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One of best budget-friendly restaurants in MS serves soul food, analysis says. Here’s where

The Magnolia State’s best, most affordable eatery is located in Tupelo, a recent ranking found.
The Magnolia State’s best, most affordable eatery is located in Tupelo, a recent ranking found. Karen Sewell via Unsplash

A Tupelo restaurant is one of the best budget-friendly restaurants in Mississippi, a recent analysis found.

The analysis by CashNetUSA, an online loan company, found the most affordable and highly-rated eatery in each state, according to the March 17 ranking.

Here’s what to know about the best spot in the Magnolia State, according to the ranking.

Aunt B’s Soul Food Restaurant in Tupelo

Aunt B’s Soul Food Restaurant in Tupelo, a casual restaurant specializing in Southern food, scored a 4.79 on CashNetUSA’s ranking, the analysis shows.

The restaurant’s menu features Southern classics like fried catfish, pork chops, fried chicken, hamburgers and more, according to the restaurant’s website.

Address: 2570 S Green St, Tupelo, MS 38801

Where are the best spots for budget-friendly eating in the U.S.?

These are the top three places in the country for good food on a budget and their rating, according to CashNetUSA’s ranking:

1. K Zone Cafeteria in Los Angeles, CA, 5 stars

2. Destination Taiwan in Cheyenne, WY, 4.98 stars

3. Gourmet Kolache Kafe in Tomball, TX, 4.97 stars

How to find tasty and cheap restaurants near you

Here are some tips for finding affordable and delicious restaurants in your area, according to CashNetUSA:

  • Use Google Maps. Search for your favorite type of food in your area then filter the results by price and rating
  • Follow local food bloggers and influencers. Many influencers specifically seek out budget eats

How did loan company conduct ranking?

CashNetUSA analyzed Yelp ratings in more than 450 U.S. cities for every restaurant listed as low price that had more than 50 reviews to find the best affordable restaurant in each state, analysts said.

Natalie Demaree
mcclatchy-newsroom
Natalie Demaree is a service journalism reporter covering Mississippi for McClatchy Media. She holds a master’s in journalism from Columbia Journalism School and a bachelor’s in journalism and political science with a specialization in African and African American Studies from the University of Arkansas. 
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