So, I will start by saying the food had a really nice flavor. I got the crab legs and he got…read morecrawfish, but I'm only giving two stars because the cashier flat out lied about being out of "all" shrimp when I asked for the 1/2 and 1/2. I asked if that meant even fried shrimp specifically and her reply was "yup all shrimp". Sigh, I was a little bummed but the show must gone on (UNTIL) a couple came in about 30 min after us and got shrimp tacos?!?! They were even served right next to us ‍ Not sure why they would feel the need to lie, but to each their own. Also, my potato and corn were as cold as if they came out of the fridge (husbands was not), so I guess they forgot to heat them up? It's a 50/50 if we'll be back sadly.

Warning: this is NOT 3 C's. Don't expect the same recipes and selections. Gumbo was fair but not…read moreamazing like it used to be under 3 C's.

Been 5 years since I've been here. My mom wanted some oysters and shrimp so I made a bee line down…read morehere for her. This place is always hopping and thankfully I got here at just the right time. Got the s6 shrimp and oyster combo plate with fries and hush puppies. She's gobbling it up.

Overall 4 Stars If…read moreyou want a decent Po-Boy in Meridian, make a pit stop at Seafood Express. Get your gas and chips but you GOTTA' get their sandwiches! Ambiance - A locally owned gas store / deli, you can order a variety of FRIED food, both Surf or Turf, plates, family style or a la cart. The only fresh seafood they might have is Crawfish, when in seasoned. There are three or four small tables to seat and eat. I recommend as order as takeout. Service - the staff were fast and friendly. With a steady supply of locals coming through, they ready to take your order. The deli section is stocked with a lot of fried items so you can get your food quicker. However, I would recommend to get one of their PoBoy sandwiches. You won't go wrong. You may have to wait 5-10 minutes but it worth it. Food - 4 Stars Shrimp PoBoy combo w fries and drink. $13.99 I would have given it 5 stars but the fries were overcooked and too crunchy. The quality of the potato of the fries could be better too. The bread was fluffy and toasty just as it should be for a PoBoy! The amount of shrimp was overwhelming. See pictures. The sandwhich came w lettuce, onions, pickles and tomatoes. No mayo. I ordered the 8" combo meal but they have a 6" size, if you counting your calories because your cholesterol will still be high with the amount of fried food! Oh, I forgot, they have shrimp fried rice too. So get a side order! I forgot to order mine. Bummer. Enjoy

Friendly people with a good helping of food. Cole slaw was a bit sweeter than what I prefer , but…read moreit was still delicious. I will ask them to fry my fish hard next time. I will be back again. Very great experience.

Everything was delicious! Our party had fish,oysters,shrimp, steaks, and chicken. We were served…read morecoleslaw and hush puppies and they were yummy too. It was pretty busyand we were served q

Great seafood and fresh beef. Reasonable prices. Amazing service and locally owned and operated.read more

Very friendly service! Clean store, bright vibes! The steaks we bought were amazing. They have…read morefresh fruit and veggies which we will be back to get next time. Also want to try the salmon they have. They have a seasonings rack. I want to come back try the garlic butter they have as well.

-- Good Intentions, Poor Execution…read more Let me start by saying I wanted to like Don P's. Friday lunch, only three other tables occupied, and a menu that had real potential. Unfortunately, the experience fell short from the moment we walked in until we tracked someone down just to pay and leave. ________________________________________ First Impressions No greeting. No hostess. We stood at the entrance long enough to feel awkward before walking up to the counter ourselves to ask the basics -- do we seat ourselves? Is there table service? They clearly saw us, but ignored us. Not a great start for a sit-down restaurant. ________________________________________ Atmosphere & Presentation The décor is trying to do something, but it lands closer to glitzy-cheap than charming. More noticeable: the food arrived in takeout containers with plastic utensils, and drinks came in disposable cups. At a table-service restaurant. At lunch. No aprons, no uniforms on the staff -- nothing that signals "we take this seriously." ________________________________________ The Food OG Gumbo -- 3/10 I've driven hours out of my way for great gumbo. This wasn't it. Okra, andouille, chicken, shrimp -- the ingredients were there, but the broth was thin and watery in a way I've genuinely never experienced before. It's not the worst gumbo I've ever had (chain restaurants hold that title), but it was very substandard, a real disappointment. Cajun Pasta -- 2/10 This one was rough. Overcooked pasta, bordering on paste, and salted so aggressively it tasted almost intentional -- like Cajun seasoning AND an extra round of salt was added separately. Nearly inedible, and I don't use that word lightly. ________________________________________ Service Virtually nonexistent. We were ignored for most of the meal and had to physically hunt down our server to get the check -- so we could leave and go eat somewhere else. That about sums it up. ________________________________________ Final Thoughts Don P's isn't without potential -- the concept is there, and the food came out hot and fast. But hot and fast doesn't cover watery gumbo, over-seasoned pasta, disposable everything, and a staff that seemed indifferent to our presence. With some serious attention to food quality, service standards, and basic dining room professionalism, this place could be something. Right now, it's not. Would I return? No. Would I recommend it? Not yet.

