Stephanie’s Bay St. Louis Guidebook

Stephanie
Stephanie’s Bay St. Louis Guidebook

Food scene

Wonderful breakfast/brunch spot! Wonderful breakfast spot. Get there early or expect a bit of a wait. Service is fabulous, even when short staffed. They run out of biscuits early but the pancake sub was really, really good!! The side potatoes are wonderful here!! The Buttercup omelet is great! Bacon cooked crisp. Great spot to gather! P.S. Pick up the BEST Blood Mary ever a block away at the Mockingbird cafe and bring it with you to the Buttercup.
19 locals recommend
Butter Cup On Second Street
112 N 2nd St
19 locals recommend
Wonderful breakfast/brunch spot! Wonderful breakfast spot. Get there early or expect a bit of a wait. Service is fabulous, even when short staffed. They run out of biscuits early but the pancake sub was really, really good!! The side potatoes are wonderful here!! The Buttercup omelet is great! Bacon cooked crisp. Great spot to gather! P.S. Pick up the BEST Blood Mary ever a block away at the Mockingbird cafe and bring it with you to the Buttercup.
I love this place for coffee and grabbing a bite to eat. It has a good vibe and outdoor seating.I have a older menu in my photos section.
55 locals recommend
Mockingbird Cafe
110 S 2nd St
55 locals recommend
I love this place for coffee and grabbing a bite to eat. It has a good vibe and outdoor seating.I have a older menu in my photos section.
Cosmos
Great place for dinner. I love the raw oysters!!
48 locals recommend
200 North Beach Restaurant and Bar
200 N Beach Blvd
48 locals recommend
Great place for dinner. I love the raw oysters!!
Snoballs are a must to survive those beautiful and hot summer days!!
11 locals recommend
Ms. Mary's Old Town Snoballs
203B N 2nd St
11 locals recommend
Snoballs are a must to survive those beautiful and hot summer days!!
Oyster Bar & Grill with great outdoor seating across the street from the water!
32 locals recommend
Cuz's Old Town Oyster Bar & Grill
108 S Beach Blvd
32 locals recommend
Oyster Bar & Grill with great outdoor seating across the street from the water!
Murky Waters BBQ - Bay St. Louis
30 locals recommend
Field's Steak and Oyster Bar
111 Main St
30 locals recommend
My son loves, loves, loves this place!
17 locals recommend
Creole Creamery
209 Main St
17 locals recommend
My son loves, loves, loves this place!
Lots of locals here, which is always a good sign. This is a small, hometown cafe serving up the good stuff at affordable prices. We had friendly service, a tasty breakfast, and wouldn't hesitate to stop by for the daily lunch special.
8 locals recommend
Sunrise Cafe
315 Reese St
8 locals recommend
Lots of locals here, which is always a good sign. This is a small, hometown cafe serving up the good stuff at affordable prices. We had friendly service, a tasty breakfast, and wouldn't hesitate to stop by for the daily lunch special.
The place to go for your adult beverages!!
7 locals recommend
BODEGA SPRITS & LIQUOR
111 B Court St
7 locals recommend
The place to go for your adult beverages!!
Waterside hangout with a chill vibe & beach decor serving burgers, hand-cut fries & drinks. Overlooks the Bay St. Louis Harbor.
85 locals recommend
The Blind Tiger Bay St. Louis
119 N Beach Blvd
85 locals recommend
Waterside hangout with a chill vibe & beach decor serving burgers, hand-cut fries & drinks. Overlooks the Bay St. Louis Harbor.
Donuts and breakfast
8 locals recommend
Grammys Donuts and More (Bay Saint Louis)
308 US-90
8 locals recommend
Donuts and breakfast
Small family owned place. Hand tossed pizza. Fantastic!
19 locals recommend
Brooklyn Pizzeria
295 US-90
19 locals recommend
Small family owned place. Hand tossed pizza. Fantastic!
Located within the beautifully-designed Pearl Hotel, Thorny Oyster is steps away from views of the water and happily nestled in the bustle of downtown life. RESERVATIONS: 228.688.0401
21 locals recommend
Thorny Oyster
104 North Beach Boulevard
21 locals recommend
Located within the beautifully-designed Pearl Hotel, Thorny Oyster is steps away from views of the water and happily nestled in the bustle of downtown life. RESERVATIONS: 228.688.0401
"We are a beach cottage where you can dine at a picnic table under an umbrella. Catch a beautiful sunset, watch dolphins play and relax by the palms enjoying a Gulf breeze. Our beautiful setting complements our fresh made to order menu which includes Burgers, Hot Dogs, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos, Hand Cut Fries, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Soda and Craft Beers. Cool Down with one of our 45 Snoball flavors. We offer cornhole, sand toys and hoola hoops for family fun! Sea Level is Pet Friendly!"
14 locals recommend
Sea Level
3 Hiern Ave
14 locals recommend
"We are a beach cottage where you can dine at a picnic table under an umbrella. Catch a beautiful sunset, watch dolphins play and relax by the palms enjoying a Gulf breeze. Our beautiful setting complements our fresh made to order menu which includes Burgers, Hot Dogs, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos, Hand Cut Fries, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Soda and Craft Beers. Cool Down with one of our 45 Snoball flavors. We offer cornhole, sand toys and hoola hoops for family fun! Sea Level is Pet Friendly!"
Great place! Great food, Great view (you can sit outside and view the harbor), Good music and awesome owners!
33 locals recommend
Dan B. Murphy's
109 South Beach Boulevard
33 locals recommend
Great place! Great food, Great view (you can sit outside and view the harbor), Good music and awesome owners!
7 locals recommend
PJ's Coffee
207 Main St
7 locals recommend

