I got the spinach etouffe , unfortunately I didn't snap a picture. It was delicious and creamy! It had just the right amount of spice. I was also really excited about the bread!! So yummy! Seriously, order the extra bread. read more

Just found out about this place and so glad I did! The staff was super friendly, and the food was soooo good. I wasn't sure what to get and I was given a suggestion of half drunken chicken half red beans and rice loaded! The suggestion did not disappoint. A must try!!! read more

I was just in Columbus for the weekend, but my friend goes to Yats all the time and loves it. It's a very small place, casual, of course, and you order at the counter and then they bring the food to the counter for you to pick up. The staff is very friendly and everyone raves about the Drunken Chicken so of course I had to give it a try, but what's even nicer is they allow you half/half portions of whatever you'd like!! My other half I chose the Caribbean Jerk chicken that was their special of the day and I actually liked it better than the Drunken Chicken. I tried the Strawberry lager they carried in cans and loved it! Light and breezy perfect for the summer season and it was unseasonably warm Saturday night. I also asked about the B&B and he said they are trying it out as an appetizer and offered it to us for free!! They served it with chips and the corn & bean mix was superb. You can't go wrong with anything you get on the menu! It's all great! read more

Saying this is comfort food is an understatement. This stuff makes you wanna curl up, watch Netflix, and pillow talk with bae. I have no idea how anyone could eat this stuff for lunch and head back into the office. No ma'am! I had half and half: drunken chicken and the crawfish dish. My I have no idea which one I liked better because with changing each bite, I changed my mind. I love that you can order 50/50, it really helps when you're feeling indecisive. Also, staff service is fantastic. You can ask for a sample of any of the dishes. So do that before you enjoy this ultimate comfort food. read more

Yats Grandview - Chili cheese étouffée on the right, Drunken Chicken on the left. Free amazing toasted bread with yelp check in - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Always pretty good for fast Cajun food. I eat here a few times per year and it's tasty. Not a big fan of the smaller servings vs cost. It's quick, tasty and not pizza or wings so a nice alternative. Give it a try. read more

I'm glad to have this addition to the Grandview area restaurants! My husband and I really enjoy creole food and Yats is always consistent and yummy. Yats is almost a fast casual type of spot because the food comes out so quick. Great for lunch! They have specials every day and always have some offerings for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets. Prices are great, food has always been delicious New Orleans style and they have some Abita beers too! read more

Good food but the entire building is in need of a power-washing...inside and out. No a/c inside...that you could feel. The cooks were sweating like crazy and one was popping food into his mouth, with gloved hands, right off the grill while cooking. Young employees were busy goofing off with each other. They seemed to eventually get the job done. Staff was friendly. read more

Delicious highly recommend. Portions are good size too- I got extra bread to pair with my leftovers for tomorrow. I got Chicken Maque Choux and it was great. My husband got half chili cheese etouffe, and half drunken chicken. Both delicious too. Next time I'll try the gumbo. Will be back! read more

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I love Yats. I always enjoy the spinach and mushroom and crawfish etoufee, chocolate beignets, and cheesecake. I have also enjoyed other chicken dish options in the past. Yats always seems to have good beer on tap and offers a cozy interior. read more

I love Yats! My friends love Yats! You should absolutely eat here! The Chorizo Étouffée and the Drunken Chicken are my go-to. Love the bread. Staff is nice. read more

A must have if you like Cajun food. Incredibly flavorful. I personally get the Chili cheese étouffe with crawfish. The bread is so well seasoned. The customer service is amazing read more

I had the displeasure of ordering food from Yats Grandview on Sunday, June 2nd. There is so much to tell... all not very good. 1. We wanted beignets...Got two orders and they were awful. Basically, a powered donut hole that was microwaved. It was thick and dry. Not light and fluffy- the signature characteristics of beignets. 2. The Gumbo- chicken and sausage. Let's say that the can was definitely invited to the party. 3. The bread served with the gumbo was highly recommend by the server... (of which he was standing and eating while we were waiting). We got a different version. It was not a baguette like his, but rather a slice of untoasted sandwich bread with a seasoned reddish spread. Edible but not remarkable. 3. We thought at least the sweet tea would have wowed us--Nope.... Good note... the place was clean. There a far better restaurants in Columbus to enjoy on a Sunday evening. read more

