-- 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.

Looking for something other than fast food while traveling through the area for baseball…read moretournaments. Food was fresh, fast and very good. We will visit again

Mr. Taco is one of those no-frills type hole-in-the-wall type places. It is strictly a walk up,…read moreplace your order, get your food and go type places. There is no seating and since parking is so limited, I would not even recommend eating in your car in what little parking lot they have. Service was friendly enough, but I thought it strange they only sold their street tacos as an order of three, but could buy individual soft tacos. I ended up going with California burrito. Out the door with tax included, it was under ten dollars. All in all, not bad. If I was in the area, I would head back again. I will give it four stars.

Happy to support not only local business, but black owned as well! The food is off the chain, and…read morethe staff was very friendly and helpful! Highly recommend stopping by and getting the wings. (PSA: The crusted wings are addictive )

What did we just eat??? The wings are truly outstanding. I don't even like fried pickles but I read…read morethat I needed to eat them if I was going to MS, so I did and they were outstanding. Somehow flaky/crispy on the outside but the pickles still had snap. The service was cordial and attentive. This place ain't fancy- I assume it's a nightclub that serves food by day. It's definitely worth a stop.

We stopped in Laurel on our way back to TX from vacation. We were debating on what to do for dinner…read morein the car and noticed this little food truck...so glad we stopped! I had the BBQ fried chicken sandwich with potato salad, hubs had the Philly Cheesesteak. Our 16 m/o was going to get the corn dogs but they ran out; he really likes shrimp and they were so kind to accommodate to his liking with 5 grilled shrimp (not on the kids menu) and fries. If we're ever in the area again, I would stop and try some more of their items!

Great Service and friendly nice people they was talking to us while they got our orders readyread more

Sweet mercy!!! This is my favorite place to eat. You have to get the Chicken Basket with fries and…read morea bowl of gravy. Or a cheeseburger. Or the catfish plate. It doesn't matter what you get honestly it's always amazing. The staff, the environment, and the ladies who make sure every plate is amazing. You have to stop here if you're anywhere close.

This is one of the best places to eat I highly recommend if your in the area,the waitress are so…read moreamazing and kind and the whole place is full of energy

Up in smoke! Good smoked chicken. Baked potato was cooked well. Smoked wings with good garlic…read morebuffalo sauce. Eat in side or outside. Service was friendly and quick.

Great food, great atmosphere and great people, all around great place to eat! The food and services…read moreare worth the price and wait.

Really cool variety between eyes frozen and hot drinks even energy charges simple ones as well, the…read moreemployees were really sweet, and helpful first time being here and they helped me pick out a drink. So excited to try their beignets!!!! Amazing decor it's like a little bit of New Orleans in Mississippi!!!! well totally suggest to others and be coming by again!!! -Carmen was so sweet and amazing her customer service was amazing and helpful hope to get her again when I come back!!

Where else can you get beignets in the north suburbs? And can go thru a drive thru to get…read morethem...are they Cafe du Mond, nope...but when you aren't in NOLA they will cure your fix.