The Workshop

The food and the service was absolutely amazing. Myself and a few friends go to the college nearby and we stopped by to try Cajun food and it was easily a 10/10. The workers were also very sweet, I highly suggest going here.

Today Danny and Naomi created their Christmas Special, stuffed Dungeness crab, seafood gumbo and New Orleans bread pudding. Stuffed crab was amazing, great stuffing in Dungeness shells. Taste was amazing. Danny's seafood gumbo is always a hit. I was pleasantly comfortable after the stuffed crab and gumbo. Couple hours later I had the bread pudding, it was amazing. If you missed this annual menu mark your calendar for 2025. Typically the weekend before Christmas. This is typical of The Workshop, creating some amazing food. Thank you Danny and Naomi!!!

Whenever I'm in Benicia and the craving for Creole, Cajun, Southern, or seafood cuisine hits, there's only one spot I head straight to, The Workshop. They serve up some of the best Creole and Cajun dishes I've ever had, and honestly, it feels like you've been transported to New Orleans except you're still right here in the Bay Area.I discovered The Workshop a few years ago but kept forgetting to write a review, so here it is!Hours: The Workshop is open Tuesday to Friday from 11-2:30pm and Saturdays from 8-2:30pm. They're closed on Sundays and Mondays. A cool feature is their daily specials so make sure to check those out before you plan your visit.How to order: Trust me, if you're planning to visit, call ahead. The line can get long, and no one likes waiting when you're hungry. If you didn't catch this tip before arriving, no worries, just get in line and have your order ready when you reach the window. Once you place your order, it's a waiting game until they call your name.Seating: Heads up, there's limited seating, and it's all outdoor, so if you're planning to dine in, make sure to arrive early cause this place gets popular.What I order: Over the years, I've tried a lot of items, and everything I've had has been delicious! Here are a few favorites -- Jambalaya: Rich, flavorful, and packed with shrimp, sausage, and that perfect blend of spices.- Po boy Sandwiches: A true classic, with crispy shrimp or fried chicken, piled high on a soft roll.- Beignets: Soft, fluffy, and dusted with powdered sugar.- Hush Puppies: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and absolutely addictive.Bottom line: The Workshop is a must-try for anyone who loves authentic Creole and Cajun food. Whether you're coming for the jambalaya or the po boys this spot never disappoints.

Wow!A vendor brought me here for lunch and he was right this place is incredible!4 tables outside seating only with a speaker on the tree on sidewalk playing music. The owner is the chef and his wife runs the order window and big windows looking into this little kitchen but what comes out of there is big in flavor. I had the catfish with hush puppies and onion ring pieces. The fish was fresh, perfectly cooked crispy outside and melt in your mouth tender inside. Hush puppies were so good. Apparently the gumbo is great once crab is in season and you have to get here before 10 am in Saturdays if you want to catch Beignets as they run out.What a gem! Impeccably clean, incredible service and delicious food. Can't wait to come back and try the Gumbo.

Beignets in Benicia?!?!? I had no idea!!! Wherever the beignets are, a po boy is sure to follow!! Pop quiz to self: When last have I eaten a po boy? Answer: Way too long!!There's outdoor only seating. Order and pay at window. Friendly staff. I was greeted with a smile when I arrived. Parking is on the street only.I ordered the Cajun roasted po boy, chicken andouille sausage gumbo (cup). The po boy was good. It had way too much lettuce and not enough chicken. The gumbo was delicious!!! the roux was pretty good and well sessoned. It was nice and spicy! Gumbo could have used a little bit more okra. The menu is posted on the wall outside of the ordering window. The Workshop have food specials for every day of the week. Today (Friday) as the gumbo for the seafood platter.I'll be back for some beignets!!! :)

Great food always, stellar customer service, and relaxed outdoor ambiance that makes it feel like your in your uncle's backyard in the bayou! I had to come get my fix of a Brisket Po'Boy , Shrimp Po'Boy, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, and Mac n Cheese with a brisket gravy!!! Of course I started with an order of hush puppies!Everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. Mac n Cheese with Brisket Gravy was something I never knew I needed in my life!! Definitely a game changer! I'll be back very soon!!

