Papa Dough's

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7 months ago

Love this gem in Bay Springs. I love wood fired pizza and they always deliver. Went with the Jamaican Jerk pizza and it was great. People are very friendly and service was great. If you are around the Bay Springs area this is a must stop. read more

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Mark F.

1 year ago

Best pizza in Mississippi by far! Their food truck was amazing but now they have a full service restaurant and bar and the food is even more amazing! Award winning pizza dough.... high quality ingredients, and the portion size of the toppings are perfect. We also tried the Philly cheesesteak sandwich which was beyond good. They use their pizza crust for the bread, baked and folder over almost calzone style. The quality of the shaved sliced prime rib is excellent, the meat was incredibly moist, tender, and the sautéed onions and green peppers complemented by their beer cheese made this culinary surprise a solid 10 out of 10. Great portion, priced just right, arrived to the table piping how..... seriously, order this sandwich!!!! Great small-town atmosphere, and the service is exceptional. We were greeted with a warm welcome, a smile, and that friendliness was also extended by our server who gave excellent service, checked back a few times, refilled drinks, and kept us informed about how long our order would take to arrive at our table. The place is worth the drive from Laurel.... Five stars for sure.... go for the pizza, but also try other items off their surprisingly great menu. They also have nice pasta dishes, several salad choices, and an excellent appetizer menu as well. We had their home made pretzel bites with beer cheese, a 10 out of 10... a must! Lastly, their build your own salad is genius. $11.00 is the price... you pick the type of greens and up to six toppings of an extensive list of choices... great value given the size of he salad and the amount of toppings..... read more

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1 year ago

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Rosey J.

11 months ago

Pizza and sandwich were great! Definitely going back. Wish they had lasagna because it would be so good!

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Abby B.

10 months ago

Our food has always been on point and they have a wide variety of different types of pizza plus much more. They have a bar with an inviting atmosphere. Service is always great. Gotta try it if you haven't yet! read more

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Steven R.

1 year ago

Wow! We stopped by for lunch and got the Buffalo Chicken Pizza and it was one of the best pizzas I've ever had. Service was great, place has cool vibe, Beer was cold and prices were affordable. Will definitely be making the drive to go back. read more

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3 years ago

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Clinton W.

3 years ago

Outstanding pizza! I love the meat lovers thin crust. They are generous with the toppings and the service is friendly and down home. If you're hungry, this is the place. read more

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Philip S.

3 years ago

O M G this pizza blows every other Jones County pizza out of the Mississippi aleatory-filled water! The owner worked for over a year perfecting the pizza dough recipe.... the pizza is cooked nicely in his wood-fired oven behind the food truck, loaded with toppings that you can actually taste! Excellent, friendly people. Price is excellent too and I hope they don't change it until at least 2025. Only observation has nothing to do with the pizza but more to do with the trash cans provided at this outdoor mini-food truck plaza..... openings of the trash cans are TOO SMALL for the pizza boxes! One has to use a lot of muscle to crunch up the box to squeeze it into the can opening.... they need to swap out the trash cans around the pizza truck with cans that can accommodate the used pizza boxes. People.... this is a MUST! If you want the best pizza in Laurel, then you have to try Papa Doughs.... promise you will not be disappointed. Great job..... read more

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Arthur P.

What an amazing review. We are humbled. And we appreciate you!…

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Tom W.

3 years ago

The Pizza is excellent. There are lots of people claiming to offer "New York Pizza." But they are not even close. Poppa Dough Pizza has the REAL thing. Best Pizza in the area. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Arthur P.

Thank you so much, Tom. We love what we do!

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Holy cow this is some dang great pizza. They use a sour dough starter for the best crust I have ever eaten. They can also do cauliflower crust. Mainly, because Carl is a body builder and he avoids the carbs. Carl and the two ladies are super nice! The pepperoni and mushroom pizza was seriously like a downtown New York or Chicago pizza. They spread out the dough and build the pizza when you order and then put it in a brick fired oven AND the whole thing is ready in 5 minutes from the time you order! I love this place and will eat here as often as I can get back. Let me reiterate this is a food truck that is cooking one of the finest quality pizzas I have ever had. Amazing! read more

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Dave P.

3 years ago

One of the best pizza ever made in this area. They cook each pizza when it's ordered so it always hot & fresh. But it takes a little while to cook so call in your order and they will have it done by the time you arrive. read more

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Shannon R.

