Places like this are super cool! Its pretty much the only bar in town. Its smokey its dank and…read morefilled with nothing but locals. My wife and I stopped by on a Saturday night and it just happened to be Karaoke night! I immediately signed up to do "Good Ole Boys Like Me" by Don Williams. Which I then nailed! I ordered shots and they were sorta more like half shots. That's the only thing keep this place from being five stars. It might have something to with the fact that they were in a dry county I dunno. If you wanna experience the local aesthetic of Jasper this is the place to do it. If you driving through stop and prepare yourself for some local culture.

What a gem this place is! When you get outside of Beaumont the bars and places to go out are…read morereally few and far between. If I lived in the area I would likely be calling the Happy Cajun my second home. The bar is full of locals. It was a Saturday night when we stopped in and every Saturday is karaoke night. Steve H and I quickly made friends with the guy running the karaoke - he was awesome and did a great job! I drank some gin and tonics and had a couple of shots and enjoyed the atmosphere. The shots were a little small, so not sure what was up with that. I assumed it had something to do with the dry county and how you have to have a membership to drink. This is the kind of place where people are friendly and everyone is welcome it seemed. I saw all walks of life in the bar, which is always a good thing. The bartenders were great! There were pool tables and people having a great time all around. I could tell the people singing karaoke get lots of practice and likely sing the same songs over and over, but that is another reason why this bar was so awesome. It almost felt like going back in time a bit here too. The bar is a little divey and kind of a whole in the wall place, but this all adds to the persona of the bar. If you are camping down the road at Martin Dies State Park or just need a place to get away, have a couple of drinks and meet some nice people then stop in at the Happy Cajun because this place was bad-ass and a diamond in the rough!

Went to Jim Ann's a couple weeks ago for the first time ever and I had a blast! Saw a lot of…read morefriends there, danced the night away. The service was great. The beer was cold. Went there with some of my girlfriends and I felt like it was a safe place to go and it's very well managed. They also had a really good band there.

Nice bar but the 2nd time I went in with my 13 pound 13 year old Esa dog and one of the bar maids…read moretold me that the owner wanted us out of there. My dog had here Esa harness on and was in my arms. She told me that people were scared of her. I told them that's definitely discrimination. The regulars were coming up to pet her and even showed me pics of they're dogs. I got a good lawyer.

Our band played at this venue. It was fantastic!!! Big dance floor!! Great people! Great drinks!!read more

I get service here that I wish I could get at other places. The best wait staff around and live…read morebands on Friday night's. Plenty of pool tables(12) and kaoroke Thursday and Saturday night's.

Came from out of town for a family event and decided to stop by because it was suggested by a…read morelocal. We stayed for one drink. SO smokey, boring atmosphere. Nice bartenders though.

Great place to spend time with friends and shot pool with friends too & make new friends alsoread more

A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I came here because it was the only place that looked open after…read more10pm in the area we were staying. Lucky for us, it was a lot of fun! Surprising, considering it was part of a little strip mall, but everything in Texas is part of a strip mall . . . or it's a chain fast food restaurant haha. But, it was great. We came on open mic night, and each got a beer on tap, and it turned out they were only $2 a piece. Call me a New Yorker, but holy shit, that's cheap! Awesome. And they had a pool table (or two?) and a shuffleboard!!!!! The shuffleboard was free to play, too. So great. It was really nice, and the bartender was really sweet too. I don't exactly know what this place is like (or . . . is) on weekends, but our mid-week visit was delightful!

Nice bar with great customer service, good music, and a fun pool tables. Just watch out--some…read morepeople might try to steal your glasses(my meta glasses a medical device for me) & dance right in front of you to distract you. This is not ok. Plus She grab the pool stick out my hand and went for the break, but didn't break anything except our patience.... Overall, an awesome spot to hang out.

I don't smoke and this place was full of smokers. It was fairly crowded and might be fun for…read moreelectronic darts or pool, but... the air was difficult for me.

honestly I wish I had more good things to say about this club, the girls for the most part are…read morefairly decent my favorites would have to be Sam, candy, Lilith, and Luna even tho here lately I have only mainly seen sam and maybe Luna I'm missing my favorite girls who actually show genuineness and are way polite and great at conversations, my issue is with the blonde bartender who always has an attitude, and some of the waitressing staff doesn't seem to want to ever do their jobs and just sit on their phones or lolligag if a dancer is trying to get their attention to get drinks and will roll their eyes when they finally do notice. I also have a problem with anthony he's either the manager or owner I believe but I've seen him belligerently drunk and the way ive sat at the bar and heard him rumor about his employees is disgusting you can definitely tell this place is built on favoritism, and not just talk about the employees or even customers sometimes the way he talks to the employees directly is so uncalled for. it seems like the only professional people in this establishment are the dancers and the bouncers. Drink prices, amazing, dances are amazing. I personally prefer a VIP dance more one on one time with the dancer and you can even ask them to sit and chat instead of the dance. I like to talk so it makes it nice especially with a beautiful young women.

Best entertainment in the town! Wonderful atmosphere! Good drink prices! Very pretty ladies!read more

I finally made it out to Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar and honestly, it exceeded every expectation I had…read more This isn't just another local restaurant -- it's the kind of place that makes you genuinely look forward to going out to eat. Right from the start, the atmosphere hit the perfect balance: lively and inviting but not overwhelming. Whether you're heading there for a casual dinner, drinks with friends, or a date night, it feels comfortable and relaxed without ever feeling generic. The décor and layout are thoughtful -- not flashy, but definitely memorable. The menu? Outstanding. Every dish I tried was clearly prepared with real skill, not just thrown together. The flavors were bold without being heavy, fresh without being confusing, and absolutely balanced. I started with an appetizer that was creative and flavorful, and each course that followed kept building on that good first impression. Portions were generous, too -- plenty of food without feeling like you're overstuffed. What really sold me was how every plate tasted intentional. You can tell the kitchen cares about the details -- the way flavors layered, the way textures played off each other, and even how each dish looked when it was served. That kind of consistency is rare, even at places that think they're fine dining. Service was equally impressive. Our server wasn't just friendly, they were attentive without hovering, knew the menu well, and offered recommendations that genuinely improved our meal. It's always nice when staff can talk about food like they actually enjoy it themselves -- it makes the whole experience feel a lot more personal. I left feeling completely satisfied -- not just because the food was great, but because the entire evening felt thoughtful from start to finish. If you want a place in Livingston that combines quality food, a great vibe, and service that actually elevates the experience, Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar is absolutely worth your time. Five stars well earned -- I'll definitely be returning.

Absolute awesome find!! Decor was great, nice space between tables give some privacy, lunch…read morespecial was HUGE and delicious! Would definitely recommend and be back!!

was attacked inside while sitting at the bar simply having a beer speaking to no one. Then reported…read moreto the bar tender and she said " that my regular you can get the F*** out". Nothing but pure TRASH!!! Stay away!!

One of my favorite places to go on a Thursday or Friday for karaoke. The staff is awesome! No…read morematter how crowded it is. They still know my name. They know my drink. They give everybody the same attention. It's like walking into your local. Cheers! Did I mention how great the karaoke is!