Stopped by Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe while driving through Rayne and was glad we gave it a try. I had the seafood gumbo and a fried shrimp plate. The gumbo had a rich flavor without being overly salty, and the shrimp were cooked just right with a light, crispy breading. read more

The food was delicious and seasoned well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was outstanding and the restaurant has a comfortable setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not overly noisy and no excessively loud music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My only complaint is that they serve swai fish. I prefer Louisiana catfish. read more

Service was extremely poor. We hadn't ordered dessert for a company dinner of sixteen people and were told we had to leave at 8:30 PM, not even any coffee was offered or allowed!!The meal very was mediocre at best!! Will never eat there again!! read more

This place is a one of a kind. We had the fish bites as an appetizer and they were so yummy. Very fresh and crunchy. My husband had the ribeye and fried noodles and I had the 1/2 & 1/2 etouffee. Both were wonderful. The steak was great with no sauce or addition, just their signature spice blend grilled onto it. And my crawfish & etouffee...wow. The coating on the crawfish was like none I've had before. Light and airy and oh so crunchy. A delight for the mouth and taste buds! The etouffee was so tasty, just the right flavor and spice. Even their tea was perfect. Lastly, the owner and employees were absolutely attentive and entertaining. We had great conversations and attention. We absolutely love this restaurant and will come here anytime we're nearby. I even bought their signiture seasoning blend! Wish I could give them more than 5 stars. read more

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Really enjoyed the food, everything was as I expected. Good Cajun prepared food. Seasoned well but not over done. Service was excellent ! Would recommend highly. read more

Food great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Room cold, weather chilly for this region.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was spot on. We will return read more

What a perfect night out! Terrific food, and such hospitality! DW had the Blackened Fish Etoufee, which was swai. Despite her usual misgivings about swai, she was enthusiastic about this dish (plus, etoufee sauce makes everything better). I had the Crab White Lake, which was crab on top of crab on top of eggplant, all under boutte sauce. Despite having sworn off eggplant over a half century ago, I ate it tonight, and it was superb! Even the rolls provided to "finish up" the sauces were perfect. The (manager? owner?) came by from time to time to engage us in welcome conversation. We expressed our appreciation of the meal to the point where he graced us with a complimentary peach bread pudding dessert. So divine! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even the architecture and decor were comfort food for the soul, including an old-fashioned foyer with a half-story staircase, just like in a B&W movie.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We stopover in the Lafayette area periodically, and Chef Roy's will definitely get future visits from us! read more

Enjoyed a lovely dinner of Crab and Corn Chowder followed by fried shrimp and crab cake with grilled string beans. The service was wonderful and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the setting was great[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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I stopped in here on a Thursday for a late lunch with my mom. We were seated right away. The waitress was super nice and so helpful. We both loved her. For my Main I ordered the Grilled Shrimp & Crab Cake Combo with Tartar Sauce, a Side Salad with Fig Vinaigrette Dressing, and a side of Sweet Potato Fries. My mom ordered the lunch portion of the Crab White Lake. -Grilled Shrimp & Crab Cake Combo: The shrimp were grilled perfectly and the Tartar Sauce was creamy with just enough bite to it. The Crab Cake was one of the best I've had in a very long time. It tasted fresh and I could see that it was full of the jumbo lump crab. There was some sauce over the Crab Cake that looked exactly the same as what was on my mom's dish so I'm sure it was the crab meat and crawfish boutte sauce. The sauce was super tasty and very good. I would ask for it on the side next time so I could taste the Crab Cake by itself first before adding in the sauce. -Side Salad: The salad was well done and enjoyable. If I remember correctly, I think the waitress said all of the dressings are made in house. For sure, the Fig Vinaigrette is and it was on the creamier and thicker than a traditional vinaigrette, but I liked that and it was super tasty. I really enjoyed it. -Sweet Potato Fries: They were thick and long and big, but tasty and I would definitely consider ordering them again. Would probably be good dipped on the Peppercorn Ranch Dressing. -Crab White Lake: My mom only ate half her meal and let me take her leftovers home. I ate it for supper the same day and it was so good even leftover. I can see why the waitress said it is one of their most popular dishes. I not only would go back, I actively want to make a point to. The food was of far higher quality than expected and the service was exceptional. I will be looking for an excuse to exit into Rayne the next time I'm headed that way just so I can stop in here to eat again. read more

Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe - Grilled Shrimp & Crab Cake Combo with Sweet Potato Fries - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Rayne, Louisiana

This place is good. The food was great. Some of the freshest shrimp I've ever had. One of the owners walked around and make sure everybody was good. read more

Everything is wonderful! It was my husband's favorite place to eat. He traveled all over the world but Chief Roy's was his favorite place to eat. We all love Chief Roy's. My daughter loves the crab cakes. Our sons love the seafood platters. I love the seafood salad. When we have friends from out of town they always want to go to Chief Roy's. The wait staff is always so pleasant and helpful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We love the look of the place.It is just a pleasant place to be.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Mr Robert sure knows what he is doing. read more

We love this place!! We had our wedding reception here 22 years ago.. we have our Anniversary lunch here every year.. I love the petite plate crab cake and shrimp.. my husband gets the crawfish enchiladas so good.. and oyster appetizer.. with pepper jelly.. they did serve at one time crawfish egg rolls.. they were delicious!! We recently brought my family here from Virginia.. they Loved the food as well!! Hope this place stays open for many more of our anniversary's to come!! read more

Food was great I had the shrimp salad, and gumbo. Service was incredible. The owner walks seeing and check to make sure you are ok.

