Food was excellent and The staff were very nice. Being a Nola native this hidden gem was a great taste of home while traveling in Alabama. read more

The Rougaroux - Surf and turf poboy. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Don't let the modest decor fool you. The real treasure is inside on the plate. DELICIOUSNESS in every bite.

When visiting Birmingham I looked for something different and I stubbled a pond this gem. I ordered the oyster Rockefeller poboy and the viet Cajun shrimp poboy. The place was kinda spooky at night I parked in the back. Walked in and it was a real vibe! Food so good! I will bring the rest of my family next time read more

The Rougaroux - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

So I came across this place on a news feed talking about a second location and I didn't even know there was a first. So a friend from work and I decided to try it for lunch. He's one of those original Louisiana boys who said nothing tastes like home but I dragged him anyway. He had a muffuletta and gumbo and I had the surf and turf. As expected his was good but not the central market, go figure. Mine however was outstanding. Roast beef was perfect and shrimp was amazing. The cornmeal mix batter was so good. I will defiantly be going back. The best thing about it is the old house style with lights, beads, old New Orleans memorabilia and of course plenty of supernatural objects. This would be 4-1/2 stars for a first visit read more

The Rougaroux - Surf and turf! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I had red beans & rice, gumbo, boudin, & collared greens. The food was fantastic!! The ambiance is very New Orleans eclectic. I loved that. Having never been there, my coworkers & I sat down at a table & waited for a server, but you order from the counter/bartender. The bartender let us sit there for a good while, clearly without menus or any clue we were doing it wrong. My coworker finally got up & asked for menus & was told how to order. Once we knew how to order, the service was A+ read more

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Food: Not good. It's a creol kind of Louisiana based menu it looks like but it misses the mark completely. The collard greens were sweet, tough, pork laden and waaayyy too spicy. I think the cook was drunk or something. The potato salad had a vinegar and mayo base with potatoes that were definitely undercooked and too big to bite...Horrible ; The red beans and rice... Just why!??? Horrible! Yikes! The fried eggplant was tasty just not enough. Big No! for this restaurant. Ambiance is kind of hippie Halloween meets Diner. cute outside seating but wear flats or something with a steel toe because pebble rocks is the outside flooring. Service was fine. Not memorable. read more

Found this place on Yelp and decided to try it for the gumbo! The building itself is a bit of an attraction with the theme. It puts you in the mood for true Cajun food. We were there for lunch and had gumbo, shrimp po boy and a burger. Surprisingly the burger was my favorite! The gumbo was very good and full of seafood. The shrimp po boy was good too as the shrimp was well seasoned, fried perfectly and plentiful! read more

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I'm a native of the Gulf Coast with French-Cajun family, and have been consistently disappointed with seafood in Birmingham, and don't even get me started with "Cajun" food. Then I tried Rougaroux. I felt like I was back home! I was very skeptical going in, but left impressed. I haven't tried many dishes because the BBQ shrimp poboy is so good, I don't want anything else! I've never had gumbo served over potato salad except at family gatherings- they get it! The gumbo is good but not my family recipe, so I can say it's very good. I like it, but I only LOVE one gumbo recipe and the family isn't giving it up. Theirs is the next best thing. Throw in a few sea gulls and I'd swear I was back home. read more

The Rougaroux - Rocking out at Rougaroux - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Had lunch with a few friends here today. Service was quick and great! I had the blackened catfish sandwich (pictured) and it was phenomenal! I love their remoulade sauce. We also had the boudin links (amazing!), a shrimp po boy, and the gumbo (very flavorful!). It is pretty pricey... $90.00 for 4 people at lunch and none of the sandwiches or gumbo came with a side. But definitely good food! read more

The Rougaroux - Blackened catfish sandwich - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Ate here on a Saturday for lunch. I had a cup of shrimp gumbo and fried oysters. The gumbo is spectacular and authentic. Some of the best I've eaten. The fried oysters were fried to delicate perfection. I can live without the seasoned fries. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The restaurant is clean and a fun vibe. read more

