47 Best American Restaurants in Jackson

“Every Tuesday night is fabulous! Incredible jazz with the incomparable Raphael Semmes and friends, great food, terrific service, and the ambiance you’d hope for at a good jazz club: not ostentatious-just great people loving and LISTENING to sublime music. It’s like a family reunion every week for lovers of extemporaneous creative music, lasting friendships, and good solid food served by Hershey as only she can do.“

“Elvie's Jackson, Mississippi I cant say enough about this place. From the time we walked in to the time we left, every staff member was extremely accommodating and obviously excited to be there. From the speciality canapés to the soft shell crab and the fluke, I was absolutely blown away. The thought and intention behind the food as well as their drinks is incredibly fascinating. Thank you to the head sous chef Dalton Ferguson for making sure everything was perfect. 10/10 If you haven’t been I promise you’re missing out.“

“Go see lacy at the bar. She’s the real deal.“

“great atmosphere and wonderful desserts“

“Have been there several times for takeout. The food has always been good. However the last time I went and ordered brisket it was tough. Wish they served burnt ends. Will be going back.“

“My wife and I and another couple wanted to try something different for dinner and we went to Scrooge’s for the first time. Wow! A very unique experience with the variety and quality of the food. You should go!“

“Absolutely the best wings and fries! Definitely try it out.“

“The meatloaf sandwich was delicious! Love all the paintings on the wall. Great atmosphere!“

“We tried Rooster's/Basil's for the first time tonight at the recommendation of a family member. I'm so glad we did because it did NOT disappoint! Everything was made fresh to order and the customer service was the best I've experienced in awhile. We will definitely be eating there again and I highly recommend it!“

“best lunch spot in jackson“

“Newk’s is a great place to eat. The food is great and I love the chicken salad on croissant 🥐…. It’s delicious 😋“

“Went to dinner and Tab Benoit concert,food& service was good,nice people,great concert,very nice staff,bar tenders, management,we had another great time!!!!“

“Hubs and I were in Jackson as a stop over on our way to Texas. This restaurant was walking distance from our hotel. What a great choice!!! A throw back to another era. Good food. The vanilla shake was so very good! All good was freshly made. Staff was friendly and fast. If I’m ever this way again I’ll be coming back to Brent’s Drugs!!! Happy to support a local establishment.“

“All menu items are delish! My favorite is daily burger special! Love the staff too.“

“Went by today and Great food , omg Loved it, We got shrimps, wings honey and fried and steak chicken and shrimp potato w broccoli and mmmmm and the Presentation was amazing love it ❤️👍💯“

“My boyfriend and I went yesterday and enjoyed everything! From the service (Jo was a pleasure and very knowledgeable about the menu), the atmosphere, the drinks, and the food (thank you Chris for being intentional with every dish we tried). We drove 2 hours to try this place and will definitely come back again! Everything and everyone was exceptional!!“

“AMAZING SOUL COOKING!!!!!“

“Every last dish there is wonderful. Food is always fresh and hot. The wait time is normal like any other restaurant.“

“I'm so excited. I can't believe it! Dr duku your work really worked! My ex- lover is back after she left me and the kids, she call me and apologize to me , wanting us to get back together again..“

“This is one of the most beautiful places to dine in Jackson. The food, drinks, atmosphere.... servers, bartenders.... absolutely everything is great. Expect a lovely upscale, yet laid-back environment. They are not expedient, but they are well worth the visit!!!“

“Today was the 1st time I’ve been to The Manship. We sat outside as the day was overcast and comfortable temps. The atmosphere is laid back southern elegance. Lunch menu choices made it difficult to choose. We started with the seasonal cocktail, a very Manship twist on a French 75 served frozen in a coupe and garnished with a violet. This is one I hope they make a permanent part of their menu. Perfect balance of sweet/sour and delightful on the palate. Next we shared smoked tuna dip served with what I think were fried tortillas seasoned with chili lime and saltine crackers. It rivals the best smoked tuna dip I’ve ever had from along the Atlantic. For entrees we chose small plates: Manship Woodfired Oysters served with focaccia and a special of Bbq pork belly served with Brussel Sprout slaw. I am not fond of brussel sprouts & surprisingly I loved the slaw. The oysters were beautifully served in a dish that kept them warm and not overcooked. The thick slices of bread were perfect for dipping in the butter sauce used in cooking the oysters. The pork belly was so good. Just the right amount of rub and sauce cooked to tender, melt in your mouth perfection. Our server was a total pro. I feel so bad because I didn’t write down her name. My daughter who was with me once worked as a server at a restaurant much like Manship. She was very impressed because our dishes arrived in perfect order and timing. She was knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Do yourself a favor and go eat at this wonderful establishment! We will come back!“

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“First time here and it has me wanted more.“

“Anyone who graduates from Millsaps has a strong work ethic and broad background in many areas of learning. They are quick learners and reliable workers fit for any team of managers, educators, or graduate students.“

“This place has some excellent food options. The smokes are great and can never eat just one. Recently, I asked then to make me a “burger” with just meet. The patties were the buns, filled with smokes meat, cheese, bologna and bacon. This was a custom made order and they made it well!“

