Always quick and friendly service. Very much the "Cheers" of Lake Charles with a local vibe and…read moreinstant friends. Bartenders are always fast with the refills and conversation. Def recommend!

I found it very cozy. You could hold a conversation without screaming. Yes it's small but if you…read morewant to just have a bit of conversation and a few good drinks it's a great choice. Shawn

I did not order any food and was just there for some drinks. The place is big but small if you…read morecould imagine that idea... a lot of kids in the crowd. Most of the playing musicians friends. The music is somewhat good but could be better... the collective ambience I got was: I am just a bit too old for this place...

Great drinks, fun space, live music, and cool bartenders. What else do you need? We tried several…read moredrinks on the drink menu and all were good. Advertised several events that sounds really great. Very welcoming to everyone who came in.

We had the best time at Ray's Lounge! They often reference their establishment as classy, elegant…read moreatmosphere and truly it was! A very different vibe compared to most places in Lake Charles. My fiancé and I went on a Saturday night, it wasn't very busy at all. There was live music that night which was pretty cool as that's one of my favorite night out activities. We walked right in and grabbed a couch right across from the singer. For drinks we ordered an old fashion, lemon drop martini, blue moon beer. The drinks were very well made! As a snack we ordered the hot wings which were savory and yummy. Of note, they do not serve hookah anymore either (even though it's marketed as such). I don't really partake so not much of a disappointment for me but just an FYI for others. This was such a fun, local spot and I really enjoyed all the country, rock, pop hits from the band. This is definitely a place to check out when passing through Lake Charles.

We were in Lake Charles looking for some lunch. I looked at my Yelp reviews and they were all…read moreTex-Mex, so we decided to branch out a bit. I'm glad we did! Our waiter was JD, and he was very funny and very helpful. I had a glass of Chardonnay. For my meal, I had Fish & Chips with green beans, and Mike had tea and a Reuben with onion rings. The fish and chips were SO good! We were here once before, and I remembered that they add some sort of sweet salt to their fries, so I ordered mine without. Although I'd rather have mushy peas with my fish, the green beans were exceptional. Mike ate his entire Reuben and loved it. The onion rings were very tasty too. I had to get most of mine to-go, so I'm looking forward to having the rest later tonight! We'll be back. Highly recommended!

Always a great spot to enjoy a meal, with an extensive list of beers and drinks to choose from, a…read more"go to" any time I'm in Lake Charles! Service is always top notch and the porch is great.

Decided to get out after being widowed. I looked online and chose Martinis to try out. Tried to…read moremake general conversation and was treated very rudely by not only a customer but the person bar-tending. Thanks for making that a nice evening.

This place is amazing! I'm from Texas but definitely worth the drive here. Kya is amazing. Very…read moresweet and talkative. Nice place to relax and mingle. This is the new date night spot. Totally worth the drive. Very peaceful and able to enjoy your drink. 10/10 will be back soon!

This is definitely going on the date night list!…read more The Scene Villa Harlequin gives a more upscale, intimate dining experience - the vibe feels both classic and local at the same time. It's the kind of place you go for a nice dinner, date night, or when you just want to slow down and enjoy a full meal. The Eats We started with drinks - my husband had The Italiano, which was smooth and well-balanced, and I went with a Hedges Family Wine, which paired nicely with dinner. For the meal: My husband had a house salad and the pan-seared fish, which was cooked well and complemented by the kind of rich, flavorful sauces they're known for. I went with the wedge salad and the surf & turf, and listen...this is where they shine. The surf & turf is a standout - steak paired with seafood and a bold, flavorful sauce that leans into that fusion they're known for. Everything came out well-prepared, plated nicely, and felt like a complete dining experience rather than just a quick meal. The Service Service was attentive and polished without being overbearing. Drinks stayed filled, courses came out at a comfortable pace, and the staff made sure everything flowed smoothly. It matched the overall feel of the restaurant - thoughtful and consistent. Parting Thoughts Between the cocktails, the wine, and standout dishes like the surf & turf, it delivers a well-rounded experience. Definitely a solid choice for a nice night out in Lake Charles - and one I'd return to when I'm in the mood for something a little more elevated.

I had never heard of the Villa until a friend recommended it but I thought it was good. My steak…read morewas cooked exactly how I wanted it. The bread it comes with is also to die for. My only complaint is that I requested my eggs over easy and I got the total opposite of that but that's okay! Service was just ok.

All went well, however because of an urgent situation, we had to take our food to the room and did…read morenot get to enjoy the dining experience we thought we would have in store. This was Date Night with a lady friend that got interrupted, possibly a return to Ember on another occasion to have the true experience! All of my dining experiences have been great at Ember, it was a major disappointment that we had to leave prior to getting the full experience. Wait staff and support are tremendous!

The service was excellent. I love the design and decoration of the seating area. Very warm and…read moreinviting. The food was exceptional. The scallops were delicious. We try and stop here each year when we come to Mardi Gras in Lake Charles.

I really enjoyed this bar until we had a strange interaction with one of the bartenders. We were…read morethere celebrating my friends 29th birthday. The birthday girl got pulled aside by security after a bartender alleged she put her used gum into a drink she was making- my friend didn't have any gum and had just walked up to the bar to join our other friend. She also would have had to completely reach over the bar to do so- Overall a very strange interaction to have, we left shortly after. We're calling it #gumgate

Ok.... if you love burgers, this is your place!!! I'm from out of town working in Lake Charles and…read morehave been here twice within the past 2 weekends and both times the food was absolutely awesome. I had the "Nasty" burger which was probably the best burger I've had ever. PERIOD. The atmosphere is great and the chef is super fun and friendly. They also have a good selection of craft beers on tap on the pub side of the establishment. I would definitely recommend to anybody looking for a place to watch the game or to relax and enjoy a great meal. Pictured is the "Nasty" burger!