Of all the local places in Oxford I make sure to visit when in town, this is one of them, if not…read more"the one". Look, if you appreciate this place for what it is (local dive bar vibes with good service, cold drinks) then there is no way you don't rate this place five-stars. You don't watch Happy Gilmore if you're looking for an Oscar-winning film, but who doesn't like Happy Gilmore?! Excellent for a few casual drinks, game-day get-togethers, etc. Service and staff has always been excellent. Full disclosure I've never tried their food items, but it appears to be on-par typical bar fare. If you're in Oxford check this place out.

The Library Oxford is a great small local business. The venue has multiple TVs so you can watch…read moreyour game and the sound is low enough in the venue you can still hear others right next to you. The food is nothing fancy but it is good bar food for a fair price. Drinks are reasonable in cost and the service is friendly, efficient and simply they are there to help you if you need it. I have walked by many times but am glad I finally went in for a drink and mozzarella sticks.

We were pleasantly surprised that following one of the Ole Miss graduations, we called McCormick's…read moreand they indicated they were open with no wait. There were nine of us and with so many graduations, we were worried about finding a restaurant. Overall great experience. Our server was prompt and attentive, the food was decent quality and really reasonably priced, the restaurant was clean and there was plenty of room for our large party. We ordered fish and chips, Caesar salad with steak, wings, chicken nachos, and redfish...plus cheesecake, cookies and cake! Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

McCormick's is located at the Hotel on Campus at Ole Miss, Great Food & Toddies. Awesome location…read moreand atmosphere. A+++++

I usually love coming to the Growler and have had good experiences in the past. However, I went…read morethere after my graduation with my family and had such a horrible time. The bartender did not look at us once and when my brother asked if he had any recommendations or a favorite, he responded "no" without even looking up. When I asked for 2 drinks I was told they were out which was fine, but then I asked what they did have and was told, "look if it has a cap on it". The Growler was something my family was looking forward to since they were coming for the first time from Connecticut and had heard good things, but the bartender made it seem like we weren't wanted there. I did not end up getting a drink which was an unfortunate way to end my graduation night.

The Growler is the ideal spot in Oxford to hang out with a group of friends and grab some great…read morebeer on tap! I've been to The Growler quite a few times and have always had a great experience. I decided to swing in this week while back in town and it really held up. The staff working the bar are consistently awesome - they're personable, quick, and extremely helpful. The beer is always well poured. Their food is always great for the atmosphere. Some places tend to get lazy when serving bar food, but that is not the case for The Growler. There is so much seating available if you are planning to hang out with friends, and they have a few tvs and games available for use. It is somehow also a great spot for working - I have typed many, many papers here and have somehow never been too distracted despite this place often being filled with groups of people.

Great food but dirty bathrooms!. The employees are very nice and they managed to remember…read moreeveryone's order for our party of 11 when they brought out the food.

I stopped by here while I was in Oxford four a job. The food was amazing. The chili cheese fries…read morewere over the top!! Friendly staff have a great vibe. Definitely will return if I'm back in the area.

The Nightbird speakeasy. A hidden (actually) gem in Oxford. We sought out this place while in…read moreOxford and found the hidden door and voila, we were in. I ordered a jungle bird and my wife ordered an espresso martini. This place is super cool, if not just for the fact that it's hidden and you have to find it. The jungle bird was tiki strong and delicious with dark rum as the main. The espresso martini was also awesome flavor and strong. The Nightbird is a cool little hidden gem. Check it out, if you can find your way in.

Kinda pricey, but that was no problem. The drinks were great!! I especially loved the espresso…read moremartini's and the still or sparkling. I ended up ordering the drop biscuits, mini burgers, and caviar tots. It was all 10/10. Our server (I wish I could remember his name... Franko?) was great and he was very attentive. He was also a bartender, so he made our great drinks.

