The Most Scrumptious Cajun/Creole in Cincinnati

Bugatti’s Ultra Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3 (45)

"As I sit here enjoying my leftover Alfredo Turkey Leg (it's that big) and reading other reviews--I think to myself: do they enjoy frozen pre-made cuisine from chain restaurants or do they not know that real, southern style quality comfort food takes a little time! We stepped into this establishment for my husband's birthday, with a reservation for our party of 7 were seated promptly and kindly by Ray and treated like FAMILY. It was happy hour (until 8PM!!!) so all drinks & apps were half off and we ordered it all. Henny glazed wings () & shrimp, chicken street tacos, salmon bites, the huge shareable cocktails + frozen daiquiris, tequila shots, spiked vodka lemonade (). Highly satisfied 10/10 and we were just getting started. For our entrees we ordered: the steak with Mac & cheese and seasoned fries for my husband (), I had the Alfredo Turkey leg () and that Alfredo sauce had a perfect Parmesan + slighty seasoned fresh taste that was giving well trained chef/"what is a can?" energy. Our friends got the lamb chops with dirty rice (dirty rice is the only thing that could use more flavor) + a Caesar salad. And someone else got the Surf & Turk a seafood stuffed & smothered Turkey leg (). Even our friend that is notorious for complaining could not complain! It was all so good. Finally we enjoyed banana pudding that was out of this world and I don't even like banana pudding like that. And cheesecakes. All around this place is fire, I will recommend to anyone I meet and we can't wait to come back for brunch. I read the other reviews about food being slow, but if you can't spend the $$$ on the amazing drinks and apps while you wait for the best lamb chops in the Tri-state (bar The Capitol Grille) then just say that. If your date is not providing the stimulating conversation needed to sustain you until the meal comes out, don't blame Bugatti's my baby!"

Pier 17 Cajun Seafood Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (127)

"I like seafood here and fresh oysters Good location and cool restaurant We had 8 people, we call the special large one for big groups"

Jimmie's Ladder 11

★★★★☆ 4 (425) • $$

"It was our first time and we went to the third sitting of the Mother's Day brunch! The service was fast, the food was excellent and the mimosa was strong lol Definitely going again soon!"

De'Lish

★★★★☆ 3.8 (4)

"Had the Cajun pasta. Absolutely delicious. Multiple layers of spice and creamy but not heavy. Really good. Paired it with an IPA from the bar. Perfect!"

Creole Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.8 (5)

"Good, Authentic, home made creole cooking at its best. This is not your generic boxed food you can get at any street corner. We are talking fresh ingredients cooked right with the amazing addition of the down home cooking and seasoning with years of experience backed by the cooks. Guess what? The cooks are the owners. We are talking original brick and mortar businesses starting, not some corporation. You're not going to go wrong stopping here, and you'll definitely be back for more!"

BrewRiver Creole Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.8 (575) • $$

"10/13/2024. Visited Brew River for the first time. Service , ambiance, and food were all good. I was a bit disappointed that the cheese spread appetizer came with crackers instead of the 16 Brixx Crostini advertised on the menu, but maybe that's a Cajun thing.This place is a good choice for a nice evening out."

Clough Crossings

★★★★☆ 3.7 (48) • $$

"Great good great service. Cozy, casual romantic American fare. Food was well seasoned and came out quick. We had a seasonal flatbread, I had a couple $5 margs for their Thursday bar special (they were perfect), he had a burger with everything and I had the pan roasted chicken sub mashed potatoes instead of rice. Delicious!"

All Saints Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (8)

"The Bourbon Chicken Bowl and Po'boy Sandwich were excellent, I will be going back to try more things next time I am out in that area."

