Made the drive from Bakersfield and WOW absolutely worth every mile! Every single thing we ordered was beyond a 10/10 The grilled oysters? NEXT LEVEL Huge shoutout to Mark for the incredible hospitality top-tier service from start to finish! The whole spot had such a clean, chill vibe that made us want to stay even longer. Safe to say this is officially our go-to spot anytime we come over the hill! If you've been thinking about trying this place... DO IT. You will not regret read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Grilled oyster - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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I've eaten here a couple times! Very flavorful seafood! Street parking - so be prepared and read signs. If you want a taste of New Orleans - this is where you go. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Shrimp & Grits with the crab clusters - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

The score is more favorable than it seems. We did like the place. I kept telling my wife that MGT should see us parked near one of their monitors for their day-long happy hour fare on another Tuesday. That's what I enjoyed (as the operative word) upon our first visit, several of their happy hour bites: Jazzy Wingetts, Jambalya spring rolls, the corn maque choux, and the catfish bites with remoulade sauce. I came for the spring rolls, and they delighted our dinner-ready appetites. It was indeed the most memorable components of a Jambalaya plate, inserted in a wrapper made crispy - which I think made all the difference. Each bite was a morsel of crunchy, greasy goodness. The cabbage chaser and dipping sauces on the plate made the rolls just right. Everything else tasted good for the happy hour, Dodgers broadcast vibes - shout out to the Stubborn root beer from the fountain! But it was mostly just good value for two people. I think I could learn to like the Voodoo wings but they ate a little salty. We appreciated that they were served with fries that we didn't pay extra for. We don't really do sports bars, but that does not mean we can't change our approach to our Clippers fandom. And MGT, being quite local, could be the worthy home that feeds us for not that much. We'll take the $50-ish bill all day. read more

Went for Father's Day with no reservation and they accommodated our party. Food was absolutely delicious. Parking can be found around the corner on Moorpark. Will definitely be back. The gumbo put my brother to sleep! Great atmosphere. Call for reservations. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Charbroiled oysters - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

Mardi Gras Tuesday on any day is good but on Takeout Tuesday is speaks to me. And I definitely get those Wellness Wednesday leftovers. This black owned and blooming biz is located in the Sherman Oaks area off Ventura Blvd/Van Nuy Blvd. Serving up Cajun, Creole and Southern style realness in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley. It's a little bit of a hidden gem being neighbor places like FitBox, Charcuterie LA, across from 2nd Street secondhand store, Juice Crafters, Happy Days Cafe and more. Parking is mostly street, metered, with a private small lot in back. The have great service, a full wine, beer and soju craft spirits bar (made from distilled fermented spirits). Happy hour is amazing and features both beverages and food. The Plant-Based Creole Sliders being a 10/10. The food is bussin!!! Even for delivery or carry out. Their vegetarian/vegan menu is the chef's kiss. I have had some instances where they were out of things in the pass, like the Hearts of Palm Poboy :_( twice, but they do their best. Love the decor in here. Bar area is iconic. Feel big and intimate all at once. Good music, sometimes live and entertainment on their flat screens. MGT is open from Noon til 9pm Monday through Thursday, Friday until 11pm, Saturday from 11am to 11pm #BreakfastLunchDinnerDessert and Sundays from 11am to 9pm. Sometimes with tables in front when the weather is more on the ideal side, pup friendly, family friendly, Wi-Fi friendly. Gender neutral restrooms. And very much Open to All. read more

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I got the Mardi gras pasta it was really delicious 10/10 very big portion, could feed 2 ppl lol read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Fried Fisherman's Combo Basket, Mardi Gras Pasta - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