Neighborhoods

Old Town Bay St. Louis in and around Main St. and N. Beach Blvd. I have a walking map with a list of Eateries & Pubs, Shops & Galleries and Entertainment in my photos section.
67 locals recommend
Bay St. Louis
67 locals recommend
Old Town Bay St. Louis in and around Main St. and N. Beach Blvd. I have a walking map with a list of Eateries & Pubs, Shops & Galleries and Entertainment in my photos section.

Music & Bar Venue

Great outdoor music and bar scene right on the water!!
33 locals recommend
Dan B. Murphy's
109 South Beach Boulevard
33 locals recommend
Great outdoor music and bar scene right on the water!!
This is a go-to for beer and cigars in the Pass. Its a must stop if you are staying in the area for a few days. Cliff Is personable and takes great care of his customers.
Cigars in the Pass
124 Davis Ave
This is a go-to for beer and cigars in the Pass. Its a must stop if you are staying in the area for a few days. Cliff Is personable and takes great care of his customers.

Sightseeing

Adorable Visitor Center complete with a mini museum that features local Mardi Gras Costumes, Mississippi Blues Musicians and The Old Spanish Trail in Mississippi!
18 locals recommend
Bay St. Louis Historic L & N Train Depot
1928 Depot Way
18 locals recommend
Adorable Visitor Center complete with a mini museum that features local Mardi Gras Costumes, Mississippi Blues Musicians and The Old Spanish Trail in Mississippi!
The 100 Men Hall is an historic Blues music venue on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Hall, as it is locally known, was a stop on the Chitlin' Circuit in the 1930's - 60's and hosted several well-known artists including, Etta James, Deacon John, Big Joe Turner, Guitar Slim & numerous others. In 2011, The Hall received a Blues Trail Marker from The Mississippi Blues Commission and became a 501(c)3 fund of the Hancock Community Development Foundation. In August 2018 The Hall was resurrected once again as a live music venue and has recently hosted Cedric Burnside, Brian Jay (Pimps of Joytime) and Evan Christopher. The 100 Men Hall is open by appointment and for public events that are listed on our calendar on our website.
12 locals recommend
100 Men Hall
303 Union St
12 locals recommend
The 100 Men Hall is an historic Blues music venue on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Hall, as it is locally known, was a stop on the Chitlin' Circuit in the 1930's - 60's and hosted several well-known artists including, Etta James, Deacon John, Big Joe Turner, Guitar Slim & numerous others. In 2011, The Hall received a Blues Trail Marker from The Mississippi Blues Commission and became a 501(c)3 fund of the Hancock Community Development Foundation. In August 2018 The Hall was resurrected once again as a live music venue and has recently hosted Cedric Burnside, Brian Jay (Pimps of Joytime) and Evan Christopher. The 100 Men Hall is open by appointment and for public events that are listed on our calendar on our website.
Alice Moseley loved this depot and loved all the beautiful Live Oak trees that surround it and she would have been delighted that her beautiful folk art and her son's antiques have such a wonderful home. The Museum contains over 50 of Alice Moseley's original paintings and Tim Moseley's lifetime collection of art pottery, majolica, glass and primitive furniture. Playing at all times in the Museum is Alice Moseley on her DVD telling her stories and displaying for our visitors the unique and funny and talented person that she was. The Alice Moseley Museum is a Museum, but it is also an entertainment venue. Come to the Alice Moseley Museum and you will leave with a smile on your face and a love of an old lady whose favorite saying was, "Your reach should always exceed your grasp." She is still reaching out to you. Come see her Museum while you are in Bay St. Louis. Admission free. The museum is closed on Sundays and major holidays. Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
13 locals recommend
Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum
1928 Depot Way
13 locals recommend
Alice Moseley loved this depot and loved all the beautiful Live Oak trees that surround it and she would have been delighted that her beautiful folk art and her son's antiques have such a wonderful home. The Museum contains over 50 of Alice Moseley's original paintings and Tim Moseley's lifetime collection of art pottery, majolica, glass and primitive furniture. Playing at all times in the Museum is Alice Moseley on her DVD telling her stories and displaying for our visitors the unique and funny and talented person that she was. The Alice Moseley Museum is a Museum, but it is also an entertainment venue. Come to the Alice Moseley Museum and you will leave with a smile on your face and a love of an old lady whose favorite saying was, "Your reach should always exceed your grasp." She is still reaching out to you. Come see her Museum while you are in Bay St. Louis. Admission free. The museum is closed on Sundays and major holidays. Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Check out old town Bay St. Louis in the morning, hit the waterslides and wavepool at Buccaneer, then end the day with a Seafood Buffet at Silver Slipper Casino.
