According to documents filed with the City of Gulfport, the restaurant will include 171 seats across the 2nd and 3rd levels.
Because the property lies within a flood zone, FEMA regulations require the restaurant’s first floor to be elevated at least 12 feet above the base flood elevation.
As a result, the ground level will function primarily as covered parking, offering 11 on-site spaces along with an elevator lobby and service access.
Even with its elevated design, Surf Shack’s proposed height of 39 feet 4 inches remains below the city’s 45-foot height limit for the property.
The second level will contain 104 seats, including nine bar seats, plus the kitchen and restrooms.
The third floor will include 67 seats, with 10 at the bar, along with a covered balcony featuring lounge-style seating and greenery for outdoor dining and drinks.