Food & Drink in Mississippi

In Mississippi, you can soak up the state’s rich history, as well as the signature culinary culture of the American South. During your visit, enjoy some of the best food, drinks, and desserts the Magnolia State has to offer. Whether you’re in the mood for chicken and waffles, craft beer, or decadent desserts, you’ll find a variety of hot spots and tasty tours throughout every corner of the state.

Mary Mahoney's

Mary Mahoney’s Old French House

Biloxi, MS   FEATURED

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Mary Mahoney’s is one of Mississippi’s best-known seafood restaurants, serving guests at their historic Biloxi location for more than 50 years. […]

Mayflower Cafe

Mayflower Cafe

Jackson, MS   FEATURED

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The Mayflower Café is the oldest operating restaurant in the capital city, first serving customers in 1935. The restaurant is famous for its classic, Greek-inspired seafood and steak menu that has been passed down through generations of the Kountouris family. […]

Taylor Grocery

Taylor Grocery

Taylor , MS   FEATURED

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Taylor Grocery is known for fried catfish and has been serving guests for more than 40 years. They’re located in a historic building in Taylor, just a short drive from Oxford. […]

Forklift

Forklift

Tupelo, MS   FEATURED

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Forklift is a Tupelo restaurant serving Southern food, elevated. The restaurant emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and hand-crafted cocktails. […]

Birdie's Cafe

Birdhouse Cafe

Hattiesburg, MS   FEATURED

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Katie Dixon’s Birdhouse Cafe is a Hattiesburg restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. Menu items emphasize healthy and tasty dining options. […]

Captain Al's Steak & Seafood

Captain Al’s Steak & Seafood

Gulfport, MS   FEATURED

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Captain Al’s serves up fresh seafood and steak, with weekly lunch specials and a wide range of specialty drinks. […]

Bottletree Bakery

Bottletree Bakery

Oxford, MS   FEATURED

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Bottletree Bakery is Oxford’s go-to spot for scratch-made baked goods and espresso-based drinks. […]

Pizza from BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar

BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar

Jackson, MS   FEATURED

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BRAVO! has proudly served delicious Italian food in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere since 1994. The Jackson favorite, which is located in Highland Village, boasts a 20+ year record for receiving the Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” for the Jackson-metro […]

The Pig & Pint

The Pig & Pint

Jackson, MS   FEATURED

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Located in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, The Pig & Pint combines barbecued meats, tacos, and sides with an extensive menu of craft beers. […]

The Big Apple Inn

Big Apple Inn

Jackson, MS   FEATURED

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Jackson’s Big Apple Inn traces its roots back to 1939. The restaurant is located on historic Farish Street and is known for its famous pig ear sandwiches, smokes (a sausage sandwich), and tamales. […]

Jutamas Thai

Jutamas Thai – Ridgeland

Ridgeland, MS   FEATURED

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Thai restaurant serving a variety of dishes made to order with the freshest ingredients. […]

Fan & Johnny's

Fan & Johnny’s

Greenwood, MS   FEATURED

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For a contemporary take on Southern cooking, head to Fan & Johnny’s, a Greenwood restaurant owned and operated by the celebrated Mississippi chef Taylor Bowen-Ricketts. […]