This place is unbelievable. The food is amazing. The atmosphere is rich and dynamic and fun. Our…read morewaitress Layla welcomed us like family and made us feel at home. This took me back two decades to the last time I visited New Orleans. We need more places in the 'burg with this feel and culture. Thanks for having us! What a pleasure.

My first experience at Orleans Bistro And Grill was amazing. The hostess was great. Thanks so much…read morefor the great service Sonya.

We are so glad we came across Jambalaya Bros. The food is authentic Cajun cuisine and DELICIOUS! We…read morehave tried it all and it is all fantastic. But our favorite is the etouffee. Give them a try before they relocate to Vermont. We will definitely have to get our fill before they go.

Still tasty... just needs to be a tad more spicier on the Shrimp Étouffée and then BAM!!…read more Still need to try the Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya.

Looking for a taste of the South in the DC area, my family and I stumbled upon Voodoo Brothers, and…read moreboy, did it deliver! From the moment we walked in, the owner, Luke, gave us a warm welcome and seated us immediately. Our server, Lewis, was just as fantastic, his great personality and helpful recommendations made choosing our meal a breeze. Both Luke and Lewis made us feel right at home, but the food was the real star of the show. We'd honestly go back just to chat with those two; the incredible meal is just a huge bonus! If you want delicious food and a team that makes you feel genuinely appreciated, you have to stop by. We're definitely becoming regulars. Thanks for bringing that authentic, friendly Southern hospitality we've been missing! 5/5 stars. You have to try the Shrimp and Grits and the jambalaya. I was doubtful before and then I had a taste. You want be disappointed.

This place was a pass by after leaving Manassas. My family and I wanted to get dinner before…read morehitting DC traffic. So we stopped here. We were the first to enter and the drinks were delicious. I had the hand grenade and it tasted like New Orleans. Could've been a little stronger. The ambiance of the restaurant is small but comfortable. The bar was inviting. Each dish was full of flavor. My Dad demolished the potatoes and greens. The crawfish was tender and my brother thought the grits were thick enough to be perfect. I would recommend this to anyone in the area! Wasn't cafe du monde beignets, more like donuts. Same with the frosted banana bread pudding dessert- not authentic but good and sweet. Very limited parking; however there is a parking lot two blocks away. Also, steer clear of first Fridays (per the waitress) it gets really crowded and they shut down the street.

Seafood boils can be hit or miss, as they really just come down to one thing. The quality of the…read moreseafood. Live Crawfish & Seafood hits all the right marks. The Family boil came with 4 pounds of shellfish - 1lbs of snow crab, 1lbs of dungeness, and 1lbs of both shrimp and crawfish. The great thing here was you could mix and match - since we weren't huge fans of crawfish we could get more shrimp instead. All the seafood was fresh, with meat that was plump and sweet. The seasoning was flavorful with heat and Cajun spices. And there was ample butter. The boil came in at $80 which felt more than reasonable. The service was on point, with helpful waitstaff that were able to guide us through decision making. And the interior had a nautical theme that fit with the menu without being overly tacky. I'm excited to come back with a larger group to eat more delicious seafood.

My husband and I have been eating here for a few years. The owner Nathan is very attentive. Food…read morecomes out fairly quick. All hot and freshly made. Crawfish come in live from Louisiana and are large. Needs a bit of a boost. Nothing fancy for a seafood joint.

