Went in today for the $1.75 oyster special. The oysters are good BUT they don't mention to add basic toppings like bacon or cheese ETC ETC is an up charge PER oyster PER TOPPING. So if you want bacon cheese and jalapeño that's already dang near $20 for 1 oyster. We ordered other food as well but nothing worth what we paid. Probably won't be returning. It's nice in there though. read more

The food was amazing. We sat outside and our server Monty was great! Very attentive. We will definitely be back!

Only I would finally get to try D'Juan's Bistro and not take one picture of my food! I'll start by saying, super easy to find, free parking in front of the restaurant and free covered parking in the deck behind it. Walking in, the place is pretty quaint. We were seated right in front of the kitchen beside the bar area. We tried quite a few items... Crab Fries - 8/10 Crab Dip - 9/10 Cajun Chicken Pasta - 10/10 Seafood Pasta - 7/10 PJ's Veggies - 9/10 Fried Shrimp & Fries - 8/10 Beignets with caramel and powdered sugar - 10/10 The food is WELL SEASONED, not salty. If you don't like well seasoned food, this ain't the place for you respectfully. Our server was amazing and very attentive to our table. Kept the drinks filled and always asked if we needed anything. Overall, I'd definitely come back! read more

The gumbo was a disappointing and, frankly, insulting representation of New Orleans cuisine. It was watery, lacked flavor, and didn't contain any shrimp. To make matters worse, the food and drinks are significantly overpriced, with the quality falling far short of the prices. The service was decent, and our server provided adequate attention throughout our visit. The ambiance is definitely chic and stylish, but unfortunately, the atmosphere can't make up for the lackluster food and excessive prices. Based on my experience, particularly the disappointing gumbo and poor value, I would not recommend this establishment. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Gumbo - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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The atmosphere is Hot! This is the second day I've came here and my Silk/Press sweated out this $110 Press! Ridiculous!!! The staff evening Fanning!!!(Check the picture) Ten This food is Amazing! The atmosphere is a whole vibe. The ambience is cute for any occasion. The staff is friendly and professional. I was pleased. read more

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What a fabulous experience! D'juans has been on my list for a minute now so I'm glad I took some time to check them out. Located in Vinings in a plaza packed with awesome retail shops and restaurants, I drove past the building at first but when I found it, the sign stuck out immediately. When I entered I was immediately welcomed by a giantttt Mardi Gras mask. Super cool but possibly frightening at night after a few hurricanes. I visited on a random afternoon but there were still a few guests seated at the bar and around the restaurant. Kareem was my server and he was such a joy. I didn't really know what to order because everything really sounded amazing. Thanks to Kareem's recommendations, I ended up going with the Oyster trio, the gumbo and beignet bites. My order came out about 15 minutes or so later, piping hot and super fresh. Everything looked amazingggg! The oysters were all delicious but the spicy one was my favorite. The crab-stuffed oyster was fullll of crab but almost too filling for me, I struggled to finish it. But if that's my only "complaint", I think that says a lot lol. The gumbo was good, not my top fave but definitely tasty. Those beignet bites???? I could eat 3 baskets a day, by myself. They were so fluffy, sweet, a bit crunchy, omg. Fantastic. This was such a great experience from start to finish, I can't wait to go back and try some more of their menu and check out their specials. read more

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The food is always fresh and hot here a d well presented. The service by Michael from California was phenomenal. Very personable and attentive. A rarity in this industry now. He knew the menu well and made some great recommendations. The ambiance is ALL New Orleans and an open concept. If you're in town or need an outing, please check them out. 10/10 read more

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We came in on a Saturday afternoon. Not too busy. Very cute decor. We sat along the wall in one of the high booths. It was kinda warm in there. Maybe the AC wasn't working properly that day so that was a bummer. Service was kinda slow. We ordered a catfish poboy and wings and fries. Both were decent. The side of red beans and rice was delicious. The Beignets were also tasty. I had a French 75 for $10 so that was a plus. Prices are what you expect nowadays. For 2 ppl and 1 drink it came up to $70+ with 20% tip included in price. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Great experience and an awesome waitress. Food was a little slow coming and it was not packed. A laid spot for drinks and food. The food is pricey so great your mind right however that's Atlanta! Drink- Hurricane Appetizer- chargrilled oysters Entree- Mardi Gras Pasta. Bill- $85 I would return for happy hour again. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Service was great, everyone was very friendly. Food was good, and they played great music. Would definitely come back. read more

