Doe’s Eat Place
502 Nelson St, Greenville, MS, 38701
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Address :
502 Nelson St
Greenville, MS, 38701 - Phone (662) 334-3315
- Website https://www.doeseatplace.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :5:00 pm - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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A D.
Steak was good, not the best. Ordered the ribeye, granted it was huge it was tough. The Does eat place in Paducah is a lot better than this one. Still a good steak, and for the size the price was alright. Fries were good. Didn't get any appetizers or a salad. 3 beers, steak and fries ran about $65.00 before tip. Service was terrible but it was packed. Had to fetch my own drinks. Bad neighborhood, have a police office watching outside. It was worth the stop for the history and nostalgia, can check it off the list.
(3)Janneke V.
Finally!! Been coming to Greenville for years and never had a chance to dine at Doe's, until tonight. A security guard greeted us at the door. You walk right into the kitchen and see the steaks grilling. The interior is very authentic and unpretentious :) Seated immediately at the back at a table for ten although it was just the three of us. Don't expect fancy silverware or frilly glasses! The server explained there is no paper menu, she recited all the options by heart. Very impressive. She recommended sharing some of the bigger meat options and we went for it. As far as customer focus goes she's a ten plus. We started with six hot tamales with chili on top. And ordered the broiled half a dozen shrimp. Trust me order it with garlic bread. The broth is so good, lemony full of flavor. It's even better than the shrimp itself! We ordered the famous porterhouse T-bone steak to share. It came with a nice order of fries. It was huge and good!! This is what this place is about. So if you're looking for good food in a super casual setting. Bring some friends and your own wine and have fun!!!
(5)B S.
Great Steak, served well made, good flavor...kinda pricey for the area.. and limited side items... BYOB ... BUT it IS a urban legendary eatery.... The Tamales were kinda greasy, BUT TOTAL COMFORT FOOD. A must try when in the Delta....
(5)Jordan P.
Let me start out by saying that all of the food (including the porterhouse steak, the filet mignon, the salad, and the tamales) is excellent. Everything tasted delicious. However, it's not worth what it costs: if a family of 4 racks up a $200 bill to eat in a dirty shack, something is wrong. Seriously, think about how many other meals you could have with that money in other restaurants, even if they are less good (and not necessarily so): it's a lot! This is a case of "The Emperor's New Clothes" where people will believe just about anything because they don't want to look dumb. The other problem is people mistake price for value. I will not support a restaurant that willingly marks up its food an exorbitant amount even if it finds people stupid enough to fall for it. What a way to treat your faithful customers.
(2)Dan P.
PRICES: Visited this weekend and the prices listed here for the menu are wrong. They were as follows for the items we ordered. The garlic toast is sold two pieces per serving and the salad does not come with the meal. Minus the extremely large check in the end for our party of eight $500 plus I'd visit again because the steaks are good. Listed Actual Rib eye steak $44.00 $58.33 Filet (Petite) $29.00 $25.00 1/2 & 1/2 shrimp $19.00 $25.00 1 dozen tamales $25.00 salad $5.00 Garlic toast $2.00
(4)Meredith B.
Doe's is unlike any restaurant you've ever been to, I think they live out the the old saying "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." Everything they cook is quality and on another level of delicious. I HATED tamales until I tried Doe's tamales, and now a staple in my diet is their tamales and salads (which are great for take out) & steaks are second to none.
(5)Erik M.
This is hands down my favorite restaurant I have ever been to. The food + ambience is absolutely unbeatable. My go to meal is: - Filet medium rare - Salad - Split an order of broiled shrimp and hot tamales - bring favorite bottle of red wine - Garlic bread to soak up all the meat and shrimp juices You absolutely can't go wrong. I love watching the ladies make the salad and prep the tomales and then walk through the main kitchen and seeing them broil the steak. This is well worth the drive down from Memphis or Jackson MS. Things to keep in mind: - You can bring your own wine but not beer - They typically don't give you a menu right off the bat - You can grab an ice cream sandwich on your way out - No prices - It's definitely not cheap
(5)Flora H.
