We stopped at Weidmann's Restaurant in Meridian, Mississippi for lunch while traveling. Established in 1870, it's a historic downtown spot with plenty of charm. We had Felix's Special--Shrimp Remoulade Salad with a grilled pimento cheese and applewood smoked bacon sandwich on sourdough. Both were very good: fresh shrimp, and a well-toasted sandwich with smoky bacon and melted pimento cheese. Service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was pleasant. A solid stop if you're passing through Meridian. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant located in Meridian, Mississippi is Mississippi's oldest continuously operating restaurant. Since 1870, Weidmann's has welcomed everyone from railroad workers and weary travelers to soldiers and hometown heroes, earning its place in Mississippi's history. Founded by Swiss immigrant Felix Weidmann, the restaurant opened during Meridian's rise as one of the South's busiest railroad crossroads. During World War I, the restaurant temporarily relocated to Hattiesburg to help feed the thousands of soldiers training at nearby Camp Shelby. One of its quirkiest traditions is the complimentary peanut butter and crackers brought to every table. During World War II, butter rationing led the restaurant to serve peanut butter and crackers instead. Customers loved it so much that the tradition continues more than 80 years later. In 1935, when brothers Al and Fred Key took to the skies in their airplane, Ole Miss, they weren't just chasing a world record--they were trying to save Meridian's airport from closing during the Great Depression. They spent an unbelievable 653 hours and 34 minutes--more than 27 days--without landing. They stayed aloft by pioneering air-to-air refueling techniques. Their record stood until astronauts aboard Skylab surpassed the duration in space in 1973. One of the celebrations honoring their historic flight took place right here at Weidmann's, forever connecting the restaurant to one of aviation's greatest achievements. I ordered the shrimp and grits, and they were outstanding. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, the grits were creamy and full of flavor, and every bite tasted fresh and homemade. Of course, you can't leave without trying their famous peanut butter and crackers--a tradition that's become part of the restaurant's history. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was warm and full of character, and you can tell they take pride in preserving this historic landmark. If you appreciate great Southern food and places with a story to tell, Weidmann's is absolutely worth the stop. read more

See all

The oldest restaurant in Mississippi! How cool! My mom and I were driving from Birmingham to New Orleans when she looked at me and said "I want a steak." Absolutely wild road trip request, but I obliged. I'd never driven in to downtown Meridian, but it's a cute place! It was the Friday before Valentine's Day, so they were pretty packed, but we got a spot at the bar! Service was great, and we had fun listening to the local drama. It's a big building, with bathrooms and the main dining room upstairs. There is an elevator. I got the shrimp scampi, which was good. I'd love to give this spot 5 stars, but must admit I thought the food was only slightly better than Olive Garden quality. However, I'm guessing this is a stand-out ambiance and dinner option here. read more

See all

Old-hotel turns to a restaurant. Lots of character all around a cozy,warm ambiance. We made reservations for a busy Friday night, and glad we did. We ordered the blackened red fish and of course had the black bottom pie. Overall, good, and food came out quickly. Known to be the oldest restaurant in MS, a solid choice when in downtown Meridian. read more

See all

I found this place on the way to Gulf Shores, since we were staying the night in Meridian we thought we would grab dinner here. Love the old building, they prove to be the oldest restaurant in Mississippi . They start you with peanut butter and crackers, which is kind of fun and they say that it is a result from changes they had made during the depression back on the day . Pretty sure it's Jiff peanut butter.so kinda fun but coats your pallet. They also serve warm rolls and butter after this. I'm pretty sure the rolls are from frozen and they were OK but just kinda ended up a bit gummy. I have a catfish Belvedere and while it was good, it definitely could've used enough sauce to cover the whole fish, my side was fried green tomatoes, and most of them are really good but one was like a half piece and mostly burnt . The sauce that went with the fried green tomatoes was supposed to be a comeback sauce, but it just tasted like 1000 mile into me, I ask for ranch and it was delicious.. My friend had the shrimp and grits, they were the most different that we've ever had. They were dry enough to maintain height, and the sausage was really weird and actually kind of gross. She really enjoyed the shrimp in the dish.. We share the peanut butter pie, and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. Service in general is really great ! read more

See all

3/2024: Fried green tomatoes with 1870 sauce This dish was huge for an appetizer, you get five tomato slices! Typically you only get three so that was nice that they give you a better bang for your buck. Shrimp only had the sauce flavor, i didn't taste any flavor or seasoning underneath that sauce. Breading and the tomato was great. Sauce I don't really know how to explain. It was sorta like a remoulade? With peppers and mushrooms. I'm not sure that I would get these with the sauce again. I think I'd like them better without it. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Fried Green Tomatoes with 1870 Sauce (March 2024) - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

