Grapevine Cafe and Gallery

Our company managers have a annual Christmas luncheon every year and this was the place everyone wanted to try.Centered in downtown Donaldsonville, La is this little restaurant. I advise to make reservations like we did because it gets very busy quick, especially for lunch time.We ordered 4 different appetizers: crab stuffed mushrooms, firecracker shrimp, catfish bites and crawfish cornbread. Everything was great. Full of flavor. I recommend the firecracker shrimp then the crawfish cornbread.Everyone tried something different but my choice was the crab stuffed blackened redfish topped with crab au gratin sauce. Perfect choice as it was so good and filling. It came with a side of mashed potatoes (lumpy not creamy) and downhome green beans.Our only complaint was that we were there for 2 hours because our order got pushed and it took a while to get out to us. But once it did, it was great. Our server was busy as they seemed to short handed bust she was awesome. She gave each of us a free dessert because we had to wait so long on our food (the award winning white chocolate bread pudding)So, if you are in the area or you are taking a drive and are not on any time schedule. Gems like this place in small little old towns a perfect for a bite to eat. It shows in their food that they take pride in what they do

We went on a Wednesday night and the place was pretty hopping for being in Donaldsonville. The service was attentive and quick. We ordered the blueberry lemon drop and Bahama mamma and both were strong but delicious. We got the bang bang shrimp... a must try! And the crab cakes which they offered grilled or fried. We had grilled and they were also pretty good. My filet was tender served with mashed potatoes and green beans ( I could have skipped the beans) and I wish I had the gravy from my husbands hamburger steak for my potatoes. The white chocolate bread pudding was also a must try!

This chicken Parmesan and crab cake dinner was fantastic. Here's a Photo I took. The sides and pudding stuffed me Royally. They have all kinds of great though heavy food options down here!Yum folks. The view and service was good too and yes I would go back for the sauce alone!

White chocolate bread pudding too thick for the limited amount of sauce but the flavor is spot on.

Great spot in the historical district of Donaldsonville!Very friendly staff, and the decor is welcoming and exactly what you'd expect from a nice southern semi-boujie restaurant. Local art on the walls and the antique wood plank flooring set the vibe beautifully. The food was well prepared, seasoned nicely (but too much), and the seafood was fresh. Worth the drive from anywhere in the River Parishes or even Jefferson Parish, as well.

Heard such good things and did not disappoint. Started with the cucumber watermelon martini. That drink is dangerous because it was so refreshing. For an appetizer we started with the spicy pecan shrimp. It wasn't spicy but it was good. I got the crab stuffed portobello mushroom and my husband got the redfish stuffed with crabmeat. Both were amazing. All the paintings were beautiful and we contemplated buying one. Loved that they had a musician playing made it a perfect place to have a date night. Will definitely be back.

While the food was excellent, the service was horrible. Waitress forced her friendliness and totally rushed our meal when there was no need to. No time was given to enjoy the great ambiance. Recommend the Crab-stuffed Redfish.

I just called to order a togo, so the young lady answered and came back on the stated they're not taking any to go orders or walk in orders. $$$$ okkk what kinda crap is that because you're maxed out. Well I guess you don't want to make any money. It seems that it would make more (easy) since for a to go order. What a way to treat out of town guests. Actually they were recommended but after that NO

Service was amazing. The food was good best food I've had in a long time. The boy who picked up our plates he was amazing he was consistent and our drinks were constantly full.

Amazing food and great cocktails! Great service! We frequently go to Grapevine for a fabulous meal and great atmosphere! We live the live music on the weekends!