*** JBF America's Classic (2007) *** #2 *** I almost feel like I shouldn't be allowed to review Doe's because I don't eat red meat.. but I'm going to anyways, since that didn't stop me from stuffing myself silly and having a great time at Doe's last Friday night. After waking up at 5:30 am to catch a flight from LAX to DFW to LIT then driving 2.5 hours... we went straight to Doe's. This is the original Doe's Eat Place, and from what I've been told, the franchises can't hold a candle to the establishment that won the James Beard America's Classic Award in 2007 and that Anthony Bourdain recently proclaimed as "...batsh*t insane. In a good way." I'm told the secret is in the ovens, and that it's the reason that franchises are unable to replicate the Doe's steak. The menu includes hot tamales, homemade chili, garlic bread, house salad, french fries, fried shrimp and grilled shrimp along with their cuts of meat: ribeye, filet mignon, porterhouse, and sirloin. They also have spaghetti, but were sold out that night. I tried everything. Even though I don't eat red meat, I ate an entire tamale (they are small!) and took a bite of the porterhouse. Before you jump to conclusions about my hypocrisy, know that the only reason I don't eat red meat is because, well, I don't like it. So, when someone proclaims that they are eating the best steak ever, I'm going to try it just to make sure that I'm not missing out. I've tried the steak at many places, Mastro's and Lawry's included, and I have to say that Doe's was outstanding. I probably would have eaten more than a bite if I wasn't worried about being sick later that night, and that says a lot. As for the shrimp, both were good but the fried shrimp was better than the grilled... but when is that not the case? I threw some sardines on the house salad, making it even better. Everything was delicious.. the garlic bread, the french fries, the tamales... I don't have anything bad to say about anything here. Definitely come with a group so that you can order everything like we did, since everything is a must order. I love that it's BYO so even though it's not cheap to eat here, you save on liquor/wine. Bring your own corkscrew and glasses though! Doe's isn't located in the best part of town, nor is it upscale at all, nor should you expect the friendliest service.. imagine picnic tables and folding chairs and you've got the vibe.. which adds to its charm. People are here for the food, and nothing else. And they aren't messing around with their food.
(5)Vincent H.
Good steaks, greasy fries and a very simple salad. I guess exactly what to expect in this region. I didn't try the spaghetti sauce, but it looked good, so did the broiled shrimp. There is no menu which doesn't bother me, but they should mention that every item added including the small simple side salad ($5) will cost extra. The shock came with the check. Doe's is heavily overpriced and only worth while one experience. Getting "Doed" is my new favorite phrase for getting overpriced service.
(4)Leigh Ann G.
Time & again over the years, we have heard of the original Does Eat Place & the wonderful steaks. This place had really been hyped up, so it was a must when we visited the area, & our expectations were high. We looked at their website & found lots of info on franchise opportunities & their history along with a basic menu but no prices & nothing about reservations. The steak lived up to the reputation & was one of the best I have ever eaten, BUT it goes downhill from there. I didn't even mind that we were eating in what is essentially a tiny, rundown shack where everyone enters through the kitchen, everyone is shoulder to shoulder & the building appears to be falling down. That is all supposed to be part of the charm of the place & I get that, no problem. I did mind some other things though. 1. The place is in a rundown residential neighborhood, one that I would probably be very careful in by day & would avoid like the plague at night. A guard has to patrol the street parking which is limited & all that is available. 2. They have time, resources, & space on the table to provide trifold pamphlets detailing their history & promoting franchise opportunities but do not provide a menu in the restaurant & online provide a menu but no prices. RED FLAG! The woman who seated us seemed a little irritated that we didn't have reservations, but we had no way of knowing we needed them. They kindly crammed us in a corner. 3. The salad (found out later it was $5 each) is lousy. Iceberg lettuce, a little purple onion, maybe some tomato, one choice of dressing (oil & vinegar with lemon juice), and so salty that it is barely edible. One member of our group couldn't get past the salt & didn't eat his at all. 4. The much hyped tamales were about the size & length of a small cigar, wrapped in parchment, instead of corn husk, & were mediocre in taste compared to most I've eaten. 5. We consumed one order of tamales (6 on the plate), 4 unsweet teas, 4 lousy salads, 4 orders of chewy home fries, & 4 (10oz is their smallest steak) filets & left $250 behind & that includes the tip of less than 15%. The more I think about it, the more it irritates me. This place is a racket trading on their reputation from a bygone era. I'm putting this one in the lesson learned file!
(2)Jeff H.
don't miss this place - you walk thru the kitchen to get to the back - heavenly steaks. They are broiled - the best way. Hot Tamales - don't miss - fantastic!
(5)rori c.
This place is legit. Come here hungry!!! As a non-steak eater, I was wowed by the size of the plates. The garlic bread was delicious, as was the grilled shrimp. They start you off with a salad, which is pretty good for a salad in the South, but don't waste your calories. Save room for the steak. Also, this is listed as "tex-mex" but there's nothing tex-mex about this restaurant. Just real down home cooking. Oh, and walking through the kitchen to the dining room makes you feel like you've walked through hell's fire, back in time. Totally worth the trip.
(4)Nate C.