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Surprisingly disappointed! I was so excited to finally make it here and invited my family visiting from out of state. It started off great with the warm welcome and service so I was that much more excited. Our server was nice and friendly and patient as some of us were indecisive about what to order, it all looked and sounded good. The drinks came out first and they were actually pretty good. Then the appetizer, which was the crab dip. It was soupy and came with only a few pieces of bread, not much crab. Then the entrees, gumbo, stuffed salmon, Mardi grass pasta, catfish, dirty rice and oyster trio. All were too salty. I love salt so if im saying it was too salty it's really bad. Some of us couldn't finish the dishes because the salt was overbearing. Huge disappointment. To make things worse, our server disappeared several times, so much so we had to constantly ask someone to find him. He was sitting at another table socializing most of the time, which was odd and irritating. I was so over it I didn't even bother to order the dessert I wanted to try. It was not as crowded as I would expect it to be on a Friday night and how it appears on TikTok, so that should've been a sign. And the fact that a 20% gratuity is forced upon us even with mediocre service is also frustrating. And quite frankly the menu prices are too high for the quality and quantity of food. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Mardi Gras Pasta - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

2nd time here and my meal was as good as the first time. We came for lunch and the place was empty except for a few patrons. We got seated right away and the waiter came right over. He offered some menu recommendations and we went with a few of them. I was a little disappointed that they didn't have the crab beignets on the day I went.. but I did get the Mardi gras pasta and my bestie got the crawfish fettuccine and the crab cake egg rolls. Everything was really flavorful, I will absolutely be returning to try something else. read more

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Djuan's New Orleans Bistro - Charming Vibe with Inconsistencies I've visited Djuan's New Orleans Bistro twice now once on a Wednesday and again the following week on a Thursday and overall, my experience has been a mix of great potential with a few noticeable misses. Let's start with the atmosphere. Upon first walk-in, the space is absolutely adorable. The Mardi Gras mask wine holder is a beautiful focal point, though I do think it would flow better slightly off to the side to open up the space more. The layout could also benefit from a proper host stand instead of a table at the front. That said, I loved sitting in the booth it gives you a great view overlooking the restaurant, and the outdoor area has a really nice vibe as well. On my Wednesday visit, I took advantage of their specials and ordered a $10 Hurricane, which was perfectly balanced between flavor and alcohol honestly, one was enough to get me right. I also ordered a French 75, but it came out warm, which was disappointing. I had to request ice just to enjoy it properly. For food, we ordered crab fries, catfish bites, and two dozen oysters. The oysters were very good, and the bread they came with was amazing though I did find it a bit petty to be charged $2 for just four small extra pieces. One thing I noticed between visits is inconsistency in oyster size. On Wednesday, they were larger, while on Thursday they were noticeably smaller. Unfortunately, during my second visit, on our last order of oysters, I found a large, thick hair on one of them. That completely ruined the experience for me and is something that should never happen, especially with seafood. The crab fries were nothing to rave about pretty much standard frozen fries with minimal seasoning, topped with crab meat. I honestly think they'd be better off offering fried crab claws instead. The catfish bites came out hot and fresh but could've used more seasoning to really stand out. Another major factor during my visit was that the air conditioning was out, which made the experience uncomfortable especially when you're dining and drinking alcohol. That combination just doesn't work well. Despite the inconsistencies, I will say management was very kind and receptive when I shared my concerns. They suggested I return on a less busy day for a better experience, which I appreciated. Overall, Djuan's has a lot of charm and potential, but it needs consistency in food quality, better attention to detail, and improvements in cleanliness and comfort to fully match the vibe they're going for. Thank you Djuan's New Orleans Bistro Team Kay Lachelle read more

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D'Juan's Bistro did not disappoint. I had the Big C's rice bowl and the oysters, and both were on point. The flavor was bold and authentic New Orleans. You can tell it's made with care. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the food was just flat out good. I'll definitely be back. read more

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The oysters are over cooked and that makes the shell brittle. I felt like I almost broke teeth yesterday. The Red Pontchartrain was ok. Just needs a little bit more seasoning. Overall I just can't see spending $202 again at this place. read more

