Jackson Classic: Pinky G’s Over 10 years in business, the downtown pizzeria has become a family — and Guy Fieri — favorite. by Melissa Thomasma photos by Jay Nel-Mcintosh
Pinky G’s, The pizzeria — a celebrated eatery in the heart of downtown Jackson — has been offering a delectable lineup of hand-tossed signature pies since opening in the early summer of 2011. “Over the last 10 years, it’s wild to think how fast time has gone by,” laughs Fay. “Looking back, it has absolutely exceeded all of my wildest dreams and expectations. We’ve gone from a ski-bum-lifestyle pizzeria to much more of a family-friendly atmosphere with great food.” Tucked beneath the iconic Pink Garter Theatre, less than a block from the Town Square, Pinky G’s began in a cozy little hole-in-the-wall. With distinctly relaxed, urban-eclectic decor, the restaurant initially aimed to feed a late-night crowd. “It started off being a staple as one of the places that’s open late,” Fay reflects. At the time, there weren’t many places to pop in and grab a slice and a beer after typical restaurant hours. While it’s still open until 10 p.m. and remains an ideal spot to enjoy an after-party snack, the restaurant’s
TOM FAY
is astonished that his restaurant,
has been operating for a decade now.
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