So while visiting my family in Mississippi my daughter and I go out to Doe's eat place. She suggested we go as it is one of the many attractions this town has to offer. When you walk in you are immediately in the kitchen. The is a guy to your left that is broiling up some steaks and shrimp. I've never seen anything quite like it, but again it is literally in the place where the cooks are cooking. The benefit- you get to see what's going on behind the scenes. Again, this spot is totally in the hood, and the quote friendly and entertaining security guard (an older gentleman) walks around with a badge and a gun and quoted this line to my daughter and myself... We say," how are you doing??" He replies," I'm doing good, I got this out here... But if I catch you slippin, it's over...!" Turns out he has been working for this family restaurant for a mighty long time. As history continues he explains he has to wear a bulletproof vest now because a while ago he took a bullet. I assume the place was being robbed or someone was just out to get him- but back to the good food- we shared a steak that was ok. The grilling was perfection. Prepared just like I requested. Tender and juicy. But the texture of the beef was unlike anything I have ever had before. It's DIDNT quite melt in my mouth. I felt that the quality of the meat may have been the best in the area so I was content. On the other hand, the broiled shrimp were swimming in the buttery spicy lemon sauce that was good. Pitchers of Mississippi water were placed just about on every table with its yellowish tint of flavor that this state is known for, "Mississippi Mud!" But hey, who am I to try and change anything. This place has been here for years and has been supported by the locals. Why when you step pass the front door where the kitchen is, you come across another kitchen in the next room where "momma" is making fresh salad with her bare hands and also two big wolf brand stoves are either frying French fries or frying shrimp- there are just about 6 or seven things on the menu and the locals live it! Well consider me a local then. This place was a gem in the middle of the hood in the middle of nowhere! If you are traveling if just knew to Greenville, MS pay this spot a visit. You can BYOB so we washed it all down with a rich California Pinot Noir followed by a swig of apple cider vinegar once we arrived back home. It was quaint, entertaining and a chance to see how the good local people are living from day to day.
(4)Tom E.
Hands down one of the best steaks in the country!! They also do fried or broiled shrimp and spaghetti. The salad is hand tossed with homemade Italian dressing. The atmosphere is like an old timey country store so don't expect swanky table clothes and fine china.
(5)Ronald D.
Was back at Doe's last week and I think it got even better! Our steaks (both bone-in ribeyes) were cooked to perfection, juicy and tender. More good tamales for apps as we sat in the kitchen and watched the skilled hand turn out the fries by the pound. Yep, it's expensive, but no more expensive then eating a quality steak at any proper steak house. So be prepared to shell out the doe at Doe's ..... and NO complaining about money spent.
(5)Coral E.
Some of the best food I've ever had - definitely best tamales (be sure to add chili and cheese) and steak (enough to share). Great service and great family atmosphere. BYOB.
(5)Maureen F.
Everything about this place is extraordinary. When I first went to Doe's, I wasn't very into steaks so I got the spaghetti and meatballs, served with an overwhelming plate of garlic bread. It was unbelievable. Then I graduated on to the tamales. They were unbelievable. Then finally, I got a steak and my life was forever changed. Doe's made me into a steak person, but it has also ruined steaks for me. Nothing will ever be as good. It has also ruined fries for me. And simple salads made from iceberg lettuce. Essentially, the only bad thing about this place is that nothing else will be able to stack up. Not to mention, the experience of walking through the kitchen to get to your table and feeling like you're in a run-down hole-in-the-wall, but then getting the same bill as a swanky steak house. But, truly, it's worth it.
(5)Bob L.
I grew up eating at Doe's, so perhaps I'm a bit biased. I even have a pen and ink drawing of it hanging on my kitchen wall. So, every year when I return to Greenville for the Blues Festival, I return to Doe's to get my steak on. If you've never been here before, you're in for a treat. Although the prices are the same, don't expect the linen table cloths and stuffy service you get a place like Ruth's Chris. You'll be dining on well used, faded plastic table covers, which I suspect would crumble if anyone tried to peal them from the table. The walls and wall hangings (notice I don't call it art) are caked with grease and dust that has been accumulating on them since before my parents took me there on my 8th birthday in the 1970's. Don't expect a menu -- It's just steak, spaghetti, shrimp... And don't expect any choice of different salads. You don't need a choice since you'll be served the best salad you ever ate. Expect the food to be great. Expect that the steak you order will be large enough to feed a small army. And expect that the great, friendly people who welcome you inside, serve you, and cook your food will still be there when you return next time. This review of Doe's Eat Place does not apply to any of the other Doe's that opened as a franchise location. The Doe's in Greenville, Mississippi is in a league of its own. One last thing, the prior reviewer who suggested that you leave with a coffee can full of hot tamales... best advice ever. I'd leave with two if I were you.
(5)JJ B.
Loved my steak last night! But, I think I cleaned the plate of fries. I was such a pig! I think I'll try to make the salad dressing when I get back to Tampa. Yeah, right, everyone tries to make the dressing but no seems to be able to.
(5)Jenny G.
I'm not going to lie. When we first drove by we almost kept going. I'm so glad we didn't. You walk into this restaurant through the kitchen. Great smells! I had the tamales and my husband had a steak. Both were unbelievably awesome. The service was very friendly. Will definitely return if given the chance!!!!
(5)Chrissy C.
Unique southern atmosphere with great steaks! A hole in the wall, simple, casual dining experience that you'll want to repeat. Don't forget to bring your own wine and try the tamales for an appetizer!
(5)Mark S.
What a place! Doe's is a one of a kind place, deep in the Mississippi Delta, about a block or so from the mighty Mississippi River. It's a humble little building, you enter thru the kitchen and get a first hand glimpse of the food you're about to enjoy. The service is somewhat casual, but friendly. First thing your waitress will say is, "We don't have a menu." Then, she'll recite the list of the various steaks, shrimp, salad, tamales that they offer. They also mention the prices. I think the no-menu thing is an old sales gimmick, you can't keep up with how much you're spending, which will be much. Olen Mills uses the same technique when they sell portraits at churches. The salesmen have to memorize the prices, they are not displayed for you to think about. I'd say that's the only consumer UN-friendly thing about Doe's. Dinner for 2 cost us $119. But don't get me wrong! It is excellent food. We had tamales, a filet mignon, boiled shrimp, fried shriimp, one salad, garlic bread and iced teas. Everything was award winning good, beyond good. Just pay attention to the prices as you order!