I don't usually leave negative reviews, but I wanted to share my experience because it was honestly pretty disappointing. My wife is Cajun, and over the years we've eaten at a lot of Cajun restaurants, so we have a good sense of what to expect when it comes to authentic flavor and quality. Unfortunately, this meal fell well short of those expectations. The prices were on the higher side, but the food didn't seem to match either the cost or the portions. I ordered a shrimp po'boy, and it came with only a small handful of popcorn shrimp. The shrimp were very salty, a bit chewy, and there simply wasn't enough on the sandwich. I ended up asking for extra shrimp because it felt incomplete as it was served. We were dining with a group of seven, and none of the adults at the table were particularly happy with their meals. For the prices being charged, we expected much better flavor, quality, and overall value. The one thing that stood out in a positive way was our waitress Nia. She was friendly, attentive, and did a solid job taking care of our table throughout the meal. She made the experience better than it otherwise would have been. I hate leaving reviews like this, but based on our visit, I wouldn't choose to come back. I hope the restaurant takes feedback like this as an opportunity to improve, because there's definitely room for growth. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Shrimp Po'Boy - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

This is another place we found on Tik Tok. Everyone at the establishment is just kind. The gentleman behind the bar was our waiter and bartender. I couldn't decided what I wanted to eat, so I ordered everything I wanted. I got the cup of gumbo, shrimp po boy (comes with fries) , collard greens and a glass of wine. The Gumbo was so good!! Had a whole chicken leg in it. When I tell you that chicken fell off that bone so smooth!! Packed with flavor. I should've got a cup to go. The Shrimp Po-boy wasn't as good. The flavor of the shrimp was chefs kiss but the assembly felt a little throw together. Bread was a little on the hard side. Barely any mayo so it was little dry and those tomatoes were so thickly cut. Fries were good, crispy and soft on the inside! The Collars Greens were flavorful!! Served with a bottle of hot sauce baby. I could've had a second go around on those too. Wine was our waiters choice and good one. I believe it was a Moscato. Really light and fruity. I will say it was a little warm in there. There was an AC unit on by the door but it wasn't circulating enough. Overall I'd visit again. The staff is friendly and the music selection was great too. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Gumbo,Shrimp PoBoy w/ fries and Collard greens - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I have an update to my review. Since they have now moved to West Village. I went in there first day open in West Village and it was packed. I finally was able to get a seat a the bar. It took them awhile for them to clean off the area from the people before me. I ordered the oysters and shrimp and catfish patter. The oysters were good the platter was just okay. No seasoning or flavor. I hope they are able to get more organized from a service perspective. There seemed to be a lot of confusion and disorganization with the wait staff which i hope they get it figured out. read more

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I was in the area and looking for someplace to grab a quick bite. D'juan's had good yelp reviews in the food pictures looked delicious, so it was a no-brainer to try. The restaurant is in a strip mall that is kind of tucked away. It's not easy to see from the street. The first thing I noticed when I pulled into the parking lot is that most of the storefront seem to be closed. A gentleman who walked in directly before me was asking the hostess about how long they would be in this location. I did not hear the full answer, but it seems that maybe the strip mall is closing down in the businesses there maybe all relocating. I'm not sure if this is true, so don't quote me on it. However, it was very curious that at 5 PM on a Thursday, everything else would already be closed, including other restaurants. Because I was ordering to go, I ordered at the bar. The waitress had some trouble with the tablet and card reader, so it took a while to check out, but she was pleasant throughout the transaction. Because I was paying close attention, I was able to catch that she originally rung me up for a different platter than I'd ordered. I'm glad I caught that ahead of time so that I wasn't disappointed when my food came. Around the bar top, they have small signs noting that there is an automatic 20% gratuity on all orders. I'm glad I saw that ahead of time so that I was not surprised by the up charge. I visited the restroom while I waited for my food to come out. There are separate single use restrooms for men and women. It was clean enough and well stocked. My food came out pretty quickly, and I went to my car to take a few bites before starting my hour long drive home. Honestly, the food was just okay. I wouldn't drive 50 to 60 minutes just to eat here, but I would try it again if I was with someone who wanted to come here. I just would not order the same thing. If I got the catfish again, I would try it grilled. I had a fried catfish platter and a side of crawfish mac & cheese. All of it was edible, but none of it was excellent. Overall, the portion sizes are a bit smaller than the prices would suggest. When I ordered the crawfish mac & cheese, the waitress asked me if I wanted the side or the entrée. I had not noticed the entrée before this; however, the question made me look for it. There was about a 5 to 7 dollar price difference between the two. Once I received the side, I did wonder how big the entrée would have been. read more

