Ron Ladner had been buying real estate in Pass Christian, Miss., shortly before Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. He had already been thinking of turning one of his properties into a place that could serve fresh seafood and cold drinks alongside scenic surroundings. When Katrina swept his newly bought bait shop off the map, Ladner decided to pursue his goal after all and began developing plans for his restaurant. After three months of construction, Shaggy’s opened its doors.
Shaggy’s on the Rez, which opened in fall 2018, brings an island-style atmosphere to the Jackson metro, as it overlooks the reservoir.
The menu features seafood options like fish dip, crab cakes, oyster baskets and shrimp tacos, as well as cheeseburgers, po-boys, wraps, nachos, pasta, fried eggplant and more. Shaggy’s also hosts family events throughout the year, and it has its own prize-winning fishing team. Shaggy’s also participates in food drives, a scholarship program and fishing camps. To learn more, visit shaggys.biz. — Mike McDonald
WINNER: Best Happy Hour; Best Open-Mic Night; Best Outdoor Dining
Address: 1733 Spillway Rd, Brandon, MS 39047
Phone number: 601-724-2990
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