(4)amee m.
Overdue review. Juke joint - bbq shack house!! Armed security outside. Yes, you're in the ghetto. It's a rougher part of town where sketchy ppl gather and shot gun houses are either dilapidated, abandoned or burned down. That's the hard reality of Greenville. Unfortunate. Anyways, I digress. This place is absolutely charming and had that authentic southern nitty/gritty soul/jazz vibe that was once Nelson Street. Imagine walking back in time when you step inside; it's circa 1940-80 time capsule. When you enter, you walk right into a messy kitchen with a heavy set man flipping large slabs of meat on hot grills with a loud fan blaring. Service is minimal. You will be ignored until your server is ready to take your order/assist you. When they come around, they are hospitable but short. The dining area doubles as a prep kitchen so it's cramped and cluttered with furniture, ppl and stuff. You feel the grease in this place. The table had a sticky red and white checkerboard vinyl tablecloth on it and the chairs were equally old and rickety. The mix matched tableware acquired over the years are still well used. Their knives need sharpening as it was difficult cutting into our steak. The walls were covered with dusty photos and memorabilia of times past. Toilet was a tight squeeze but adequate...probably best unmentioned. The food was ok. Salad was basic but was drowning in dressing. The ribeye and porterhouse were tough/chewy and minimally seasoned. Tomales and fries were alright. Family style dining recommended because it's impossible to devour half a cow on your own. The steak is HUGE. Food could've been better but I'm digging this piece of history!! It's a hole in the wall but don't expect it to be dirt cheap. $$$. Many thanks to my cousins for taking me here!!
(4)Linda M.
I got down to this place again. This time I had the tamales, a steak and fries. The tamales had a kick, but not as good as I wanted it. The steak was tender and juicy, but a little more pink near the bone than ordered. The fries were good. I think I will pass on this location next time as it is so expensive. No menu is at the table, but you can ask for the prices. By the way, they have a security man outside. Good!
(3)Bobby C.
Everything you heard is dead on. Steaks great and beer was cold. Awesome experience that I highly recommend.
(5)Betty H.
Mixed feelings on this place - a locally recommended but shabby roadside diner with a very limited menu. You literally walk through the kitchen on your way to your table but ok - that's Southern charm I guess but I could have done without seeing how dirty it was. No wine so we brought our own & even so our bill for a steak & a shrimp dinner was $100 - WHAT? (There are no menus so the waitress simply tells you what they have - which was not anything like what Yelp had shown for their menu by the way). So make sure you don't assume that a shabby diner has shabby prices. Having said all that, my husband had a great steak & I enjoyed their grilled shrimp. Just bring lots of cash & some sanitary wipes.
(3)Keith B.
A Dose of Doe's We hadn't been to Doe's Eat Place for about 30 years. It doesn't sit on any convenient travel route and there isn't much other reason to go to Greenville. But Doe's was just as we remembered--an old wooden shack looking like a strong breeze could knock it down. We arrived on a Saturday evening at around 8:00pm. We had to wait almost 30 minutes for a table. There is no place to sit but outside--where the mosquitoes found us to be a suitable dinner. Once inside we were asked to order. There weren't menus, so the server just told us the few things available. We ordered the 2 1/2 pound Porterhouse to split. For $63(!) it comes with a small order of fries. One dinner salad is $5. We also got some tamales, a regional specialty (3 for $5). The place was busy and service was slow but friendly. The tamales were only OK. The salad, while simple, was very nice. The star was the steak. After cooking, it was cut away from the bone and into manageable pieces. I wouldn't have normally liked that, but the huge size of the serving made this an easier option. The steak was delicious. The fries were also very good. Doe's serves beer and a range of soft drinks, but no wine. You can, however, bring our own. Doe's is a fun treat (every 30 years or so).
(4)Jeffrey C.
This is the quintessential dive in Greenville ms. The atmosphere is down home, crowded and loud but family oriented. Something unique is that You are greeted as you pass through the kitchen by the salamanders searing steaks and past giant pots of French fries cooking. The back opens up into two seating areas that are a little cramped but adequate. The foods are prepared quickly and brought to the table with minutes of ordering. Our waitress was knowledgable and helpful. Our glasses were always full and the bar staff was ready serving only beer. You can bring in wine and I am unaware of a corkage fee. As for the food the tamales are delicious and the steaks are amazing. They were cooked perfectly, sliced in large chunks and left to rest before serving. The grilled shrimp were great and better than the fried but that's my preference. I tried one and it was crunchy but not overcooked. Overall our dinner was enjoyable and I'll be going back to visit this institution in Greenville. Urban Cowgill
(5)Sara W.
