Chandeleur Depot Brewpub
Brewpub opening in restored 1904 Pascagoula train station. Features elevated bar menu by Michelin-recommended Chef Austin Sumrall, 12 beers on tap from Chandeleur Island Brewing Company, full bar, arcade, and brewing room. Soft opening expected within weeks pending liquor license approval. Co-owned by Joe Cloyd and Cam and Cain Roberds.
The Downtowner
Southern breakfast and lunch cafe led by Robert St. John of New South Restaurant Group, opening in the remodeled Triplett-Day Drug Co. building in downtown Gulfport. Menu features fried chicken, blue plate specials, Southern sides, breakfast items, and pastries from Loblolly Bakery. Owner stated they are ‘just days away from opening’ as of May 28, […]
Natcheesian
Pizza and daiquiri restaurant opening June 15, 2026 in Downtown Natchez at the corner of Franklin and Commerce streets. Features a 5,500-pound Italian brick oven, 10 daiquiri machines, New York-style and southern-twist pizzas. Split into family-friendly and adult bar sides. Owner Mamie Henry moved from New Orleans and trained at Goodfellas Pizza School on Staten […]
Lancaster’s
Family-owned homestyle restaurant opening a second location inside Hotel Whiskey in Long Beach, MS. New location will add fresh seafood and a full bar to their existing menu. Part of a $6M+ boutique hotel development. Will also provide room service for the hotel.
Chandeleur Depot Brewpub
Brewpub opening in restored 1904 Pascagoula train station. Features elevated bar menu by Michelin-recommended Chef Austin Sumrall, 12 beers on tap from Chandeleur Island Brewing Company, full bar, arcade, and brewing room. Soft opening expected within weeks pending liquor license approval. Co-owned by Joe Cloyd and Cam and Cain Roberds.
The Downtowner
Southern breakfast and lunch cafe led by Robert St. John of New South Restaurant Group, opening in the remodeled Triplett-Day Drug Co. building in downtown Gulfport. Menu features fried chicken, blue plate specials, Southern sides, breakfast items, and pastries from Loblolly Bakery. Owner stated they are ‘just days away from opening’ as of May 28, […]
Ruben’s
Ruben’s seafood and steakhouse is reopening after closing in August. Partnership between Frank Loftis and Artie Sutherland. Building getting upgrades including new commercial kitchen. Will start with lunch menu, expand to dinner later.
Jobu Tiki & Sushi Bar
New combination tiki bar and sushi restaurant featuring Asian-inspired rolled sushi, hibachi, local and international seafood, themed cocktails, rum selection, and sake. Will have immersive tiki decor with live music stage designed like a dock, exterior deck with games and service bar. Named after the idol from Major League movie.
Neighbors Tap & Table
TikTok personality Your Barefoot Neighbor (Matthew Bounds) is opening a brick-and-mortar restaurant featuring eclectic small plates and shareables, with viral recipes as daily specials. Located in a renovated 100-year-old historic building in downtown Gulfport.
2 Crazy Fellas
Cajun restaurant concept opening second location in Delta Landing mixed-use development. Construction began in December 2025, with nearly completed restaurant space showing ‘coming soon’ sign.