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14 Incredible Restaurants in Tupelo, MS You Need to Try

Elvis’s hometown serves a drive-in he loved, smoky barbecue from a bait shop and a rooftop dinner downtown.

Johnnie’s Drive-In

Elvis ate here, and his booth has a plaque. Order a cheeseburger and a cold RC Cola, the way he did.

Clay’s House of Pig

Barbecue from a kitchen built in the back of a bait and tackle shop. Order the St. Louis-cut ribs.

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Park Heights

An upscale Fairpark District dinner spot with a rooftop over downtown. Fish is the draw, from seared tuna to butter-poached halibut.

Vanelli’s Bistro

A Greek and Italian family restaurant that began in 1975. Order pizza by the pie or slice, like sausage and mushroom.

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Namaste Tupelo

An Indian restaurant that opened in 2025 with palace-style archways. Order a curry with naan, like the butter chicken.

Neon Pig

A butcher shop, seafood counter and food bar that breaks down whole local animals. Try the brisket tacos.

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Casa D’Italia

A sit-down Italian restaurant just north of Main Street. Order the chicken fettuccine Alfredo, or the Tour of Italy combo.

Crave

A pink dessert café on East Main Street with a string-lit patio. Order the skillet cookie, its signature.

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