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5 years ago

Well, all I can say is this place is fire. We will be back. And the customer service was on point. Thanks for taking my father in laws suggestion for a pastrami pizza, looking forward to it. read more

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Ariel D.

3 years ago

I have a severe gluten allergy and was hard pressed to find gluten free offerings in Laurel. I was guided to Papa Dough's Pizza and am so grateful as I had a delightful lunch and the owner of the food truck even came out to sit and chat with me while I ate! He explained how they have a different process for gluten free crusts to ensure they don't get cross contaminated. I found him, his food truck, his pizza, and the service to be absolutely delightful! If I make my way back to Laurel from Austin this is where I will go to eat. read more

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Larry W.

4 years ago

Service was prompt and courteous. Good was made, prepared, and delivered without any delay. Crust has an excellent chew and the corned beef, sauerkraut, cheese and thousand island were on point. Would recommend it to anyone that likes Reubens read more

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SuLaine C.

4 years ago

Boy, was this good pizza! Couldn't believe it was a food truck. It's outdoor dining only, buy DON'T let that deter you. Limited offerings on menu, but we asked them to make us a sausage, mushroom and bell pepper pizza. It was sooo good! read more

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Casey W.

4 years ago

This pizza is the best pizza I've ever had! The crust is beyond amazing! Love Papa Dough's

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Josalynn M.

4 years ago

It's a cute little food truck. Kinda dark so can be missed. Very clean and nice staff. Brick oven pizza with many options each have great flavor. Pet and Family friendly. Definitely recommend to traveler's and people that live in Jones County. read more

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Abby H.

4 years ago

the best pizza in all of laurel. homemade sourdough crust, amazing cauliflower and even a pizza bowl! definitely will keep stopping by!

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440 Ms Highway 18
Bay Springs, MS 39422
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(601) 764-3704
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http://Papadoughspizza.com

Hours

What time does Papa Dough's open?

Papa Dough's opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Papa Dough's opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday.

What time does Papa Dough's close?

Papa Dough's is closed on Monday and Sunday.Papa Dough's closes at 2:00 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday.Papa Dough's closes at 8:00 PM on Thursday.Papa Dough's closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Wed 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMThu 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Papa Dough's take credit cards?

Yes, Papa Dough's takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Papa Dough's have catering options?

Yes, Papa Dough's does have catering options.

Does Papa Dough's have a drive thru?

No, Papa Dough's does not have a drive thru.

Does Papa Dough's serve alcohol?

Yes, Papa Dough's serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Papa Dough's allow dogs?

Yes, Papa Dough's allows dogs.

Does Papa Dough's have TVs?

Yes, Papa Dough's has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Papa Dough's have bike parking?

Yes, Papa Dough's has bike parking.

Does Papa Dough's have outdoor seating?

Yes, Papa Dough's has outdoor seating options.

Does Papa Dough's have parking?

Yes, Papa Dough's has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Papa Dough's wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Papa Dough's is wheelchair accessible.

Does Papa Dough's have free WiFi?

No, Papa Dough's does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Locally owned Military veteran owned Wood-fired brick oven pizza Unique gourmet pizza from a food truck Homemade sourdough crust Calzones Cauliflower crust Keto-friendly Pizza Bowls

Meet the Business Owner: EarlJoy P.

Retired locals who have a blast making authentic, wood-fired brick oven pizza for neighbors, friends, family, locals, tourists, and businesses.

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Pizza Hut

1.0(2 reviews)

0.5 mi

The place is nasty and the manger Debra does not deserve her job, she's very unprofessional and…read moredoes not know how to make a pizza.

I think the people running this place need a lesson on cleanliness and sanitary food prep. I've…read moreseen much better. Not a fan of this particular restaurant.

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Mimmo's Ristorante Pizzeria

3.9(214 reviews)

21.8 mi

great environment - very nice atmosphere excellent food -…read more the salad and pizza were amazing!