Fantastic place right in the heart of Meridian,MS. (The birthplace of country music) I saw so many great plates just walking to our table that it was very hard to decide. At the table was a scoop of peanut butter and a mix of crackers. Great dinner rolls. We started off with the tomato-shrimp bisque. It was excellent! My wife had the shrimp and grits and she loved it. The bowl was large! I had the Redfish Hannah which was blackened and topped with a creamy sauce with shrimp and mushrooms. It was also excellent and a good sized portion. The service was great which you would expect for a landmark restaurant that has been in business since 1870. They had a great looking dessert menu but we will be indulging heavily this week and wanted to delay the sugar injections until at least Thanksgiving. read more

See all

Amazing. Pretty soon into my research for places to eat during our Deep South road trip, Weidmann's came up for dinner in Meridian. I basically chose the hotel based on its vicinity to this restaurant. It's a good thing, too, because I heard it was one of the few places that were open the Monday after Easter. It's supposedly been open since 1870 which is an incredible accomplishment. You get the vibe that they haven't changed much, and why should they? It is definitely part of the schtick of this place and I love every little bit of it. We were seated immediately on a Monday at prime dinner eating time. The service was excellent. Our server was fantastic and took exceptional care of us. She dropped off a little pottery with peanut butter and of course I thought to myself "what on earth?" Thank goodness for AI who explained that it is a relic of a butter shortage during WW2 which is SO cool. They have a drink menu that is very appropriate for the region. I went with the Ramos Gin Fizz which is in existence thanks to New Orleans. They also had another NO classic, sazerac, and wouldn't be a restaurant in the south without a mint julep (I don't remember for certain but I think it's a fair guess). The gin fizz wasn't quite as authentic as the original but it was enjoyable nonetheless. GF ordered a manhattan but theirs has a southern twist (southern comfort). We had to start with the fried green tomatoes. I've had these before elsewhere but these were, without question, the best I've had. They are of perfect thickness with the most incredible and crispy fried breading. Whatever that sauce they provide for dipping is, it's divine. The only downsides about this restaurant for someone like me, is that they have ZERO vegetarian options for mains. I thought about doing some salad and a bunch of sides bullshit but it was my birthday and I decided to go crazy and order the shrimp scampi pasta without eating the shrimp. There were many other really appealing options but for a very meat/seafood/poultry heavy menu, they have a lot of mushrooms. The scampi was good and refreshing, with a nice hint of lemon in the sauce. The noodles were of perfect texture. It was good but nothing I felt compelled to finish. I told GF that MS has very good catfish so she ordered the fried catfish with a side of potatoes au gratin. "It was good". When asked a follow up question "how did you feel about the catfish, "it was good". I took the rest of it back to our hotel for later. I also ordered their famous black something bottom pie, although this was a hard choice because their dessert menu is NEXT LEVEL. I have never heard of so many items (specifically types of pie) on the menu (that the server impressively memorized). I might go back tomorrrow and take some to go before we leave lmao. I'm so glad we decided to visit this place, a trip to Meridian is not complete without dining here. read more

See all

Very great service and the steak was tender and cooked to perfection. Side were great to. And the waiter was awesome. Very nice atmosphere.

Stopped in for Sunday brunch while enroute home north. We made a reservation. The southern ambience in this historical building set the tone for a quaint delicious southern meal. Our waitress Miss Hailey was excellent. Highly recommend. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Shrimp and Grits - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

See all

Historical Ambiance . Lots of great photos and paintings. Service was excellent. Prices were on point. Food was superb which is what it is all about. I had remoulade shrimp salad. Wife had the grits. Both dishes were excellent. Relaxed dining atmosphere. Casual attire is fine and kids are welcome: crayons and high chairs etc. read more

Loved the history! Food was great. Didn't really get the peanut butter thing. It tasted like regular jarred peanut butter tree e. Maybe if yall make some homemade and offer that. Would be cool read more

This place is legit. Hits on all three segments. Good food, good service, good atmosphere. I had the fried green tomatoes with 1870 sauce and the muffaletta. Both were delicious. I am sure you could put that 1870 sauce on just about anything and it would take it up a notch. The staff was attentive. My drink was never empty. They checked on me and provided updates regularly. If you find yourself in Meridian, this should be a must stop. read more

