Dining

Another local favorite, this “mom and pop” steakhouse is well known throughout the Delta for it’s big steaks and succulent grilled oysters. It’s BYOB, or you can grab a cold one out of the cooler on the honor system. Very, very laid back place. Might be a good idea to call for a reservation as it does get crowded on the weekends. Oh, and it’s located a little far out…about twenty miles west of Cleveland, near the river.

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Scott, MS 38772
(662) 822-2280

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Located just a few steps away from the Lyric Hotel West End, this attractive “farm to table” inspired steak and seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner in both indoor and outdoor settings. It also features a full bar with lounge area, offering an expansive array of custom cocktails, wine, and beer. Private dining is offered for up to 12 people in the intimate music-themed room with a private patio.

1300 Highway 8 West
(662) 441-3901

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Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, Sunday Brunch

Soul Food and Civil Rights... Fried fish and collard greens, chargrilled steaks, chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and signature cocktails await at this blues-themed restaurant right down the street from the home of civil rights icon, Amzie Moore. Live music on occasion. Check out their facebook page for more information.

122 W. North Street
(662) 545-4627

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Open for dinner Thursday - Saturday and open for brunch and dinner on Sundays.

Known for its stylish decor, great pizza and daily specials, this downtown eatery (located next door to Cotton House) also has some of the best views of downtown from its spacious windows overlooking Cleveland’s famous “greenstrip” downtown walking path. In addition to the attractive dining area upfront, 301 also has a full bar in the back offering live entertainment from time to time. Open for lunch and dinner.

301 Cotton Row
(662) 545-5187

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A favorite lunch place among locals, the downtown eatery, A la Carte Alley, is located just across from the Ellis Theater and about a block away from the Railroad Museum. Featuring wraps, sandwiches, salads and desserts, you can eat in or have them pack it up as a picnic for your delta adventure.

111 S. Court St.
(662) 545-4229

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Lunch Only • 7 Days a Week

As a quintessential Cleveland establishment, Airport Grocery offers a true taste of Southern soul food and drink. Hot tamales, BBQ Ribs and Nachos, Burgers, cold beer and pool tables, full bar…you know the type of joint this is! Live music on occasion, a patio and pet friendly! What’s not to love?

3608 Hwy. 61 N.
(662) 843-4817

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Lunch & Dinner • 7 Days a Week

At Avocado’s, you’ll find creative dishes that blend the flavors of Latin American and Tex-Mex cuisine for taste sensations you won’t find anywhere else. From our signature stuffed avocados to authentic street tacos… from traditional fajitas and queso dip to hearty grilled entrees… the menu at Avocado’s is full of dishes you’ll want to try.

405 Industrial Pkwy
Cleveland, MS 38732

(662) 545-4416

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Full Bar • Open for Lunch and Dinner • 7 days a week

Another local favorite, located right on Cotton Row in downtown, Backdraft leans heavily on the grill and does a good job with it. Known for steaks, seafood, chops and chicken (with a Cajun flare) and delightful service, Backdraft Cleveland is a good choice for dinner and drinks with friends or business.

337 Cotton Row
(662) 846-9991

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Dinner Only • Tuesday - Saturday

Noted as one of the best rooftop bars and eateries in Mississippi, Bar Fontaine specializes in bespoke cocktails and small Italian inspired dishes. Diners can eat and drink inside, or head out to the patio to take in the amazing Delta and Cleveland skyline. And if it’s cool, all the better…there’s a firepit!

215 Cotton Row
(662) 444.6328

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Dinner nightly 7 days per week
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Rooftop Dining & Bar • Thu - Sun Night
18 & up

Located just outside of town in the nearby village of Boyle, Bellazar’s offers plenty of chargrilled goodness with the added variety of New Orleans style sandwiches and large salads. Add to the great food and friendly service a full bar and cozy hideaway atmosphere, and you’ve got an attractive option for dinner!