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My mother and I visited for the first time for lunch 3/26/26. We truly enjoyed everything about our dinning experience. The service is top tier, even the manager makes her rounds and greets guests and ensures the patrons were enjoying themselves. Our server was excellent, but I also want to add that everyone working there seemed to be very attentive even if they weren't your assigned server and I was impressed by that! Now on to the food.... Delicious! We literally truly enjoyed every tapa we tried. If you order anything with crab you get really crab meat and plenty of it. The sauce on those crunch crab fries was perfection... I really wish I couldn't make it myself lol! The margaritas flight is worth every cent as mother and I were in the "Christmas Spirit" lol as we left . Truly though the drinks are tasty. I look forward to my next visit here... I'm already craving those crab fries again! read more

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I was honestly surprised when I picked up a to-go order and saw that a 20% gratuity had been added. I don't think I've ever encountered a restaurant charging a 20% gratuity on takeout. I'm happy to leave a tip, even for to-go orders, because I know someone is preparing and packaging the food. But a mandatory 20% gratuity for an order I'm picking up myself feels excessive. I have no problem paying for good service when I'm dining in, and I always tip generously when someone is waiting on me. This just didn't feel reasonable. Unfortunately, policies like this make me think twice about dining out, and I'll probably choose to eat at somewhere else Sadly, I don't see myself returning. read more

Makes reservations!! I started off with a cup of gumbo. I didn't like it...Tasted like box Roux. I then had the oysters which I also didn't care for. Being from New Orleans, I have very high expectations for food, especially when they slap the "New Orleans" name on it. My entree was the catfish platter which came with shrimp and fries. The platter was good! The filets were large, enough to eat on twice. I also had the "Riverwalk" drink which was good as well. Restaurant is kind of small and can fill up pretty fast. Music was too loud, I could barley here my server and he could barley hear me. read more

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Food was divine. I had the Catfish dish 12/10. Food came out promptly. Our waiter Lonnie was amazing. It was my first time dining there. I mentioned to him that I didn't eat meat. He brought out my dish and immediately said, "Wait, you don't eat meat, let me take this back and have them make it without meat." I was so appreciative that Lonnie really paid attention to detail in that way! I'll be back for sure!!! read more

Cons: They need a larger establishment! Wait time Pros: Everything else I say on most of my reviews Instagram popularity will lead you into the middle of nowhere trying to get some food. In this case, Instagram was right I was looking for an oyster special and they popped up. We came on a Wednesday for the oyster specials. The oysters are so good. The size the charbroil everything about those oysters are delicious. Getting to the oysters was the nerve wrecking part. Dwight was almost an hour for a party of two. We ended up being able to sit at the bar. I initially thought it was because it was AKA Founders Day which is why the restaurant was so busy but apparently this is a reoccurring thing every Wednesday for their special. Our server was actually the bartender. She's very nice and very knowledgeable about everything weasked. I personally had two orders of the oysters- the first ones were so good and went so quick My girlfriend and I split our drink flight. The drinks were strong and worth the money. The mac & cheese was OK. I wasn't as excited about it as I thought I would be. . If they open another location or if I'm in the area on a Wednesday I'll definitely be back for those oysters though. read more

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I was worried based on some of the reviews but ended up pleasantly surprised. Service was good and so was the food. Not sure it's worth the high prices though. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Mardi Gras Pasta - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

We were seated right away but it went down from there. We ordered 2 appetizers. One of which we had to ask for repeatedly. The mains did not come out together. The final one came after a half hour of being told it would be right out. My $13 salad was lettuce with a few scraps of tomato. When we told the waiter that we were dissatisfied he said it had never happened before. He turned out to be the manager! Then someone came over to see how our experience was. Upon hearing what had happened she walked away and never returned. The table next to us waited 1 1/2 hour for their food and again each meal came separately. A definite one and done for D'Juans!! read more

We came to D'Juans for Father's Day, because my husband is from NOLA. There were somethings that were unavailable however we had a wonderful server Shakur who suggested other dishes and overall had a very kind and customer first demeanor. We will definitely be back. read more

Decided to try D'Juan's Bistro now that they moved to a larger location. We sat outside which was nice. Our server was attentive and provided the specials. The crab eggrolls were great ythe poboy was disappointing. It had a lot of smaller sized shrimp, fried very hard. For the price, I would have rather had less shrimp if they were larger. The red beans and rice, while a small serving size for the price, were good and seasoned just shy of being too salty. I like the location and will try them again but maybe try the catfish poboy instead. read more

