You unpacked the boxes — now here is where students at Mississippi College (Clinton, MS) actually eat, shop, bank, and hang out. Bookmark this for your first month.
Cups Espresso Cafe Coffee
MS-born coffee chain at 101 W Main St in Olde Towne; walkable study-and-latte spot
The Froghead Grill Cajun/American
Longtime Clinton favorite for po'boys and burgers; Clinton Center Dr, ~5 min drive
Krilakis Greek
Gyros and Greek plates on Jefferson St in Olde Towne, a short walk from campus
Meme's Brick Street Bakery Bakery
Cinnamon rolls and lunch on the brick streets at 104 W Leake St, Olde Towne
Newk's Eatery Sandwiches/Salads
Jackson-founded fast-casual on Hwy 80 E; group-friendly, ~5 min from campus
Picante's Mexican Grill Mexican
Cheap tacos and big plates on Hwy 80 E, a quick drive down the main strip
Kroger Grocery
Nearest full grocery with pharmacy, 107 Hwy 80 E, about 3-4 min from campus
Walmart Supercenter Big-box
Groceries, dorm gear, pharmacy on the Hwy 80 corridor, roughly a 5-min drive
Walgreens Pharmacy
Pharmacy plus late-run essentials on Hwy 80 near Springridge Rd
Shoppers Value Foods Budget grocery
No-frills, wallet-friendly groceries at 822 E Northside Dr near campus
The Boxcar Produce Produce stand
Local fruit and veggie stand on Springridge Rd for fresh, cheap produce
TrustCare Urgent Care Urgent care
Walk-in clinic at 601 Hwy 80 for sick visits and minor injuries, ~5 min away
US Post Office - Clinton Post office
Mail and package pickup on the Hwy 80 corridor, a short drive from campus
Quisenberry Library Library
Clinton's public library on E Northside Dr; free wifi and quiet study space
Walmart Auto Care Center Auto
Budget oil changes, tires, and batteries inside the Clinton Supercenter
Olde Towne Clinton Historic district
Brick streets, boutiques, markets, and festivals a short walk from campus
MC Choctaws Game Day Campus tradition
Football Saturdays at Robinson-Hale Stadium; free or cheap with student ID
Clinton Community Nature Center Outdoors
Wooded trails and gardens off Dunton Rd, about 5 min from campus
Natchez Trace Parkway Scenic drive
Historic 444-mile parkway passes Clinton; easy biking and sunset drives
Jackson Day Trip City trip
MS Museum of Art, LeFleur's Bluff, and Fondren eats about 15-20 min east
Hand-checked August 2026. Hours and locations change — give places a quick look before you head out. Some links on this site earn us a commission at no cost to you.