Decided to stop here on our way to Vail. Cute small place with good food. - Alligator was tasty - Shrimp po boy & catfish po boy was good from what the fam said - Trio sampler was pretty good. Got the gumbo, crawfish etouffee & jumbalaya. Etouffee could have had more flavor but everything else was good. Cool friendly spot. read more

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Absolutely some of the best Creole food I've ever had anywhere. Henry's recipes are second to none and you can tell he puts a great deal of work and love into his recipes. The service is also fantastic, our server was attentive, kind, and sweet. The vibe of the entire place is low key in a fun way and very comforting. I also super appreciated Henry swinging by to speak to us right before the evening picked up. Thank you all for being so kind and understanding. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Denver. :) read more

Very small and quaint. Ambiance made you feel at home. The food was wonderful and the service was fantastic. Very friendly atmosphere. Very enjoyable dining experience. read more

Dive bar with so so food. Limited menu, small staff. Rather sell drinks than food. Owner was less than personable.

The wife and I moved to Denver in May 2022 from New Orleans. Denver has several restaurants that claim to be "authentic", but NOLA VooDoo Tavern is the real deal. Brought some family members, including my mother-in-law and sister-in-law, who both know their way around a set of pots n pans. Not sure why I did without going first, as I was setting myself up for some sour faces. But NOLA VooDoo was the real deal. The owner (Henry) is a NOLA transplant who does it the right way. The red beans were creamy n well seasoned. The mother-in-law wanted a catfish poboy, but the concern when outside of Louisiana is "what is that bread gonna be like?" Well, the young man who waited on us brought out a sample of the bread for her approval. She got the catfish "fried hard" (if ya know, ya know), and it was on point. He is located in the historic Five Points area and also maintains a full bar. Good people who were regulars were sitting around cracking on each other. Just like home. I'll be bringing any and all visitors to the city to see my man Henry in the future. read more

We really enjoyed our first visit. I got the sampler, and everything was amazing. The drinks were good too, and the ambiance was casual and fun. read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Sampler - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Very good food. Just like his grandma cooked in NOLA. Plus Henry and staff so nice. To me it's the best place in Denver for good 'ol Nawlins gumbo and red beans n rice and everything from there. Don't miss it! Spent many years in New Orleans and this is the real deal y'all. And they will make you a delicious BLACKENED Shrimp Po boy. It's soooo good read more

Great place food amazing was in town for game and ate here after great place the drinks were amazing parking was close it was a fun time staff was great too read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Fried Catfish with Crawfish Etouffee - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Authentic and delicious Nola food. Fun atmosphere for sports Slow service but staff is okay Owner not particularly welcoming Crowded read more

My favorite Cajun food in town. Perfect bar vibe as well and you won't find a nicer owner than Henry. I can't recommend Nola enough.

On Saturday night this was a cozy and laid back spot. No groups were here, just one or two other individuals. The decorations and ambiance set this place apart for me compared to other restaurants in this city that serve similar food. Also the staff especially Josh were very nice and attentive. Of the foods I tried I do recommend the fried chicken gizzards. These were really good, an herby batter, while the meat was just right for a gizzard not overcooked. I think the hush puppies could have used more spices. I've been to NOLA several times but am not an expert on how to prepare the foods; I'd say the etouffee could have more flavor as well. To be clear nothing I've had outside of NOLA was ever the exact match. This is the place to go to enjoy all the classic dishes while in Denver. I would go here again and would like to try the red beans and rice. read more

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Don't let the location fool you, this place gives you warm and welcoming feeling as soon as you step through the door. The staff is super friendly and you can tell customer service is an important value. Henry, the owner, is personable and you can tell this restaurant holds a special place in his heart. As for the food, it is beyond yummy. I got the Chicken and Sausage gumbo. While I would've like a bit more spice, the hot sauce they provide on the side added the kick and hint of salt I was looking for. Definitely recommend! *Black Owned Business* read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We ordered through Uber eats last night and let me tell you... we got the NOLA Sampler and that was delicious. I love to sample food. The red beans and rice was sooo tasty and soo good. Catfish Dinner. I air-fried it because it was cold from the delivery but AMAZING!! The jambalaya was soo good too!! I will be coming again. I would love to come in person soon ! Thanks for the delicious food! read more