See all

My parents and I stumbled across this place on our way home, and what a find it was. From the moment we stepped inside, we knew we were somewhere special. The exposed brick and thoughtful décor struck the perfect balance--classic and nostalgic with just the right touch of modern style. We were immediately welcomed by the sweetest hostess (I hate that I can't remember her name--she had glasses, a beautiful smile, and the cutest dress). She greeted us with genuine warmth and hospitality that's hard to come by these days. She led us into the main dining room and seated us at a charming table dressed in crisp white linens. The space featured more exposed brick, tasteful artwork, and just the right amount of décor. The temperature was perfect, and the tables were spaced far enough apart to create an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. Our waiter arrived promptly and was both friendly and knowledgeable. He clearly knew his craft and took the time to walk us through the specials, making sure we felt confident and excited about our choices. We ordered sweet tea, which was perfectly brewed--not overly sweet, just right. The complimentary peanut butter and crackers were something new to us, but after reading about the history behind it, we appreciated the thoughtful touch even more. Our food arrived quickly, and everything was fresh and cooked to order. We tried the spicy chicken sandwich, the cheeseburger, and a special featuring a panini with a cup of gumbo. Each entrée came with perfectly cooked homemade chips. Every bite was spot-on--truly a 10 out of 10. Even though we were full, we couldn't resist ordering dessert--when in Rome, right? We chose the peanut butter pie and the famous Black Bottom pie. After one bite of those generously sized slices, we all paused and just looked at each other. I don't exaggerate when I say we unanimously agreed they were the best pies we've ever had. What started as a plan to sample a few bites and take the rest to go ended with two completely empty plates. We consider ourselves food lovers, and I genuinely couldn't find a single flaw in the entire experience. We live nearly three hours away and are already planning a trip back. If you've made it this far in my amateur review, thank you--and I truly hope you get the chance to experience this wonderful, history-filled gem for yourself. read more

Service was great, food was prepared well and very tasty. It has a great vibe! The margarita was fresh and the beer was cold. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Grilled salmon Caesar salad. - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

See all

Crab cakes on fried green tomatoes were amazing. I skipped the fontina and glad I did. So rich and filling. Had a side of broccoli with it and was perfect choice to offset the fried. Server was exceptional. She was attentive but never interrupted our family time. Loved the history of building and old school vibe. GM checked on us and was very friendly. Greeting staff were cute competent southern girls and they were a great welcome! read more

See all

My friend and I were in town for a conference and neither of us had eaten here. It did not disappoint. We were seated promptly and a server immediately appeared. The crawfish fettuccini and crab cakes were divine. The portions were so large that we both enjoyed our food the next night! Thank you for a memorable evening. read more

Found this place on Yelp. Was so excited to find it as it has so much history. The service was the best I have ever had. They were so nice about my allergies and offered choices. The peanut butter pie was to die for. The salad was massive as well. Will be back if in the area. read more

Went here for brunch yesterday, the food was incredible I ordered the southern breakfast & it was my first time trying fried green tomatoes- so freakin good!! My server Chris was so kind, friendly and attentive. He explained some of the history of Meridian that was so cool. I highly recommend stopping here if you're in town. read more

We drove 5 hours after hearing all the great things so we were a little disappointed. The service was amazing! Very attentive! The ambience is dim lighting and perfect for a date night. The place was clean! The food however, needed improving & a lot more seasoning! The Caesar salad was drowning in dressing to the point that I could not eat it! The crawfish & shrimp eggrolls had very little crawfish & shrimp inside, and I personally did not like the hardness of the homemade dough. They tasted old and reheated. They could've been served hotter and that, perhaps might would've made them taste fresher ‍ idk maybe!?! The fish dish that my husband ordered, I don't remember the name was not appealing to the eye, had very little seasoning, was a bunch of ingredients just mixed together and thrown on top & underneath with an inner black ingredient that we still do not know what it was! I guessed truffles, but my husband said it didn't taste like truffles so we don't know! The cocktails were good in nice size portions. We will not be returning on our next visit to Mississippi read more

See all

I was super excited about this dinner. On my way to Georgia from Texas and checked out the menu prior. That boudin stuffed Durok pork chop was calling my name. The good: best ranch dressing ever and those fried green tomatoes are something special. The not so good: the plating of the pork chop dish was very sloppy and the crawfish sauce was super salty and for me to say that, it had to be overly salted, the loin portion of the chop was money but the meat by the bone was pretty much raw. Sat at the bar and service was great. I'll stop here again but at $45, that dish didn't meet expectations. read more

See all

We went here yesterday as we were traveling from Alabama back to Dallas. We stopped here because it was a nice break and allowed us to get out the car. We didn't realize the restaurant required reservations but the host was super accommodating and made space for us in the cocktail area. The drinks and food were great, but if we come back I'd really explore the dessert menu. There was so much we wanted to get!! The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because they didn't have a changing table in the men's restroom and that just felt very archaic to me. Men change diapers too!! Other than that, I highly recommend if you're driving through. read more