It is very solid Cajun and Creole. We have both taken multiple cooking classes in NOLA from a well known chef, and can both make a good rue, jambalaya, etoufee, etc. Yats is really good food. Pleasant atmosphere. Friendly servers. My only wish is for a liquor license and full bar... read more

I came down here for lunch today. They're located ringht on Grandview Ave, about a block from the little plaza. It didn't take me long to decide what I wanted to eat; Jambalaya!! I got the half order and that was plenty for me. It came with two slices of GREAT garlic bread and all the hot sauce I wanted to pour on! And it was delicious. They have a policy to let you taste any of the other styles of dishes the carry. I tried the Maque Choux and the drunken chicken. Both were just great! I docked them a star for the lack of meat in the jambalaya but I can understand that given the price. Anyway it was a great lunch and I'm sure I'll be back for many more. read more

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Whoa, it looks like I am in the minority ratings. Won't be the first time, or the last I'm sure. SELF DISCLOSURE: I am not a fan of chain restaurants, Waffle House being a rare exception (its complicated), nor chicken. I didn't want to turn down an invitation by Ole Boy, so I decided to "bite the concept". I should mention Ole Boy enjoys plain chicken and canned tuna on lettuce for a meal. :/ The place, looks new, bright and clean. But something is missing......a real Cajun feel, including music. You have to go up to the counter to give your order. At that moment, I realized it's FAST FOOD! The menu is on the chalkboard, cute but hard to read. The gentleman taking the orders was gracious, helpful and friendly. He even offered us a sample taste before we ordered. I am so happy he did, otherwise I would have been stuck with the chili cheese etouffee with crayfish. Little crayfish, lots of cheesy stuff. Ole Boy had a half order of red beans and rice which included "smoked" sausage, and half an order of the chili cheese with chicken. (Chicken can not be substituted for the smoked sausage in the red beans and rice dish) I also ordered red beans and rice because it is a simple and standard dish. Here's where we agreed: not much meat in either one of the dishes. While he enjoyed his meal, I did not. In my opinion, both the rice and beans were mushy. Pre- cooked? I thought it lacked any real flavor and freshness. Red onions can be added for an additional $2.54; the same goes for sour cream and cheese. The white toasted bread with garlic powder, is not authentic. I didn't even finish my order. However,Ole Boy decided to take the rest of my dish home for leftovers. I did finish my carry-out order of "homemade" peanut butter pie. (I am a sucker for peanut butter pie.) With each bite, I kept thinking I was eating peanut butter out of a jar. Fair tasting at best, not memorable. Two entrees and a piece of pie, cost just over $17 with tax. So it ended, one thumb up, one thumb down. Ole Boy will come back, I won't. This place is a reminder of why I rarely like chains, particularly fast food. Once was enough. read more

Yats Grandview - Red beans and rice with a few pieces of sausage - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Having spent a lot of time in Louisiana and falling in love with the culture and food - my mouth starts to water when I come across a Cajun place in town that I haven't been to. We wondered into Yats per a family members recommendation - the restaurant is easy to find in Grandview and there is plenty of street parking available and lots near by. We walked in and we were greeted by the owner who asked if we'd been there before. He explained the menu and drink options. Fountain drinks for now but a license is in the works...honestly I was hoping for an ice cold Abita with my meal! The restaurant itself is nice and open and super clean. I hate going somewhere and feeling crowded by all of the tables and chairs on top of each other. We sat at the bar area and reviewed the chalk board menu in front of us as the owner went over the options. We ordered the drunken chicken, mushroom and spinach étouffée, chili cheese étouffée, chicken maque choux, red beans and rice. Loaded (cheese, sour cream, and red onion). While the food arrived the owner discussed his business and his story which is always nice to hear. The food arrived promptly and served with a delicious Cajun buttered toast. The drunken chicken (one of their top sellers) is proper! The sauce is thick, lots of well seasoned chicken pieces, and just enough spice. The spinach and mushroom étouffée was wonderful. I've tried other Cajun places around Columbus and their sauce is too watery - everything that we ordered was great. The maque choux (pronounced mock shoe) is killer! The red beans and rice so flavorful! Next to the fountain drinks you will find a sea of hot sauces if you need a little extra kick! We cleared our plates and decided to share the peanut butter pie as I can't pass one up when I see it on the menu. It did not disappoint! Rich and delicious! Overall our experience at Yats was great. From the friendly owner, delicious food, plenty of vegetarian options, and great location...we can't wait to go back! I did notice some bad reviews and I can't help but think they're maybe from the competition or people who just love to look for the negative and write bad reviews! Make sure you check their Facebook and Instagram for daily menu changes and special events! read more

