Driving miles and miles out of the way just to dine at a specific restaurant may seem a bit absurd, but that’s just because you haven’t been to the Old Country Store in Lorman. Despite its remote location, the Old Country Store continues to attract diners from near and far, and after one bite of the country restaurant in Mississippi’s famous southern cuisine, you’ll definitely understand why.

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Housed in a building that is over 100 years old, a visit to the Old Country Store is truly an experience. The still-functioning general store and restaurant has become known for serving "the best fried chicken in the world," which is prepared by the singing cook, Mr. D.
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Located in the small, unincorporated community of Lorman, the Old Country Store is situated along US 61 between Port Gibson and Natchez, just off the Natchez Trace Parkway (milepost 30, MS Hwy 552 exit).
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Although remote, a visit to the restaurant would make the perfect addition to a trip along the renowned parkway, providing amazing scenery along the way. And what better way to end a relaxing drive than with a buffet of mouthwatering southern cuisine?
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Step inside the Old Country Store and you’ll immediately get a whiff of the delicious food - along with some serious nostalgia, since the restaurant’s walls are lined with shelves containing all sorts of vintage items.
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Head to the buffet and you’ll be equally impressed. The famous fried chicken, which has been featured on the Food Network’s "Best Thing I Ever Ate" and included in Yahoo’s 2015 listing of the "Best Fried Chicken," will probably be the first thing that catches your eye.
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The mouthwatering chicken at the Old Country Store has been referred to as "the best" by both average diners and food critics. In particular, Alton Brown, who said the only fried chicken he’ll eat aside from his own, is fried chicken cooked by "King Arthur Davis at the Old Country Store."
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Along with the famous fried chicken, the buffet is filled with a variety of traditional southern food, including catfish, ribs, tossed salad, cucumber and tomato salad, potato salad, cole slaw, macaroni and cheese, corn-on-the-cob, green beans, turnip greens, dirty rice, field peas, sweet potatoes, dressing and cornbread.
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The only real complaint about the Old Country Store is that saving room for dessert is nearly impossible, but it should definitely be attempted.
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Are you ready to visit this country restaurant in Mississippi to get your fill of Mr. D’s famous fried chicken? Let's go!

Visit the Old Country Store at 18801 Hwy 61, Lorman, MS, 39096. Click here to visit the restaurant’s Facebook page for hours and more information.

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Where can I find the best fried chicken in Mississippi?

There's no denying it: fried chicken is one of the best parts of soul food. Unfortunately, some places make fried chicken bland or otherwise not so great. Luckily, after you've tried Mr. D's famous fried chicken, there are other options to explore in Mississippi. Cajun's Fabulous Fried Chicken, located in Gulfport, Mississippi, is a must-try stop if you're in town. The name should be telling enough - many people say it's better than Popeye's and the prices are hard to beat. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken in Oxford, Mississippi is also held in high regard. Here is an entire list of restaurants with the best fried chicken in Mississippi.

What other hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Mississippi should I visit?

You never know what hidden gems you've been passing up all these years just because you didn't know they were there. Cooley's Hamburgers in Waynesboro, Mississippi is a great example. Their online presence is near nonexistent, which is pretty unusual for restaurants these days, but word still gets around about their fantastic burgers and low prices. For the best catfish in the state, head out to the Long's Fish Cabin in Enterprise. It's somewhat remote and a bit non-descript, but their tasty meals are worth it.

What are some other remote restaurants in Mississippi worth checking out?

Even if there may be some miles between you and these restaurants, it's worth the cost of gas! Mr. Whiskers Family Catfish Restaurant is a little out there, located near Percy Quin State Park, but even though it's a bit of a drive for many it still packs in the customers on a regular basis. The reason for that is their fantastic buffet of tasty food! Lloyds Harper Road Cafe, located in Corinth, Mississippi, is another destination you'll want to add to your foodie bucket list. This classic cafe is only open for breakfast and lunch, so get there early. They have delicious food in every sense of the word. Be sure to try their chocolate gravy if you stop by at breakfast time.

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