In the heart of Ridgeland, Mississippi, there’s a brick-faced culinary treasure called The Trace Grill where the meatloaf is so transcendent, it has been known to appear in the dreams of those lucky enough to have tasted it.
Some restaurants try too hard with fancy presentations and exotic ingredients, but this unpretentious eatery on Trace Ridge Drive understands that true food greatness comes from perfecting the classics until they sing.
The Trace Grill doesn’t need to shout about its excellence from the rooftops—the consistently full parking lot and the satisfied smiles of departing diners tell the story better than any billboard ever could.
The brick exterior presents a modest face to the world, with simple signage and a welcoming entrance that feels more like arriving at a friend’s home than a restaurant…