Discover 4 unique new restaurants in South Mississippi

South Mississippi’s dining scene is growing with five distinctive new restaurants making their mark in 2025. Chef Scott’s Asian Cuisine revives favorite sushi rolls like the Kick Ass roll and bento boxes in a spacious.

The Butcher Baker in Ocean Springs offers a rotating menu with dishes like the Gulf white pizza and a standout charcuterie board. For dessert and beyond, Michoacana Ice Cream Parlor offers unique flavors and spicy treats, while Luckies Diner serves classic burgers and milkshakes in a welcoming, retro atmosphere.

Chef Scott’s Asian Cuisine in Ocean Springs on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. By Hannah Ruhoff

NO. 1: HIS FAMOUS SUSHI IS BACK AS CHEF CHANGES THE NAME OF HIS NEW SOUTH MS RESTAURANT

He built a sushi bar himself and Chef Scott is again preparing sushi at his newly named restaurant in South Mississippi. | Published January 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mary Perez

Gulf white pizza and charcuterie board from the Butcher Baker in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. By Scott Watkins

NO. 2: NEW SOUTH MS RESTAURANT AND MEAT MARKET SCORES AN ALMOST PERFECT FOOD REVIEW. HERE’S WHY

We gave Ocean Springs’ newest restaurant a try. Here’s how it went. | Published February 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by Scott Watkins

The inside of Michoacana Ice Cream Parlor in D’Iberville on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. By Hannah Ruhoff

NO. 3: NEW SOUTH MS ICE CREAM PARLOR OFFERS A CHOICE OF SWEET, SAVORY, AND EVEN SPICY TREATS

It’s bright and colorful, with dozens of choices of ice cream and other sweets, plus some savory, salty selections. | Published March 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Mary Perez

The Luckies Diner Choice Burger at Luckies Diner in Vancleave, Mississippi. By Scott Watkins

NO. 4: A 5-STAR MEAL: FOLKS ARE RAVING ABOUT MS COAST’S NEW ‘50S-STYLE DINER, AND NOW I KNOW WHY

Here’s how a new family-owned restaurant proves going back to a simple classic is sometimes needed. | Published March 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Scott Watkins

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