Well they had lunch options. They had grilled shrimp on the menu. They would not offer a smaller lunch option on grilled shrimp. Really? What happened to pleasing customers. Oh well, with that attitude we are not going back. read more

Super service great food and good company! Had lunch with my two sisters and mom on her 98th birthday. Good time was had by all!!!!

Good food. Good service. Food is a little pricy, but very good. Lunch menu has good options. read more

If you are in Rayne LA you have to stop at Chef Roy's it is a classic. Every time I am in town I stop to get some Crawfish Ettoufee! It gives off fine dining, hometown, home-cooked, southern meals! Not to mention they also have a bar area! The service was quick and super friendly! The food was delicious! read more

Table of 4 Fish- great Seafood platter- Great Crawfish fettuccini- Great Crab cakes- Definitely Hamburger steak- good Wait staff was great. Right off I-10 so stop in! You won't regret it! read more

My husband and I were driving around looking for diner and stumbled on this little place. It was quite a find. First off our waitress , Kelli. , was outstanding. My husband wanted a salad. She recommended all of the salad dressings, as they were made in house. She said the fig vinaigrette was one of her favorites. I had the blue cheese. Very nice. Creamy with chunks. The fig vinaigrette was very nice. Sweet and tart. I had the Crab White Lake. A crab cake over fried eggplant covered in a cheesy, creamy sauce. Then sprinkled with lump crab meat. The owner, Robert came by and spoke with us. Very nice guy. Great corn and crab bisque. Overall 5/5 experience. read more

Just passing through 2024: stopped here on our way to MS for a few days. The reviews were great so why not? They open at 11am for three hours then open back up again for dinner. If you're there at 10:50 the parking lot is empty but I encourage you to stay put because at 11:05 the parking lot was full. We shared the Chef Roy platter which consisted of oysters, redfish, stuffed shrimp, red pepper shrimp and crab cake with etoufee over rice. We also had the eggplant fries. It was almost too much but we managed. The staff manages the crowd with class and humor. Great find. Don't miss if you're in Rayne LA read more

The service and food are outstanding. My family has been a loyal customer for too many years that I care to mention. We began with the original Chef Roy Lyons and followed him to three different locations until settling at the Rayne location that seems to be the last. The service and the food has always been extraordinary. In fact, I held my wedding reception and my Mom and Dad's 50th wedding reception here and couldn't have been more pleased. We had guests from many different areas and they were all very complimentary. Can't wait to go back again. read more

I kissed a frog and found my prince! As if that wasn't exciting enough, that adventure was followed by one almost as delicious! My prince and I found Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe ... the epitome of casual fine dining! Everything on the menu looked scrumptious, and neither of us was disappointed in our selections. First, we sampled the fried oysters topped with pepper jelly (sautéed onions in the middle). For his entree, Carl got the Crab White Lake (fried eggplant topped with a crab cake & covered with crab meat & crawfish boutte sauce). Mine is a tuna steak salad; the tuna was grilled perfectly - medium rare - and the dressing was a house-made fig balsamic vinegarette, which was originally created for their duck breast salad. Dessert is peach bread pudding with just a hint of nutmeg. YUMMY STUFF!!! Our server, Angela, was attentive and friendly and the owner, Robert, came by to chat with us twice. Turns out, Roy - the original owner - passed away from Alheizmers several years ago but I believe he would be proud of the legacy he left behind. If you find yourself in this part if Louisiana, treat yourself to this treasure. You can thank me later! read more

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First, let me say how kind the owner is. Or at least I think he's the owner. He walks round getting to know all of his customers and checks on everyone. The servers are all so kind and the restaurant is so family oriented. My favorite appetizer is the homemade chips with queso. It's so good it seems sinful. Lol My husband loves their seafood platter and I usually get the chicken and pasta dish. They also have really great steaks. I wish they had more dessert options, but this e restaurant is still a really amazing choice if your craving great Cajun food. Enjoy! read more

Drove from east Lafayette 45 minutes to come and eat this crawfish!!!! I cant figure out the special taste.... So I guess I gotta come back again soon. read more

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Lunch today was excellent. The gumbo was the best I have ever eaten. It had the best flavor and was full of seafood. The frog legs were cooked perfect, very tender and flavorful. The service was excellent and the restaurant is pretty. Excellent place for a date. read more

We had the crab white lake it was delicious. I highly recommend it. The place is packed and now I know why.

