Omg, what a great food! Found it accidentally during a business trip to Columbus while looking for a quick bite. Very well spiced, simple, and really delicious! read more

Yats Grandview - Menu - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Wow. I went to Yats today after a recommendation from some coworkers and boy, was I not disappointed! What a cool spot! I ordered the 1/2-1/2 Drunken Chicken and the CHILI CHEESE ÉTOUFFÉE WITH CRAWFISH over white rice. Delicious, savory, warm comfort food with no frills- just simply outstanding food that was served up so quickly I thought they were kidding when they brought it out. The team does nice work on their cuisine and I was shocked to discover this is a regional chain because it tastes like one of those down home places you discover in the South. Nice work Yats team- I will definitely be back! read more

Amazing, cheap, fast comfort food. Loved the casual easy vibe of this place it is definitely a relief to have some good cheap food in the area. Such a unique menu with great sized portions and delicious food! Didn't know what to expect with creole food in Ohio but I was really surprised!! read more

Yats is one of our go-to places for quick, cheap, and relatively healthy creole food on a weeknight. The stews, gumbos, etouffees, etc. are all very tasty and well flavored. Each order is served on a bed of rice with 2 pieces of garlic bread on the side. The garlic bread is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with the perfect amount of butter, seasonings, and salt--so good. I am not that big of a fan of the rice at Yats, which tastes like it is instant rice out of a box, but this is basically my only complaint (and as a Chinese person, I am sometimes picky about my rice). Overall, the food is definitely worth $7.75 per dish and served almost immediately after ordering. Yats is convenient, pretty tasty, and won't break the bank! read more

Yats Grandview - Chili cheese etouffe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We went here on date night which is a quiet lame Wednesday night. We ordered from the hand drawn menu for the day. I got a split order and gave the bf my bread. He got a whole order. He was disappointed on the spicy level but i liked it. We both liked the airy quirky decorated location. read more

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All I can say is Yummy! I'm addicted to the Drunken Chicken! Good people and nice atmosphere! -Foodie Dance Queen read more

I was introduced to Yats just yesterday and I am very upset I didn't know about them sooner. It's surprising to find a new favorite restaurant during a pandemic, however Yats is worth the trip out of the house. The food was amazing and the variety was astounding. I was torn on what to order and they were quick to let me know that I did not have to choose as a half order of each would be easy enough to do. I loved every bite of my Drunken Chicken and Spinach and Mushroom Etuffee. The dishes came to the table (first time I have sat in a restaurant in over a year and I felt safe and comfortable the whole time) quickly and the waiter provided an extended list of hot sauces and seasonings since everyone at our table was craving SPICE. There was nothing that could have made my visit any better. read more

Instead of clicking "write a review", I almost clicked "order for delivery" out of habit. This place is my go to- comfort-what a crappy week-dont like what food I have in the fridge type of meal. If you're not a big "spicy" person I challenge you to try this place. If you go in person, they let you sample their different gumbo's which I appreciate as a person who normally shys way from spice. Another perk is they let you mix and match gumbo's. I get their usual gumbo and get the red bean sausage and rice. Here's the best part: the bread. They rush some bread with some kind of creole seasoning that may look a bit daunting (the bread ends up being bright orange) but it is the most delicious thing I've ever eaten on bread. Once you dip that into the gumbo and take a bite you will be blown away. read more

This place is fantastic! Amazing food and knowledgeable and friendly staff! Clean establishment as well. Nice array of beers which is always a good thing. Also if you want to kick it up a notch just as for some hotter hot sauce and get the stash they don't put on the table, but beware it is HOT! I recommend the Crawfish which is amazing, I also had that side by side with the Drunkin Chicken and it made for an out of this world combo! I will for sure check out this establishment when i am back in the area, If you're around... for sure a place you should stop! read more

Low key place in Grandview serving up good sized portions of Cajun food. We got a pitcher of Abita for $10 and the night was off to a good start. Their bread is buttery, crispy, chewy and all together awesome. I got 2 half-portions, with corn and black beans and drunken chicken (chicken with spices and beer and breadcrumbs). Everything was served over white rice and full of sauce good for mixing with rice and soaking up with that lovely bread. The corn and beans had a nice kick and the drunken chicken had a good amount of chicken. Overall good prices and good food. read more

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I always enjoy the food here. I love Cajun food. Gumbo is thick and savory. The Drunken Chicken is my favorite.