Louis’ Cajun Seafood

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (22)

"This is a great seafood option in the area. They have options of what level Cajun spice or no spice like garlic butter or lemon. We got the snow crab and shrimp boil. It comes with a red potato and small corn on the cob. It's pretty messy but they give you a bib and gloves. Plus a wipe for after you meal. A small bucket to place you crab shells and shrimp shells in. They also have options of Po boy sandwiches and fried fish and other fried food options. Smaller dine in area. Staff of following Covid protocols. If you are wanting some seafood but not wanting to fried stuff at captain D's or Long John Silvers. This is a much better and tastier option. They give you some crab crackers for your crab legs but some of those little crab forks or crab cracking hook would be helpful. A good plus at this location is Greaters is next door for dessert."

Storming Crab

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (66)

"The food was amazing. It was our first time there and there was no wait for a table. The waiter Brandon was amazing. He answered all of our questions and made some amazing suggestions. The portions was great and the complimentary garlic cheese bread was delicious! The scenery and music was a whole vibe! Their DJ or playlist was perfect and I cannot wait to come back with my family and try more of this place!"

Gumbo Ya Ya

★★★★☆ 4.3 (91) • $

"This is a must go in Lexington - amazing Cajun food. Keep in mind - you will be stuffed and it can ruin your whole day but the experience of eating it is amazing. Also get the bread pudding. Just do it."

Georgetown Cafe

★★★★★ 4.8 (30)

"Fast and cheap lunch! Insane amount of food for what you paid for. I ate it for lunch and leftover for dinner!"

Jays Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.4 (42) • $

"We tried it for the first time yesterday. We had read the reviews, and ordered , taking other helpers advise. We ordered an eight piece order of chicken, Mac and cheese, and a couple biscuits . We both agreed the chicken had very good flavor, the Mac and cheese was very good, but be warned it had red pepper flakes in it. And then the biscuits. Very good, buttery flavor, and drizzled with honey. My advise, allow 2 pieces of chicken per person, Mac and cheese, and a couple extra biscuits for each!!!!!!( we didn't try the wings yet, but they looked very good. ) One last thing, we went there on Sunday the first time, and found out no food on Sunday. Also, there is always a line, so be patient. It's well worth it!!!!!"

Crafty Crab Kenwood

★★★★☆ 3.9 (50)

"We have been waiting for quite some time to get to Crafty Crab because of the closure of Juicy Crab in Tri-County. Crafty Crab did not disappoint. The sauce was great, the crabs were excellent, the clams were seasoned to perfection. Quick, fast, highly attentive service and the whole layout of the restaurant was perfectly "under the sea" designed. The food didn't disappoint because it was hot, order correct, and absolutely tasty. I would love to give this restaurant a 5 star experience but the bathroom was absolutely not at the standard commensurate to the service and cleanliness of the inside of the restaurant. I would strongly recommend a dedicated staff member to periodically clean the inside of the restrooms. Lastly, the quantity of the sauce seemed to be intentionally low. You had to pay $2.99 for extra sauce. Not a big deal because the sauce is absolutely ESSENTIAL to the Crafty taste (and it's a darn good taste). Serve the meals with at least enough sauce to cover the contents inside the bag."

Louis Cajun Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.2 (6)

"The portion size and flavor of the food is good, however, if you list catfish on your menu, that's what I expect. Not Swai! Also, I called in my order and was told it would be ready in 10-15 minutes. I didn't go to pick it up for 20 minutes, and it still wasn't ready. I was late for work.."

Swampwater Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (451) • $$

"Hadn't been here in quite a while. Came on Friday around 5:00. Not busy then wham the place was jam packed! Our server Sammie and the whole serving team were outstanding. I had some fresh oysters, a nice side salad and a cup of the gumbo with a side or cornbread. Husband had the jambalaya the smoked oysters-he loved everything. Friend had the tomahawk porkchop and it was cooked perfectly. Definitely recommend this great Cajun restaurant."

Million’s Crab Boiled Seafood

★★★★☆ 3.7 (76)

"what a great deal for lunch! 12-3 m-f you can get a half a pound of crab legs or shrimp boil with an egg, potato and corn. i got the millions special sauce mild. delish! i really wanted to try the seafood bread but they ran out. also, fyi they will no longer be offering mild tea. our waitress did a great job and i loved the mini barrels as light fixtures!"