22 locals recommend
Buccaneer State Park
1150 S Beach Blvd
22 locals recommend
Check out old town Bay St. Louis in the morning, hit the waterslides and wavepool at Buccaneer, then end the day with a Seafood Buffet at Silver Slipper Casino.
Classic golf course set in the quiet Timber Ridge neighborhood in historic Pass Christian. Hours: Sun - Wed 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thu 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM Fri 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sat 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
12 locals recommend
Pass Christian Isles Golf Club
150 Fairway Dr
12 locals recommend
Classic golf course set in the quiet Timber Ridge neighborhood in historic Pass Christian. Hours: Sun - Wed 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thu 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM Fri 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sat 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
This is an indoor and outdoor aquarium that captures the beauty of the area. From a river stocked with all the typical species, the specimens are anything but typical. Alligator gars, paddle fish, and lots of turtles live in the river. There is also a giant alligator snapping turtle in it. They have alligators and even American crocodiles. Indoors, they have a large marine exhibit with sharks, rays, eels, and other fish. Super cool touch tanks upstairs, and right through the middle of the water is a tunnel that let's you view all the way around it. Very cool. The dolphins were delayed by the hurricanes, but the aviary right next to it has birds I've never seen before. Apparently, there are bird from 4 different continents. Hours: Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
113 locals recommend
Mississippi Aquarium
2100 E Beach Blvd
113 locals recommend
This is an indoor and outdoor aquarium that captures the beauty of the area. From a river stocked with all the typical species, the specimens are anything but typical. Alligator gars, paddle fish, and lots of turtles live in the river. There is also a giant alligator snapping turtle in it. They have alligators and even American crocodiles. Indoors, they have a large marine exhibit with sharks, rays, eels, and other fish. Super cool touch tanks upstairs, and right through the middle of the water is a tunnel that let's you view all the way around it. Very cool. The dolphins were delayed by the hurricanes, but the aviary right next to it has birds I've never seen before. Apparently, there are bird from 4 different continents. Hours: Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The beautiful Bay St. Louis train depot, built in 1928, houses the visitors center, where visitors can get information about businesses and attractions in the Bay St. Louis area, the Mardi Gras Museum, featuring beautiful Mardi Gras costumes and the Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum. The depot itself is set in a park like setting featuring many Live Oak trees, picnic tables, benches, and a walking path. Duck food can be purchased in the visitor center and many ducks and geese are waiting to be fed at the duck pond on the depot grounds. There is a lot to do and enjoy at the depot and to learn the history of this building and of the difficulties experienced in earlier times maintaining a railroad across the nearby Honey Island Swamp. The Alice Moseley Museum is an entertainment venue as much as it is a Museum and visitors to see Miss Alice usually leave the Museum with a smile on their face and a love of Alice Moseley in their hearts. Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
18 locals recommend
Bay St. Louis Historic L & N Train Depot
1928 Depot Way
18 locals recommend
The beautiful Bay St. Louis train depot, built in 1928, houses the visitors center, where visitors can get information about businesses and attractions in the Bay St. Louis area, the Mardi Gras Museum, featuring beautiful Mardi Gras costumes and the Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum. The depot itself is set in a park like setting featuring many Live Oak trees, picnic tables, benches, and a walking path. Duck food can be purchased in the visitor center and many ducks and geese are waiting to be fed at the duck pond on the depot grounds. There is a lot to do and enjoy at the depot and to learn the history of this building and of the difficulties experienced in earlier times maintaining a railroad across the nearby Honey Island Swamp. The Alice Moseley Museum is an entertainment venue as much as it is a Museum and visitors to see Miss Alice usually leave the Museum with a smile on their face and a love of Alice Moseley in their hearts. Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sharkheads is a cool place to go and they have a beautiful board walk along the beach and plenty of restaurants to choose from with front seat to the gulf!
