These are the 6 best seafood restaurants in Biloxi, according to Tripadvisor
Fresh Gulf seafood is a beloved staple along the Mississippi Coast for residents and tourists alike.
From boils to creole to friend po-boys and more, Biloxi is a hub for seafood cuisine across the Gulf Coast, bringing in visitors to enjoy the coastal fair and casinos.
Here are the top-rated seafood restaurants in the city of Biloxi, according to Tripadvisor. The travel website ranks restaurants based on positive reviews by users and guests.
Half Shell Oyster House of Biloxi
This southern chain, with 15 locations, boasts a 4 ½ out of 5-star rating based on nearly 3,000 reviews. Visitors rave about the ambiance and top-notch service. On the menu you will find southern staples such as shrimp and grits and, of course, oysters. Half Shell Oyster House of Biloxi can be found at 125 Lameuse St. in downtown.
This casual hole-in-the-wall spot has hundreds of positive reviews and offers po-boys, fried seafood and crawfish. Reviewers boast of large portions and a casual environment at this classic Coast seafood joint. “Place is filled with local character,” reads one review that also notes the generous portion sizes. Taranto’s Crawfish is located at 12404 John Lee Rd.
Half Shell Oyster House inside Hard Rock Casino
Within the walls of the Hard Rock Casino is another outpost of the aforementioned southern seafood restaurant, Half Shell. Offering steaks and seafood like the standalone restaurant, this location also has a sushi bar.
Anyone who has driven down Beach Blvd. will most likely have noticed the large three-story building overlooking the gulf with a unique aquatic mural facing the highway. With an expansive menu, The Reef offers a popular crab dip, various fish dishes including flounder and catfish, a large selection of pasta dishes and more. The Reef is at 1749 Beach Blvd.
Originating in Pass Christian, the Biloxi location in Shaggy’s is a tourist hot spot. It has beautiful beach views and a cool deck and its menu includes seafood, burgers and tacos. Reviewers love the “amazing atmosphere” and tropical cocktails. Shaggy’s is located at 1763 Beach Blvd.
Mary Mahoney’s Old French House
It’s been open in Biloxi for 58 years. The casual fine dining restaurant with white linen tablecloths offers classic New Orleans and French dishes like crab claws and thheir wildly popular seafood au gratin. Mary Mahoney’s is located across the street from the Hard Rock Casino at 110 Rue Magnolia, Biloxi.
This story was originally published June 7, 2022 at 8:00 AM.