Disclaimer: I haven't tried their jambalaya, but I did try a boudin link and experienced their…read moreservice. Because I've not found real Louisiana boudin anywhere else in the DC area, and because of the family's hospitality, I will give them 4 stars. The Jambalaya Shack is a catering business that was present at this past weekend's Breaux Vineyards Cajun Festival. They're from southern Louisiana, and seem to get invited to cater many of their events. They had jambalaya, corn maque choux, and boudin links. Because I was waiting on live boiled crawfish from another vendor, I decided to just share a link of boudin for $5. Their young boy said after I ordered, "Sure! You have to ring the boudin bell!" So I did, while his mother laughed and wrapped up a link for me. She made sure I knew how to eat it (I did), and I asked her if it was spicy or not (she said not at all...probably due to the DC clientele...but that they were good and that they shipped them straight from Louisiana). They also had an assortment of mild Cajun seasonings and hot sauces. It was not the best boudin I've ever had (that one goes to the Boudin King in Louisiana), but it was slightly better than the boudin I can get at the grocery store in Texas (but bigger). The Jambalaya Shack's also had good amounts of little liver pieces in it. I wish I had had hotter seasonings (cayenne chile powder would have been awesome) to spice it up with... I wish I had also tried their namesake jambalaya, but it was the chicken/sausage variety and other than the boudin, I was in the mood for seafood. I do think I was the only person I saw at the festival that tried the boudin (or probably knew what it was). Speaking of seafood, the other caterer's boiled crawfish was bland, and Jambalaya Shack was nice enough to let us have some of their seasonings. They saved the day.

The nicest folks and lawd is the food right. I wish I had that big old pot so I could make a…read moreJambalaya at home that way. It's not a good Samedi Gras in VA unless you see them there.

It was our first time here. The food was amazing and Anson was a great waiter. We'll definitely be…read moreback. Public parking was minutes away. I highly recommend.

Anson was very amazing, and understanding, he moved with purpose and passion, everything came to my…read moretable in perfect timing and good timing, didn't have to wait to long was here for my 29th birthday, forgot to tell Anson , it was my birthday, but it was no need he really took care of me and my mom even though it was her first time it wasn't mines and I'll choose Anson every time , i love people with patience,

Where We Bout To Eat At…read more @bonmangecuisine Inside @epiqfoodhall Woodbridge, VA I could go on and on about this place! I've been to several New Orleans inspired restaurants but THIS ONE...THIS ONE GOT IT RIGHT!!! If you haven't been, it's a must that you do! In the words of @beyonce... 10-10-10's all across the board! Thanks for the invite @drkeez2life @chefdariuso and Phe for the invite and the amazing hospitality! What I got... Cornbread w/ honey butter Catfish tenders Salmon Cabbage Mashed potatoes Jambalaya Red Beans and Rice Gumbo w/ collards Taste of New Orleans Étouffée Shrimp and Grits Bread Pudding Food: 10/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Customer Service: 10/10 Price Point: $$ #boujiebudgetblogger #danigirlliving #itsdgl #baltimorefoodie #manifestingmeetkeithlee #baltimorefoodie #foodblogbae #baltimorerestaurants #dineanddash #foodiegal #wherewebouttoeatat #willtravelforfood #foodblogbae #foodreviewer #yelp #yelpelite #yelpbaltimore

We saw a bunch of videos about this place on social media that made it look so good so we came on a…read moreMonday evening to avoid the crowds. Not super busy inside so pretty easy parking and wait time wise. We decided to order the Crawfish Étouffée and the Taste of New Orleans with two Crawfish Étouffées and a Jambalaya (ran out of red beans and rice) with a cornbread. We didn't realize the miscommunication until we got our food but it turns out we only ordered the Taste of New Orleans but it was still a good amount to share and it was easier since it was smaller portions of each dish. Food only took about 5 minutes since we were the only ones in line. The étouffée and jambalaya had great flavor and even a little kick to it. I loved the jambalaya in particular because of the spice and amount of meat in it. I need to get the full size version of it when I come back. The cornbread and the butter it came with was really good as well. Nice and moist, definitely worth ordering again and great for sharing. Love that there is a good creole place in Woodbridge. We are absolutely coming back soon to try the rest of the menu (especially the desserts).

My family loves getting seafood from here so of course I needed to give a review after countless…read moretimes of ordering from here both to-go and dine-in. It is one of the more affordable seafood spots around with their buy 5 lb get 1 lb free special and if you're ordering around the holidays the specials may even be better. We usually do that deal and order mainly crawfish but all of their seafood and fresh and made to order. There are seafood boil spots around the area with more "unique" sauce options but their spot is simple and very family friendly AND within budget. The staff are very friendly here and we always get great service.

