McElroy's Harbor House

I came over to Biloxi to casino hop for the day and was desperate for a steak and some shrimp. I haven't been back to the coast much since I moved over 10 years ago, so I wasn't familiar with many newer places in the area. But one place I knew was McElroy's. My mother and father loved this place when I was a kid. I hadn't had breakfast the day I came, so I was pretty hungry. Starting out I ordered crab cakes. These were so delicious because they weren't covered in breading and deep fried. Not were they filled with bread and other filler. These two crab cakes were all meat! And they were so juicy and spicy, paired with the dipping sauce it was divine! The only steak they had on their menu was a 12 ounce ribeye and while that's not my favorite cut of meat, it was melt in your mouth perfection! I usually enjoy A1 steak sauce on my choice cut but the seasoning on this steak combined with how well it was cooked, was exactly what I was craving. The grilled shrimp I added were gulf shrimp and that's a big plus ! I can't stand farm raised icky bottom bugs. The view I had overlooking the water made the experience the best of the day, considering I lost the money I came with at the casinos. My server was incredibly sweet and attentive too! Thank you Ms Connie!

What can I say I've traveled around the world in some of the most famous spots and I have met some of the most elite people I do have to say this is one of the best places to eat in Biloxi. Foods always good the drinks are superb very tasteful the place is usually got business in it which is a great sign for me and I leave their feeling happy. Be prepared to sit for at least 45 minutes thank you for reviewing my post.

Definitely worth a visit. Deck seating provides a great opportunity to spot a dolphin or two playing. Food was delicious. Wife enjoyed the Crab Claw Platter, with plenty of leftovers. If you’re thinking of fish, I highly recommend the Snapper Filet, topped with Cajun Cream Sauce and Lump Crab- falls into one of my top five best fish dishes. Our server was incredible! In fact, during our winter stay, we’ve visited several times in which the staff was undoubtedly above par compared to all the other local restaurants we visited.

Stopped by feeling hungry. Got a harbor salad with tuna and fries. Yes, it was good. After eating a great meal at a good price. We paid and left with a feeling of satisfaction. Will surely be back again.

The service was excellent & efficient. The waitress was well mannered, timely, offered suggestions, explained dishes on menu. THE DAILY MANAGER CAME TO THE TABLE ,GREETED US. EVEN OFFERED TO TAKE A PICTURE OF THE GROUP, WITH A PICTURESQUE VIEW AT THE TABLE WINDOW. VERY WELL MANNERED, ACCOMMODATING, ASKED HOW WAS OUR MEALS,anything we Additionallyneeded....The restaurant was clean and comfortable. The restooms were clean, hand soap & hot water, napkins available. OVERALL A GREAT DINING EXPERIENCE ,VERY SATISFIED WITH SERVICE & FOOD ENTREES. YOU WILL BE GLAD TO MAKE A VISIT. REASONABLE & FAIR PRICES.

This is def one of our favorite places to eat. I suggest the charbroiled oysters and whole broiled flounder. Their gumbo is as good as some of the most famous places in New Orleans too. We actually have driven the three hours down to Biloxi just to eat at McElroys.

If you’re rollin’ down Beach Boulevard and see this big ol’ seafood shack propped up like it’s tryin’ to dodge the next hurricane—pull over. That’s McElroy’s Harbor House, and brother, that place is a goddang institution. Ain’t just another tourist trap slingin’ frozen fish sticks. Naw, this place has roots. The McElroys start small—1957, root beer stand in Biloxi, probably with some poor fella sweatin’ behind a counter and prayin’ the ice machine holds out. Fast forward to ’72, they scoop up a little snack shack down at the harbor, just rebuilt after Hurricane Camille tried to send the whole Coast to Jesus. Then in ’74, Mickey and Jane McElroy do the damn thing—they crank out a full-blown seafood joint, right on the water, just like God and Jimmy Buffett intended. It runs strong for decades till Hurricane Katrina shows up in 2005 and wrecks the place like a drunk uncle at a wedding. But the McElroys ain’t quitters. In 2012, they come back stronger, higher—literally. They raise the whole damn building 29 feet up like it’s Moses partin’ the floodwaters. Now it’s got the best view in town of Deer Island and every shrimp boat with a cracked hull and a story to tell. Alright, here’s the play: Starter: Chargrilled Oysters. They come out still hissin’, ridin’ shotgun on a cast iron plate that smells like heaven got a Cajun cook. They’re sittin’ in a shallow pool of butter, garlic, and parmesan so rich you’d think it owns oil rights. The edges of the oyster get all crispy and golden, but the middle stays silky like it’s whisperin’ sweet nothings to your arteries. You sop that juice up with the French bread they throw on the side and suddenly you’re speakin’ in tongues. Main Course: Shrimp Po’ Boy, Fully Dressed, With Fries. They ain’t skimpin’. Whole damn baguette jammed with golden-fried Gulf shrimp that still taste like the ocean whispered a secret to ‘em. Lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayo so thick it’s practically a dairy product. One bite and the whole thing tries to fall apart in your hands—like it knows it’s too beautiful for this world. Comes with a pile of fries that are hot, salty, and fried just this side of crispy, like they know they’re just backup dancers to the main act. They don’t just serve seafood—they serve a show. You sit out on that deck lookin’ over Biloxi Beach, watchin’ shrimp boats cruise by while seagulls scream at you like tiny, feathered meth addicts. Inside, it’s got that old-school Gulf Coast feel—wood beams, salty air, and a waitress who calls you “baby” like she’s been doin’ it since Vietnam. Locals, tourists, sunburned gamblers from the casinos—it don’t matter. Everybody eats happy here. Bottom line: McElroy’s Harbor House ain’t just good—it’s grandpa-told-me-about-it good. If you’re anywhere near Biloxi and you don’t stop here, I’m honestly just worried about your decision-making skills. 📍 Location & Hours • Address: 695 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530 • Phone: (228) 435-5001 • Hours: Monday–Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM • Lunch Specials: Monday–Friday: 11 AM – 2 PM • Closed on Sundays

