Vestige

New American restaurant · Ocean Springs

Vestige

New American restaurant · Ocean Springs

715 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Highlights

This cozy spot features inventive, seasonal New American dishes and craft cocktails, making it a must-visit for adventurous foodies seeking a memorable experience.

715 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 Get directions

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$100+

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"Vestige is a romantic date night spot that combines contemporary American cuisine with Japanese influences, thanks to chef Alex Perry’s wife Kumi Omori’s inspiration. Expect a farm and Gulf to table multi-course chef’s tasting experience, with just-caught seafood, museum-quality composed plates of greens and vegetables, and proteins that might include perfectly cooked robata charcoal grilled wagyu beef and blistered miso “ora king” salmon. Special sushi rolls feature “Missisushi” rice from Two Brooks Rice in Sumner, MS. The prix fixe menu is $99 per person, an experience that would easily be twice the price in the big city. Chef Perry was named a 2023 James Beard Award Finalist for Best Chef South and Vestige is in the running for Outstanding Restaurant in 2024. Dinner is only served Tuesday through Saturday, so be sure to reserve." - Beth D'Addono

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"James Beard award nominee Alex Perry works his magic at Vestige, an intimate bistro in downtown Ocean Springs. The menu combines contemporary American cuisine with Japanese influences, delivering a farm and Gulf-to-table experience, with just-caught seafood, wagyu steaks, and museum-quality composed plates of greens and vegetables. The chef’s outstanding tasting menu is $99 per person, an experience that would easily be twice the price in the big city. Make your reservation now. And go to the Walter Anderson Museum while you’re there." - Beth D'Addono

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Michael Linster

Google

I was in the Gulf area of Mississippi for work on my 50th birthday, and I was fortunate enough to have friends who wanted to take me out to dinner. I had no real opinions where we went so when we went to Vestige let me tell you I was beyond surprised and impressed. I’ve had a lot of good meals this one was a great meal. It is a tasting menu that changes with the seasons so with it being spring in Mississippi it has three flavors. In my opinion many tasting menus can be a bit disjointed and not have a flow to the dishes. That was not the case in my meal at Vestige it started and each dish kept building and building with different flavors and textures. One friend had an allergy that required some of the dishes to be altered to support them. Vestige did that without any issues or problems. What is even more impressed we called for reservations 45 minutes before we ate and they were able to alter the dishes. That shows the level of skill and attention to detail in my opinion. I also want to call out the service as well. The two waiters did an amazing job they acted as a team and provided excellent service with just the right amount of touch without being heavy handed in any way. If you’re going to be in the Mississippi Gulf Coast I would highly suggest Vestige and I’d definitely recommend a bit more than 45 minutes notice, but if you can get in try it and enjoy it!

Christy Morris

Google

We were fortunate enough to grab a reservation for the Fantastic collab dinner w the dynamic duo of chefs Perry/Omori of Vestige OS and Chef Tyler of Mason! The amount of creatvity coming out of that kitchen last night was nothing short of incredible genius, delicious genius! We even got to meet Kumi Omori last night. Vestige is a true culinary experience. If you want to push your tastebuds to the edge this is the place. It will be an event you will never forget and you won’t be able to get enough. We are hooked. We are so fortunate to have Vestige in our backyard. No trips to Chicago for a culinary revolution or to New Orleans needed. Michelin Star restaurant quality! Top of the list for an amazing culinary experience.

Mark LaSalle

Google

In the world of restaurant experiences there is dining, fine dining, and then there is Vestige. The Tasting Menu takes you through appetizers, entrees, BREADS 💖, and finally desserts, all of them taking your taste buds through a workout of textures and flavors. Nothing is rushed, which is what eating should be all about. The service is exquisite. Give yourself a treat and experience what Chefs Alex and Kumi have to offer.

Nicole Dickerson

Google

This was mine and my husband’s first experience at Vestige, and it exceeded all of our expectations! The atmosphere was intimate, wait staff were so kind and knowledgeable, drinks were great, and the food….. phenomenal! Our waiter, though I don't remember his name, was so nice and great at explaining each dish. We enjoyed every course! Setting a reservation was super easy, and we were even able to be seated 10-15 minutes prior to our reserved time. Halfway through our experience, we were already discussing when our next visit will be. Thank you to all of Vestige for the outstanding experience!

Brayden Jolley

Google

Definitely one of a kind dining! The setting is unique and did not feel stuffy. The staff were personable and knowledgeable. Wide range of drinks. We love the Japanese influence. The first course was our favorite, the flavors were absolutely amazing. I also have to shoutout the grilled kabocha squash in the main dish, I am still dreaming about it! I was slightly disappointed in the dessert, as it was a little dry. But overall, this gem is a must try if you’re in the area!

Mochamad Rayza

Google

Thank you Vestige Team for an incredible night. What an awesome treat on my wife’s birthday. It was worth driving an hour & 20 minutes. Every course is covered with layer over layer of umami explosion. The menu is thoroughly well planned and the cocktails is unbelievably good. It’s really a DEAL for 6 course tasting menu at only $99. We will definitely come back to bring more ppl in the future. Mike and Angie were awesome! They made us feel very special. Favorite cocktail was the flower to flower

Ingrid Raboteau

Google

We had an incredible dining experience at Vestige! We enjoyed the tasting menu, and every course was creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. Each dish was a delightful journey, from the foie gras & buckwheat beignet to the yuzu & Louisiana strawberry bavarian. The chawanmushi was our favorite course we enjoyed the smoky flavor! The attention to detail and the balance of flavors were truly impressive. Highly recommend for a memorable culinary experience in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.

Taye

Google

The waitstaff was very friendly! I have to knock the atmosphere just due to how extremely loud it was due to a nearby table with nothing in the room to break up the noise. The cocktails are definitely imaginative and worth a try! The main issue I noticed with several of the courses was the temperature. Many of them were room temperature or on the cold side, which I’m not sure if intentional or not but that accompanied by the lack of salt, made some of the flavors very flat. The bread service is amazing and the dessert is definitely worth while. Several main dishes had very sour and overpowering flavors that covered the rest of the plate, but otherwise overall it was very creative. For the price point I’m not sure I would recommend, but a tasting menu is very creative and worth a shot if you have never tried one!