Snackbar

The atmosphere and the vibe is great....humming. the bar area has communal seating and had few booths. The main dining area have all tables (may be a few booths... don't remember). The food is out of this world. The chef "really" knows what he is doing by infusing just the right amount of some South Asian spices to the food to take it to the next level. Wish we had a restaurant like that in Nashville.

The Snack Bar in Oxford, MS, truly deserves a 5-star review. The atmosphere is inviting, the food is exceptional, and the service is top-notch. From the creative menu to the expertly prepared dishes, every detail is handled with care. The entrees we ordered, including the Prime Ribeye Heart, Black Eye Pea Flour-Fried Catfish, Grilled Redfish, and Smoked Pork Tenderloin, were all outstanding, showcasing expert preparation and rich flavors. The cocktails complemented the meal perfectly, rounding out a fantastic evening. Highly recommend for an exceptional meal in Oxford! Reservations are a must; after all, it is in Oxford and it was an Ole Miss “move-in” weekend!

15/10!! Went for brunch at Big Bad Breakfast and was lucky enough to be sat at Snackbar. Maggie and Trip were awesome and made us feel so welcomed, they shared the Snackbar menu and we decided to go back for dinner. Every single thing we ate and drank, and every employee we interacted with was top notch. Some of the best oysters we’ve ever had, the mushrooms and French onion soup were phenomenal and the whiskey sours were some of the best I’ve ever had. It was the highlight of the trip, literally cannot wait to go back!

Just wow! Thin shaved slightly fried okra with sweet drizzle and a touch of cilantro, crunchy tender thin fried pork katsu with jasmine rice and Asian slaw, okra succotash with pan seared trout?! All the flavors were way off the charts. Compliments to the chef!

Ate here with a parent for dinner. I have a peanut allergy (which I admit I should have made clearer to our server), and ordered the Okra Chaat to share. Unfortunately, the dish had peanuts in - it did NOT say this anywhere on the menu at all. I never write reviews, but I was really close to a potentially deadly reaction and I think it's super important for the restaurant, and customers, to be aware. While I should have asked about the ingredients, I do think the restaurant would benefit in putting an allergy warning on the menu anyway, because it was not clear and this could be life-threatening. Even so, once we alerted our server she was incredibly apologetic and immediately took the dish away and got us a peanut-free replacement (which tasted great). They boxed up the peanut version of the chaat for my parent to eat (not allergic), AND they also took the dish off the bill at the end. Could not fault the service at all (and the food that I could eat was tasty). Overall, my only suggestion would be to add allergens to the menu (e.g. a P or an N), or at least make note of the ingredients in the dish, to make customers aware and avoid illness. Other than that, thoughtful service, great atmosphere, and tasty food :)

We were so excited to come here and made reservations for a girls trip a month in advance. Unfortunately all of us were disappointed in both the food and the service. The food was bland and some came out cold. It took forever to get anything from our server, including the check. I’d still maybe try it again with a menu update, but the current menu was not anything special.

This place was so cool, drinks, food but most of all the service. Alyssa as hostess, Chelsea as the server and we observed Max with another table. All wonderful, welcoming and great recommendations. There are speakeasy vibes. We will be back!!!

Surprise surprise!!!! Who would expect a Michelin quality restaurant in Oxford, MS! From the hostess, our server Maggie to the celebrated pastry chef Mary Reagan Starrett….our experience was wonderful. Easily worth the drive from Nashville or Birmingham.

The atmosphere and the vibe is great....humming. the bar area has communal seating and had few booths. The main dining area have all tables (may be a few booths... don't remember). The food is out of this world. The chef "really" knows what he is doing by infusing just the right amount of some South Asian spices to the food to take it to the next level. Wish we had a restaurant like that in Nashville.

The Snack Bar in Oxford, MS, truly deserves a 5-star review. The atmosphere is inviting, the food is exceptional, and the service is top-notch. From the creative menu to the expertly prepared dishes, every detail is handled with care. The entrees we ordered, including the Prime Ribeye Heart, Black Eye Pea Flour-Fried Catfish, Grilled Redfish, and Smoked Pork Tenderloin, were all outstanding, showcasing expert preparation and rich flavors. The cocktails complemented the meal perfectly, rounding out a fantastic evening. Highly recommend for an exceptional meal in Oxford! Reservations are a must; after all, it is in Oxford and it was an Ole Miss “move-in” weekend!