Finding Mimmo's in Laurel right now is like searching for lost treasure in a construction zone --…read morethe kind where the street looks like Act I of a tragic opera: "Ode to the Detour." You'll battle cones, dodge machinery, and question your life choices. But when you finally burst through the doors? Bravo! The interior hits you like a grand crescendo -- exposed brick walls, high ceilings, the kind of lighting that makes you feel instantly more attractive. It's pure Tuscan theater. The service deserves a standing ovation -- all charm, smiles, and perfectly timed entrances. But once the food arrived, the orchestra started to lose the rhythm. The garlic rolls, priced at a dramatic $14, made their entrance dripping in butter -- so much butter, in fact, that garlic seems to have drowned somewhere backstage. The rolls glistened like they were auditioning for La Buttera. Soft, rich, and tasty, yes... but garlic? MIA. It's like sending Pavarotti on stage and getting a kazoo solo instead. Then came the pizza, whose crust sang a lovely opening note -- smoky, beautifully charred edges -- but the center was still a little... doughy. A tragic reminder that even great tenors sometimes miss the high note. The lasagna should've been the grand finale -- the full-throated aria of the meal -- but instead, it came out more like the understudy: pleasant, but lacking passion. The meat was flavorful, but the rest felt uncomposed. A little more Parmesan bravado could've saved the day. If Yelp had half stars, I'd give Mimmo's a 3.5, because the atmosphere and service are pure opera -- dramatic, romantic, and memorable. But the food? Still rehearsing. Come for the ambiance, stay for the butter, and hope that next time, the kitchen hits all the right notes. Final act verdict: Mimmo's has the stage presence of a headliner -- now it just needs a little more flavor in its aria.

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Mercury Pizza

4.1(74 reviews)

46.4 mi

We meet up with friends from the coast and want to try a place we had not been before. There are…read moretwo locations. This location has been open about 6 months. When you go in take a seat. Jason took our drink orders. They offer gluten free dough which is not on the menu but if you have gluten issues you know to ask. . The pizza size is 12" about 6 large slices. You have so many options. You can change out different meats. I ordered the Greek sub the chicken for sausage with GF dough. Great taste! My husband ordered Trio Di Carne. He enjoyed it. Our friends ordered a Trio Di Carne with a salad. Salad looks great with fresh ingredients. I love the open brick fire oven. Everyone was so friendly. We will definitely be back when in the area. There is only outside seating to enjoy! Check them out! You will not be disappointed

The food was hit and so good. Make sure to get parmesan garlic bread, breadsticks. So goodread more

Classic pepperoni + fresh parmesan, red pepper flakes, our home-made ranch and Smith's hot honey from Petal, MS

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Nick & Al's Ny Style Pizzeria

3.9(68 reviews)

41.8 mi

We escaped the coast and had a little hurricane party during Hurricane Isaias. We DoorDashed this…read moreand had it delivered to our hotel. I was surprised at the lack of pizza joints in this area and was a little bit concerned with the not best reviews of this place. But we thought it was really good!! It was perfect for our hurricane party. Yum yum tasty pizza.

Stopped in for lunch and ordered a calzone. It was beautifully prepared and full of flavor, but…read morejust too heavy for me. Packed with pepperoni, sausage, Canadian bacon, onions, and peppers, it came with a red marinara that had just the right touch of sweetness. I only managed to finish half--it was a meat lover's dream, but a little much for my taste. What really stood out was the service. The young lady at the counter was exceptionally friendly, all smiles, and even tried to tempt me into a Cotton Blues Cheesecake for dessert (I almost gave in!). The server who brought my order was just as warm and took the time to chat for a bit before the food arrived. Overall, a very pleasant experience. Next time, I'll be on the lookout for an Italian sub!

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G-Daddy's

5.0(5 reviews)

26.3 mi

Have good wings. The wait wasn't extremely long either and the dining area was clean.read more

Great pizza! We got the four-meat and it was delish! Strongly recommend! Would definitely order…read moreagain!

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Trattoria Pizzeria

4.2(54 reviews)

45.0 mi

It's always a pleasure to find a good pizza spot. This one takes the cake! With delicious bread…read moreserved before the meal, an incredible server, and plenty of menu options, this is a perfect stop for a slice! The Philly cheesesteak pizza was delightful. Spacious dining area. Quality food at a price that didn't break the bank. Thankful for this find!

Great place, amazing pizza...great service . Shared a pizza with a friend. So good so much took…read moresome hime with me. A fun place to have a great meal

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Pasquale’s

3.2(42 reviews)

21.4 mi

Wonderful atmosphere and people here. Quick service. The owner came out and asked us how the food…read morewas. The food was great. I love their garlic bread.

I have being hearing from locals about this place and their salad bar. When you go in you can go…read moredirectly to the salad bar line. Very clean! You have two kinds of greens, three proteins, and lots of toppings to choose from. When you go to pay you weigh it. It is very reasonable priced. You can also order cauliflower crusted pizza if you are gluten free. They also have pizzas, calzones, and sandwiches to order. Stop in and enjoy!

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Fox's Pizza Den

3.7(30 reviews)

85.5 mi

Ordered the Chicken Rancher 6" gourmet pizza. Not the best pizza I've had (I prefer the super thin…read morecrust) but it ranks up there. Got out of the place for less than $10. The toppings went all the way to the edge of the crust so there was no bite without the toppings. They didn't skimp on the toppings either. Even though it was a 6" pizza it was plenty for a 1 time meal - no leftovers - which was fine as I traveling and didn't have a good place to keep the left overs. I think this was the 2nd time I had been here and have not been disappointed. Staff was very helpful and friendly I would definitely suggest this to other pizza lovers. As a P.S. apparently they serve a 30" pizza as well. No way I would have room for all them leftovers but it may be worth it.

Management is pretty concerning, the female manager makes disparaging and personal comments about…read moreothers and their looks, which I didn't think should be workplace discussion. Raises a lot of questions about professionalism, boundaries, and wether or not those comments could influence how you're treated there. Service is great, but even working there myself in the past it seems like that's always been something that this place struggles with.

Small pizza with Italian sausage and onion

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Harp & Hound

4.5(22 reviews)

26.4 mi

This was a terrific surprise. We were passing through and were hungry for pizza. We considered a…read morePizza Hut nearby, but then H&H was recommended to us. Turned out to be awesome, so I am passing the recommendation along. From the outside it looks like the last place you would go for pizza. It's in an old historic building in downtown Ellisville. But don't judge a book by the cover. They have a number of unique, creative pizzas in addition to the usual toppings and stuff. I took a chance on a "Paul Deen" pizza with pimento cheese and bacon and it was pretty good. My wife had a burger that she thoroughly enjoyed. The flash-fried brussels sprouts appetizer was very good as well. Our server Adysin was super friendly and answered all of our out-of-towner questions. Everyone was welcoming and nice. I would not hesitate to go again. Highly recommended. Check it out for yourself.

Great staff Good food but skip the onion rings. Had the…read morehamburger with bacon. Perfect.

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Steak Bomb with Fries

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Fox's Pizza Den

3.2(32 reviews)

73.5 mi

Fox's Pizza is where it's at! We love the very clean surroundings ! Great service! The Pizza and…read morePasta is always delicious! A great place to dine in or use take out! Susan Laird Tony Laird

great pizza and friendly staff! they have wedgies, pasta,, wings, and sandwiches as well as fries.read more

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Toney S.

6 months ago

I'm rewriting this because my original review was deleted shortly after I posted it, which is disappointing in itself. I recently visited this restaurant and, to be fair, the food was excellent and the staff provided genuinely great service. The employees were friendly, attentive, and clearly working hard to give customers a good experience. However, my experience behind the scenes tells a very different story. I personally witnessed management yelling harshly at employees in a way that was uncomfortable and inappropriate. One particular night, I saw an employee being yelled at to the point that she was visibly crying, yet she stayed for the rest of her shift and continued helping customers with a smile. That level of professionalism says a lot about her, but no one should be treated that way at work. On top of that, I've also observed owners drinking while on the job. During these times, they were yelling, fighting, and arguing about their personal life and marriage while on the clock. This kind of behavior doesn't just create a stressful environment for employees, it also makes customers at the bar visibly uncomfortable and detracts from the overall experience. I've also been back recently, and the lack of employees was honestly astonishing. It's clear the remaining staff are doing everything they can to keep things running, which makes their effort even more commendable, but it also raises concerns about why so many people are no longer there. The employees have consistently handled themselves with professionalism despite everything, which speaks volumes, but they deserve to be treated with basic respect and dignity. I'm sharing this again because it deserves to be acknowledged, not deleted. I truly hope changes are made, because the staff deserve the same respect and decency they show to customers every day. read more

John W.

3 years ago

Friendly staff,amazing cauliflower crust.not to much sauce like other pizza places,highly delicious and recommended

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(9 reviews)

I was about to turn onto Hwy 49 for a steak in Hattiesburg. My wife mentioned the steaks at Sam's…read morePlace were good (according to other teachers at Mize). I was skeptical but we've eaten there before and the food was good, so I figured they'd be alright. In my effort to always make her happy, we went to Mize, ordered ribeyes and then spotted a plate of fried oysters going to the table next to us. I looked so good I couldn't resist ordering some. Both were Amazing! I can't even order a steak in Hattiesburg. I keep putting it off until I can go back to Sam's Place. Plus, I have fried oysters on my mind like a song you can't get out of your head. Advice: Relax and enjoy your dinner company. It's not pre-cooked, so you'll have to wait! But you'll be glad you did.

