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    Bon Temps

    4.2 (42 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Trio tacos & Cantonese shrimp
    Cherayna T.

    It was my first time here at this restaurant, and the decor and staff were amazing. I enjoyed the Caribbean flavors as being a fellow islander, I will say the wings were very good and flavorful. The tacos were good, however the shrimp dish the crab rice did have a fishy scent so to cover it I used the sauce from the shrimp or squeezed lemon on it. Overall I would go back for the wings and I rate an 7.5/10

    Shrimp & Grita
    Quantina T.

    10/10! The service was impeccable. This hidden gem in Chesterfield has now become one of my favorite places to recommend. If you love good food and a cozy atmosphere then run to Bon Temps! We tried the crab beignets, fried mushrooms and Shrimp & Grits. We were not disappointed! Everyone cleared their plates!

    Blue crab roll
    Janae B.

    The ambiance was amazing, food was fresh and tasty, and service was great from seating to closing our tab. I have allergies and have to ask a lot of questions and everyone was patient with me and made sure I was comfortable!

    Chicken roti
    Erica C.

    There are not enough words to express how happy I was to come back here. The food... run to it... DO NOT walk. The slices, the freshness... you can tell whomever is in the kitchen is taking their time preparing each dish perfectly. There's literally no complaints... not even portion size. The only thing I did not like was the shrimp appetizer... it was a bit too salty and garlicky. Even my blood orange margarita was absolutely delicious!!

    Nashville Hot wings with fries
    K P.

    I had the pleasure of ordering to-go on their opening evening. The staff was welcoming and friendly. I ordered the Cantonese Pepper Shrimp, Nashville Hot wings, and Creole shrimp tacos. Everything was good. The fries are well seasoned. The Cantonese Pepper Shrimp are NOT for the those playing with liking spice. The shrimp are cooked perfectly. That slow creep spicy is absolutely the best and these definitely have that. The shrimp tacos are delicious. Nashville Hot wings.... The hot is not just a part of the name. They definitely come with have heat. Carribean spicy is not a game. Please know your spice level and be prepared. I will definitely be back. The inside is beautifully decorated, well lit, and inviting. I love the decor.

    Marci F.

    We thought it was really tasty. We thought the portions were a really good size, but we waited for her over and a half hour for our food and we were the second table in the restaurant. We thought it was a very very, very very tasty rue that was nice and smoky that was part of the duck gumbo. I had the shrimp and grits that had a tasty crab sauce over it. The grits could have been smoother. We just saw everything was a little bit more expensive than it should be. The vegetarian dishes were the same price as the meat dishes, 30 for mushroom gumbo was extreme. There was no bread service and that was a problem when we waited over a half hour for food we really liked our entrées. We didn't really like the dessert that much. The beignets were a little doughy and the cream and it was very boozy and I didn't taste the bananas now if this was a downtown restaurant with high-end service, maybe you could go for these prices but we thought everything was a little bit too expensive and we didn't even order a drink, cause they were super expensive. I might try it again for a happy hour. It is in a strip mall, next to grocery store. I have had a hard time deciding if it should be a three or four for the service and the prices four or 4 1/2 for the food.

    Luis M.

    Bon Temps was a good time indeed. I went with some friends after work and we didn't know what to expect, but we arrived to find a DJ, an MC, and a videographer. People were having a time. In terms of food, we ordered a little bit of everything. The wings with crack sauce were not my favorite, but it was more the sauce than the wings. I started out with a beefy slider and it was ‍ flavorful, with a generous portion of meat, and the perfect amount of cooking time for the burger. It was juicy! I also had a fried chicken taco, and even got a disclaimer from a staff member about it being spicy. I guess they didn't see that I was Mexican I was ready. The taco isn't even close to being Mexican, but they don't claim to, so nbd. It was very flavorful and the hot sauce had a nice heat to it. I also got a chance to sample the savory beignets. Call me uncultured, but I only thought of them as desserts. These pimento cheese beignets were great though, would get again. The last food I tried was the mushroom grits. I've never been a fan of grits, but these were so good. Whole time I've been missing out on grits. In terms of service, it's hard to say exactly. My friends ordered food to-go at the same time as we ordered our dine-in food, but we had an extremely long wait to get our food and ended up being later for the show we were catching at 7pm. There was an event going on, so hopefully it wasn't a typical experience and just a one-off. Overall, staff were incredibly friendly and the vibes were immaculate. I will be back.

    E C.