15/10!! Went for brunch at Big Bad Breakfast and was lucky enough to be sat at Snackbar. Maggie and Trip were awesome and made us feel so welcomed, they shared the Snackbar menu and we decided to go back for dinner. Every single thing we ate and drank, and every employee we interacted with was top notch. Some of the best oysters we’ve ever had, the mushrooms and French onion soup were phenomenal and the whiskey sours were some of the best I’ve ever had. It was the highlight of the trip, literally cannot wait to go back!

Just wow! Thin shaved slightly fried okra with sweet drizzle and a touch of cilantro, crunchy tender thin fried pork katsu with jasmine rice and Asian slaw, okra succotash with pan seared trout?! All the flavors were way off the charts. Compliments to the chef!

Ate here with a parent for dinner. I have a peanut allergy (which I admit I should have made clearer to our server), and ordered the Okra Chaat to share. Unfortunately, the dish had peanuts in - it did NOT say this anywhere on the menu at all. I never write reviews, but I was really close to a potentially deadly reaction and I think it's super important for the restaurant, and customers, to be aware. While I should have asked about the ingredients, I do think the restaurant would benefit in putting an allergy warning on the menu anyway, because it was not clear and this could be life-threatening. Even so, once we alerted our server she was incredibly apologetic and immediately took the dish away and got us a peanut-free replacement (which tasted great). They boxed up the peanut version of the chaat for my parent to eat (not allergic), AND they also took the dish off the bill at the end. Could not fault the service at all (and the food that I could eat was tasty). Overall, my only suggestion would be to add allergens to the menu (e.g. a P or an N), or at least make note of the ingredients in the dish, to make customers aware and avoid illness. Other than that, thoughtful service, great atmosphere, and tasty food :)

We were so excited to come here and made reservations for a girls trip a month in advance. Unfortunately all of us were disappointed in both the food and the service. The food was bland and some came out cold. It took forever to get anything from our server, including the check. I’d still maybe try it again with a menu update, but the current menu was not anything special.

This place was so cool, drinks, food but most of all the service. Alyssa as hostess, Chelsea as the server and we observed Max with another table. All wonderful, welcoming and great recommendations. There are speakeasy vibes. We will be back!!!

Surprise surprise!!!! Who would expect a Michelin quality restaurant in Oxford, MS! From the hostess, our server Maggie to the celebrated pastry chef Mary Reagan Starrett….our experience was wonderful. Easily worth the drive from Nashville or Birmingham.

The food was top notch as always. Fresh ingredients really make a difference. Sat at the bar and got to watch pros at work while never having to initiate. I've always loved the feel of a place that has been there forever but stays updated. Also, was economical which was refreshing.

Chef Vish is a culinary magician! We've eaten here many times and have never had a mediocre, much less bad, meal. Days before we celebrated our anniversary here, I emailed them asking for a special dessert and they made it happen!

Delicious food choices that have unusual combinations but work seamlessly. The oyster bar is great and lots of fun. Great libations too!

Top tier service and the food was amazing. Everything you expect from one of the south's best John Currence. His restaurants always deliver.

Yesyesyesyesyesyeyes!!!!!!! This place came from above, was deposited here by divine fortune, and we now can scrabble close to the teet of god.

Snackbar was incredible as always, very glad to have Will wait on us. Pleased with the fact that he has been moved out from the oyster bar to the main dining room, and I would definitely request him again when I return.

My colleague chose Snack Bar as a place to have a business dinner. I didn't know anything about the history of the restaurant or the associated "hype" regarding the food. First, from the parking lot view the restaurant looks like nothing special or fancy...just some "joint" in a strip mall. The interior, again nothing fancy... It's only when you open the limited menu that provides a glimpse of the specialness of Snack Bar. We tried small plates as well as large plates and everything was awesome. My colleague is French, and his standard for "French Onion Soup" is really high. He said to me that it's among the best he's ever had...that's high praise! For me it was great! Our server and the entire team were very attentive. Plates arrive quickly and empty plates disappeared as quickly. The star of SnackBar is the food!! Its fancy high end food disguised in a reachable, and unintimidating facade...make no mistake about it, this is the fanciest restaurant in Oxford, perhaps all of MS!

A couple shout outs here. Hostess/Accommodating: First thanks to the hostess for accommodating us. We came without a reservation since we thought we came at the opening (Yelp says the restaurant opened at 6PM, but it opened at 5PM) and by 6PM the place was full. The only option was to sit outside and we weren't really up for that. The hostess suggested we could have a table if we could manage an exit by a certain time -- and that worked perfect for us (win-win). The experience: The food was really good. We had the special fish dish, the French onion soup, a croc Madame, and black ink pasta. While everything was great, everyone agreed that the French Onion Soup was the best we ever had. I would go just for that! Pricing was fair, food was great, service was very good and the atmosphere was very cool and hip. We will definitely be back. Strong recommendation, but you need to plan ahead. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed.

