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DINING THIRTY-TWO ADDRESS
Half-Roasted Chicken.
850 Bayview Ave., Biloxi
CONTACT
228.436.3000
WEBSITE
www.ipbiloxi.boydgaming. com/dine/thirty-two-ip
HOURS
Fri & Sat, 5-11 p.m.
Wed, Thurs, & Sun, 5-10 pm. Mon & Tues, closed
42 | March 2025
story and photos by Kimberly C. Rasmussen
High atop the IP Casino Resort Spa’s hotel tower sits thirty-two, my favorite restaurant on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. I’ve had the honor of dining at many incredible restaurants, but for me, thirty-two takes the top spot – literally. Its ambiance, view, staff, and, of course, its food make it a standout. An award- winning restaurant, thirty-two brings an elevated experience to the Coast while staying true to its coastal roots in every way. At the helm of this gastronomic steeple is Chef Matthew Kallinikos.
Chef Kallinikos is a gem in the coastal food scene. Having cooked at home since age nine and professionally since 14, he always knew his place was in the kitchen. He and his wife, Patti – executive pastry chef at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino – are a culinary powerhouse, planning trips and vacations around meals. His experiences at other restaurants have shaped his love of food and
his ability to nourish patrons. He embraces the science behind good cooking, explaining that understanding the theory of food allows one to create almost anything – and create, he does.
The thirty-two menu is carefully curated and changes with the seasons. Ingredients are sourced locally whenever possible, with careful consideration given to each dish. From the start, I knew I was about to indulge. Appetizers such as tuna carpaccio and braised rabbit cacciatore showcased ingredients like fresh tuna, yuzu pearls, and watermelon radish, as well as tender braised rabbit in a red wine sauce atop house-made garganelli pasta.
The soup sampler was a highlight, offering the perfect tasting of duck www.smliving.net | SOUTH MISSISSIPPI Living