Take A Drive To The Country To Dine At This Exceptional Rural Restaurant In Mississippi
By Jackie Ann|Published March 12, 2024
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Jackie Ann
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
Even though Meridian is the eighth most populous city in Mississippi, there’s a rural vibe to it that’s unmatched. Whether you’re just passing through on an epic road trip, or deciding to spend a weekend here, there’s one restaurant in Meridian, Mississippi that’s worthy of a pit stop and that’s Country Pride.
Conveniently located just off of I-20 and I-59 in Meridian, Country Pride is a welcome sight to hungry travelers on the hunt for an affordable home-cooked meal.
Country Pride is more than just a restaurant. It’s also a truck stop where you can get gas, grab some road trip snacks and even browse through the travel store before heading back out on the road.
Country Pride has a diner feel about it, that’s for sure.
From a traditional breakfast with eggs, hash browns, and bacon or a hearty steak and eggs with a sizzling sirloin cooked to perfection, there are plenty of breakfast options available.
Chocolate cake, apple pie rolls, and cheesecake are always on the menu, but you might get lucky and have a specialty sweet during your visit!
Visit the Country Pride website to see a full menu, and be sure to follow Country Pride on Facebook so you never miss out on any specials. If you’ve ever dined at this restaurant in Meridian, Mississippi, share your experience with us in the comments below!
Bonita Lakes Park is nearby, and it’s a perfect spot to explore after a big meal. There are a few different waterfront hiking trails here, and the one-mile one is the perfect short and sweet hike.