This place has been around for years and was rebuilt after the hurricane. They have a great view of the harbor and the area and Islands in Biloxi. They set way up, like 20 ft above the parking lot. As far as the food it was very good and our waitress Alexis took good care of us. I especially want to call out the pecan smash dessert which was tasty and shared around all of us because it was too much for one person. The restaurant that sells had a good staff of waiters and waitresses who were bustling about taking care of the customers pyramid we got there about 4:30 so it was a little early and not very crowded but it filled up. This is one of those places you should definitely try when you're in Biloxi.

Grabbing a quick bite while we wait for our shrimp boat ride. Cool place with really nice views. Pretty busy too! Standard seafood fare. Grabbed a half sandwich and cup of gumbo. Large portion and very tasty. Cool laid back kinda place. Would like to come back and check out a sunset from here.

I think it's about the worst seafood restaraunt I've ever been to. The place looked interesting from the outside, reviews seemed alright so I thought I'd give it a try. Everything was super bland. You were basically just ordering for texture. The batter they used for the fried mushrooms was weird. The raw oysters were less than mid, not to mention the server hardly knew anything about oysters.. I couldn't bring myself to ask for a takeout box. At its best, the food was edible, or boring. Seems like a tourist trap restaraunt more than anything else The quality of food should amount to its price, but here I find its price greater than its quality

Wtf is going on here. Had to wait very long time for food and we had a toddler. Very unpleasant. Waitress in tears. People getting food around us had been there less time. I think it's time managers and ownership went to work at Lowe's and sold the restaurant. There are too many restaurants and this is one of the excess. A total mess. Also the food sucks. Not a chance I would come back even if it were free. Nice view though.

Beat smoked fish dip on the gulf coast!! Grilled shrimp were perfect. Views are spectacular and the service is always great!

Excellent views, food and service ! We will be back for sure. Had the pork chop and collard greens and baked potato

Our first time here for lunch on Memorial Day Monday. Very friendly and helpful staff, our server Kim was great with our questions and offered excellent recommendations. My wife got the gumbo as a starter and it was maybe the best I've had. We both order the Half and Half with catfish and shrimp. It was delicious and the portions were ample. We share the key lime pie dessert - fabulous ! We enjoyed our visit and will be back !!

Great location and friendly staff. Best happy hour oysters. Oysters were huge but for some reason tasted bland.

We sat at the bar for lunch and everything was delicious and staff super nice. Oysters are the best.

Food is not worth it Service is just ok Ambiance is the best thing it has going with the view of the water and Deer Island close by Po boys the worst ones in Biloxi almost every other Po boy place beats them hands down.

We planned to just stop in for a drink, but we ended up sharing the broiled scallops and were surprised by how generous the portion size was. They were so good!! Our server was absolutely hilarious and they had a solid drink selection. Great view of course!

Not too shabby ! Appetizer of crab cakes- quite good ! Went with harbor house special for dinner. Fish was great - large portions. Really decent margarita. Stephanie- our server was really good and very funny . Semi fairly priced.