Met some friends here for dinner and it was great. I had the Burger and Rosemary Parmesan fries. It was cooked perfect. I also had the cranberry coconut cake , it was very rich but delicious. The atmosphere was perfect and the service was impeccable! Must try if you are in Oxford!

Love their happy hour. It is one of the few places that I can almost always count on a spot at the bar. Friends always get the oysters and like them. I love the fries and whatever sandwich they have on happy hour. A little pricey but always worth it. Comfy/fancy vibe with friendly service!

My daughter and I had dinner there Saturday. Great service. I tried three different types of raw oysters. The Alabama Murder Point's were my favorite. Tasted like a day at the beach. The Redfish Picante is also on point. I highly recommend this spot.

I am aware of the high reviews of this place however, I am not a huge fan. Other than the fact that i just do not like the menu. what they have they do well it is just not my favorite place to go.

A lovely experience. We ordered the oysters to start which is a must try as they are shucking them on site at the front of the restaurant. I had the strip steak which came sliced and the sauce was amazing. I was stuffed and on the fence about dessert but got the fig pictured this is the best dessert I've ever had. Save room!

The ambiance and food were fine but nothing to write home about. The prices were a little high for the quality of the food (chicken confit - very salty, and redfish). My husband and I shared a salad and they charged a $2.50 "split" fee. Never experienced this in my times dining out and didn't request it to be on different plates in the first place. I really don't care about the $2.50 but felt a little like a "nickel and dime" situation. The service could be enhanced in general; splitting onto two plates is something that usually is a nice touch vs an expectation or request. Wouldn't return.

Super! Food and service are top-notch. Fun and innovative dishes. Oysters fresh and tasty. Can't go wrong.

Love this place and the food is always delicious! Menu is creative and the Chef does a wonderful job with flavors and textures! The Okra Chaat was delicious and would recommend. The only suggestion would be to upgrade your server pool. Our server, Alyssa, was less than mediocre and had zero personality and probably should be waiting tables at Waffle House- actually, that might be a stretch. She seemed to be put off by having to serve us and didn't even tell us they had specials. The food deserves better service!

The fact that this restaurant is in a mini mall is off-putting, but they certainly make up for it with the food and service, both of which were excellent. The young hostess in a rose-colored dress greeted us with a big smile when we walked in, and our waiter (tall guy with a beard) had that great mix of friendly, professional, and attentive. The owners have done a good job of creating a tavern-like, old world ambience with wood finishes, deer and other animal mounts, as well as low, warm lighting. There was a little girl at the bar who looked to be about 6. Where I am from in CA, kids are not allowed to sit at bars, so that was kind of interesting and cute at the same time. My ONLY complaint about this place is the toilet in the men's room. While there, I went into both the men's and the women's bathrooms (we have unisex restrooms in CA). The women's toilet looked pristine and clean while the men's toilet seat looked decayed, diseased, and disgusting. Seriously, you can get a new one from Amazon for about $35 bucks. It's a small price to pay to send the message to customers that cleanliness and aesthetics are important.

Fun vibe and cozy quarters at Snackbar. You wouldn't necessarily know it from the outside as it sits in the middle of a strip mall-esque building. There a a couple tables in the front, but all the action is in the back where the booths and bars are. It can be a little loud with some many parties in close quarters, but the booths are perfect for small groups of 3-4 to share a meal. I have always come here with colleagues from work and a couple swear by the steak frites. I preferred to get something from the rotating menu and often had fresh gulf fish. I have always really enjoyed my meals here and would highly recommend to anyone in the Oxford area.

Amazing food and menu. The ambiance is great and the service is too. Interesting menus with unique choices!

Loved the service. Friendly servers. The menu was from BBB and that was super awesome. I would just recommend that during Sunday Brunch that the music be adjusted to a slightly more gentle genre.

I had built a high expectation that honestly wasn't met by reality. The food was good but not over the top as portrayed. Service was slower than expected. The price was$$$.

I came with a group of friends and we had a reservation at 7:45 and was not seated until 8:20. I get it somethings can happen. Our server Johnny was very abrasive off the bat with weird jokes and general vibes being off. The main issue is when it came to my friend who has had a gluten allergy for 11 years, she ordered the catfish dish which had no description of having any fir of gluten in it. There was bread crumbs on the catfish and when she asked to return it because she was allergic he gave the whole table a 2 minute long lecture and was very rude to her about it. She re ordered a new dish which was the salmon and she said it was the worst thing she ever ate. It had no flavor and was a little over cooked. After everything when the bills were handed out it said on my friends was $40 over priced and said that there was a chicken dish in it which nobody ordered. The server did fix it but still had the snarky attitude during the whole thing. Everyone else's food was good and there was no really issues other than my friends experience.

