The Sicilian II

06/18/2026

Hey my Coastal Family! Out of an abundance of caution we will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, June 18th, due to Tropical Storm Arthur.

I’ve been watching the forecast closely and it looks like we’re going to get some pretty intense weather tomorrow. When it comes to the safety of our guests and crew, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

We plan to reopen for normal dinner service on Friday at 5:00 PM and look forward to welcoming everyone back then!

Please stay safe, stay dry, and take care of one another. We’ll see you Friday!

06/13/2026

Hey my coastal family! Over the next few weeks you’re going to start seeing a few changes and upgrades to our dining room and the experiences we create! Beginning with our New Weekly Rhythm at The Sicilian!

One of the things I love most about a small family restaurant is that every night develops its own personality.

Wednesday is loud, happy, and full of families sharing a meal. Kids laughing, parents taking a night off from cooking, and giant pizzas landing on tables all evening long. Things may be changing all over the place but one thing that will ALWAYS be the same is Family Pizza Night and our large (16”) three topping pizzas for $11.99!

Thursday though, will be something completely different. Thursday is for couples. For husbands and wives, girlfriends and boyfriends, fiancés, partners, newlyweds, longtime sweethearts, and anyone simply looking to enjoy a quiet evening with someone special. To help preserve that intimate atmosphere, Thursday nights are now 16+ to enter. The goal is to create one evening each week dedicated to conversation, connection, candlelight, wine, and a hot meal enjoyed without rushing.

The rest of the week has its own flavor too, from our relaxed Tuesday nights with easy parking to the lively energy of Friday and the cozy bustle of Saturday. Take a look through our new weekly schedule and find the night that feels like YOUR Sicilian night.

As always, thank you for making us part of your family’s traditions, celebrations, date nights, and every moment in between. Always remember to take a little time to enjoy your meal and get ready to see all the cozy updates coming to our dining room very soon!

06/12/2026

Hey, my Coastal Family!

WE DID IT!

Thanks to your incredible support, I’ve officially advanced into the Top 20 of the Favorite Chef competition, and I’m still holding the #1 spot in my group!

From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Every vote, every share, every comment, and every kind word has helped carry me to this point. Seeing our little family restaurant from Biloxi standing alongside chefs from across the country has been both humbling and inspiring.

But this is only the beginning!

The first round is behind us, and the second round has officially begun. This competition is a marathon, not a sprint. There are still several rounds ahead. This journey will continue throughout the summer and every contestant still in the running is fighting for the same dream. So I’m asking you to stay with me for the long haul! Please keep voting, keep sharing, keep spreading the word, and let’s keep this fire burning!

Every round we survive is another chance to show the country what a small family restaurant, an amazing staff, and a determined Gulf Coast community can accomplish!

We’ve made it through the first gate. Now let’s see how far this road goes! Thank you for taking a little time to believe in me, believe in The Sicilian, and believe in what we’re all building together!

Vote Here:

One chef will win $25k, a feature in Taste of Home, and a cooking experience with Carla hall.

06/09/2026

Secret news, my coastal family!

Over the years we’ve created a handful of dishes that never quite made it onto the official menu, but somehow developed a loyal following all their own.

And now the big announcement!

Our brand-new Shrimp Alfonso Gnocchi has been such an overwhelming hit that it’s officially earning a permanent place on the Sicilian Secret Menu! Pan-seared gnocchi, tender shrimp, and our rich, creamy Alfonso sauce have quickly become an undisputed family favorite!

But that’s just the beginning! The Sicilian Secret Menu also features favorites like Pasta Ala Greca, Chicken Carbonara, Pasta Chazizamini, Pasta Puttanesca, Shrimp Boat Spaghetti, Shrimp Diabolo, and our newest addition which will be carried over from the Summer of ’56 Elvis celebration, but with a different name, the Pink Lady Pasta!

Some recipes are just too good to disappear. So next time you’re dining with us, ask your server about the Sicilian Secret Menu!

And while I’ve got your attention, I’d be incredibly grateful for your support in the Favorite Chef competition. Every vote helps keep this dream moving forward, and I truly appreciate every single person who’s taken the time to vote, share, and cheer me on. Thank you for believing in me!

Vote here:
https://favchef.com/2026/chris-drake

06/09/2026

Hey, my Coastal Family!

We’re down to the FINAL TWO DAYS of the first round of the Favorite Chef competition!

First, I want to say thank you. The amount of love, support, votes, shares, comments, and encouragement you’ve given me has been absolutely overwhelming. Seeing our little family restaurant and our Gulf Coast community rally together like this has meant more to me than I can put into words.

A quick update: after holding onto the #1 spot for most of the round, I’ve slipped into 2nd place. The good news is that voting is now worth DOUBLE points during these final days, which means there’s still plenty of time to make a big impact!

The way I see it, we’ve already accomplished something pretty special. A small family-owned restaurant in Biloxi is standing toe-to-toe with chefs from all over the country because of YOU.

The top contestants from each group will advance to the next round, where the scores reset and the journey begins all over again. So let’s keep this fire burning and see just how far we can take this together!