McElroy's was recommended by the concierge at our hotel and I'm glad we went. The views were amazing! Our waiter Devin was very knowledgeable of the items on the menu, kept our drinks filled and checked on us often. He did a great job. We ordered grilled flounder and popcorn shrimp. We chose the flounder filet. It was grilled and seasoned nicely. The popcorn shrimp were just that. I wish I would have ordered the tail on Gulf shrimp. The hush puppies have jalapeños in them and were too spicy for me. All the food came out hot. Salad dressings tasted made in house. The prices were reasonable for the portion sizes.

I joined my daughter's family for Happy Hour on the covered deck overlooking the bay outside because it was too windy to sit at the tables outside the uncovered area. Two servers approached us, but only 1 spoke and told us her name while the other just stared. It was awkward, until a few minutes into the conversation, the quiet one said the other server was a trainee. Things then got confusing because both started taking orders. There were 2 local draft beers I was considering until they said they were out of both. I ordered a dozen fresh oysters and crab cakes appetizer. I asked to bring out the crab cakes after I ate the oysters, but they came out at the same time, as did everyone's orders of appetizers and entrees! The oysters were fresh, but not briny, so a little lacking in flavor. The 2 sautéed crab cakes had lots of crab, but all I could taste was mustard that overpowered any crab flavor - very disappointing. There are better places for oysters and crab cakes in Gulfport!

We visit when in Biloxi quick as a walk from our hotel. A large open seating area let us enjoy the gulf and the great weather. They have a nice lunch menu today Tiki Hubby and I shared the house salad with blackened shrimp what a bargain for $15.00 large iceberg salad with tomato, cheese, hard boiled egg, bacon, croutons covered with hot blackened shrimp and creamy rich ranch on the side. Plenty for the two of us for lunch. Kami our server was outstanding. View was delightful.

If you are looking for a spot with a beautiful view and to have a drink (a bottled beer) this is your spot. This is an elevated restaurant so you get a great look out where you can se the water and the boats, the staff are nice but I hate to say that about where it ends. We came on a Tuesday afternoon during lunch. We were seated quickly and I started by asking if they had any specials. I was met with a "sorry no" but after reviewing the menu, they have a whole lunch menu (which in my parts would be considered special as it's only M-F). We ordered a margarita and got the poboy and gumbo as well as the catfish with a salad and broccoli., that also came with hush puppies. The margarita came to the table and as the server was approaching I kept thinking who ordered lemonade (it was electric yellow). He placed it on the table and one taste and it was off (very sour). He was kind enough to take it back and we opted to get a bottled beer. The food came to the table shortly and what surprised me was the poboy looked to have more fish than the catfish plate. Here's the disappointing part - although on the menu it stated that the catfish is farm raised, it tasted muddy and like it was frozen. The fish had NO SEASONING and the bread was meh at best. The broccoli looked like it was frozen and then over cooked, the hush puppies were dense and oily and the lettuce in the salad needs a rougher chop as it was big strips of lettuce tossed in the bowl. The gumbo needs some love as well but I will say it had a variety of items in it (rice, sausage and shrimp). Maybe I expected too much from the previous reviews or that they were near the water and have been around for years but I can definitely say this is a one and done.

Oh, wow! Can't wait to come back to McElroy's. First, location: sitting above the marina watching the boats in the Biloxi Bay & Gulf. Beautiful views. Secondly, the food: The shrimp & grits should be their signature dish. This was a new version of this classic dish for me. Fried grit cakes COVERED in grilled shrimp, fresh grated Parmesan, and a creamy sauce. The crispy outer shell of the grit cakes with the smooth, creamy inner grits covered in deliciously seasoned cream sauce. My mouth is watering again just describing it. Half & half platter of fried oysters & shrimp, hush puppies, hand-cut fries, & coleslaw was also quite tasty. Last, but not least, the service was exceptional. Keith was very friendly & attentive. Hostess was sweet when purchasing a souvenir shirt on the way out also. Don't pass this place up.

We had the fishermans platter fried Nothing spectacular. Lots of breading. Server was attentive and very nice. They have no draft beer and for me that. Is a must with my seafood. The tuna dip was ok. Just passing through. Nothing noteworthy except the view of the bay.

We had a nice experience here. Our waiter was friendly and efficient, and the food was very good. We had the gumbo, shrimp poboy, and stuffed mushrooms. I definitely recommend this place for the food and the view!

Let's face it you are here for the view because it is amazing. The décor doesn't really match with the view because it's more like a Greek restaurant but that's okay. They have a lunch special and that's what I got - the half shrimp po'boy with the gumbo. I could not imagine a whole sandwich because the half was plentiful. Shrimp was done with a nice southern breading and the sandwich was properly dressed. Gumbo was on par and better than average. The service was quick and friendly - our server was very sweet. Cocktails were refreshed - overall a great experience.

