Chatter Box

I wish that there were more stars to give.
Tucked away in the boondocks, the Chatterbox is a well kept secret. If you ever want to bring out-​of-​towners for a true Southern experience, then this is your place.
I have lived in Mississippi for most of my life, and have been going to this restaurant for over 15 years. It has never changed, and I am so thankful. Hand stitched needlepoint and family photos grace the walls, hanging in the same places that they have for decades. It doesn’t get any better than this.
GET THE CATFISH! It is perfect. I say this without hesitation. Get it blackened for a real treat.
Do not miss out on the desserts. They are sinful and oh so delicious. If you had a southern grandma, this is how she would make them. Everything is good. I mean it. If you are full, then take ‘em to go. Don’t make the biggest mistake of your life.

This is a dirty little secret only the privileged know about. Need directions? South on 78 towards Ingram Mill, turn right, and just keep on driving. And driving. Buried in an oversized double-​wide (yes), the Chatterbox is one of the few old-​school places left to experience true southern catfish. 2pc, 3pc, 4pc, all-​you-​can-​eat platters served with hush puppies and a choice of homestyle classics. Save room for dessert — a table filled with freshly-​made goodies is positioned right at the hostess station — it is a diabetic’s dream. I go for the Heath-​bar chocaholic mess and never regret it. Be sure to ask for your dessert in a to-​go container. They stuff that thing to the brim and you can eat off of it for days :)

Will I go back? Maybe. We were there at 6:30 on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was not super busy. The first issue was when we were seated and shorted a set of silverware. We ordered fried pickles and hushpuppies for appetizers. When these came, despite being in a party of six only four plates were provided. This made it a little awkward. The pickles and hushpuppies were very good. I ordered the three piece fish dinner and got one filet fried, one grilled, and one blackened. My favorite was the grilled but all were good. I would order any of it again. The ambiance is rather simple and plain with basic restaurant furnishings and plain light paneled walls. It was a good meal but the service left me unsure if I will return.

We ate here this past Friday night… all I can say is «Wow». Some of the best food that I have had in a long time. For apps, I had fried mushrooms… really good. I had the 2-​piece fried catfish with fried okra & onion rings. The best catfish I have had. They only use farm raised catfish. You can get it blackened too. I tasted that & it was awesome. The okra & onion rings were great too. They have 11 homemade desserts & one even has a patent on the recipe. I had a piece of cheesecake with butter finger crumbled on top… so good. The staff was very friendly & attentive. They are only open Thursday-​Sunday. Well worth your trip & I highly recommend.