Lots of questions to wonder about this place... When we walked in, waited for about 2 minutes before a waiter walked out and told us to take a seat anywhere. We grabbed menus as we picked our seats, cause it seemed like he was the only one there. Anyway, he brought us some water, then proceeded to get the order for a lady at a nearby table. After a couple minutes, he came and took our order. We ordered the fisherman's combo, which included fried shrimp, catfish, oysters, and hush puppies. It also came with fries and two dipping sauces. We also ordered the happy hour chicken wings, gumbo, and jambalaya. We also added a side of collard greens, and some charbroiled oysters. So after we ordered, we waited. And waited. And waited. An hour later, our food is ready and comes out. Why? Well, the lady sitting next to use ordered a decent amount of food for a party of four, or maybe two, it could've just been just as much as we ordered. Another table of two, which came after us, ordered after us, got their food before us. Who knows.... What we ordered was just slow to make? Anyway, if the food is good, than it might be worth it.. was it though? The happy hour cup of gumbo ($6) and the side of collards ($8) were super salty, what the heck?! Who eats this?! The collards tasted like they made too much some other day, reheated it a few times, and it concentrated the salt into the veg. The gumbo was just too salty. The happy hour chicken wing plate was $8 and came with four wings and some fries. One wing was dry, the other three were ok. The flavor is light. It was marinated for 24 hours? Really? The happy hour jambalaya cup was also $6. It was ok, not great but not bad, just ok. The charbroiled oysters were good, but they were really tiny oysters that you could barely taste due to the stuff on it, is that why it is good? Barely able to taste or see the oysters. $2each. The fisherman's combo, $24, uses small shrimps that are not worth eating. Give me four decent sized good ones instead. The oysters were cooked to death, and were not good to begin with too. The catfish bites were right, and spot on. The hush puppies were good too! Overall, just get catfish bites if that's all you want, I can't see anything else on this dish being worth ordering. Anyway, I am not planning to ever come back here. I recommend you save your time and money, especially time, and go elsewhere. This is not what it seemed like it was going to be. This was a waste. If you come, you better come half full, cause the wait takes long, and your food won't be satisfying. Inside is clean with plenty of seating, does this place get filled? Maybe, but won't be by people who know good food and a care about time. Restroom had no soap too, although there were two dispensers.... No soap. Like I said, don't do it. read more

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When you look up soul food restaurant in the dictionary there's a picture of Mardi Gras Tuesday! And not only is the food fantastic and full of flavor the atmosphere is filled with high energy and great jazz music. I can't imagine a better place to get together with friends and family. And let's not forget Rania the most helpful and kind waitress!! Can't wait to come again. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Shrimp N Grits, eggs Beni, chicken tender basket - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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My family and I went to Mardi Gras Tuesday this past Sunday it was roughly 10 of us. I must say the service was absolutely incredible. Our server this time with CJ very kind very patient as I mentioned before. I have a very demanding family and he was on point. The food was incredible as always the portions are wonderful! This time I ordered a Poboy and it had literally 25 pieces of shrimp on it now, that's what I call a Poboy sandwich. My family got the catfish meal, the seafood basket. Dessert was the beignets, peach cobbler, egg rolls I mean everything was excellent. The ambience was very nice. The only negative I could say is they do have live music at least on Sundays that was a little loud for my taste and other's around us, but it did give it a nice atmosphere but if they could just dial that down slightly, but other than that, kudos, you guys did it again. read more

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From the outside Mardi Gras Tuesday seems as if it's just any other themed family restaurant. It's when I have these thoughts and am then proven completely wrong that makes me happy. Mardi Gras Tuesday is one of the best restaurants I've visited in a while. Going here for a late lunch we were greeted by an incredible waitress who was extremely knowledgeable and kind. Definitely the best wait staff I've ever encountered. For lunch I tried the half chicken Po' Boy with a side of Mac and cheese. Words don't adequately express how amazing these dishes tasted. The Mac and cheese was perfection. The chicken Po boy was a flavor explosion. Perfectly marinated and cooked chicken alongside delicious fresh veggies on a roll that was just delicious. Thinking back on the sandwich now I wish I could go back there this instant and have it again. I've been curious about this place for a long time and now am kicking myself for waiting this long. I highly recommend you stop by and try the phenomenal food of Mardi Gras Tuesday. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Chicken Po' Boy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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My girls and i came here for brunch and the food and service was amazing. I had the catfish and it was seasoned and crispy and delicious. Our server Rania was great. She made sure we were taking care of. The bottomless mimosas were plentiful and flowing. This is a great place to chill and listen to live music. read more

