Bayou Country Charters

(17 reviews)

My wife and I had a great day on the water. We would have been happy with fish or no fish…read more Our captain was great. He knows the spots to go to. In our case persistance pays off. We limited out and have had some fantastic meals from the fish since. Will be going back.

We booked a 2-day guided trip for four to catch redfish. We were disappointed, to say the least…read more We all know how to fish, so were not expecting a lot of help with equipment or baiting hooks. However, having fished charters in Florida, Alaska, and Hawaii, this is the first time we have ever had to compete with our guide to catch fish. Never before have we even been with a guide who actively fished, but instead took care of his guests and kept them on the fish. The Captain stood in the prime angler's spot on the front deck next to the trolling motor - he had a remote, but chose not to use it, for what ever reason. His line was always the first one in the water, and he fished virtually every new area ahead of any of those of us paying for the trip. He did, reluctantly, put his gear aside for a quick reset if one of us asked for help, or to net a fish for us. Otherwise, it was as if he was going fishing, and we just rode out on the boat with him. He never put us in any area where there was a lot of activity; we would fish a non-productive area until we would finally all sit down and wait for him to look for another spot. We did catch some fish, but not much compared to the photos on their website of other groups with their captains on those same dates. Also, he did not dress the flounder properly that we caught, and the restaurant couldn't cook it for us. The second day, we just gave him the fish we did catch; I think he caught about 5 himself, and the rest of us caught about that many. With a paid trip for four, one of us had to sit out since the Captain kept fishing ahead of us. I was offered minimal compensation not to post this review. I told the owner I would not post it if they wanted to refund 1 full day of guided fishing as we had paid for two. They declined, so here it is.

Griffin Fishing Charters and Lodge

(21 reviews)

Outstanding fun trip Excellent accomodations…read moreGreat people Couldn't ask for more Highly recommend

We have fished with Griffin at least once a year since 2018. We love the fact that you can walk out…read moreof your room and walk right to the boat. The rooms are very nice and clean and the outdoor seating is great for hanging out. They provide dinner the night before, breakfast and lunch. The food is always good but you better be hungry because it's a lot of food!! We have been with several different captains over the years and they are all great. If the fish aren't biting, they will keep moving to other spots so we can limit out. We have been with Carl most of our trips and he is awesome! They also clean and filet your catch. We like to keep our redfish on the half shell. We always look forward to our trips and have invited friends and family to join us. They have been equally impressed as well. You won't regret booking with Griffin!

Jean Lafitte Fishing Charters

(7 reviews)

We had a wonderful captain. He helped navigate us to catch some huge drummer on a very hot day.read more

Scheduled trip with these guys on short notice. Was able to get set up with Barry on an afternoon…read moretrip. Got a few fish, more importantly, had a really good time. Tony picked us up and dropped us off in New Orleans, but not before he took us to Jan's to cook up our catch. Great trip!!!!!!!!

Bonnet Carre' Spillway

(3 reviews)

Well if you can catch them when they're open. Been there once or twice on a whim and they were…read moreopen, nice variety of tackle and baits, live and artificial. Again it's just da fact if and when they're open.

The best free walking trail around. People are also boating fishing too…read more The trail is elevated, So you do not disturb the swamp. Plus it is an easy walk. Being in this natural environment just plain feels good. Bro g the kids and unplug!!

Jean Lafitte Harbor

Delicious burgers. Their main purpose is as a harbor & marina with a small bar inside also serving…read moreburgers. I'm not a beer drinker & didn't want wine w/ handheld food. I ordered off cocktail board and got a vodka martini (Tito's). It was made using vodka & margarita mix. I sipped then asked for a ton of olive juice & enough olives to be considered an appetizer. Someone else cam behind bar & offered me another, after discussion I was made another martini. There was no vermouth which was fine, more vodka please & add olives/juice (much better). I then had a triple of crown next which def was drinking for effect. I'd go back but I understand where I'm going to.

Bourgeois Fishing Charters

(2 reviews)

Captain steve was Amazing!!!!! My three daughters and…read moreson-in-law went out with him . He was east to talk to fun and know exactly how to make the whole family feel comfortable. He know where to go and educated us on the critters and fish on our adventure . Hope to see him again in October!!!

Having a great time here. We are wrapping up our second evening, after our first day on the water…read more Captain Dave was our guide/captain for the day. Had to wait out an early morning thunderstorm that delayed us for about an hour. After that Cpt. Dave took us out. The winds were up all day, but he stayed the course and we came back with our dinner, plus. We had to move around a bit to catch em, but we were fishing instead of just casting, which is cool by me. The food was delicious and in no short supply. There were snacks everywhere but I never got to them. We had a full breakfast at 5:30am, sandwiches on the water, a serious Cajun flavored lunch after returning off the water. Last but not least our dinner was served on the half shell, made fresh from our days catch. Can't wait to do more catching and eating to

Capt Phil Robichaux's Fishing Charters

Outstanding customer service and an excellent charter service. Our captain was knowledgeable and…read moreknew exactly where to take us to catch our limit of fish. He also knew exactly where we could go to avoid a rainstorm in order to stay dry which was very helpful. Very reasonably priced and and outstanding value for your money I would highly recommend this service.

