Dave's Dark Horse Tavern: Starkville's Legendary Gathering Spot

Getting There

• Walking

  Dave's Dark Horse Tavern is located at 410 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr E, easily accessible from most parts of Starkville. From the intersection of Main Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, walk east along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive for a few blocks. The tavern will be on your right. This is a straightforward walk on well-maintained sidewalks.

• Public Transport

  The Starkville-MSU Area Rapid Transit (S.M.A.R.T.) system provides free bus service throughout Starkville and the Mississippi State University campus. Check the S.M.A.R.T. website or app for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. Several routes serve the area near Dave's Dark Horse Tavern. Get off at a stop along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and walk a short distance to the tavern.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxi and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Starkville. A short ride from the Mississippi State University campus or the Cotton District to Dave's Dark Horse Tavern will typically cost between $12 and $18, depending on the distance and demand. Be sure to confirm the fare with the driver or through the app before starting your trip.

• Driving

  Dave's Dark Horse Tavern is located at 410 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr E. From Highway 12, turn onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and head east. The tavern will be on your right. Parking is available on the street and in nearby lots. Paid parking is required on University Drive and other marked streets in the Cotton District from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Parking fees are $0.75 for the first hour and $1.00 for each additional hour. Parking is free after 8:00 p.m., on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.