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briny and herbaceous. The Bella is a showstopper. She is a symphony of Empress Indigo Gin, floral flavors and red berries topped with a La Marca float, a silky foam, and an edible flower.
Our dinner began with house-made semolina and sesame bread, braided and beautiful—crusty on the outside, soft and pillowy within—served with garlic butter and olive oil that could warm even the chilliest night. The meatballs, rich and firm, arrive nestled in a robust marinara and topped with ricotta and mozzarella, alongside seared focaccia kissed by high-quality olive oil.
Fresh pasta is made daily, each shape chosen with intention. The Mushroom Campanelli pairs two varieties—shiitake and oyster mushrooms— for a dish that’s earthy, silky, and satisfying. I had never heard of Campanelli pasta before. It is such a beautiful shape – it resembles a calla lily. The pasta’s shape holds the light cream sauce perfectly. The mushrooms were perfectly sauteed—juicy and bursting with umami and earthy flavor.
The Chicken Piccata at Anthony’s is a triumph—tender, pan-seared perfection topped with a lemon-butter-caper sauce that’s smooth, creamy and balanced. We ordered a pasta side, which is normally pappardelle. However, the night we went, we were introduced to a second new- to-us pasta: radiator. It’s shaped like an antique radiator—hence the name. The deep ridges and ruffled shape are perfect for catching sauce. It tasted as if it was tossed in butter, white wine, chili flakes, and Parmesan.
For dessert, we indulged in a Pistachio Cheesecake that’s light, airy, aromatic and surprisingly refreshing. The nutty sweetness of pistachio shines through, complemented by a silken pistachio mousse that adds a hint of vanilla and cream.
Service at Anthony’s is as impeccable as the menu. On my recent visit, Tyler was our server— professional, personable, and warm—and a server from our previous visit even came by to say hello. That sense of connection is rare in today’s restaurant scene.
Anthony’s Ristorante isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a continuation of a family story that’s shaped Coastal Mississippi’s dining scene for decades. It’s elegant without pretension, heartfelt without fuss, and filled with the kind of flavor only love can create.
Meatballs
House-Made Semolina and Sesame Bread
Mushroom Campanelli
Pistachio Cheesecake
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