Amazing po boy in a neighborhood. The roast beef or oyster po boy is awesome. The red beans and rice and gumbo are amazing as well. Cards only, no cash. read more

The Rougaroux - Kind of a horror theme in this restaurant. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I liked this place since it opened. The funky vibe complete with a Mardi Gras-beaded Rougaroux at the front door, hugely stuffed poboys with fresh shrimp, oysters and boudin that's always a treat. Today's lunch was hot cup of gumbo loaded with shrimp and Buffalo chicken boudin. They're always experimenting with the boudin so try something new. read more

The Rougaroux - Gumbo and boudin - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

This place is super casual. Keep an open mind on decor. It's filled with stuff that represents the Nola culture and little of everything in between. You order at the bar and food is served on disposables. I ordered the fried oyster po boy. The oysters were fries perfectly. The sauce was good, didn't like the pickle. I also enjoyed the fries green tomatoes - simple. Cornmeal breading and thin sliced tomatoes - I'll probably pass on these next time. Condiments of every kind are on a table in the corner - really convenient. Overall I really enjoyed it. read more

Great little hideaway in downtown Birmingham. Red beans are fabulous. Poor boys are bursting with seafood definitely overstuffed. Great service and cold beer. You feel like you are in Nola. I highly recommend this place read more

The vibe was very cool and we loved the aesthetic. The food was 10/10. We loved every bite. read more

As someone born in Louisiana and raised by two Cajun parents, this place makes me so happy. I ordered the red beans and rice and blackened shrimp. All and all the price was a bit higher than expected but we'll worth it! The bartender was friendly and the atmosphere was full of cool art and saints gear which was highly app read more

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Really enjoyed it great food awesome service bartender was the Bomb great atmosphere!

Service is always friendly, and the food is always delicious! I recommend this place all the time and every person who eats here tells me how much they enjoyed it. The fried shrimp and oysters are perfectly breaded, the fries are crispy and spicy, and the gumbo is chock full of goodies. 10/10 read more

This place is Poboys done right! They have a vest array of Po boys and no matter what you get this restaurant is a little piece of New Orleans in the heart of Birmingham! read more

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Oh my goodness, how have I not tried this place two years ago when I had arrived in Bham. What a gem. Lovely spot with the NOLA vibe and delicious cajun eats! Dog-friendly too! Thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, vibe, and chow. Ordered the gumbo, fried shrimp po'boy and vietnamese cajun noodles. Gumbo = nom nom nom, delicious Fried shrimp po'boy = dank, fat, and crispy fried shrimp on a delicious loaf and bomb sauce. Quite satisfying Viet Cajun noodles = wow, highlight of my night. All that seafood and garlic-flavored. Quite lovely, definitely worth getting again. 4 thumbs up from my gf and I who left quite full and with leftovers. Will be back soon! read more

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This place is delicious and wasn't very crowded for a Friday afternoon. Everything is made to order and the service is quick. read more

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Authentic New Orleans taste! Friendly and welcoming staff. Delish Cajun style food. A must for anyone in the area looking for authentic canjun food. read more

The Rougaroux - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Very good poboys and muffalettas. Staff is friendly. Good selection of draft beer and a couple of IPAs. Dog-friendly inside and out. Nawlins style kitsch in and outside, very funky. read more

The atmosphere of this place is pretty cool. It has that kinda creepy vibe that is both fitting and appropriate for a restaurant that serves the food of an area known for cemeteries, voodoo, funeral parades, etc. The menu is limited with a focus on po' boys, but that is not necessarily a bad thing. I was intrigued by their gumbo, but I opted for their surf and turf po' boy, a po' boy that's half roast beef and half fried shrimp. For twelve dollars I would have expected more in both quality and quantity. The roast beef came with provolone and for a hot sandwich, you would think the provolone would have been at least partially melted. The roast beef was just not good. I cannot pinpoint a distinct reason for it, it was just not good. The shrimp side of the po' boy was infinitely better, but that was not hard to do. I wouldn't say that it was great, but it was good. The ordering process is that you order at the bar and are given a number. You find a seat and your food is brought to you. A final comment and perhaps it is just a pet peeve of mine. They upcharge for certain condiments. When I placed my order at the bar, I was asked if I wanted either remoulade or tartar sauce. I asked for the remoulade and discovered when looking at my receipt that they charged fifty cents for the remoulade. I have no problem with paying extra for additional items, but to charge fifty cents for something that literally cost pennies is in my opinion, poor taste. As stated, this place has a great vibe, unfortunately nothing else was worth it. read more