I love this restaurant -- the service, the ambiance, the food are all outstanding. I visited New Orleans for the first time, earlier this year, and had no better a dining experience there than I have enjoyed at NOLA. Top of the class! read more

I'm from the New Orleans area and when I need a fix and am feeling a lazy, Nola Voodoo Tavern does the job for me. I used to love Nola Jane a little more downtown, but lately has gone down hill since the last couple of times I've been I've had over salted collard greens and over salted roast beef poboys. For the record, I'm from the New Orleans area and I don't say something is overacted unless there's an exceptional amount of salt on it. Like, way way too much. Nola voodoo tavern is consistent option when I'm looking for Louisiana food. Reminds me of thebhomemade creole/cajun dishes I make in my own kitchen. They do a great job of making everything just right here. I need to come more often and try more than the few items I've had to be honest. The shrimp Poboy is fire. Red bean, etouffee and gumbo all very good. read more

A little sketchy on the outside but an authentic New Orleans experience inside and on the menu ( or at least the most authentic you get in Denver). Food was delicious!! It took a while to get to us, but I have a suspicion it's because it was made from scratch. Well worth the visit. read more

NOLA in CO! Having spent a good portion of my life in The South, I love and seek out the cuisine whenever I can. I also find it important to support Black-owned businesses. I highly recommend, "NOLA Voodoo Tavern" located in the Whittier District, owned by restauranteur Henry Batiste -- who opened his his first eatery in New Orleans in 1985. It doesn't get any more authentic than this! I thoroughly enjoyed one of their signature favorites, the Fried Catfish with Crawfish étouffée -- wow -- I was definitely transported back to New Orleans -- perfect batter, seasonings and fresh ingredients. I of course paired it with another NOLA tradition, Abita beer, and they had "Purple Haze" on tap! Complementing the authentic experience is the cajun decor; you'll definitely feel like it's Mardi Gras year-round! Laissez le bon temps rouler! read more

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I'm originally from Louisiana, a Cajun, and accidentally found this place around the time of COVID. I totally feel at home here and have met some great and loyal people at this place. Henry is a killer person and his staff is awesome! This is real Louisiana food and atmosphere. You have to try it! It's my escape from living downtown and have truly met some new friends here. You need to try this place out! read more

I see all of the glowing reviews, I really do! But my experience just wasn't the same. Born and raised in the South, maybe I just have a different story to tell? First off, the delivery went great. The driver was actually here early! That was great and called for a great tip. Now, for the food. The thing that I'm most disappointed about was the price versus portion of what I received. They gave me 5 Hush Puppies, and they cost almost $6 for the order! So that was over $1 per Hush Puppy. Not worth it. And they aren't the slightly sweetened kind, if you're wondering. And, no, they don't come with any kind of sweetened/honey butter, either. Quite a letdown. Then, the Chicken Gizzards. They were ok, but waaaay too salty, and a little over chewy. The cake I received looks good, but I haven't tried it yet. (And I have no idea what it is.) Mystery Cake of the Day, I guess. The Fried Catfish Po Boy is delicious, but definitely doesn't warrant paying $14. It only comes with a very small side of [slightly sweetened] cole slaw. This place is extremely overpriced, in my opinion. That's not the spirit of New Orleans (the gentrified version, maybe). What I received was not quite worth the value of what I paid. I'm sure the service and everything is great here, but this delivery experience leaves me with no desire to ever dine in. read more

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Soooooooooooooo good! Best red beans and rice outside of NOLA! Delicious drinks, outstanding dessert, super friendly staff.

