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

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!!!

-- 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.

The ambiance was great. We even had front row views to a Christmas parade!…read more The food was tasty, though not the 'traditional' New Orleans seafood dishes I was expecting. The service was okay. Our waiter was nice, but didn't seem to know the menu or remember what we ordered.

My parents and I stumbled across this place on our way home, and what a find it was. From the…read moremoment we stepped inside, we knew we were somewhere special. The exposed brick and thoughtful décor struck the perfect balance--classic and nostalgic with just the right touch of modern style. We were immediately welcomed by the sweetest hostess (I hate that I can't remember her name--she had glasses, a beautiful smile, and the cutest dress). She greeted us with genuine warmth and hospitality that's hard to come by these days. She led us into the main dining room and seated us at a charming table dressed in crisp white linens. The space featured more exposed brick, tasteful artwork, and just the right amount of décor. The temperature was perfect, and the tables were spaced far enough apart to create an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. Our waiter arrived promptly and was both friendly and knowledgeable. He clearly knew his craft and took the time to walk us through the specials, making sure we felt confident and excited about our choices. We ordered sweet tea, which was perfectly brewed--not overly sweet, just right. The complimentary peanut butter and crackers were something new to us, but after reading about the history behind it, we appreciated the thoughtful touch even more. Our food arrived quickly, and everything was fresh and cooked to order. We tried the spicy chicken sandwich, the cheeseburger, and a special featuring a panini with a cup of gumbo. Each entrée came with perfectly cooked homemade chips. Every bite was spot-on--truly a 10 out of 10. Even though we were full, we couldn't resist ordering dessert--when in Rome, right? We chose the peanut butter pie and the famous Black Bottom pie. After one bite of those generously sized slices, we all paused and just looked at each other. I don't exaggerate when I say we unanimously agreed they were the best pies we've ever had. What started as a plan to sample a few bites and take the rest to go ended with two completely empty plates. We consider ourselves food lovers, and I genuinely couldn't find a single flaw in the entire experience. We live nearly three hours away and are already planning a trip back. If you've made it this far in my amateur review, thank you--and I truly hope you get the chance to experience this wonderful, history-filled gem for yourself.

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.

Another great meal today !!!! Service was outstanding Keith…read moregave us the bests service !!!! We sat outside the breeze was great total enjoyed the atmosphere!!! Filet was great !! The crab, shrimp, dip was great as well!!! Oh and don't forget the crème brûlée superb !!

I walked in and no one was at the hostess stand. So I waited and waited and just went back outside…read more I walked back in and there were three ladies standing there and no one looked up or said hello. The restaurant was empty at 8 pm. After no hello the hostess starts walking with the menus. We follow. The food, all of it, was extremely subpar. Food you would expect at a late night fast food or Dennys. The blackened chicken had zero blackened spices on it. It was a reheated frozen patty. The French fries that came with it were cold, greasy and soggy so I asked for fresh fries. The waiter comes back to the table with a plate and asks for the cold fries back. Never in my entire life!!! I scooped them up with my hands and put them on the plate. Now I'm doing their job. I'm not wasting more time reviewing the other dishes. I have no idea where these glowing reviews are coming from. The server was kind enough. We were traveling through and relied on these reviews.

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

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!

New owner and new menu. Il need more samples to have and opinion on this place. I had the chicken…read moreand dumplings and it was pretty good. It looks like the menu changes day to day but I'm not sure. I'll give r another chance.