Great meal! Another bookmark checked off! I stopped in for a quick solo lunch while in NOLA. It was pretty busy for a weekday lunch and it seemed the bartender was the only one serving the restaurant full of folks. I posted up at the bar thinking it would be my fastest option. He was damn efficient I have to say. He got me taken care of and in and out in no time. He even took time to answer some of my questions about the menu. It's your typical New Orleans place on the inside. Lots of random art, some awards for Ron, and a bunch of signed dollar bills pasted on the wall. I got the Yumbo Mumbo Gumbo, that's the Gumbo with fried shrimp added. Holy hell it was good! I realize that blasphemous, and kind of an oxymoron as well. I don't care, it was fucking fantastic!!! I cannot wait to come back here again! It will be a regular stop from here on out when I am down in the land before time. Come and get you some! If you don't like it, get out of the city now, you don't deserve to be here anyway. '26 - 93 read more

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What a waste of money! When I first arrived, I looked around to see if there was a designated area for to-go orders. I saw a waitress behind the bar area and told her I was there to pick up a to-go order. She just said, "Okay," and walked away to seat another couple. She didn't try to help me, check on my order, or even tell anyone that I was there. I finally asked her if I was standing in the right place, and she said yes. A little later, another waiter came to the hostess station, looked at me, and then she finally told him I was there for a to-go order. The service was bad, but unfortunately, the food was even worse. My gumbo had been sitting under the hostess station, and when I got it, it was COLD and extremely bland. It had more celery than anything else. I honestly don't understand these reviews because either they haven't had good gumbo before or we definitely have very different standards. This was hands down one of the worst gumbos I've ever eaten. I make gumbo waaaaay better than this myself! Definitely a waste of money, and I would not visit here again. read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Gumbo bland as hell! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

I found this restaurant on Yelp and decided to give it a try based on the positive reviews. Unfortunately, my first experience was disappointing, and I will not be returning. I ordered the shrimp creole with white rice, but my meal arrived with brown rice instead but without anyone informing me that the order had been changed. When I asked whether a partial discount or adjustment could be made since the meal was not prepared as ordered, I was told that the entire meal had to be taken back and replaced. No other accommodation was offered. The restaurant removed the dish from my bill and took the food, but I felt the situation could have been handled more professionally. A reasonable alternative would have been to offer a partial discount and allow me to keep the meal, especially since the issue resulted from the kitchen changing the order without notice. The atmosphere was decent, but service and customer accommodation matter just as much as the food. I also want to acknowledge that I am an African-American woman, and the fact that I was dining alone and did not order a large meal or multiple items may have influenced how my concern was handled. I cannot say that for certain, but the interaction left me feeling uncomfortable and undervalued. The owner made the final decision regarding the situation, which ultimately contributed to my disappointment. Chef Ron's handling of the matter is the primary reason I would not recommend this establishment. If you are deciding where to eat, I would suggest considering restaurants that communicate clearly, respect customers' orders, and handle mistakes with greater professionalism. read more

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I was looking for some good Cajun food near my hotel, and this place was literally a four-minute walk away. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere had a great vibe, and the beer was cold and inexpensive. The food was outstanding. I even had a chance to chat with the owner/chef, who came out of the kitchen and made a point of greeting customers. That says a lot about a place. Very cool spot, great food, great people, and a fun atmosphere. I highly recommend it. read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Red Fish. Very good. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

Came here with a group of friends. We were seated quickly and service was outstanding and there were about 16 of us. The food was great. I would definitely go back here again. In the past I've had their food from an event that was catered as well. I enjoyed the gumbo and a salad. Their portions are huge. read more

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Best gumbo ever! A must stop if you're in the area. Thank you for my incredible seafood gumbo. A variety of gumbos available. Yummy sweet tea too! read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Seafood gumbo and a sweet tea - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

My son and I were in town for a short weekend. This place was very good! Southern friendly hospitality, delicious food and had the pleasure of meeting Chef Ron! I had the Chicken Lexington (yum!) and my son got the red beans and rice. We both got a side of gumbo. We'll definitely be returning. Try this little hidden gem. You won't be sorry! read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop is definitely a great stop if you are looking for great gumbo. The place has that dive atmosphere pretty much down pat. The service is decent, but the real star here is the food. I went with gumbo and boudin balls and both were very good. The only complaint that I can say is that they added a dollar onto my bill for using my credit card. I would definitely recommend here. read more

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This little spot serves up an amazing New Orleans dish! Seafood Gumbo is the real deal. Cute bar with interesting staff. The parking lot is completely run down but certainly part of the charm. Don't pass by it if you are visiting. So many great restaurants but this is a definite New Orleans experience! read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Cute bar with lots of interesting atmosphere. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