This Gumbo was truly made with soul and love. Perhaps the 2nd best Gumbo I have had in LA. A very rich and amazing broth served with a decent amount of rice in a bowl so big you will lose the spoon if you're not careful. Kitchen and service are great. I have to say though this place needs to discover its identity in the beverage department. I am seeing Soju whiskey, Soju Vodka. As someone who likes liquor I was not impressed with the drink optio read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

My boyfriend and I had an amazing first experience here! We ordered the Mardi Gras Pasta, Jambalaya Spring Rolls, and the Seafood Gumbo, and every dish was absolutely delicious. The pasta was creamy and packed with seafood, the spring rolls were crispy and full of flavor, and the gumbo was rich, hearty, and loaded with seafood. The atmosphere was great, the portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh. A special shoutout to our server, Rania! She was so friendly, attentive, and made our experience even better with her great recommendations and excellent service. We'll definitely be back and can't wait to try more of the menu. Highly recommend! read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Mardi Gras Pasta and Gumbo - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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I found this secret gem on Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks by doing a google search for Cajun food for Mardi Gras. I was so pleased for this find, I'm already planning a return visit. Service was a little spotty. Food was excellent, and the ambiance was very warm and welcoming. If you're searching for this cuisine, you've found it. read more

Yesssssss to everything about this business!! Recently ordered from here & I must say: DELICIOUS!! We ordered a little bit of everything: the collard greens, mac&cheese, red beans & rice, shrimp po' boy, jambalaya spring rolls, gumbo & the cheesecake beignets!!! Ordering & pickup was easy & timely! Will be back again! read more

We came for Sunday brunch and service was phenomenal! The owner and staff make you feel like family. While we waited for the rest of our party to arrive, my husband and I sipped on our first glass of bottomless mimosas. We had the option to sit inside or outside in the back patio. We decided on outside as it was a cute little set up. When our party arrived, we placed our orders. As we waited for our meal, the servers were really good about keeping our glass of mimosas full. It took a long time for our food to come, so the mimosas were distracting the fact (they knew what they were doing LOL). Food arrived and I wanted to love it. Sadly, I didn't. I mean, I liked it, but didn't love it. It was under-seasoned, and for it to be "New Orleans cuisine", I was expecting FLAVA!! I ordered the Bayou Breakfast: Eggs, creole potatoes, and fried catfish and I added a waffle on the side. Eggs and potatoes were fine (well the potatoes were too crunchy for me) but the fried catfish could have had a little more salt and just more flavor. The waffle tasted like a funnel cake. Nothing wrong with funnel cakes but I wanted a waffle lol. Service: 5+ stars Food: 3.5 stars read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Crawfish Etouffee - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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Our nephew treated hubby and me to lunch. I love a good creole/cajun cafe. The maitre' d, Kim gave us a very warm welcome as if she was expecting us. We were seated immediately. We arrived just as brunch ended, but she offered to let us order from the brunch menu. We declined in favor of the regular menu. Our server, Malcolm, also gave us a warm greeting and was patient, taking time to explain menu options. The decor has a NOLA vibe, playing soulful music in the background. I missed seeing the celebrity pics in the hallway to the restrooms but our neph enjoyed seeing them. We started with appetizers -- charbroiled oysters with breadcrumbs and parmesan, and chicken wings. The oysters were tasty and the wings had good a good spicy flavor, similar to jerk, but they were a bit dry. For mains, the fellas had fried catfish which was very good -- light crispy and well-seasoned. One had an off-menu fillet with coleslaw and fries. The other, had a catfish basket (strips), fries and hush puppies. The fries were seasoned but not too salty. and The hush puppies were crisp outside but moist inside. They were pleased with the coleslaw and an extra order of macaroni and cheese which was noted as "authentic" baked mac and cheese. I ordered gumbo for the main. There was plenty of chicken, shrimp and sausage, as well as a decent portion of snow crab. My preference is for king crab because it's hardier and easier to shell, but I was told by a butcher elsewhere that it's difficult to obtain because of the conflict with Russia ‍ Regardless, the snow crab was sweet and easy enough to shell. Unfortunately, the broth was overly salty which made it tough to distinguish the various flavors that make gumbo standout -- celery, okra, filet etc. The gumbo came with a side of brown rice and garlic bread -- both were fine. At one point, Leslie, the "wheel" (my description ) came by to make sure we had everything we needed. A gentleman, possibly the owner, came by to apologize because they were out of cranberry juice but it wasn't a problem for me. The restaurant was about 3/4 full. Patrons were a mix of couples and families. Btw, the restrooms were clean - a feat that's hit it miss on restaurant row. The fried chicken seemed popular and flew out of the chicken often. Will try it on my next visit. If you're looking for a fast food, be prepared to wait. It took some time for our food to arrive but overall, it was worth the wait. Bottom line -- this cafe offers good food and warm, friendly service. It's definitely worth a visit, or 2 or 3... read more

