Big Apple Inn
$ • Sandwich Shops, Soul Food, VegetarianAbout Big Apple Inn
Customers' Favorites
Smokes and Pig Ear Sandwiches
Half Dozen Turkey Tamales
Smoked Sausage Slider
Hamburger Slider
Hot Dog Slider
Pig Ear Slider
Bologna Slider
Dozen Tamales
Hot Tamales
Pig Ears
Big Apple Inn Reviews
200 ratings
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I ❤ good old fashioned black folk's hot tamales! I'm glad I picked this place.
My wife was so happy.
My wife was so happy.
Delicious! We saw it on tv on Andrew Zimmer's show. It did not disappoint. The people were very friendly and the food was delicious.
Friendly and professional
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Big Apple Inn is a historic Jackson, MS restaurant known for its pig ear sliders and tamales. Customers love the hot and mild sliders, with the mild being a favorite. The atmosphere is filled with the scent of sausage and pig ears cooking on the griddle. The food is simple but delicious, capturing the essence of Jackson's culinary history. Many visitors are especially fond of the pig ear sliders, describing them as tender and addictive. The restaurant is famous for its Hot Smokes, which can be ordered hot, mild, or with no heat, adding flavor without overwhelming spice. It’s common for customers to order multiple hot smokes, sometimes as many as thirty-five, along with pig ears served on a bun or in a container. The small, family-style setting features long tables where people often chat and shoot the breeze while waiting for their food. The service is excellent, and the place maintains a clean, welcoming environment. Many visitors, especially those new to smoked pig ear sandwiches, find them delicious and crave them on future visits. Overall, Big Apple Inn offers a simple but flavorful experience that captures the rich culinary history of Jackson.