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Bold, Elegant Dining Grounded in Southern Tradition

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Welcome to ForkLift Restaurant

Welcome to ForkLift Restaurant

Welcome to ForkLift Restaurant, where Southern ingredients meet refined cooking in the heart of Tupelo. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared to bring depth, comfort, and bold character to your table. Join us at 1103 W Jackson St and experience a fresh take on Southern dining in a warm, stylish setting.
Southern Roots, Bold Flavors

Southern Roots, Bold Flavors

Our menu brings together the heart of American cuisine with the richness of Southern influence. From fire-grilled specialties to seasonal favorites, each item reflects our passion for bold, handcrafted food. Whether you're joining us for brunch, dinner, or drinks, there's always something worth coming back for.

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A Look Inside ForkLift

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Southern Flavor, Served Your Way

Southern Flavor, Served Your Way

ForkLift Catering brings the same bold flavors and quality you love to your next event. From corporate gatherings to private celebrations, our team delivers handcrafted dishes with care and precision. Let us help make your occasion one to remember—with food that speaks for itself.
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Food was great. Server was very attentive and gave us good suggestions

Joseph T.

Great place, really enjoyed it. THE GUMBO was awesome. The Korean beef tacos were also super good.

Elijah M.

Everything was amazing and Kayla our server gave us the best recommendations on food to try.

Kevin O.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We’re known for Southern food, seafood, fried chicken, soulful sides, hearty lunches, polished dinners, sandwiches, salads, desserts, and refreshing drinks.

  • Southern Food: Southern favorites range from fried chicken and shrimp and grits to hearty plates, classic sides, and comforting desserts. Examples include Forklift Fried Chicken, Shrimp & Grits, Meat & Three Vegetables, Side of Macaroni & Cheese, and Banana Pudding Cake.
  • Drinks: The drink selection includes soft drinks, teas, coffee, juice, lemonade, and other refreshing choices. Examples include Coke, Sweet Tea, Coffee, Orange Juice, Lemonade, and Ginger Beer.
  • Dinner: Dinner features premium steaks, seafood, Southern classics, fresh salads, and satisfying comfort food. Examples include Dry-Aged Ribeye (12 oz.), Lobster Carbonara, Forklift Fried Chicken, Braised Short Rib, Spinach and Oyster Salad, and Crab Cake.
  • Seafood: Seafood choices span gumbo, oysters, shrimp, scallops, lobster, and crab preparations. Examples include Seafood Gumbo, Oysters, Shrimp & Grits, Seared Scallops, Lobster Carbonara, and Crab Cake.
  • Lunch: Lunch offers hearty vegetable plates, creative sandwiches, tacos, burgers, and a seafood favorite. Examples include Meat & Three Vegetables, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, Seafood Po'boy, Veggie Plate Lunch, Korean Beef Tacos, and BLT Burger.

Additionally, explore Soul Food, Sandwiches, Desserts, Salads, and Fried Chicken.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Takeout and Delivery

Where are you located?

We are located in Tupelo, MS at 1103 W Jackson St

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Tupelo, Bissell, Beech Springs, Indian Hills, Skyline, Plantersville, Mount Vernon, Belden, Verona, Palmetto, Lee County, Chesterville, Frog Island, Saltillo, Macedonia, Old Union, Mooreville, Furrs, Sherman, and Eggville.

Anything else?

We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant

Our location

Map showing the location of ForkLift Restaurant on 1103 W Jackson St in Tupelo
ForkLift Restaurant

Tupelo, MS

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