Sam says it's the best gumbo...we'll be in Mississippi in the next couple days n we'll get some...I…read morelike the bread pudding...mmm mmm good...btw luv the picture of sweet sweet Kevin...rest in peace friend...

From the owner: Take & Bake Meals and Lunch Catering - Hattiesburg MSread more

Wife and I enjoyed dinner at Mario's for my birthday dinner. Our server, Carmen did an excellent…read morejob. Was attentive to our table refilling the bread basket, which the bread here is awesome. The fried calamari was on point. Our entrees came fairly quickly, lobster ravioli and Mario's pizza. In true Italian culture, both dishes was plenty with leftovers to take home. Carmen offered syrawberry cheesecake as a birthday gift. The restaurant is quiet enough to have a conversation and enjoy your meal without distracting noise.

Mario's Italian Restaurant & Bar -- a place where I left happy... but also slightly disappointed…read moreand emotionally confused. I ordered the lobster ravioli, which sounded like a life decision I'd brag about later. What arrived was 4 ravioli and 4 small shrimp -- which, in most cultures, is called an appetizer but I might just need to go on a diet. Flavor-wise it was... politely stated..Not bad, just kind of bland. Also the shrimp still had the tails on, so dinner became a part-time job. Nothing says "fine dining" like performing minor seafood surgery in pink sauce while your pasta cools. The wine list was the real plot twist. No rosé. No Sauvignon Blanc. I have never -- and I mean never -- gone to an Italian restaurant and ordered beer out of necessity. Yet here we are. It just didn't feel right. Now, credit where it's due: the garlic bread was actually really good (though I'm pretty sure it didn't grow up in that kitchen), and the limoncello cake -- confirmed not house-made -- was honestly the star of the meal. Service was great, atmosphere was pleasant, and I didn't have a bad time... Three stars: good evening, questionable portion sizing, and a restaurant that accidentally convinced me to drink beer at an Italian restaurant.

The staff is top notch! They are so helpful! The food is delicious as well. We had a church…read morefellowship meal here and it was wonderful.

Came here for a meeting. Beautiful venue, staff is prompt and friendly, food was good. This venue…read moreis used quite often for business in this area. Family operated Establishment, and you can tell bybthe decor and love put into the place.

Came here based on the online reviews. Stayed a few minutes away for work and the menu looked…read morediverse that it would appeal to a group of coworkers. It did not disappoint. Got seated quickly and got a few of the seasonal cocktails and they were outstanding! Order an appetizer, and got the special, which was a fish dish, and it was phenomenal! If you, your date, or your party is looking for a nice sit down restaurant with a diverse menu of options that are in my opinion all great, then come here!

Server was very attentive without hovering. While the patio is nice, we opted for indoor which was…read morecozy and quiet. We had wonderful conversations without screaming. The food was excellent! I highly recommend the crab cakes with asparagus that was incredible tasty and came in a very generous portion. I think this maybe one of my favorite places in Hattiesburg!

This restaurant is tucked away, they aren't a huge place but they have amazing food. I have had…read morethe jambalaya and red beans and rice. Both were delicious! Can't wait to try the roast beef sandwich and gumbo. You are greeted by their awesome staff and they truly know what customer service means. Truly a gem in midtown. Could see them outgrowing their space in no time!!

Great food! If you're looking for great poboys this place has it. Roast beef is nice and…read moresloppy. More napkins you need the better the poboy. I think we needed to get some off the other table. Fried shrimp was perfect. Bread was the key. So fresh and just right.

I get my deer processed next door so I always stop by here to eat when I am dropping off or picking…read moreup my order. The BBQ smell is irresistible and I've never had a bad meal here. Strick's has been around for years and is so close to the USM campus that both students and locals keep it going. In addition to various smoked meats they also have some seafood and other menu items like crawfish and poboys. Last time I was there, my wife and I shared some Swap Nachos and it was amazing. They take regular nachos with cheese, then cover it when fried shrimp, then ladle a healthy portion of gumbo over the top to add more shrimp and also sausage. It's so incredibly good with how all the flavors blend together, and quite large. My go-to order and most BBQ places is a combo of brisket and pulled pork, and Strick's does it right. The meat is flavorful with a great bark, plus they have three signature sauces to kick them up if needed. They have various standard sides like baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, and more. Also included is a mini muffin of cornbread, and I always get the jalapeno cheese option. The inside of this place is decorated with a lot of old signage and has a very country feel that perfectly fits the laid back atmosphere and food. You can refill your own drink, which is nice, and their sweet tea is excellent.

This is a must try, it's some of the best food you'll find in Mississippi! Try it once you'll be…read morehooked and back for more.

If you're looking for authentic Gulf Coast flavor in Hattiesburg, Crescent City Grill delivers…read more The gumbo was incredible--deep flavor and clearly made the right way. On the bartender's recommendation, I ordered the Catfish Plaquemine, and it was phenomenal. Perfectly prepared catfish with a sauce that really brought the dish together. This place has the feel of a classic New Orleans-style restaurant with consistently strong seafood. Definitely worth a visit and I'll be back.

If great restaurants were graded on atmosphere and service alone, Crescent City Grill would be…read moresitting near the top of the class. The staff is attentive without hovering, professional without feeling scripted, and they genuinely make you feel welcome. The ambience hits that sweet spot -- energetic but still comfortable, making it an easy place to settle in and enjoy your meal. Now let's talk about the real headline act: the cheese grits. Absolutely out of this world. Creamy, rich, perfectly seasoned and the pepper Jack cheese added a wonderful touch-- they weren't a side dish, they were the star of the show. If they sold those by the gallon, I'd consider questionable life decisions. I ordered the shrimp po'boy. The shrimp themselves? Fantastic. Fresh, fried just right, and piled generously. The toppings and that homemade remoulade (or whatever magic sauce they're whipping up back there) were bright and flavorful. The only hiccup: the bread. The ends were toasted with the intensity of a NASA heat shield. I needed jaw strength training to get through the first few bites. Once you navigated past that crunchy barricade though, it was smooth sailing. I finished with the deep dish apple pie à la mode. I'm not sure if it was made in-house, outsourced, or assembled by a dessert engineer in a lab somewhere -- but I don't really care. It worked. Warm apples, flaky crust, walnuts, brown sugar, and cold ice cream melting into the whole situation... excellent flavor combo. Bonus points for a strong bourbon selection at prices that don't require a small loan application. That alone will get me back in the door. Four stars because of the bread battle, but I'd absolutely come back -- especially for those grits and a good pour of bourbon.

Quick spot to get subs and seafood. I got Philly cheesesteak and another order of seafood eggrolls,…read morewhich is basically imitation crab eggrolls. The eggrolls were plentiful. The Philly cheesesteak was on the smaller end and I prefer going to Lenny's got Philly cheesesteak's.

The first time I went. I got the large Philly steak sub that comes with fries and a drink…read more(upcharge) for a total of about $18. There was more than enough to eat, and it was delicious. Service was really fast and polite. The ambiance with a TV is ok for the type of eatery that this seems designed to be. Yet, we were in a hurry and got it to go. *Update: The 2nd visit was extremely disappointing. It was still fast, but it was too fast. The shrimp was brown on the outside and not cooked well enough for me on the inside. It just seemed to be poor quality and smaller than expected for the price. I didn't finish eating it due to the taste, although it was a little more than $1 per shrimp! It was 12 shrimp only, that weren't actually large compared to what I get at other places, but we were charged around $14 total, including tax. I only give 3 stars instead of 2 because the blueberry lemonade is so good!