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Been here twice now. This is what five stars looks like. The food is heavenly. The crust on the mac and cheese has the lightest crunch. It is decadent. The chicken tenders are incredible. They also give you a ton. The fries are crisp and seasoned well. The shredded chicken po boy is a mind blowing experience of flavor. The gumbo hits. The service is incredible. They are so fast and kind. There is a girl with red hair here that looks like a supermodel and is the sweetest person ever. The restaurant is always spotless. I am so lucky I know about this spot!!! I will be back a hundred times in my lifetime. read more

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Came here for an early dinner on Saturday and what a treat! Never been before but will definitely be back. The staff is so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Greeted and seated with menus and waters right away. The vibe here so cool and reminded me of not only New Orleans but the restaurants I grew up around back in Chicago. I love that they have vegan options so I ordered the Red Beans and Rice with Plant Based Sausage as well as a Hurricane. My entree was so good and thinking about it makes me want to head there right now for another plate. Drink was just okay. I think I'm not used to the type of rum they use so for my second drink I ordered a Chardonnay which hit the spot. While there and before our food or drinks came the manager noticed our table was wobbly and was quick to adjust it. During our meal our server and the manager checked in on us few times...again...amazing service! Also, two thumbs up for the free parking in back as this stretch of Ventura can be kind of busy. They also have a huge outdoor patio in back. Next time we'll definitely bring some friends. read more

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We came here as out-of-town visitors to LA since we are staying nearby in Sherman Oaks area. It's definitely worth the visit, their gumbo is the bomb and made to my perfection, yum yum and the Madi Gras pasta is crazy delicious too. The staffs are super friendly as well as the owner/manager who goes around every table to greet and make sure the customers are well taken care of. This place is an absolute gem. Stop reading the reviews and just go eat there now. Your taste buds and tummy will be very grateful. read more

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As someone who's actually from New Orleans, Louisiana, I don't throw around the word authentic lightly but Mardi Gras Tuesday absolutely nailed it. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting, and the wall art immediately gave me those real NOLA vibes. It honestly made me a little nostalgic for home. The food sealed the deal. The fried chicken was crispy and perfectly seasoned, the red beans tasted like they came straight out of a New Orleans kitchen, and the catfish was fried to perfection. And those wings? Some of the best I've had in a long time. Even the drinks were on point. What really made the experience special was the staff. Everyone was genuinely welcoming and hospitable, which is such a big part of New Orleans culture. You can tell they care about the food and the people who walk through the door. If you're looking for real New Orleans flavor and a place that feels like home, this is it. I'll definitely be back! read more

