Can’t beat the grilled ear sandwich ??
A Mississippi friend had insisted that I try the pig ear sandwich next time I went through Jackson. He told me it was world famous and had been featured on several national programs so I was looking forward to trying it. I really had no idea what to expect, I just put the name in my GPS and followed the onscreen directions.Imagine my surprise when it took me to this tiny little "hole-in-the-wall" that didn't look all that impressive on the outside. But when I opened the door the aroma proved I was in the right place! Plus the long line of locals lined up waiting to order!Interestingly there was a tour group in the back from out of state that was being given a wonderful orientation by an animated fellow (the owner?) who stood on the counter and recounted the history and the uniqueness of the place. I loved hearing his enthusiasm and passion for all things Big Apple Inn. He was delightful.The ladies filling the orders worked NON-STOP and were like machines. They were obviously very experienced and very good at what they did.I didn't really know what to order so I stepped up to the counter and told them I was from out of state but had been told I just had to try their pig ear sandwich. They laughed and suggested I pair it with another type of sandwich so I followed their suggestion and placed my order.It took about half an hour because there were so many orders in front of mine and I enjoyed watching the staff methodically fulfill the orders while I listened to the banter of the faithful locals and listened to the excellent narrative from the impassioned orator.I had gotten mine to go and when I got back to the truck I was excited to dig in. I ate the pig-ear sandwich first and actually enjoyed it. The consistency was like a lasagna noodle and the pairing with the Cole Slaw, mustard and excellent BBQ sauce made it superb. The other (regular pork?) sandwich was just as delicious!I can see why people rave about this place and look forward to returning on a future trip through Jackson. We need more great places like this that unpretentiously offer culinary and cultural delights. We'll done, Big Apple Inn, well done!
This place is great! The smoke sandwiches are delicious and so cheap! I always stop by since this place isnt too far from my office downtown!
Definitely not fast but well worth the experience.
This place never disappoints. Whenever you are in MS, visit this place. It is located in the Historic District of Farish St. It has been featured in many platforms. If you love pig ears, smokes,fried bologna, this is your place. Be sure to get a peach drink to wash it down. Mr. Lee has another location on State Street.
Heard the pig’s ear sandwich was great. It wasn’t.
We went here while visiting Jackson for the Mississippi State Fair. We had heard of it but had never been there. It was small and mostly carry out, but well worth the trip. The pig ear sandwich’s were awesome and the have the best tamales I’ve ever eaten anywhere! This is a must visit when in Jackson!!!!!
The pigears had no season just terrible ? ? ?
The best. Good eating. I could eat here everyday ?
The smokes and ears are excellent. The Head Cook is very professional.