We enjoy the oysters here and the view! The gumbo is good as well as many other items on the menu.

We are here for the weekend and saw this restaurant on our way to Hard Rock Hotel. We sat down for a while (about 20 minutes) and my friend had to get someone to service us and take our order. After they realized the oversight, they were very apologetic. I ordered the crab dip and we decided to share the seafood platter. Everything was delicious. The food was seasoned very well and was fresh. It was a good choice since we wanted fresh gulf seafood. The portions were more than enough so we took some home. The next day, the food was still tasty. Yummy! Not only was the food good but the view is nice too.

Food was great had the gumbo soup, a very plentiful bowl ..enough for two . Mushrooms stuffed with crabmeat in a Parmesan sauce could Have ate two servings so good . Also the shrimp po boy loaded with shrimp. Service was excellent waitress very helpful. As an added bonus we were there for the sunset absolutely spectacular. Highly recommended. The staff made sure we did not miss the sunset. I would give them a 10.*******

We watched the sun go down from the deck. Everything was delicious. We will be back. Service was very good. We got a quart of gumbo to take home. This is a must if you are in Biloxi.

My wife and I ordered the chargrilled oysters and they were outstanding! The oysters were tender, juicy and a little bit of smoke made them incredible. We ordered the grilled mahi for an entree and we were disappointed. The fish was overcooked and dry. In all fairness due to time constraints we did not complain to give them a chance to make it right which i am sure they would have.

Important Highlights GOOD: Wonderful service, amazing water views and generally solid, fresh seafood BAD - We ordered many items. The tuna dip came with wrapped saltines rather than a crusty bread (latter preferred) The crab cake sandwich needed more grilling, it was very soft McElroy's Harbor House was very enjoyable. The food was overall very good but the STAR was the view. The roof top dining offers several amazing angles of the marina and open water - a must if you go Our server was very friendly and sweet. We loved the chili grilled shrimp, the cold shrimp and the oysters. If you get the crab cake sandwich, go for fried to get the good crunch. McElroy's should be on your list while in Bioloxi.

My wife and I ate here twice last week. We had raw oysters and. charbroiled oysters. The second visit we had crab claws, shrimp and salads. All dishes were very good. The service was also good. They are celebrating their 50th anniversary and have raw oysters at half price. If you like seafood you will love this place. If not stop in and gave a burger. You won't be disappointed!!!

Table was amazing, the server, Jasmine was amazing and the meal was more than amazing. This is now my favorite seafood restaurant in Biloxi!! Thank you!!!!

I used to come here a lot before Covid and it was great then. Came back a couple weeks ago and it was okay. The portions have gone done sooo much. Now I will say their firecracker shrimp was so good. That is what's saving this review.

The atmosphere was sticky. The air was sticky. The tables were sticky. Air circulation was poor. It smelled musty.We had fried shrimp and oysters. The food was greasy and over cooked. Our selections came with a salad. The "salad" was warm and soggy. Best and only reason I gave it 2 stars was, is that the service was good and the servers were very kind.

The food was spectacular. The fish was cooked perfect and the SEASONING WAS PERFECT OMG!!! Service was great. Ambience, not many people view of bots and ocean.

Service was great. Crab claws were tasty and cooked well. CrabCAKE Biloxi cost $30 and came with 1 crabby patty. This 1 was the least favorable from all the places I had. A lot of shells in the 1 cake. Key lime Colada was really good.

The waitress was awesome. The food was alright. The view and atmosphere was awesome. Definitely recommend!

This experience was very much anticipated as we celebrate another great trip around the Sun for my husband! The hostess was lovely as my husband excused himself to wash his hands, I was given several choices. I picked a corner table with a view, while chatting with hostess I said it was his birthday she said they would bring a brownie... i said we don't like the attention and she says , they never sing... cool, thanked her and looked forward. The restaurant is kept up nicely in a maritime aged theme. The thing is you notice it very little because of the amazing view... The appetizer selection was nothing unique except for the chargrilled oysters! They were new to me and they were tasty with an unique texture. Now we move to entrees with cups of gumbo (up charge) as a side for us, and blackened entrees. Most items can be fried, blackened, grilled etc. Hubby had the platter (blackened) that boasts a large portion of various items. Crab cakes were creamy and delicious. The scallops were tender and flavorful. Along with gulf shrimp and catfish... which was also my entree in the half and half. Excellent! Our cocktails were layered, beautifully presented, but they took a while to get to the table. We had the oysters and we were enjoying the gumbo when they finally arrived. At the conclusion 5 employees come singing loudly to our table. I am sure I looked shocked, and hubby smiled, a lot. Hostess came up but the song was almost over! Apparently this was a new experience for hubby and he really liked it. We all had a good laugh!!! This is a pricey restaurant with many entrees I would like to try in the future. Definitely a place worth trying!