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MGT has become one of my favorite Restaurants! Always great food wen ur craving seafood dishes! Can't believe I hadn't heard about this place before (smh) I wudda been here once a month fs read more

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The food is great, the owner and staff are friendly. The live jazz and art work on the wall are a vibe. I usually come for brunch and have no complaints, however the last time I went for dinner, the service was very slow, and the food wasn't up to the usual standards, so I couldn't give it 5 starts. read more

My second visit, everything was wonderful. My buddy and I got there just as they opened at noon. They were offering a special of three entrees for the price of two. That's what we ordered. I have trouble remembering French names of the foods but I was really impressed with the quality and taste. I'll definitely be coming back read more

Hush puppies and crab cakes were delicious. The greens too salty for my taste, cocktails watery and mac n cheese too peppery. The service was good and one-man-band was entertaining. I would recommend for a nite out with friends. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - one-man-band - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

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Incredible food per usual. The oysters were incredibly flavorful, the jambalaya spring rolls were crispy and tasty. The catfish is always moist and the consistency. This place can do no wrong! Rania was dope and super helpful too. The whole staff is always such a delight to be around. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Jambalaya spring rolls, pop fire shrimp, and grilled oysters are - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

Excellent food, service was great but the star of the day was the shrimp and grits Delicious and tasty Best I've had in years, and ambience was chill highly recommend read more

Food is delicious. Catfish fried or blackened. Mac n cheese, red beans and rice, oysters, appetizers..... enjoyed it all with a cocktail during happy hour ending right before 6.... Then live music. Enjoyed our night. read more

This place was delicious! It was on my list and then a friend suggested it so I took that as a sign to go! I went on a Saturday for brunch and it wasn't super packed! We were seated immediately, and the staff was kind. The ambience is casual, but with the spirit of New Orleans with colorful murals on the walls and decor all around. They also have $10 bottomless mimosas on the weekends! I ordered the short ribs n grits and it was so delicious and flavorful! Definitely would get again. My boyfriend got the chicken and biscuits and he said he didn't like it as much as my short ribs and grits, but it wasn't bad. My other friend got gumbo and he said it was pretty good, but also not as good as the short rib. So that seems to be the winner! We had champagne and added strawberry syrup and also for desserts. We had peach cobbler, eggrolls, and they were good! Definitely pretty sweet but good! I recommend this place and definitely plan to go back read more

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Second time here! This restaurant is amazing. We always get the oysters which are so delicious and saucy! I always get the eggs Benedict and my bf for the shrimp and grits. You can tell their food is made with so much love + flavor and the service is amazing! read more

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Delicious lunch! We even ordered more to take home for dinner. The staff was so attentive and helpful. Shout out to Rania!

We were undecided on what to order, so the sampler "A Taste of New Orleans" seemed like a great way to explore the menu. I started with the Red Beans and Rice, which was flavorful and satisfying. The Jambalaya was decent, though I've had more memorable versions elsewhere. The Gumbo was my least favorite: a bit too watery for my taste, heavy on rice and chicken, and lacking the seafood and okra I usually expect. That said, the portion sizes were small, so it's hard to give a full verdict. The Catfish Bites with Remoulade Sauce were fantastic. The Bread Pudding with Whiskey Lemon Sauce was a standout very happy with this. I l usually have a cup of coffee after meal and wanted Cafe Du Monde or some other Chicory and coffee brand which was not available. I was told that it was not an item that was ordered a lot so not available. I wish they had it as a pour over for single orders like other places. (Some Cuban and Italian restaurants) Service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy, though it got a little loud at times. I'd definitely consider coming back to try a full-size Gumbo, the Charbroiled oysters, and the Crawfish étouffée read more

