November 17, 2025 by Morgan Wujkowski

Thanksgiving cornucopia with pumpkins and vegetablesThanksgiving cornucopia with pumpkins and vegetables Enjoy Thanksgiving in Gulfport this holiday season.
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I think hosting Thanksgiving is a chore. The thought of basting a bird for hours in 80-degree weather is enough to make me call it quits before the holiday even begins. This year, if you don’t feel like cooking (or worse, doing all of those dishes), Gulfport restaurants are serving up traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all of the fixings. Whether you’re looking for dine-in options with the family or takeout to eat in the comfort of home, here’s where to find Thanksgiving dinner this season. 

At the time of this publishing, these are the restaurants we are aware of who will offer Thanksgiving dinner. If there is a business we missed, please email cameron@thegabber.com so we can add them to the list. 

The Pearl Restaurant

Make your reservations now because The Pearl Restaurant is hosting an upscale Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving day. For $39 per person, you can enjoy an elegant menu by Chef Karim Chiadmi. Dinner features a house salad, turkey, gravy, yams, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and cranberry relish. As far as we know, dessert is not included, and the price does not include alcohol. But you are guaranteed an exquisitely prepared meal to share and will be treated as part of the family.

5802 28th Ave. S. thepearlfinedining.com; 727-360-9151.

Funky Flamingo Gulfport 

For a low-key takeout option, hit up Funky Flamingo in Gulfport. The full Thanksgiving dinner includes turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, dinner roll, and dessert. If you’ve never enjoyed Anita’s dishes before, you’re in for a treat. Everything is prepared with love and even better, it won’t break the bank. At $13.90, it’s the least expensive Thanksgiving dinner we’ve found in the area. Call to reserve your dinner and pick up orders Thanksgiving day 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

1418 58th St. S. 727-873-3478.

Jax In and Out

Known for her homestyle cooking and commitment to the community, Jax is offering full Thanksgiving dinner at her restaurant Jax in and Out. On Thanksgiving day, enjoy your dinner 12-4 p.m. at the restaurant, or take it to go. Each dinner is $23.99 and includes baked turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, roll with butter, and pumpkin bread for dessert. Reservations are required, so don’t delay!

4928 Gulfport Blvd. S. jaxinandout.com; 727-252-9943.

Comfort Café

Those seeking a southern comfort Thanksgiving, look no further than Comfort Café. This adorable eatery is known for their laid-back breakfasts but this year, they’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner 12-4 p.m. For $25, dinner includes turkey, stuffing (with apples and cranberries), mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, yams, cranberry salad, a dinner roll, pumpkin pie, and a soft drink. Reservations, while not required, are highly recommended.

5808 28th Ave. S. 727-317-3674.

Outside of Gulfport 

If you’re willing to travel outside the ZIP code, Mazzaro’s and DeCosmo Italian Market both offer crowd-pleasing holiday spreads. Cool Vibes Pub & Grub is an inexpensive Thanksgiving option in Kenneth City, and Sea Dogs Treasure Island has you covered for dinner on the beach. 

Raise a glass to another sunny Thanksgiving on the Gulf and be thankful for all of our local, holiday flavor.

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