Brittney Snell
Staff Writer
Iron Horse Grill is a restaurant known for its hardships but is currently building success from its ashes.
Built initially as a smokehouse in 1906, it is now a restaurant dedicated to good music and even better food.
In 1998, the old Iron Horse mysteriously fell victim to a series of fires that ultimately caused the closing of its doors for some time. Due to high demand, it has returned and is gaining back the popularity it once had.
At first glance, the Iron Horse Grill makes an amazing first impression. Walking in, you can tell a lot of effort was put into the feel of the restaurant.
It has a quirky old western feel while still being elegant. The mural on the back wall is eye catching and different, supporting the musical theme also seen throughout the restaurant. The place is beautiful and welcoming, while still preserving its past history.
The menu was quite unexpected and has a lot of Tex-Mex variety. They serve everything from fajitas to burgers and stuffed catfish, one of my personal favorites.
Another dish I was delighted to try was the burrito de pollo. It was a huge burrito, stuffed with chicken and covered with Parmesan cheese. I was surprised with how good it was because of its simplicity and it definitely beat some of the burritos I have had at regular Mexican restaurants.
I also sampled the BBQ chicken quesadillas. I enjoyed this, although the BBQ flavor might throw some other people off because it is unconventional for quesadillas. However, it had really good flavor and it is something I would still recommend. I also liked it because even though it is an appetizer, it is large enough to be a meal and is affordably priced.
The service at Iron Horse was the best I have had in a long time. My server was well educated in the history of the restaurant and in the menu. He was able to tell me about the ingredients grown locally in Mississippi and he made the experience even more enjoyable.
Iron Horse Grill is a good eating option for JSU students for multiple reasons. The prices are very affordable and the service is amazing. The location of the restaurant is not far from campus at 320 West Pearl Street and the food options there are expansive.
Altogether, Iron Horse Grill is a great restaurant and should really surpass the expectations of anyone who walks through its doors. I enjoyed eating there and anticipate returning in the future. It has genuinely become one of my favorites.
4 out of 5 forks!
Brittney’s Bites is a weekly feature spotlighting various restaurants and food vendors frequented by JSU students. The opinions expressed in this review are those of the writer and not that of The Blue & White Flash.