18 locals recommend
Sharkheads
1703 Beach Blvd
18 locals recommend
Sharkheads is a cool place to go and they have a beautiful board walk along the beach and plenty of restaurants to choose from with front seat to the gulf!
Great shows and shops! Awesome ice cream shop! Great place to visit and you don't need to be a guest to have access to everything.
95 locals recommend
Beau Rivage Casino
875 Beach Blvd
95 locals recommend
Great shows and shops! Awesome ice cream shop! Great place to visit and you don't need to be a guest to have access to everything.
Big play is fun! There's bowling, putt putt, laser tag, Go-carts and more!! Kids have a blast!
63 locals recommend
Big Play Entertainment Center
1842 Beach Blvd
63 locals recommend
Big play is fun! There's bowling, putt putt, laser tag, Go-carts and more!! Kids have a blast!
Science museum that encompasses a mix of exhibit space and hands-on experiential programming where guests can explore Earth and space through exhibits, tours through historic sites, memorable experiences and citizen science programs. * NASA Stennis Space Center Bus Tours
25 locals recommend
INFINITY Science Center
1 Discovery Cir
25 locals recommend
Science museum that encompasses a mix of exhibit space and hands-on experiential programming where guests can explore Earth and space through exhibits, tours through historic sites, memorable experiences and citizen science programs. * NASA Stennis Space Center Bus Tours
"A Tribute to Resilence Fueled with courage, bolstered by humor and lifted up by an unprecedented number of volunteers who poured in from around the country, the people of the Mississippi coast began to rebuild their lives and their towns. Our museum is not a memorial to a disaster, but a tribute to the strength and beauty of the human spirit.
12 locals recommend
Waveland Ground Zero Hurricane Museum
335 Coleman Ave
12 locals recommend
"A Tribute to Resilence Fueled with courage, bolstered by humor and lifted up by an unprecedented number of volunteers who poured in from around the country, the people of the Mississippi coast began to rebuild their lives and their towns. Our museum is not a memorial to a disaster, but a tribute to the strength and beauty of the human spirit.
40 locals recommend
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies
10801 Dolphin Ln
40 locals recommend
On the banks of Mississippi’s beautiful Bay of St. Louis, set among 600 acres of moss-draped live oaks, stately pines, magnolias and sweeping vistas of saltwater marsh, lies the canvas for an extraordinary golf experience. Named as one of Golf Digests Top 10 Courses in Mississippi 2017, Golf Week's "Top 50 Casino Course 2013" and "Best Courses You Can Play", this is Mississippi's only Arnold Palmer Signature golf course. This 18-hole masterpiece is ranked among the Top 40 casino courses in the country and Top 10 courses in the state by Golf Digest and Golfweek.
11 locals recommend
The Bridges Golf Club
711 Hollywood Blvd
11 locals recommend
On the banks of Mississippi’s beautiful Bay of St. Louis, set among 600 acres of moss-draped live oaks, stately pines, magnolias and sweeping vistas of saltwater marsh, lies the canvas for an extraordinary golf experience. Named as one of Golf Digests Top 10 Courses in Mississippi 2017, Golf Week's "Top 50 Casino Course 2013" and "Best Courses You Can Play", this is Mississippi's only Arnold Palmer Signature golf course. This 18-hole masterpiece is ranked among the Top 40 casino courses in the country and Top 10 courses in the state by Golf Digest and Golfweek.
The Oaks Golf Club is nestled amongst majestic timberlands and native wetlands providing one of the most unforgettable golfing experiences on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This exceptional Mississippi golf course is highlighted by the striking par-72 layout, strategic bunkering, dramatic green complexes, and a meandering routing, which creates a serene and tranquil golf experience. The Oaks has received numerous awards and accolades, and hosted several major tournaments
14 locals recommend
The Oaks Golf Club
24384 Club House Dr
14 locals recommend
The Oaks Golf Club is nestled amongst majestic timberlands and native wetlands providing one of the most unforgettable golfing experiences on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This exceptional Mississippi golf course is highlighted by the striking par-72 layout, strategic bunkering, dramatic green complexes, and a meandering routing, which creates a serene and tranquil golf experience. The Oaks has received numerous awards and accolades, and hosted several major tournaments

