This place is amazing !!! We were on a trip to Texas and found this place. Stopped in and had some…read morewonderful food and the service was great !!! I had the hamburger steak with grilled veggies and cajun potatoes. My wife had the Cajun Philly cheesesteak and fries !!! Both of them were delicious !!! We loved it so much that we planned our trip so we could stop on our way back home !!! They have a variety of options on the menu !! And it's reasonably priced !!! Great place to join family or friends for a great meal !!!

Every time I get gumbo from there it is nothing but juice no meat. A child wouldn't get full on…read morethat meal

I wanted a soul food lunch and came here. I was not disappointed. The dining room is spacious so…read moregreat for large groups and work lunches. I got the special of the day which was baked chicken with rice and gravy and two sides. They guy serving was super sweet to explain to me the ordering process and I had a great conversation with the woman in line before me who comes every week for the Wednesday special. For my sides, I chose the greens and mashed potatoes. Even though I got two starches, it was worth it because the mashed potatoes and gravy were worth having as a main dish! I loved the greens, too, especially since they had all the hot sauce and peppers and vinegar choices you could want. The chicken was fork tender and I left nothing on the plate. I love that they provide each guest a little wrapped package of cornbread and iced cake of the day, too. I will definitely be stopping at Pamela's any time I'm in town.

FOOD: There was very little selection to choose from. Based on our experience, we could tell the…read morefood didn't seem very fresh and may have been sitting out all day. We both felt really heavy afterward, and my mom even felt sick after eating there. It was just basic diner food and a bit overpriced for something you can get almost anywhere else. However, the cake that comes with the cornbread was my favorite part. SERVICE: The service was fine. It had more of a cafeteria-style vibe, so there isn't much to say about it. AMBIANCE: The inside felt very run down. The bar wasn't even finished and didn't look like it was ever used. Overall, it had a very hole-in-the-wall feel.

every thing is simply outstanding! Great service, reasonable prices, people-friendly!read more

Good place I will go back again, Best cheeseburger in this little hide away. My mom and sister had…read morefish platter fried and very good. Give it a try if your ever in the area.

Friendly service. Fried Shrimp platter is excellent - large fresh gulf shrimp. Family atmosphere.read more

This place surprised me. My expectations were super low. Avoyelles parish is not known for awesome…read moredining. This spot was a hidden gem off the beaten path. The catfish covered in real crab au gratin was definitely a repeat. Wasn't sure it was gonna work but it did so well. Great taste blend. The steak fries need help. They can do better. The onion rings were stellar. The fried shrimp were also exemplary. The etoufee was having an off day. Decor is rustic and dated but alas this was an overall big win. Way better than local competitors. I'll be back

First off, the actual name of this place is Carl's catfish hut. At least that's what they go by on…read moreGoogle. The original Carl's catfish hut was a great place to eat. This is not. I got a seafood platter and paid $25 +tax. The stuffed crab and hush puppies were badly burnt, but cold on the inside. How? The fish and fries were soggy and had no crispyness to them. The shrimp, like the fish, tasted like the oil it was fried in was very old. The oysters had half the batter fall off before they made it to the plate and, again, was cold on the inside. Oysters have to be fried just right to be good. These were edible. Honestly, I feel like I've been robbed. I see why when I got there, there wasn't a single person eating there. Not one person. They have all of these great reviews, but the food's horrible and no one eats there. I'm guessing they have their friends and families leave positive reviews. That's the only thing that makes sense. Luckily, they'll be out of business soon. Hopefully, they'll leave the Carl's catfish hut name alone before they completely destroy it's memory...

Always good food! Especially the salad bar! The service is great. Kitchen was a little slow once…read morebut still worth it.

Fast friendly curbside service with the freshest most delicious jalapeño cheddar egg and cheese…read morebiscuit ever! The location was spotless and the staff were attentive and helpful.

Went to drive thru and ordered three of the whataburger juniors with bacon and cheese on special…read more After being overcharged we got home and found we got neither bacon nor cheese and the burgers were cold. After we got home and found out I tried to call and advise them of their error but they would not answer the phone. This is a shoddy way to run a business. We go her sometimes sometimes twice a day and about half our orders are wrong.

I heard this was the best place for gumbo in Alexandria. It was ok but not great. I wouldn't go…read moreback. Service was good. Try it maybe you will like it.

Definitely better than it looks from outside!!!!…read more Good food, prices were reasonable. Owner was friendly.

This place has great Mexican food it's so authentic. The waitress Grace was so friendly I had the…read morechicken fajitas and my husband had Caldo De Res. Really good highly recommended we will be back.

From the moment you step through the doorway, you are greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly…read moreprepared chips a welcoming introduction to what follows. Upon being seated, guests are presented with a simple yet genuinely authentic menu. The flavors remain consistently exceptional, a quality I believe is essential for any restaurant hoping to thrive in Alexandria. Caro's is far from the typical, run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant where meals are hastily assembled from a hot line and served with an inflated price tag. Instead, each dish reflects care, authenticity, and craftsmanship. Complementing the cuisine, the staff and atmosphere provide an added layer of warmth and charm. The establishment also features a small shop offering imported goods, further enhancing the overall experience. I strive for honesty and objectivity in my reviews, and I rarely award a full five stars. However, Caro's is an exception. This assessment is not based on a handful of visits but on years of consistently outstanding dining experiences. If I were to choose a single word to describe Caro's, it would be authentic. This restaurant exemplifies what true, heartfelt Mexican cuisine should be.