The broiled shrimp i had was pretty good over all. The service was really great,everybody was nice, but everything is expensive. I like how the place is basically a small house with a restaurant inside. Nothing i have ever seen before, pretty unique.
(4)Tom C.
What can I say that hasn't already been said? With a name like Doe's Eat Place, you know it' must have generations of history behind it. If you're new to Greenville or the Delta in general and you're using your GPS to bring you here, don't be alarmed as you drive up - your GPS hasn't flaked out - yes, Doe's is definitely in the hood! You wouldn't believe this converted turn of the century shack, er house is home to steaks pushing the $50 range and worthy of high praise from the Food Network and other media. Yep, Doe's is definitely an original I see that Doe's had franchises now but I don't see how the copies can recreate the charm of the original, nor how the steaks can taste the same unless they come out of that ancient, very well seasoned broiler. As others have noted, you enter through the kitchen through the screen door with a knife holding it closed and walk right past that turn of the century broiler to the dining area just like you're walking through your Grandma's kitchen (if your Grandma lived in the Mississippi Delta that is). You'll sit at tables and chairs that look like they've been there 50 years (and they probably have) and there won't be a menu. Prices? Don't even ask - if you have to ask, you can't afford it. But be prepared to throw down at least $50 a person minimum. Get the house salad with the dressing that comes with it (don't bother asking for your usual) and share the steak and shrimp and garlic bread. I'm sure the fries are just the same frozen ones every restaurant serves but dang if they don't taste special too, and don't forget to order some tamales and of course sweet tea to wash it down with (and it has to be sweet - you're in the Delta, don't even think of asking for unsweetened, I don't even know if they'd have any.) Sit back, take in the Delta's ambiance where time stands still and enjoy one of the best steak dinners you've ever had.
(5)John P.
Literally the greatest steak, hot tamales, and boiled shrimp I have ever consumed. This restaurant has the most special place in my heart as favorite. The atmosphere is amazing and extremely unique. The food is very pricey, but amazing :) I would recommend to anyone!
(5)E M.
I grew up around the corner from Does,So I've eaten here quite a few time.:) I've been to every state in the U.S.A. And hands down this is the best steak and tamales joint on the face of planet earth. And I just love the @ home atmosphere that this place has. I did I mention the salas? Wow wished I had the dressing recipe I would be rich, man ,y mouth is watering all the way in Seattle ! Hey Lil Charles u You need to open a place here it would rock, I highly recommend this hidden secret in the Mississippi Delta. It's worth the trip.
(5)robert l.
Good steak, great service, but as a teenager I remember the hot tamales were much better and wrapped in corn husk.
(3)Howah L.
The setting is nothing fancy. walked thru the kitchen to get to the seating area. Not much seating either. Split hot tamales, 2lb T-bone steak, shrimp, garlic bread with a friend. I am not much a fan of tamales, and I am a tad more accustomed to the corn meal type of tamales, which I do not like. These tamales on the other hand do not have that hard corn meal outer layer. These tamales are seasoned and spiced well. I may have to give tamales another chance. The T-bone steak was order medium rare and provided so. It seemed to be a bout a 2-inch cut. The steak was seasoned very well and simply. The tenderloin side was absolutely amazing. Couldn't have been any better. The strip steak side was a little chewy which may be expected. Perhaps I should have ordered medium to make it less so. Good none the less. Garlic bread and shrimp was good, but wasn't much of a highlight compared to the steak and hot tamales. I think the shrimp may have been over cooked a tad, but I'm no shellfish expert.
(4)Frederick L.
One of the oddest dining experiences I've ever had, for sure. Sitting at a table in a corner of the kitchen. No menu, no prices. As a Texan, I had to try the tamales. I was hungry and they were good (the chili fair - not spicy at all), so I had two plates. And a 'salad' which was basically iceberg lettuce sitting in an ocean of dressing. $5 for that. I enjoyed the experience - it's schtick in its way - and am glad I went, but at $30+, a return visit is unlikely.
(3)Gretchen C.
Best steak I've had in years! It made me sad to leave some of the drippings on my plate. The ambiance is just that, ambiance. You're not going to get that experience anywhere else. It was all part of the fun. Rough neighborhood, walking into the kitchen, holes in the floor, and a knife holding a door closed. It was awesome. Loved the salad. With no menu there was a bit of sticker shock when we got our bill, but it worked out to about $50 a person. Not bad when you look at the quality. I know I've paid that much for meals I don't remember. I won't be forgetting this one!
(5)Heather G.
This establishment is legendary in some circles. Don't be thrown off by the fact that it's in a shack that looks like it may burn up from the accumulated grease. Don't be afraid of the fluorescently lit dining room with long tables and hunting decor. Doe's has been visited and appreciated by many a famous person. Go here for steaks, and eat the tamales that would offend Mexicans. It's a southern experience. You may have to be a native to understand. Also, this is the original. Don't be fooled by the franchise imitations. This one has a history.
(5)Janene D.
