The Best Vicksburg Restaurants to Try on your Getaway

Vicksburg Restaurants Worth Planning a Trip Around

Vicksburg, Mississippi, is a small river town with a surprisingly excellent food scene. Finding the best Vicksburg restaurants means choosing between house-made gumbo, shrimp and grits, steak dinner, or Gulf seafood pulled fresh and served with a side of Southern hospitality. Whatever the craving, these are the restaurants in Vicksburg, Mississippi that keep locals and visitors coming back.

Where to Eat in Vicksburg, Mississippi

For a steak dinner with one of the best views in town, head to 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill on the 10th floor of the First National Building. The setting is relaxed, so come as you are for whiskey ribeye, blackened catfish, and a cocktail while the sun sets over the Mississippi River.

For a romantic dinner, Cafe Anchuca sets the mood with white tablecloths, exposed brick, and candlelight inside a historic tour home. The surf and turf is the most popular dish, but save room for dessert.

Beechwood Restaurant and Lounge has built its reputation across the state on its cuts of beef, and weekend nights often bring live music to the laid-back dining room.

At Key City Brewing, the chef and brewer focus on Mississippi ingredients in both the food and the beer. Expect creative pizzas and small plates, plus a rooftop bar worth lingering at. The Pork Belly Pizza paired with a pint of Mr. Sippi is the innkeeper’s favorite.

Main Street Market Cafe serves lunch only, but it is worth planning around, especially for the gumbo. Rusty’s Riverfront Grill, near the Riverfront Murals, is a dependable choice for seafood. Make sure to start with their crab cakes.

The Tomato Place is part roadside farm stand, part restaurant, and every table seems to order the fried green tomato BLT, the catfish po’boy, and a glass of fresh-squeezed lemonade. Walnut Hills, set inside a historic Old Town home, is where to go for classic Southern cooking, including award-winning fried chicken and sides like smothered squash and cornbread.

Ask your innkeeper at Oak Hall for personal recommendations or help booking a table at any of these restaurants in Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Stay at a Boutique Hotel in Vicksburg, Mississippi

Oak Hall puts you within easy reach of every restaurant on this list and the rest the best things to do in Vicksburg. Housed in the historic Fannie Willis Johnson Home, the Mission Revival mansion offers a personalized stay many prefers to a standard hotel in Vicksburg Mississippi. Guest rooms feature private baths, individually controlled air conditioning, mini-fridges, smart TVs, and high-speed Wi-Fi, while the wraparound porches, formal parlors, and outdoor pool give you a place to unwind before or after dinner.

Reserve your room directly for the best rate and a home base built for exploring the town’s food scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best restaurants in Vicksburg, Mississippi?
Top picks include 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill for steak and river views, Walnut Hills for Southern classics like fried chicken, and Key City Brewing for a casual meal with local beer.

Are there restaurants in Vicksburg with river views?
Yes. 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill sits on the 10th floor of the First National Building overlooking the Mississippi River, and Rusty’s Riverfront Grill sits near the Riverfront Murals offers views as well.

Where can I find good Southern food in Vicksburg?
Walnut Hills is the go-to for classic Southern cooking, and Main Street Market Cafe is known for its gumbo, though it serves lunch only.

Where should I stay near Vicksburg restaurants?
Oak Hall Bed & Breakfast sits close to downtown Vicksburg and puts every restaurant on this list within a short drive.