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Food is awesome. Their accessibility should not be tolerated. As a business post ADA laws I am shocked they exist.. Completely wheelchair inaccesable. AS a person with MS walking problems I can only go with assistance, read more

The food is good, not fabulous, but good. The staff was very friendly and polite. I enjoyed the atmosphere, the ambiance is interesting. However, with the cost of the food I expected table service. Also they appear to be very concerned about the environmental impact of the restaurant.... Stop using disposable plates and styrofoam cups... try washing dishes. Far more environmentally conscious. read more

Live music on a Friday was just what I needed after work. Was ready for the great drinks was not expecting the great food. It gives me the feeling of sitting out on someone's porch somewhere. Calm relaxing and great taste. They were fast and it was so good I ordered more. read more

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This is as Cajun/New Orleans one can find in Birmingham! Glad this joint is close to my work and my home! It has super cool decor and remains me of the places I have encountered in Louisiana. They have specials of the day which change for lunch and dinner! There po'boy sandwich menu is on point! All the ones I have had are fabulous and ask them when you order sometimes they can do special requests off menu. The burgers of the day have been on point! They also have a great happy hour, pbr for 2.50 and coors for $3.00! Sometimes Dixie is available. They do have a good collection of can beer options and locals as well. Along with there version of the hand grenade for those of you whom need a fix. Parking can be a challenge or tight at times but it is not there fault. read more

Every time I visit B'ham I have a hard time deciding where to eat because there are so many good places! Since good cajun/creole places are lacking where I live, I thought I'd give this place a try. I ordered a cup of gumbo and the viet cajun poboy. The gumbo was some of the best I've ever had--perfect thickness and flavor. The poboy was pretty darn great as well. I'm not sure where they get the bread, but it's the stuff at all poboys should be made of. Excellent balance of chewy and crusty. I love viet-cajun crawfish, so I was thrilled to see it as a poboy option. It could have used a little more garlic and lemongrass seasoning to give it a stronger viet-cajun flavor profile, but I still enjoyed it. With a 20% tip my meal came to just under $30, so it's a pricier lunch but worth it. read more

The Rougaroux - Cup of gumbo and viet cajun poboy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Service was ok very pleasant!!! But the food totally different story. I ordered the surf and turf po boy it was soggy to wet to eat or pick up, my son had the SMOKIN chicken and bacon said it was good (he took the jalapeños off) then we got the greens(1), got the potato salad(1), got the brussel sprouts(-0), got the red beans and rice(1), and got the fries(3). So the food was awful but the atmosphere was ok. Sit back watch the game have a drink but no food!!!! read more

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In the past I was not a fan of Rougaroux. I wanted to try it again. I got the daily special of a Pork Chop Sandwich. It was great. The fries served were seasoned fries and excellent. My wife got a sandwich with lots of meats and cheeses. Also extremely good. My son got a poor boy. The Rice and beans were a highlight. This is a good locally owned restaurant. They do nice meals. I will go again. read more

