Years ago this place had the best steak sandwich. I decided to give it a try since I had not been in forever due to it being a nasty dump. They did a remodel recently and it stays packed so in I go. An employee is at the end of the counter chatting with someone across the counter. She sees me and says nothing. The person on my side of the counter says "she can help you down here". I walk down and the employee makes a remark about being difficult to see her, I'm guessing because she is of a petite stature, but I had already noticed her down there with her long black hair looking at me, but not calling me down As I walk down, another lady comes up and takes my order instead. I order the Rustker steak sandwich , I ask her what comes on it and she says lettuce and tomato, I mention no tomato.I also order the onion rings and a diet Dr Pepper. I wait maybe 5 to 7 minutes for my food. I get out to my car and realize that it's all cold. The onion rings are cold. The steak sandwich is cold. The steak sandwich has lettuce, mayonnaise tomato, and pickles on it. I removed what I did not want from the sandwich and ate maybe half of it and three onion rings and threw the rest away. The steak sandwich is no longer good. Even if it was hot it is nothing but a thin chopped patty. It used to be something they hand battered in the restaurant when I ate it years ago. The onion rings are absolutely tasteless. Even with salt added, they were flavorless. This entire meal cost me $17 and I can assure you that I would have enjoyed trashy McDonald's better. 0/10. Do not recommend. read more

The burgers tasted like anything but beef had to be human an they got are order wrong the first time an the owner or the lady in charge at the time acted like it was my fault they mad my food wrong would of rather McDonald tbh read more

Had a chicken gizzard basket from Stark's Family Restaurant! Honestly never again, I received 5 gizzards and refried french fries for the cost of $9.95. Chicken gizzards market prices are $1.99-$2.50 per pound! Yet I was served not even an 8oz serving and with old twice fried french fries. Called and spoked to would be manager on duty, she didn't even try to fix the problem. I absolutely say avoid at all costs, unless you wish to throw away money! read more

The hamburgers are really good but the chicken fried steak is made with mystery meat have no idea what it is.

This is the best little treasure I have come across in soooooo long! Just Wow! The food is so good I have eaten here for lunch 10 of the last 10 days and have yet to be disappointed! I wish I could give them 50 stars thank you for all the awesome food and service! read more

I love Starks, the service is always great and I eat there every now and then when I'm able to eat out. I purchased a hamburger steak plate, I order every time when I eat there.... A piece of hair was embedded in one of my French fries. Apparently their not wearing hair nets because this wouldn't have happened. This incident makes me hesitant to return... read more

Lots of cars. Drive thru was packed. Cheese curds were herby and the sauce with it was nice. Catfish was my second favorite. I had Lima beans and field peas. Both needed salt. Given the customer volume I'm assuming this is some of the better food around. God help the good people of Mississippi. read more

Stark's - the inside of a fast food restaurant - Southern Near Me - Hazlehurst, Mississippi

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Went in for lunch on 2-28-24, ordered hamburger and fries with a side of fried green tomatoes (extra) $4. Burger was great, but the tomatoes where literally soaking with grease and COLD! Went to the counter to try and have another order made for me and was told the bowl was hot, basically I was lying to her. Needless to say no replacement or refund even offered. Do better Starks first time ever been treated with such nasty attitude. The lady at the counter was the same that was at different times bussing tables had a boot cast on foot. read more

Excellent! Wonderful cheese burger and grilled shrimp salad. Very friendly and delicious. read more

They have the best hamburger steak to die for grilled onions gravy French toast fries for a great price !

Nothing to look at on the outside or inside for that matter but Damn, the catfish was fresh, juicy and delicious. The staff was very nice. Order at the counter and have a seat. Glad I skipped the fast food joints and stopped at Starks. My wife had the burger and wolfed it down. Says it's the best burger she's had in years. Great job y'all! read more

The food is good. It is kind of like a diner atmosphere. Try the blooming onion extra crispy. We will go back here.

