Restaurants in Philadelphia, MS

Philadelphia, a town in central Mississippi, offers area residents and outdoor enthusiasts a variety of natural attractions. The Dewitt-Deweese Memorial Park features several miles of walking paths, wooded hiking trails, and open fields ideal for bird-watching. In addition, Westside Park provides ample opportunities to fish, canoe, or kayak. If you're planning a trip to Philadelphia, Mississippi, be sure to replenish after a long day in the outdoors with a meal from one of the town's local restaurants.

The Huddle House

One of the most popular restaurants in downtown Philadelphia, Mississippi is the Huddle House, a small chain of restaurants with a location in downtown Philadelphia. This restaurant offers a variety of classic southern dishes, including a chicken and biscuits platter, hamburgers, grilled cheese, pulled pork sandwich, and pork chops. Vegetarian entrees, including entree salads and grilled cheeses, are also available. The Huddle House has a laid-back, family-friendly environment, with large booths, spacious seating, and bright lights. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Huddle House
1028 West Beacon Street
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 663-4110
huddlehouse.com‎

Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant

Tourists or area residents visiting the Dewitt-Deweese Memorial Park should be sure to visit the Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant, located just two blocks north of the park. Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant features a variety of authentic Mexican dishes, including chicken enchiladas, steak tacos, beef fajitas, and quesadillas. The restaurant has an energetic, lively atmosphere, with bright lights, loud music, and colorful decor. The restaurant also offers a variety of cocktails and beers, including house-made margaritas, and offers a vibrant bar scene during the evening hours. Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant is open for dinner seven days a week.

Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant
214 Line Avenue
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-6686

Peggy's Restaurant

A final dining destination for customers visiting the Dewitt-Deweese Memorial Park is Peggy's Restaurant, located just four blocks away from the park. Peggy's is a popular lunching spot, and specializes in authentic southern cuisine, including barbecued ribs, fried chicken, and hamburgers. The restaurant has a casual, family-friendly environment, and portions are generous. Peggy's Restaurant also offers a daily lunch buffet, featuring the restaurant's most popular entrees. Peggy's is open for lunch from 11-2pm seven days a week.

Peggy's Restaurant
512 Bay St. East
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-3478

Resources

Dewitt-Deweese Memorial Park Map

Article Written By Amy Butcher

Amy Butcher is a current graduate student at the University of Iowa's Nonfiction Writing Program. Butcher has been writing professionally for eight years and her work has appeared in "The Claremont Review," "The Bullet," "The Mercury" and "Positive Teen." She received her B.A. in English and creative writing from Gettysburg College and is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and Sigma Tau Delta.

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