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Popped in here today after passing it a few times on Grandview Ave and seeing it on Yelp. It's like a J Gumbos but it doesn't feel as forced and chain-like (although it is a smaller chain based out of Indy). Talked to the owner? Or manager? And he was very nice and helpful. We tried a few different things but settled on the chorizo and black bean. Delicious. The bread is great too. I'll definitely be back to try more sometime. The food was very reasonably priced and they have lots of hot sauce and toppings (several from CaJohns). I'd definitely recommend! read more

Yats Grandview - Chorizo on the left and B&B on the right. Mmmmmmmm! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I've been waiting to check out Yats for over a year and finally popped in. The good was great and so so fast, make sure you get hot sauce so you can get that Louisiana experience. read more

I had been to a Yats several years ago when visiting Indianapolis. When Da Levee (owned by a former Yats manager, Justin) opened up a few years ago in Short North, I was pleased to have access to Yats-style cajun food in Columbus. I guess Yats must have noticed because now they're here in Columbus (and a bunch of other places per their website). My wife and I happened to be in Grandview around lunchtime so we stopped by the new restaurant today and got our fill. No new ground is being broken here. If you've been to Yats elsewhere (or Da Levee) everything is comfortably familiar. Tasty, very rich food (we both went with half and half drunken chicken and chorizo etouffee.) Both orders came with bread and totaled $14. Pretty cheap for a lot of food. So now it seems there's going to be bit of a battle for your cajun creole fast food dollar--do you go with Big Corporate in the form of Yats or do you throw your cash behind Justin and Da Levee. Personally, I'm a fan of the little guy so I'll probably continue to get my cajun from the man on North High, may he one day be as omnipresent as the Yats empire. read more

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Awesome Creole/Cajun food and a spicy new addition to the always exciting Grandview food scene! I've been to the original Yats in Indianapolis, and was excited to hear about their new expansion to Columbus. The name lived up to the expectation whole heartedly. The drunken chicken is fantastic and spicy. Great flavor, but not overwhelming. I also had the crawfish which was perfectly mixed in with corn. Both were served over rice and went together really well. Their menu is written on a chalkboard because it's ever-changing and you never know what that day might bring, but you should know that whatever it is it's going to be delicious. Every dish comes with some excellent fresh garlic bread. It's a brand new restaurant with plenty of seating, and is also BYOB which is a perk. I've tried a couple of the other "creole" spots in Columbus, and so far this is definitely my favorite. When you go in ask for some samples! read more

Yats Grandview - Crawfish and Drunken chicken! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Simply delicious. The concept and restaurant is very simple. ie: you use plastic silverware and plates. The menu is also simple. Probably 8-10 menu items I ordered the Jambalaya. It was very tasty the dish comes with this delicious bread. My girlfriend ordered the drunken chicken and it was amazing. Yats defiantly lived up to the hype! Another great addition to Grandview Heights. read more

Yats Grandview - Jambalaya and the addicting bread. Also have 5-7 different sauces. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We know Yats from Indianapolis- nothing is better when you need comfort and flavor and you need it fast- that's when you need Yats. Don't let the term Cajun freak you out. Cajun=flavor, not heat. We were worried that it might not be as good as the original- but if I'm honest this was better Jason the owner is fabulous, and was very helpful in choosing- I had chili cheese etoufee and chicken maque choux, my husband had b n b and drunken chicken. Chili cheese etoufee: cheesy creamy base with crawfish and beans. It's so insanely good. You will want more immediately- even if you are so full you can barely walk. Maque choux- chicken crazy tender, mixed with spices and having a kind of stew consistency B n B: sweet corn and black beans, sweet tangy and smoky, if you don't like this you are clearly not from the Midwest. Drunken Chicken- get Chinese out of your head. Think savory Cajun spicing with no cayenne- complex with a nice mouth feel- delicious. Rich, deep- made with love. And the bread. Oh the bread. Crusty French bread with garlic butter seasoning. Get extra. Like two orders extra. Trust us. You gotta try this- great for groups, great for kids. Big portions, not terribly expensive, fast fast service. I didn't even take pics of the food as I was too busy eating it. read more

