Eating Oxford

Gas station pizza chains dominate Mississippi’s fast food, Oxford at heart

Gas station pizza and fried chicken chains are reshaping Mississippi's fast-food scene, with Oxford at the center of the change

Chicken on a Stick: Mississippi’s legendary gas station meal on a skewer

In Mississippi, chicken on a stick isn’t just a snack, it’s a complete, flavorful meal that brings communities together at all hours

Tarasque Cucina: Oxford’s intimate Italian gem with a Southern soul

Tucked behind Kiamie’s in Oxford, Tarasque Cucina transforms humble Southern produce into a nightly celebration of Italian flavor

Blind Pig Pub: Oxford’s home for creative sandwiches, BBQ and craft beer

Oxford’s Blind Pig Pub blends creative sandwiches, barbecue, and a killer beer list in a friendly, no-nonsense downtown spot

Southern Smoke: Booth’s Barbeque brings Texas-style flavor to Oxford

In the heart of Oxford, Mississippi, Booth's Barbeque combines authentic Texas-style smoked meats with a unique outdoor entertainment space

Tico’s Steak House Oxford: A family legacy of southern hospitality

Housed in a historic 1930s building, Tico's brings its legendary steakhouse experience to the heart of Oxford

Handy Andy Grocery: Oxford’s BBQ & Burger legacy since the 1970s

Discover Oxford's beloved BBQ institution, where perfectly smoked meats, legendary burgers, and crispy tater tots have satisfied hungry locals since the 1970s

Oxford Uncorked: A toast to Oxford something to NOT miss in July

Warm Southern breezes, the sounds of laughter spilling out from patios on the Square, and that unique small-town charm

Double Decker 2025: A Celebration of Music, Art, and Community in the Heart of Oxford

Oxford’s Double Decker Festival brings two days of live music, art vendors, Southern food, and family fun to the Square.

Hot Ones Spices Up Oxford at Back Nine

Spice lovers rejoice! Savor crispy buffalo wings and a fiery chicken sandwich, featuring Hot Ones Buffalo Hot Sauce perfection.

Baked In Romance for Valentine’s Day

By: Jaylin R. Smith Journalism Graduate Student The love story of the Bottletree Bakery is best told by Cynthia Gerlach, the owner and lead baker of...