Best French Dip sandwich in the State. Hidden gem with great service. Been in business for at least 40 years.

Was solo on a Saturday night and wanted to go someplace where I didn't feel weird dining alone on a weekend evening, and maybe read a book while I ate. Proffitt's Porch was absolutely perfect. It was a grey, rainy evening, and there were only a few other people eating outside (the deck is covered, so you can easily eat outside when it rains). With the soft gentle rain, the still water in the adjacent lake, frogs chirpring, and brids singing in the surrounding woods as the sun set and darkenss crept in, it was HEAVEN. I ended up not even reading my book -- I just sat back, relaxed, listened to the frogs, and gazed at the water & woods. I ordered a sandwich and a beer, both of which hit the spot. Service was friendly and I wasn't rushed. read more

The food and atmosphere were outstanding! The owner made sure we were seated outside.

Haven't eaten here in probably over 20 years but it was just like I remembered. The family and I enjoyed a very good lunch. Choices made included smoked turkey, steak and cheese and BLT sandwiches. A cup of taco soup and a cup of red beans and rice were added. Fresh salads. The homemade ranch dressing is very good. All of the food was delicious. Wonderful friendly service provided by Leevie. Great local restaurant recommendation. read more

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A favorite place. Great food and service and a beautiful location. There are stairs but they will bring you order to your car. Weather permitting, eat on the patio amid the Hummingbirds. Might even get to see the Eagles that nest nearby. read more

We have been eating here for over 30 years and it's just as good as the first time we came, only then, we could swim in the lake to the floating dock! Sit on the covered deck and watch the 100s of hummingbirds, while sipping on their sweet tea. The red beans are simply a must! It's one of the best and most traditional styled red beans and rice dishes you'll find in this area. I always order the Cam. Named after the son, it's reminiscent of a muffuletta and pairs well with the red beans. My wife usually gets the chef salad and plenty of Comeback Sauce for dressing. Truly a Southern delicacy, the Comeback Sauce is a must try. If you've got a hankering for something sweet, you must try the chess pie, baked in-house. Absolutely divine! read more

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The food is great! It's fun sitting outside on the patio. The staff was super sweet! It's definitely a great afternoon lunch spot.

Classic down-home (very) relaxed comfort. Friendly service. Good prices. I had some authentic (and great tasting) gumbo with a cold beer. I'll definitely go back to try some other dishes. read more

This is always a stop for us when we visit Columbus! Awesome sandwiches, salads, and desserts, if you leave this place hungry then that's on you! read more

My mother's favorite place to eat! Food is always good and the service has always been excellent. The atmosphere is pleasant in the woods by the water! read more

lovely quiet place to grab lunch with a friend or your parents or whoever. the food and service are both perfectly no-frills: you know exactly what you're getting, and you get it as good as you're gonna get it just about anywhere. highly recommend read more

Everything was hot and fresh for our Sunday afternoon lunch on the Porch. A nice family restaurant with friendly employees. Thank you! read more

Proffitt's Porch - A view of the lake from the Porch. - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbus, Mississippi

Awesome food great service great atmosphere love this place always have loved five stars for sure

I can't tell you the first time I went to Proffitt's Porch, but rest assured it was AT LEAST 30 years ago. And I always stop by whenever I'm in the local are and it NEVER disappoints! I love the fact that this is down a long and windy road, away from the city noises and off the beaten path on a beautiful little pond in the woods. It even has a beach are and volleyball court set up, so don't be surprised if you stop by and see people just hanging out on a beautiful day! My #1 go m-to is their Smoked Turkey Sandwich with all the fixins. Nothing pretentious about the food, just absolute perfection! Sandwiches are served with a bag of chips in a red-plastic basket. Man I love this place. You NEED to stop by...then you can thank me later! read more

Proffitt's Porch - Smoked Turkey Sandwich...the "whole" is monster big and so tasty!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbus, Mississippi

One my favorite places. The red beans and rice is great. The sandwiches are wonderful as well. The atmosphere is perfect and the service is excellent. A great hidden gem. read more

I absolutely love this spot. I take parents here every time they come into town to visit. My mom goes crazy for their gumbo&garlic toast. I always get a sandwich-- it reminds me of my favorite po boy shop in NOLA (where I resided before I moved to Columbus). I also love that it's just outside of town tucked away. It's quiet and peaceful. Great place to get a pitcher, eat an incredible sandwich, and hang out with your friends. Love the feel, love the food, and the service is always good as well. Also-- get the dessert. You WONT regret it. read more

Excellent sandwich had a plenty of meat and the bread was fresh. Got it to go so can't speak to the ambiance but the food was excellent gave me a dill sauce to try. Normally don't like creamy condiments but it was really good read more

Love this place! Their hot seafood pita (butter sauce) and cold seafood pita (comeback sauce) are excellent and my favorite! There is inside seating as well as outside seating. Kind staff! read more

One of the best sandwiches I've ever had! Got served immediately while they were busy and got my food in around 5-10 minutes after ordering. Overall very good service, food, and atmosphere. Will definitely be back! read more

Proffitt's Porch - Cypress Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbus, Mississippi