There is no better. I have used Phil's charter service for over 15 years and would never dream of…read moreusing someone else.

Cochiara Shipyard & Marina

(3 reviews)

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I have walked into plenty of shady establishments in my time on this earth. I have often wondered…read moreif I would walk out of some, but occasionally I've found a gem. Cochiara is one such gem. Growing up in South Louisiana I spent a lot of time in Grand Isle. Heading there we would always stop at a friend's gas station/fishing supply/bar on the way to the island. I always remember the old men sitting at the bar laughing and drinking while we tried to convince my parents to buy us candy. Throughout the years I have visited many a boat launch and marina in Louisiana fishing communities with similar businesses. These places have always reminded me of those family trips and they always bring me great joy. After a recent trip to Boutte's for dinner, I discovered another place that made my quite happy. Cochiara is the convenience store/bar next to a boat launch. There used to be hotel rooms here, but I think they no longer exist. Inside is much more of a bar than convenience store, but there are chips and soft drinks should you need supplies for a fishing trip. The crowd was primarily local, but very friendly. I think I was tested by some locals when they noticed me singing David Alan Coe, but I must have passed with flying colors as they welcomed us with open arms. This may have been because I am a very likable guy with an incredible knowledge of country music. If you're not me, or not with me, you may have issues, but I will be glad to offer pointers for a small fee. The jukebox was stocked with old country classics, but also had some surprises including Madonna. The beer selection was somewhat lacking unless you are a fan of Bud products. When asked what beer they had besides Bud Light, the bartender advised of us of no less than seven different Bud products. If I buy a camp in Lafitte I will become a regular here. Even if I don't, I will make sure and stop on every trip I make. Note: I am thinking bars like this would make a great UYE. I wonder if we can figure out a way to do all waterfront bars one night.

This is a cool little bar in Lafitte. Good jukebox with old country on it. Really nice people and…read morecheap drinks. What more could you ask for? It's a really big place with a pool table, a dance floor and a bunch of snacks that you can buy if you want something to munch on. In this town everyone knows everyone. A young guy came up to my friend and me and asked where we were from. If you aren't from the area, go in and be nice and the locals will treat you like one of their own.

Bayou Segnette State Park

(53 reviews)

We are OBSESSED with the cabins! Lots of wildlife to…read moreappreciate, very friendly staff, and the location is perfect! Close to the city, right in town, but still in the country. We've been before and will definitely be back. The screens had holes and let in a lot of bugs but it's a form of camping and we loved all of God's creatures nonetheless. I do wish they had some form of souvenir but we took home great photos and countless memories. See you again soon!

I have been here twice now. Once for a fish fry put on for a local Veterans group and once for a…read moreWinter Lantern Festival. The last event I went to here was interrupted by the amount of mosquitoes wanting to suck my blood. You have to pay for admission to get in, at $5 which is inexpensive, but if you rent a picnic area, you also have to pay for that. It is nice though.

Joe's Landing

For my first ever redfish fishing expedition it couldn't have been any better. 3 days of fishing…read morewith 8 people and limits all 3 days. Barry and his guys were very experienced and kept us on fish all day. I HIGHLY recommend checking this service out. You won't be disappointed.

These guys won't sell you a fishing license if you don't go out with them. Me and my son simply…read morewanted to get our 3 day license because we are scheduled to go out tomorrow and wanted to get it early so we could fish a little where we are staying as well. When he asked who were charter fishing with and we told him "Griffins", he stopped what he was doing to sell us licenses and wrote down a number for us to call and said "here, this would be easier", directing us right back to the website we were trying to avoid using on our phones for BY DRIVING HERE! Then in addition to all we were trying to avoid, we get to pay an online service fee that doesn't apply when you do it in person. You had better fish with them too or you can't do anything else at his place. Petty.

Lafreniere Park

(100 reviews)

My Husband and I was married here at Shelter 2 , 22 years…read moreago . What fantastic Memories. Lafreniere is a great Park . One our special day it rained around Us except on us !! WOW WOW . As I walked across the bridge at Shelter 2 Into my Husband arms . It was so BEAUTIFUL

This park is amazing, i love taking my dog for a walk in the mornings, never lose a day.read more

Cool Zoo

3.8

(24 reviews)

What a great addition to the Audubon Zoo! This was my first time to see the venue after hearing…read moreabout it for a while. The lazy river is artfully done, giving a nod to Louisiana wildlife and nature areas. There are a lot of skillful and friendly lifeguards around the area. There are several different food pavilions, restrooms, locker areas, and areas to sit. There is also a fun water slide, giving homage to the infamous alligators with albinism who have taken residence at the Zoo and Aquarium over the years. This would be a fun place to relax with your kids during one of the summer sessions. My friends and I attending the adults-only Sip and Dip event held on Fridays during the summer. It was very affordable for a private cabana for six with early access. Be sure to reserve your tickets for the event early online as it does sell out. It got a bit crowded toward the end, and they did run out of regular floats, though some preferred the thick floating noodles offered. Every Friday night has a different theme, so there is something for everyone. They bring in Dickie Brennans for the bar, and they were wonderful with decently priced drinks and quality alcohol. They were also creating with the mocktails. I certainly will return for another Sip and Dip either later this summer, if able, or next year. Absolutely worth it!