The lady friend and I came for dinner on a random weekend night as she always wants to try different gumbos and well it's in the name so why not. The location isn't the greatest in a strip mall off the Causeway service road, and the parking lot was pretty full, so parking was a little difficult. They have at least made the strip mall look better in the last few years. Upon walking in, I set off some bell on the door that kept on dinging over and over. Completely my fault and for whatever reason my clumsy ass kept bumping into it. It seemed like some sort of bad skit in a Mr. Bean movie. The waitress who would end up being our server even chimed in about me making a racket. She had the personality of Flo from Mel's Diner and Squidward from SpongeBob's love child. We got seated and each ordered a chicken and sausage gumbo and an entree. My entree was a BBQ Shrimp Quesadilla. Both the gumbo and entree came out at the same time. This always is a pet peeve of mine. Which one am I supposed to let go cold? Anyway, the gumbo was delicious. Perfect. The BBQ shrimp quesadilla was too oily and hard to eat but the flavor was good. While eating, the table next to us asked the waitress what the size of the big bowl of gumbo was and she picked up mine and showed them while I was eating it. I'm no prude or anything but maybe just point at mine. Anyway, the gumbo is great, the service was....unique and the atmosphere was blah. Get the gumbo to go and enjoy at home where your family can treat you like crap instead of the server. read more

We met up with a friend of ours who lives in Baton Rouge, while we drove in from Gulfport MS. This place is an experience. The waitress acted like she was our crazy aunt and we were in her kitchen. Some might call it rude, I call it entertaining and family friendly. As we looked at the menu, one of us (not me) asked, "so what is your specialty?" Our waitress got almost in his face and responded, "why don't you read what is on top of the menu!?" Chef Ron's GUMBO shop. :D Our experience was great and so was the food, Chef Ron did not disappoint and our waitress, became like family...okay maybe a little bit too familiar. But at least we remember her, and the great food. read more

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It's a little tricky getting into the Gumbo Stop given its location along Causeway near the I-10 intersection. Keep that in mind, especially if you're coming from the north. I went with the half oyster po-boy and gumbo combo. The sandwich turned out pretty well, with a good amount of fried oysters that were clearly cooked fresh rather than sitting for a while. Pretty good bread too. The gumbo was a disappointment though. I guess I've spent too much time on the bayou down through the years, because anytime a bowl of gumbo shows up without a scoop of potato salad in it I'm disappointed. Worse still, this gumbo was flavorless, bland and completely lacking of spice. Were it not for the dark color, I would have not been able to tell the difference between this and the sort of store-bought gumbo that comes from a can. The server kept an eye on me and my drink of choice, so props for that. Also, beware going to the restroom here, as the door doesn't seem to lock. read more

Small local place that doesn't disappoint. Really fun inside with dollar bills signed on the walls. Chef Ron happened to be there was the nicest person friendly and talked with everyone. The fried chicken was outstanding, crispy, fresh, juicy. Takes sometime but it's worth it, the sides are as good, Mac n cheese and greens. The staff other than Chef Ron could be friendlier but I guess it was the end of the day and they were tired. You have to stop by and try this place. read more

The moment I walked in, I was greeted by a staff member and a unique, welcoming atmosphere. The walls were covered in countless one-dollar bills, each with its own individual message, which made for a fun and interesting place to sit. I went with takeout, and the service was incredibly fast. I got the 20-ounce Mumbo Gumbo with the rice on the side, a side of potato salad, and started with the boudin balls. The boudin balls were a great appetizer, they had a nice spicy kick, and I was pleased with the generous serving of five balls. The main was the Mumbo Gumbo, did not disappoint. It's a flavorful filé gumbo loaded with chicken, shrimp, crab meat, okra, and tomato. The 20-ounce serving was very filling and packed with flavor. The side of potato salad was a perfect accompaniment, adding a cool, creamy contrast that complemented the warm dish. My only regret is not trying the sweet tea. Based on the quality of everything else, I have a feeling it would have been delicious. I'll definitely be back to give it a try. read more

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I still love Chef Ron's. The Seafood Gumbo is so good that it's just ridiculous. I planned my trip to South Mississippi so I could go to Chef Ron's and I was just the 2nd customer to arrive today (for lunch). You can watch his videos on YouTube, I think the secret is the time investment and skipping the shortcuts. This time I got 16 ounce Seafood gumbo and add a side order of grilled shrimp. read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Front of the restaurant - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

