15 restaurants in Jackson, editor-picked for monday dinner. Open on monday, the day most kitchens go dark. All restaurants in Jackson.
Mayflower Cafe ★ 4.6
123 W Capitol St, Jackson, MS 39201
Hours: Mon 11:00-14:00; Tue-Fri 11:00-14:00; Tue-Sat 16:30-21:00; closed Sun
Mayflower Cafe, open since 1935, is Jackson's oldest restaurant and birthplace of comeback sauce. Greek-owned; fried shrimp in original vinyl booths.
Tip: The comeback sauce recipe has never been formally written down; buy a bottle at the counter to take home.
Saltine ★ 4.4
622 Duling Ave, Suite 201, Jackson, MS 39216
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 10:30-21:00
Saltine in Fondren is Jackson's premier oyster bar, with Gulf oysters at $1.75 during happy hour, fried shrimp platters, and Gulf seafood prepared daily.
Tip: The $1.75 oyster happy hour runs daily 16:00-18:00 and is one of the city's best deals.
The Pig and Pint ★ 4.3
3139 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-21:00; closed Sun
The Pig and Pint in Fondren pairs eclectic BBQ - brisket, baby back ribs, and fried green tomato tacos - with one of Mississippi's largest craft beer.
Tip: The patio under the trees fills fast on warm evenings; arrive at opening for the best outdoor seating.
The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen ★ 4.2
1200 N State St, Suite 100, Jackson, MS 39202
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-21:00; Sun 10:00-14:30
The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen in Belhaven serves contemporary American food with fire at the centre - from wood-fired pizzettas and fish tacos to weekend.
Tip: The 15:00-18:00 weekday happy hour on pizzettas is an excellent low-key early dinner.
Amerigo Italian Restaurant ★ 4.2
622 Duling Ave, Suite 106, Jackson, MS 39216
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 10:30-21:00
Amerigo Italian at Fondren's Duling School is a Jackson institution since 1987: fresh pasta, wood-roasted salmon, classic steaks for loyal regulars.
Tip: No reservations at this location; arrive before 11:30 or after 20:00 to avoid a wait.
Hen and Egg ★ 4.2
401 N Lamar St, Jackson, MS 39202
Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-14:00; Sun 10:00-15:00; closed Sat
Hen and Egg in the historic Sun-n-Sand building is chef Nick Wallace's downtown Jackson love letter to Southern comfort food, with Gulf shrimp and Delta rice.
Tip: The Sunday brunch buffet upstairs at 10:00 is one of the best value meals downtown.
CHAR Restaurant ★ 4.2
4500 Interstate 55 North Frontage Road, Jackson, MS 39211
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 10:00-21:00
CHAR Restaurant at Highland Village is Jackson's contemporary steakhouse, with USDA Prime and Choice cuts, a nightly piano bar, and one of the city's most.
Tip: Sunday brunch jazz trio from 10:00 makes this the most entertaining brunch in town.
Hal and Mal's ★ 4.1
200 Commerce St, Jackson, MS 39201
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-21:00; Sun 10:30-15:00
Hal and Mal's on Commerce Street is Jackson's iconic live-music restaurant, with Southern comfort food and nightly entertainment in a converted warehouse.
Tip: Thursday and Friday nights draw the best local bands; arrive early for a table near the stage.
Estelle Southern Table ★ 4.1
407 S Congress St, Jackson, MS 39201
Hours: Mon-Fri 06:30-14:00; Mon-Sun 16:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 07:00-14:00
Estelle Southern Table at the Westin Jackson serves soulful modern Southern fare with a craft cocktail program and globally curated wine list in a polished.
Tip: The weeknight dinner and weekend brunch both draw local diners, not just hotel guests.
Aladdin Mediterranean Grill ★ 4.1
730 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
Hours: Mon-Thu 07:30-21:30; Fri-Sat 07:30-22:30; Sun 11:00-21:30
Aladdin Mediterranean Grill on Lakeland Drive is open from 07:30, serving shakshuka, falafel, and lamb kebabs - Jackson's most diverse Mediterranean menu.
Tip: One of the city's rare spots open for a full Mediterranean breakfast from 07:30.
Keifer's Restaurant ★ 4.0
710 Poplar Blvd, Jackson, MS 39202
Hours: Sun-Thu 10:30-22:00; Fri-Sat 10:30-23:00
Keifer's Restaurant on Poplar Boulevard has been Jackson's first taste of Greek-inspired food since 1980, serving gyros, feta dressing, and hummus to a loyal.
Tip: Late-night crowds from the Fondren bar scene fill the counter after 21:30; the kitchen runs until close.
Drago's Seafood Restaurant ★ 4.0
1005 E County Line Rd, Jackson, MS 39211
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 11:00-20:00
Drago's Seafood in north Jackson is the Mississippi outpost of the New Orleans chain, famous for charbroiled oysters with garlic butter and Gulf shellfish.
Tip: Crawfish season runs February through May; call ahead to confirm live product is available.
Crazy Cat Eat Up ★ 4.0
1491 Canton Mart Rd, Suite 12, Jackson, MS 39211
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-14:00; Wed-Sat 17:30-21:30; Sat-Sun 11:00-14:00
Crazy Cat Eat Up is a BYOB neighbourhood kitchen with a cult following for its bread pudding, meatloaf sandwich, and weekend brunch plates served in a homey.
Tip: BYOB means you can bring a bottle from Briarwood Wine around the corner - a ritual for regulars.
Aplos Mediterranean ★ 3.9
4500 Interstate 55 N, Suite 174, Jackson, MS 39211
Hours: Mon-Sun 11:00-21:00
Aplos Mediterranean at Highland Village is fast-fine Greek and Italian: gyro plates, hummus, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, and baked feta at counter prices.
Tip: One of Jackson's few quality fast-fine options; ideal for a quick pre-show or post-museum meal.
Green Ghost Tacos ★ 3.9
565 Taylor St, Jackson, MS 39216
Hours: Mon 11:00-21:00; Tue 11:00-23:00; Wed 11:00-21:00; Thu-Sat 11:00-23:00; Sun 11:00-23:00
Green Ghost Tacos serves Mexican street tacos on gluten-free corn tortillas, no MSG, with a vegan menu alongside full carnivore and seafood options.
Tip: One of the best late-night taco options in Jackson, running until midnight on Fridays.