1908 Provisions

Fantastic Sunday brunch. From smoked Salmon to roasted vegetables to pecan pie. This place has all the awesome brunch items. The Étouffée was amazing. Roasted chicken. Pork chops. Potatoes. Vegetables. Made to order Omelets and waffles.
Everything was fresh. Fresh. Fresh.
The inn and restaurant is a look at the old south. Great gardens and sitting rooms.

We went here for Valentine’s dinner. The avocado bread appetizer is literally toasted Wonderbread with avocado on top. I could have made it at home. However, the burger and drinks were delicious. It specializes in «fancy southern» food and they change their menu seasonally. The wait staff is very friendly. Defintely worth a visit. Next time I go, I want to go to Sunday brunch… so I’ll update my review when I go back.

I took my girlfriend out for a post-Valentine’s Day dinner. We choose to go out AFTER Valentine’s Day for we find that it is usually more quiet and intimate. We chose 1908 Provisions because we’ve never been there which is hard when you go out a lot in the Jackson area. We had an 8 oclock reservation because we wanted to show up early at their cocktail lounge, The Library, where we’ve been before and have enjoyed it. We walked in and sat down. I ordered a gin gibson, my girl, a Vieux Carre. We waited until the bartender was done yammering on about whatever the hell was going on with his life to the server before he decided to make our drinks. My Gibson was a no brainer; gin, dry vermouth, cocktail onion, stirred and strained, don’t really have to measure, a Vieux Carre however, is a complicated drink, it’s also $ 12. I watched him fumble with ingredients as he’s also getting instructions from the server; rye whiskey, cognac, Benedictine, sweet vermouth, peychaud’s bitters, and angostura bitters, all were free poured, nothing measured, Benedictine didn’t even make the cut, and as a result, tasted like a hodgepodge of musk not quite covered with sweet, it tasted nowhere near $ 12.
We were also starving, so we ordered a small plate before our reservation and decided on the pimento cheese dish. Now, to be fair, I’m not a pimento cheese fan, but my girl is, and it’s our Valentine’s Day, and I’m hungry. This pimento cheese however tasted as if they used cheddar out of a Kraft bag, didn’t really stick together and lacked overall taste. We cut our losses and began to head to 1908 Provisions next door.
From the beginning, I immediately wasn’t impressed. For a tablecloth establishment and prices they charge I expected more. The hostess greeted us with acid wash jeans that looked like they first premiered in a White Snake video, our drink menus had the previous guest’s dinner stains on them, and the silverware was spotty. Still starving, we ordered the cherry neck clams. Clams lacked taste and seasoning, until you got to the broth which was so salty it was inedible. Next, we ordered the herbed potato gnocchi, which my food runner called them «ganaches», they were neither ganaches or gnocchi, more like a potato pancake that was cut into fourths drowned in some bland like comeback dressing.
To our surprise we also received table bread before our entrees, me lady ordered the pecan crusted lack of ramb and I ordered the special, almond flounder. The bread had absolutely no taste, completely neutral, and I’m a chubby guy, and you have now made me not like bread, which also came with butter… that had no taste.
The entrees arrived, the lamb was overcooked and looked as if it was dredged in an overpowering demi and was then sprinkled with pecan fragments that you would find in a fro-​yo place. The fish lacked almonds all together, and both were served on a bed of some kind of sweet potato purée which was so dense I could’ve used it for spackling stucco homes in Florida. So, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 dishes, they managed to cook five dishes that all completely lacked taste. I have to say, a true talent! Not that it was over seasoned, or I didn’t like the taste, I mean, I received the same satisfaction if I was playing a video game and my avatar just powered up with food. If you took 8 random ingredients and threw them in the air, whichever ones landed in the pot that’s what you cooked, the result would’ve been better. After paying $ 170 for Sysco products, I assure you, I will not be back and I hope that the chef/​owner/​manager of that place truly understands what a historic place they are in and quite performing such a disservice to it.

