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2026 Capitol Region Fried Catfish Trail

The Ultimate Guide to Copiah, Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Simpson, & Warren Counties' Best Fried Catfish

The Capitol Region Fried Catfish Trail highlights some of the best catfish spots across Copiah, Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Simpson, and Warren counties. From longtime family-owned fish houses to hidden local favorites, this trail celebrates crispy, golden fillets served with hushpuppies, slaw, fries, and all the Southern fixings. Whether you're a local or just passing through central Mississippi, the Capitol Region offers a true taste of tradition — one plate at a time. 

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2026 Capitol Region Fried Catfish Trail

Saltine

622 Duling Avenue
Jackson, MS 39216
(601) 982-2899

Saltine


622 Duling Avenue

Jackson, MS 39216

(601) 982-2899
 

Saltine is located in the heart of Fondren in a converted 1920s schoolhouse that is on the historic registry.


You can expect to see a variety of their bayou born favorites on the menu, along with several fried catfish dishes, including a blue plate special at lunch on Fridays. Mississippi Memories pick is the Fried Simmons Catfish Po’boy. It 

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Sunset Grill

4269 MS-43 
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-6766

Sunset Grill


4269 MS-43 

Brandon, MS 39047

(601) 829-6766


Sunset Grill is located inside Sunset Marina on Highway 43 giving diners beautiful sunsets to view while they eat dinner.


You cannot go wrong with the platter or the po’boy, but Mississippi Memories pick is the Hand-Grabbin Platter of Mississippi farm-raised catfish filets. It is served with hushpuppies, fresh-cut fries, and slaw. 

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