Locally owned steakhouses in Mississippi: Here are some favorites. What are yours?
- Email your favorite steakhouse restaurants in Mississippi and I'll add them to the list.
- See recipe for copy-cat homemade steak sauce.
Mississippi’s known as the chicken capital and for good reason. We can grow, fry and enjoy chicken better than any state in the nation.
No offense to chicken, though, but I get more reader requests for steakhouse recommendations. I’m always quick to respond with my favorites: BR Prime at Biloxi’s Beau Rivage and Doe’s Eat Place for special occasions. For regular steak nights, Sully’s in Hattiesburg and The Vault in Magee can’t be beat.
However, to accommodate readers from other parts of the state, friends provided the name of their favorite family-owned or locally operated steakhouse. The response was so overwhelming I had to divide the list. First, I’ll focus on locations west and north of the Jackson metro area. The remainder will be shared in future columns.
If you’d like to share your favorite steak house with me, drop me an email I’ll add it to the list. In no particular order, here are the recommendations I received for some of the best steaks in Mississippi:
H. D. Gibbes and Sons in Learned
This place must serve an outstanding steak, judging from the accolades and number of votes it received. Located at 140 Main St. in the picturesque village of Learned (30 miles southeast of Vicksburg), Gibbes is an unassuming-looking place. However, appearances can be deceiving; I found the menu to be surprisingly substantial. Filet mignon, ribeyes, New York strip, hamburger steak and seafood are just a few of the juicy grilled offerings. Hours are limited, so call 601-885-6833 before you go.
Old Hickory and Huck's Place in Columbus
Columbus is a thriving city with its own university and Air Force Base, so you’d expect to find numerous steak houses to keep residents well-fed. Two on the recommended list are Old Hickory and Huck’s Place.
Located at 1301 Highway 45N., Old Hickory’s rustic exterior mirrors its name. Once again, appearances can fool you. This Columbus staple since the 1960s has been on several “best steaks in Mississippi” lists. After one bite of its famous char-grilled steaks, ambiance or the lack thereof won’t matter. Call 662-328-9798 for more information.
Huck’s Place in downtown Columbus is more upscale, with a menu full of seafood, salads and steaks. From petite filet mignon to giant cowboy ribeyes, the selection of grilled steaks is impressive. Call 662-327-6500 to check on hours and menu items.
Anthony's Good Food Market in West Point
While we’re in the Golden Triangle, I’ll pass along a tip: Anthony’s Good Food Market at 121 W. Main St. in West Point. I haven’t been, but friends rave about the food, particularly the steaks. After I viewed the delectable-looking food photos on Anthony’s website, I realize I’ve been missing out. The menu is extensive, but the long lineup of steaks received more than a passing glance. Creole and seafood-stuffed ribeyes are on my must-try list. For more information, contact Anthony’s at 662-494-0316.
Grillehouse, Oxford and Southaven
A little further north, Oxford boasts several steak houses ranging from casual to fine dining. A favorite stop in the Courthouse Square is Oxford Grillehouse. Described as a “casual fine-dining restaurant in a contemporary atmosphere,” the restaurant serves delicious filets, ribeyes and New York strip steaks topped with your choice of homemade sauces. There’s also another location in Southaven. Call 662-701-8285 for more information.
Como Steak House in Como
Another north Mississippi steakhouse that comes highly recommended is the Como Steak House. Located in a 125-year-old former mercantile store in downtown Como, the restaurant has been featured on food shows and documentaries and attracts visitors from around the world. It’s only right that those of us that haven’t sampled its famous steaks make the trek to Como just north of Batesville. Call 662-526-9529 to find out more.
These are the top recommendations for areas north of the Capital City. Again, if one of your favorites didn’t make the list, feel free to drop me an email and I’ll mention it in a future “best of” list.
If reading about these delectable steaks has triggered a craving, throw one on the grill this weekend and dip each bite into my homemade steak sauce recipe. It’s similar to a name-brand sauce, but without unpronounceable additives and preservatives.
Kara Kimbrough is a freelance writer, public relations director and university instructor. Want any of her recipes? Email her at kkprco@yahoo.com.
Copy-cat homemade steak sauce
1 ½ cups ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon mustard (can use yellow)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Tabasco (add drops to your taste)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
In a food processor or blender, blend ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to serve. Keeps several days in the refrigerator.
