25 Essential Mississippi Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Mississippi.
Shaggy's Biloxi Beach
Biloxi
Lively, kid-friendly beachfront spot serves seafood & drinks in funky digs with gulf views & patio.
Shaggy's Gulfport Beach
Gulfport
Crab cakes, fish tacos & po'boys, plus a cocktail list, in a casual eatery that has water views.
Newk's Eatery
Hattiesburg
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Harveys
Columbus, Mississippi
Upscale-casual eatery with a long menu of Southern-accented fish, steaks, burgers & kids' choices.
Indian Delight Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Relaxed Indian restaurant offering traditional cuisine including appetizers, entrees & sides.
Newk's Eatery
D'Iberville, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Shrimp Basket
Gulfport, Mississippi
Informal chain outpost offering a variety of fried seafood dishes & an oyster bar.
Mama Hamil's Southern Cookin' and Bar B Que Buffet
Madison, Mississippi
Big, buffet-style joint for Southern home cooking & BBQ with wood booths & communal tables.
Newk's Eatery
Gulfport, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Eggs Up Grill
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.
Eslava's Grille
Flowood, Mississippi
Caribbean, Mediterranean & American dishes served in easygoing surrounds with patio seating.
Newk's Eatery
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Newk's Eatery
Jackson, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Newk's Eatery
Southaven, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Harveys
Starkville, Mississippi
Upscale-casual eatery with a long menu of Southern-accented fish, steaks, burgers & kids' choices.
Newk's Eatery
Tupelo, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Newk's Eatery
Brandon, Mississippi
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
The Reef
Biloxi, Mississippi
Casual, waterfront bar/eatery with 2 floors & a chill vibe offering seafood bites & outdoor seating.
Walker's Drive In
Jackson, Mississippi
Stylish bistro serves locally-sourced New American fare amid brick walls & black & white floors.
Jourdan River Steamer
Kiln, Mississippi
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Rusty's Riverfront Grill
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Lively, family-friendly seafood restaurant & bar in saloon-like digs with warm woods, TVs & patio.
Half Shell Oyster House
Biloxi, Mississippi
Upscale-casual Southern seafood restaurant/bar serving oysters & po' boys, plus steak & cocktails.
Aladdin Mediterranean Grill
Jackson, Mississippi
A lively BYOB storefront cafe serves Mediterranean eats in cozy digs with taverna-vibe & patio.
Volta Taverna
Oxford, Mississippi
Low-key eatery in a converted gas station serving Greek-style pizza, wraps & more, plus a full bar.
Taranto's Crawfish
Biloxi, Mississippi
Crawfish, po' boys & more served up in a family-friendly, no-frills spot with marine life art work.