These are the 10 best restaurants in Bay St. Louis, according to Tripadvisor

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Although smaller than cities like Biloxi and Gulfport, Bay St. Louis has established itself as a tourist destinations and is one of the trendiest spots on the Mississippi Coast.

The Bay, with its New Orleans influence, also has a growing food and dining scene.

Below is a list of the 10 top-rated restaurants, according to travel website Tripadvisor. The list includes local favorites like cafes, bakeries and, of course, seafood.

Starfish Café

“Delicious doesn’t even begin to describe the food,” says one reviewer of the Starfish Café, an American and Greek inspired café. The menu offers a variety of dishes that include pitas, salads and seafood. Reviewers compliment the welcoming atmosphere with “funky décor.” Starfish Café is located at 10408 Mississippi 603.

Starfish Cafe closed its Main Street location and moved into a larger space at the former Cuz’s space on Mississippi 603 in Hancock County, near Interstate 10.
Starfish Cafe closed its Main Street location and moved into a larger space at the former Cuz’s space on Mississippi 603 in Hancock County, near Interstate 10.

Serious Bread Bakery

Serious Bread is a local bakery specializing in freshly-baked breads, muffins, cookies and other pastries. They also make king cakes during Mardi Gras and popular flatbreads infused with garlic, oil and seasonings. The Old Town bakery has a motto: “Breads that are hand crafted with fundamentals of age-old bread making traditions.” Serious Bread Bakery is located 131 Main Street.

Serious Bread in Old Town Bay St. Louis offers fresh-baked breads and pastries along with lunchtime fare like sandwiches and to-go hummus and pimiento cheese.
Serious Bread in Old Town Bay St. Louis offers fresh-baked breads and pastries along with lunchtime fare like sandwiches and to-go hummus and pimiento cheese.

The Blind Tiger

This popular waterfront restaurant has several locations dotted along the Coast, but the original is on the water in Bay Srt Louis. The menu offers various seafood dishes including smoked tuna dip, mahi tacos and royal reds, a reviewer favorite. The Blind Tiger is located at 119 N Beach Boulevard. Louis, MS.

The Blind Tiger in Bay St. Louis was home Saturday to the 4th annual Joes and Pros Tournament
The Blind Tiger in Bay St. Louis was home Saturday to the 4th annual Joes and Pros Tournament

Buttercup Restaurant

This popular breakfast and brunch spot offers a variety of classic American dishes. Options include various omelets, French toasts and sandwiches. Reviewers love the grits and the shrimp omelets. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating, where diners can also bring their dogs.. Those looking for breakfast should get there early. Buttercup is open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is located at 1112 North Second Street.

200 North Beach Restaurant and Bar

Coastal seafood meets traditional steakhouse at this Bay St. Louis eatery. Options include Crawfish cornbread, oysters, seafood gumbo and, of course, steaks. In addition to being open for dinner, they also offer a Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with options that include include Duck Confit, Crawfish Benedict and chicken and waffles. 200 North Beach is located at 200 N. Beach Boulevard.

Mockingbird Café

A local favorite, this popular café offers fresh brewed coffee and tea to go along with breakfast foods and sandwiches, baked goods and cocktails. They are most known for their Mockingburger (beef or veggie), and you can’t beat their biscuts and gravy. You can visit Mockingbird Café at 110 S. 2nd Street.

Laura Hurt, a barista at Mockingbird Cafe in Bay St. Louis, demonstrates how to make latte art on Thursday, September 1, 2016.
Laura Hurt, a barista at Mockingbird Cafe in Bay St. Louis, demonstrates how to make latte art on Thursday, September 1, 2016.
Mockingbird Cafe, owned by Alicein Schwabacher, will be celebrating its 10 year anniversary this month.
Mockingbird Cafe, owned by Alicein Schwabacher, will be celebrating its 10 year anniversary this month.

Sycamore House

Uniquely located in a pair of 19th century Acadian cottages, the Sycamore House offers American and French fusion fair in a “quaint” and “charming” atmosphere with courtyard dinning. Options on the menu include shrimp remoulade, fresh grilled fishes, salads and soups. Reviewers rave about the fish entrees and seafood cheesecake — and don’t look over the pizza. The Sycamore House is located at 210 Main Street.

Trapani’s Eatery

Po-Boys, fried oysters and more are on the menu at this local eatery that boasts flavors of New Orleans. Reviewers love the water views and friendly service. Fan favorites include, the artichoke dip with fried botie pasta, fried crab claws and crawfish etouffee. Trapani’s Eatery is located at 116 N. Beach Boulevard.

A waitress readies the outside patio of Trapani’s for its grand reopening on Wednesday, February 22 2012 in Bay St. Louis. The restaurant opened its doors at 11 a.m. at its original location on Beach Boulevard.
A waitress readies the outside patio of Trapani’s for its grand reopening on Wednesday, February 22 2012 in Bay St. Louis. The restaurant opened its doors at 11 a.m. at its original location on Beach Boulevard.

Grammy’s Donuts

Fresh baked donuts at a reasonable price is a big part of the appeal of Grammy’s Donuts. Opening bright and early daily at 6 a.m., “the donuts are fresh and wonderful,” says one reviewer. In addition, visitors can get croissants, breakfast sandwiches and kolaches. Grammy Donuts is located at 308 U.S. 90.

Cuz’s Old Town Oyster Bar and Grill

Offering po-boys, gumbo, alligator and other grilled bites, this restaurant offers classic coastal cuisine. Reviewers praised the oysters and fried pickles that come in a bar atmosphere. Cuz’s is located at 108 N. Beach Boulevard.

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