OT: Ask the Pack (Jackson Metro Restaurants)

[Amacomo]

My wife's birthday is this week and I want to take her out to eat. Just recently moved to the area. Have already been to Shapley's, Ely's, and Parlor Market as far as pretty high end places go. Biggest thing I need is somewhere with a good wedge salad and exceptional bar. Is there anywhere else I'm missing?

Thanks in advance.

 

[civildawg88]

I would say Manship is your place. Their bar is first class. Dont know about their salads though.

 

[Dawgsnsaints]

Drago's

 

[SouthFarmchicken]

Walker's has an AMAZING wedge salad but no bar. Have oysters as an app at Saltine (they also have amazing lobster egg rolls), salad and dinner at Walker's, and go to the Apothecary for after dinner drinks? That's what I would do. In fact, that's absolutely perfect for what you want.

Edited to add: All these restaurants are in the same block in Fondren.

 

[Dash Riprock.sixpack]

Best wedge salad in town is at Char in Highland Village. It's a good all around spot. My favorite high end place is Walker's Drive Inn in Fondren. The others you mentioned are also good.

 

[Junction John]

Seafood R'evolution. Quail gumbo and bone in pork chop. You're welcome.

Oh, and start off with the crab beignets. Damn fine meal right there, plus you're dropping enough coin that you're guaranteed to get laid.

 

[fishwater99]

The Manship(Best bar in town) or Lou's Full Serve..

http://themanshipjackson.com/

http://www.lousfullserv.com/

Your Welcome..

 

[ShrubDog]

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[HotMop]

Golden Corral.

 

[aTotal360]

But go on the weekend to get that endless prime rib.

 

[jgl8807]

Char, hands down. Scallops or the filet

 

[dawgstudent]

Walker's or Lou's Full Serv.

Lou's is 2nd behind Ely's as my favorite restaurant in Jackson metro.

 

[SyonaraStanz]

The Manship(Best bar in town) or Lou's Full Serve..

http://themanshipjackson.com/

http://www.lousfullserv.com/

Your Welcome..

I second this. I'll throw Shapley's in here as well, for a more intimate, fine-dining setting and really good steaks.

 

[KurtRambis4]

I'd say Manship is your best bet, but

their bartenders can be slow. They certainly have the nicest, newest bar, though. The kitchen is run by a dog, too.

ETA: Bravo has a really nice bar, but the beer selection isn't as nice as Manship, which may not matter.

 

[EAVdog]

All listed are great. I'd add Table 100 to the list as well.

 

[Digging dog]

Gotta give a plug to Lous full service. Great food. Easily a forgotten place when known restaurant names pop up. It's is good though.

 

[512taylor]

Table 100 or Amerigo

 

[SouthFarmchicken]

Table 100 is hot garbage. It's like they intentionally made a restaurant for high end white trash. The only reason that place is in business is because some white folk are too scared to drive to Jackson for legitimate restaurants.

I've given it many, many, many chances. I want to like it. But I just can't. It's not in the same class as Parlor Market, The Manship, Lou's, Walker's, Saltine, Char, Bravo, Ely's, Shapley's or Seafood Revolution.

 

[FreeDawg]

The Manship(Best bar in town) or Lou's Full Serve..

http://themanshipjackson.com/

http://www.lousfullserv.com/

Your Welcome..

My two new favorites. The chef at Manship is doing big things winning national contest but he's not doing by doing fancy foodie ********. You know, making food that you don't know whether to 17 or eat. That dude is a star. Lou's is awesome too. Ely's has always been a favorite of mine and in the "nice restaurant" rotation. If you're looking for a little more laid back, The Iron Horse is cool and Crechales on 80 is just like it was in 1960 (which is an awesome thing).

 

[Faustdog]

Table 100 is hot garbage. It's like they intentionally made a restaurant for high end white trash. The only reason that place is in business is because some white folk are too scared to drive to Jackson for legitimate restaurants.

I've given it many, many, many chances. I want to like it. But I just can't. It's not in the same class as Parlor Market, The Manship, Lou's, Walker's, Saltine, Char, Bravo, Ely's, Shapley's or Seafood Revolution.

Table 100 has the best brunch in the Jackson area. Other than that I don't care for it. Lou's has been my fave for a while now for a good dinner. I also eat the hot chicken at Saltine a bit too often.

 

[pDigital32Dawg]

Manship is a good choice. Also, there are some first class bulldogs running the show at the restaurant.

 

[LawDawg97]

A couple of people give a suggestion for Table 100

Table 100 is hot garbage. It's like they intentionally made a restaurant for high end white trash. The only reason that place is in business is because some white folk are too scared to drive to Jackson for legitimate restaurants.

which meets the OP's request (they have a great wedge, great bar, and great food overall) and you call it hot garbage? I'm sorry, but just because you've had a bad experience don't go guns blazing on the place. I have friends that drive there from Jackson because they love it. Your opinion doesn't make it so.

