I prefer my appetizer come BEFORE my meal. Not with. Our server was not very friendly and disappeared. Strange because it was a slow night with just only a few other tables indoors. My shrimp po-boy was in no way "loaded" with shrimp and mine and my mother's were dry with no mayo, tartar sauce or whatever usually comes on sandwiches. Very dry. Food was edible but not worth driving 35 miles for especially with all the other options in Monroe. read more

Fantastic atmosphere, service and food. The catfish and meat pies were perfect. Our server was attentive and fast. Couldn't ask for more.

I love this place. It is reliably great. The food is great, and served quickly. The service is great (my last experience with Riley, and she was wonderful), and there is no better place to sit outdoors and enjoy the bayou. I love the roast beef poboy. And the coleslaw is excellent. read more

Catahoula’s - Roast Beef Poboy. - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

We stop by for a beverage and Emma seated us. Answered all our questions and made suggestions. Very attentive and friendly with a wonderful smile. We will be back and the food was delicious. Also loved looking at the Bayou a great place. read more

Poor employees are treated like trash. The food was mediocre bar food at best. I wouldn't go back

Location and service amazing. Food was good but nothing. Wonderful outdoor seating, brought our dog as we're traveling. read more

Burgers were delicious! Sat outside...nice view of the bayou! Our server, Riley, was fantastic!! read more

My wife and I were in Monroe, LA shopping and decided to dine out for lunch at Catahoula's on the Bayou. I had seen the other reviews and they were mostly negative ratings with a couple positive ratings. Even so, I decided to try it for myself. When we got there around 12:30pm on a Saturday, we found the parking lot filled and a line of people out of the entrance! I immediately thought this place must be great to have this many people wanting to eat here! My wife suggested we do our shopping first then return for a late lunch. I agreed and we did just that. We returned around 2:30pm and had to just a mostly filled parking lot with some open spaces. After about a 10 to 15 minute wait we were seated outside on the back patio area. I ordered the appetizer sampler (pick three items from a list of six items) with Natchitoches meat pies, fried mushrooms, and fried pickles. For my main entree I chose the Catahoula Burger. 1/3 pound patty, bacon, habanero jack cheese, jalapeños, chipotle ranch, tomato, and grilled onions. (I had them hold the bacon). With a side of fries. The burger was delicious, but not very spicy (at least to me, but I routinely eat very spicy foods). The fries were awesome, not too much salt and they were crisp and crunchy! The inside dining area was rather loud, but it's a sports bar with tvs on the walls and it was a bit crowded too. The outside patio was almost as crowded, but without the tvs and no walls for the sounds to echo off of. Plus there was a nice breeze for our enjoyment along with a view of the bayou. The staff was polite, professional, and pleasant. Our food was delivered after just a couple minutes and the server made sure our needs were met. I am pleased to say we had a very enjoyable lunch at Catahoula's on the Bayou. read more

Catahoula's is a great, casual spot for lunch. I ended up here after a work thing. It was recommended by a friend who lives in the area. When we were driving there I noticed a bayou and cypress trees. I asked him if it was man made so they would feel like they are part of Louisiana and not Arkansas. He didn't find it funny. Our server was great. She was super friendly and helpful and a great salesperson. She even convinced me to get a burger that came with gravy since that's what all the locals do. I made her put it on the side since who in their right mind eats burgers with gravy. Anyway, the gravy was good but I am still not convinced it belongs on a burger. Minus that, the burger was great. I will definitely be back. If you're looking for a casual spot with a great view, Catahoula's should be on your list. read more

Catahoula’s - Hangover burger - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

This will be a rip review! If you say you are open until 3, then serve until 3. We got here on a Sunday afternoon at 2:29 only to be told that the kitchen is closed. From the looks of things, that may have been a blessing. read more

No wait, beautiful views outside, and solid service. The highlight of everything was the service by the cheerful young lady. We asked for a lot, and she did everything with a smile. The food was good, not great. We ordered catfish, wings, fried mushrooms & meat pies app, curly fries, regular fries, salads, and grilled shrimp poboy. The poboy was described as the shrimp being piled high, but there were 5 medium to small sized shrimp on each half of the bread, hardly piled high. A good dinner overall. read more

Friendly staff! Delicious food! Neat location! Fish tacos and fries were great! Pasta salad and chicken salad sandwich were tasty!