Shopping

Great outlet mall featuring Nike, Michael Kors, Coach and many more! 10330 Factory Shop Blvd Gulfport, MS 39501
68 locals recommend
Gulfport Premium Outlets
10000 Factory Shop Blvd
68 locals recommend
Great outlet mall featuring Nike, Michael Kors, Coach and many more! 10330 Factory Shop Blvd Gulfport, MS 39501
​Bijoubel, owned by Melissa Hamilton, is a fashion boutique that sells fashion jewelry, clothing, and other accessories.
bijoubel
124 Main St
​Bijoubel, owned by Melissa Hamilton, is a fashion boutique that sells fashion jewelry, clothing, and other accessories.
If you love specialty olive oils and vinegars for cooking, this is your place!
Pass Christian Olive Oils And Vinegars
141 Davis Ave
If you love specialty olive oils and vinegars for cooking, this is your place!
Interesting selections, locally sourced foods and goods as well as general necessities
24 locals recommend
Claiborne Hill Supermarket
410 US-90
24 locals recommend
Interesting selections, locally sourced foods and goods as well as general necessities
12 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter
460 US-90
12 locals recommend

City advice

Getting around

Bikes and Golfcarts are available for rent.

Go to BODEGABSL.COM for more information.
Don't miss

Second Saturday Art Walk Old Town Bay St. Louis

Gallery openings, shop and restaurant specials and live music make the streets of downtown Bay St Louis swirl with a fun family energy. While things are lively all day, the music and specials take place from 4-8pm. Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday TIME: 4-8pm
Travelling with kids

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center for Children, Gulfport, MS

This is an awesome place for kids from infant on up. They have activities throughout the month, indoors and outdoors play. Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is dedicated to inspiring children, families and communities through the arts, interactive educational experiences and exploration. 246 Dolan Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39507 lmdc.org Open for Fun Tues-Sat 10-5 Sun 12-5
Travelling with kids

Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum, Gulfport MS

Experience The Magic of Christmas & Trains with the 2020 Christmas Light Show Starting the Day After Thanksgiving 5-9 pm This is a great place to go with plenty for kids to do as well as awesome displays for parents to see. It’s free! The Museum is the home of the largest LEGO(R) railroad display in Mississippi, multiple scale model train layouts, elevated and ground level G scale trains, interactive layouts for kids to operate and enjoy, outdoor garden displays, and multiple riding 522 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS. Mon & Tues 5pm-9pm Wed-Sun 12pm-9pm
Book before you go

Bring Bottled Water

Mississippi water is not enjoyed by all including me. I always bring bottled water when we stay at our place. Also, you may notice a yellow tinge to the water. This is common with MS water.
Don't miss

Saturday's Diamondhead Sunset Farmers Market 4pm-7pm

This wonderful market brings out the best in produce, meats, seafood, prepared foods and wellness goods from direct growers, cottage food vendors, and agricultural-based handicraft artisans every first and third Saturday. See their social media for info on vendors who offer everything from artisan doggie treats to hamburger by the pound for humans, to breads, skincare products, candles, jewelry, jerky, honey, chocolates, tamales, pecans, plants... All this AND they often have live music! Check it out! 4405 Aloha Drive, Diamondhead (in front of TruValue)