Campbell was super friendly on the phone when I placed my to go order, but driving to their restaurant was daunting to the say the least. My first time in Mississippi, so I was petrified driving down an unlit, highly forested area with a lake on either side of the road in super dark and rainy weather. It seemed to me that I was driving through the scene of my own horror film, but I really wanted that salad so.. Since it was very late, raining and there were no patrons inside, I parked at the base of their stairs and ran up the steps (mostly because I was surrounded by dark forest and what looked to be an abandoned mobile home) as quickly as I could. Once I got inside and spoke with Campbell my fears subsided. He was friendly and warned me to watch out for deer on my way back. I would still recommend folks to visit during daylight hours though haha The seafood salad had plenty of imitation crab and shrimp- wasn't able to finish it in one sitting. I liked the dressing that came with it, something like a thousand island. A decent salad that will fill you up. I was more so impressed with the red beans and rice. The flavors were nearly perfect, not too bold and they maintained the flavor and juiciness of the sausage. The beans weren't hard nor overcooked and it's clear they perfected the beans and rice. read more

Proffitt's Porch - Seafood salad w/imitation crab and shrimp 7/10 and a cup of red beans and rice 9/10 - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbus, Mississippi

The service is awesome. The atmosphere is the best ever really enjoyed the food Perfect place to dine at

Sandwich place in the boonies between Columbus and the TennTom waterway. I had The Cam sandwich and a cup of seafood gumbo. Both were very good. My bride had the Cypress Club and the chocolate chess pie. The pie was warm and fantastic. They were busy but we didn't have to wait and our food came out quickly. read more

It's one of our favorite places. Love sitting outside on the porch while eating it's so quiet and relaxing. Our food has always been good and so has our service. read more

Great atmosphere and service- sandwich's are superb. My fav is Cypress Club, cup of seafood gumbo, cold beer and chocolate chess pie- you won't regret it! read more

I've eaten here several times, usually on special occasions. This place is certainly a little off the beaten path. The food here is great, but the past part about Profitt's is the outdoorsy atmosphere of the place. read more

Food was Okay seafood sandwich was kind of a blah! My son had a BACON sandwich which also was boring I tasted but and it was also boing. All sandwiches come with chips again boring. The sweet tea, however was phenomenal. The waitress was nice and efficient and the porch is kind of a cool setting other than that not worth the drive. read more

Decent sandwiches, the outdoor patio is nice. Kind of out of the way but worth the trip.

Being a New Orleans native, I can tell you that The Cam is one of the best Muffalatas I've had in a long time. The atmosphere is great and that outside seating overlooking the lake is great. read more

Food is as great as I remember it. Moving back to the area after being gone for over 20 yrs and had to introduce my hubby to Proffitt's Porch! He loved the gumbo and said we will definitely be back! read more

Amazing views, great service, and wonderful food! This family friends place is the perfect getaway for those who are HUNGRY and want a yummy sandwich. The bread is delicious and they give you so much meat! The portions are huge honestly! read more

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Great location out in the woods. Very laid back and scenic. Food was great! Worth the drive off the beaten path.

Very much in the middle of nowhere. Don't be fooled by the sketchy driving directions. The food was homemade and very good. Fresh bread was the highlight of our sandwiches. read more

I absolutely love coming to Proffitt's Porch! Always so nice & the food is always good! The service has always been top notch!

It's right on the Tombigbee River. Close to the back entrance of the Columbus AFB. Draft beer in icy mugs are a draw. As are the lakeside kegs on ice and sand volleyball in the summer months. The porch is the place to sit but inside has A/C. Seafood roll, beans and rice were winners. Dogs ok. Super nice staff. read more

Proffitt's Porch - The porch. - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbus, Mississippi

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Great lil spot, 2 meals in one. Come on a sat afternoon, get a cold beer and sandwich

This place has been 2 miles from my house for the last year and I recently discovered how great it is. I ordered to-go due to the coronavirus pandemic and this may be a new weekly ritual. I ordered the Seafood on French and it was delightful, the crab was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the Cypress Club and she loved it as well. Buy local! read more

Pro tip. Get ranch with whatever you order. Great sandwiches. No phone signal. Side of red beans and rice. Bag of chips. Sit on the patio or don't go. Great staff. Great food. Great place to put down the phone and enjoy time with the family. read more

Family owned business- love. Good vibes. Great service. The seafood sandwich will have you so in love with this place .

Not familiar with the area we relied on yelp to guide us to this restaurant. Its in the middle of nowhere, there was 4 of us and we were hungry. We ordered seafood on french, a hot seafood pita, a cold seafood pita, and a french dip. Finished off with a chocolate chip pie and a chocolate chess pie. Omg. This place was spot on the bomb. If you are ever in the area i truly recommend this place. Food was awesome, service was awesome, decor was cute, and food came out quick. I only wish they had this place in florida, that way i could visit it more. read more

This place is a must every time we go back to Columbus. Their comeback sauce is amazing and I love dipping my chips in it. My husband always orders a pb&j (they're magical) as a side with anything on the menu. I love the turkey sandwich (first one on the menu.) Their pies are also sublime! I like the chocolate chess pie best. We also had our rehearsal dinner here before our wedding. It was the best atmosphere. Everyone loved the view of the lake and the food. read more