Posted in Mississippi
August 24, 2016
These 8 Little Known Restaurants In Mississippi Are Hard To Find But Worth The Search
When it comes to great food, Mississippi eateries definitely deliver. The state is home to a diverse mixture of restaurants that includes everything from award-winning eateries to places only the locals know about. These local favorites are usually a bit off the beaten path; however, the food oftentimes surpasses that of their well-known counterparts. So, if you’re up for a bit of a search, here are 8 lesser-known, yet amazing, Mississippi restaurants that you’ve got to try.
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As Tupelo’s “home for original live music,” the atmosphere at this eatery just can’t get any more laid back. The menu is full of “clever, hands-on bar food,” which includes an impressive selection of specialty sandwiches and burgers as well as creative entrees that are locally-inspired but have a bit of twist.


Located a bit off the beaten path, The Country Kitchen is known for two things – daily lunch specials and a packed parking lot, which is probably the result of the mouthwatering southern fare and homemade desserts.


In business for five generations, this family owned restaurant has become synonymous with great barbecue, winning numerous awards throughout the years. Aside from award-winning barbecue, Ubon’s menu is filled with authentic southern meals and $5 burgers that can’t be beat.


In Mississippi, some of the best meals come from fish houses, and that’s exactly the case with Laws Hill. The family owned restaurant, which specializes in seafood and steak, has been in business for over 50 years – plenty of time to perfect the “secret family recipe” used to make Laws Hill’s famous hushpuppies.


The perfect combination of traditional and innovative, Side Street Burger has become known for serving up burgers with a twist. After placing your order at the front counter, head to the toppings bar, where you can dress your culinary creation with veggies, house-made sauces, and sesame-seed cufflinks.


“Down home country cooking at its best,” Mom and Dad’s restaurant has an all-you-can-eat southern style buffet that’ll make your heart melt (or stomach growl). Jam packed with classics, the buffet includes everything from fried chicken and catfish to greens and cobbler.


This family owned restaurant has been in business for years, bringing Tylertown residents great home-cooked meals along with a side of true southern hospitality. From authentic southern-style breakfasts to an all-you-can-eat soul food lunch buffet, the food at May’s, no matter the time of day, won’t disappoint.


When craving good catfish at a great price, Starkville residents head to this catfish stand, where you can get three pieces of perfectly fried fish, French fries, hushpuppies, Cole slaw, and a drink for under $10!
What other Mississippi restaurants are hidden but completely worth the search?
Craving more off-the-beaten path restaurants? Check out “These 7 Extremely Tiny Restaurants In Mississippi Are Actually Amazing.”