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Samantha Busby
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aving worked in the restaurant industry since she was 15, Samantha Busby thrives when she is serving guests and making them happy. She loves interacting with the people who make up the greater Jackson community, and she puts her passion for makeup and costuming to use when cosplaying in her position at Dogmud Tavern. Here are some of her local favorites.
August 4 - 31, 2021 • jfp.ms
1. Dogmud Tavern (681 S. Pear Orchard Road, Ridgeland, 601499-4932, dogmudtavern.com) Dogmud offers a variety of games, pub food, well-balanced cocktails and opportunities for both guests and employees alike to cosplay. The restaurant and bar also hosts regular trivia nights and gives away cool prizes to participants. My favorite items on the menu are the “Chib Nibs” and the “TPK-Sadilla.” 2. Certifiable Studios (267 S. Perkins St., Ridgeland, 601-6052594, certifiablestudios.com) The company creates extremely detailed board games featuring some of the most beautiful artwork you can find. “D6,” for example, is a fun adventure game.
3. Walker’s Drive-In (3016 N. State St., 601-982-2633, walkersdrivein.com) Along with an awesome wait staff, Walkers is one of the best places in Fondren to get a glass of wine. Walkers also has 30 some of the best loaded mashed potatoes in the metro.
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4. Fenian’s Pub (901 E. Fortification St., 601-948-0055, fenianspub.com) The Irish pub has a very customer service-oriented staff, as well as tasty drinks and quality food. 5. 5th Squad (facebook.com/5thsquadMS) This nonprofit works with Colson’s Beer Co. and the Mississippi Braves to ensure veterans who need a helping hand have a few hands to hold onto. 6. The Hungry Goat (1006 Top St., Flowood, 769-233-8539, thehungrygoatcarryout.com) The owners who serve this restaurant’s comfort food are two of the most hardworking, dedicated and genuine people I have ever seen. 7. Martin’s Downtown (214 State St., 601-354-9712, martinsdowntownjxn.com) This business hosts great live-music acts and offers plenty of outdoor patio space.
8. Sal & Mookie’s (200 District Blvd. E., 601-368-1919, salandmookies.com) This popular pizza joint has some of the sweetest staff members around the area, along with a huge variety of ice cream flavors and the best house-made ranch dressing you can find. 9. The Little Pub (387 US-51, Ridgeland, 601-898-2225, facebook.com/TheLittlePubRidgelandMS) While embracing this pub’s relaxing atmosphere, guests can play pool or darts as well as eat and drink. My go-to pizza is bacon and pepperoni. 10. The Apothecary at Brent’s Drugs (655 Duling Ave., 601-3663427, apothecaryjackson.com) The trendy vibes of this laid-back speakeasy-like establishment enhances the experience. The cocktails are great, too. From complex blends to more simple drinks, the passionate staff know exactly how to prepare whatever beverage your heart desires.
