Starkville Travel Guide

  J.M. Stone Cotton Mill
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Hotels  

Caragen House: Caragen House

Caragen House: Caragen House, Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  The rates are $85.00 weekdays Sunday night through Thursday night and $100.00 weekends Friday through Saturday night. The house is very beautiful. Many people in the area hold wedding receptions there. All rooms have a king size bed and its own bath. 

Restaurants  

Harvey's: Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover

Harvey's: Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover, Starkville

 Small_World Says:  Absolutely no atmosphere from the outside (it is located in a shopping center), Harvey's more than makes up for it on the inside, which is nice, quiet, and dark.The food is nice, too. This is the best place to eat in Starkville. I had the lemon pepper chicken. Tender and... 

City Bagel Cafe: City Bagel Cafe

City Bagel Cafe: City Bagel Cafe, Starkville

 Prionus68 Says:  Due to the small, southern town nature of Starkville, City Bagel Cafe almost seems out of place. Drive across Mississippi and you will see a Barbeque place on every block. City Bagel Cafe is someplace you would expect in a larger city. Very clean and excellent... 

Starkville Cafe: Starkville Cafe

Starkville Cafe: Starkville Cafe, Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  This is real southern food! Try some grits along with breakfast. Order a combination plate for lunch. Don't be supprised if a waitress calls you 'darlin'. This is their way of being friendly. :) 

Mexico Tipico: Mexico Tipico

Mexico Tipico: Mexico Tipico, Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  It is a great Mexican restaurant. I have tried to find another restaurant that serves this dish, but I have not been successful.Say hello to Jose! Special #36 or lunch special #8 (Chilaquiles)with chicken.They have the best Sweet Tea in Starkville. 

Oby's (Po Boy Sandwiches,cajun...

Oby's (Po Boy Sandwiches,cajun..., Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  Oby's (Po Boy Sandwiches,cajun dishes, etc.)This place is a house converted into a restaurant. The owners have placed their antique collection (old coca-cola signs, jukeboxes) throughout the restaurant. The price for the meal you receive is extremely reasonable. Red Beans... 

Nightlife  

Rick's Cafe Americain: Rick's Cafe Americain

Rick's Cafe Americain: Rick's Cafe Americain, Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  It is a college hangout with live entertainment. They also provide a free shuttle(zebra bus) for those who have had a little too much fun. Casual 

Transportation  

I believe Delta and Northwest...

I believe Delta and Northwest..., Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  I believe Delta and Northwest airlines fly into the Golden Triangle Airport (GTR). It is 15 minutes away from Starkville.Rental Car.. or on foot 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Don't feed the college...

Don't feed the college..., Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  Don't feed the college students! They might follow you home. :) 

Off The Beaten Path  

This building used to scare me

This building used to scare me, Starkville

 Small_World Says:  When I was a little girl, I used to dread visits to my aunt's house, which was near the J.M. Stone Cotton Mill. I loved my aunt, but I didn't love the loud whistle from the mill that blew every day at noon. I could tell instinctively when it was about to blow (I was too... 

Favorites  

Walk around! Mississippi...

Walk around! Mississippi..., Starkville

 amelia3 Says:  Walk around! Mississippi State University is located there and it is fun to walk around the campus. It if very safe. Mingle with the people. Most people are very friendly. 

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 Don't feed the college students! They might follow you home. :) 

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 Starkville is a small college town. If you happen to be traveling there this might be handy... but don't go out of your way to travel there. :) 

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Where It All Started

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 I should say it's where it all started for me. My hometown...lots of good people and good memories. The picture was taken several years ago when I was participating in a civil war reenactment. I love... 

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 Lived in Starkville for three years. Although a small town, within the last two years it has really started to grow and add some needed amenities (new movie theater, new restaurants). Also has a new... 

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