How does a legendary place like Doe's only have 10 Yelp reviews!? This is one of those MUST TRY steak houses in the US. It is a bona fide joint - as jointy as they come. Expect an off-duty police officer to escort you from your car inside. A little off putting, but don't let it scare you off. You enter Doe's through the kitchen. I'm not familar with MS health codes, so not sure how this flies, but it's neat to see the huge pots of food bubbling while you wait for your table. Then you enter into the seating area through the food prep station. Tables are crowded close together with 1970s vinyl table cloths. The portions are huge. Our family of five can split a couple of decent size steaks with leftovers. They are served au jus and cooked to perfection. Really tender and really flavorful. And they also serve tamales which are interesting. We're from Texas, and of course MS tamales are different from TX tamales - skinny and long with more masa and less meat than I'm used to. They also tend to be greasier. Doe's tamales are well known, but ultimately since it's not what I'm used to I'm not a convert. But they make a good appetizer and are worth trying. Pay attention to the hours. The first time we tried to go, the restaurant was closed, though the kitchen was open, and they offered to sell us some tamales. We've been two subsequent times over the past several years, and it was so worth it, we planned whole days around dinner in Greenville. I don't give it 5 stars, because I give VERY few of those. But Doe's should be on any steak lovers bucket list.
(4)Tim M.
STEAKS are still the best of the South. As Scott stated, the amount of steak juice has declined recently but it hasn't taken away from the taste. The porterhouse had very small portion of fat for a 2.5lb steak - just enough to enjoy the additional flavoring. Decor: You still appreciate the old-fashioned cast-iron skillets used for cooking and the fact that you sit inches from all the kitchen action. Service: I still love this place because it's my hometown and the food is wonderful, but this weekend I was extremely close to penalizing them 2 stars for lack of service. Exactly like last time, we called day of to confirm our reservation only to be told that it wasn't there!! They were able to give us the same time for my group of 4. We were meeting a group of friends - we divided into 2 groups for ease of sitting within Doe's. Upon arrival, they had the other group's reservation for the wrong hour. We had to wait 1 hr to be seated. Parking: Still a problem. Wish Doe's would acquire 1 of the 2 lots on the other corners of the intersection, pave it, and so that way security can more easily escort and direct traffic. Future needs: A better reservation system - whether it be a special line to leave a VM or online but they need a central point to take reservations. Otherwise, this could become a larger future problem.
(4)Jill S.
Led to and from parking to the door by an armed security guard, which is kind of funny, however-one of the best steaks I've ever had. Love the decor. The bread was ridiculously good as well. Reminds me of being home in the South. Must say though, I didn't expect the check to be as much as it was for the way the place looked. Don't let it stop you, just keep that in mind...
(4)Jonathan G.
Step 1: Call ahead. This is imperative. Step 2: Drive into a bad neighborhood. Step 3: Hide your valuables, and park, hopefully by a streetlight. There's a security guard patrolling the intersection, but still. Step 4: Walk in, let the waitress know you're here. Step 6: Wait in the kitchen, near the oven. Watch TV, watch the cook (try not to get too hot), have a beer (on the honor system, let the waitress know you grabbed one), and say hi to the owner. Notice the filth, stains on the wall, holes in the floor/ceiling, and avoid tripping. Step 7: Sit down. Ask for a filet mignon, garlic bread, fries, salad, and a beer. (I'd suggest a Newcastle.) Step 8: Eat the greatest steak of your life. Step 9: Go pay the lady (about $50 or so). Step 10: Plan on coming back.
(5)Ethan T.
The sirloin was hands down the best I've ever had. Garlic bread and fries were okay. Salad was not my favorite. The dressing tasted similar to pickle juice. Between two people splitting a steak, garlic bread, and two salads our bill came to about $62. The bone in sirloin was more than enough for the two of us. Skip the salads.
(4)Peter H.
one of the greatest meals I've ever had. way the hell out in the middle of mississippi delta nothingness. the steak rivals the best of NYC and the circumstance just makes it better. you walk through the kitchen to get to the dining room. gotta be the most expensive restaurant in Mississippi but worth every cent.
(5)Eric F.
Flew here from Seattle based on Calvin Trillin's (New Yorker) hype that this is the best restaurant in the United States. Silly me. Fool me once. If this is the best the U.S. has to offer then folks we are in serious trouble. This restaurant occupies what used to be a hardware store on the bad side of town. To reach the dining room you thread your way through the kitchen which was -when I was there- trash strewn and filled with dirty dishes stacked to eye level. Are you still hungry? Once seated in the corner of the dining room I was totally ignored - in a mostly empty restaurant- without even the benefit of a glass of water. No one came to take my order. I had 45 minutes to reflect on the not so subtle discrimination this restaurant dishes out to Northerners. I was made acutely aware of how beef is dry aged: the walk in meat locker occupies one wall of the dining room. The stench of rotting flesh was overpowering. I imagine how Vicksburg must have smelled 3 days after the battle. Picture yourself in Italy on a hot summer day in the middle of a garbage strike and you have captured the ambience of this place. Would you dine on lobster in the middle of a favela? Still hungry?
