Living in Jackson, MS, you learn to live without certain things. Fact of the matter is, we just…read moredon't get the big-name concerts and performers here in lil' ole' Jackson. I've grown to accept it, but I think it's a damn shame because I bet tons of performers would love a chance to play at Duling Hall-- one of the coolest venues you can check out in the Southeast. Located inside an old, converted elementary school, Duling Hall is host to several different businesses, including the most popular concert venue in town. Also inside Duling, you'll find Saltine and Babalu (AMAZING food, you can check out my reviews of them!) and my favorite salon in town, Smoak. The concert venue is a really, really neat atmosphere. It's split into two sections, with one being a bit higher up than the other. The lower level is usually standing room during big concerts, while the upper area will often have tables and chairs. The upper area is where the bar is too! During some shows I've seen here, like the burlesque shows that come through occasionally. The stage is relatively low to the ground, so during shows like that, it's easy for the performers to interact with the audience which is super fun. As far as showmanship and technicalities, Duling does an amaaazing job with the concerts. The lights are always on point. The acoustics are fantastic. It's a very spacious venue with crazy high ceilings and some huge windows, so you won't feel too claustrophobic. Ardenland, a local entertainment company, handles all the bookings for Duling and they get some really high-quality, awesome acts here. Even if you've never heard of who's playing, it's always a fun time to head down to Duling and listen to some live music. The best part is that after the show, you're within super-close walking distance of some of Fondren's best bars (The Apothecary, Fondren Public, Caet) so the night can keep going and you can keep jamming!

Fondren is luck to have many wonderful attractions. This is one of the best assets in my opinion…read more This beautifully restored school now houses shopping, restaurants and an event space. Duling Hall hosts many wonderful events each week. From stand up comics, to church services. We are luck to have Ardenland booking the acts for this space. If you have not attended a concert or other event here you really need to. It is an intimate setting with an open bar (the bar is converted to a coffee bar for church services). If you want to find out what is going on here check out www.ardenland.net You will probably be surprised at the number of events that take place in Duling Hall each week.

This place differently does not look like the pictures you will see on the internet. I came here on…read morea Saturday night and it was a very young crowd. I mean there were a lot of people with "x's" on their hand. They were charging a $5 cover and there were not a lot of people there outside of the people at a party in a private area on the side of place. It shares a building with another bar/restaurant called the 4th and Goal Sports Cafe. They have a huge parking lot that it shares with the other businesses located in the strip mall that it is in. It is a dimly lit joint that has 2 pool tables, a bar in the back, an indoor deck above the bar that you can rent out, a huge dance floor/open space with a few tables and chairs set up around it. There is also a stage and screens with television programming projected on them. For some reason they had hockey playing on them while I was there. They had a DJ playing all the hot hits. That was the best part of the night club by far. All and all, I was not very impressed and found myself yawning and saw many people leaving after only a few minutes of coming in. I was in bed by 11. I thought Saturday's were its best night, but I could be wrong.

The bartenders are overcharging the AFRICAN American customer. I was visiting from Memphis, I am a…read moreLaw enforcement officer and observed this practice taking place. I watched the bartenders conversing after ordering a drink and stopped the bartender before preparing my drink only to fill my glass with ice to water down my drink. Black people, you are being jacked and over charged for your drinks. Wise up!!!!$14 I paid for a Hennessy and Grand Mariner drink. Unreal!!!!!

I've been coming here for years when I'm in Jackson. Colorful place, great staff and wonderful live…read moremusic. The food is delicious and I enjoyed the flavor. My only suggestion for this long standing business is to upgrade their chairs/booth because they are falling apart, and look worn/dirty. Ill be back next time I'm in the sip!

Hmmm, not a lot of vegetarian options and almost nothing for vegans. But, if you ask, they'll…read moreprepare a vegan side salad (not on the menu). For vegetarians, the brussel sprouts are incredibly rich and cheesy, as are the grits. They were out of black bean burgers and a few other menu items. They were also out of tea bags when we were there, but they did have ok drip coffee. Really people come here for the live music and the company.

Toody gave my family excellent service! The food was hot, and the decor was very nice. Cute jars.read more

I love IHG...never had a moment where I was not satisfied. My visit today was a lunch meeting and…read moreour server Jarvis was phenomenal!

