Gastronomic I Mississippi GAS STATION FOOD SPOTS IN

If you find yourselves traveling through Meridian, a must-visit gas station pit-stop is Seafood Express off Interstate 59. Fill up on their famed po’boys loaded to the brim with the freshest shrimp, scallops and catfish, or try delectable snow crab legs when in season. Rave reviews from return patrons Pull up a chair and enjoy some good eating.

sing this spot’s praise and people drive from hours away just for a taste. Try a basa, mahi or flounder filet blackened or grilled and taste the authenticity.

A delicious sit-down meal can be had at The Market Café at the Fleetway in Gluckstadt, Mississippi. They offer gasoline and a full-service restaurant cooking up Southern cuisine like fried chicken, po’boys and smoked meats. They also provide quick grab-and-go sandwiches, wraps, salads and more. They also have over 20 locations throughout Mississippi.

Barbecue lovers unite at Rib Daddy’s in Jackson for fall-off-the-bone tangy spare ribs, Southern fried chicken, smoked turkey and superb soul food. Check out their multiple locations in Madison, Canton and Carthage for finger-lickin’ authentic ’cue like pork chop sandwiches on white bread and turkey legs with Southern sides.

In Oxford, Mississippi, travelers head to the 4 Corners Chevron downtown for the Southern staple chicken-on-a-stick. This easy-to-eat crunchy fried chicken was made famous at the well-known Chevron gas station decades ago and has remained a popular go-to roadside food site. This particular Chevron station has been featured on The Travel Channel and in Bon Appetit magazine for its “World Famous Chicken on a Stick” recipe.

Conveniently located halfway between Charleston and Oakland on Highway 32 in Mississippi is the aptly named Midway Market and Deli. Bring the group here for affordable meal combos like burgers, cheesesteaks, po’boys, fresh seafood and an assortment of Southern side dishes. From their ribeye po’boy and lemon pepper hot wings to classic American fare like cheeseburgers and fries with ice-cold beverages, this one-stop shop is sure to satiate everyone in your group.