Walnut Hills

Top choice in Mississippi Delta


For a dining experience that takes you back in time, head to this eatery where you can enjoy rib-sticking, down-home Southern food elbow to elbow, family-style – but there's plenty of seating for solo diners and introverts too. The corn and crab bisque is loaded with crab, and the shrimp and grits, with tasso ham, is wonderful.

Prepare to leave feeling stuffed.


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