See all

Weidmann's, located in the heart of downtown Meridian, is an interesting restaurant. There is a downstairs dining area and an upstairs sports bar type area. The downstairs feels somewhat fancy, with white table cloths, framed paintings on the wall, and intimate lighting. The food was pretty good. The menu offers quite a variety from pastas, to seafood, to steaks, and other entree options The staff was friendly, and the service was relatively quick. Our server gave us the daily specials and his personal recommendations. We were also given complimentary peanut butter to be served with the crackers already sitting on the table as an amuse bouche. To learn more about the restaurants history and why they serve peanut butter reference the picture that talks about Weidmann's history Some tips: Try one of the local beers on menu (both draught and by the can). Definitely try their complimentary peanut butter. Their shrimp scampi and shrimp and grits were delicious. Also, their upstairs room does trivia on Tuesday, and while their site says 8pm, it actually starts at 7pm (their Facebook has the updated time) Cheers! read more

See all

What a beautiful building. What wonderful history and tradition, since 1870, right? Oh, Weidmann's, I wanted so hard to love you. I have been to Weidmann's twice, the first time was at night, we walked in late with no reservations, we sat at the bar and ordered. My husband and I shared a bowl of black bean soup and an entree with blackened catfish. The catfish was not blackened and the black bean soup was thick like refried beans at your local Taco Bell. But, it was late, they were slammed, and we ordered food from the bar. What else did we expect, really? So, we forgave the lackluster food & service & decided to try again. Today we had reservations for 11:00. We were seated at the same time as a large party of very joyous and very noisy women. There were only two other tables occupied at the time, both in quiet corners at the other end of the room. I understand that people are seated with fairness to their servers, but I had to move my chair close to my husband so I could hear what he was saying. Don't get me wrong. These ladies were lovely & even apologized to us for being so loud. I just wished we could've been seated a little bit farther away from them. Sigh. Our server was sweet and courteous and cute as a bug. I ordered coffee with cream before my meal (bc we'd just tried unsuccessfully to get coffee at downtown Starbucks--a crazy disappointment, but that's the subject of another review ). Our dear server forgot my cream, and when he brought my cream, he forgot my spoon. (Character development note: our dear server is cute, precious & forgetful.) Our food--I don't know, maybe we just chose the wrong things. The quesadilla of the day was shrimp, which sounded good, but we should've known better. Shrimp and thick melty cheese is not good together. That's our fault. My husband ordered Catfish Belvedere. (FYI, my husband cooks & is ServSafe certified. IYKYK) He enjoyed & ate most of his catfish & sides until he got to the thicker end of the filet & saw it was undercooked. "Raw", he said. I ordered shrimp and grits. Cheddar grits are not usually used with this dish, but it sounded delicious. These grits were plated in a bowl & topped with a dollop of butter and a rich creamy sauce. Cheese, butter & cream sauce--one is fine, but all 3 was waaaay toooooooo rich. The grits were also topped with andouille sausage & "jumbo" shrimp. The andouille was not cut into easy bite-size pieces, it was difficult & messy to try to cut the sausage into pieces that I could comfortably fit in my mouth and chew. And the shrimp were NOT jumbo. I asked our dear server for water, but he forgot, so in the meantime I sipped some of my husband's water. When I reminded our dear server about my water, with a look of surprise he said--and I quote-- "Oh! Did you want your own water?" Y'all, I had to laugh, or I was going to cry. Or cuss. Or both. 5 stars for Weidmann's beautiful building, its 100+ year history, its traditions and for what it means to downtown Meridian. -1 star for disappointing food and -1 for disappointing service. read more

There's a reason places like this stay in business for so long. I love eating here every time I'm in Meridian The place has such history and such an ole school look. You can go as casual or as dressed up as you want and you never seem out of place. Steaks. Seafood. The menu has everything. They have an awesome draft beer menu that includes some unique local options from Threefoot Brewery. I had the special of the day: pan fried redfish with crab & mushroom white wine cream sauce. I wish I could have ordered 2. It was light, crispy and delicious. The service always nice and knowledgeable. If you ever stop Meridian, Weidmanns's is a must. read more

See all

Drove 100 miles to get to 'weidermans on a Sunday and arrived 30 minutes prior to their labeled closing time to be told that the kitchen had closed early. That's a terrible way to run a business a Christian city. read more