114 S. Gaines Hwy. (Boyle, MS)
(662) 846-8949

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Dinner Only • Mon - Sat

A "meat and three" lunch place during the day, and a juke joint at night, this restaurant is situated at one of the crossroads where Robert Johnson may have sold his soul... right near the banks of the mighty Mississippi River. People say the food is great, and the service is down home wonderful.

1310 Main St | Rosedale, Mississippi
(662) 721-7558

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If you’re in the Delta, you have to eat catfish! Catfish Cabin in nearby Boyle is famous for their catfish (which you can order fried or grilled) and fried oysters. And if you’re wondering where to get frog legs, look no further! And they also have steaks, salmon and fried crawfish tails.

575 Hwy. 61 S. (Boyle, MS)
(662) 846-0004

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Daily Buffet, Menu Choices

Down-home meals with a side of history, Country Platter, Too offers soul-food staples like smothered pork steak, neckbones, fried catfish, collard greens, and pinto beans at an important Civil Rights location, conveniently located on Highway 61. Formerly known as Lily's Cafe, the restaurant has fed Civil Rights luminaries such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Amzie Moore, Medgar Evers, Robert F. Kennedy and others.

Open for lunch Wednesday - Sunday

700 Ruby Street | Cleveland, MS

662-846-7051

Located in the nearby village of Merigold, Crawdads is known for its hunting lodge atmosphere, open grill, huge tasty steaks and full bar. Live music on occasion. Try the crawfish, cheddar, jalapeno fritters for a start!

104 S. Park St. (Merigold, MS)
(662) 748-2441

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Steak & Seafood • Dinner Only • Tue - Sat

Alligator, frog legs, shrimp, fried softshell crab, boudin balls with all the fixin's and sauces…and, of course, crawfish, are available at this popular, functional eatery.

724 S. Davis Ave.
(662) 846-6456

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Open 7 Days a Week in Season

A little jazz, a little Blues, some Motown and some Parrothead...that's the vibe at Darry's, which touts itself as a place with "Delta Latitude and Tropical Attitude". Menu items include steak, seafood, chargrilled oysters, bloomin' onions...good stuff. Darry’s is located just outside of Cleveland in Boyle.

122 E. TM Jones Hwy
Boyle, MS 38730
(662) 545-4365

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Frozen yogurt and ice cream treats and sweets are easy to come by at Delta Dairy, located right downtown. Grab a table to enjoy, or have your treat out on the greenway across the street.

13 S. Sharpe Ave.
(662) 545-4859

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Frozen Treats • Closed Winter

Located in the Cotton House Hotel, Delta Meat Market features the creations of James Beard Award semifinalist Cole Ellis. The restaurant has been featured in Bon Appetit, Southern Living, Garden & Gun just to name a few. Menu changes daily.

215 Cotton Row
(662) 444-6328

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Breakfast Buffet Daily
Lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner Wednesday - Saturday
Saturday Brunch
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Described as “New York cuisine served with sweet tea and cornbread”, the gallery has been serving hungry pottery shoppers in a beautiful setting for years. An added plus is that the food is served on McCarty Pottery!

100 Sunflower St. (Merigold, MS)
(662) 748-2754

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Lunch Only

Burgers and beer and vinyl? Awesome! Hey Joe’s, located just across from Cotton Row downtown, is a great place for lunch, or a patio dinner. Plus, they have things going on all week, whether you want to catch a game, play some trivia, or boogie to some live music!

118 E. Sunflower Rd., Ste. C
(662) 843-5425

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Burgers & Such • Lunch and Dinner

You guessed it; this is a BBQ joint! Pulled pork, ribs, magnolia sausage, smoked chicken, wings and burgers. Once again, a great place for pick up, or you can dine in!

