For more than a decade, the restaurants at Palace Casino Resort have earned top honors from the readers of Casino Player Magazine, solidifying the resort’s reputation as one of the Gulf Coast’s premier dining destinations. In 2026, the resort once again swept the publication’s prestigious “Best of Dining & Nightlife” awards, earning an impressive collection of first-place victories across multiple categories.
Among the top accolades, Palace Casino Resort captured both Best Overall Dining and Best Service, reflecting the exceptional culinary experiences and hospitality guests have come to expect. The resort’s acclaimed restaurants and lounges also earned top recognition, including:
- Best Steakhouse – Mignon’s Steaks & Seafood
- Best Deli – STACKED Grill
- Best Buffet – Palace Buffet
- Best Desserts – Palace Café & Bakery
- Best Pool Bar – Wahoo’s Poolside Bar & Grill
- Best Bartenders – Mignon’s Lounge
“These awards are validation of the outstanding variety and quality of dining choices available at Palace Casino Resort,” said Director of Food & Beverage Scott Reedy. “We are thrilled to have been recognized by the readers of Casino Player Magazine again this year.”
A Culinary Experience for Every Taste
Dining at Palace Casino Resort offers something for every craving, from upscale fine dining to casual poolside favorites.
At the heart of the resort’s dining scene is Mignon’s Steaks & Seafood, known for its USDA Prime steaks, fresh Gulf seafood, impeccable service, and elegant atmosphere. The restaurant offers a vast wine selection and monthly wine pairing dinner events, making it a standout destination for wine lovers and discerning diners alike. Mignon’s is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday.
For guests seeking hearty comfort food and legendary burgers, STACKED Grill delivers a menu packed with grain-fed Black Angus burgers, specialty sandwiches, fresh salads, and breakfast favorites served all day. The restaurant has even been recognized among Mississippi’s Top 10 Best Burgers by the Mississippi Beef Council.
Meanwhile, Palace Buffet continues to impress guests with its expansive selection of freshly prepared cuisine. Featuring four live-action cooking stations, diners can enjoy everything from grilled prime rib and Southern comfort classics to seafood specialties and made-to-order Mongolian BBQ creations. The buffet’s interactive experience and endless variety have made it a longtime favorite among Gulf Coast visitors.
Relax Poolside at Wahoo’s
When it comes to casual coastal dining, Wahoo’s Poolside Bar & Grill remains one of Biloxi’s favorite gathering spots. Often called “Biloxi’s coolest little watering hole,” Wahoo’s is famous for serving the Coast’s Best Bushwhackers alongside a menu of nachos, smoked tuna dip, boiled shrimp, wraps, burgers, and refreshing cocktails.
Set beside the beautifully landscaped resort pool overlooking Biloxi’s Back Bay and Palace Marina, Wahoo’s offers the perfect atmosphere to unwind after work, relax after a day on the water, or enjoy weekend gatherings with friends. Open seasonally.
Sweet Treats and Fresh Coffee
Guests looking for a quick bite or decadent dessert can stop by Palace Café & Bakery, where freshly baked pastries, cookies, cakes, fruit tarts, gourmet coffees, sandwiches, and salads are available daily. Whether grabbing breakfast on the go or indulging a sweet tooth, the café provides the perfect finishing touch to the Palace dining experience.
A Gulf Coast Dining Leader
With nine first-place awards and continued recognition from Casino Player Magazine readers, Palace Casino Resort has once again proven why it remains one of the Gulf Coast’s top culinary destinations. From fine dining and buffet to poolside cocktails and bakery treats, the resort offers a dining experience as diverse as it is award-winning.
At Palace Casino Resort, variety truly is the spice of life—and guests continue to vote it the best place on the Coast to enjoy it all.
