Blink And You'll Miss These 10 Tiny But Mighty Restaurants Hiding In Mississippi
Mississippi restaurants come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Some are hole-in-the-walls, some are in the middle of nowhere, some are huge, and some are teeny tiny. And if you’re interested in the latter, you’ve come to the right place. After doing a bit of searching, we found 10 of the state’s tiniest restaurants. But don’t let the size of these eateries fool you. They may be small, but they’re BIG on flavor. Take a look:
Please note, Rosie’s Cafe is temporarily closed.


Housed in a tiny trailer, it doesn’t get much smaller than this Greenville eatery. But that’s okay because what the restaurant lacks in size, it more than makes up for in flavor. As the name implies, hot tamales are the specialty, but the menu also includes burgers, sandwiches, and more. Visit Hot Tamale Heaven at 1640 US-82, Greenville, MS 38703.
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A small eatery with a big reputation, Johnny’s Drive In was once a favorite of Elvis Presley. The eatery continues to pay homage to its roots with lots of Elvis memorabilia and a booth dedicated to the King. Stop by and dine on burgers, sandwiches, and BBQ. Johnnie’s is located at 908 E. Main St., Tupelo, MS 38804.


This tiny Corinth café has been attracting big crowds since opening its doors in 1947. Though the eatery is most known for its specialty – the slugburger – that’s not all you’ll find on the menu. The homemade fare also includes regular beef burgers as well as hearty southern breakfasts. White Trolley Café is located at 1215 US-72, Corinth, MS 38834.


If you blink, you’ll probably miss the Big R Drive In, which is tucked away in a tiny town in an even tinier building. But you’ll definitely want to keep your eyes peeled for this eatery, where you’ll find made-to-order burgers, sandwiches, homemade pies, and more. Visit Big R Drive In at 298 3rd Ave., Sherman, MS 38869.
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At this house-turned-restaurant, you’ll find cozy digs and a menu filled with signature hamburgers, po’ boys, sandwiches, and salads. Even the appetizers, which include things like fried green tomatoes and hand battered onion rings, are raved about by diners. Visit Burger Burger at 1039 Howard Ave., Biloxi, MS 39530.


Serving up some of the tastiest hamburgers in the state, this tiny burger shack is proof that good things come in small packages. Sure to satisfy your burger craving, the cooked-to-order burgers are made using 100% fresh ground beef that’s prepared daily. Visit the Laid Back Burger Shack at 200 S Church St., Florence, MS 39073.

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At this quaint café, you won’t find any frills, but you will find a menu loaded with mouthwatering options. The tasty fare includes plenty of southern favorites, like fried catfish and po’ boys, in addition to traditional dishes, like burgers. The roadside eatery is located at 1123 US-61, Port Gibson, MS 39150.


This small walk-up eatery may be most known for its huge burgers, but that’s not all you’ll find on the menu. The tasty fare also includes wings, BBQ, and seafood. Even better than the food, are the prices – one person could easily eat for $5! Visit Game Tyme at 114 N. Railroad Ave., New Albany, MS 38652.


In business for years, this 50’s style drive-in has garnered a reputation for its chili cheeseburgers, which have been referred to as the "best on the gulf coast." The great food paired with the nostalgic atmosphere deliver an unforgettably tasty dining experience. Visit Edd’s at 3834 Market St., Pascagoula, MS 39567.
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A small eatery that delivers in a big way, Dude’s serves up homemade biscuits that are commonly referred to as the best in the state. The tasty biscuits earned the eatery Brookhaven Magazine’s 2017 Reader’s Choice Award for the city’s best breakfast. A great breakfast stop for even the earliest of mornings, Dude’s opens at 4:30 a.m. Visit Dude’s at 924 US-51, Brookhaven, MS 39601.
So, was your favorite tiny eatery listed? Know of a small restaurant that should’ve been included? Tell us in the comments section!
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