Four stars for Cool Zoo's beautiful grounds and water features that are artfully rendered. Two and…read morea half stars for Sip & Dip. Five stars for the incredibly friendly staff. My first time at Cool Zoo was for the adults-only Friday night party, Sip & Dip. This event is 2X a month during the heart of the summer and features theme nights with DJs and of course since this is NOLA, people get creative and might dress in theme. I went on 80s night and the music was so fun and I loved people wearing neon, 80s tshirts and even hair and make-up. Refreshments stands are spread out among the park and they do a themed cocktail and sell beer, hard seltzer and soft drinks, along with typical concession food and popcorn. I had the cocktail of the evening, the Purple Rain and while it was eye-catching, it was so sweet and possibly strong, too, that I couldn't drink more than 1/4 of it (and it's a huge cup, fairly priced at only $13). The grounds are beautiful with fountains and an area with slides and water features that you'd normally see children dominating (with perfectly good reason) but it was actually fun to see adults having at it on the slides and at the water sprayers. Then there's the lazy river, which is a decent size, warm and full of jets to move you along. We ended up not using flotation devices and swam/walked through it. My main issue and why this event isn't personally my cup of tea: it's too crowded. It sells out but I think they sell far too many tickets. We arrived 15 min after it started and there wasn't a lounge chair nor seat at a table to be found. Cabanas are so cheap here but they sell out immediately ahead of the event, likely the day that tickets go on sale. The only way I'd return was if I could get a cabana. The lazy river is completely packed 45 minutes into the event. We were lucky enough to get a locker (which also sell out so imagine being there without a space to put your things??? how is that fun?). People are in general nice enough to hand over the inner tubes but good luck ever getting a place to sit if you didn't line up in advance of start time. I keep going back between 3 and 4 stars for the main reason that everyone who works here is SO nice. The staff really made everything bearable for me, as they were so welcoming and helpful to point out where the lockers were (there's another set behind the set you initially encounter). I just think this isn't the event for anyone who avoids crowds of people. And the crowd that was there that night were totally fine (at least early in the evening). They just sell too many tickets for me to enjoy it.

Grand Isle Beach

I really love this state park. I don't understand the bad reviews. You can walk forever on a nice…read moresandy beach that is not crowded one bit. I really enjoyed being here ,plenty of picnic tables to sit down and have your lunch at. Can't wait to come back.

This was a great beach! There are some very friendly people! Get this you can camp on the beach…read more There are some shells most of them are broken but I did get a couple out of it. The water is pretty cold in the spring (that's when I went) but it's great for some photos! I would come again!

The Pool Club

4.7

(21 reviews)

I really enjoyed this pool club experience. My hotel didn't have a pool so I bought a pool pass for…read morethe day here. The pool passes cost about $25 except on Friday. It's $35. I ended up going on a Friday and to my surprise, it wasn't terribly overpacked. However, I did get there quite early just as they opened. I was disappointment that I was not allowed to have a lounge chair, I was only allowed to have a couch spot that was further from the pool. Other than that, I loved the decor, the drinks and apps. I appreciated that they offered free available water and clean restrooms. They even supplied nice towels so you don't need to bring one if you're on a day pass. It also had a beautiful rooftop view. I'd definitely go back.

So I had a gin lemon mocktail to start, which really just tasted like a sweet lemonade... But after…read morethat one I switched to alcohol drinks - they were so delicious! I got a Tally Me Banana m, which was really nicely balanced between bitter and sweet and a hint of citrus. And then I got a chocolate spicy orange frozen cocktail... I wish I could find it somewhere on their website but I couldn't-- because I would love to try to re-create this at home! The pool bar server that I had two nights in a row was really amazing. The chicken wings were pretty good too. But the vibes... All the vibes were so relaxing and they had a really great DJ on Sunday. Definitely check their website because they have live music regularly.

Oasis Resort

3.3

(25 reviews)

This was a great place to stay with toddlers. So much water for them to play in without having to…read moreworry about them being in to deep. There is a lot of lounge chairs and tables to find seating. The actual hotel need an upgrade and the rooms seem wet/ moist. There is a little light show that is nice to walk and see the water at night.

Wonderful Staff. Was there for our Family Reunion We felt welcomed and the team here was very…read moreaccommodating. I personally enjoyed the Hippie Fish Bar! The food here was great!

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