419 S. Davis Ave. (Hwy. 61)
(662) 579-8355

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BBQ, Ribs, Smoked Chicken • Lunch and Dinner

Inspired by the pizzaiolos of Naples, Italy, Leña (which translates to firewood) makes their dough from scratch and brings it to life in their wood-fired brick oven. In addition to out-of-this-world pizza, Leña also offers home-cooked bagels every Saturday morning until they sell out.

331 Cotton Row
(662) 545-4771

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5pm - 9pm Thursday - Saturday
9am - Noon on Saturday

Sometimes you just want some Chinese food. Little China is a little take out place with delicious Egg Foo Young, General Tso’s and the rest of the typical Chinese food offerings. It’s hot, fresh, and good and you can call in for faster orders.

207 N. Davis Ave.
(662) 843-1668

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Lunch and Dinner

Founded in the Delta, Lost Pizza truly has some of the best pizza anywhere. In fact, it’s been voted by the readers of Mississippi Magazine as the best pizza in Mississippi for over seven years. Plus, to true Delta there’s more than just pizza. The BBQ Nachos are divine.

3745 Hwy. 61 N
(662) 846-1300

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Lunch and Dinner

It’s Mexican food! You’re probably familiar with the menu: Speedy Gonzales Lunch Special (taco, rice and beans), enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, etc. Fun atmosphere, friendly service, full bar.

804 N. Davis
(662) 843-3383

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Lunch and Dinner

Located across from the historic Bolivar County Courthouse, Mississippi Grounds offers gourmet coffee and coffee drinks, pastries and light breakfast and lunch items, plus a great atmosphere for meeting with friends, or having a cup of coffee with the morning paper. They also offer house-smoked BBQ on Tuesdays and Thursdays as long as it lasts.

219 S. Court St.
(662) 545-4528

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Coffee House with Breakfast & Lunch Items

Mississippi Juice Company's goal is to bring you the most amount of nutrients the easiest way possible. Let us fit into your busy life. Bring us with you on the go. We can do this together.

Located in the heart of Cleveland, Mississippi. Only a few steps from downtown, Delta State, and right across the street from the famous Grammy Museum!

703 W Sunflower Rd
(662) 400-3060

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Mon - Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 7:30 - 5:30pm
Sun: 10:00am - 2pm

Build your own burrito or taco from a wide variety of items in this fun and funky eatery. Located next to Hey Joe’s (the burger joint we talked about earlier).

118 E. Sunflower Rd.
(662) 843-4822

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Lunch and Dinner

Come and find out why No Way Jose is one of the most popular Mexican chains in Mississippi! Is it the wonderful service? The great food? The expansive food and drink menu that includes something for everyone? All of the above? Seriously, it’s a good place and it’s right next to the bowling alley.

1321 W. Hwy. 8
(662) 545-4929

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Mexican & American Cuisine

A takery located in the Mississippi Delta that specializes in fresh, thoughtful, wholesome and handmade foods such as soups, salads, breads and casseroles that are already prepared and ready to be served at your table!

If you're looking for a healthy and tasty option to do, be sure and check out their Facebook page for daily specials!

323 Cotton Row
(662) 545-7458

Voted as not only the best Italian in Bolivar County, but the best DINNER in Bolivar County, this little joint should be on your radar! Try the crusted mozzarella to start, follow it with the Ba-da-bing shrimp salad and the seafood manicotti and then tiramisu for dessert! Check out their website for a full menu.

3442 Hwy. 8
(662) 545-3525

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Italian Cuisine • Dinner Only: Tuesday - Sunday

Fried rice, fried okra, fried this and that, all in tasty sauces served buffet style. If this is your thing and a lot of this is your thing, then this is your place! They also offer sushi and fresh hibachi.

403 Industrial Pkwy.
(662) 545-4953

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Japanese, Chinese & American Buffet • Open for lunch and dinner.

Auténtica comida Mexicana! Seriously, if you’re in to sopes and pupusas, tortas and asada, and washing it all down with a Topo Chico, then this is your place! Friendly service, great food and conveniently located just a couple of blocks from downtown. Dine in or takeaway.