I finally brought a meal for myself from here.I have purchased gumbo once and red beans and rice another time , both for my husband's lunch. He's not good on feedback just feeding, lol, so I tried for myself today. It's hard to get something that I wouldn't mind eating as welll as something more like I would cook. Most menus have so much bread, breading, or super sauced. The Workshop simply did straight up fried fish, hush puppies, and I got an order of roasted brussel sprouts- my type of meal.The fish is divinely fried however not seasoned enough. The brussels are a little charred with is it little difficult finding those tender pieces under to really crisp bitter leaves. The remoulade sauce is delicious with the brussels was BOMB! I need that in my life! I think the hush puppy recipe is perfect however I also it was time to change the grease or tirn down the heat becase they had a few burnt ends around and dark in color. It was late in their day and I know some of the unpredictability of home cooked foods so its forgivable. I love easygoing atmosphere around this little pick up spot. A few tables around for eating and I always see locals that seem to know the owners by name. I love that!!!! This is definitely a community staple and I am a fan. 2 stars for being who they authenticly are2 stars for homey deliciousness

5 stars for THE WORKSHOP!! with a side of sweet hushpuppies!It has been a while since we stopped here and the owner even said so haha. Chikas and Homies if you haven't stopped by here you are truly missing out on a very very delicious plate. TRUST THE HOMIEWITAPLATE, the workshop will not disappoint. Again the vibe to the spot is familia(family), with a couple of tables some chairs, and music in the background paired with the Benicia vibe. This will have you feeling like you are in New Orleans enjoying a fresh shrimp po'boy!! all you need is a glass of some good ol' bourbon to wash everything downThe Owners are fantastic people very humble and friendly. I had to let them know that they must be doing something good. When your customers are smiling as they open up those containers or as they unravel their fried shrimp po'boy! Its like a Fiesta.Yesterday had the Jambalaya on top of cornbread, AYYAYAYIII great portion, flavorful, Camarones (shrimp) perfection, the garnish beautiful, and the cornbread on point. the savory and the hint of sweetcorn sweetness was crazy. Of course, we had to have a Fried Shrimp PO'Boy. Again just unveiling that sandwich has you feeling like a kid ready to tear up that Pinata. Just can't stop biting into it. Plenty of shrimp in the po'boy so your stomach won't feel left out. the veggies in there help give it a beautiful crunch. they give you sauces on the side, but by the time you realize it. ITS TOO LATE.Plenty of parking but there is limited seating so as much as you would like to enjoy sum hushpuppies for hours. Got to think about the next familia waiting to enjoy sum po'boys aswell.PS... don't forget the hushpuppies. always could use a snack on the way back home.

This spot is probably the best cajun food in the Bay. It's a window with some outdoor seating, a real mom-pop shop which is a bonus. We love supporting small businesses! Danny, the owner and cook, is hella friendly. He came out and talked to us and since my bf is from NOLA, Danny shared his excitement for NOLA and the memories he made living there. The bf gave his stamp of approval and said it's the closest thing to home!They have daily specials. We came on a Tuesday, and the daily special was pork chops with mac n cheese and it was amazing! I got the shrimp po' boy and it tasted like we were in NOLA! I can't wait to go back on Thursday for the cajun chicken pot pie everyone is raving about. The little decor they have and the background jazz music make you think you're somewhere else than Benicia. I think we found our new favorite cajun spot! Thanks, Danny!

This place is just a gem. We bring our friends and family here when they come visit. Guaranteed to satisfy if you are craving Louisiana cuisine. Oyster Po Boy is a favorite in our house. But I have ordered their salad and gumbo a few times and are my favorites. I do wish they can also expand on breakfast. I have a Louisiana kitchen cookbook ( I just look at the photos :-D) and wish they have some of those breakfast meals too!