If you find Bar Muse, you've done well…read more Enter a slender doorway just off Van Buren, with the bar's name spelled out in tile... Inside is understated and cozy...nothing fancy. Just a chill atmosphere for some equivalently chill beverages. If you sit at the bar, be prepared to have a friendly chat with proprietor Joe, who also artfully crafted the menu. The offering features generous pours and generous deals at happy hour, which runs 4-6. Cocktails are the star here, although a thoughtful selection of select wine and beer awaits if that's your jam. Tonight, Sip It Trebek caught my eye and I'm glad it did. "What is bourbon with a fig liqueur and some bitters, Alex?" Bar Muse is one of those places you wish was near your home, no matter where home might be. Peace from the pace.

Hidden gem with a very intimate speakeasy-esque vibe... right up my alley. I came on a Wednesday…read moreafter work and there was plenty of seating (although I'm sure this changes during high traffic hours). The bartender was very friendly and the cocktails exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be back on my next visit!

We visited the Velvet Ditch a couple of weeks ago and meant to write a review then. Anyway, we were…read morereally surprised how really super nice the staff and how knowledgable they were about the menu. We ate outside and noticed how private it felt even though we were outside. Nice and easy going, we didn't feel rushed, our food came out in a timely manner and it came out hot. I had the Chicken Alfredo, my husband had Cheeseburger and Fries (MR), and my friend had Boneless Wings/fries. My husband's Cheeseburger was cooked perfectly. My Chicken Alfredo was not dry and neither was the chicken, and my friends Boneless Wings looked juicy as well. We also had apps! Our frozen adult drinks were on point. What I liked the most was that we were not rushed, instead we felt like we were in our backyard relaxed enjoying our food, drinks, and each other's company. Thank you Velvet Ditch we will be back...My husband is dying to try the Oysters!

The Velvet Ditch located in downtown Oxford, The Square…read more This is a typical college bar type restaurant with outdoor beer garden and seating with televisions and a raucous crowd. We came in to taste the local flair while on an Ole Miss college tour. The wait was lengthy however you could still stand at the bar and have a drink while you waited. We ordered a round of beers and checked out the place and the people. The bartenders were very nice, a lot of southern hospitality in this town. We were finally seated and ordered a seafood platter and a few orders of seafood gumbo. The gumbo was absolutely delicious. Shrimp that tasted amazing and sausage with great flavor. Rice cooked perfectly and overall a great dish. The seafood platter in my opinion, not worth the money. It was okay, but nothing spectacular. Coming from vegas the bar is set high on dining out as we have the best of the best in our city when it comes to places to eat. While this was a fun place to hang, it's expensive for a college town. The ahi tuna nachos at this place are absolutely amazing and a must try. Best thing I ate there. A ton of Ahi and a huge portion. There was more ahi than chips. Clean place, fair service at the tables, waitress delivered 4 entrees and saint bring the 11 year olds dinner. He sat for 15 minutes and I had to hunt her down to ask where the kids food was. Serve everyone at the same time, it's rude not to. This was a big annoyance for me as the child sits with no food while everyone else is eating for 15-20 minutes.

It was OK…read more Positives - super convenient if you're staying at the hotel. Really cool ambiance although it is showing some wear and tear. The patio overlooking the Square has unbeatable views and scenery. Awesome place for an afternoon cocktail. Negatives - they were out of 3 draft beers. I tried to order the pulled pork sandwich and I was informed they don't make it any more and they were in the process of taking it off the menu. The smash burger I got was a joke (see my pictures). My waitress was nice just not very fast. If you are looking for a cool spot for a drink, this works. If you are looking for more of a culinary experience, go some place on the Square.

Ok, nope, dropping this to a one star. I don't know what kind of armada of middle-aged washed-up…read moredemons this place keeps recruiting from, but the sooner that portal to hell is closed the better for all of us. Bartenders are always extremely snooty and utterly disinterested in doing anything except looking down their misshapen noses at you unless you're one of the middle-aged swinger couples that frequent the place, because of course god forbid a college-aged person in a college town have the audacity to come upstairs for a drink. Do not go here if you are under the age of 30.