301 E. Sunflower Rd.
(662) 400-3018

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Lunch and Dinner

Sushi Rolls, Hibachi, Yaki Soba, Yakimesi, plus all sorts of apps and salads. This is mainly a to go place (hence, “Express”), but there are a few tables. Portions are solid, and so is the food.

415 N. Davis Ave.
(662) 843-6999

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Lunch and Dinner

Brunch, lunch and dinner that locals rave about. How about a NY Strip with some lobster mac and cheese, or a big ol’ hamburger, or chicken and waffles? It’s one of those restaurants that has something on the menu for everyone. It’s located right down from the bowling alley (in case you want to work off that meal) and just across the street from the Lyric Hotel West End.

1321 Hwy 8 W., Suite 7
(662) 719-4935

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The four- and five-star reviews on TripAdvisor say this a “cool venue with a creative menu”. Eating here, you’ll have lunch in a – you guessed it – revamped warehouse that really does have a great vibe. Featuring sandwiches, soups and salads (as well as vegetarian and gluten free options) the Warehouse is a favorite of locals and visitors alike.

229 N. Sharpe Ave.
(662) 846-7223

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Lunch Only

Sushi, hibachi dishes, a great selection of appetizers and the like make up the menu for Yamato Japanese Steakhouse at the Lyric West End District in Cleveland. Solid menu, friendly service and convenient hours. It's also next door to the 8 West Grille if you're looking for a gourmet dessert or pre or post meal cocktail.

1300 Highway 8 West

(662) 441-3907

Featured in a number of travel and lifestyle magazines, Zoe Coffee in Cleveland, Mississippi, is a cozy café known for its inviting ambiance and artisanal coffee offerings. Nestled in the heart of downtown, it's a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike to savor meticulously brewed espresso and specialty lattes. With friendly service and a selection of delicious pastries, Zoe Coffee provides the perfect environment to unwind, socialize, or catch up on work in a charming setting.

106A N Sharpe Ave

(662) 545-4217

6:30am - 5pm every day except Wednesdays and Sundays

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This location of Starbucks is a full brew station serving all the goods of regular locations. Serving options include but not limited to espresso drinks, teas, Frappuccino, bakery favorites, grab and go meals, and snacks.

50 Coahoma St,
(662) 846-4645

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Monday - Thursday: 8 - 8
Friday: 8 - 2
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

This campus Chick-Fil-A is a full-service branch of the franchise. Here we continue to add new breakfast items, salads, chicken sandwiches, chicken wraps, nuggets, ice cream, deserts, and much more.

50 Coahoma St,
(662) 846-4645

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Monday-Friday: 7:45 – 8
Saturday: 10 - 7
Sunday: Closed

Young Mauldin Cafe is an all-you-can-eat campus dining option where you could choose from several different food stations. This Dinning option is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

1003 Washington Ave,
(662) 846-4703

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Monday-Friday:

Breakfast 7 - 9:30
Lunch 11 - 2
Dinner 5 - 8
Saturday & Sunday:
Brunch 10 - 2
Dinner 5 - 8

This campus location serves globally inspired rice bowls, wraps, salads, and quesadillas, all made- to-order.

50 Coahoma St,
(662) 846-4645

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Monday - Thursday: 10:30 - 8
Friday: 10:30 - 2
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

The Grid is a community convenient store located right here in the heart of campus. This location features fresh fruits and vegetables, along with grab and go meals and snack, great coffee, and dorm room essentials.

50 Coahoma St,
(662) 846-4645

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Monday-Friday: 7:30 – 8
Saturday: 10 - 7
Sunday: Closed

This campus location of firehouse Subs offers specialty made subs and salads.

50 Coahoma St,
(662) 846-4645

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Monday - Thursday: 10:30 - 8
Friday; 10:30 - 2
Saturday & Sunday: Closed