So before I get deep into my review let me give you the backstory on how I came across this Hidden Gem. Back in March for my birthday weekend my gf told me get dress and don't ask any questions dammit! Lol we arrived to Rougar at first I was like where the hell am I?! We walked up and we were greeted by "Rougarroux" a taste of Louisiana right in Alabama. We sat down at the bar and was greeted by Molly who is totally wicked dude with an awesome vibe and personality to match. We let her know this was our first time and we were excited to try it out. She made sure we were well taken care of. Let me know some of her personal favs, specials at the moment and even about the small batch hot sauce cart. We started off with two boudins which one is big enough to share! And the Gumbo which was great and didn't lack any flavor at all. I love hot sauce so I added a dash for an extra kick! Waiting on our surf and turf Po'boy, I had a watermelon Jolly Rancher frozen alcoholic drink and it taste just like a watermelon Jolly Rancher. (The stick Jolly Rancher, not the hard candy) lol. After that our Po'boy came out and the gulf shrimp omg so fresh and flavorful. The whole thing was great, but the BREAD they use. State of the art it's sooooo soft and just melts in your mouth every bite. Some of the best bread I ever had in my life. The service is wonderful very efficient, the staff is wonderful. Everyone is so pleasant and checks on you throughout your experience to make sure you don't need anything! This place is a vibe to say the least. Makes you feel very welcomed. I have been here three times now since my birthday and the other two times was yesterday and today lol. Yesterday we tried the salty dog frozen alcoholic drink which is grapefruit forward and I'm not a big fan of grapefruit, but Molly suggested it and I trust her judgement and I enjoyed it. We had the smoked springer mountain chicken & bacon Po'boy and the Viet Cajun! Woooooooo the candied jalepenos on the smoked chicken omg! With white cheddar pimento cheese voodoo bbq sauce whoever came up with that one has wonderful taste buds. Now let me get to the viet Cajun with the fresh ginger, lemongrass, pickled veggies, caramelized onions and so on was the perfect palette cleanser!! It was so fresh, I highly recommend it. Today we decided to try the blackened catfish and the oyster Rockefeller. Out of the two I enjoyed the blackened catfish more! The oyster Rockefeller wasn't bad at all I just felt like it was missing something I couldn't put my finger on. All in all I highly recommend trying this place out Mon-Saturday for a good vibe and wonderful food and awesome service. Also dogs are allowed which is a plus on beautiful days you want to bring the pup along on a food adventure. My ratings so far of the po'boys I have tried are 1. Viet Cajun, blackened cat fish, surf and turf, Buffalo fried oyster, Oyster Rockefeller. Last but not least the white chocolate bread pudding w/ pecan praline rum sauce! It comes out nice and hot. It's not overly sweet in my opinion it's just right the rum sauce with the pecans just top everything off!! I've had quite a few "bread puddings.", but this is a legit bread pudding. Must try! read more

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We were in Birmingham today for some appointments and was having a late lunch. Saw the great reviews for the Rougaroux and decided to try it. My husband and I both had gumbo, and it was really good. Usually I don't order gumbo at most restaurants but the reviews made me confident it would be good, and I was not let down. We also got bread pudding, which I usually do not like at all. I figured I would eat a bite or two and not want any more. I was WRONG. The bread pudding was soo good, I ate half of it and he ate the rest. So glad we gave Rougaroux a chance. It is definitely unique with its decorations and quaint being in an old house, which is easy to pass by/see, but other reviewers pointed that out so we were on the lookout. But give this place a chance for some great Cajun food!!! read more

Wow what a great find that not too many know about. A friend led me to find this delicious Louisiana/Cajun joint. The atmosphere is full of "spooky" items and Louisiana references which was an awesome touch. The food: I ordered the Surf N Turf Po-boy which is half roast beef debris and half fried shrimp. This sandwich was big and the taste packed a punch too. The fried shrimp were perfect and even better when dipped in the remoulade. The roast beef debris was somehow better. Overall the sandwich was everything it should be and was bigger than I expected. The dessert: I was also able to try the bread pudding which was the best bread pudding I've had the pleasure of having. The pecans, caramel/rum sauce, and the pudding melded in a fantastic way. Overall, I was impressed with this small cajun joint, and plan on coming back to grab another po-boy/ bread pudding read more

