Elsie's Plate & Pie

I can see why Elsie’s has been a highly popular choice for locals and tourists alike! We stopped by for a hot lunch on our way to visit Mississippi. I chose Elsie’s bc they have gluten free options. I had the grilled chicken plate with red beans and rice, and broccoli. That chicken was SO dang good. I missed getting the crustless crab pie (sadly) but the chicken plate sure made up for it! Hubby had a fried shrimp platter that he said was just okay. Bathroom is a single seater but seems to have a very short wait time. Parking is behind the street and then you can pop right back out to the highway pretty easily. Our server, Mei/May, was super cute and helpful. I took home about 1/2 the red beans and rice with the remaining broccoli. It was a perfect dinner reheated! It’s got some charm and nice artwork (some even for sale). Kinda like popping in on your mom & them!

Definitely a place to stop by. Foods alway fresh and hot. The servers are attentive. The only people I would recommend stying away is if your gluten sensitivity or intolerant.

The food here is excellent, and the service is exceptional. They offer a gluten-free menu, allowing you to opt for grilled versions of dishes like shrimp and catfish instead of fried. However, my main issue with this place is the noise. Situated in a repurposed building with a fantastic aesthetic, the restaurant lacks adequate sound dampening. Conversations reverberate off the concrete walls, creating a consistently loud environment. During our last visit, our waiter misheard both of our orders due to the excessive noise. This experience might not be unique to us, and it could be costing the establishment money in remaking orders. Investing in brickwall-shaped sound panels could maintain the aesthetic while addressing the noise issue, potentially improving the overall dining experience.