Feel the Beat
You can still hear the beat of live music in the town that inspired Elvis to create his own.
Check out these live music venues for unique sounds and swaying beats, and be sure to tag us using #MyTupelo!
Amsterdam Deli
Blue Canoe
Blue Canoe is a laid back, funky joint and Tupelo's home for original live music. The relaxed atmosphere takes its patrons miles away, while the staff make them feel right at home. It serves clever, mostly hands-on bar food and offers more than 100 beers - 35 of which are on tap daily. It was recently voted Top 10 Burgers in MS. It's often called a "5 Star Dive Bar." Text 'Canoe' to 57711 for weekly updates and free stuff!
Brick and Spoon Tupelo
An experience for those who want accessible, affordable alfresco dining.
Bulldog Burger Company
Cadence Bank Arena and Conference Center
With 10,000 seats and more than 37,000 square feet, the multi-use center and its nearly 170 exhibit booths can oblige large-scale conventions, concerts, trade shows, exhibitions, parties and receptions. The arena floor can transform to wood, ice or dirt, rendering it a premier staging area for sports events ranging from ice hockey to basketball to rodeo.
Ethel Mae’s
Ethel Mae’s is the local's soulful upscale dining restaurant that plans to incorporate entertainment and a menu that is full of southern flavor and unique eats.
Just Love Coffee Cafe
Breakfast | Brunch | Lunch | Catering
Link Centre
The Link Centre presents a variety of music, film, and dining events either through its programs or its partners. A multi-tenant nonprofit facility: home to organizations ranging from North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra to West of Shake Rag Improv to Sisters Network Tupelo Chapter, with three performance hall/rental venues and a commercial kitchen. Attend events in the Concert Hall, Reception Hall, Black Box Theater, or other spaces. Make sure you attend the annual Don't Be Cruel BBQ Duel, which is the major fundraiser for the Link Centre. If you're not sure what to do in Tupelo, check out all that happens here from the Monthly Music Mix to enjoying a dinner right before a symphony concert! Contact us for more information about office space, event rentals, weddings, catering, and more.
Lone Star Schooner Bar and Grill
Lone Star Bar and Grill serves up hot eats and beverages!
Lost + Found Coffee Company
From Creator to cup, Lost + Found serves up an unforgettable coffee experience. Click for more information.
Romie’s Grocery & Rob Lesley Catering
Romie's Grocery makes a point to "put a little south in ya' mouth" for lunch and dinner. Romie's offers great southern food in a relaxed atmosphere where you can also enjoy a full bar, outdoor patio with live music, and free Wi-Fi!
Come in for its Meat and 3 Southern Homemade Plate Lunch, which offers a choice of 3 meats and 10 vegetables daily! Romie's also has sandwiches, salads, and great burgers. Save room and treat yourself to our Bourbon Pecan Pie with ice cream, Banana Pudding, and more!
Don't forget - nobody can fry green tomatoes like Romie's Grocery!
Call or fax for take out orders:
Phone: (662) 841-TOGO (8646) or (662) 842-8986 and Fax: (662) 842-0605
Oren Dunn City Museum
The Oren Dunn City Museum is housed in a converted dairy barn, which was a part of the internationally known Forest Lake Farms. The museum weaves a beautiful tapestry of what makes Tupelo great from its humble birth to present day. Re-live the rich history of this awarded "All America City" through an eclectic village and its original dogtrot cabin, one-room church and school! Find out more about Tupelo through permanent exhibits including a model of the 1940's railroad, tornado history, Hospital on the Hill history, Chickasaw cultural history, and the northeast Mississippi fossils! The museum is also located inside Ballard Park where having access to playgrounds, picnic areas, and a lakeside walking trail makes for a great day for any visitors and tour groups.
Steele’s Dive
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Thursday - Sunday with a pub style menu and lunch buffets.
Toast Cocktail and Piano Bar
Toast features a daily Happy Hour, complimentary Champagne Toasts on weekends, along with a small dinner and brunch menu. Join us 6 nights a week for a relaxed atmosphere with creative cocktails!
Woody’s
Woody's Tupelo Steakhouse is Tupelo's ONLY Certified Angus Steakhouse! Enjoy delicious charcoal grilled hand cut steaks, exotic Wild Game, delicious Seafood, and old family recipes with a flair. Located for 18 years in the historic Rex Plaza, Woody's Tupelo is one of Tupelo's most satisfying and award winning dining experiences, in a relaxing and casually rustic atmosphere. Our lounge is Tupelo's original Karaoke place every Thursday night, with live bands every weekend. Rated 3 Diamonds by AAA, locally voted Tupelo's Best Service, Best Steakhouse, and Best Seafood, and rated "Excellent" on Trip Advisor. We'd love for you to come in and make yourself at home. Remember - we're not fancy, just fabulous!
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