– just a few blocks from the town’s popular strip that is Beach Blvd. For those familiar with the layout of Gulfport, The Pearl is located off of 28th Ave S near 58th St S. The Pearl has added a whole new dimension to the dining scene in Gulfport and they’ve definitely been welcomed with open arms. One of the best aspects of the Pearl’s arrival in Gulfport is that the food is unlike any other establishment in the small town. The beloved menu, created by chef and owner Karim, fortunately remained the same with a focus on elevated seafood, Mediterranean mains, Moroccan specialties and many other intriguing options like their wide-array of appetizers and enticing entrees like camel. This new location of theirs possesses a cozy and intimate dining room (similar to that of their original location) as well as a covered outdoor seating area which is idyllic for calm and balmy evenings. The Pearl, which specializes in Mediterranean cuisine with an upscale but casual vibe, has been busy settling into their new spot over the course of the past few months. In the fall of 2022, The Pearl moved into a cozy new home close to the heart, in quaint, but growing Gulfport, FL. The restaurant earned a wonderful reputation and became a favorite to many local diners. Be sure to follow Hookin’ Ain’t Easy on Facebook for day-of specials and catches.įor many years, The Pearl Restaurant’s fine dining establishment operated out of Treasure Island. Pop in for a meal or to chef it up at home! Either way, you will be surprised at the freshness that Hookin’ Ain’t Easy has to offer. They have live music every day they’re open to go with the beachy vibe. Like I said before, this is a great local spot for great seafood in a casual setting. They have everything you can hope for, and more. Before you leave, pop into the market to pick up some seafood to make at home. I have also heard great things about the wings which I can’t wait to try. ![]() It was still great to nibble on and the BBQ sauce really was one to remember. ![]() I bet if we would have started with the Pulled Pork Sandwich, it would have been amazing, but we messed up. I have to admit, we were busy cracking open the Stone Crabs and enjoying the Smoked Wahoo Dip that by the time we were ready to eat the Pulled Pork Sandwich, it had become a little dried out. We tried the Pulled Pork Sandwich and it was massive. Hookin’ Aint Easy is obviously a seafood eatery and this may shock you, but they also have some BBQ on the menu with a smoker on site, house-made BBQ sauce from a family recipe, and more. Add some hot sauce for the ultimate bite. Pete for its high quality and obvious hand craftedness. It’s probably the freshest fish dip I’ve had in St. ![]() I would recommend ordering it spicy for a nice kick and more flavor. Anything on the menu, including this freshly prepared Smoked Wahoo Fish Dip, is soon to become a favorite. The fries were perfection, crispy and salted just right. You must order the house-made remoulade sauce. I ordered it blackened and really loved it but I must say the seasoning was heavy and salty which, if I had ordered a beer or something more refreshing than water, it would have been a solid pairing. Served blackened or fried and with a side of fries, you can’t go wrong either way. Though Hookin’ Ain’t Easy has only been open for 10 months, locals already know it’s the place to visit for one of the best grouper sandwiches in St. In fact, he catches mostly everything on the menu and if it’s not him, he knows the fisherman who did by name. The Stone Crab Claws are fresh and caught by the owner, Matthew. ![]() The other option is the Claw Dinner which comes with fries and coleslaw. Get cracking and dunk these meaty claws into butter for the best you’ve ever had. Let’s dive right into the food and what you absolutely must order: Stone Crab Claws (while in season – October 15 through May 1 in 2023). His words, not mine, but nonetheless, hilarious. Also he’s hilarious as he was showing me around and telling me that he catches the majority of the seafood on the menu and knows where everything comes from, he called himself a “busy hooker”. Matthew, the owner is passionate, friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is relaxed and friendly neighborhood-like as you order from a food truck and listen to live music either on a picnic table or at the tiki bar. No matter how you like your seafood, Hookin’ Ain’t Easy is one of the best seafood restaurants in St. Or, visit their market for an array of fresh seafood from grouper, shrimp, octopus, and so much more, seriously so much. The cafe is the perfect spot for a laid back and delightful seafood meal while soaking up the sun and live music. Hookin’ Ain’t Easy definitely deserves your attention while they’re making spectacular waves in the seafood scene in St.
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