This was a nice place. You get nice views. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, stuffed mushrooms, harbor plate and the half and half with grilled scallops and grilled oysters. The sides were potato salad, broccoli and baked potato. To drink I had the gulf punch and my home girl had the peach daiquiri. I enjoyed the tomatoes, the mushrooms were ok, the grilled scallops were delicious, the potato salad was good and it had eggs in it (which I love). The broccoli was seasoned. My home girl enjoyed her red snapper blackened. The daiquiri was weak and mostly ice. I will say the gulf punch was good but alright now my head is swimmy. Customer service was great when we walked in and our waitress Miranda was fabulous.

Great place to enjoy your meal overlooking the harbor. Great friendly staff. Delicious gumbo!

Busy place! Our server was knowledgeable and patient with our questions. Being from the Midwest, I didn't know what Argentinian Reds were. They were the special and that is what I ordered. They were delicious! Very buttery but the garlic toast soaked up the rich shrimp sauce. Great place to eat...there were other tempting menu items so we will need to come back and try them soon. I loved the crab wall hanging made from beer bottle caps and we had a table looking out at the Gulf. Nice!

Simple and straightforward nothing fancy, if this is what you want then McElroy's should work. Had the fried shrimp platter, just a little spice in the batter, fries and hush puppies were simple and plenty. Service was great and the sunset view was perfect.

Our server Allen was great. The food was awesome fresh and seasoned perfectly. The view was spectacular

My husband and I took our daughters to grab a late supper on a Tuesday night. The kids were worn out and grumpy. The staff was great and brought out snacks while we were waiting for our food. They were friendly and accommodating throughout our visit. The food was delicious. It was still light outside when we got there and the view was very nice. We walked out noting that we would definitely be back when we're in the area again.

I was interested in trying here due to my uncle coming here before they relocated and said he couldn't find a better seafood restaurant since. When we went I couldn't believe how much better the food was than any place in Mobile. The waitress we had was either hiding her true feelings or she was genuinely happy to work here. I can say I'm glad where they relocated to the sunset on the water was breathtaking. I can't wait to go back

Food is excellent every time. Flounder is our favorite. Seafood gumbo delicious. Shrimp and grits was very good. Service was helpful and attentive. On the water. A little difficult for handicapped but worth the effort. There is an elevator but a long ramp to get there. Still it's well worth it.

great place to sit outside and watch the boats. the service is fast and friendly but the food has really declined. i remember when this was a great location to get fresh seafood. bagged lettuce , bland gumbo and fried shrimp that taste as if they have been fried in old grease do not make for a great experience. very disappointed

The crab claws and the salad was good. I asked for grilled shrimp on my platter and everything was fried. The shrimp and grits were not good at all. My husband asked for sweet tea but got water instead. Our server was nice and polite.

Great oysters and scallops and fries. Also had cup of gumbo. Side salad could be jazzed up a little with different kinds of lettuce instead of iceberg only. Very good service.

We were all pleased with our food. Was a little higher priced than I liked. Each person averaged $35. Our waitress was excellent. Dark haired lady. Very tentative but not in your face. How a waitress is suppose to be. The decor was mediocre. Little more imagination would bring it to the next level. Clean which is what was important. Music was pretty good. You'd feel comfortable dressed however. I'd take my friends here. ‍

A Biloxi staple. You need the gumbo and any red fish platter. Bloody Mary is another must. The crab fondue was incredibly rich and served with fried pita chips (Southern style!). I *had* to order some chargrilled oysters and I'm glad I did. I recommend ordering a dozen vs a half dozen as the price isn't much more for the full dozen ... and you'll probably eat them all anyway. ;-) If it's not too windy, ask to sit outside by the water to catch a closer view of the boats coming in and out of the marina. The atmosphere is very laid back at McElroy's so bring the whole family.

The food was overcooked which made my shrimp tough and rubbery! My hush puppies were like rocks. My salad wasn't impressive. Overpriced food for nothing!

Always great seafood When they found out it was Dad's 85th Birthday they surprised us w dessert . Very nice staff, the view is amazing . Fast service

Enjoyed a great night out sitting by the window overlooking the Christmas light boat parade. The food was excellent, and Connie exceeded our expectations. She was very attentive to our needs. Refreshing to know there are still places to dine out that customer service is #1. We will be back.