Old Country Store - Lorman, MS

The Old Country Store serves a classic Southern buffet for very little money. Deep-fried chicken is juicy and deep-down flavorful. There are ribs that taste like pure essence of pig, greens sopped in their pot likker, dirty rice, candied yams, and cornbread.

90% Approval Rating (11 votes)

Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

fried chicken ($6.00)

Blackberry Cobbler & Vanilla Ice Cream ($2.00)

Greens (N/A)

Pork Ribs (N/A)

Corn Bread (N/A)

Black-Eyed Peas (N/A)

Sweet Potatoes (N/A)

Written Reviews

Bruce Bilmes and Sue Boyle

"Built in the late 19th century, Old Country Store was, in fact, an old country store. Today, it is a country restaurant serving a classic Southern buffet for very little money. Pull off Highway 61 in the tiny town of Lorman, north of Natchez, and park in front of ..." [Read More].

sierrasquest

May 04, 2009

"Old Country Store is worth the 100+ miles we traveled to get to it. Everything is delicious and well-prepared. "Mr. D," as he is affectionately known, is a gracious host. He really loves to sing about his grandmother; he sang several times while we were ..." [Read More].

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Map & Directions

18801 Highway 61 South, Lorman, MS
601-437-3661

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"Whatever you do, save room for dessert. This is world-class blackberry cobbler!"
buffetbuster

"Good Southern country cooking."
Bruce Bilmes and Sue Boyle

"Don't expect an oversized buffet, but if you prefer quality over quantity, this is the place. Owner Arthur Davis told me, "Don't feel sorry for the cook. Make sure you get enough.""
buffetbuster

"A view of the dining room from the entance."
Bruce Bilmes and Sue Boyle

"Just when I thought this place couldn't get any more quirky and fun, owner "Mr D" serenaded me with a song apparently called, Grammy Was a Cornbread Woman."
buffetbuster

"In true Mississippi grocery/restaurant tradition, little has been done to alter the appearance of Old Country Store."
Bruce Bilmes and Sue Boyle

"These signs have apparently been here since this was actually the Cohn Bros. store."
Bruce Bilmes and Sue Boyle