 

[SouthFarmchicken]

The Manship was responsible for Arky's

missed field goal. The Ad right after the miss said the stop was sponsored by the Manship or something. Chef Alex sits three or four rows in front of us and everyone gave him a big roar. I only wish he had bought more ads.

 

[SouthFarmchicken]

I agree about the brunch. It actually is pretty solid. The main problem with Table 100 is they try to do too many dishes...as well as try to copy some signature dishes from the Jackson area. Nothing about the menu or execution makes sense.

I LIVE on the hot chicken at Saltine. My body then pays for it.

 

[ShrubDog]

Too many dishes on a one page menu. I have seen it all.

 

[seshomoru]

Call Walkers and ask one question...

"Yall have the fried soft shell special tonight?"

If yes. That is where you are going. If no. Sort through the other suggestions here and you'll be ok just about anywhere.

 

[maroonmadman]

Parlor Market downtown on Capitol St. about a block from The Mayflower, another good place but the Parlor Market is tops. Also if you want to drive out of the metro a little, The County Seat in Livingston. Livingston is located where Mansdale Rd (Hwy 463) & Hwy 22 meet.

 

[skydawg1]

My wife's birthday is this week and I want to take her out to eat. Just recently moved to the area. Have already been to Shapley's, Ely's, and Parlor Market as far as pretty high end places go. Biggest thing I need is somewhere with a good wedge salad and exceptional bar. Is there anywhere else I'm missing?

Thanks in advance.

If you're tired of sex, salad wedges, and good bars...and just want good food/service..(and bottled domestic beer, along with Manship/Saltine prices)

I highly recommend Crechale's on Hwy 80 just West of Ellis Ave. Yes, it's in a run down area, but they know how to fry up some seafood. Steaks, order rare for medium-rare. Their broiler doesn't play around. And they serve the classic Jackson Greek salad with comeback dressing. As good as (or better than) The Mayflower. The yeast rolls...yeeeesir. They'll de-bone your flounder right in front of you, and they always have seasonal faves like softshells. Better yet, go there for YOUR birthday...and be sure to tell 'em it's your birthday. It'll be like the gang's all here.

 

[Dogariffic]

Walkers!!
Crab cakes.... you will want two orders to make sure you get some too.
Then Redfish Anna followed by a desert if you feel like it!
Your Welcome!

 

[Dawg1979]

Favorite: Crechale's. and ditto to skydawg1 about the birthday celebration. the owner will also shake your hand and probably give you a free desert if you have never been before. by far the best atmosphere in Jackson. sure its a shady part of town, and you think your going to get robbed when you pull up, but they have security.

Fine Dining: Ely's, Char, or Shapleys

Overpriced and not that special: Tico's (good, but Ely's, Shapley's, and Char are way better)

Mamma just Hongry: Ichiban or Ryans buffet

 

[thatsbaseball]

Bill`s in Flora. Never tried to order a drink or wedge salad there but the beer is real cold and everything on the menu is great.

edited to add: May be a little too "casual" for some

 

[coach66]

Two River's Canton, eat in the bar area.

nm

 

[Digging dog]

nm

Ate a 2 Rivers few years back. The crab cake and fried green tomato stack was fine.

 

[thatsbaseball]

Good choice

 

[KurtRambis4]

You gotta remember, he's

used to coloring books and books with many pictures...

 

[Irondawg]

Somebody mentioned County Seat in Livingston and I would not agree.

My experience there is the food simply isn't that great. I'll only go back if somebody else is choosing and they are paying. I tried about 6-7 things there and was very unimpressed. Was disappointing.

Most of the other suggestions are spot on.

Side note - anybody been to Local 463 in the new location. That was another underwhelming place considering its tie in to Walkers

 

[benatmsu]

This place is pretty good.

It doesn't look like much at all.
A little hole in the wall, but they have good steaks and cajun-type food plus a surprisingly big beer selection.
I like that if you ask for a beer list, they just tell you to go back in the kitchen and get whatever you want out of the fridge.

Bill`s in Flora. Never tried to order a drink or wedge salad there but the beer is real cold and everything on the menu is great.

edited to add: May be a little too "casual" for some

 

[benatmsu]

Agreed. Their food was ok, but nothing I just have to have.
I do enjoy happy hour there though. It's a unique place and has a pretty friendly staff.
Brunch/breakfast over at The Gathering is pretty good, though.

Somebody mentioned County Seat in Livingston and I would not agree.

My experience there is the food simply isn't that great. I'll only go back if somebody else is choosing and they are paying. I tried about 6-7 things there and was very unimpressed. Was disappointing.

Most of the other suggestions are spot on.

Side note - anybody been to Local 463 in the new location. That was another underwhelming place considering its tie in to Walkers

 

[Irondawg]

I have heard breakfast at the Gathering is great.

 

[AlCoDog]

I haven't been in a few years, but went all the time when I lived in Madison. Redfish was the best I've had anywhere not on the coast or New Orleans. Good call.