides a menu with selections like pan roasted duck breast and preserved duck leg with caramelized shallot potatoes and haricot verts. Or the grilled Wisconsin veal chop with lyonaise potatoes. Or the slow roasted half chicken nested on wild mushroom risotto.

Shearn's

7 Hope Boulevard
Galveston, TX
Phone (409)741-8484

Located on the ninth floor, Shearn's Restaurant offers signature dishes of Urs Schmid including Shrimp Dejong and Lobster Bisque. Shearn's Lounge is the perfect setting for afternoon and evening cocktails surrounded by truly spectacular views of the stunning Pyramids of Moody Gardens and the sunsets over Galveston Bay. Dressy Casual attire required. No Jeans, Shorts or Tank Tops.

Paradise Key Island Grill

39 Mazatlan
Key Allegro, Rockport, Texas
(361) 727-0000

Owners Jim & Laura Riedel

Paradise Key Island Grill is located at the Marina on Key Allegro, in Rockport Texas. Great food in a casual tropical atmosphere. From sodas, floats and a great kids menu to a full service bar, gourmet hamburgers and unbelievable seafood and steaks! The dock-side bar and outside patio dining area have a wonderful view of the sunset over Little Bay.

Marcel's Restaurant
Chef and Owner Marcel Althauser
905 Hwy. 361
Port Aransas, Texas
Phone (361) 749-5577

Serving fresh seafood, hand-cut choice steaks, veal and German cuisine. Closed Wednesday. Beer & wine.

Lisabella's
Chef and Owner Kris Amundsen
224 E. Cotter
Port Aransas, TX
Phone (361) 749-4222

Coastal Cuisine. Casual but elegant ambiance. Dinner only. Monday-Saturday.

Thaiphoon of Texas
Owner Tiya Suphachai
315 S. Alister
Port Aransas, Texas
Phone (361) 749-0882

Authintic Thai, Sushi, and Chinese cuisine.

The Big Kahuna
106 E. Cotter
Port Aransas, Texas
Phone (361) 749-0941

Featuring prime rib, steaks and seafood in a South Pacific island decor. Full Bar.


Mississippi Gulf Coast Dining


Jazzeppi's Ristorante & Martini Bar

195 Porter Avenue
Biloxi, MS
(228) 374-9660

Enjoy true Gulf coast fine dining at Jazzeppi's Ristorante and Martini Bar. Jazzeppi’s menu offers a signature culinary selection that showcases Certified Black Angus Beef, prime veal, fresh Gulf seafood and pasta creations along with other nightly features for an even greater dinner selection. The menu reflects Creole, Italian and French influences. Jazzeppi’s also features two of the most stunning and unique bars on the Gulf coast featuring only premium spirits and more than 50 martinis. It has an extensive wine list with many wines by the glass. The martini bars feature an appetizer menu with entrée style appetizers and a selection of gourmet pizza’s.

Emeril’s Gulf Coast Fish House

Located in the Island View Casino
3300 West Beach Blvd
Gulfport, MS 39501

Emeril’s Gulf Coast Fish House is located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Gulfport, just one hour east of New Orleans. The restaurant overlooks the Gulf Coast at the Island View Casino Resort. The menu features “Coastal Creole” cuisine, a combination of Lagasse’s signature “new New Orleans” cuisine with an emphasis on fresh local seafood, produce and farm products that are unique to the region.

Phone number for dining reservations: (228) 314-1515

Chef/Proprietor: Emeril Lagasse, Chef de Cuisine: Steve D'Angelo, General Manager: Jason Lonigro

Reservations: Recommended, however walk-ins are accepted. Online Reservations Click Here.

Mary Mahoney's Old French House

138 Rue Magnolia
Biloxi, MS
Restaurant Reservations call (228) 374-0163

One of the South’s most unique restaurants centered around one of the oldest homes in America. Mary Mahoney’s Old French House Restaurant has served presidents, dignitaries, celebrities and million of others for over 40 years.

Vrazel's Fine Food Restaurant

3206 West Beach Blvd
Gulfport, MS
Phone: (228) 863-2229

Dine under majestic Southern live oaks, as you view the beautiful gardens and the Mississippi Sound. The freshest of local seafood and prime beef come alive as the talented Chef Vrazel puts his distinctive touch to French, Italian and Cajun cuisine. To complete your evening of fine dining, relax and enjoy our flaming desserts and coffees.