The ambiance is the best I’ve seen in Jackso, MS thus far. Perfect natural lighting and the accompaniment of a real piano playing in the background really brought it all together. The prime rib was excellent. Creamy potatoes weren’t hot, but they would have tasted great if they were. Mimosas are awesome! Sarah was an excellent server. Will definitely return.
The hotel itself is beautiful and gives you an authentic old time feel.

This place is a hidden gem! The outside has a beautiful garden with tables outside that are lit up at night. Once inside the restaurant is modernly decorated with a very low key and mature ambience. The staff is very professional, inviting and knowledgeable about the grounds of Fairview! The food was some of the best we have had since moving to Mississippi! This place is great for any occasion!

1908 Provisions, located in the historic Fairview Inn, is one of my favorite date night stops. Not only is the food selection diverse and flavorful, but the atmosphere is great to-​boot.
I can’t say I’ve had the best, or the worst service from the staff there, but the management and staff are generally very pleasant and thankful you’ve stopped by. The food has never disappointed, and you can always close the night in the Library Lounge, adjacent to the restaurant.
Favorites include: Sunday Brunch Buffet, the avocado toast (small and light, but delicious), and any of their specials offered that night.

Open door windows light this beautiful open space that goes well with the rest of the historical plantation-​style Fairview Inn. Sometimes a grand piano playing in the Inn’s entry hall lends a soothing ambiance. Service has always been on point and very courteous, although I’ve never been when it’s very crowded. It’s a seasonal menu so it’s changing, but I always love their vegetarian options. They have great, fresh, local products they use to make very good appetizers (flatbread vegetarian), dips (edamame hummus last time), soups, salads (baby spinach and wild arugula ones are delicious), sides (grits, squash, Farro, snap peas) They also have a vegetarian entrée. Meat-​eater friend of mine said their duck is the best. Crème brûlée is my favorite dessert of all time and they know how to do it right here. There seasonal fruit cobblers are also delicious. Cocktails are great here too. Good wine selection. The cocktails change and have traditional options. Check out The Library bar and lounge next to the restaurant, the cocktails are the best and you can get smaller servings of certain items from the restaurant. Amazing atmosphere inside is a library and outside is a traditional southern porch plus a side patio under an enormous magnolia tree.

Love this place! So fancy and elegant. Food is just as splendid ! Brunch is the best !!! Options are limitless !! The staff is sooo gracious and attentive. Best thing this greatness is right in BELHAVEN !

Loved 1908! It has such a great atmosphere — really neat place. Food was FABULOUS — can’t wait to go back! I’m getting the Lamb Shank next time! We had the Redfish — equally as delicious but I’m crazing the Lamb Shank! We will definitely being going back — very soon!

One of my favorite places to do Sunday Brunch. Set in the Fairview Inn, this upscale restaurant is a perfect place to enjoy a Sunday Brunch.

My friends and I love this place! Trivia on Tuesday nights at 7 pm is the place to be. The bread pudding is out of this world. Sunday brunch is very rich and filling, but it is fun especially if you have friends or family in from out of town and you want to show off the Southern experience.

The Fairview Inn, located in Belhaven, is definitely one of the greatest places to hang out in Jackson. Whether you’re grabbing drinks at the Library Lounge or just taking in the views from their spacious front porch, this place is a must-​visit for both residents and out-​of-​town visitors alike. Now, with the introduction of 1908 Provisions, I have even more reason to visit one of my favorite buildings in town.
I was a big fan of Sophia’s, the restaurant that was here before 1908, so I was understandably nervous to hear it was being replaced. After dining at 1908 Provisions just once, though, all my worries were assuaged. The menu is what you would describe as «fancy southern,» by which I mean there’s lots of fried stuff but you don’t have to feel guilty about it because they serve it with cloth napkins. Everything is suuuuper delicious. I’ve been for lunch, dinner, and brunch. For lunch, it’s a great place to go for a business lunch or bring an out of town guest. For dinner, it’s a fantastic date spot. And for brunch, it’s perfect for groups. Brunch is served buffet style and there’s an omelette station which I love.
Located inside a gorgeous old inn in the heart of Belhaven, the setting really can’t be beat. This is a place everyone should check out!

