Red's Lounge

I've only visited Clarksdale once, and it started as a one night stay...which then became a 2 night visit...and after making some friends (locals and tourists) I ended up staying a 3rd night so I could check out T-Model Ford (RIP T!!!).  I am glad I did.  

Red is great as long as you're not being an ass or being cheap.  The cover is cheap, but that keeps the place afloat so bring some singles if they pass the hat.  Beer is cheap, but you can also bring a bottle and get a "set up", which is just another way for saying soda and a cup of ice...or maybe just a cup...I had so much fun but it's a bit of a haze.  Arguably this is the type of place why you visit Mississippi.  I fell in love with the town, the state, the people and Red's is a large part of that.  

I would stay at the Shack-Up in or the Riverside Motel (very close to Red's) or upstairs at Ground Zero but I would really try and be there for a weekend or Blues festival.  Maybe if your nice Red will make you some BBQ.  Definitely offer him some cash.  Red is the man.

Oh, unless things have changed the bathroom there is no highlight...best if you can avoid it...

Authentic juke joint experience.  Saw a great show with a fun crowd.  Not to mention cheap beer and very nice locals.  This isn't the House of Blues, so know what to expect, tightly packed, great crowd and geat acts.

A one of a kind experience, a true juke joint. Red is often cooking up some good BBQ outside too. I stop in at least once every time I make it through town. Excessively claustrophobic on festival weekends, but who doesn't like feeling trapped in a building that's seems ready to collapse?