The Thirsty Hippo

The Thirsty Hippo has really given Hattiesburg the best menu in town. Here is why: No where else in Hattiesburg has a Veggie Menu, and the Thirsty HIppo has absolutely nailed it! I order the Veggie Pimiento Burger with jalopeano chips as a side that i stuff in the burger :)) The veggie meat is completely vegan, along with several of their other items. Don't be alarmed when you walk in the door, it's definately a bar. Even though I usually order a bottled root beer when I come here in the middle of the day, they have an excellent liquor and beer selection. On top of having the only vegetarian menu in Hattiesburg, they are also the only place I've found to have Absinthe behind the bar. I'm a dark beer drinker, and they have several things I like on tap. MOST IMPORTANTLY! Anyone can eat here! it's hard for me to not rave too much about the vegetarian menu because that's what really appeals to me, but they also only use meat from the local butcher that is antibiotic-free and free of hormones. The bread comes from the breadsmith, which Hattiesburg locals are all aware is very high quality bread. I know all this because I've spend time interrogating the cook about what they use :P They are so friendly here, even when I come in before they open (without knowing of course), they treat me well and feed me anyway :D
I love this place so much, I come nearly 5-6 times a week even though I live on the other side of town and it takes me 30 to get there. IT'S ALWAYS WORTH IT!!

I just saw that someone made a post about the venue being a dump. They've relocated since then. Definately not a dump. Also, if you're traveling from out of town, double check you have the newest address on McLoed.
You're welcome, bitches.

I love this place so much.

A long sliver of a door beside darkened buildings is how I first found this spot. Walk down a long corridor and it opens into a decent sized room where performers entertain on a ground level.

A bar which only stocks beer but that in keeps with the laid back mellow vibe of the space. You can sit in the booths or sit outside which is my favourite thing to do amongst the fairy lights and sculptures from the studio next door. Whenever I think of summer I think of here and sitting in the humid air with a cool beer and live music wafting through.

I remember chatting to the owner and commending him on getting great acts from around the country to perform here, he was so focused on his mission to provide an accessible space and music to the people.

I count down the days till I return again to this spot.

Horrible venue.  The tix to the show we drove from Nashville to see were supposedly sold out. They claim they were available online. Bullshit.  I checked in advance. Screw this bar and hattiesburg Mississippi.  This place is the size of a goddamn bathroom..  NEVER WASTE YOUR GAS OR TIME ON THIS DUMP.  STAY HOME!