-- Good Intentions, Poor Execution…read more Let me start by saying I wanted to like Don P's. Friday lunch, only three other tables occupied, and a menu that had real potential. Unfortunately, the experience fell short from the moment we walked in until we tracked someone down just to pay and leave. ________________________________________ First Impressions No greeting. No hostess. We stood at the entrance long enough to feel awkward before walking up to the counter ourselves to ask the basics -- do we seat ourselves? Is there table service? They clearly saw us, but ignored us. Not a great start for a sit-down restaurant. ________________________________________ Atmosphere & Presentation The décor is trying to do something, but it lands closer to glitzy-cheap than charming. More noticeable: the food arrived in takeout containers with plastic utensils, and drinks came in disposable cups. At a table-service restaurant. At lunch. No aprons, no uniforms on the staff -- nothing that signals "we take this seriously." ________________________________________ The Food OG Gumbo -- 3/10 I've driven hours out of my way for great gumbo. This wasn't it. Okra, andouille, chicken, shrimp -- the ingredients were there, but the broth was thin and watery in a way I've genuinely never experienced before. It's not the worst gumbo I've ever had (chain restaurants hold that title), but it was very substandard, a real disappointment. Cajun Pasta -- 2/10 This one was rough. Overcooked pasta, bordering on paste, and salted so aggressively it tasted almost intentional -- like Cajun seasoning AND an extra round of salt was added separately. Nearly inedible, and I don't use that word lightly. ________________________________________ Service Virtually nonexistent. We were ignored for most of the meal and had to physically hunt down our server to get the check -- so we could leave and go eat somewhere else. That about sums it up. ________________________________________ Final Thoughts Don P's isn't without potential -- the concept is there, and the food came out hot and fast. But hot and fast doesn't cover watery gumbo, over-seasoned pasta, disposable everything, and a staff that seemed indifferent to our presence. With some serious attention to food quality, service standards, and basic dining room professionalism, this place could be something. Right now, it's not. Would I return? No. Would I recommend it? Not yet.

5-Star Review Don P…read morein Meridian absolutely delivered! I tried the seafood pasta and it was honestly one of the best dishes I've had in a long time. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was rich and full of flavor, and the seafood was fresh, seasoned just right, and generously portioned. You can tell they put real care into the meal. Every bite had that perfect balance of flavor that makes you stop and say, "yeah... this is it." The service was friendly, the atmosphere was great, and the food came out hot and fast. I'll definitely be back -- and if you go, do yourself a favor and order the seafood pasta. It's worth every penny.

Saw the Jump Start trailer at a local business and had to turn around and grab a few beverages. My…read moreson, the tea connoisseur, wanted a Chai Tea, I got a mocha frappe. My son really enjoyed his tea and the mocha frappe was delicious. My sister-in-law wanted a White chocolate Mocha latte and she also enjoyed it.

This is the bestest, yummyest coffee in town! JumpStart's owner/operator and her assistant are both…read morefriendly as well as highly skilled baristas. If you love coffee, Google this coffee truck's location and give them a try for a real coffee treat!

Such a great little Mexican food truck with plenty of options and good tasting food. We had a…read morechicken quesadilla and a carne asada burrito and both were delicious! Topped with some salsa and hot sauce and it was the perfect spot at our arts festival. Friendly and fast service too!

I decided to try a local food truck here in Tuscaloosa Alabama. Usually I am cautious when ordering…read morefrom food trucks. This particular food truck has been the talk of my job recently with everyone going there on lunch break. I decided to give them a first try and I must say I was caught by surprise. The service was excellent and I was treated as a loyal customer. The employees help me decide on what to get because I was unsure what was the best option. However, I decided to go with just tacos and I must say they were outstanding. I hope this food truck has outstanding more business opportunities because it is worth it .

These guys have the best pulled pork in town. The beef brisket was equally as delicious.read more

Tried Crooked Letter Food Truck, owned and operated by a Marine vet, while it was in the downtown…read moreJackson area, and it did not disappoint! I ordered the Kickin' Chicken--a grilled chicken breast with smoked bacon (I forgot to say "no bacon"), pepper jack cheese, pickles, and their signature Humpback sauce, all served on a Kaiser roll stamped with a charred Mississippi logo topped with a chef's hat. The craft beer-battered fries, also served with Humpback sauce, were crispy and flavorful. For dessert, I had the bread pudding, infused with house bourbon sauce (0% alc/vol) and topped with roasted pecans--rich, warm, and just the right amount of sweetness. The lemonade tasted more like lemonade Kool-Aid rather than homemade, but that was a small detail in an otherwise great meal. The food was delicious, and the customer service was excellent! It's always great to support a veteran-owned business--definitely worth checking out when it's in town.

Wow let me just tell you service was great and food came out so fast. Laid back atmosphere with A+…read morefood. Menu changes based on day of week but Friday is gonna be hard to beat. I'm a rare steak kind of girl but I might now be a lamb chick.

We stopped in Laurel on our way back to TX from vacation. We were debating on what to do for dinner…read morein the car and noticed this little food truck...so glad we stopped! I had the BBQ fried chicken sandwich with potato salad, hubs had the Philly Cheesesteak. Our 16 m/o was going to get the corn dogs but they ran out; he really likes shrimp and they were so kind to accommodate to his liking with 5 grilled shrimp (not on the kids menu) and fries. If we're ever in the area again, I would stop and try some more of their items!

Great Service and friendly nice people they was talking to us while they got our orders readyread more

Omg OMg OMFGGGG, my taste buds were blessed today with an amazing pulled pork sandwich. My pulled…read morepork sandwiches usually consist of meat, barbecue sauce, and coleslaw. But today I didn't need neither. This sandwich was so tender so flavorful in that bread. OMG yeah that bread was like the best part so soft, almost melt in your mouth with the meat. Don't get me on the barbecue sauce because the barbecue sauce will have you slapin your mama. It is so good. The only thing that I would add is a little bit more spiciness to it but that's just me I like spicy but it was absolutely perfect. Me and my whole group absolutely enjoyed our sandwich and we were highly disappointed that when the parade was over they was done because we wanted some more. The service was great. They were fast and I believe that they were very clean family and African-American operated. They have been seen on the Food Network.. I was told by the owner that they smoke everything themselves and make everything themselves. We loved it. I wish they were in Atlanta. I'll leave here probably once a week.

I ordered the BBQ nachos. It has BBQ meat clearly on the picture but I was served corn chips with…read moreZERO meat and cheese and BBQ sauce. if You charged me less for the nachos I'd still leave a positive Review but charging more than 12 for NO meat BBQ is a racket!!! Service was admittedly good though, some girl brought me my order. She was great. Food wasbpretty and though!

Booked One Guy to bring the food truck to an office event for over 50 people. Confirmed with him…read morethe day before that he was still good to go. But then, the morning of, he cancelled on us and left us scrambling to find another way to feed that many people last minute.

This was my first time trying the food truck. I ordered the chicken (one time) with fries. It comes…read moreserved with pita; I was unsure on what to get but people told me you can never go wrong with the steak or chicken. It was delicious, but what's really commendable is how personable Chef K is and how great he is in remembering everyone's order without writing it down. I really don't know how to describe the food or the taste of it because it was covered in his special sauce (get that!) But if you're looking to try something different I recommend One Guy! -@mealswithmaka