Ole Tavern Upper - Jackson

Great casual, relaxed atmosphere to grab a burger you must try their home fries! I also recommend the chicken salad or philly cheese steak on their huge croissants. So good! I greatly enjoyed the outdoor seating area too.

This is a really cool little tavern. I had been walking around downtown Jackson, exploring the city, on a hot July afternoon. As I was leaving the Greenwood Cemetery after paying my respects to General Barksdale, the moist heat of the Mississippi afternoon became too much to bear and I was overcome with thirst. Yonder beckoned the Ole Tavern, a lighthouse of refreshment in a hot humid world. I staggered through the door, parched and ornery, and was immediately assaultedby the wonderful scents of old polished mahogany, faint wafts of cigar smoke, beer, fine scotch, and leather. Brittany, the gorgeous, happy bartender succored me, bringing me back from the brink of heat exhaustion with mugs ice cold Dixiebeer from her tap. Refreshed, I worked my way through plates of fried okra, green tomatoes, and ice cold libations. The law of diminishing utility finally caught up with me, I settled my tab, and wandered back out into the blast furnace ofdowntown Jackson, fortified for my continuing explorations. This is a definite stop if one ever finds oneself in need of shelter from the brutal humid heat. Stop by and say hello to Brittany.

I dined here and really enjoyed the atmosphere. It’s a bit dim, with charming brick walls and a great bar setup. I found the drinks to be reasonably priced and the food was excellent! I ordered the fried catfish, while my wife had the Monte Cristo sandwich, which she claimed was one of the best she’s ever had. We sat at a table, and although the bartender was also serving us, the service was a bit slow—however, it wasn’t bad enough to warrant a complaint. Considering how busy the bar was, he performed admirably! The patrons were friendly, and there was a vibrant regular crowd, making for a fun evening!

This is an excellent spot for lunch! We sat at the bar and within a minute, we were served drinks and given the menu. We both chose the lunch special of the day: chicken fried chicken accompanied by mashed potatoes and green beans. It also came with a side salad that was quite tasty. Our food arrived hot and fresh in about five minutes and it was absolutely delicious. The service was outstanding—very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely return.

I have dined at this restaurant numerous times for lunch, and I have never had a negative experience. The food consistently arrives hot and quickly, and it boasts excellent flavor. They offer daily lunch specials in addition to a complete menu that caters to a wide variety of tastes. The bar is well-stocked, and the staff is both helpful and polite. Although I haven't visited during the dinner hours, if it's anything like the lunch experience, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed.