Jackson · Rankin County, MS

Food & Drink in Jackson

Scout analyzed 69 Jackson places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

69

Matches

24

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

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Taste Italian Kitchen

Food & Drink

Taste Italian Kitchen

Taste Italian Kitchen is a suitable spot for a casual dinner or family meal, offering Italian cuisine. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-40 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar

BRAVO! is good for a sit-down meal, from a casual family dinner to a date night. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Cups Espresso Cafe

Fondren

Cups Espresso Cafe

Cups Espresso Cafe is good for a quick coffee stop or a casual meet-up, often pairing well with running errands or a stroll. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Elvie's

Belhaven

Elvie's

Elvie's is a French-inspired restaurant good for a relaxed but upscale brunch or dinner, pairing well with a walk in a nearby area. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for a visit of about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Walker's Drive In

Fondren

Walker's Drive In

This stylish bistro is good for a dinner date or special occasion, serving New American fare. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-120 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$120 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Hen & Egg

Farish Street Historic District

Hen & Egg

Hen & Egg is a casual breakfast spot, good for an affordable morning meal before starting a day of activities. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-20 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Fondren Taste Bar & Grill

Fondren

Fondren Taste Bar & Grill

Fondren Taste Bar & Grill is suitable for a relaxed meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $30-70 per person. It can be paired with exploring the Fondren neighborhood afterwards.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen

Belhaven

The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen

The Manship is suitable for an evening meal, offering Southern and Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a polished setting, often paired with cocktails. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for a 1.5-hour experience.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Hal & Mal's

Food & Drink

Hal & Mal's

Hal & Mal's is a multi-roomed venue good for a casual evening meal, drinks, and live music. Plan on spending 1.5-3 hours and $20-$50 per person.

FoodLive musicCocktails
$20–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Jackson

Food & Drink

Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Jackson

Drago's is a seafood restaurant suitable for a sit-down meal, often pairing well with a planned evening outing. Expect a visit of about 90 minutes with per-person costs ranging from $35-$80.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$35–$80 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Iron Horse Grill

Food & Drink

The Iron Horse Grill

This is a good spot for a dinner out with Southern pub fare and live music, potentially paired with a drink before or after. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Bean

Fondren

The Bean

The Bean is a relaxed coffeehouse ideal for a quiet solo visit or casual meet-up, often paired with a walk or nearby errand. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $5-15 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Cups | An Espresso Café

Food & Drink

Cups | An Espresso Café

Cups is a good spot for a casual coffee break, suitable for an hour-long solo visit or a relaxed meet-up, typically costing under $15 per person for drinks and a light bite.

FoodShoppingArts
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Char Restaurant

Food & Drink

Char Restaurant

Char is suitable for an upscale dinner, often for special occasions or a date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Urban Foxes

Belhaven

Urban Foxes

Urban Foxes is a cafe suitable for a relaxed morning coffee or a quick lunch, taking about an hour and costing under $15 per person. It can be paired with exploring local shops or a park nearby.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Pig & Pint

Fondren

The Pig & Pint

This spot is good for a casual meal of BBQ and craft beer, perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Estelle Southern Table

Food & Drink

Estelle Southern Table

Estelle Southern Table is an upscale American restaurant suitable for a dinner outing or special occasion, offering a farm-to-table menu and cocktails. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for an experience lasting around 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Johnny T's Bistro & Blues

Farish Street Historic District

Johnny T's Bistro & Blues

Johnny T's Bistro & Blues is good for an evening out with food and live music, likely pairing with a pre-show drink or as a full night's entertainment. Expect to spend $30-75 per person over a couple of hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Scrooge's Fine Foods & Drink

Food & Drink

Scrooge's Fine Foods & Drink

Scrooge's is a casual spot for a meal, likely pairing well with other local errands or a low-key evening. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for an hour to an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Soule' coffee + bubbletea

Fondren

Soule' coffee + bubbletea

This coffee and bubble tea shop is suitable for a casual solo stop or a relaxed meet-up with friends. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodLive musicArts
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Rooster's Fondren

Fondren

Rooster's Fondren

Rooster's is a casual spot for American and Southern comfort food, good for a quick lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $10-20 per person for an entree and drink, with visits typically lasting under an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Broad Street Baking Company & Cafe

Fondren

Broad Street Baking Company & Cafe

This bakery and cafe is good for a casual meal or grabbing baked goods, suitable for a quick breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Old Capitol Inn

Food & Drink

Old Capitol Inn

This boutique hotel is suitable for a romantic getaway or special occasion, offering stylish rooms, free breakfast, and city views from the rooftop. Expect to spend a full day or more, with typical nightly rates ranging from $150-$300.

FoodViewsRelaxed
$150–$300 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Topgolf Ridgeland

Food & Drink

Topgolf Ridgeland

Topgolf is suitable for a fun outing with friends or family, offering golf games and food/drinks. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $40-90 per person for bay rental and refreshments.

FoodCocktailsSports
$40–$90 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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What Scout found

  • 24 of the 69 analyzed Jackson places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 71% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Playful, Quiet, Romantic.

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