Allyn's Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (240) • $$

"Allyn retired and sold the place to the Fireside Pizza guy, Sam. We love Fireside, so I wasn't worried that Allyn's was going to be in great hands. We confirmed that with a visit Saturday night. I had the blackened swordfish, which came with two sides. I picked the macar and cheese and a side salad. Everything was as yummy as ever. Go support this local business, and visit Andrew behind the bar."

Blue Crab Juicy Seafood

★★★☆☆ 3 (57)

"Waitress was awesome . Corn was frozen, didn't offer a fresh warm piece. Rest of food was very good."

Lou Lou Food and Drink

★★★★☆ 3.9 (336) • $$

"I was in town on a work trip and a few of my colleagues and I decided to meet up for dinner my last night in Louisville. Fun fact: They have two locations, so just know that before you show up at the wrong one, lol. This restaurant is tucked comfortably in a small shopping strip, has a small patio with outdoor seating, a bar area with televisions, and a dining room area. The restaurant was absolutely freezing the day I visited and that tends to impact my ability to eat. While that wasn't something the staff could help me with, they were super friendly. Our waitress was even kind enough to help me charge up my cell phone battery during my meal. While all of that was solid, the food is what missed the mark for me. They are described as a mix of cajun and American food which was easily evident after reviewing the menu. I got a caesar salad, the crab cake appetizer with a side of vegetables as well as an old fashioned cocktail. My drink was alright, but not my favorite. The crab cakes were pretty good but the vegetables were cold and not seasoned well. My salad was huge with your typical caesar ingredients, but also not my favorite. I give this place a solid three stars because in my opinion it was just ok. But go ahead and visit and see for yourself!"

Mr. Crab House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (71)

"This place got a full star for service and again makes me wish Yelp gave 1/2 star options because I'd give them a solid 4.5. I had a HORRIBLE experience with DoorDash so I ended up having to go pick up the part of my order they forgot. The staff at Crab House was excellent at remaking my order and even let me try their special house creamy sauce (which is DELICIOUS! try it). The Perfect Storm catch meal is HUGE and the food was well cooked. It easily could serve 2 people with lots of crab, shrimp and an abundance of mussels. The whiting basket was good, though the fish could have used a bit more seasoning. Inside this place is taking social distancing measures and wasn't crowded. The bar area was large they appeared to have some good drink specials. I will definitely visit again."

Selena's at Willow Lake Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.1 (552) • $$

"We all got something different. I had the spinach salad and corn flake fish fingers, my husband and another had surf and turf, the redfish, redbeans and seafood. It was all fantastic but the service from Denise was outstanding. Best service I have had in a long time. Will definitely be back soon."

Laveau

★★★★☆ 4.2 (42)

"New Orleans food restaurant. Not crowded. Fantastic food and great service. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and obviously worked there a while. We started off with boudin balls and french fries debris pouton with braised ribs on top. Very large portions. My son and I got the fried platter with catfish, crawfish and shrimp. It came with two sides. The sides were huge! I chose Gumbo and Jumbalaya. We ended up with leftovers. My wife got the tour of new orleans, jambalaya, gumbo and shrimp etouffe. For dessert we got the excellent bread pudding and biscuit shortcake with berries. This restaurant is part of the Cincinnati distillery."

Bourbon Street Grill & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (5)

"Circleville Pumpkin Show item -I have a collection that has all of my favorites and will be adding more each year I go or as people recommend them to me.Oh my, the Bourbon chicken here is the best!Today we tried the Chicken, rice & red beans. Small plate for $9. It was amazing!! I have had other bourbon chicken as there are way too many of them here but this one is by far the best.The chicken was moist and had a light but very nice sweet flavor to it. The rice and beans were perfectly cooked and it was so delicious.Definitely a must have when here at the show."

Knotty Pine On the Bayou

★★★★☆ 3.9 (264) • $$

"Lots to choose from in menu items. Great gumbo and oysters. Good service and friendly staff."