If you want a quick, hearty meal then Yats is a good option. I went for carryout on a Friday evening and ordered 3 dishes: Drunken Chicken, Chipotle Alexio, and Vegetarian B&B. I was in and out of there within 15 minutes since the dishes are basically prepared already. Portions are pretty big and filling especially since the menu is rice based. The Vegetarian B&B was an almost sweet dish, but it still ended up being my favorite of the 3 I tried. I didn't think there isn't anything particularly special about Yats, but I enjoy the simplicity of the food. read more

Yats Grandview - Drunken Chicken for carryout. Not particularly pretty, but still good. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

One of my favorite places to eat in Grandview. Amazing food I order from here all the time!

YATS YATS YATS!!! By far THEE best Cajun/Creole food in Columbus! Definitely cannot wait to try the whole menu! And you can sample before you buy! Great affordable prices with a nice sized portion of food! read more

Yats Grandview - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Delicious dishes. The bread is crack. So tasty! Not very busy and plenty of places to sit. Really fast food and full of hotsauce for your taste buds. A favourite! read more

Wow this place was great! The chili cheese etoufee with crawfish was perfect - all the complex flavors and spice of Cajun/Creole/New Orleans in Midwest Columbus! The garlic bread was absolutely the best ever! Nice little selection of local/Ohio microbrews on tap alongside Abita's Purple Haze from New Orleans. read more

The prices here are great, the food has fantastic flavor. It's a fast casual joint. I highly recommend the drunken chicken with an extra slice of bread read more

Solid spot. This is probably the cheapest place to eat in Grandview and one of the best. It's simple, straightforward, and fast. All of their etouffes and jambalayas are phenomenal. The only qualm I have is they run out of their dishes really easily. The drunken chicken, white chili, chipotle were all phenomenal. I also could not get enough of their bread. As for the corn flavors, they're a little too sweet for me which is a disappointment since I love corn, but overall, this place is an awesome fast place to eat that just warms my soul on a snowy day. read more

Ummm first of all let me say YUMMMM! I got the chili cheese crawfish etouffee....it had a depth of flavor I haven't tasted in a long time. He got chicken maque choux and it was sweet and savory at the same damn time. Oh and the bread? It was garlicky and divine. He didn't like it. Oh well. But the gumbo was not bussin. It wasn't for me. He loved it. I will definitely order again. But hey where's the sides and desert options? I still love this place so much. read more

This is my go to for Cajun style food since J Gumbos left town. Another user said this as well, but the portions are just a bit too small for the price. Interestingly, I'd be happy even if there was just more rice included. Good flavors, rotating menu, and free bread, so I'll still keep coming back, just maybe not as often as I ate J Gumbos with their amazing portions! Oh, it's also a bar on Grandview Ave. If you're out early and it's crowded they have a decent beer selection read more

Amazing experience. I recently took a trip to New Orleans and had quite a variety of cajun and creole food and yats is right up there with them. I tried the vegan white chili and the spinach and mushroom etouffee and they were both astounding. The peanut butter pie was delicious but very rich so be aware. The ambiance was quiet and chill and the staff really nice. Definitely shout outs to the places here in Columbus that cater to vegan, vegetarian and gluten free people as well as offering local beers :) I can't wait to come back. read more

Yats Grandview - Peanut butter pie - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Tried the 1/2 & 1/2, the vegetarian spinach mushroom and chili cheese with crawfish. Both were delicious and filling. The bread is soft and has a tasty seasoning on top. Was able to park across the street but not sure if it'd be as easy without quarantine. Overall, I am definitely coming back for more! read more

Have loved every selection I've tried. Make sure to try a bunch of samples before you order, things change daily.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Yats. I want them all over Columbus. I come from an area that was blessed with two great Cajun restaurants I regularly visited. So, moving to Columbus it was one of the first things I sought out. The other Cajun place downtown disappointed me. Yats, is exactly what I was looking for. Hot and dripping in flavor entrees served over rice. Cajun buttered bread to scoop it all up. Rotating menus allow you to try a little bit of everything. My favorites are the Maque Choux and the chili cheese étouffée. They let you sample before you order, and split your large entree. Can't go wrong here. Just wish there were more locations! read more