For Mize this is one of a VERY few restaurant options in the area. It has the potential of being…read morethe best restaurant in the area except every time I've visited they seem to be out of things. So I've been here multiple times and put my order in here multiple times and it seems that every time they are out of something so I have re-order again. I can adapt and adjust for most things such as having to change to a different side (even though they seem to be out of nearly all the sides but a couple so it degrades into me having to play a guessing game of "OK so what sides are available?") and then finding out quite awhile later they are out of the entree you ordered as they are bringing food out to the other people at your table. My mom refuses to visit here anymore because of the constant required guessing game of what exactly is available to order. The final straw for me was when I got a basic burger and I told my server "I absolutely hate ketchup and mayo and I ONLY want mustard as a condiment on my burger" to then have my burger delivered and then be told they are out of mustard. Unfortunately I have had of late so many bad experiences with so many restaurants now having no mustard or only having it in the irritating little packets I now just keep creole mustard in my vehicle at all times for situations just like this. I would suggest sticking to the steak and steak tips in general here and before you even drive here I would call ahead to confirm what they have available to go ahead and put your order in to make sure they will have what you want before you make the journey to this joint. The servers are really friendly here but sometimes they are a bit on the slow side, even when nobody else is in the restaurant, so getting a refill on your drink can take longer than other places such as across the the street at The Mize Hamburger House that always has great service and always has things in stock. Overall I guess this spot is a victim of their success and I like to guess they have possibly gotten so popular they quickly sell out of items and then they are so busy the kitchen can't keep the servers updated on what is currently available. Although I've had issues even when I was the only person in the restaurant... This spot definitely has a lot of potential but I'm taking a good long break from eating here as I can't play the Russian roulette game of what is left to eat here all the time anymore. I have limited time and budget with my current work taking me to various spots so I need more reliable outcomes as I'm usually having to hurry so when I get a moment to enjoy a meal I need to NOT have to go back into hurry hurry mode because what I ordered ain't dere no more as the last one already got eaten for the day.

Vic's

4.1

(81 reviews)

Great home cooked foods. Best breakfast in Laurel. Lunch is terrific too with daily blue plate…read morespecials.

Awesome food. Always a crowd pleaser! Great southern hospitality and good home cooking. Servers…read moreare quick, dining area is clean! Food is delicious. Ate here about 5 years ago and just as delicious today! Clean plate club!

Up In Smoke

4.8

(4 reviews)

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.

Big O's Seafood

3.8

(13 reviews)

Our favorite place when in town. Amazing food, friendly folks and the best seafood!!! Love this…read moreplace!!! 5 stars......

Delicious food, when they get it right. The service is 50/50 because the people are kind but they…read moreare always hustling around and find it hard to get your order correctly. They are great for takeout, and the ambiance is nice as they have a well lit and warmly decorated dining area.

Pearl’s Diner

4.3

(251 reviews)

Pure southern hospitality and food! The fried chicken is to die for!! Service is warm and inviting…read more They make you feel like family Mac n cheese, Devine! Fried okra perfection! This is the best diner in all of the south east. Hands down, nothing comes close.

I found this restaurant from watching HGTV and decided we will eat there. My thoughts:…read more Customer Service: 10/10 Food: 2/10 I am giving it a 2 out of 10 because the presentation was perfect. However, I've never had any cold chicken and cold hard Jalapeño bread. In my conclusion, the food was yesterday's food. You may ask me how do you know? We arrived at 11:05 to place the order. We got our food at 11:15 which was quick. The chicken was cold. The mac & cheese was semi-warm and my okra was semi warm. You don't get this kind of food if a business opens at 11 AM and you receive your food at 11:15. That's why I am calling it yesterday's food. I wanted to ask so badly for them to just put it in the microwave because I saw it on HGTV and I wanted my food to be really great and I wanted to write a really good review for this business. However, I was highly disappointed. Now I am sure the food is probably hot on Sundays after people getting out of church in the south and all those good things. However, I was disappointed on a Thursday! Highly disappointed! The business is only open 3 hours a day so how could this happen? I am just glad we didn't have to stand in line for an hour and 30 minutes for some cold chicken. And I'll leave it at that!

Grill Los Charros

4.0

(13 reviews)