Spotlight Restaurant & Bar

I give 5 stars in these trying times. I walked in not expecting much at all but I have to say ... kudos to these guys n gals!! Don't go there with the "Bar Food" mentality because you'll be as surprised as I am. My steak was cooked to perfection with an awesome flavor, not to mention all the beautiful sides that came with it. The Spotlight was spot on! Oh and let's not forget the staff, super duper friendly and consistently checking me! A+ rating in my book.

Had the Filet last night and it was seasoned perfectly and cut like butter. But the salad almost stole the show, with a mix of greens, a scattering of nuts and raisins and pungent cheese, with a light dressing of vinaigrette. And did I mention the beer was frozen cold and Jim Lockwood on the piano was playing hot. Great night.Remember, if you read down the older reviews, the new owners just took over a little over a month or so ago.

Love going to this place, the drinks and food are great, glad I moved back to Metairie. Michelle is the best bartender I have ever met. A true asset to the establishment

Ordered the pepper jack sriracha burger and it melted in my mouth. The boudin balls were delicious. Local hangout. Good drinks.

Yet another bar that is being held back by trying to make up for its lagging business by sticking it to those who do try to patronize their establishment.Drinks are reasonable, but do not be a teetotaler there. Us for a glass of water I've actually seen them open a bottle of water and pour it in the glass so they can charge you a couple of bucks.The food is fair yet overpriced. The hamburger that they're famous for is a good size portion, but has the taste of lighter fluid, but some people actually like. Everything is ala carte so don't expect fries to be thrown in with that. Ask for an extra pickle comma you might get charged. I can't fault them for this since Jimmy John's does the same thing. The bartender and the waitress staff are very charming, the male management not so much. This is kind of an old boys club, so ladies , know what you're getting into.

Spotlight is a hidden gem. A few weeks ago, I went here for the first time on Bike Night (Wednesday). I ordered from the menu (Smurf burgers and boudin bites) and had few drinks. I enjoyed the food and the band. Last night I returned for steak night. I will be back. For $20, you get salad, bread, steak, potato, veggie, and au jus. Was it Ruth's Chris....no. The same set up there would be $80. Was it a tasty dinner and well worth the value? Hell yeah! I will be back. A special note: the bartender is awesome....professional and attentive. As someone who is familiar with the service industry, she is one of the best in the GNO area.

Great spot for cocktails and the best hot tamales I've had in a long time. Looking forward to trying the steak.

We picked up a dozen of hot tamales wow!! They were the best I've had in years. We will be back soon. To pick up more. Clean and friendly people.

Drinks and Karaoke entertainment.It was funCozy Charm nice people wWe were treated like royalty , we had steak dinner, very good.I'll go back to it the food,serviceand ambiance.

Went to get some food, menu looks good. Place is nice inside. Older crowd. No wait staff came to the table after 15 minutes. Bartender did not acknowledge me until I got a stool. She washed glasses and made drinks for others. When I did get a seat, I had been here nearly 25 minutes at this point, While nice enough, I was told they had to check if they had some of the menu items. I looked to the left at a sign that said "FULL MENU AT ALL TIMES" They we're out of what I wanted. This too another 5 minutes to tell me. I am now here over half an hour. I changed my order. She comes back with an additional 25 minutes. My friends band is now starting in 5 minutes at another bar. I cancel and leave hungry and a little pissed. Two stars because it is nice inside and has potential, but failed miserably today.