Whether you’ve voted once or every day, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Every vote, every share, and every kind word has helped carry me this far.

Now let’s show them what the Mississippi Gulf Coast is made of!

Vote Here:

One chef will win $25k, a feature in Taste of Home, and a cooking experience with Carla hall.

06/05/2026

Hey, my Coastal Family!

I wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for the incredible support you’ve shown in the Favorite Chef competition.

Because of your votes, your shares, your comments, and your encouragement, I’m still holding the #1 spot in my group with only SIX DAYS left in the preliminary round!

To be honest, when this started, I thought it would be a fun opportunity. But now, thanks to all of you, I’m starting to believe I might actually have a real shot at going all the way!

This isn’t just about me. It’s about The Sicilian II, my father’s legacy, our amazing crew, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast community that has supported us for more than a decade.

If you’ve been voting, thank you from the bottom of my heart. If you haven’t had a chance yet, I’d be honored to have your vote.

Let’s keep the momentum going and show them what our Coastal Family can do!

To vote, click the image below! You can cast 1 free vote every day!

One chef will win $25k, a feature in Taste of Home, and a cooking experience with Carla hall.

06/04/2026

Hey, my Coastal Family!

Today officially kicks off the A Taste of Elvis: Summer of ’56 celebration across the Coast, and the first day of our brand-new creation inspired by the King himself!

Introducing our Pink Cadillac Pasta!

Tender shrimp simmered in a rich blush cream sauce with garlic and herbs, then tossed with penne pasta and finished with Parmesan and parsley. Smooth, creamy, a little flashy, and dressed in pink, just like the famous Cadillac Elvis bought for his mama!

This special is available now through August 27th as part of the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area’s Elvis celebration honoring the summer Elvis spent right here on the Coast in 1956. (And yes, it can also be made Gluten Free!)

And to help set the mood, we’ll be adding selections from Elvis’s legendary music catalog into our regular Italian dinner playlist throughout the summer, bringing a little extra rock and roll to your Sicilian dining experience.

Whether you’re an Elvis fan, a pasta lover, or just looking for an excuse to enjoy something new, this one’s ready to rock and roll!

🎶 Available June 4 – August 27, 2026
📍 The Sicilian II – Biloxi
☎️ 228-207-9676

As always, take a little time to enjoy your meal. UhhHuuh! 🕺 ❤️

05/30/2026

Hey my Coastal Family!

Check out this INCREDIBLE review made about us on their YouTube channel!

A quick back story about the interaction:

Not long ago, this incredibly sweet couple came in, had dinner, enjoyed their evening, and went on their way. They never introduced themselves as content creators. They never mentioned they were filming a video. They never asked for special treatment, discounts, free food, or anything at all.

And honestly, I think that’s what makes this extra special. They got the exact same experience that every guest gets when they walk through our door. No extra attention because we knew a review was coming. No scrambling to put on a show. Just a regular night at The Sicilian.

As a restaurant owner, there’s something incredibly meaningful about that. Because when someone experiences your restaurant exactly as it is and then chooses to tell others about it, you know they’re talking about the real thing.

So I just wanted to say, genuinely, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Thank you for taking the time to visit us. Thank you for sharing your experience. And thank you for letting people see the little restaurant we’ve spent so many years building with love, hard work, and dedication to providing a heartfelt meal.

To everyone who’s watched the video, shared it, or stopped by because of it, thank you too! Small family restaurants survive because people take the time tell others about them, and that kind of support means more to me than words can ever express. Spreading the word about a place you really enjoyed is really the most powerful thing you can do to support any small business.

Also, if you haven’t come across this extremely well made YouTube channel go and give them a follow! They do reviews all over the place, and the time and effort they put into their video production is simply stunning! If you’re looking for well made, honest, and detailed reviews of some of your favorite places or places you haven’t tried yet, is hands down one of the best resources I think you can find and they definitely deserve getting their content to spread as far and wide as possible.

Blair & Emily visit The Sicilian II in Biloxi Mississippi to discover why this hidden Gulf Coast restaurant has been recognized as one of the top old-school ...

05/30/2026

Hello my astounding Coastal Family!

I’m incredibly humbled to share that The Sicilian II has just been awarded SIX Restaurant Guru Awards for 2026!

🏆 Best Pizza
🏆 Best Tiramisu
🏆 Best Atmosphere
🏆 Best Service
🏆 Best Takeout
🏆 #1 Most Recommended Restaurant in Biloxi

What makes these awards especially meaningful is that Restaurant Guru compiles reviews and ratings from across every review platform to recognize restaurants that consistently deliver outstanding experiences.

While seeing our name attached to awards is always exciting, the one that means the most to me is Most Recommended Restaurant in Biloxi. That award belongs to all of you. Every review, recommendation, kind word, shared post, and visit through our doors helped make this possible.

For a little family-owned restaurant with a small dining room, a hardworking crew, and a whole lot of heart, this is something we’re incredibly proud of.

Thank you for continuing to support my father’s dream, my dream, and this little restaurant we call home. We truly have the best coastal family anyone could ask for.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

— Chef Chris & The Sicilian Family