I was on the hunt for a proper late lunch in Monroe today when I happened upon Warehouse No. 1, a beautifully rustic, warehouse-style establishment situated right on the water. Upon entering, I found the interior decor to be rather average and understated but do not let that fool you for a single moment. The true piece de resistance is the spectacular view of the Ouachita River just on the other side. It is absolutely magnificent, providing the most glorious backdrop that would be utterly perfect for an elegant evening out, a romantic date, or a refined family gathering. While the setting isn't overly fancy, the natural beauty of the river paired with the immense warmth of the staff makes it incredibly special. To commence our meal, I opted for a classic, perfectly chilled Martini, while my partner ordered the Watermelon Breeze both were thoroughly refreshing. As we sat chatting and taking in the scenery, we ordered the Shrimp and Grits along with a side of hush puppies. When the cuisine arrived, it was an absolute triumph. The flavors were entirely delicious, capturing the very best of Southern comfort. Between the breathtaking view, the flawless hospitality, and the exceptional food, this establishment is a true treasure. It deserves every bit of its five stars, and I shall most certainly be returning read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - My early dinner martini & Shrimp and grits - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Taking a break from the concrete jungle where I found myself in MONROE, LA! I was on the hunt for some fried goodness and warehouse is where it's at Warehouse blends Southern charm, friendly service, and high-quality food, From the moment I walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere wraps you up like a big Southern hug. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you feel at home with friendly smiles and attentiveness made this experience all the more special. And the food? It's really good. Every dish flavorful, showcasing the kind of quality that speaks to pride in the kitchen. Whether you're stopping in for a casual lunch or a memorable dinner, you'll leave happy, full, and already planning your next visit. Welp onto the next! read more

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Located in an old warehouse on the Oachita River, Warehouse No. 1 is one of the best fancy 'night out' options you can get in Monroe. Setting: Oachita River bank, parking is available and you can get complimentary valet as well. The interior is rustic and the live music is a nice touch. Service: Our server was kind and happy to make substitutions are we needed. Food: The complimentary hushpuppies were freshly fried and warm, the salad was fresh, and our entrees were near perfect. I wish I could bottle up their creole cream sauce. read more

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Great tasting food along with warm southern hospitality. Located in a historic warehouse on the riverbank, warm inviting rustic charms. Everything came out hot, fresh, and delicious. The duck appetizer was a perfect balance of salty & sweet with a bit of a kick from the pepper. The crab crake was fresh and light. Our hostess Samantha was very attentive and sweet. read more

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I've been going to this restaurant for over 40 years and I have never been disappointed in the food or the service. Today they had a new lunch special, mahi tacos and they were amazing! We had a new waitress, Jessica, and she was amazing as well! read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Mahi Tacos with grilled pineapple Yum!! - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

This restyis one of the best we have ever been to! The food was great, the ambience of the water made it special. The service was very good. We have no bad comments about this place! read more

So the experience wasn't the best, we had a small dinner party but the food took a long time to come out and when I got my gumbo, it was so cold. I was sooo disappointed and the waitress made absolutely no effort to even make the matter any better. The apps were pretty good especially the hush puppies. Stop by and hopefully the experience is much better for you. read more

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The food was okay no major complaints on it. The drinks were I will say. Service was not horrible they were sweet for the most part. We had a party of 14 and it was for a birthday. They sat us in a weird back closet space of the restaurant. There was a really bad cold draft from the door... read more

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Warehouse No. 1 is hands down one of the best seafood spots I've visited! We started with the hush puppies, and they were the perfect kick-off--crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside. Pro tip: ask for a side of ranch. It takes them to the next level! For the main course, I had the redfish, and it was phenomenal. Perfectly cooked, seasoned just right, and served with sides that complimented it beautifully. If you're not sure what to order, make the redfish your go-to--it's a must-try! The atmosphere is charming, the service was great, and the food speaks for itself. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Restaurant with lots of character. Live piano player, lively dining room patio on the river was very welcoming. Food was excellent and Service was very good. I hear the steaks are great! read more

Last minute decision as we drove through town. Our server, Amber, was wonderful with great recommendations. Our food came out fast and hot. Had the redfish and catfish and grits. So good! read more

Went for dinner with friends and coworkers. Started at the bar. I had a green tea shot and 2 peach sides cars. The drinks were amazing. For dinner had the filet special with the crab meat, loaded mash and asparagus. Food was top tier and our waitress was on point from she start to the end. read more

Food here is great. Feels like your eating at your mom's / grandmother's at-home food. Definitely order the cheese grits.

