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DINING THE CLUB AT DIAMONDHEAD
Ahi Tuna
Front of House Manager Tanya Bennett,
Chef Mikey Turan and Waitress Shannon Whalen
ADDRESS
7600 Country Club Cir. Diamondhead
CONTACT
228.255.2918
WEBSITE
www.theclubatdiamondhead.com
HOURS
Mon & Tues, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wed & Thurs, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri & Sat, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.;
Sun, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
story and photos by Anne Pitre
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At The Club at Diamondhead, there’s something for every appetite. Latitude
30 offers casual, come-as-you-are dining every day of the week, complete with a lively atmosphere and views of the driving range. But from Thursday through Sun- day, the lights dim, the tempo slows, and the doors to The Oak Room open—in- viting guests into a fine dining experience that feels both elevated and welcoming. It’s the kind of place that delivers old-school club sophistication with a modern Gulf Coast sensibility—refined, yes, but never pretentious.
To begin, you do not have to be a mem- ber to dine here. The restaurant is open to all who wish to experience an impeccable
meal. The Club offers the best of both worlds: the polish and refinement of an old-school club experience, but without the stuffiness. The service is genuine, the atmosphere relaxed, and the food—craft- ed by Chef Mikey Turan—is worthy of a special trip.
My evening began with a Chocolate Raspberry Martini, clarified for a crys- tal-clear finish. I expected creamy dec- adence but found something far more sophisticated: a swirl of chocolate scent, a burst of Chambord flavor, and a deceptive strength that made me pace myself.
From there, we eased into appetizers that showcased both creativity and comfort. The Ahi Tuna was seared with a delicate