Chef Roy's has remained consistently very, very GOOD for years. This is one of "those places" that, when you first try it, you'll be sorry for not going earlier. About 1 minute off the Rayne-LA 35 Exit, it is an oasis of real Cajun foods, especially local seafood preparations. This is the REAL THING, so much better than New Orleans imitations! Big paved parking lot wraps around. Fuel nearby. Easy on-&-off Interstate. And, the prices are reasonable, so that there is great price-value here. Don't miss this popular locals & Cajun travelers' dining spot ! Rick read more

This place was recommended to us by the owner of the b&b we stayed at. So glad we listened. The service was fine-nothing spectacular, but most of the food was delicious! The crab cakes and the corn and crab bisque are AH-MAZ-ING! Fried shrimp was excellent and the fish was cooked perfectly. We tried the eggplant fries which were okay but bland without the creole sauce that comes with it. We will definitely come back. read more

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We are residents of Rayne and long time regulars at Chef Roys. The fried shrimp are absolutely the BEST and is consistent every time. Competition is stiff in Acadiana for such food and you will for certain enjoy. This is their only location and the attention given to it will not be beat. read more

This was a very nice place to go eat out on a Saturday evening with family. The food was so freaking amazing. The crab White Lake was the absolutely best thing ever oh my goodness I was truly in my happy place enjoying this dish. The service was great the food was excellent and prompt, We hardly had to wait between the appetizers the salad and the meal itself My experience here was just phenomenal. I definitely recommend if you are traveling on I 10 near Rayne Louisiana and you are hungry definitely stop and give this place a try it is so worth it you will not be disappointed. read more

I've been twice to Chef Roy and was very impressed both times. Nice atmosphere and clean. Service was excellent. Great place for a date!

Absolutely wonderful food here. Stopped through while driving from Florida back to Houston. Had the crab lake meal and the fried shrimp and boy, was it delicious. Pam waited on us and made the experience even better. The eggplant was perfect and overall just don't have anything but great things to say about the place. read more

Very good food and service. Never have been disappointed. We have dined here for years.

Looking for a place to eat while driving from Texas to Mississippi. Wanted good food, clean place, and not too far off the highway. Well we got all three plus the friendliest waitress ever! We had gumbo, shrimp etouffee with extra shrimp and the bread pudding. We left very satisfied! The staff is so sweet and came to check on us. The place is fairly quiet which is great so you can talk and hear each other. Loved it! read more

Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Rayne, Louisiana

Excellent stop on the way through Cajun Country. Did you know that Rayne (pronounced Rain) is the Frog Capital of the World? This small town refers to itself as Frog City and for a frog loving fool like myself, I'm glad I found it. Nice decor, great staff and frog legs! A rare find. I had the crab and corn soup and the frog leg etouffee (half and half) which was a good portion of frog leg etouffee and two fat pairs of fried frog legs. I could not have been happier. Then Robert, a super guy and the manager had me try the grilled version of frog legs and I was beyond HAPPY. For those who are not bonkers over frog legs, they do have many other unique items, and for the many people sitting around me, their dishes looked delish and all hands were working their plates quickly. Easy to get to, just off I10. read more

From the great food, the location right off of I-10, to the courteous waitress, and the manager checking in only put it over the top. Pepper Jelly Oysters & Shrimp Fest with shrimp gumbo, boiled shrimp, grilled shrimp, fried shrimp, pepper jelly shrimp, stuffed shrimp, coconut shrimp, shrimp etouffee. Also a twice baked potato. All were outstanding. Definitely worth a stop if looking for CAJUN food. read more

Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe - Pepper Jelly Oysters & Shrimp Fest. All were outstanding. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Rayne, Louisiana

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Food and service was great! Seafood gumbo was soo good has to be homemade. Had blackened catfish topped with crawfish etouffee. They let me substitute some grilled green for rice. Absolutely wonderful Warm welcoming Cajun atmosphere reminds me of my husband's family from Lafayette. We will definitely be back. read more

Best restraint in Rayne in my opinion they have amazing staff and the food is a amazing way to show the culture of Louisiana

Great place to stop right off the interstate in Rayne, LA. Yummy Cajun food, full bar with martinis, delicious desserts, and very reasonable prices. My husband and I shared the Shrimp Festival, which allowed me to try several of their scrumptious shrimp items including coconut beer shrimp with a tangy marmalade to dip, pepper jelly shrimp, boiled shrimp, fried shrimp, stuffed shrimp, shrimp étouffée, and shrimp gumbo. They gave us baskets of warm bread rolls and a side salad came with the meal so really plenty for two at a decent price of $24.99. The service was also very friendly and fast, and the atmosphere was somewhat like a bed n breakfast. No music in the background, but as the restaurant filled up, the chatter filled the silence. I definitely recommend it to anyone who lives in this area or needs a pit stop off I10. read more

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My family stopped here on the way home from Florida. The restaurant was clean. The food was really delicious. The service was quick, and the parking lot was big enough to park our travel trailer in. Would stop here again. read more