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The ambiance has REAL character. The servers here are always the greatest. The food is a hidden gem. Sometimes as a chef you have to be a Gordon Ramsay because good food has to be done right- or not at all. This restaurant reflects on everyone in the city, they won't allow anything mediocre. read more

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We found Ron's randomly driving around our friends neighborhood and we are so lucky we did! So good we went back twice! The atmosphere is decorated with dollar bills from customers and classic New Orleans style, but the food is what's most important. First trip I had Gumbo and my love had Jambalaya. Both delicious, full of meat and rice and flavor. We took some gumbo home to our friends it was so delicious. They were extra cautious for us as our friend as a shell fish allergy! So we really appreciated that. Second time around , my love stayed with the Jambalaya and I had the catfish and Mac and cheese. While the catfish was delicious, the Mac wasn't my favorite. Still a worthwhile meal and cool place to visit read more

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2nd visit: Dominic was busy so we got a different server. The new server with long Ponytail dude was not very professional. He took off before we finished ordering the food. He ignored us everytime he walked past our table. We tried to tell him that we have a flight to catch, but he does not seemed to care, not until after my husband got upset. When the food finally came, everything was good except the mango salad, it had 1 long dirty blond hair in it. We wanted to tell our server but he didn't even bother to stop by. We don't want to miss our flight so we just paid and left. read more

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Having only one day this trip in New Orleans I scouted out the best reviewed gumbo restaurant on yelp. This place did not disappoint! Chef Ron's Gumbo Shop is a must-visit when you're in New Orleans! The food was absolutely delicious and full of that authentic New Orleans flavor. The gumbo was rich, filled with sausage, chicken, okra and shrimp and sooo flavorful, you could really taste the care that went into every dish. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed, dollar bills with good wishes all over the walls. Top forty music playing, the whole experience felt like a true taste of New Orleans. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Cajun and Creole food, definitely put Chef Ron's Gumbo Shop on your list. We loved it and will absolutely be back! read more

Not sure how I discovered this gem of a restaurant on my many trips to New Orleans. I've been commuting from Hawaii to work in the movie business. This quaint place is in Metairie to be exact. I've sampled countless Seafood Gumbo in many eateries in Louisiana. And Chef Ron's delicacies became my favorite place to satisfy my hunger. Until we meet again. read more

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I'm from the Big Easy and have eaten more than my share of gumbo, however this was my first time to visit this restaurant. Chef Ron has nine varieties of gumbo, ranging from the classic seafood to the ultimate gumbo which is file' gumbo with chicken, shrimp, crawfish, sausage and topped with fried catfish and oysters. Sounds like a winner, but I stuck with the basic chicken and sausage gumbo with okra and tomato. This had a rich, dark roux and good flavor. To me, the gumbo needed 3 additions to warrant a 5 star rating: a little more chicken stock because this was thick thick, a lot more chicken and sausage. Hmmm, don't know if there was even 2 ounces of protein in my bowl. And lastly some heat-more than Tabasco. Perhaps a touch of cayenne or Tony's. The restaurant itself is inviting and comfortable. Love the dollar bills. Looks like a cool place to have a beer at the bar. read more

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Chef Ron is a treasure and his food is absolutely delicious. I recommend the stuffed gumbo. You can't go wrong.

Very delicious, friendly service. Also lots of gluten-free options! We ordered 2 orders of Crawfish Etoufee and Shrimp Creole, Jambalaya is also very delicious read more

Found this place on Yelp. Was driving in from Jackson Mississippi to catch a flight but wanted to treat my mom to something before we flew out. I come to New Orleans often but never really too many places outside of French quarters. This was worth every bit of the stop. Met chef Ron personally and he is a really kind and polite guy. He walked up and started talking to me as if he knew me. Made us feel at home. The food was delicious and the price was unbelievably inexpensive. The portions were huge. The service was fast and the decor was nice with money all over the walls with little messages. Was a little disappointed that he stopped the tradition cuz we definitely wanted to take our money to the wall and write a message. Will definitely be back read more

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The seafood gumbo had a deep, rich flavor with plenty of shrimp and crab in every bowl. I also tried the stuffed shrimp, and it was cooked perfectly without feeling too heavy, making it a meal I'd gladly order again. read more

SERVICE - 10/10 ATMOSPHERE -10/10 FOOD - 1000/10 My Fiancé & I stopped here on our trip and we are just blown away. Food was delicious, service was fast and we got our food in 5-10 mins. Crab Cakes were like no other, and so was the Crawfish étouffée. My fiancé said the Jefferson was the best chicken fried steak he has ever had. We will be back Ron !!! read more