Hidden Gem in Grandview, OH Great Cajun / South Louisana touch. I believe I had the crawfish gumbo and it was the real deal. Lots of Hot Sauces to choose from, great service, and relatively inexpensive read more

Wow... So good... Hits the spot... I honestly haven't found a good cajun creole place here in Columbus until I landed on this gem. It reminds me of a place I went to in Florida that was addicting! This place is in the heart of Grandview, walking distance to everything worth going to. The customer service was perfect! The guy running the front was approachable and pleasant. He gave a great break down of the daily rotating menu. It was refreshing because he was genuinely interested in any possible diary boundaries. **Friendly to ALL dietary restrictions!** OH don't worry if you feel overwhelmed by the short menu and the amazing options... you can SAMPLE the options! WHAT! YES, you can sample everything!!!! That SOLD this place for me!!!! Sometimes you just want to check to see if the spice level is okay or the taste of a sauce is what you are craving for. This place lets you test it out. **Really affordable for those living on a budget! I feel really happy and FULL of delicious food. Sorry I did not snatch a photo, I ate it way to fast! I will be back! read more

The food here is consistently fantastic! I pretty much stick with Drunken chicken and extra bread. If I get half and half, I have gumbo for the other half. Leftovers always taste great so I usually order extra. read more

In general, cajun/creole restaurants are hard to come by up North...let alone authentic cajun/creole restaurants. Needless to say, I was so pleased to have such a wonderful first experience at Yats that I'm already planning my next trip! First of all, if you're looking for a delicious place to meet a friend for dinner where you can actually hear each other talk...come to Yats! There was not a soul here when we came for dinner on a weeknight; it seems that most people choose to carry out. We were greeted by the owner himself, who explained the menu to us and told us we could taste anything we wanted before deciding, which was much appreciated. I chose the half and half deal with the drunken chicken and the B&B. Both were absolutely phenomenal and packed with flavor! I have to say that the B&B was surprisingly my favorite: the corn added a sweetness that I really enjoyed, but ultimately I loved both dishes. The bread that comes on the side was packed with flavor as well. Not to mention the fact that one of the best parts about Yats is that you'll most definitely be leaving with leftovers! All in all, a delicious little place in Grandview Heights that you'd probably never expect to find in Columbus. I'm a fan! read more

My girlfriend and I were sitting the target parking lot and I was changing into my new koi button up tee when we were struck with a hankerin so some good vegan food. A quick search of the nearby options showed Yats as an option and seeing creole as a keyword made it a no-brainer as my significant other cannot help but break out into a creole voice and tell tales of her times out on be bayou. Now I myself have had many different chili's, and everybody has their own secret ingredient or recipe. Some people go for straight heat and will light your mouth aflame, while others have a strange method of going a sweet route. Personally, I used to load the heat with many spices and beans to get as much flavor and heat at once, which I know know to be a novice move. This was an inspired blend of flavors into one amazing taste. Five stars. read more

Yats Grandview - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Yat's never disappoints. I tried the Chorizo etoufee and it was FANTASTIC! I love this place!

This place is amazing. Always great food that is prepared as fast as lightening. The guys that work there are friendly too. You can try samples of any of the dishes before buying too! 10/10 experience. read more

5 Star place is nice very and relaxed. Grab some Cajun food have a beer! reasonable Prices, top notch service, food, music and great location. read more

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I've been to a previous location in Indianapolis so I was happy to try this location right here in Columbus. All dishes are served with rice, cajun bread, and a hearty sauce with various meats. You can choose to have one sauce or do half and half. I got chili cheese etouffee with crawfish on half and gumbo on the other half. I tried three of the other sauces and the one I liked most was the etouffee. I also got an extra piece of cajun bread for checking in (yay!) The food was very filling. I'd come back for a visit when I'm in the area. read more

