Courtney & Ross
Things To Do
Boure Restaurant
Housed in the old Leslie’s Drug Store/ Downtown Grill building on the historic Oxford, MS Square. The newly renovated space is home to the “Up-scale Down-home” fare of Bouré. Decidedly Creole in its overall scope, the restaurant isn’t easily labeled. A bustling, casual dining room and balcony, attentive service and an outstanding menu elevate Bouré to something greater than just another college joint. Bouré is for everyone from a college date night to a special dinner with the family.
Square Books
Square Books is a general independent bookstore in three separate buildings on the historic town square of Oxford, Mississippi, home of the University of Mississippi and many great writers, including William Faulkner, Barry Hannah, Larry Brown, and, for a time, both Willie Morris and John Grisham. The main store, Square Books, is in a two-story building with a cafe and balcony on the second floor; Off Square Books is a few doors down from the main store and has lifestyle sections such as gardening and cookbooks; Square Books, Jr., the children's bookstore, is in a building on the east side of the square; above it (in the site of the original bookstore) is the more recently opened Rare Square Books, which feature collectible, vintage, first edition books across a broad price range. Square Books is known for its strong selection of literary fiction, books on the American South and by Southern writers, a large inventory of reduced-price remainders, and its emphasis on books for children.
Funkys Pizza & Daiquiri Bar
Such a fun spot for pizza, fun drinks, music, and a funky good time! Lots of TVs on so you can catch the game! Perfect for making a quick stop or for spending the night, there are a lot of things about Funkys that locals love. A New Orleans-style daiquiris and pizza bar, you have options of homemade pizza, a wall full of daiquiris, and an optimal people-watching location, facing both the alley and Jackson Avenue East. Famous for having Katy Perry dive off the bar after the Ole Miss win over Bama in 2014, you can spot a gift from her on the wall. House favorites include the Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and the Tide Pod, all of which include a “floater” in your daiquiri.
Library
The Library is by far the busiest and biggest bar in Oxford. This has three different sections, including a sports bar for watching all games, a music hall with a dance floor, and a patio and balcony featuring lights and a great atmosphere. Typically having some of the highest cover charges, it pays off to arrive early. This bar covers all your Friday night needs.