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    Fondren Public

    4.0 (56 reviews)
    ModerateGastropubs
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Imperial red ale from prohibition brewery!
    Blue A.

    I had great luck finding some awesome spots in Jackson on my last trip....Fondren Public was no different. Sure, the server seemed like she could care less about me...but she wasn't outright rude - just not as attentive as I found everyone else in Jackson to be. Not a huge deal - I'm from Miami originally....ANY customer service is GOOD customer service for me. FP has a GREAT beer list! I was on a mission to try some local brews (drank a lot of Lucky town on this trip) but this time went with the Imperial Red Ale from Prohibition Brewery - it was super solid! I had a pickled plate which came with carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers. It was a great little snack and I imagine getting a few of these for a table - sipping some beers - chatting with friends. And the highlight was the fried cheese - pepper jack cheese, battered and fried with candied bacon and a sweet Tabasco glaze! WOW! A nice kick...a nice sweet/salty flavor...and they were great. Nice size to share for an app! Everything was reasonably priced - and because I was there midweek it wasn't that busy. I hear on the weekends this place gets SLAMMED. I'll be back on another trip to Jackson - and look forward to checking out more of the menu options (yes, you know that means mainly more of the beer options!)

    Amanda W.

    What a fun spot tucked away almost out of sight! Drinks were excellently made and price wasn't bad. They have a great patio with a bocce ball court. Music playing and TVs placed in perfect spots. If we lived near we would totally come here often. If ever back in Fondren we will be back for sure!

    a shuffle table in a restaurant
    Rachel P.

    Fondren Public has quickly become my favorite bar for hanging out in Jackson. Most of its appeal lies in the space itself-- it's a huge, open plan with tons of seating, big, tall booths, a huge bar and a gorgeous, covered patio area that's heated in the colder months. (Well, this is Jackson, MS, so I should clarify that we only actually have a few weeks of cold per year.) Inside, patrons can play table shuffleboard. Outdoors, cornhole or bocci ball await. The atmosphere is casual and chill but still young and lively. While the crowd can get a bit "bro"-heavy (you know what I mean), it's usually a super interesting and diverse crowd. The bartenders and servers are cool and friendly, and I've never had a negative experience as far as service. There's also televisions throughout the bar, which makes it a great spot for catching the game. I watched a couple World Cup games here as well as some Mississippi football games and it's always a good time. The crowd is super fun, but never rowdy or overbearing. The rare occasion I've seen some sort of conflict arise (which is simply bound to happen every now and then in a bar), FP's security has handled it swiftly, safely and subtly. The drink selections are excellent. With TONS of beers on tap, including plenty of local variety, as well as a great selection of well made cocktails, there's something for everyone to sip on. I haven't tried all of the food selections, but everything I've tried has been delicious. I highly suggest getting a plate of the sliders. The pulled pork is particularly yummy. Just a short walk from everything in Downtown Fondren, Fondren Public is a go-to spot for my friends and I whether we're looking for a casual afternoon drink or a big night out. It's great to see this bar do well for itself because I think they're a fantastic addition to the Jackson scene.

    Public chips: pulled pork, melted white cheddar and scallions with chopped Okra
    Phil R.

    Great gastropub food.AMAZING FIND IN JACKSON!!! Oh, and good beer selection. ;-)

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    Nice bar with good beer selections. Not very good insulation...very loud and hard to hear each other talk. Bartenders nice and attentive.

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    Great location w extensive tap list. Like the indoor outdoor options. Good neighborhood place.

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    Great beer selection and even pizza! Just make sure No exotic colored hair girls are over charging you

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    Great spot for a beer with friends! Good selection for beers and cocktails. Indoor/outdoor seating options and cornhole!

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    Great place for happy hour or late night drinks! Diverse and ever changing craft beer menu. Jen is a stellar bartender too!

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    Fondren Public - gastropubs - Updated May 2026

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