Upon walking in, I was greeted with exceptional professionalism and sat right away. I was able to be seated on the deck outside which was nice with a river view. The music was at a very nice level. The server was very friendly and came right away and took my order. She brought me complimentary quickly. The hush puppies were some of the best that I have had in a very long time. I ordered the Eggplant Pontchartrain. It was excellent and the portion was very large. I was very full after finishing the meal. (I did think the price was a bit high when I saw it on the menu but after getting the meal, I thought it was appropriate. I tend to be a little critical about my food and how I like it and if it is cooked properly but I thought my experience was excellent from start to finish. read more

The food, service, and ambiance are always on point. Always friendly staff and the food is always hot and fresh!!!

My husband and I were traveling through Monroe to another destination but decided to spend the night and catch some dinner. We decided to eat here on a recommendation from a family member who use to live in the area. The food did not disappoint. They brought us out some jalapeño hush puppies to munch on with our chicken sausage gumbo. I am not a fan of jalapeños but my husband can't get enough. We both had the chicken sausage gumbo because who comes to Louisiana and doesn't eat gumbo. The roux was dark brown and just the right amount of creamy thickness, chunks of tender chicken and sausage. This gumbo had some okra in it, which I was happy to see because we love okra in our gumbo. I had the fried catfish and the breading nice and crispy and not too thick. I decided to have a baked potato with mine and it was loaded with all the goodies. My husband had the blackened catfish and he said it was as good as any he has ever had and he has had plenty. He ordered the asparagus which was crunchy and crisp. We both split the bread pudding on a recommendation from our server. It was a little too sweet for me but husband really enjoyed his. If you are ever in the area, stop in, you will not be disappointed. Ask for Kaylee as your server. She will take care of you. read more

When we are driving to TN from TX we make sure to stop here. This place is a great find, we are not from the area but if we were we would be regulars!! Service and food are great, ambiance is fantastic! Love the live piano music. Our server, Lane, was extremely attentive. We will be back!! read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - We had the crab stuffed flounder on a bed of shrimp jambalaya! It was a lot of food and very good! - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Loved almost everything here! We had the Hushpuppies, duck wraps, Salmon Picatta Special for the night, and Catfish Sierra. It was all delicious! We loved the food, the atmosphere, and the view from our seat was beautiful! We loved the live piano! The only issue we had with our dining experience was unfortunately the service. It started off well, but after we received our first drinks from the bar and the food runner brought out our meal, our waiter NEVER returned to our table. He never came by to check on us, make sure everything came out fine, or ask us if we wanted a refill from the bar. I was hoping for a second glass of wine, never got it. He wasn't rude, but he also wasn't very present. So, while our overall experience with the restaurant was wonderful, our service was disappointing. We are very easy going and do not require a lot of attention. But it was lacking. We will go back, hopefully with a little better luck on the service. read more

This is a Monroe staple. It's classy, but not pretentious, and the food never disappoints. Service is NEVER lacking.

Came for lunch, had a good shrimp Po'Boy. The Key Lime Pie was excellent. The staff was very friendly. Nice location, look forward to trying again. read more

This restaurant never disappoints! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service is consistently excellent, and the food is always on point. A go-to spot I highly recommend! read more

THE BEST restaurant in Monroe and definitely at least one of the best in Northern Louisiana. Good wine selection but I wish they would bring back a nice New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to pair with seafood dishes. read more

This is a gem of a restaurant. No need for a special occasion but it seemed every table around me was celebrating a birthday. I ordered the delicious Seafood Pasta which was full of tender crawfish and sautéed shrimp. I highly recommend a visit here! read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Seafood Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

There's a reason why Warehouse # 1, on the banks of the Ouachita River, is a longstanding establishment in Monroe. Great food, rustic atmosphere in an old cotton warehouse, served by friendly staff. Keep doing your thing Warehouse # 1 ! read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Catfish Sierra with jalapeño cheese grits - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

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This is our second time eating here as we pass through town heading back home to Colorado. Great food and great service set in a hundred year old Warehouse on the Ouachita River. Ducks wraps were very tasty. Filet was flavorful and the Redfish Louisiane was excellent. Hush puppies were light, not greasy, with balanced flavors. "The best I've ever had" says my husband. Make reservations before you go so you won't be disappointed! read more