Went here on a Saturday night and it got very busy. We ordered crawfish, crab legs, shrimp and…read morelobster tails. They cook the crawfish to order so it can take a long time. It can take even longer when it's so busy. Food came out looking great but I def got the feeling it was undercooked. The meat didn't come out of the shells as easy as it should have. So I was a disappointed with the dinner. I wouldn't have minded waiting a little longer for a better cooked meal. Service was pretty good but the table was wobbly and prob needed replacing. I might come back but def not on a weekend.

Sunday 11-3pm live jazz - make reservation for main dining. You won't regret it…read more Ambiance - high ceilings and New Orleans feel. Upscale as it is a Michelin guide restaurant. Service was very attentive. Freaking loved the jazz. Brunch - Creole inspired cuisine with amazing cocktails. Came for brunch, loved the raw oysters - so fresh and has three levels of salinity. Bread basket - delish, banana bread was the best I've ever had and I'm not a huge fan of banana bread. The other biscuits were nice, the pimento cheese scone was really good too. Chicken and waffles were delicious with a perfect mix of spicy, sweet, and savory. Very crunchy on the outside without compromising the moistness of the chicken. The pig ear salad was just okay.

Walked into Dauphine's without a reservation, fully expecting to be turned away--I was in a…read moreflannel, jeans, and a cap, and the place definitely leans classy. But they couldn't have been more welcoming. Truly set the tone right away. The interiors are beautiful--very chic, very date-night energy, though you could make it work for a family meal too. It's one of those places that feels elevated without being intimidating (despite my initial fears). Service was thoughtful throughout. They didn't rush us at all, even when our friend arrived a bit late--and she didn't order food, which sometimes gets side-eye at places like this, but not here. Zero fuss. Drinks were a great start. Solid local beer selection--cold and reasonably priced--and a diverse cocktail menu. My friend's julep apparently packed a serious punch and was excellent. Now, the food. We started with the bread service, and honestly--it slapped. The sweet potato baguette and biscuits were buttery, soft, melt-in-your-mouth good. Didn't even need the fig jalapeño jam or the cream on the side (and that's saying something). The oysters were a bit of a moment--grilled but served on ice, which threw us off for a second. Hot meets cold is a choice. But garlicky oysters with cheese? I'm not about to complain. For mains, we had the pork chop, catfish, and collard greens: * Catfish: Pro tip--get a bit of everything in one bite. The broth is on the saltier side, while the fish and other elements are more subtle, so it all balances out together. Really well thought out dish. * Pork chop: Massive. Perfectly fried, but about halfway through it did get a little monotonous. Came with fried Brussels sprouts (could've used more) and a polenta-style base. Solid, just slightly out of proportion with the sides. * Collard greens: Well executed. It's collards--done right, no complaints. We ended with the semifreddo, and I'm very glad we did. Not overly sweet, nicely balanced, and the nuts added great texture. A strong finish. Overall: great service, beautiful space, and very good food. Slight quirks here and there, but nothing that takes away from the experience. And yes--you can show up in a cap and still have a great time.

The food here is really yummy! The owners are local and long-time restaurant owners. The…read moredecorations have a royal feel about them. This is a walk up order counter, and they have everything you could need at a booth.

AMAZING!!!…read more Nice add on to the eclectic group of restaurants here in the Woodbrook shopping center. The food is very well done. I tried the red beans and rice in the jambalaya along with the garlic bread and cornbread. Each are well prepared It's very little spice for the mild taste buds. Service was outstanding the owner and the chef were very engaging. However the prices may keep them in the red.... They have 1/2 order for $10 really should be closer to seven or six. Or have a small sample size for $4.99 1/2 the size of their half order. Bottle soda is $2.25...a little bit over the top!!! I realize that everything's expensive in Charlottesville is a bit pricey. A food truck would serve them well to take this beautiful cuisine out of the community and really blow things up.!!