Established in 1977

While in college, Brooklyn, NY native, Fred Cerami, started his appetite for making people happy through food. He sold hotdogs from a wagon, now our “Salad Wagon” on the side of Hardy St. in Hattiesburg, MS. Eventually Cerami’s was established in 1977. Using his Sicilian family recipes and his charming personality, he made his mark in the Jackson Metro area. In 1992, Fred took a break from the restaurant business to pursue another business venture. Fred decided to hang on to the décor and sentimental treasures that adorned the restaurant walls. Good thing he did, because in 2006, his daughter, Alissa Cerami convinced Fred to help reopen Cerami’s as business partners and bring back the nostalgic energy and look of the original Cerami’s with a southern flair. Literally growing up in the restaurant industry, Alissa acquired a passion for cooking & entrepreneurship, & the desire for making people happy with food & welcoming staff. Now full owner of Cerami’s, Alissa is dedicated to making sure your experience is of friendly service, quality food, & feeling a part of our family tradition.

~    Where Memories are Made     ~

Grazie!