Unexpected brunch spot on the way to the Gulf. The menu included light and full meal options. Start with the fried green tomatoes with 1870 sauce. You're welcome! The service was attentive and the location in a historic building befit the oldest restaurant in Mississippi. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

We found this restaurant on Google Maps during our road trip from Houston to Richmond, VA, and we're so glad we stopped! We ordered the shrimp tortellini, the ribeye steak, and the Alfredo pasta (which I had). The pasta was cooked to perfection -- al dente and flavorful -- and the sauce wasn't the traditional Alfredo; it had a slightly spicy touch that made it really special. My nephew ordered the ribeye steak and said it was incredibly tender -- he could cut it like butter. My mom had the shrimp tortellini; she really liked it but the portion was too big for her to finish. Our server was very courteous and kindly offered the special of the day, making the experience even more pleasant. We also loved learning about the history of the place -- open since 1870! You can even read about it on the menu. To finish, we shared the pumpkin spice crème brûlée, which was delicious and the perfect seasonal dessert. Overall, a charming, historic spot with great food, friendly service, and warm atmosphere -- definitely worth the stop! read more

See all

Food service ambience "..........................................................................................."........................................... something's were missing off my fish like no shrimp and sauce plus fish was over cooked real bad read more

We had a lovely dinner here with family over the holidays. I tried the redfish Hannah which was delicious and I got it with the au gratin potatoes which was a perfect combo! The place was very busy and our server was so sweet and attentive. Would definitely dine here again! read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Redfish Hannah - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

See all

We were looking for a unique place since we were passing through Meridian, Mississippi. This place did not disappoint. Food, service, and atmosphere was divine. A must to try. read more

See all

The ambiance was great. We even had front row views to a Christmas parade! The food was tasty, though not the 'traditional' New Orleans seafood dishes I was expecting. The service was okay. Our waiter was nice, but didn't seem to know the menu or remember what we ordered. read more

I really wanted to like this place. The atmosphere is nice and the service was good. I love the history behind this restaurant, however, the food was not good and it was overpriced. My husband had the Crawfish Diablo. He said it was okay. I had the Chicken Ya Ya and it was terrible. Not fresh tasting at all and had this terrible sauce. We are relocating to Meridian, but I doubt we will ever go back, if I'm honest. read more

Some of the best catfish I've ever had - and I'm a Mississippi lady, so that is saying alot!! I was in town for a work trip, and Weidmann's was highly recommended by all the Meridian locals. I had a drink at the bar and ordered catfish and cheese grits. Service and food were amazing. Best decision ever! read more

This place is one of my go to places in the city. Like walking back in time, this place has lots of history in the city one of the oldest restaurants in town. The main dining room gives you a New Orleans vibe the menu is top notch you can't go wrong with anything you want. They have an upstairs this has a small dining area with a Full bar and small outside informal seeing on a balcony that overlooks the downtown city. It was nice but the extra care that you get down stairs is best to me. But if you want a place to just hang and relax upstairs is your spot. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant has it all--great food, terrific service, and the best ambiance for where you would like to go for a business meeting dinner, romantic dinner, or birthday party. You will not regret it. read more

Weidmann's Restaurant - Brunch meeting with (L-R) Dorothy M., Kathy E., Felicia O., Rita J. Weidmann's Grilled Salmon Salad Fried Green Tomatoes Sweet Tea - Steakhouses Near Me - Meridian, Mississippi

See all

Lovely authentic place w really good food and wonderful friendly service...if you are ever in Meridian you must eat there!

I had two dishes that I did not like. They took both of them back and I got what my wife was having which was pasta primavera. They were very polite and professional about it all. I'm still a big fan of this restaurant. read more

When I walked in, I felt like I was there before. The staff was very inviting. Take the stairs the pictures are awesome. Beautiful atmosphere, food exquisite. Miss Molly and Miss Amanda our server was exceptional. I can't wait to go back. Thank You David Chaney chaneyd68@gmail.com read more

Mar 2023 Came by a few times for dinner, probably one of the better places in the area. Limited vegetarian options though. I sat at the bar both times, downstairs and upstairs. The bartenders were quite busy with drinks over the timeframe. I had gotten the BLT the first night, and the chicken alfredo without chicken the second night. From my understanding, the BLT is just for lunch but I was lucky that it wasn't busy at the time and they were able to accommodate. Both were good. The fried green tomatoes worked well for the BLT adding good texture. The alfredo had nice flavor but I'd say I'd like more veggies to go along with it to balance it out. Without the chicken, it was much too much pasta for me in one go. The bartenders at both were good company which definitely added to the experience. If in the area I'd certainly stop by again for a spell. read more

See all