Aladdin Mediterranean Grill is a mediterranean restaurant in Jackson.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: Morning shakshuka with pita, or the falafel and hummus plate at lunch
Tip: One of the city's rare all-day Mediterranean restaurants; the breakfast menu alone is worth a visit.
Address: 730 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
Johnny T's on Farish Street is Jackson's live blues and Southern food destination, sitting in the historic heart of the city's entertainment district.
Order: Fried catfish plate, or the blackened Gulf shrimp with rice
Tip: Saturday late-night crowds make this Farish Street's most energetic venue; the kitchen runs until midnight.
Green Ghost Tacos serves Mexican street tacos on corn tortillas without MSG, with a full vegan menu alongside carnitas and seafood options in Fondren.
Order: Steak tacos on corn tortillas with house salsa verde
Tip: One of the city's only late-night taco spots open until midnight; a post-bar essential.
The Manship serves wood-fired pizzettas, fish tacos, and fire-forward American food, one of Belhaven's most reliable lunch and casual dinner options.
Order: Fried fish tacos at lunch, or a wood-fired pizzetta at happy hour
Tip: The 3pm-6pm weekday happy hour is one of Belhaven's best-kept secrets.
Aplos Mediterranean at Highland Village serves gyro plates, hummus, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, and baked feta dip at counter prices in Midtown.
Order: Gyro plate with hummus and pita, or the baked feta dip to start
Tip: Open seven days, one of the area's most reliable quick-service options near the I-55 corridor.
Crazy Cat Eat Up is a BYOB neighbourhood kitchen in Midtown, with a celebrated short rib sandwich and weekend brunch plates for devoted regulars.
Order: Short rib sandwich at lunch, or the bread pudding for dessert at any meal
Tip: Bring a bottle from Briarwood Wine around the corner; it is a BYOB establishment.
Amerigo Italian in Fondren's Duling School building has served pasta, pizza, and seafood to Jackson families since 1987, earning a loyal reputation.
Order: Daily pasta special, or the wood-roasted salmon with seasonal vegetables
Tip: No reservations; the lunch menu from 11:00-14:00 has the shortest wait times.
