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White Pillars | Coastal Mississippi
WHITE PILLARS
HISTORIC CHARM MEETS CHEF-DRIVEN EXCELLENCE
Inside a grand, lovingly restored 1905 mansion along Biloxi’s beachfront highway, White Pillars is the kind of restaurant that reminds you Southern hospitality really is special. Chef Sumrall’s flagship blends local ingredients, elegant presentation, and a strong sense of the Coast.
WHAT TO ORDER:
Seasonal menus keep things exciting, but signature favorites often include house-made charcuterie, daily changing Gulf fish dishes, and soulfully simmered Gumbo that feels like a warm handshake from the Magnolia State itself.
COCKTAIL SPOTLIGHT:
White Pillars is also known for its speakeasy-style bar, where classic cocktails mingle with inventive house creations. Think smoked old-fashioneds, Gulf Coast juleps, and garden- inspired gin blends served with a flourish. If you’re the type who likes a little drama with your drink, this is your spot.
MICHELIN praised Chef Sumrall’s gift for “honoring Mississippi’s bounty while redefining what fine dining means on the Coast.”
A RISING CULINARY DESTINATION
Vestige | Coastal Mississippi
Together, these three restaurants prove what locals already knew—Coastal Mississippi’s culinary scene can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with any major food city in the world. And now that MICHELIN has pulled up a chair, travelers have even more reason to taste their way across the shoreline.
Whether you’re clinking champagne glasses over a towering spread of Gulf seafood at White Pillars, diving into playful, flavor-packed plates at Siren, or lingering through Vestige’s artful tasting experience, one thing’s clear—the Coast isn’t just serving you dinner. It’s delivering exceptional culinary talent, inventive cuisine, and the warm Southern hospitality that defines the region. Coastal Mississippi is a must-visit destination for unforgettable dining!
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VESTIGE
QUIET ARTISTRY WITH GLOBAL SOUL
At Vestige, Chefs Alex Perry and Kumi Omori craft a dining experience so thoughtful and serene that it feels almost meditative. This local gem pairs Southern ingredients with Japanese influence, building an inventive tasting menu without ever losing its soul.
WHAT TO ORDER:
The chef-driven prix fixe menu changes often but expect dishes such as delicate Gulf fish with garden vegetables, foraged herbs prepared with minimalist precision, and desserts that taste like memories. Every plate is intentional. Every bite feels like a discovery.
COCKTAIL SPOTLIGHT:
The beverage menu leans clean and elegant, featuring cocktails that often echo the kitchen’s Japanese sensibilities—yuzu spritzes, floral gin cocktails, and minimalist mixes that highlight a single standout ingredient. If you love balance and subtlety, this is your dream pairing.
MICHELIN called Vestige “one of the South’s most distinctive dining experiences.”