(1)Tim E.
be ready for an experience. Not typical high end steakhouse but the steaks and fries are top notch. beer selection is good, and going to get it out of the fridge on my own made me feel at home. I was warned the area was rough in advance, but it didn't seem as bad as advertised, but there is a guy with a gun keeping the patrons safe. Not planning on being in Mississippi often, but I will plan to visit Doe's next time I'm passing through.
(5)Stephen B.
I have to agree, this was one of the best steaks I've ever had and it is nearly impossible to explain why. The steak was simply salted and peppered, nothing more and broiled in an oven. I asked if the meat came from a special farm because it was so tender and they said it was "choice" not even prime or black angus but choice! However the cow comes in whole and is butchered in house which must be in part what makes the difference. The other factor must be in the same old equipment that has been used for years. The fries are handcut and hand pokes in a cast iron skillet which reminded me of my grandmas The sautéed shrimp had a nice Cajun slice and the salad was simple but had a nice tart garlicky lemony bite. The garlic bread was disappointing because the salad had more of a garlic punch than the bread. But who really comes to Doe's for bread anyways? I am from Washington DC and as long as my wife is stuck working in the armpit of the south known as Greenville, MS I can at least look forward to more visits to Doe's BTW the neighborhood is rundown like people say, but if you are from a city like DC(the old DC that is) NYC Philly, it ain't nothing you ain't never seen before ;) you will be fine. Enjoy!
(5)Terence B.
Great place. Yes, it is a very odd dining experience as you enter through the kitchen which adds to the overall experience. Great steaks and well worth the money. This place is highly recommended and a true dining experience.
(5)Ken W.
Who'da thunk!?! Doe's was a complete surprise. From the outside, it looks like a dive. On the inside, it was pure bliss. What character. My bone-in ribeye was the best steak I have eaten in my 62 years. The house salad, although simple, was delicious; the dressing took me way back to my childhood and was reminiscent of German-style wilted lettuce. We were able to sit in the kitchen to see much of the magic happening. And the staff was exceptional in its competence and friendliness. I live in Cincinnati, but I gotta get back.
(5)Cris W.
Doe's is certainly an experience. You are led into the forgotten-era shotgun house, past the steak oven, through the kitchen, to your dining room. You get a first-hand look at the food prep process. The steaks are cooked in a two-flame gas oven. The fries are cooked by huge black skillets on a gas stove. The fries are great - they're kinda soft and soggy instead of crispy. The only reason I didn't give Doe's 5 stars is due to their lack of a ribeye on their menu. The ribeye is my fav cut of beef. Be sure to get a coffee-can full of tamales to go.
(4)Eric D.
One word Yummy!!! Arrived in the daylight and was concerned by the neighborhood, but they do have an armed guard. Don't let that throw you. Walk through the kitchen to your seat and get a good look at the old south. There is no menu, but your server will walk you through it. I ordered the filet and was not disappointed. Also the tamales are a must have, as a visit here without trying them is not complete. Will definitely return if I am ever in this area again. The experience was one I will not forget.
(5)Robert A.
There are a lot of good steaks out there - but eating the steak while taking in the Doe's experience - makes it world class! There is no menu - never has been - but they will let you pick your steak if you want to see it first. All the steaks are fantastic and big really big. Most steaks are best shared and if you are going to share your steak, let them know and they will pre-slice it for you. Their sirloin steak can feed three people. The fillet is the only cut that is for one diner. A must with any visit is an order of hot tamales and a Doe's salad. The hot tamales are as good as I have had anywhere (most like it with ketchup) and the salad is like nothing you have ever had. It's the dressing - some combination of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and something I can't identify. The service is not sophisticated, but they will be happy to get you set ups for your wine or liquor since it is BYOB. Some servers are better than others, but I have always had reasonably good service. Doe's is what it is and most people, local or not, love it. Doe's is in the middle of the Mississippi Delta - one of the poorest areas of the country. It is in a poor area of town and has been for well over 80 years, but it is safe. Like many other restaurants, it has security. You enter through the kitchen and the steaks are laid out on tables around the huge oven. You definitely need a reservation most nights. Make sure you are prepared for your experience before you get there and it's best if you go with someone who has been before. And if you go when it is raining make sure to step around the buckets because the roof leaks - all part of the Doe's experience!
(5)David E.
Great place. The fact that they have an officer on duty to be sure your car doesn't get broken into, and that you enter through the kitchen of the old dilapidated building both add to the experience. The steaks are good quality (not the best I've ever had, but very good) and not your typical choices (huge steaks to feed the table...or one or two hungry people w/ big appetites). The tamales are incredible. Even the salad and fried shrimp are outstanding. They have franchised and opened other "corporate" locations. I have been to two others besides the original location in Greenville.. The food was not quite as good, and is lacking in the ambiance that you get in Greenville. If you are ever within an hour or two from here, it's worth the drive.
(5)Brant B.
This is the original Doe's. Man, it was good. Not exactly on the organic diet, but when it's time to kind of set back and do some eating, this is it. The salad is homemade, shrimp appetizer is awesome, filet had great flavor, and fries were original. This is deffinately not your normal place to eat. It is a hole in the wall, but that is what makes it what it is. You can smell steaks from blocks away.
