Our History

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.

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Grazie!

Eventually Cerami's was established in 1977. Using his Sicilian family recipes and his charming personality, he made his mark in Jackson. In 1992, Fred took a break from the restaurant business to pursue another business venture, Act One Limousine. Fred decided to hang onto the décor and sentimental gifts that adorned the restaurant walls.

Good thing he did, because in 2006, his daughter, Alissa Cerami convinced Fred to 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 business, Alissa acquired a passion for cooking and entrepreneurship.

With the desire of making people happy with good food and welcoming staff, Fred & Alissa make a great team.

We put our heart & soul into this business and we want you to feel a part of our family. We are excited to be serving you our special family recipes and hope you enjoy your time spent with us.

Grazie!!!

Alissa Cerami