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C.H.O.P. (Clay’s House of Pig)
205 S Veterans Memorial Blvd
Tupelo, Mississippi 38804
MS
https://www.clayshouseofpig.com/
Nearby University: University of Mississippi
Approximate distance from University of Mississippi: More than 10 miles
Description:
The business used to be a bait shop that sold bbq sandwiches to fishermen. Now you can’t hardly get into the parking lot and all they sell is bbq. Stand in line to order, or they accept call in orders. Eating space is limited. It’s just a mile or so from Elvis’ birthplace.
If you could only eat one item on the menu:
Rib tips and potato salad
Menu:
What type of entrees are available:
Pork, Chicken, Beef, Ribs, Brisket, Sausage, BBQ Bologna Sandwich, Tacos, Nachos
For traditional (“Southern”) barbecue restaurants: What type(s) of sauces are available?
Red/Tomato
Other:
Locally owned, No alcohol served