OXFORD TRAVEL GUIDE
Travel Tips and Information
2016
OXFORD TRAVEL GUIDE
Travel Tips and Information
2016
Table of Contents
1. Must Eat.4
2. Restaurant Guide.5
3. Nightlife Guide .....6
4. Things to Do Guide..8
5. Shopping Guide..10
6. Hotel Guide..12
7. Transportation.12
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Please note that the information in this guide may no longer be
accurate due to the ever changing travel environment.
Establishments may close, times and prices may change. Please
call the establishments that you plan to go to so that you can get
accurate and up to date information.
Boure
One stop on a culinary tour of
Oxford should be at Boure
(pronounced Boo-Ray) where you
will find enticing dishes with a Creole influence.
Definitely consider one of the
chefs specials of the night like the
Crab and Corned Stuffed Fried
Shrimp that will give you a chance
to try a savory meal that is not
always on the menu.
Smash Burger at Neon Pig
Must Eat in Oxford
One of the most delicious burgers in the country can be found at the
Neon Pig. This delicious bur ger is made of a mixtur e of
hamburger meat, filet mignon, bacon, ribeye and strip steak and will
melt in your mouth.
For breakfast, a trip to Big Bad Breakfast is a must. Their go to
breakfast is one of their skillets. The most popular is the BBB
Skillet but if you like a little spice indulge your taste buds with the
Creola which includes crawfish, andouille sausage and a little kick.
If you are looking for something sweet, then head to Bottle Tree
Bakery for a delicious Cinnamon Roll.
One of the most popular dining establishments in town is the Ajax
Diner and is a wonder ful choice for lunch. They have gr eat
lunch plates like red beans and rice, meatloaf and chicken and
dumplings. Also do not pass up their cornbread. They serve dinner
as well.
The upstairs is a bar where visitors
can enjoy a drink and some appetizers while overlooking the
square. The downstairs portion is
the main restaurant.
Start out with a sausage and
cheese plate or maybe a crawfish
basket with a sweet chili dipping
sauce. Do not forget the fried
green tomatoes.
Then enjoy Jambalaya, Crab
Cakes, Shrimp & & Grits or the
Cornmeal Crusted Catfish for a
taste bud tantalizing entre.
Save room for dessert and enjoy
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Peanut
Butter Pie, Bourbon Peach
Crumble or Triple Chocolate
Brownie with Ice Cream .
Oxford is not really a seafood destination but if you are craving
some seafood, head over to Oyster and Seafood. They have a great
selection of seafood dishes. Start out with the fried oysters and then
try the grilled or blackened red snapper or Mahi Mahi.
Want to explore some upscale southern dishes then a trip to Ravine
is in order which features local food including grilled quail, striped
bass or even a grilled steak. City Grocery is also a tasty choice for
upscale southern dishes
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Crab and Corn Stuffed Shrimp
Restaurant Guide
American
French
Ajax Diner - 118 Courthouse Square - (662) 232-8880
Boure - 110 Courthouse Square - (662) 234-1968
Greek
Oxford Neon Pig - 711 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 638-3257
Proud Larry's - 211 S Lamar Blvd - (662) 236-0050
Barbecue
B's Hickory Smoke BBQ - 825 College Hill Rd - (662)
236-7090
Snackbar - 721 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 236-6363
Volta Taverna - 710 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 2361871
Healthy
Greenline - Salads - 1002 Van Buren Ave - (662)
234-7829
Indian
Handy Andy Grocery - 800 N Lamar Blvd #5 - (662) 2344621
Lamar Lounge - 1309 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 513-6197
Japanese/Sushi
My Guys Biscuits and BBQ - 1700 Jackson Ave W (662) 236-1200 or 1703 University Ave - (662) 238-3565
Jingsei - 713 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-0109
Kabuki - 1631 West Jackson Avenue - (662) 2367346
Breakfast
Big Bad Breakfast - 719 N Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS
38655 - (662) 236-2666
High Point Coffee - 265 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 513-0905
Burgers and Hot Dogs
Maharaja Indian Cuisine - 2570 Jackson Ave
W #23 - (662) 234-1975
Mexican
South Depot Taco Shop - 1004 Van Buren Ave (662) 234-7886
Pizza
Bim Bam Burgers - 2204 Jackson Ave W - (662) 2387802
Cook Out - 2195 Jackson Ave W - (662) 281-1152
Seafood
Phillips Grocery - 2406 S Lamar Blvd - (662) 236-5951
Bacchus on the Square - 1107 Jackson Ave E (662) 638-3800
Oyster and Seafood - 1518 E Jackson Ave - (662)
380-5182
Cajun
Oby's - 1931 University Ave - (662) 234-4530
Dessert/Bakery
Bottletree Bakery - 923 Van Buren Ave - (662) 236-5000
Holli's Sweet Tooth - 400 S Lamar Blvd # C - (662) 2367505
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Soulshine Pizza - 308 S Lamar Blvd - (662) 5337685
Southern
Beacon - 1200 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-5041
City Grocery - 152 Courthouse Square - (662) 232-8080 *
Mc Ewen's - 1110 Van Buren Ave - (662) 234-7003
Ravine - 53 Pea Ridge Rd - (662) 234-4555
Steaks
Como Steak House - 203 N Main St, Como - (662) 526-9529
Oxford Grill House114 Courthouse Sq Suite A(662) 7018285
Thai
Pick Thai - 1101 Frontage Rd - (662) 380-5428
The Coop
Need a little break? Well grab a
refreshing cocktail overlooking the
Square at Coop. Coop is a rooftop
bar in the Graduate Hotel offering
delicious appetizers and great
craft cocktails. They also have the
best Tom Collins in town.