5-Star Review Don P…read morein Meridian absolutely delivered! I tried the seafood pasta and it was honestly one of the best dishes I've had in a long time. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was rich and full of flavor, and the seafood was fresh, seasoned just right, and generously portioned. You can tell they put real care into the meal. Every bite had that perfect balance of flavor that makes you stop and say, "yeah... this is it." The service was friendly, the atmosphere was great, and the food came out hot and fast. I'll definitely be back -- and if you go, do yourself a favor and order the seafood pasta. It's worth every penny.

My mom really likes Bureaux Bridge. While in the area on a Saturday morning I ordered her one of…read morethe Breaux Specials. I was able to order online as soon as they opened. The online ordering process was easy. I went to pick-up close to the suggested time and my wait wasn't long. She gives them 4 stars.

Things were not so good this trip. They had music so loud you couldn't talk to the person sitting…read moreacross from you! The music was so loud, that the seats were vibrating to the music. They sat us right beside the dj. The service was slow tonight also. I don't think I will be back here anytime soon. Waitress was very nice. There was no dj when we came Saturday night. You couldn't even enjoy a quiet meal after a long day at work. This is not what I wanted! If you want a quiet meal tonight, DONT COME HERE!!!

Exceptional restaurant! The service was very good. They went…read moreabove and beyond to make you feel welcome and taken care of. The steak and asparagus was very good! I highly recommend the filet. The Rustler has a very unique and homey look that is welcoming.

Was The Rustler worth the trip? ABSOLUTELY! The food was soooo good! I had squash that tasted like…read moremy mama cooked it! The blackened salmon was amazing! I enjoyed my meal! The baked potato was hot and delicious! The service was excellent and they constantly came back to the table checking to see if we needed anything. The atmosphere was great. They were very busy when we dined there but the owner took time to chat with us and she checked with us during the meal. We felt like VIP's! My husband had a ribeye steak and he said that it was cooked perfectly! It was worth the price and the dining experience was superb! So glad Meridian has a place where you can enjoy a good meal!

Great food great vibes. Food taste really good. Bar staff on point. Came all the way from Houston…read moreand it's nice out here

Disappointed. I visit Meridian 2 or 3 times a year and stay at hotels within walking distance of…read morethe restaurant. Establishment was very dirty including dining room, counter, cooking area. I counted 5 employees, one dinner guest and myself at dinner time. Almost all employees were walking around behind the counter or in drive-thru with their personal drink in their hand. Very unprofessional. One employee sat on the food prep table in front of me while I was waiting on my order. The catfish was good but now I'm questioning the cleanliness of the whole operation.

Food is great as always never had an issue service is spot on very friendly ambiance is about par…read morefor a restaurant

Realistically a 3.5/5 but I'll round up. Although located adjacent/in a gas station, this place was…read morenot cheap. I will say they do give a generous amount of meat. You did not get a lot of sides though, small portion imo. They had a variety of items to choose from but we decided on the rib plate with Mac and cheese/beans and I will say the flavor of the ribs was really good. Although the ribs wasn't fall off the bone, the meat was still pretty tender. The beans and Mac and cheese were also good, but nothing to rave about. What I was disappointed in was the peach cobbler, it was so bad. Dry and gummy-and kind of expensive-I believe it was almost $4 for a small sauce sized container. I would give this place another try the next time I come around!

One star because the food looks good. One star for the delicious odor. One star for watching the…read moreowner count his cash receipts - entertaining. No stars for the actual food we've waited 30 minutes to get. So, 3 stars total.