The Rougaroux - Bread pudding - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I really don't know how I haven't stumbled across this place in new food journeys across B'ham. This place is 100% legit and is going to become a new regular stopping off point! Arrived at about 11:00 and first thing you notice is the Cajun décor that this place is totally decked out in. Truly legit feel from the moment you step inside. We were the first ones for what would turn out to be a pretty large lunch crowd that steadily flowed through the doors for take out orders. Where to begin, the menu isn't ridiculous, there aren't 10 pages of selections to choose between. They have a great variety of sandwiches and po boys to compliment a few entrees and some specials that are listed on the board. Hard to not jump all over the smoked pork boudin balls .... 5 out of 5, especially when you dip them in the sauce they are served with. I had the muffuletta, which was spot on. Can be ordered as a 1/4 - 1/2 - or full size sandwich. Served warm and toppings are plentiful and on point. My friend had the fried shrimp po boy .... that's where it was at, If I could go higher than 5 stars I would. Some of the best shrimp either of us have ever had. Need to come back soon and try other menu items including the burger. Staff were friendly and helpful and exceptionally personable. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. read more

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Love, Love, Love. The Roug is a slice of The Big Easy in the heart of Birmingham. The converted home is an eccentric collection of memorabilia that pays homage to south Louisiana. I felt like I had been teleported to a secret corner of New Orleans. The Rougaroux offers traditional poboys, but what I really appreciate are their specialty combinations. They have created some bold poboys that they pull off with great confidence. Tonight I had the Rouxbon poboy which is their take on a Reuben sandwich. It was a chalkboard special, and not on the regular menu. The classic ingredients (Corn Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing) are constructed on base of Leiidenheimer's French bread. This bread is imported from New Orleans, and it is amazing. The Rouxbon was epic. In New Orleans, enjoying a frozen daiquiri is almost as natural as stopping for a cup of coffee. The Roug offers several options, and I tried the Dark and Stormy. It was good and strong, and having a daiquiri in a styrofoam cup just felt right. One available option is Grapico and Vodka, and that must be an original. I like Grapico so I'll give it a shot next time. read more

The Rougaroux - Characters our back - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Such a great vibe at this place!! Went on a Friday night with 4 girlfriends in town for the wkend. I've always gotten the bon secour oyster po' boy and decided on the fried shrimp basket this visit. Everyone did the same except for one fried catfish basket. Food was VERY yummy and plentiful and fries were delicious, as always. All food was hot when it arrived at the table and all 5 orders came out at the same time. Bonus points! Fyi...bar/beverage orders should be done at the side window of the bar, food is ordered at the bar. It really slows the food line down if you do all your ordering at the bar. My apologies to the folks behind us in line! read more

What a hidden gem! Atmosphere is so fun. It's self service and would prefer a waitstaff but that definitely won't keep me away. The Po Boys are incredible. Even if the ingredients sound strange, try it. The flavor combinations are delicious and meld together in an unimaginable way. This is a great place to go with friends and family. read more

Wow, my wife & I accidentally ended up at this pace because she had it bookmarked for our AL trips. We come here every year for Barber and like to stay somewhere around Birmingham. We ended up picking an Airbnb 3 mins away so our GPS took us here. We weren't mad though. The food was delicious & the drink even better. The prices were a little high for the quantity but the quality was good. I started with a mufletta because the cashier said it was a big one. I ended up going back to order the Boudin. Both were very good. That Apple Pie Slushie is pretty good too but it was a steep $16 for 24 oz. overall though, it was very good and I love the monster vibe. We will definitely be back! read more

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Not residing in this area, some co-workers suggested Rougaroux as a hidden favorite. Being pescatarian, I went along and was surprised only by how wonderful the food is here. The charm of this literal hole in the wall establishment as immediate and only superceded by those who served us. Our meals were truly remarkable, with one of our Louisiana raised associates claiming the Bread Pudding was spot on and genuine to their New Orleans roots. A special call out to Miller at the front counter who ensured that we had all the trimmings needed for a wonderful meal. We WILL be back! Thanks again Team Rougaroux!! Job well done! read more