I don't really get the negative reviews. Although, I'm from out of town and probably ordered something pretty basic and hard to screw up. This little restaurant/bar is situated near the water. I want to say it's either the bayou or river in town but half the time I can't figure out which is which. I came here for lunch with my family on one of the days I was visiting and it was somewhat still fairly early. Like just opening early. They have daily lunch specials which is nice for the wallet. I went with a half a po boy and picked the pasta salad as my side. I'm really glad I went with a half because a whole is absolutely massive. Opted for grilled shrimp and was pleased that the pasta salad wasn't saturated in mayo and was actually a vinaigrette. Saving my waist line one struggle meal at a time. The shrimp were pretty large and plentiful and the bread was soft and had a nice bounce to it. I really like when they don't give you half stale french bread that chews up the roof of your mouth. So this po boy was a huge winner for me. Things I couldn't care for were the appetizers my dad ordered. We got fried pickles and the fried mushrooms. The mushrooms were okay. The pickles were so salty they were nearly inedible. For me. My family still ate them but they'll eat everything. I can't speak for the drinks because half of my immediate family gave up drinking completely recently and I tried to restrain myself to some degree on this trip. But they sold frozen drinks that would have been tempting and maybe the route I would have gone on. The food is cheap, the service was fast and friendly. I really can't find anything to complain about other than please for the love of god lay off the salt. read more

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Great service and tasty food. Mom got the catfish poboy and said it was very good, we'll-dressed and plenty of catfish. Got warm bread pudding which was delicious. We'll be back next time through. read more

Catahoula’s - Natchitoches meat pies. There are 5 to an order but I are 2:) These are delicious. - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Catahoula's cheese fries are to-die-for! Their wings are naked and taste like Pluckers medium heat. So delicious. read more

Catahoula’s - Cheese fries appetizer - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Never had a bad meal. Love sitting out on the patio. Service is fast and super friendly! Food is great!

Best experience I've ever had. Kylie was the best waitress ever. So thoughtful and caring. Would 10/10 dine with her again.

We showed up last Saturday with 3 of our basketball teams and families- took over most of the restaurant. The staff was EXCELLENT in serving us! The food was great and we will be back when we have another tournament in the area! read more

I wish I can leave 0 stars lol. I told my husband I did not want to come here because the first time I came I was disappointed. However, I believe in second chances so I went along with it. Again I was DISAPPOINTED AND DISGUSTED. I ordered a poboy and they gave me a small half slice of tomato and very few shreds of lettuce. SKIMPY!!! They expect for customers to pay and tip yet they are so skimpy with their food. You might as well go to brookshires or something and cook for yourself a meal that will be worth your money. They're not just skimpy with food but the taste of the food isn't great either. read more

Catahoula’s - Catfish poboy with minimum lettuce and tomato and very small slices of catfish. - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Tried this place when they first opened and the food was just not good. I figured maybe because they were fairly new. Fast forward and decided to try them again and it was just a fail again. The catfish bites taste dirty and the service was just terrible. read more

Service was not great. Food was not great. Margarita was an average at best. The do have a nice place to eat outside by the bayou.

I love the food and service here. They are excellent. Being seated on the outside patio is a must in the spring and summer. Taking in the view of the river is beautiful. read more

service was okay. The host was also our server so she wasn't really paying attention to us. The food was great read more

Catahoula’s - Shrimp and Grits - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Stopped for a quick bite before a flight. Carree was great and the service was so smooth!

Really loved this place at first...but the past few trips have been less than desirable. Poor slow service. Food sometimes not so good. Ugh...trying to stay happy. read more

Service was fast and friendly. Sat outside looking at the river but had to go back inside because it was a bit too cool. I had the catfish bites for an appetizer and it was delicious. Little nuggets of catfish. Ordered the shrimp po boy with fries. The po boy was very good. I've had po boys with more shrimp on it but it was very good. Soft bread and well seasoned shrimp. read more

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Excellent. Fried catfish was outstanding and the tartar sauce was their own special recipe. Outstanding. Will definitely go again. Very close to the ULM campus. read more