The best place in Denver to eat, drink, and to be around a myriad of people. Get here. Say hey to Henry. Eat some real ass food. Make a new friend. read more

There is a small shopping district at Bruce Randolph Avenue and York Street. This hole-in-the-wall New Orleans bar is unexpectedly tucked into one of the small rows of storefronts, next to a barber shop and a liquor store. Not what one might expect to find in the Cole neighborhood. The menu looked promising with a number of Cajun/Creole favorites. We started with hush puppies. These were fantastic, hot and crispy with a good texture and a bit of spice. We received a basket with half a dozen pieces and a ramekin of dipping sauce. We then both tried the NOLA Sampler Trio which contained a cup of gumbo, a cup of red beans and rice, and a cup of crawfish etouffee. Something seemed off when the platter arrived as, without picking through the individual ingredients, all three dishes looked identical. All three dishes were also way under seasoned. The ingredients were good, but nothing had the depth of flavor that comes from simmering for a long time. The red beans and rice was the best item, but Popeyes, the fast food place, makes a nicer version. The gumbo was very bland. The etouffee was awful. It was pretty much tasteless rice in the same base as the gumbo with four of the tiniest crawfish I have ever seen and a few crawfish bits. The crawfish had the only flavor in the dish. I have no idea what happened to the onion, garlic, or tomato sauce, but they were not there. The place was deserted when we came by for lunch at 11:40. A couple of customers came by for takeout while we were eating. The bartender served us. He was pleasant and efficient. The décor is New Orleans dive bar. There are lots of televisions. We were hoping for great Cajun/Creole home cooking, but we left disappointed. There are lots of pictures of the dishes in the Sampler Trio on this site. The dishes from a year or two ago look much more appealing than the food that we received today. Too bad that the kitchen has gone downhill. read more

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Way too dam expensive!!! Tastes great but all u get is a sandwich with no fries. I always ask for a side of etouffee. 2 po boys and 2 sides almost $60. Hungry as shit 2 hours later. First ever review I've left!! read more

Went to the restaurant this afternoon and ordered the fried shrimp plate. My daughter and I both had one. Oh boy! I sampled the fries first, they were just right! Along with the hush puppies, there were these delicious shrimp and coleslaw. I can't tell you how good everything was! So I took a picture for you. If they had served it in a plate, I think I would have licked the plate clean!!! Will surely bring my family over for some absolutely delicious shrimp and seafood. Thanks guys! Fantastic job. Beard Family read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - The balance of my shrimp plate!!! - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The food was great, we ordered multiple rounds of drinks and food, but couldn't help but feel rushed when the Tulimore Dew reps came in wanting more space. It did take forever to get drinks and food, but it was Mardi Gras. Acceptable. read more

I have eaten at Voodoo Lounge twice now, and the food doesn't disappoint. So far I've tried the gumbo, jambalaya, and the catfish, oyster, and shrimp platter. The flavor and ambiance are authentic, and I really wouldn't know where else I could get that kind of food around here. So whenever I get a craving for New Orleans food, Voodoo Lounge is where I'll go. It's pretty easy to tell it's going to be good, when you meet people from New Orleans there. They're there to get their fix, and keep returning, so it must pass even their standards. read more

This is the best Cajun in Denver, no question. I grew up in Baton Rouge and good Cajun food is hard to come by, especially in Denver. The food here is authentic and always delicious. The trio (gumbo, étouffée, and red beans and rice) is a must, and the muffuletta is UNREAL read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Trio and Bloody Mary - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Step inside & you're NOLA! Only thing missing was Saints football & beignets. Shrimp poboy with crunchy French bread was perfect. Also tried the sampler triple which gives you a bit of everything. Will definitely return! read more

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Best New Orleans style food in Denver! I'm from Kenner and this brings me back home every week! You have to eat here to believe it. Ask for Krissy! Best bartender in town! read more

Probably not a true five, but for anyone who rates it below a four I wanted to tick the average up. Looks like a dive bar from the outside, but the interior (including the restroom) is clean and neat. The drinks are well made, the beer is cold, with a nice selection, and the New Orleans cuisine is legit. The Po Boy* and Muffaletta sandwiches were excellent, if not totally the same (and none anywhere are going to be as good without Leidenheimer bread). Fried okra crispy, not greasy with a good dipping sauce. Red beans and rice also very good. Can't wait to get back and try more things on the menu. *come on offer the "Peacemaker" a combo shrimp & oyster. How tough is that? read more

