Jackson Jambalaya

I remember a popular bar in Greenville in the 70's also called One Block East. It was the "Poet's" of the Delta. Same people, perhaps?

No connection - that was my good friend the Hines family up in the Delta (they had it in the '90s, I think Bridewell had it in the '70s).

KF, did you check which letter was hanging in the restaurant, before you ate? An "A" I hope!

According to the Department of Health, they received an A rating.

I was going to say, and still will....Name is not at all original as they stole it from a well established, super popular bar/club/diner in Greenville, which was situated downtown on Washington, one block east of the Mississippi River Levee.. Don't pretend they didn't. How Unoriginal!

http://msbusiness.com/blog/2012/01/13/remnants-of-iconic-nightclub-demolished/

So the place in G'ville is long gone. Get over the use of a catchy name by someone trying to build a business. I'd say it is a tip of the hat to a place that no longer exists and could make people have some pleasant memories. And, is it required that a new place have an original name? Sheesh.

Still has a damn good burger.

Check out the burgers at Krilakis in Ridgeland. It's a Greek place, but the burgers are great.

Does anyone remember the chili burgers and chili dogs from the early days of Ward's in Hattiesburg and wherever else they may have opened?

Thanks for the tip - I am always lookling to expand my list of good burger joints.

Anyone think they'll get sued by the copyright owner of that legendary Robert Johnson photo? That painting on their wall looks a little too much like it at first glance. Copyright violations were what hounded the late, departed Moe's out of Jackson, although poor business probably mattered more, as they remain open in other cities, without the paintings.

Another really good (new) burger can be found at the Pig & Pint in Fondren. They call it the Boudin Burger. Mix of sausage and smoked beef. The BBQ ain’t bad either. I’ve eaten there twice for lunch. Havent gotten to sample the beer yet, but the draft & bottle list is quite extensive.

I got the nachos at the Pig and Pint last night. Very tasty and one order can feed at least four. But for burgers, I love Hickory Pit.

The location is literally, one block east of state st. Hence the name.

after reading this post this morning, I had to try One Block East. I got the blue pig burger (blue cheese & bacon). Great burger. They definitely add something to the meat...its got a little kick to it. cayenne pepper? I also like the fact they have pool tables and live music.

What color felt on the tables?

I had a burger there over the weekend... It was also.. This also seems to be the only late night spot to eat downtown