Came here with my family for our first visit and I will definitely be coming back!!! The waitress was very sweet and tentative my drink never went empty, we all got burgers and the Catahoula burger was absolutely delicious. I forgot the name I think it was the sunrise mixed drink it was also very good. Add to the fact that this might be the most beautiful outdoor dining experience in Ouachita Parish makes it all the more better. Whoever designed and built the restaurant also did a fantastic job the restaurant is very nice. Really good spot for a date night or just visiting with friends. Catahoula's is a great addition to the Monroe area give them a try you won't be disappointed!!! read more

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We had great service and great food. You can tell by the wait staff that the owner supports ULM and college students . I support that even if we would have had a bad experience. read more

This place's food is not to be taken seriously. I bought almost 70 dollars worth of food and every member of my family was very disappointed with each meal. I was there to pick food up on time, food was soggy and cold. At least have the decency microwave what's been sitting out. Laughable. Listen to what people have to say, you won't hear much positive, if any. Woah this is aggravating, never again. I'd be better off waiting in line at a homeless shelter. Can't stress it enough, why are y'all even a restaurant? Just be a bar. read more

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Service was great however food was only mediocre fries were good the cole slaw was trash.... garlic Parm wings trash definitely do not recommend for a good meal ... Bar was cool !!! read more

Catahoula’s - Garlic Parm wings - American Near Me - Monroe, Louisiana

Absolutely loved the food and service my coworker and I received here. Worked here for a week and chose to eat 3 out of 5 meals here!

STAY FAR FAR AWAY FROM THIS ONE! This makes our second time visiting this place. First Time, it has lousy employee service and wait staff. Then there was today: Have you ever CHEWED on a Rubber TIRE??? I ordered the Grilled Chicken Sandwich and was totally unedible! Tough as an OLD TIRE, OVER COOKED BEYOND BELIEF. This place needs to hire people who know how to cook and NOT ruin the food. When I brought it to the Servers attention, she said she would talk to the manager. Told her I should not be charged for this, I left half the sandwich on the plate with the FORK stuck in it. The manager only offered me a LOUSY $3.00 discount off the sandwich. Total Garbage. If I could give this Restaurant a NEGATIVE RATING I WOULD GIVE IT MINUS 10! Then the kicker came when we went to check out. Seems this place also charges a 4 percent service Charge for credit / debit cards. No where is any sign or information posted stating this fact. So, get a lousy $3 discount for the RuBBER TIRE Sandwich and then get charge 4 percent on top of that. THIS RESTAURANT SHOULD BE AVOIDED AT ALL COSTS, IT IS REALLY BAD! My Wife and I will NOT be back. read more

Had high hopes, disappointed. Wait staff was pleasant and attentive. The ambiance was nice enough. The food was disappointing and the menu limited. read more

Solid food choices with good service in a nice location, several meal choices and burgers are good imo. Nice location to enjoy your meal on the banks of bayou read more

Oh my goodness!! Where have I been for the last year and a half - wait, wait, wait .... we have all gone through the "COVID Pandemic". I have just eaten at Catahoula's for the very first time and it is my absolute favorite new restaurant to eat... and I can't wait to come back !! From the moment you enter - the ambience inside with all the Louisiana art (I am a huge Blue Dog, George Rodrigues fan)... to the wonderful setting on the bayou, it is a welcome breath of fresh air to our community!! All the wait staff and other employees are extremely cordial and knowledgeable of their food offerings. Next comes the menu - oh my the variety and the diversity of food goodness - offers something for everyone! Now comes the food ... As we sayin my house - " make you wanna slap yo momma" - but you best not - for your own good - that's some good eats !! Thank you Shane Smiley and staff! It was a wonder experience and we will be back soon. read more

Mackenzie Bell was a great server! 10/10! The food and drinks are the best in Monroe!!

I would have ranked this place higher if service had have been better. The food was ok but the waitress was completely aloof. She acted as if she did not want to serve us. This was our first trip here and every question we asked was answered in a snarky condescending manner. We are great tippers but left a very small tip because of the little service we received. Shrimp po boys were good and enjoyed the fries, but I won't be back due to service. read more

First time to try this place and we were not disappointed. Great view of the bayou, clean dining & restrooms, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. Hubs had the mixed seafood platter and I had a southwest salad with shrimp. Shared the meat pies app. All was very good. We had an early dinner/late lunch so it wasn't crowded. We will be back! read more

the food was terrible and the service was worse! waitress was very impatient and quite rude! have been a few times (3 to be exact) and the treatment was all the same, horrible! and yes I'm a black woman read more