It takes just a moment to realize you’ve been transported to New Orleans when you step inside H'ours Creole Smokehouse. Housed in a beautifully renovated home, the restaurant blends NOLA-inspired decor with a warm, inviting atmosphere that instantly sets the mood for authentic Creole cooking. The Clark family proudly brings the bayou to the bay, Tampa Bay that is, offering Tarpon Springs a taste of elevated Southern comfort with deep roots and heartfelt purpose.
Family is at the center of everything here. Guests are likely to see Chef Doug Clark alongside his wife, Isadora, his brother, Todd, and even Grandma GiGi, all working together to create a welcoming experience. The name H'ours carries special meaning. During a difficult time when Chef Doug’s mother was battling cancer, she encouraged him by saying, “get to ours restaurant and cook.” That passion for serving others lives on today, with the word “ours” transformed into H’ours, honoring her legacy and the family’s dedication to community.
The menu changes daily, keeping fresh flavors and locally sourced ingredients as the focus, while also giving guests a reason to return again and again. Every dish is house-made and prepared with care. Standout selections include the charbroiled garlic parmesan oysters and the grouper and Cajun shrimp pepper jelly, a dish that balances savory richness with sweetness and just the right touch of heat. A cast iron seared piece of grouper is caramelized to perfection, paired with grilled shrimp, and served over creamy gouda grits and asparagus, finished with a luscious five-pepper jelly.
From the food to the atmosphere, H'ours Creole Smokehouse delivers a dining experience that feels both special and personal. You will be proud to bring foodie friends or family here, and once you arrive, you will want to spend H’ours savoring every bite. It is a place where stories, flavors, and family traditions come together beautifully every single day.
H'ours Creole Smokehouse
310 E Tarpon Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
hourscreole.com