I was cycling down the levee and saw a building with "Home of the Tacky Astray". If ya know me, I…read moregots to check it out. Great service, waitress was a gem. I got the fried shrimp and oyster basket. I kid you not - the juiciest most flavorful fried shrimp I have ever had! My pictures don't do it justice!! Great variety of local beers, other cool items on the menu. Ambiance was cool, you could tell it had been here while. If you're in the area be sure to drop in. I toured in for the pic and they said it was too long: While it looks plain, they are the best fried shrimp I have ever had. Juicy, seasoned just right, and both the shrimp and oyster came out hot!!! While I don't get a lot of quality oysters in central Kentucky, I can't be considered an expert.... They were spot on also!! Check it out and enjoy!!!

We went on a Thursday night and they were doing song bingo. The music was rather loud, but the…read morestaff was very friendly and helpful. We had the chicken tender basket, burger, BLT, the roast beef poboy and the garbage fry poboy. The food was good, and we felt like it was a great little hole in the wall outside of the actual city. It was kid friendly and there were several families there.

I travel to Louisiana quarterly for work, so I'm definitely not a local which honestly makes this…read morereview better for anyone visiting and trying to find a real local spot instead of a tourist trap. One restaurant that locals constantly recommended to me was Drago's Seafood in Metairie, and now I completely understand why. I ordered the charbroiled oysters along with the crawfish platter that came with crawfish étouffée, crawfish mac and cheese, and fried crawfish. Every single thing on the table was incredible. The charbroiled oysters absolutely lived up to the hype rich, buttery, smoky, and packed with flavor. The crawfish platter was just as impressive and gave me a chance to try multiple Louisiana dishes all in one meal. What really stood out to me beyond the food was the service. The staff was extremely friendly, welcoming, and patient with questions from someone who isn't from Louisiana and still learning the local food scene. You can tell they take pride in both the restaurant and the hospitality. The only downside is parking can get a little complicated because the place fills up fast, which honestly says a lot about how popular it is. Just plan ahead or expect a short wait finding a spot. Overall, this is one of those restaurants that feels genuinely loved by locals and absolutely worth visiting if you're traveling through the New Orleans area.

It was recommended to me a lot and I've read that supper time gets crowded here, so I came for an…read moreearly light lunch on a Sunday. Service was a 10/10. My bartender, Darryl, took fantastic care of me. Vibes in this place are very warm and cozy, I sat at the bar to the right of the entrance as you walk in. I had a half dozen char grilled oysters and a cup of seafood gumbo. I see why the oysters are so popular, they are a hit. Buttery and garlicky, the crusty bread they serve with them is a great compliment to soak up the sauce. I had originally intended on getting the chicken and andouille gumbo but Darryl steered me away from it, he said it was very salty. I trusted his word and went with the seafood gumbo instead and was very pleased with it. The flavors were fantastic, but I am gonna ding it ever so slightly as I think $8.99 is kind of an obscene price for that serving size, but at least it was good. Overall I'm very satisfied with my lunch and the service, I think if you like seafood and you're in their area, you should eat here. Edit - $9 for a pint is a little over the top too, imo. My "light lunch" was $42 before the tip.

Went for Easter brunch. Food was amazing. We had oysters…read moreroc'fella, oxtail, breakfast sandwich and fried salmon. Though the salmon was a bit well done, this is my first 5 for a NOLA or Miami in 5 years. Seth our waiter was very helpful. Other staff were attentive as well. Did not try cocktails,, however there were a wide variety of punches. Very bright atmosphere . Possibly too bright for me but looking forward to return.

The food by "B-Da GOAT" was amazing because we had everything from appetizers, entrees and desserts…read moreand it all "HIT!" We had a party of 20+ and the service was spectacular. All our food came out hot and timely. The Resturant's decor is simply stunning, and being a New Orleanian who grew up in the 17th Ward the Pink Lotus has elevated the neighborhood. Hat's off to my "New Favorite "Duck-Off", Resturant.

We watched the FIFA World Cup match between Argentina & England here with some new friends from The…read moreExchange Pickleball. Excellent venue to watch sports or to enjoy a drink with friends. Food was excellent & staff was very friendly. It certainly has a dive bar vibe which made. The place even more fun.

First time here, great service and food was very good. Definitely recommend. Great Beer selection.read more

Asked for well done and received burnt oysters disappointed. Man man man man man man manread more

Holy moly! THAT's how ya do a boil. Hubby got the huge bowl, kiddo a smaller selection, and I had…read morecrab cakes. Succulent. Tender. Flavorful. And the BEST wait staff a family could ask for!! Highly recommend.