I would drive 50 miles out of my way to get another burger here. Literally the best hamburger I have ever eaten. At least 1/3 lb meat so perfectly cooked. Get it fully dressed with cheese! The definition of a hidden gem. Friendly folks. Don't judge this book by its cover. read more

Perfect example of Mississippi roadfood. This family owned diner/dairy bar is a local favorite. I try to eat here as often as I can. Breakfast lunch or dinner. All good. Super nice people working here to boot. Get the bacon cheeseburger. read more

Stark's - Yes. Yes. Yes. - Southern Near Me - Hazlehurst, Mississippi

Passing through town, saw lots of cars in their parking lot (usually a good sign), and decided to try it. Bad mistake. Both my wife and I ordered off their plate lunch special with totally different meat items and vegetables. ALL tasted like they were cooked previously and sitting on the counter for an hour. My wife ordered the chicken fried steak (size of a McDonald's chicken nugget), I ordered the chicken livers (decent portion, but just not even warm). Very disappointing and underwhelming meal. read more

Skip the chain eat local, awesome burgers and shakes, the catfish platter was very good as well. This is a little gem we found on our travels!! read more

Stark's - Southern Near Me - Hazlehurst, Mississippi

Best burgers in town !!! We love eating inside and the staff is great . Polite courteous staff.

Don't let the exterior fool you. This is the best hamburger you'll eat all month. Iced tea was fresh and the ladies behind the counter made good suggestions. read more

Starks has been around this area for many years. It used to be very affordable, but not anymore. The prices have sky rocketed. Food is good if you can afford it. read more

This place is the best place to eat in copiah county period end of story. Ya dig? The bacon cheeseburger gives me life like no other. No female has come to close to making me feel as loved as this restaurant. If you respect yourself and others, eat here, and then come back again. read more

Normally pretty good last few times not so much. Breakfast this morning was cold, toast wasn't toasted, seems like they need new help. Same thing the last time with burger and fries-cold. There's really no reason for that except laziness. read more

Go for the local fare! The food was great, lots of homemade and fresh fare to choose from. A little slow, but worth the wait. We tried the burgers, catfish sandwich, onion rings, kids chick strips, corndog, fries, pecan pie (sadly prepackaged Sara Lee), and milk shakes. Yum, to all and WWAAYY better than fast food! Bathrooms are small and could use tidying up, but it wouldn't stop us from coming back. read more

Small but cozy family restaurant. My boyfriend went there for breakfast all the time, and he first brought me there for breakfast. The sandwich is just AWESOME~~~like mama's cooking. And of coz it's unlike those fast food / chain stores...all in allots just two thumbs up! read more

Everything is frozen. We had the shrimp platter. Before I ordered I asked if they were fresh and butterflied. I was told yes on both counts. My son even refused to eat his burger. I tasted and it tasted freezer burnt. Will not go back again. read more

Pure greasy, tasteless, pre-frozen food slowly served by very nice people. The catfish was fresh but fried to the max. The chocolate shake was devine as well as the iced tea which was not overly sweet. read more

Roadside diner in a small town. Good location near I-55 exit. The fried catfish was actually pretty good. The shrimp poboy was made with what looks like the popcorn shrimp in the frozen food section of the grocery. The sundaes etc. are made with soft serve vanilla ice cream. The diner has all of the standard chicken strips & burgers as well as tacos (??) and some other random items. Better than fast food but I wouldn't make a special trip. read more

Nice and friendly old school diner

Good home-style food; but, you can also order quail or steak! I like their chicken-fried steak. The catfish is good, too. The hot fudge cake is outstanding! read more

After dove hunting we popped in. I had the fried chicken gizzard plate, wife and kids got breakfast. All the food was good. It may not look 5 star, but I assure you it's worth stopping and eating !! read more

If you need a stop to eat off the highway this place is alright. Chicken fried stake was alright. Service was alright. The gravy seems as if it was straight out of a can. But all around alright. read more