Gulfport punches well above its size when it comes to food — a small waterfront town with a genuinely varied restaurant scene, most of it within walking distance of Beach Boulevard. This list follows Gulfport's current Tripadvisor rankings, with links to each restaurant's page.
The Pearl Restaurant
An International and Mediterranean menu, currently Gulfport's top-rated restaurant on Tripadvisor. A good pick for a dinner that feels like an occasion without leaving the neighborhood.
Pia's Trattoria
The closest thing Gulfport has to a dining institution — Italian and Tuscan food with a following well beyond the neighborhood. Expect a wait on weekends.
O'Maddy's Bar & Grille
American bar food with a waterfront, bohemian feel — one of Gulfport's most-reviewed spots and a reliable choice for a casual night out.
Stella's
An American diner-style favorite, well liked for breakfast as much as anything else.
Neptune Grill
Seafood and a full bar, consistently mentioned alongside Gulfport's best waterfront-adjacent spots.
Habana Cafe
Caribbean and Latin food, including a Cuban sandwich regulars specifically call out — good for something lighter or a weekend lunch.
Siri's Gourmet Burgers & Pizza
Exactly what it sounds like — burgers and pizza done well, at a lower price point than most of this list.
Tommy's Hideaway
A smaller pizza and Italian spot with the kind of local, family-run feel regulars specifically seek out.
Spiro's
Greek food, with gyros that come up constantly in local reviews.
Sweet-Tea Celebrations
A tea room and lunch spot — a nice pick before or after a Catherine Hickman Theater show nearby.
SumitrA Espresso Lounge
A local coffee shop for when you just want a good cup and somewhere to sit.
The Gulfport Comfort Cafe
A smaller breakfast-and-lunch cafe locals describe as a hidden gem — worth seeking out.
Restaurant scenes change — hours, ownership, and menus shift over time, so it's worth double-checking a spot is still open before making plans.
Want to know what else is worth doing nearby? See our guide to Gulfport, or check what's currently available at The Waverly, a few minutes from all of the above.