Page 50 - South Mississippi Living - November, 2026

DINING CHANDELEUR DEPOT
ADDRESS
505 Railroad Ave.,
Pascagoula
CONTACT
228.205.2168
www.chandydepot.com
HOURS
Mon-Sat, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sun, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Oyster Platter
story by Carlin Duncan photos by Christopher Duncan
Painkiller
There is something special about dining in
a place that already has a story before the
first plate reaches the table. At Chandeleur
Depot in Pascagoula, the character of an
old train depot meets a kitchen that moves
comfortably between Southern tradition,
Gulf Coast seafood, and flavors reaching
beyond both.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming,
inviting you to order several dishes, pass
plates around, and experience the menu a
little at a time. With Chef Leigh managing
the kitchen, that is exactly what we did.
We started with the Painkiller. Creamy,
smooth, and tropical, it had a velvety texture
with bright fruit flavors. Served icy cold with
a frothy top and warm spice, it balanced
sweet, creamy, fruity, and slightly spiced notes
without becoming overly sweet.
Then came the Pimento Cheese, a
Southern classic that feels like a little piece
50 | November 2026 of home. Thick, creamy, and savory with
just enough sharpness and bites of pimento
throughout, it was paired with fried,
seasoned saltine crackers that were warm,
crisp, buttery, and beautifully seasoned.
The Shrimp Roll delivered one of the
more unexpected moments of the meal.
Marinated Gulf shrimp, aioli, and crisp
lettuce were generously tucked into a soft
bun, almost reminiscent of a beautifully
composed shrimp salad sandwich. The aioli
complemented the natural sweetness of the
shrimp while the lettuce provided a delicate
crunch.
The Korean Fried Wings shifted the table
in another direction. Coated in a sweet
soy glaze, the crisp skin carried a deep
sweet-and-savory character while furikake
introduced subtle sesame and seaweed notes.
Beneath that glossy exterior, the chicken
remained juicy and tender.
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