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Me and four girlfriends came on a Friday night at 7. I would highly suggest making a reservation if you're going on a weekend because this place is tiny. Honestly the tables are very close together and felt like a fire hazard to me lol. Anyways everyone except for me order the margarita flight which I believe was $30. You get four mini beer glasses of marg in each with a choice in flavoring. Baby these were SHOTS lol I would suggest ordering a cup of ice on the side to water them down because they are strong (someone at my table let me have one). For an appetizer, I ordered the crab cake egg rolls and that's when I got pissed off lol. When they dropped those two tiny spring roll sized egg rolls that I paid $20 for in front of me I almost lost it. They were tasty but definitely not worth the price. The chargrilled oysters are very flavorful but I'm not an oyster fan to begin with so they were ok to me. The crab cake was the best thing that hit our table. It was seasoned perfectly and the sauce with it is great as well. As for my entree I ordered the bayou bowl and it was ok. The shrimp were kinda small and I barely got any crab and it was very lemon-y which I didn't love. The portion size was not worth $36 for sure. My friend ordered the crawfish mac-n-cheese and it had zero flavor so we sent it back and she got something else. My other friend ordered the lamp chops and they were burnt so that got sent back to. Our server was the sweetest and really tried to accommodate us and apologized for the issues. Wish I remembered her name! She even got us complimentary beignets. Overall i would not be coming back. The food is not worth the price at all. read more

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My first experience with D'Juan's Bistro was good. I enjoyed the food and the service, shout to Misty for taking good care of us. The ambiance was cool. I would try it again. I still want to try the Lamb Chops. read more

Was very disappointed in the pasta, no flavor, barely any protein that I was told was in it was shrimp, crawfish tails, and lobster. I never tasted any lobster very few crawfish tails and the shrimp that you see on top is all there was for $34. I feel like there should be more flavor, maybe a piece of bread with it. Very very sad. I did try the oysters that were on special. Those tasted fine. Service was fine. a lot of conversation about dirty dishes, but being left out the night before and not being washed that you could hear from the bartender's upfront. Was not a good thing to hear after you had ordered food. I'm not for sure how long you have been open, but maybe you might need to do some more training of what to talk about upfront in front of customers first time visiting. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Mardi Gras Pasta - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

5/5 This restaurant accommodated me and my group of realtor friends at the last minute as we drove into Atlanta! The food was amazing and the service was fast!!!!! I only had the oysters and a cup of gumbo. My only complaint were the shrimp in the gumbo were baby shrimp but everything else was delicious. I had a raspberry lemon drop and it was strong and good! I really enjoyed this location and everyone was super friendly and accommodating! I really enjoyed my visit at this establishment. I would visit again read more

D'juan's Bistro - Chargrilled Oysters - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

This is a New Orleans styled restaurant, I been hearing so many good things about. I decided to try them out for the $1.75 oysters on Wednesday and I was very dissapointed! The oysters were gritty and you can tell they had not been cleaned properly. This is so important especially when eating seafood, cleaning it is the #1 part. The flavor is good but I could not enjoy because I was spitting out shells and grit the whole time smh. This establishment is very small and I wish they had more than one bathroom (per gender). Lastly, a 20% gratuity included automatically just for FYI. Please fix this! It should be a must that you clean your oysters properly (it's clearly a fan favorite) read more

D'juan's Bistro - Chargrilled Oysters - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

TLDR: D'Juan's Bistro serves fantastic New Orleans-style food, particularly the oysters and wings, but the lackluster service detracts from the overall experience. Go for the food, but temper your expectations for the service. D'Juan's Bistro is a New Orleans-style restaurant located off Cumberland Parkway near Cumberland Mall. The interior is cozy and inviting, though the seating options are somewhat limited--long tables with chairs and barstools at the bar. My wife and I visited for the first time on a Friday night and decided to sit at the bar. We ordered drinks, chargrilled oysters, the Oyster Platter, Mardi Gras pasta, and whole wings with fries. The oysters were the highlight of the meal. My wife, a chargrilled oyster enthusiast, was particularly impressed. We had considered going to C&S but decided to give D'Juan's a try--and we don't regret it. The Oyster Platter is a must-try. The lump crab oysters and jalapeño oysters were absolutely delectable and exceeded our expectations. For entrees, my wife ordered the Mardi Gras pasta, and I had the whole wings. The pasta arrived fresh and hot, with a good mixture of seafood. However, the seasoning was heavily concentrated on the meat and left the roux a bit underwhelming. While the dish included a variety of seafood, it only came with three jumbo shrimp, which felt a bit sparse. A well-seasoned roux and a few more shrimp would elevate this dish to a new level. The wings were golden brown and cooked to perfection. No complaints there! The fries were tasty as well, though I'd recommend a broader selection of condiments available for those who don't use ketchup (honey mustard or BBQ sauce would've been a nice touch). While the food was great, the service left much to be desired. At the end of the meal, we requested a to-go box three times before finally receiving one. On the second request, we noticed the bartender chatting and pouring drinks for her colleagues instead of attending to us. Waiting over 10 minutes for a box, especially after reminding her, was frustrating--particularly when gratuity was automatically added to the bill. This experience caused some hesitation about returning, particularly for my wife, who picks our go-to oyster spots. The service alone has us questioning whether D'Juan's will make the rotation, despite the excellent oysters and wings. Honest rating - 3.5 (I rounded up) read more

