Mississippi is home to lots of great groceries and markets. Even better, several of them double as restaurants. These eateries usually don’t look like much on the outside, but inside you’ll find some of the tastiest meals in the state. Need proof? Read on for 10 of the best groceries in Mississippi.

1. BTC Old Fashioned Grocery (301 North Main St., Water Valley)

Aside from an impressive array of merchandise, which includes everything from locally produced goods to rare items, this small town shop includes a café that’s been nationally recognized for its mouthwatering fare.

2. Lake Serene Grocery (6411 US Highway 98, Hattiesburg)

At this one-stop-shop, you can fill up on everything from gas to delicious food. Serving up an authentic southern fare, which includes hearty breakfasts and stick-to-your-ribs lunches, it’s a great stop any time of the day.

3. Uptown Grocery (531 S Canal St., Natchez)

"Not your average market," Uptown Grocery includes a full-service deli, bakery, and restaurant. Stop by for lunch and dine on a bevy of tasty dishes, including the "best chicken salad" and freshly made pizzas.

4. United Deli and Grocery (212 Tuscaloosa Rd., Columbus)

A great lunchtime stop, this Columbus grocery is known for its mouthwatering array of sandwiches. Between the subs, muffalettas, gyros, and po’ boys, this local favorite has something for everyone.

5. Toccopola Grocery (8088 MS-334, Toccopola)

A stocked shop with a full-service restaurant, this rural grocery definitely lives up to its motto, "From farm fuel to food, we got you covered!" In addition to fast food eats, like sandwiches and burgers, the menu includes good ole country cooking, such as fried catfish and pork chops.

6. Delta Meat Market (118 N Sharpe Ave., Cleveland)

This "hometown specialty grocery store" offers locally grown produce, a full-service butcher shop, and mouthwatering made-from-scratch lunches.

7. South Main Market and Deli (1697 S Main St., Greenville)

This family-owned "specialty grocery store, meat market, and deli" offers a variety of fresh meat products, specialty spices, sauces, and seasonings. Lunch is available Monday through Saturday and includes a tasty selection of fresh salads, delicious sandwiches, and a daily special.

8. Bozo’s Seafood Market and Deli (2012 Ingalls Ave., Pascagoula)

In business since 1956, Bozo’s includes a small grocery section, which is full of seasonings, mixes, and local favorites, like Zapp’s potato chips, a seafood market, and a lunch counter that serves some of the best po’ boys in the state.

9. Desporte Seafood and Sons (1075 Division St., Biloxi)

With the "freshest seafood selection on the Mississippi Gulf Coast," this market is the place to stock up and fill up on your seafood favorites. The 5th generation locally owned business is known for its mouthwatering oyster po’boy, which is made with fresh Gulf oysters that have been battered in a secret family mixture and served on homemade French bread.

10. The New Main Street Market and Restaurant (26578 E Main St., West Point)

Just as the name implies, this full-service meat market includes a restaurant. Offering great food in a casual atmosphere, it’s a great spot for the entire family. And with a menu that includes everything from burgers to steaks, there’s sure to be something for everyone’s taste.

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