Yats Grandview - Beautiful setting- delicious food - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Lawwwdddddddddd this place is amazing. The service is amazing and as my first time going there, the employees were very helpful. The Cajun butter bread was magnificent. The chicken melted in my mouth, every seasoning complemented each other like dates at a prom. 10/10 WILL EAT AGAIN. read more

Yats Grandview - Chipotle Alexio amazing!!! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I went there on Saturday for lunch and got the half drunk chicken/half chorizo etoufee to go, and it was pretty delicious. It was cheap and just enough food to fill me up but not make me feel bad. I was a bit skeptical at first, because I was the only person in there, but it was closing in on 2 pm so not a big deal. The sauce for both dishes was quite tasty, but the cajun power hot sauce I got on the side was fantastic, and I would totally buy a bottle of that. The bread that came with the dish was awesome, and I could have eaten a lot more of that. I won't say it was the greatest meal I've ever had, but for the price, flavor, and amount of food you get, I'll for sure be returning to try more. read more

Super fast. Clean. Chilli cheese etouffe is awesome and definitely my go-to. Good amount of crawfish. Nice little selection of beers. The bread is great. I've also had the red rice and beans which is good. read more

I really wanted to give this place a good review, since I've heard good things... but our food was pathetic. I'd say our entree was 75% rice. There was the thinnest layer of entree over it :( Between the 2 of us, we each did half and half so we could try 4 total: Chicken Creole, Chicken Maque Choux, Chili Cheese Etouffee, and Drunken Chicken. We weren't wowed by any of them. Maybe because we couldn't get over the mouthfuls of rice. We even had 1 of every hot sauce and tried those to add flavor to the dishes, but that didn't help either. For Cajun cuisine we were really disappointed. I laughed at the bread that was included with meal. So I can soak up all the excess rice!? Thanks... This restaurant is also a horrible location for parking. At the time I went in, it was completely empty inside. And the layout is terrible. You walk up to the counter and order your food, but you have no idea what anything looks like. They advertise free samples, but each time you want a sample the cashier has to go to the back to get a little sample for you. Why is the food not laid out like J Gumbo's? Why is it all hidden in the back? You're just pouring the entrees over rice! Not worth going back to. I'll stick with J Gumbo's until I hear better things from this place. I'd love to try one of original Yats in Indiana to compare. Giving this 2 stars for the price, since at least it was cheap. read more

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Yay for Yats! I feel like Yats is what Blind Lady Tavern wants to be. If you combined the two, it would be great. Yats does not have a liquor license yet so it is BYOB which we didn't know about ahead of time and which we wouldn't have likely participated in but it is good to know before you go. The food is delicious and it came out so quickly that it actually caught me off guard. I ordered the red beans and rice and I also tried my boyfriend's drunken chicken. They were both super good! Not too spicy but enough kick to make sure the meal is noticed. I absolutely LOVE that their menu points out the dairy free and gluten free options. With my dairy allergy, I get tired of having to ask about every single menu item before finding something I can eat so this was a nice change. I also liked that it had vegan options because we are constantly looking for new places to try with our vegan friends. The restaurant itself is a long building with tables all along the sides. It felt like it was meant to be more of a carryout than a place where you stay to eat but we stayed anyway because we didn't want to wait a second longer to try our yummy food. I am looking forward to seeing what happens if/when they get their liquor license and I am also hopeful that they will start selling Coke products because Coke is so much better than Pepsi ;) read more

Everything I've gotten here is delicious and their garlic bread is THE BEST! It's one of my go to options for lunch. I also appreciate that they're very helpful if you have food allergies or intolerances and can tell you what's safe. They're super nice. read more

My favorite restaurant in Columbus! The spinach and mushroom étouffée is unreal! Lots of great vegetarian options.