We've wanted to eat at Snackbar since my son started his grad degree at The University. His graduation was the perfect excuse. We set reservations early and we so excited to finally eat here. Over all, it was OK. The servers were kind, and mostly attentive, but just arrogant enough to be annoying. We had oysters, which were yummy, and cocktails ... also well done. Unfortunately the entrées were just ok. I had the catfish curry. It was tasty but basically what I'd get for takeout at any Thai restaurant in Atlanta. My wife was not very hungry and got the shrimp salad roll, which she described as subpar shrimp salad on half of a hotdog bun. My son got the quail ... which I think was the best thing we ordered ... but it too was just ok. All in all we had a nice time. We were glad to have a special night out and that we finally got to eat at Snackbar, but the night won't be memorable for our food. It was simply average ... which is sad given that we were so excited about it. Given the option, I'd choose seasons 52 or j Alexander over Snackbar every time. The service is better and the food is much more delicious.

Really cool hip place went to visit daughter at Ole Miss and did dinner for my bday. Loved the atmosphere. Our waitress was great we got steak and very good

The deceptive strip mall appearance on the outside leads to one of the better dining experiences in Oxford.

We really enjoyed Snackbar. Cozy and not noisy atmosphere with excellent food and service.

Fantastic cocktails and great oysters! This is perfect for a Happy Hour date. Service is always fabulous

Went here with my girlfriend for the first time. The ambiance is very nice. Dim lighting and attentive staff. A very nice vibe overall for a good night. PROS: -I'm a fan of the setting. A good place for a nice dinner with friends, family, or a significant other -Staff was very friendly and helpful whenever needed -Food selection is nice for anyone who is hungry or looking for a meal on the lighter side CONS -A bit pricey for the food in my opinion. The food we ordered, the creole catfish and the duck confit sandwich, was average. For the prices we paid it wasn't anything significant in terms of the flavor of the food. -Food itself was average. Nothing special for a place that seems to be for a nicer dining experience. Overall, it was a nice one time place for me. I've been there once, and I think that's good enough for me. Probably won't be returning.

Top 5 restaurant in Oxford overall! It is the best seafood restaurant in town though and very close to the square!

Having recently relocating to Oxford, MS, I ran into this venue in pouring rain thinking it was "just a deli". I was pleasantly surprised to find white linen table clothes and my choice of bars to rest until their 5:30pm full service. I initially chose the oyster bar. The menu selection of small plates and 3 choice oyster variety was very interesting. I was allowed to taste (on the house) one of each oyster before my final selection then left the rest up to my wait- staff. It was suggested to try the Blue Crab Claws. My toes curled in delight! I coupled them with the house cocktail special which was also delish. At 5:30pm I moved up a couple steps to the main bar offering full menu. The suggested plate was the Catfish. I am not a saucy kind of girl so the fish was tasty, however the layers of toppings (too many to name) was overwhelming to me. I sat next to a "frequent flyer" who I noticed ordered a burger. The staff understood that she ALWAYS checks the pinkness of her burger and supplied her with the appropriate cutlery prior to her ask. I thought that was cute. Overall, my visit was a pleasant one. Will keep this on list of must-visit-again.

Where we go when Momma is visiting from the PNW!!! We love this place the oysters, great drinks, and great fun!!!

Delicious delightful decadent. Who knew you could get amazing Indian food in Oxford MS?! Came here on Thursday after Christmas. Its packed most days but you can usually grab a spot at the bar or out your name down for a table. The food is bomb. Not a single dud in the bunch. Sweet potato chaat - woo! The chef is a James beard award winner for a reason. He takes his Indian cuisine and makes it palatable for the south /using local ingredients while still making it pop with flavor. On the spicier side. KHEEMA rolls - stuffed with duck and herbaceous deliciousness. Great play on what we typically think of as egg rolls. Mint chutney was on point. Could have used more though. Lamb osso bucco - thick slabs of fatty well seasoned meat falling off the bone. Can't miss. Redfish Veracruz was the special for the day. Perfect fish. Rich tomato salsa broth. But compared to the Indian side dishes it was pretty meh in flavor.

This place lived up to the hype. I had lamb shank over cheesy grits and mushroom and spinach feta turnovers. Everything in this meal was perfectly delicious and very reasonably priced as well.