Went Monday so Fried Pork Chop special and I had the Cindy's Comeback Chicken Sandwich…read more Both very good - served fast and Hot. Great Service Plenty of room - easy parking Cool place with plenty of TV's huge bar Clean tables - liked it ...

We stopped for lunch. The sevice was great. We had fried pickles and hush puppies, they were…read moredelicious. I had the cheeseburger and fries which was delicious also. I love the way the place was decorated. I highly recommend.

This is a great date night spot. They have lots to do pool tables, giant jenga, cards and connect…read morefour. The bathroom was clean, and the vibe was on point. The music was legit and we really enjoyed ourselves. They had a decent selection of alcohol to choose from. I decided to partake in the Hookah and it was fairly priced with lots of flavors. I was guided to the right flavor and it was very tasty. They do serve food, but we were there for drinks and fun. I did see a plate wall by and it caught my eye.

Great bartender and people were very accommodating. Beer cold and music was good. What else can…read moreyou u want

If you enjoy getting raped on overpriced beer and mediocre food, this is your place. Order a local…read moreIPA from the bartender and get a blonde ale because she doesn't know about the local beers but she will charge you $10 for a warm can of it. Get the special too, thin sliced chicken breast with gravy for $18.

I was born and raised in Jackson and moved to Byram when I was almost 30. Today is the first time…read moreI've ever been to Old Tavern and I'm disappointed in myself that it's my first visit. Rustic little spot near the corner of West and George St. I always thought it was strictly a bar, which probably accounts for me never eating here before. Only one guy worked the dining room but he did a good job for the most part. I ordered the Old Tavern Burger with the house cut fries. I asked if they really were house cut and he told me they cut them when ordered. My food didn't take long to come out and everything was piping hot. When I saw the shine on that bun and felt how soft it was, I knew I was in for a treat. This was one of the best burgers I've tasted. The patty was fresh and well seasoned and not dry at all. The fries made me super happy, as they were not only fresh cut but seasoned as well. While I was eating, two guys from the kitchen came out to check on everyone to ensure everyone was enjoying their food. My first visit won't be my last!

Great place to have a cocktail or dinner Inside or outside…read morewe did both. Friendly service and good food and cocktails.

What a cool place! So much ambiance!! Crazy ambiance. The only reason not 5 stars: got the burger…read more- great. Cooked to temp and huge. Issues: up charge for switching to the portobello fries (awesome). Same price as regular fries so I m uncertain why there was an up-charge? I hate places that nickel and dime you. The ambiance is why i gave 4 stars. 1 star for up charge. Service from bartender made up the difference. Someone needs to manage the kitchen better! So much ambiance. Oddly, none of the staff really knew/ate the food which is why i got the burger- i am not a burger person, but that is pretty much all they knew. Feed your people the food!!

It was great to pop in and find a nice, new spot in Jackson. The Taste Bar & Grill was a pleasant…read moresurprise and gave the hubs and I Houston vibes, aesthetically. We loved the attention to detail on the decor and layout. The vibe and streaming music was nice and added to the experience. The hubs ordered an assortment of wings and I tried the oxtail pasta. The wings were pretty good. The oxtail pasta took quite a while to come out. The hubs had finished his plate before mine arrived. The new bartender was very kind and gracious when reporting on the delay. Upon arrival, the oxtail itself had a heat (like Jalapeño seed heat) that I wasn't prepared for, but the oxtail meat was falling off the bone and well prepared nonetheless. We didn't order drinks this time around, but will return when we're in the area for drinks, apps, and a vibe! Happy to see this new business in the area, and wishing them all the best.

Went with my family for Easter. Turns out it was basically a lounge that served food. Food was ok…read more, service was poor. Won't go back.

I just want everyone to know that they allow their staff to brush their teeth in the kitchen area…read morewhile fixing food! And when you say something about, you're the one that's kicked out.

Just when you think that you've gone to Jackson, MS and there is nothing to do but breathe air,…read moreFrank Jones appears. I was taken here by a couple of my cousins who live in the area, while visiting family for the weekend. I loved the place! Great blues music by a live band was being played, while some patrons danced in the front of them. The drinks - nice and strong! Buckets were cheap and so were shots! Seating is very limited and along the front on the right as soon as you arrive in. There's an outside area for smoking or airing out your armpits. Be careful leaving; the cops like to hang out in the lot across from joint and will snag you if you're leaving inebriated. Grab a cool shirt!