Some of the best steaks in Mississippi are not sitting in fancy city dining rooms. They are waiting at the end of a two-lane highway, in little towns you might drive right past if you did not know better.
Steak fans across the state happily log the miles for a good ribeye, and these eight spots have earned that loyalty. From a general store dating back to the 1800s to a Delta favorite that also plates crawfish, here are the small-town steakhouses worth pointing your car toward.
1. The Como Steakhouse, Como, MS
About 50 miles south of Memphis, right on Main Street in the little town of Como, sits a steakhouse that keeps drawing people back for years at a time. The building carries a historic, cozy feel while still leaning upscale enough for a real steak night.
The menu keeps its focus where it should be. You can order the 14 Oz Ribeye or go big with the 25 Oz Bone-In Ribeye, both classic reasons this place made the list.
Fresh Atlantic Salmon rounds out the choices for anyone at the table who wants something lighter.
Starters like the Fried Dill Pickle Spears and Sausage and Cheese Plate get things going, and the Bourbon Pecan Pie is a fitting finish.
Hours run Monday and Tuesday from 5 to 9 PM, Wednesday and Thursday until 10 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10 PM, with Sunday closed. Reservations are recommended since Saturday evenings stay busy, and parking is free in the lot or on the street.
2. Marshall Steakhouse, Holly Springs, MS
Holly Springs may be a small North Mississippi town, but its rustic steakhouse on Highway 178 has picked up statewide recognition, including being voted the number one steakhouse in Mississippi by Food Network and the Mississippi Beef Council.
What sets the kitchen apart is the approach to the meat. Steaks are dry-aged and cooked without any marinade to tenderize them, which is a point of pride here.
The award-winning ribeye is the headliner, and the 42-ounce Tomahawk is the show-stopper for a group that wants to share.
The menu stretches well beyond beef. Fillets in 6 and 10 ounce cuts, Shrimp and Grits, Roasted Chicken Breast, Fried Oysters, and House Steak Fries all keep the table busy.
There is even a kids’ menu for the youngest diners.
You will find a fireplace, live music, and wooden interior details that make the room feel warm. Open Monday through Thursday 4 to 9 PM, Friday until 10, Saturday from 3 to 10, and Sunday from noon to 9.
Dinner reservations are a smart move.
3. Hometown Prime, Walnut Grove, MS
Country cabin charm meets serious steak in Walnut Grove, where Hometown Prime plates Black Angus cuts, ribeye, and filet at prices that stay friendly. Most folks walk out having spent around 20 to 30 dollars a person, which is easy on the wallet for this kind of meal.
Two ribeye choices anchor the menu. The signature ribeye and the classic ribeye let you pick your price point, and both are known for arriving remarkably tender.
A fresh salad bar comes with the experience, along with comfort standbys like meatloaf and plenty of sweet tea.
Servers here move quickly, often bringing steaks to the table right after the salad course wraps up. The quiet, cozy dining room works well for families and groups alike, with high chairs and a changing table on hand.
The schedule is a little different, so check before you go. Lunch runs Tuesday through Sunday, with dinner service added Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
It is closed Monday, and Friday and Saturday evenings fill up fastest.
4. Nate’s Steakhouse, Ecru, MS
Ecru is not a town that shows up on many maps, which makes the steaks at Nate’s Steakhouse feel like a real find. The menu keeps prices low, often landing around 10 to 20 dollars a person, so a night out here does not require much planning around the budget.
The NPB 8oz Ribeye is the star, grilled tender and served with the kind of small-town hospitality that keeps church groups, birthday parties, and solo diners coming back. A salad bar and homemade desserts round out the meal.
Beyond beef, the kitchen turns out Whole Catfish, Country Fried Steak, and vegan-friendly starters like Fried Mushrooms and Fried Pickles. There is a kids’ menu too, so nobody at the table gets left out.
Hours are limited, so timing matters. Nate’s opens Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 to 8 PM, Friday from 4:30 to 9, and Saturday from 4 to 9, staying closed Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday.
Curbside pickup and catering are available for anyone who wants to take the steaks on the road.
5. Delta Steakhouse, Senatobia, MS
Right on North Front Street in Senatobia, Delta Steakhouse gives off an upscale feel while keeping the mood relaxed. The kitchen leans into barbecue-style beef and seafood cuts alongside steaks and burgers.
The ribeye is the reason to make the trip. Cooked to order and seasoned so well that no steak sauce is needed, it comes finished with a seasoned butter that adds real flavor.
Pair it with the Colossal Baked Potato and a trip through the salad bar and you have a full plate.
What is nice about this spot is the range of hours. Beyond dinner, it serves weekend breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8 AM to 2 PM, which is a rarity among steakhouses.
Dinner runs Thursday from 5 to 9 PM, Friday from 4 to 10, Saturday from 4 to 10, and Sunday from 4 to 9, with the first three days of the week closed. Thursday through Saturday evenings are the busiest, so consider reserving ahead.
6. Brandos Wynndale Steakhouse, Terry, MS
A fork-tender ribeye is the kind of thing that earns a steakhouse fierce fans, and Brandos Wynndale in Terry has plenty of them. The laidback dining room pairs well with a 12-ounce ribeye that comes out moist and juicy.
The lineup covers steaks, burgers, and ribs, with a Bone-In Ribeye, Sirloin, and New York Strip all on offer. Starters keep things fun, from Beer Battered Onion Rings to the Onion Blossom and a Sampler Platter, and the salad bar draws its own praise.
Sports fans will appreciate that this is a good spot to catch a game, and there is free Wi-Fi if you want to linger. Outdoor seating and even delivery set it apart from most steakhouses on this list.
Prices sit in the comfortable 20 to 30 dollar range per person. Hours run Tuesday through Thursday from 4 to 8 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4 to 9, and Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM, with Monday closed.
Weekend evenings are the busiest stretch.
7. H.D. Gibbes & Sons, Learned, MS
Few steak dinners come with more character than one eaten off a paper plate inside a general store that has stood since the 1800s. In the tiny community of Learned, H.D.
Gibbes and Sons still operates as a landmark store while serving as a destination steakhouse.
The draw is grass-fed steak with impressive grill marks, plus ribs and burgers. The Filet of Beef anchors the menu, and desserts like Pound Cake with Strawberries and Bread Pudding keep prices reasonable at the end of the meal.
Regular live music and a fireplace add to the no-frills country atmosphere, and the quirky old-store surroundings make the whole outing feel like an event. People genuinely go out of their way to enjoy a night in the countryside here.
Doors open Thursday through Saturday from 5 to 9 PM only, and it is closed the rest of the week. Since there is usually a wait, dinner reservations are recommended, and parking is free and plentiful.
8. Crawdad’s, Merigold, MS
Down in the Mississippi Delta, in the historic small town of Merigold, Crawdad’s blends two of the region’s great loves onto one menu. It is known for steaks alongside seafood and crawfish dishes, which makes it a little different from the rest of this list.
The ribeye holds its own here, and it often shares the table with Delta favorites like Crawfish Alfredo, crawfish tails, and fried shrimp. That combination means everyone in your group can find a plate they will remember.
The setting carries a historic, cozy feel with live music adding to the evening, and the bar handles coffee, small plates, and dessert. Great desserts are part of the reputation, so save room.
Meals typically land around 20 to 30 dollars a person. Crawdad’s serves Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 9 PM and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10, closing Sunday and Monday.
Reservations are accepted, and there is free parking nearby.
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