Can't believe it's taken me this long to try out Yats in Grandview, seriously delicious Creole dishes at a great price. We got the Drunken Chicken and the B&B, both were packed full of flavor and complimented each other nicely. The service was fast and super friendly and the inside décor was bright and inviting. I'll definitely be back again to try out the Gumbo and Chili Cheese Etoufee! read more

Yats Grandview - VooDoo chicken - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My husband & I used to live 5 minutes from Yats - we would go there 1-2 times a week. We live in Los Angeles now but make a point to stop in every time we are back in Columbus. (My favorite thing is the Chicken Maque Choux and their garlic bread is out of this world!) Also love how laid back and welcoming it is there. read more

Yat's is located in the heart of Grandview, but trust me blink and you'll miss it. Thanks to the big neon sign in the small window front, I would have kept on missing it. Yat's serves up fast plates of New Orleans cuisine at an insanely fair price. The seating area of the small restaurant does not scream stay here and relax, but is is functional. Kind of like a high school cafeteria. They do serve beer and drinks, but honestly I usually get my dinner to go. My go to is 1/2 Drunken Chicken and 1/2 B&B (black beans and caramelized corn in a light cream sauce). The Drunken Chicken does have just the right amount of heat, not too hot for those that can't take heat, but not so bland there is no spice at all. They serve grilled bread on the side that also has a New Orleans buttery mixture that I can't get enough of. If you are feeling frisky order an extra order of grilled bread to sop up the last remaining juices of the Drunken Chicken. To sum it all up, you should experience Yat's for yourself. Try something new that you didn't even notice had been there for years. You'll be impressed with their tastiness! read more

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We went here during a slow time . We were the only ones in the building, but they had a few carry outs . We had never been there so the employee recommended some items . The food was delicious and served quick . Even my 1 year old liked it.we were in and out in about 25 mins if that. The prices a cheap and the food is filling . Will definitely return. read more

I had a really great experience at Yats, from top to bottom. The service was timely, friendly, and considerate. The prices are pretty good, and you can buy their entrees by the pint or quart (I think) if you want to feed a crowd (and I'd totally feed this to a crowd). Ample seating, clean space, plenty of hot sauces and whatnot to add to your food if you want, including CaJohn's fire dust. And the food? The food is bangin'. I don't like to compare restaurants, but Yats obviously brings Da Levee to mind. Both are delicious. If you like Da Levee's food, you'll probably also like Yats. Yats has more of a home-cooked flavor to me (in a good way). I had the B&B and the chorizo étouffée and I cleaned my plate. Then I ordered some to go for my husband. The B&B is delightfully sweet because of the roasted corn, while the chorizo étouffée was spicy and savory but not ridiculously hot. I also had the cheesecake because they had a Leap Day dinner deal; the cheesecake was tasty for a place that doesn't specialize in dessert. Would order again. Yats doesn't seem to have other famous New Orleans food like po' boys on the menu; most of what I saw was stuff like red beans and rice, gumbo, various étouffées. Their menu rotates but you can find the daily menu on the website. OH. ALSO. They don't serve alcohol yet, but you CAN BYOB. So pick up a six-pack of Abita before you head in and you'll be set. read more

One of my favorite things about Indianapolis is Yats! I would frequent the college ave location since it was so close to where I was living. I was having severe withdrawals when I moved to Texas. I discovered today that they opened a location in columbus so we rushed over there for dinner. The interior was not what I was expecting. It was neat, clean, and modern. The Indy Yats had a fun, creative, friendly atmosphere. On the bright side the staff was great and not afraid to talk. They were wonderful and fast. The food was great too! The bread was a little over buttered but I can deal with that. I got my usual chili cheese étouffée with crawfish. It's usually my standby. When I was vegetarian I would always get the spinach and mushroom étouffée. Both are amazing. I love the flavors and spices. The variety is nice too. There is something for everyone. One of the best things about Yats is the price! A great and filling dinner for two for under $20. Count me in! I cannot wait to come back! read more

Yats Grandview - The interior - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I got my food ordered from Postmates. It was pretty good. Not quite was I was expecting but super tasty! The baguette was seasoned nicely. They put Cajun seasonings on it. I got the Cajun Jerk Etouffe. It was a good portion of food. It said it could feed 2-3 people. It lasted me 3 meals! I'm a happy camper! read more