As always, we were pleased with the overall quality of food, service and atmosphere. One suggestion: We were glad to share a small table as we were only a couple and you had a full house (²⁄₁₃). However, these single tables are so small it is difficult to accommodate the main course, sides, wine and water glasses and still maintain eye contact with the person across the table. Guess I’m being picky but the Fairview (1908 Provisions) is hard to beat and we will be returning. We appreciated the visit by the owner and head chef. Bill & Nan Harvey

I have only been to the Sunday brunch buffet and not the normal order-​from-​the-​menu restaurant, so this review is incomplete. But regarding the Sunday brunch buffet, the meal was outstanding. It has been consistently excellent since I first went when it was called Sophia’s. It is a small, all-​you-​can-​eat buffet — only about 2 dozen items on 4 tables — but each and every item is delicious. It starts at 11 so the breakfast items are limited, just made-​to-​order omelets and waffles. The cold items include fruit, salad, pasta salad, smoked salmon and shrimp. You must try the salmon with cocktail sauce (it’s to die for). The main lunch table has about a dozen items of various meats and vegetables. There is a dessert table with about 6 different items. Unlike some other buffets I find 1908’s value outstanding because it’s only $ 20 and each and every item is worth eating.

This was the worst service I’ve had in years, and some of the most disappointing food. Our server ignored us, and we had to send back all four of our entrees. Two were under-​cooked and two were cold. The service was slow, and our server had little knowledge of the menu or desire to make our visit pleasant or memorable. Most disappointing of all, when we let the management (the owner, Peter) know that we were unhappy with our meal and service, he neither apologize nor attempted to improve what was left of our meal. The hosted did comp us for one round of drinks in the end, but what we really would have preferred was an apology or some actual concern about our experience. In sum: We had high hopes for the new 1908 Provisions, but sadly, we will definitely not be back.

Excellent service and wonderful atmosphere! Truly superb cuisine. I just wished for two more scallops on the plate. Almost forgot — loved the soft background music.

I am incredibly impressed with this place. My husband and I shared the crab claws as an appetizer and they were perfectly cooked with garlic and butter. I chose the redfish with a sweet potato crust over Delta grits with a honey mustard sauce — unbelievable. Perfect in every way and a very reasonable serving. My husband had the crab cakes with Sriracha honey and guacamole and it was delicious. All the flavors melded together perfectly. And the prices are reasonable — entrees averaged $ 15. I will definitely recommend this place to everyone I know and come back often.

How have I not known about how fabulous this place and all the cocktail rooms are?! My father, sister and I took a quick peek at all the lovely rooms downstairs including a charming library complete with a full bar and several tables. There was a sunroom with two long tables for community seating. The restaurant is upscale and has a contemporary feel with a long bar area. It almost seemed like a resort to me! They have an outdoor patio with several tables as well several larger rooms for entertaining. The inn has been a historical landmark of Jackson for many years. It was such a treat to see the recent renovations. Each room has a different feel. Since I’m originally from Jackson and have family here, I haven’t had a need to stay in the rooms. However, I will be introducing my in laws to the inn when they come to town.
Finally, the food at 1908 was delicious! We split several items including the crab cakes with jicama slaw, kale salad, butcher’s cut
(beef tenderloin) and the red fish with a side of grits. The menu changes every week but there are several staple items that remain on the menu like the red fish. The menu is inspired by California cuisine yet keeping in line with southern flavors. Service was excellent.
I can’t wait to come back to 1908 and spend more time there. I highly recommend a trip over to the cocktail lounge and 1908 — a good time guaranteed at the fairview!

The new and improved 1908 has great things going on. Chef Gary Hawkins is simply amazing. His talent coupled with the new bar’s craft cocktails and ever changing wine and beer selection is nothing short of genius. Do yourself a favor, have a seat at the bar or reserve a table to take advantage of this hidden jem.

This is one of the best places to dine in the Jackson area. The new menu is excellent.