“The Food is AMAZING!!! The cheese burger is huge and delicious, the hamburger wraps are also humongous and delectable, the Philly pizza is the absolute best, the chipotle, lemon pepper, and buffalo wings are finger licking good, and the buffalo shrimp salad is top tier!!! You can’t go wrong with either one of these items!!! Weldon is professional and such a caring and attentive owner. Love this place❤️“

“Delicious food, amazing experience!! You will not be disappointed❣️“

“We order the shrimp n catfish pasta, the tougaloo pasta and the fried lobster tail. Everything was good but the lobster tail isnt worth $18.00 for size of it n it didn't come with anything else. Y'all need to fix that. My daughter has austism n that's the only thing she eats from there. I'm not going lie the food was very good n fresh n the owner is very nice n honest.. Do I recommend y'all to go yass. By the way this the one on North State Street.“

“The Library is definitely a hidden gem of Jackson. McKenzie was an amazing waitress. She talked us thru all menus and gave us all her recommendations. I strongly recommend having a reservation for the best spot in the place. The food was amazing with so many different flavors. We will absolutely be returning!!!“

“This is where I go to purchase my favorite fish Pan Trout ? is sold HERE delicious! The owner Mr. Henry is superb! He very nice and kind and so are his employees. There is a variety of foods cooked and sold daily. Stop by and purchase a meal or you can call ahead and make orders by phone. They do deliver. Bon appetit???!!!

Vegetarian options: They serve salads and several other cooked vegetables. I haven't had the fried pickles yet.

Parking: There is front door parking at the Restaurant and a parking lot across the street with plenty of free parking spaces.“

“I had a great experience at Deja Brew Bistro. The food was amazing—fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Cynthia and LeeLee provided excellent service and were very friendly and welcoming. They really made the visit enjoyable. I’ll definitely be back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Wonderful service an great food“

“Was out last Friday evening around 10:15 and was sure to be out of luck when hunting for somewhere to eat. It was looking like Whatabeen tired of eating or Waffle Bell... But happened to do a quick search anyway and Right on Time there it was like a Light House in a storm...Capitol Grill...kitchen open surprisingly late. I gotta say that the food was absolutely delicious! Even to be later in the evening, everything we ordered was fresh and very well prepared. We weren't rushed at all like some places will do when you come in off peak hours for the kitchen. We received Wonderful A+ service from our waitress who gave good recommendations for dinner when we requested them and had fun shooting a couple games of pool afterwards. Overall Great Experience! A Peaceful, Welcoming, and Fun Environment. Great Job!! Will be returning soon. 5☆☆☆☆☆“

“Solid pizza, good selection of menu items, great taste.It’s hard to find good toppings to breading ratio in the sense of quality. I think I just found it. I’d suggest this place if you want a really good personal pizza for a good price.“

“I just want to thank the Chef at the Westin for preparing a wonderful meal to take to my room. I’m from the South and I know Cornbread, Catfish, and Gumbo. Catfish was excellent, and the Gumbo was actually scooped out from the bottom of the pot for my “to go” order. Too much to eat, although I enjoyed it thoroughly. I would recommend this restaurant to the locals in the Jackson area.“

“The food always good services good.“

“Stopped in at Ole Tavern on George Street after a long day on the road and it hit the spot real nice. Food come out hot, portions good sized, and everything had decent flavor, not just salt and grease. Folks workin there were friendly, kept my drink topped off, and the place had that relaxed feel where you can sit a bit and unwind. For the money I paid I walked out full and satisfied, I would sure stop back in again.“

“Pool is getting expensive...highest tables in Town... great place... Atmosphere Outstanding...“

“Omg the food is awesome my favorite is the catfish, fried okra and fries“

“Great food and music! So good that I walked out and left my purse! LOL! We had the catfish and lemon pepper wings! Fish and wings were seasoned to perfection!“

“I go to Bumpers often for two grilled chicken salads, a double cheeseburger, and a kid's meal. Today for the very first time we had two salads with no chicken. I was so disappointed until the manager agreed to replace the salads! She was very courteous, professional, and a all around good person. ?“

“Good food and Good prices!“

“The lines seem to stretch on forever, and the wait can feel like an eternity! To top it off, the cashiers’ attitudes can sometimes leave much to be desired. If only they could enhance their customer service and make the wait feel a bit more bearable, I bet complaints would plummet. A little effort in these areas could transform the experience for everyone involved!“

“Let me just say that THIS Waffle House and THIS crew @10:30 am is the best experience I have had in yeeeeeears!! They are nice to each other first and then nice and accommodating to all of the guest. It was a gamble which location we would choose but so glad Sean , Kelsi, Nyookie, L , Nasser, Tekeria, have all really given us a good experience. I don’t take reviews lightly and I definitely don’t do a lot of typing.. genuinely impressed and thoroughly appreciated !! AND the food was superior .. 💪🏾💯“

“Captain D's has fallen on bad times due to inflation I suppose. The food is still good but the size has gone down tremendously. The strips of fish are super thin and small. The service was good. The atmosphere is nice also. Prices are decent.“