BILOXI CASINO HOPPER

My arrival into Biloxi, Mississippi was at 3:30pm and I had reservations awaiting at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. This hotel carries a 4 star rating and well deserved.  The inclusive price of $73.07 per night plus the complimentary parking was my drawing card.  Checking in was simple and quick and the room offered up a lovely view of the bay. 

I had pre arranged to have a Casino Hopper pass waiting for me upon registration at Harrah's.  Passes can be purchased through the Coast Transit Authority. The Casino Hopper offers a fixed route that serves the casinos, attractions and businesses on Hwy 90, Caillavet Blvd., and Bayview Ave. on the Biloxi Loop. It provides service every 25 minutes, 7-days a week and you will find the fares quite reasonable.  

The Biloxi trolleys

Before flying to New Orleans I had downloaded an iPhone app called “Route Shout”.  This is a great app that provides live arrival and departure times for all of the gulf coast transportation.  I only used the Beachcomber  and the Casino Hopper  but they offer 6 other options. 

Harrah’s Casino is one of the stops on the Casino Hopper Route.  The trolley picks up on Oak Street, the west side of the property. 

Casino Hopper Route Map

First order of business after arriving into Biloxi was dinner.  I decided to try out “Slap Ya MommaBBQ”  on Beach Blvd.  

To get to Beach Blvd would require a transfer.  First I boarded the Casino Hopper at the Harrah’s stop.  I picked up the 4:55pm trolley and got off at the Transit Center, arriving there at 5:21pm.

Biloxi Transit Center

I then transferred to the Yellow Westbound Beachcomber trolley that departed at 5:30pm.   There isn't a scheduled stop at Slap Ya Momma's BBQ so I simply asked the driver if he would mind just dropping me in front of the restaurant, which he did.  On the Beachcomber map below the restaurant is right next door to Big Play Entertainment Center just before the Treasure Bay Casino.

Biloxi Beachcomber Route Map

“Slap Ya Momma BBQ” was not disappointing and proved to be an excellent choice.  When I first walked in my eyes were immediately drawn to the walls.  They were covered with doors of various colors which I found quite artistic and unique. 

Walls are covered with doors

On the recommendation of the waitress, I opted for the brisket sandwich with fries and a 24 oz draft beer which was served in a quart jar. I neglected to take a photo of the sandwich but here's the type of food they serve. Yum, yum, yum!

24 oz beer served in quart jars

It was excellent food, a great atmosphere and good service all for under $20.