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Rania was an incredible server!! whenever you come to Mardi Gars Tuesday please ask for Rania! She made sure we had the best of everything. Definitely a 10/10!! read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday's never disappoints! This place is a must if you're craving great food and a fun vibe. Their weekend bottomless mimosas are hands down one of the best deals around--perfectly poured and the ideal way to kick back and relax. The real star for me is the Catfish Orleans --crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection every single time. You can tell the kitchen puts real care into their dishes. The atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. Whether you're there for brunch, lunch, or just to enjoy the mimosas, Mardi Gras Tuesday's delivers every time. Highly recommend! Rhonnie has been my server a few times that I've been here and she never disappoints. read more

Visited for the first time with my boyfriend. Happened to come in during happy hour & that was pleasant. The environment and ambiance was great, with live jazz music playing. I ordered the jumbo shrimp basket and my boyfriend ordered the gumbo. Both were good, came out super fresh and warm and really enjoyed the food we got. Unfortunately, our experience with the service wasn't the greatest. We waited our entire dinner for our appetizer, and frankly, it was distracting to enjoying our dinner, since it felt like we were just waiting the whole time. read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Jumbo shrimp basket! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

The service and the taste of the food. The workers were so helpful and nice. Made me think I was at home with my family table eating.

I wanted to try this place for a while and finally went to their brunch yesterday and they did not disappoint. Brunch is from 11am-2pm on Saturday and Sundays with live jazz music played from 1pm-3pm. I ordered the Bayou Breakfast with chicken tenders, eggs, creole potatoes, and French baguette. My friend ordered the Shrimp Benedict. The best part? We ordered their $10 Bottomless Mimosas poured until 2pm. The food was so good and had that southern flavor and seasoning that I have not had since being in LA. I love it! Also, our waiter Vanessa was so nice and the owner was very warm and accommodating. This restaurant is also Black Owned. I will definitely be adding this to my list of recommendations for my network Access Code: LA read more

Mardi Gras Tuesday "A Taste Of New Orleans" Sherman Oaks - Bayou Breakfast with chicken tenders, eggs, creole potatoes, and French baguette, Shrimp Benedict, & $10 Bottomless Mimosas. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

Love Mardi Gras Tuesdays! I should preface my review by saying that I only leave Yelp reviews if I really loved, or really hated somewhere (be it a restaurant/bar/store/hotel/whatever). Luckily Mardi Gras Tuesdays is somewhere that I love!! Had been wanting to check this place out for a while, and finally had a chance to go about 6 weeks ago, with a couple friends. Having been to New Orleans several times in the last 8 years, I've eaten my way up & down the French Quarter, the Garden District & the Warehouse District, so I had high expectations for Mardi Gras Tuesday. Happy to note that they don't disappoint! From the moment we walked in the manager greeted us warmly, sat us down right away, had waters brought out, and took our drink order. It was late in the evening so they didn't have a bartender to make drinks, but had a good beer selection, including Abita, a local New Orleans fave. We ordered some appetizers, each of us had a main course and several rounds of beer. Overall, the food was excellent, although portion sizes seemed to vary wildly from dish to dish. The "A taste Of New Orleans" was appropriately sized for the price, with a cup of gumbo, cup of jambalaya & a cup of e'touffee.....but the Drunken Shrimp entree seemed small for the price, and the oysters in the oyster appetizer were pretty small. Having said that, the Fried Shrimp Po'Boy was huge, and fantastic with their house sauce drizzled all over. I would highly recomend that Shrimp Po'Boy, as well as the crabcake appetizer, which was phenomenal. Probably the freshest tasting crab cake I've had in a long time, and the manager confirmed that they do make them in-house. The service was excellent, the manager was fantastic, and overall it was a great dining experience. It's a little pricey, sure, but for what you're getting, the freshness of ingredients, and the overall fantastic flavors of all the food, it's well worth it!! Next step is bringing my wife here, so she can have a taste of New Orleans without us having to travel to Louisiana! read more

Omg! The food is soo good so much flavor!! Loved the flight! Gumbo + Red Beans and étouffée Will be back! read more

Very good place very delicious and good service nice people and good energy every its fresh and good thing