Hands down a must stop every time we visit new orleans! You wont be disappointed! Im not sure which meal to pick as my favorite... and theres still bread pudding you cant go without! read more

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Disappointed with the food. Period. Red beans and rice......... no. I am from out of town. So just knew this was going to be the bomb. Yuck. It was too bland. Food splashed about and my pet peeve, my glasses or cups with fingers in my drinks. read more

The food was ok. Was kinda bland especially the potato salad. Was a bit disappointed. All looked good though. Cornbread was AMAZING!!! Moist and great! Service was good but pretty much only people there. It's a cute little restaurant. Close to hotel. Would go again. read more

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Our hotel's staff recommended Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop, saying we should visit this place to get authentic Southern food. We came on Saturday evening. Inside was spacious, with walls covered with dollar bills. The staff was friendly and welcoming. We came in near their closing time, but our server accommodated us. We got Gator bites, Classic Seafood Gumbo, and Chicken Jefferson. The gator bites were delicious. It was my first time eating alligator meat. They were crunchy, and the meat was tender. Moreover, the gumbo was terrific. It had rich and deep flavors that blended well together. Honestly, it was the best gumbo I ever tasted. Lastly, the Chicken Jefferson was great. It was like fried chicken in a shrimp/crawfish sauce. It was seasoned well and tasted fresh. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner at Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop. The portions were generous, and the prices were affordable. read more

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Great seafood gumbo and plenty of choices on the menu. The staff was friendly. There were four in my group who stayed talking for an hour. No rush. read more

Last minute stop for lunch the other day while running errands in Metairie. Wow, the good reviews are totally correct. Great, friendly service. Quiet, clean dining room. Big bowls of delicious gumbo for reasonable prices. Add some potato salad you won't regret it. read more

You find a good place. Nice ladies waiting tables. Chef comes out and talks to patrons. Unbelievable food. Great place! read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

Lacked flavor for me. I've NEVER had Gumbi this Bland. Service was very Good. Did to go. Ambiance was mere.

Went here in Metairie after a tennis tournament with my mom and sister. Sad to say but I think this is the first time I ever had a true po-boy. Great environment here, I love the dollar bills decorated along all the walls here. All the unnecessary decorations really give it the heart that you want in a place like this. I got a roast beef po-boy and must say it was very good, wished it was a little juicier, meet was a little dry. Service itself was fine, nothing special, although I will say one of the managers came around a couple times and asked us how our food and time was, I appreciated that. Total experience score: 90/100 read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Entrance wall - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

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The food was the most blandest I've ever tasted. No season no presentation. The service was everywhere no real coordination. Long faces no smiles but did greet us at the door. The ambiance was small tight and parking isn't so great. Where's the real gumbo in New Awlins? read more

I had to stop by here while visiting NOLA for the first time. They didn't have any savory veggie options for me but there were a few different desserts to choose from. I got the staple bread pudding since this is what NOLA is known for. Since I had to catch a flight in a few hours, the plan was to just sample and not eat the entire thing. However, it was amazing and I ate most of it :) There were peach slices in there, a nice added twist. The caramel sauce was my favorite and paired so nicely with the bread. The gentleman that waited on me made me a refreshing mocktail at the bar and also did a little dance while bringing out my dessert. Cute lil place right off the highway with a great, humble staff. Would definitely return again if I were visiting. read more

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop - Bread Pudding - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Metairie, Louisiana

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Had a wonderful experience here. Our waitress was soo nice and personable, excellent service. We had the bbq shrimp quesadillas, bayou scampi (made with rice), crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, greens, and gumbo. The food was great! Would probably not reorder the greens or gumbo we felt both needed more flavor. Everyone has there gumbo base preference and this was not it for me but others may enjoy it. It was brown base and kind of thick. Otherwise I would definitely go back and for everything else this place deserves 5 stars. read more

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The classic seafood gumbo is always amazing. My husband had the special of Dirty Mac and cheese with fried fish. It was so creamy and flavorful. Side of red beans was good. This is one of our favorite places. Service is always great and consistent. read more

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The combo oyster and gumbo was disappointing obviously the prices on the menu is not the same. $16.99 for oyster sandwich which was maybe 4 inches the bread was over toasted and hard. The gumbo was predominantly okra, very dark and a little bit of shrimp, it definitely wasn't seafood gumbo. Overly seasoned supposedly gumbo with an abundance of thyme and greasy served with mediocre rice. I don't think I will ever dine there again. At one time this was a really good place to eat, not for anyone who has tasted really good gumbo. read more