(4)Demi C.
Found Doe's on Chowhound about 3-4 years ago while on a work related cross country trip, and steak has never been the same. On our first trip to the place, when the steak was served, I felt like I was in Bedrock with the Flinstones because of the huge cut of ribeye. My BF and I visited the restaurant twice (in like 3 days) before we skipped town. We basically ate across the US that year, and really, nothing can compare. We still dream of Doe's, and will definitely make it back one day.
(5)Bryan H.
First off, I'll start with the important thing; the food. When you get to Doe's, it's unlike any setup I've been in before. You walk in through the kitchen, are brought to your table, and asked what you'd like. We never saw a menu, and none was ever offered to us, but that wasn't an issue. We all decided to have the 10oz filets, with 2 orders of tamales to start us off. If you go here and don't try the tamales, you are honestly missing out on an absolutely surprising treat. Northern MS is NEVER where one would figure they are going to find the best tamales they've ever eaten (to date at least), but lo and behold, I did. The spice isn't overpowering, but merely an accent to an overall wonderful flavor. The meat was moist, and the flavor amazing. To the steak; I have eaten in MANY high end steakhouses, both in Tennessee, Oklahoma, and New York City. Not only high priced places, but places where people tell you that you're going to have a steak that will change your life. Not a single steak I have eaten to this date, outside of ones I have cooked myself, comes close to the filet I had that night. The gentlemen I ate dinner with were world travelers of places like Argentina, Australia, South Africa, and other "cattle/meat" destinations, and they all agreed this was one of the greatest steaks they have ever had. I can't exactly explain what it was, because there was no blue cheese rub on the steak, it's not like it was encrusted with salt from the dead sea... but between the consistency, the fact that it was perfectly cooked, and the overall allowance of letting a great cut of meat flavor itself rather than drown it in rubs or sauces... it was as close to a religious experience as I've ever had eating food. Now... the bad. This restaurant has the ultimately unfortunate problem that they have 0 opportunity to change... location. Doe's is smack in the middle of a neighborhood that made me uneasy even in daylight, but it certainly isn't anywhere you'd ever find me after dark. The poverty of the surrounding Greenville area is heartbreaking, and through no fault of their own, however it says something about an area when a down-home place like Doe's employs an armed security guard for their parking lot. And no, I don't mean armed with a tazer, I mean he has a handgun. While being a down home style restaurant works being in the middle of a community rather than the middle of the city... in this case it works against them rather than for them. HOWEVER, this being said, I 100% plan on going back if I'm ever in the area on business again. I know this is a franchise restaurant, however it's the age of the appliances in the original that set it well over anything a franchise could give you.
(4)John M.
This place would certainly serve as my last meal on Earth or "death row" meal. A couple of things to remember when preparing to experience Doe's: 1. This is a place worth making a special trip for. And that means upwards of a 3 hour drive or flight. 2. Doe's does not serve liquor or wine. Only domestic beer and Heineken is available. However, you can bring your own wine or liquor. I suggest stopping by Chillie's Package Store (on Highway 82), which has the largest selection of fine wines in Mississippi, before dining at Doe's to pick up a fine red. 3. The only cut of meat that can be eaten by one person is the filet mignon. Therefore, unless you are really into filet, I suggest ordering one of the larger cuts and sharing with the table. The other cuts of meat are the massive sirloin, porterhouse, and (sometimes) T-bone. 4. Aside from order the steaks, the hot tamales, salad, shrimp, and garlic bread are must-orders Even the double-cut porterhouses at Morton's cannot compare with the size and flavor of the steaks here. I suggest ordering the large sirloin, which is around 40oz, or the porterhouse, which is usually 30oz. I am convinced that around the holidays, the porterhouses are cut thicker than at other times of the year. I have eaten here over 50 times and would be happy to serve as an expert resource for anyone on Yelp who is investigating eating here. Doe's won the James Beard Award as an American Classic in 2007. You can find the history of Doe's Eat Place on Wikipedia here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Do…
(5)Scott N.
i can't believe i have to review the best steak in the South. my family came for the holiday family dinner and myself and my two brothers demolished two t-bones, broiled shrimp, a dozen tamales with chili and salads. and a liter of Old Charter. the ONLY thing that has changed is that they kinda short you on the steak juice. i remember the plate being full of it - now you just get a dash. but seriously, one of my most favorite places in the world to eat.
(5)Cameron W.
Best steak ever
(5)JP J.
Some of my finest memories growing up in Southeast Arkanas include trips over to Greenville to eat at Doe's. Everything they make is top-notch! If I had a choice of one meal before I died, it would be the Porterhouse, Fries, Fried Shrimp, Tamales, Salad, and Bread. Don't go here if you're expecting upscale dining, but if you want Southern culture at its best and a prime steak cooked the way God intended, this is the place for you. They have franchised out and the other's are good, but this location will always be the best.
(5)Brady L.
I must admit this one of those places that worth the drive and you will find no other place like this! Just look at the pictures of my mom and see how happy she looks with her steak!
(5)J M.
I just love this place. One of a kind. Incredible steak, I have paid much more for much less
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