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Friend green tomatoes are my favorite. Warehouse No. 1 was excellent! Shrimp and grits were good. Bread pudding with its rich boozy sauce was the BEST! Loved sitting on indoor patio. Natalie took excellent care of us! See you next time! read more

Service was horrible. Say forever needing our drinks refilled. The crayfish queso dip was way too salty. Ambiance bad. We had reservations, they forgot us, and then stuck between 2 huge parties. Very disappointing. read more

Great atmosphere great food great people. Try the duck appetizer you won't be disappointed

Nice place w/good food, too bad they ran us off tonight. I have never seen so many people waiting to be seated (40-50 at least). God help you if you didn't have a reservation. Had a 6:30 pm reservation and arrived at 6:20. After waiting around 15 minutes, I asked how long the wait was and they said 30-45 minutes (with a reservation!) At 6:55 my wife said no more and we left. At that time there was barely any place for any new customer to stand at the entrance door. There were telling new customers that the wait would be a "few" minutes. Good thing the fire marshal didn't decide to drop in. I wonder if they exceeded the maximum capacity tonight due to all the waiting customers. Was there to celebrate a birthday. Too bad that didn't work out. Get better! read more

One word! ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! OK that's two words. The red fish was superb! Not only is the food fantastic but the ambiance and love piano music makes for a great experience. Most definitely will come back. Oh and Harley at the bar deserves a raise!!! read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Bar area - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

I was in Monroe for a quick business trip and found this restaurant on Yelp. All I have to say is that this place is truly a gem in this town! It's located on a river and has a beautiful outdoor area. The restaurant itself is an old converted warehouse with many of its original structural pieces in place. It was absolutely gorgeous inside. I was dining alone so I had no issues getting seated, but if you are with a larger party I would suggest reservations. It was very busy for a weekday evening. The waitress and hostess were friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. I ordered way more than my stomach could handle, but everything on the menu sounded so good! The fried green tomatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a perfect tomato to breading ratio. The grilled shrimp and asparagus were also fantastic and came with some sort of Mango salsa that blew my mind. Even the hush puppies that were brought to the table like a bread basket were perfect. Seriously the best hush puppies I've ever had and I've grown up in the south! If I ever get a chance to come Back into Monroe, I will definitely be back. I just wish I had more stomach real estate to enjoy more while I was in town! read more

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Very good food and service, this was high quality. The server was so nice to my mom and I. We very much enjoyed speaking with her and the quality of the food it was so delicious. As it was graduation time, there were families celebrating which made the atmosphere wonderful. read more

Tonight we had an excellent meal that definitely deserves five stars. We both had the red fish special with shrimp and crab meat with the duck wrap appetizer. The food was excellent and served at just the right pace. Taylor was our server on the back deck, and what an absolute pleasure she is. read more

Great food for Monroe area. Steaks are always top notch and they have a nice excellent shrimp cocktail. Service is top notch. Sara Jean is an amazing server. Now food is a little pricey for what you're getting. And beer and cocktails ARE WAY OVER PRICED!! $6.75 for a bottle of beer?! Import or not! $6.75 really? I highly recommend this place. Not the best in town but pretty close. We all know who wins the prize. read more

While I was visiting and working in Monroe I ate at the Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant and found the service, food and ambiance to be delightful. I would definitely eat there again. read more

Hubby had the redfish with crawfish étouffée on top and jalapeño cheddar grits. I had a wedge salad with a shrimp cocktail. It was all delicious. A little fancier than we had anticipated but still relaxed environment. read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Redfish Pontchartrain - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Stopped by on the way to Dallas and had a nice lunch on the outside deck. The deck is air conditioned which is nice but you have to get passed the musty smell... the food was excellent and the waitress was super sweet and attentive. I would recommend this place if you are passing read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Fried Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Everything is first rate ! Food, service and ambience are all exemplary. The drinks are complex and delicious as well.

Great food and atmosphere. Love music from a pianist. While overlooking the water. Great outside area to eat if the weather is good. Amazing and friendly service. You won't be disappointed. read more

My steak was cooked to perfection and the soup with it was a plus! I had a don juilo margarita was good, and we sat inside which was fine but nothing spectacular. read more

Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant - Filet mignon w crawfish etouffee - Seafood Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana