Here’s what’s moving into the former Parrain’s building in downtown Biloxi

A popular Ocean Springs bagel shop is opening a second location in Biloxi this fall. The owner is also weighing whether he can stay at his original spot as downtown real estate prices climb.

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Here are key takeaways:

• Lil’ Market Deli and Bagelry is opening a sister location at 179 Reynoir St. in Biloxi, the former site of Parrain’s Cajun restaurant. Owner Oren Zweig is aiming to open by early fall, possibly in time for Cruisin’ The Coast in October.
• Zweig wants to keep his Ocean Springs shop, which he opened in 2019, but the property is for sale and downtown prices are rising. He said he hopes to operate two locations and also owns a building in Gulfport for possible future expansion.
• The Biloxi spot will have a bigger kitchen and more room, allowing Zweig to add a fryer for French fries and experiment with new dishes. He plans to introduce Middle Eastern foods like kabobs, falafel, shawarma and pita sandwiches inspired by his childhood.
• Hand-rolled bagels remain the draw. Zweig spent six months perfecting his recipe, and said the secret isn’t New York water, but the process — including overnight fermentation, kettle boiling and baking.
• The menu also features breakfast sandwiches, smash burgers, Reubens, Cuban sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks and house-baked focaccia. Service will stay grab-and-go rather than table service.

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