DINING EAST: Recommended eateries from New Orleans to Pensacola – 225 Travel East – Special advertising section
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NEW ORLEANS
Commander’s Palace
1403 Washington Ave.
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New Orleans, LA 70130
504.899.8221
www.commanderspalace.com
This high-profile landmark has been synonymous with fine dining in the Crescent City since 1880. The newly renovated mansion of a restaurant is known for outstanding local dishes, impeccable service and décor, and Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring live music.
Mother’s Restaurant
401 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504.523.9656
www.mothersrestaurant.net
Featuring tough-love service and often a line wrapping around the building, Mother’s touts the “World’s Best Baked Ham,” which you can find in about half of their po’boy lineup. Established in 1938, Mother’s has served hundreds of famous folks, whose autographed pictures adorn the walls.
Bayona
430 Dauphine St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
504.525.4455
www.bayona.com
Located in the historic French Quarter, Bayona’s legendary eclectic global dishes by Chef Susan Spicer are savored in a 200-year-old Creole cottage. Bayona offers an unsurpassed wine list and is the perfect place for a romantic, memorable evening.
Galatoire’s Restaurant
209 Bourbon St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504.525.2021
www.galatoires.com
Respected and revered as a jewel of New Orleans. Even after 100 years, the menu of authentic French Creole cuisine remains unchanged—Galatoire’s practically pioneered fine dining in the Crescent City.
Emeril’s New Orleans
800 Tchoupitoulas St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504.528.9393
www.emerils.com
Bam! Emeril’s New Orleans keeps it fresh, offering inventive and delicious specials in a classy, yet casual, atmosphere. Tourists come for the experience, and locals come for a special night out.
BILOXI/GULFPORT
Mr. Greek
1670 Pass Road #H
Biloxi, MS 39531
228.432.7888
The homemade pitas are a major drawing point for this eatery, modest in appearance and price, but exceptional in fare. Though out of the way of most of the area’s casinos, most who have experienced Mr. Greek will agree it’s worth the drive.
The Buffet at Beau Rivage
875 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39530
228.386.7444
www.beaurivage.com
The resort offers an enormous, all-you-can-eat buffet of endless variety. From made-to-order omelets at breakfast, to the Coast’s vast seafood selection, to cuisine from all over the world—you name it, it’s here. The reasonable cost of the meal also includes beer and/or wine at lunch and dinner.
Mary Mahoney’s
110 Rue Magnolia
Biloxi, MS 39530
228.374.0163
www.marymahoneys.com
“Biloxi’s oldest house” was built around 1737, and began serving the Gulf’s finest seafood in 1964. Over the years, Mary Mahoney’s has provided presidents, celebrities, tourists and locals with a culinary and historical experience unmatched in the area.
MOBILE
Wintzell’s Oyster House
605 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL 36602
251.432.4605
www.wintzellsoysterhouse.com
This historic oyster bar was established in 1938, and its original location on Lower Dauphin Street is still serving ‘em—“fried, stewed, or nude.” Wintzell’s menu also boasts award-winning seafood gumbo, voted several times as the best in Mobile.
Felix’s Fish Camp Grill
1530 Battleship Pkwy.
Spanish Ft., AL
251.626.6710
www.felixsfishcamp.com
Situated on beautiful Mobile Bay, Felix’s has seafood, steaks and a great reputation. Locals go to enjoy the view and the live music every night, and the outdoor area is the perfect atmosphere for a party or small gathering.
Spot of Tea
310 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL 36602
251.433.9009
www.spotoftea.net
Locals can’t get enough of Spot of Tea’s creations, from Bananas Foster French Toast to the Eggs Cathedral, a breakfast including scrambled eggs and crab cake topped with a homemade seafood sauce. Located downtown in Cathedral Square, Spot of Tea is now also serving dinner.
GULF SHORES/?ORANGE BEACH
Villaggio Grille
1480 Wharf Pkwy., Ste. 1012
Orange Beach, AL 36545
251.224.6510
www.villaggiogrille.com
Offers fine dining, where patrons can watch their food being cooked over a wood burning stove and grill, as well as an exceptional wine and dessert menu. The Mediterranean/Italian menu is a change of pace from the area’s typical fare, though it does feature unique seafood dishes.
Mikee’s Seafood
2nd Ave., East 1st St.
Gulf Shores, AL
251.948.6452
www.mikeesseafood.com
Delicious and reasonably priced fresh seafood in a family atmosphere. Known for its extensive seafood menu and all-you-can-eat fried mullet dinners on Tuesday and Friday nights, Mikee’s delighted its fans when it reopened after Hurricane Ivan, and with the same menu and specials as before.
Moe’s Original BBQ
25603 Perdido Beach Blvd.
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251.981.7427
www.moesoriginalbbq.com
The little yellow building with the gravel driveway attracts a huge crowd, all vying to get some of the famous BBQ before it’s gone.
PENSACOLA
The Global Grill
25 South Palafox St.
Pensacola, FL 32501
850.469.9966
www.dineglobalgrill.com
This upscale tapas bar and restaurant features items such as Lamb Lollipops and Roasted Duck Breast. Upscale and contemporary, and with great service and atmosphere, Global Grill is the go-to place for a cultural experience.
Lillian’s Pan Pizza
14514 Perdido Key Dr.
Pensacola, FL 32507
850.492.0131
www.lillianspizza.com
Lillian takes a hands-on approach to managing her restaurant. She personally makes her pizza dough each morning from scratch—and guards her secret recipe. The pizzas are loaded with fresh toppings.
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