    Cajun-inspired restaurant in a strip mall by Food Lion. The crab stuffed beignets were our favorite. The seafood gumbo was very good too. Service was very friendly. Good takes a little time to prepare but it's worth it.

    Shrimp and grits's
    Jenell C.

    I've been gatekeeping this place for weeks, but it's time I say it out loud... Bon Temps is officially in my weekly rotation, and for very good reason. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I don't play about flavor. I wanted to really sit with this experience before writing a review, and after about six weeks of consistent visits, I can confidently say this place delivers every single time. Let's start with the location. It's tucked away in Midlothian in a small shopping center, and honestly, I love that. It's away from all the chaos, giving it this hidden gem energy. The space itself is intimate and cute, almost like a boutique-style restaurant with just the right amount of seating. Now the staff. Every time I walk in, I'm greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality. You can tell they care. They are still fairly new, not even four months in, but they are already finding their rhythm beautifully. The servers are attentive without being overbearing, and the bartender? Elite. The drinks are crafted with intention and flavor. The owners, especially the chef, are incredibly personable, and you can feel the passion they have for what they're building. Now let's talk about what really matters... the food. Bon Temps brings together Trinidadian and Creole influences, and the result is bold, flavorful, and unforgettable. The drinks deserve their own moment. The lychee martini is dangerously good. It's one of those drinks that tastes so smooth you almost forget what it's capable of until it sneaks up on you. I also asked for their take on a French 75, and now it's my go-to every single visit. As for the food, I've worked my way through about 60 percent of the menu, and I'm not stopping anytime soon. The Cantonese shrimp is one of my favorite appetizers. It does bring the heat, so if spice isn't your thing, proceed with caution, but the flavor is absolutely worth it. Pair it with the shrimp and grits, and it balances everything out perfectly. The seafood gumbo? Rich, flavorful, and easily one of the best I've had. And I've had a lot. But now... let me say this clearly and confidently. The oxtails are the best in Virginia. Yes, I said it. After talking with the chef and learning about the three-day prep process, it all makes sense. The flavor, the tenderness, the depth, it's unmatched. If you're in the RVA area and you don't try the oxtails here, you are doing yourself a disservice. They are a little pricey, but absolutely worth every dollar. The portions are generous too. I have never left without a to-go box, and it always makes for a perfect lunch the next day. Overall, Bon Temps is more than just a restaurant. It's an experience. It's passion, flavor, and intention all wrapped into one beautiful, tucked-away spot. 10 out of 10. I will absolutely keep coming back.

    Burger
    Jonique M.

    Everyone seems like they're nice people and the bar area is very cute but overall this just wasn't a good experience. They're understaffed. No one was around to greet us when we walked in. There were a few customers when we arrived but they weren't busy. We ordered pork belly but were later told it wouldn't be ready for another hour so we pivoted to wings. The default for the burgers I medium rare just fyi. Their $18 burger does not come with fries. Husband got the shrimp po boy that does not come with a sauce despite listing it on the menu. It's an extra $2 for a sauce and and it also doesn't come with fries. The wings were pretty good. Not the biggest fan of the sauce but they're the best thing we had. The burger was overcooked and forgettable. The beast sauce is barbecue based I guess and was nothing special. I wasn't a fan of the fries or the aioli. Po boy was fine, nothing to order again. Ironically we came here because I love lychee martinis but I never ordered one because there was no apparent bartender and I wasn't in the mood to pay for more disappointment. As we are wrapping up my husband realized we were charged for pork belly we never got. The waitress was very apologetic. They refunded the first charge then charged us for the correct amount. Other customers were enjoying their food (I heard people say they liked the shrimp and grits) but it was a miss for us. Oh random but the water in the bathroom is freezing cold when you go to wash your hands.

    Drink menu
    Keith C.

    We had a wonderful dining experience here. The food was absolutely delicious and so were the drinks. It was only their fifth day of opening and everything came out perfect and we did not have to wait long for the food. We had the shrimp and blue crab gumbo, shrimp and grits, pork belly appetizer, and tiger prawn appetizer along with some old-fashions. They were all wonderful. We forgot to take a picture of our dessert, which was a beignet with banana cream inside of it. It was so good! They have a nice lovely bar set up and the dining area was very nice and can accommodate a lot of people. We will definitely be back!

    Dominique M.

    Great atmosphere came when it wasn't crowded on a Sunday. Had the margarita pura with some scrumptious shrimp wontons and for my entree had the seafood gumbo. Very flavorful and tasty. I would recommend

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