Wow--where do we even begin? We spent hours researching where the locals eat, and this restaurant…read morekept coming up. It absolutely lived up to the hype! Our waiter, Jonathan, made the experience unforgettable. He took the time to sit down with us, walk us through the menu, and share his recommendations--and every single one was spot on. We ordered the blackened redfish, catfish, gumbo, savory cheesecake, bread pudding, and vanilla bean crème brûlée. Every dish was outstanding! And we can't forget the cornbread--the aroma of warm butter hits you the moment it's placed on your table. It was the perfect way to start the meal. What really stood out was the staff. Every waiter worked together as a team, helping one another and creating such a fun, welcoming atmosphere. You could tell they genuinely enjoyed what they do, and it made the entire dining experience even more special. From the incredible food to the exceptional service and inviting ambiance, everything was top-notch. If you're in the area, don't hesitate to dine here--you won't regret it! A special thank you to Jonathan from the family from Texas for making our visit so memorable. We'll definitely be back!

The best meal we've had in New Orleans! I researched all the best restaurants and we've gone to so…read moremany, but Jacques-Imo's was my favorite! If you're looking for a dressy date night, this is not the place for you. But if you just want a hearty delicious meal in a fun atmosphere with friendly, attentive service- this is the place!!! We ordered: * Watermelon mojito - very refreshing * Hurricane - boozy * Ribeye special * Short rib special * Eggplant pirogue * Barbecue shrimp - which Daniel, our server who clearly loved his job and joyfully took care of all his customers, graciously peeled for me All our meals included the complimentary corn bread, a spinach salad, and 2 side dishes (we had the corn, mashed potatoes, and shoestring fries). The meal was already so filling, but our wonderful Daniel brought us a toasted coconut caramel bread pudding with 4 spoons! This place is packed every day after 7pm, but if you come early...you should be able to score a table. Reservations can be made for larger parties. It's a little out of the way, but worth the trip!

Good food. Authentic No food. Might want to skip the reptile part if not your cup of tea. Liked…read morethe po boys, gumbos, and catfish/ College ambiance but that's to be expected. Good service.

Service was excellent 100%+ Ambiance was excellent 100%+…read moreFood - was just so so - very disappointed in the fried seafood - my seafood gumbo was delicious. I felt the batter on the fried food was too thick.

Finally got a chance to check out this new restaurant in Lakeview. It was pretty empty for a…read moreSaturday night which was disappointing because the service was great. Bryan was our server and he was friendly and had great recommendations. I did the Reveillon which was 4 courses and I enjoyed it. The crab cake was my appetizer and it was my least favorite of the 4 courses. It wasn't bad but it was wowing. I really enjoyed the seafood boil bisque. The flavor was perfect and not overly spiced. My entree was the royal red shrimp pasta and it was good. I did have to add a dash of salt and pepper but the flavor was great with lots of fresh garlic. I finished with the chocolate bread pudding which was good but after the 1st 3 courses I couldn't finish. I hope more people check out this restaurant before we lose yet another restaurant in Lakeview. Ill be back to try the charbroiled oysters and seafood boil.

Boil & Barrel is a great new spot in Lakeview, so of course I had to try it out! The seafood…read moreoptions are delicious -- fresh, flavorful, and seasoned just right. I especially loved the boil selections. Service was great. Will have to try it again soon to see how they have improved since opening. Love the outdoor seating. While I wouldn't mind slightly larger portions, everything definitely hit the spot and left me wanting to come back for more. A solid addition to the neighborhood for seafood lovers!

The food is phenomenal, portions huge and the service friendly and professional. I had the fish…read moretacos, which had more flavor than anywhere I have had in my 71 years. My husband had the duck quesadilla, which he said was outstanding. It has become our favorite restaurant! The ambience is pure New Orleans, decorated with local art. We take out of town guests there who talk about the experience and food years later.

My first time ever coming here and everything was delicious! I LOVE a good hole in the wall. They…read morealways have the best food!! Some things that I tried were: the shrimp poboy, the fried chicken and Jambalaya, the blackened fish and the bread pudding. All were so good. The 8inch shrimp poboy is big enough to share. I barely eat fried food but the onion rings were also delicious . It was def a treat. Service was quick. They bring the food to your table. I would def come back here again.

This is a small no frills spot near Causeway and Jefferson Highway. The shrimp prices were good and…read moreI was able to get some lump crabmeat too. I also picked up a few trout fillets that were nice and fresh. The guy working the counter was friendly and helpful. Transaction was super easy. Will definitely be back for future seafood needs.

So I know the food is good here usually and I have yet to try the alligator sausage which will…read moreprobably be great but my problem is with the service. My husband ordered crawfish like he normally does but this time they were mushy, slimy and seemed like they'd get anyone sick. When he went to take them back, the guy at the counter said "we've received no complaints. You're not getting a refund." I don't even eat crawfish that much and I knew something was fishy (no pun intended) about this batch. We'd understand if there was a mistake in the quality but the rudeness in terms of service is unacceptable.