People Drive From All Over For The Comfort Food At This Charming Mississippi Diner

Comfort food is, well, comforting. Cooking comfort food? That’s a different story. Luckily, Mississippi is full of restaurants that serve country cookin’ just like grandma used to make — and one of them can be found in Laurel. Dubbed The Pearl Diner, the charming eatery has quickly garnered a reputation for its tasty, home-cooked southern fare. Take a look:

A charming town in Jones County, Laurel has gained popularity in recent years thanks to HGTV’s hit show, Home Town.

The show also helped one of the town’s best eateries, The Pearl Diner, gain some much-deserved recognition, after the diner’s owner, Mrs. Pearl, appeared on Home Town.

The diner opened in 2017 and has quickly grown into a favorite of both locals and tourists. These days, a crowd (and a short wait) is likely, but don’t let that discourage you — the food at Pearl’s is worth waiting for.

It’s a laid-back type of place, so orders are placed at the counter.

In true southern fashion, the diner serves up classic blue plate lunches that consist of one meat, your choice of two or three sides, and cornbread.

Though the meat choices vary from day to day, fried chicken is a staple — and according to customers, a must-try.

The sides are just as delicious. And while there aren’t a ton of sides, Pearl’s serves all the right ones.

Mac and cheese, greens, and black-eyed peas are just a few of the classics served at the diner.

But great home-cooked food isn't all Pearl's is known for. Past patrons consistently rave about the employees, especially Mrs. Pearl's, true southern hospitality.

Ready to see (or taste?) what all the fuss is about?

The Pearl Diner is located at 330 N Magnolia St., Laurel, MS 39440. For more information, call (601) 682-0945. You can also visit the diner’s Facebook page. So, ever been to Pearl’s? If so, did try the fried chicken? Tell us in the comments section.

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