I had a dozen raw oysters comprised of 3 different varieties. They were fresh and delicious. They were shucked to order by a gentleman who was knowledgeable and friendly.

I've been to snack bar a few times and always enjoyed the food enough. However, the servers manage to ruin the experience for me every time. It's not that they don't get the food or drinks out on time, which they do due to the support staff, but the servers are just so rude when ordering.

The servers there are arrogant and fake. Food is great. Bartenders are great. Support staff is great. Unfortunately the servers bring the whole place down.

One of the four best restaurants in town for dinner but I would always choose Snack Bar to take a guest. Reserve a booth and order a mojito. Also has Guinness! Order a steak frites and some oysters - full oyster bar!

I love sitting on the patio during happy hour (4-5pm) and getting fresh oysters on the half-shell and happy hour wine!! Then at 5pm, SnackBar switches to dinner menu ( usually slightly different each week). A French- Southern- Creole Fusion type cuisine. Fresh Gulf Fish almost always on menu and that is what I had tonight. Excellent as always, Delicious!! Luv, Luv, LUV this place. I try to support it as much as I can in these crazy times. And I appreciate that they screen for Covid symptoms, spray alcohol hand cleaner on all guests hands, AND enforce mask rule while up from table.

I don't like burgers, but I loved that burger. Soo good. Best fries too! Service was great.

Went for the first time two weeks ago. Loved everything. Very innovative menu, delicious drinks. Atmosphere A+.

Snackbar is by far the best restaurant in Oxford. There isn't even a contest here. Every dish is superb and it is the only place to get well prepared oysters.

This was our first experience! We had the best service! We loved our waiter Everett. The trout dip is delicious. The crackers it comes with are wonderfully spicy but they also brought out some regular saltines. We REALLY loved the zero proof drinks...

We really wanted to love this spot. We were excited to eat food prepared by a James Beard award winning chef. However, we were a touch disappointed as the food was just "okay." Two at the table ordered steak--both steaks were chewy. It was not what we expected. The place was too pricey to serve marginal meat. And not to pile on but the home-made looking plywood booths and walls were tacky, even by candlelight. It looked like a romantic converted Whataburger. On the plus side our server was attentive and charming, as was the hostess who was all smiles and sweetness.

The food and service is exceptional. The award wining Chef lives up to expectation. Inventive cuisine with small plate options to share as starters. Don't miss the Craft cocktail menu.

I have eaten here so many times. When I was employed my staff and I came here all the time. When we would interview future employees, we brought several to the Snackbar. The food is great; we also love the setting. My husband and I come here to celebrate birthdays, our anniversaries, and new year's eve. It is our favorite restaurant. I recommend it highly.

AMAZING. The atmosphere, staff, food and beverages were all exceptional. My friends and I had the tomato tower, black eyed pea salad, catfish sandwich, duck confit sandwich (with an egg), mango pie and chocolate pie. And....I cannot forget the mouth watering truffle Parmesan frites. There were no complaints about anything, only rave reviews. Oxford is lucky to have this gem. I highly recommend Snackbar and cannot wait to return.

Had a terrible time. I called several times to make a reservation, but nobody answered. Hostess is upset we didn't make a reservation-I didn't bother bringing it up. We get the worst table, in the corner by the front door. 15 minutes before the sprites show up for our two sons. Twenty minutes before my wife gets a glass of wine and my cocktail. Food takes 35 minutes and is bland. Waitress came back once which meant my wife had an empty glass for 15 minutes. My wife left a $15 tip because she was too nice. Service poor. Food fair. Next time, if the waiter wants to get the family of four out of the restaurant quicker so cool people can have room, maybe serve the food faster.

Absolutely adore Sous Chef Kate Marshall's creations and the staff's care! No where in Oxford beats this place :)

The atmosphere is candlelit and very romantic. I think they have expanded their dining room into BBB to accommodate for COVID spacing, but we were seated in the original restaurant. Our meals were well above average, the coulotte steak I ordered was a perfectly cooked quality cut of meat and the green beans and potatoes that accompanied it were well executed. My dining companion was happy with his schnitzel sandwich (although feeling a little gluttonous between that and the specialty fries he ordered with it). The service was excellent, there were issues with the hostess getting us in at the time we had reserved and seating larger parties that arrived after we did ahead of us but our waiter's prompt and unobtrusive service more than made up for whatever initial issues we experienced. I was very happy with pretty much everything, the only reason I'm giving it 4 stars and not 5 is because I just didn't get the "wow" factor I was expecting to experience at a place owned by a celebrity chef at this price point.