Excellence doesn't begin to say what I think. First off we stopped in for lunch on a Sunday. The setting inside is small but warm, quiet, nice, and welcoming. They have an French-American theme you would see in New Orleans. Fleur-de-Lis in most of the decoration. The only complaint is Grandview parking, but that isn't their fault. So all in all if you live nearby, or just so happen to be in the area and are hungry for something different, be sure to stop in for a treat!!! So to get in with this wonderful food review. The guy at the register helped guide us through our first experience of Yats. Well we both got the drunken chicken and let me say OMG! That was good and more than what I expected. Their bread is hands down a winner as well and compliments the meal perfectly. Service is prompt and friendly, plus if your a first timer very helpful, that is if the reviews didn't sway your decision. All around Yats read more

What a hidden gem this place is! Yats was recommended to us by our leasing office lady and it did not disappoint! The food is amazing if you're looking for delicious cajan dishes. There is not a single thing bad on the menu. We always order ahead and the food comes out piping hot! read more

Did online order for pickup for my partner and I. Pickup was quick and smooth, and there is plenty of signage to encourage social distancing for both the small number of dine-in tables and takeout orders. I had the spinach and mushroom etoufee and my partner had the gumbo. I can't speak for his entree (though he said it was fantastic!) but mine was delicious and flavorful, and filling enough to have leftovers for lunch the following day. My only gripe was it was a little saltier than I'd normally go for, but otherwise great. AND THE BREAD. The bread is a fantastic buttery garlic bread with Cajun spices, and is perfect for dipping in your meal. Overall for the price ($15.50 for 2 people) a solid choice for a delicious and filling meal. read more

I've never had anything from Yats that I didn't love. All the dishes are super flavorful and if you're ever unsure of what to get, you can ask for little samples to try before you order. And you're in between two dishes, you can order a "half and half" to get a half order of each dish. Each dish comes with cajun bread and if you check into yelp, you can get an extra piece! For dessert, I recommend getting the peanut butter pie. It's super creamy and delicious beyond belief. (My go to is the drunken chicken or the crawfish etouflee) read more

Loved this cute little Hidden Gem. I love the fact that all the dishes come over a bed of rice. I tried the chili crawfish etouffee and the gumbo. I was completely surprised by the chili crawfish etouffee. The flavors compliment each other very well I would have never thought traditional crawfish etouffee when Marry so pleasantly with chili flavors. I enjoyed their gumbo simply because it had a brown roux. read more

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

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

I've been coming here for a long time now, and I've always loved it. When I need a creole fix it's the first place I go to. They've always been so great with customer service, the food is fantastic, and I LOVE the bread. Today the service was absolutely outstanding and I can't thank them enough for it. First of all, because of the quarantine they're offering their own free delivery service which I loved. The service was so easy to use and I was able to schedule dinner to be delivered and then go about my day knowing I didn't have to cook tonight. I called because they were running a little late, not more than 10 minutes or so and they were so apologetic and kind. The food showed up hot and delicious, and they included some cookies and chips because they felt bad for being late! We got the red beans and rice with smoked sausage and the chili cheese etouffee and they were both fantastic. I've also gotten the drunken chicken, chicken macque choux and the gumbo before. I don't know what to tell you they're all amazing, and they have great vegetarian options too. It's a great place to go for a super warm and hearty meal, and I always leave full. read more

I have had this on my list to try for a very long time, from a trip to Indy ages ago. The concept is a little different and our trip there short...so I guess that is how it somehow didn't make the cut. However, we now find ourselves happily in the vicinity of one of the Indy franchises. The owner was super helpful and friendly from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. He let us sample to decide which entree we wanted, although that still didn't help the decision with so many delectable choices. They keep the concept affordable, simple, and lastly tasty! I love the savory array of Cajun bent sauces that you can have over rice with a lovely bread slathered in a yummy Cajun spread. They have an option of brown rice as well as some options for various health conscious diets. They also do catering! We hope to be back!!! read more

Read the prior reviews and decided to try Cajun cooking for the first time. A new door has opened in my life. I had a 1/2 & 1/2 plate with the black chili and drunken chicken. As you can see in my photo, the food came out hot and delicious. There was also a nice selection of hot sauces, if you're inclined to kick up the heat level. Excellent service to boot, which means I'll be coming back very soon. read more

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

I love this place. It's always super good and filling. Always spicy and delicious, bread is amazing too. Can't go wrong with anything you choose on the menu tbh. read more

Pretty good I'd say. Friendly staff walks you through what you may not know about Cajun/Creole, and will give you tastes of most everything to help you decide. A good local craft beer would go well, but they don't have their license yet. You can BYOB. I'm a fan. Couple things; the chalk, hand-written menu board is hard to read. I'm not a fan of the flimsy plastic tableware and the styrofoam plates. read more