Eating Oxford

The Velvet Ditch brings seafood and steady service to Oxford

A new hot spot offering seafood, bar favorites and steady service in a setting that fits both weeknights and game weekends

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Rib Cage Remains a Staple on the Square 13 Years After Opening

Rib Cage on the Oxford Square has become a legendary restaurant among students and locals. Operating since June 2003, Rib Cage is famous for...

Abner’s Famous Chicken Tenders: Oxford’s Home-Cooked Chicken Joint

Nestled on the corner of South Lamar and University Avenue is a little piece of Ole Miss history. The first chicken restaurant of its kind in Oxford...

Five Things You Didn’t Know About Bim Bam Burgers and Wings

It’s no secret why Bim Bam Burgers and Wings were dubbed, “Best burger in town” by fellow Grove go-ers. Owner Tony Barragan had a vision...

Insomnia Cookies Opens Doors Today on the Square

Oxford just got a whole lot sweeter! Insomnia Cookies, known for its warm, delicious cookies opened its doors to the public today. In honor of...

Poppa’s Wine and Spirits Strives to be Oxford’s Premiere Liquor Store

Poppa’s Wine and Spirits is a relatively new liquor store located at 2305 West Jackson Avenue, next to Newk’s. Opening two and a half years ago,...

Rebels On The Road- Looking For Good Restaurants And Bars In Tuscaloosa?

One of the hottest spots to be during a Tuscaloosa gameday weekend is the Strip on University Boulevard. The Strip is Tuscaloosa's version of Oxford's...

Oyster And Seafood Restaurant to Open Thursday in Oxford

Oyster and Seafood Restaurant is set to open Thursday, September 16, at 1518 Jackson Avenue West in the same shopping center as Papa John’s and...

Bacchus Comes to the Square from the Mississippi Gulf Coast

On the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Bacchus is known for their delicious steaks and scenic views. Now the Nicaud brothers are bringing the sixth restaurant...

On Cooking Southern: Let’s Dish with Salad, Pasta Primavera and Not-So-Sweets

SOUTHERNISM OF THE WEEK I found myself: Not a reference to getting in touch with one’s inner feelings; instead, a colloquial means of over-emphasizing the...

Greenline Salad Shop to Open on the Square

Greenline is a green, affordable option brought to you by the guys who created the Oxford sensation South Depot Taco Shop. Greenline will open this...