Anthonys Under the Oaks

1217 Washington Avenue
Ocean Springs, MS
Restaurant phone number (228) 872-4564

Anthony’s Under the Oaks' menu includes steak, veal, poultry and seafood. Start your meal with Baked Cat Island Oysters (fresh oysters with seasoned breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese and baked) or the Sampler Platter (stuffed mushrooms, crab cakes & oyster Rockefeller). For your main meal try one of the following: Filet Oscar – filet topped with fresh crabmeat, asparagus & hollandaise sauce, Anthony’s Special – broiled catfish served with a Lafene sauce served over rice. Restaurant overlooks the river.


Louisiana Gulf Coast Dining


Muriel's Jackson Square

801 Chartres St
French Quarter
New Orleans, LA

Executive Chef Guy D. Sockrider C.E.C.

Muriel's Jackson Square is a Creole restaurant in the French Quarter. Set in an historic building, the restaurant's decor includes exposed brick walls and fine antiques. With more than 30 years in the restaurant business, Guy D. Sockrider C.E.C. assumes the head culinary post at Muriel’s Jackson Square. The eternal “student”, Guy has developed his talent under the tutelage of some of the best chefs in the world such as Roger Verge at Le Moulin des Mougins in Franch and Paul Prudhomme at Commander’s Palace in New Orleans. He has continued his educational studies throughout his career by becoming a Certified Executive Chef, a prestigious professional designation, held by less than 500 chefs worldwide.

Broussard's

819 Rue Conti, Vieux Carre
New Orleans, LA
Phone for Reservations (504)581-3866

Chef-owner Gunter Preuss and his wife Evelyn

Menu features dishes created with an exotic blend of French, Spanish, Indian, Caribbean, Acadian (Cajun) and Creole influences. Located in the heart of New Orleans' Vieux Carré, or French Quarter.

Antoine's

713-717 Rue Saint Louis
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reservations 504-581-4422

The birthplace of such culinary classics as Oysters Rockefeller, Eggs Sardou (named for Victorien Sardou, a famous French dramatist, consisting of poached eggs topped with artichoke hearts, ham, anchovies, truffles and hollandaise sauce), and Pommes de Terre Souffles (those marvelous puffed potatoes Antoine's helped popularize). The sauce of Oysters Rockefeller was so rich and buttery, they felt it should be named after the nation's richest baron of the day, John D. Rockefeller. Menu includes such items as Escargots a la Bordelaise.


Alabama Gulf Coast Dining


The Bayside Grill

27842 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL
To call the restaurant: (251) 981-4899

Owner William (Will) Eberlin, Chef Anthony Wilson

The Bayside Grill has been in business for 12 years, and is located in Orange Beach, Alabama, just to the east of the Sportsman Marina complex on Canal Road. The Bayside Grill has a spectacular view of Sportsman’s Marina, Terry Cove, and the Perdido Pass Bridge. Brunch includes such specialties as Banana Stuffed French Toast and Eggs Bayside – a toasted English muffin topped with wood grilled beef tenderloin, two poached eggs, smothered in jumbo lump crabmeat and Hollandaise Sauce. Enjoy a raw bar on the upper deck, serving raw and baked oysters, oysters Rockefeller, steamed shrimp, and boiled crawfish.

Calypso Joe's Caribbean Grill

27075 Marina Road
Orange Beach, AL
For Restaurant Information call (251) 981-1415

Come by boat or by land to Calypso Joe’s. Enjoy Caribbean specialties like Island conch fritters and fresh fish in the tin. Menu includes cheesy fries, thick juicy burgers, oyster shooters, Cuban nachos and tuna bites.

Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar

25753 Canal Rd.
Orange Beach, AL
For restaurant call (251) 948-9663

Owner Brian Harsany, Executive Chef Jack Baker

Named after a rescued pup, Cosmo, who serves as the mascot, Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar provides a fantastic meal, unique libations, and entertainment by local musicians on the deck.

  • All Menu Items Made From Scratch Daily
  • Fresh Sushi Served Daily After 5 pm
  • Extensive Beer & Wine Selections
  • Live Entertainment Thursday - Saturday
  • Outdoor Dining, Separate Bar Area
  • Unique Drink Selections Including Specialty Martinis and Tropical Libations

Ginny Lane Bar and Grill at The Wharf

4780 Wharf Parkway F101
Orange Beach, AL
Restaurant Info call (251) 224-6500

Owners Ginny and Lane Gilbert, Chef Nick Fawal

Ginny Lane Bar & Grill provides a causal atmosphere accompanied by classic continental cuisine. Choose from freshly made appetizers, soups or gourmet salads, sandwiches, fresh seafood, pasta dishes, USDA prime beef and free range chicken. Kids are welcome up until 10 pm, when the atmosphere becomes decidedly more that of a bar than restaurant. Enjoy live music from local artists in the evenings.

Gulf Shores Steamer

124 West First Ave
Gulf Shores, AL
Call Restaurant at (251) 948-6344

A motto of no fried seafood - Gulf Shore Steamer features delicious steamed Royal Red Shrimp, Snow Crab Legs, Mussels and Oysters, along with, a great selection of grilled fish, and hand-cut steaks, grilled chicken breasts, sandwiches, and the 'Island's Best Cheeseburger'. Other menu items include: Buckets of Shrimp, Crab, Mussells, Smoked Tuna Dip, and Crab Delight Sandwiches.

Live Bait at The Wharf

24281 Perdido Beach Blvd.
Orange Beach, AL
(251) 974-1612

Located on the Alabama Gulf Coast on the Gulf Beach Highway across from Romar House and Phoenix Condominiums. Great food, spirits and live entertainment. Deck overlookes the wetlands - catch a glipse of the live alligator.

Nix Or Slippery Nick's Grill and Saloon

4720 Main Street Suite 101
Orange Beach, Alabama
Phone (251) 224-8104

Fresh shucked raw oysters or flame broiled oysters, Black Angus steaks, sandwiches and burgers with live music. Nice wine selection.

Sunset Cork Room

2200 East 2nd Street
Gulf Shores, AL
(251) 967-4773

Chef "Rudy" Rudolph

"A little off the beaten path", the Cork Room offers a more sophisticated, personal atmosphere than the regular beach restaurant. Unique wines from around the world, as well as complimenting appetizers and exquisite desserts prepared by resident Chef Rudy. Live acoustic music, soft lighting and a stunning decor make it a great place to enjoy an appetizer before a meal or a late evening dessert. Offering exceptional wines at a reasonable price, by the glass or bottle.


Florida Gulf Coast Dining


Ellington's Jazz Bar & Restaurant

937 East Gulf Drive
Sanibel Island, FL 33957
For Dining Reservations call (239) 472 - 0494

Ellington's Jazz Bar & Restaurant is cool and eclectic. Located at the Sanibel Inn, Ellington's Jazz Bar & Restaurant combines live jazz performances with freshly prepared delicacies such as seafood, steaks, and pasta. Dine at this three-time "Taste of the Islands" and eight-time "Best of the Islands" winner.

  • The island's finest steaks, seafood, and pasta, in an eclectic jazz-club atmosphere
  • Fresh ingredients, from the chef's onsite herb garden
  • Performances by renowned jazz artists, including The Brubeck Brothers, Windham Hill, Ruth Bisbane, and Dena DeRosa
  • Open seven days a week, daily for breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30a.m. and for dinner from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on weekdays and 5 p.m. to midnight on weekends
  • Grand piano, with autographs by Georgia Brown, Jon Weber, Johnny Mae Dunson, David "Fathead" Newman, and Dave Brubeck

La Tosca
576 Blackburn Point Road
Osprey, Florida

For reservations call: 941.918.8041

La Tosca opened on November 3rd, 2006, in the the Bellagio Harbor Village in Osprey, Florida. La Tosca's signature dish is Angello al'Abbruzzese, braised lamb shank in a light tomato sauce serve over a bed of parmesan risotto with green peas and mushrooms. Enjoy the downstairs waterfront lounge prior to meal.

Sharky's on the Pier - Venice Florida's Only Beachfront Restaurant

1600 Harbor Drive South
Venice, Florida
For Restaurant call: (941) 488-1456

Offers Tiki bar for cocktails and/or dinner in the dining room. Unique cuisine with island flair. Offers indoor air-conditioned dining rooms easily adapt to accommodate 20 to 100 guests and open-air, waterfront, bi-level decks.

Island Way Grill
20 Island Way
Clearwater Beach, Florida
For Reservations call (727) 461-6617

The Island Way Grill has great views and even better food - ranked as one of the best reviewed restaurant in the area. The menu provides a variety of shellfish, steak and more than 10 different makimonos from the sushi bar.