Amazing food it's all good! I could eat here everyday!! Really liked the red beans and rice! Also the andouille sausage! The crawfish etouffee woooo!! read more

This place was EXCELLENT!! We were in Denver for my birthday weekend. I read the reviews of this restaurant and found out that it was black owned, so we had to visit. The food was exquisite. If you want authentic New Orleans style food, then you must visit NOLA voodoo tavern. The owner Mr. Henry was so nice and it was so excellent inside. The staff was fast friendly and a joy to be around. Again let's talk about the food it was so good. The jambalaya was amazing, the catfish was fried to perfection, the drinks were heavenly and the atmosphere was wonderful. read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Hurricane - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I went here for the first time on February 22. I had some wings and a bowl of gumbo. The wings were very tasty and the gumbo was good for a restaurant in my opinion. Gumbo is a family tradition recipe in my family so I am VERY critical when it comes to my gumbo lol! The atmosphere does make you feel like you are sitting in a diner in the French Quarters with the Mardi Gras decoration. Our server Chris was AWESOME! I really appreciated his attentiveness. I wasn't able to capture pictures this time because my son was sleep in my arms. Overall I enjoyed this restaurant. #AskShaneequa read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Birthday dinner for Joel - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Strong 4.5 for NOLA. Owner I've heard is from New Orleans, and the food shows it. If you want authentic Nawlins food in Denver, this is the spot. My daughter and I came for a mid afternoon lunch on the weekend. After lunch rush, server was attentive and timely. We started with the fried green tomatoes - a classic comfort food appetizer. Breading, tomatoes, flavoring, sauce were all on point and made New Orleans proud. I had a generous bowl of red beans and rice for my main, daughter had Cajun fries w/ red beans and rice, and got a 16 Oz red beans and rice to go (for meals during the week at college). Red beans and rice was solid - the beauty of Cajun and Creole food is the depth of flavor, and NOLA gets this dish right. The only hiccup during the meal was the side of hush puppies. The breading was proper thickness and flavorful. The taste of the puppies was good, but the texture was surprisingly soggy to a noticeable extent. When you take a bite of half of a puppie, you see the inside of the remaining half. You should see an airy yellow bread middle. Ours was not airy, and you could feel it in the texture when eating. But as I said, the flavor was good. No issues with the flavor at all. Which is the reason for a strong 4.5 overall rating. Next time will be a po boy, or maybe the Trio Sampler. NOLA is a very satisfying restaurant with authentic New Orleans food. Will definitely be back. read more

My favorite place in Denver!!!! The food is always wonderful, the owner is really nice- great bartenders and servers. As a huge NOLA fan this place is as good as it gets I dream about their shrimp Poboy on a regular basis it's that good. read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - two drinks on the bar - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great NOLA food! So nice to have here in Colorado. Everything was delicous, gumbo, po boy, everything. Stopped in for lunch with some collegues as we just moved our office into the area and so lucky this gem is in walking distance! Service was great. Definalty cant wait to come back and keep checking the things off the menu! read more

This is the spot. Food, service, and vibe are all great! Jambalaya, gumbo, drinks, and service. Can't say enough positive about this spot. Ask for Diego! read more

I had the muffuletta and it was delicious! I upgraded to hush puppies which were excellent as well. I look forward to trying the dirty rice next time! The staff was very friendly and welcoming. read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Original New Orleans Muffaletta and Hush Puppies - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Omgggggg it's delicious!! The only problem was how small it is inside they deserve a new and bigger location!! The jambalaya was good!! The red beans and rice was was and full of flavor, fried green tomatoes were good, catfish was amazing!! I recommend the trio!! read more

What a great spot! We live in the neighborhood and are so happy we found this gem! If you like authentic New Orleans cuisine, this is where you need to be. The owner is a sweetheart and is always around to see how you're doing. The bartenders are attentive and the food is top notch Cajun. Dive bar feel! Check it out. read more

Nola Voodoo Tavern - Cafes Near Me - Denver, Colorado