These 8 Little Known Restaurants In Mississippi Are Hard To Find But Worth The Search
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published August 24, 2016
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
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.
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.
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2. The Country Kitchen (219 W. County Line Rd., Tougaloo)
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.
4. Laws Hill Fish House (3717 Laws Hill Rd., Holly Springs)
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.
6. Mom and Dad’s Country Cooking (844 US-11, Petal)
"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.
8. Larry’s Catfish (605 S Jackson St., Starkville)
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?