Not just great cocktails but the Coop
has catch live music as well. You will
find great piano and other live music
every night of the week.
Enjoy some outstanding food with
that cocktail as well. Start out with
some BBQ Shrimp or may some
Fried Green Tomatoes. The Coop
also has some savory Tamale choices as well as delicious slider options.
Creola Skillet at Big Bad Breakfast
Nightlife Guide
Blind Pig Pub - 105 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-5119
The Burgundy Room - 112 Van Buren Ave - (662) 236-6866
The Coop - 400 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-3031
The Oxford Growler - Craft Beers and Hot Dogs - 265 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 638
-0600
The Library - 120 S 11th St - (662) 234-1411
The Wine Bar - 401 S Lamar Blvd - (662) 238-3500
Nightlife Must Do
An excellent place to hang out with an
upstairs patio is The Burgundy Room. They
have great Bloody Mary and an old fashioned
cocktail.
Another great hangout place is the Blind Pig
Pub. This is a great place for happy hour.
They also have some mouthwatering burgers
and deli sandwiches.
Craving an enjoyable glass of wine? If so,
check out the Wine Bar where you will find
great wines and appetizers as well.
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University of Mississippi
Things to Do Guide
Attractions
Lyceum - The Circle Historic District - On the University of Mississippi Campus
St Peter's Cemetery - William Faulkner's Grave - Off of North 16th Street -
University of Mississippi - Self Guided Walking Tour - http://50years.olemiss.edu/self-guidedwalking-tour/
VaughtHemingway Stadium - All-American Dr & Hill Dr - (662) 236-1931
Festivals and Events
Oxford Blues Fest - Around the third week in July -
Museums
Burns-Belfry Museum - 710 Jackson Ave E - (662) 281-9963 -
LQC Lamar House - Off of North 14th Street - Park on 16th Street - Free
Roan Oak - Home of William Faulkner - 916 Old Taylor Rd - (662) 234-3284
University of Mississippi Museum - University Ave & S 5th St - (662) 915-7073
Parks
Bailey's Woods Trails - Links Rowan Oak to University of Mississippi Museum - Hiking
Lamar Park - Off of 314 near the airport
Sardis Lake - Swimming, boating and fishing - Best areas for swimming are by the Sardis Dam
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Neilsons
Need the perfect outfit for a night
on the town or maybe something
to show off your Ole Miss Spirit?
Head to Neilson Department store
for a great selection of mens,
womens and childrens clothes
and accessories.
Here visitors will find a great selection of both casual and dress
clothes. Also check out their sales
racks for some even better deals.
Neilsons Department Store
Need some help finding that perfect fashion for you night out on
the town? The sales people here
are very knowledgeable and willing
to help you find that perfect outfit.
Shopping Guide
Clothes
Frock - Women's Clothing - 201 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-1360
Hemline - Women's - 1106 Van Buren Ave - (662) 638-3633
Hinton and Hinton - Men's Clothing - 135 Courthouse Square - (662) 234-0691
J.E. Neilson Co. - 19 Courthouse Square - (662) 234-1161
Indigo's - Women's - 265 N Lamar Blvd # Q - (662) 236-9707
Landry's - Men's - 302 S Lamar Blvd - (662) 281-0846
Lulu's - Shoes and Accessories - 265 North Lamar, Suite V - (662) 234-4111
Miss Behavin - Women's - 107 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 513-4177
Pink and Proper - 124 Courthouse Square - (662) 281-1111
Food/Grocery
J Olive - 265 N. Lamar Blvd., Suite J - 662-380-5013
Gifts
Katherine Beck - 134 Courthouse Square - (662) 234-9361
Lily Pad - 128 Courthouse Square - (662) 238-2900
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The Graduate
This boutique hotel is located right
on the historic square in Oxford
which means you are only a short
walk from amazing restaurants
and shopping.
The rooms here are very stylish,
well decorated and include free
WiFi. There are even some suites
that you can choose from.
You will find a great restaurant
downstairs called Cabin 82 serving
delicious southern dishes for
breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Graduate
Do not forget to grab a drink at the
Coop rooftop lounge. The amazing
view of the city is free of charge.
Hotel Guide
The Graduate - 400 N Lamar Blvd - (662) 234-3031
Hampton Inn - 110 Heritage Dr - (662) 232-2442 or 103 Ed Perry
Blvd - (662) 234-5565
Holiday Inn Express - 112 Heritage Dr - (662) 236-2500
TownPlace - 105 Ed Perry Blvd - (662) 238-3522
Transportation
Limo Services
Executive Limousine Services - 662-513-4311
Oxford Limousine - 662-259-0508
Taxi
Varsity Taxi - 24/7 - 662-832-2197
Rental Cars
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Enterprise1615 Jackson Ave W (662) 281-0508
The Graduate
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