'Neath the Mississippi Moon - The Blind Pig

The Blind Pig is tucked away down stairs on the corner of Monroe Ave. and N. Lamar Blvd. in Oxford, MS.  You will miss it if you aren't looking.  Or think that its just too hipster for you to take part in.  I thought the same at first.  But once the waiter brings you the fresh out of the fryer pork rinds still sizzling, popping, and cracking all you can focus on is the delicious BBQ seasoning and how it just melts away in your mouth, along with your problems (see below).

No need to dress up fancy, it's all just fun, games, and drinking down here.  An ATM is located outside just to the left of the front door and pool tables are located in the back room as soon as you descend the stairs.  I'm not brave enough to partake but there are always student and/or locals playing a game or two.  You can always get some of the local craft brews or stick with the classics.

Usually, I'll get a sandwich which comes with some of their house made chips.  Thick and hearty potato slices fried and seasoned with greek or BBQ seasoning.  Delicious either way!  I have tried the salads and must say that they are hearty as well.  It not just iceberg lettuce with dressing.  The toppings are plentiful.  

My first experience at The Blind Pig was with my father on mov-in/move-out day.  I think we shared the BBQ nachos and between two hungry movers, we couldn't finish them all.  I had second dinner later that night.  

This time, it was sunny, the waiter brought me a cold Blue Moon fresh from the tap with an orange wedge, the music and arts festival was in full swing, and the burger just seemed to be the obvious choice.  It was perfect.  Juicy, flavorful, cooked perfectly.  "Yum yum in the tum tum" as my mother would say.  

My man usually keeps it consistent with the club and greek seasoned chips and polishes it off every time.  Ten times out of ten their specials are on point.  

The Blind Pig is not a large space but is perfect of getting away from the typical Oxford Square crowds.  The food is great and the atmosphere is relaxed.