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So I don't even know where to begin. The customer service was amazing I'll start there. My waiter was Shakur. He was amazing, attentive, kind, and sweet. He was so kind and he took me to see the owner after I was done and I got chance to talk to her about what I had to eat. I got to brag on him. The owner was really sweet too she wrote down his name after I asked for it so I could request him when I bring my mom down. I let her know how great everything was after she asked and I had I told her the chargrilled oysters, the crawfish Mac, the white sangria, and the Beignets were to live for. The ambiance was amazing. It was such a home feeling I got especially as someone who has ancestors from New Orleans, I felt so at home . I can't wait to come back! read more

While catching up with two high school classmates in Atlanta, we stopped in for a visit at D'Juan's Bistro. It's small, tight, and loud. I ordered the gumbo and collards greens. The gumbo was interesting. Instead of shredded chicken, there was a leg from a chicken wing in the gumbo. The roux was thin, as in not much or any okra added as a base. Very little cajun or creole seasoning The greens were good. The crab cake that one friend bought was bland. The fish and chips that another friend had was good. Service was outstanding and that scores the restaurant highest marks. It's a nice place to hang out, it seems. I would have to try something else before I can give high marks for the food. I think most people would enjoy the entire experience. read more

D'juan's Bistro - Cocktail - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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This spot does not live up to the hype! The food is average and overpriced but the service is excellent, so maybe that's what keeps people coming back. We paid $19 for 3 chicken wings, that's extremely expensive. The restaurant is very small but clean. It was a decent experience but we won't be going back! read more

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Came here on Cinco de Mayo at 7:55 pm for dinner. Their website said they close at 10 pm. We were turned away because they were closing at 8 pm because they said it was a slow day. What kind of business they're running here. Some days will be slow and orhers will not. Oh well, I won't be back. We went to the sushi spot instead, who was also not busy but kept their hours. read more

First of all, let me lead with the flavors are developed. For the price point, the place needs work to earn a 4 star rating. I sat at the bar for a one person lunch. Fair warning this is an extensive review, because I want to explain the issues I had as constructive criticism so that this place can truly shine to its potential. My server was cordial, but very quiet/meek and looked like he really didn't want to be at work. He answered my questions, checked in on me, and honored an expired voucher for its paid value. I think in order for the establishment to operate they want to, they need a larger location. The bar is somewhat haphazardly organized; it just doesn't have the look of a fully stocked bar at a nicer restaurant. Some spirits they have almost a dozen bottles of, others only one, and in the cubby holes I noticed that they have glasses and cans of pineapple juice that look out of place. The bright purple walls and golden oak stained moulding are a clearly a nod to Mardi Gras. There are definitely some areas that aren't pristine, but for the most part it's acceptable. They could also benefit from a professional organizer's advice since the interior is so small. Now, about the food, as stated the items that I had were flavorful, but the execution just doesn't fit the bill. The first bite into my catfish Po Boy, the bottom half of the sandwich completely ruptured, probably because the loaf was sliced very unevenly (top was about 2/3, bottom was about 1/3), but it could also be because the bread was a day or so old, which is to be expected if you're sourcing true Leidenheimer loaves from Louisiana. Ultimately the bread was not light and fluffy like freshly baked. It was a little on the tough & chewy side, although the exterior was toasted and lightly crispy. The tomatoes were bright red, however, it's summertime, so if you're dining here in the colder seasons, it might be a different story. The fried catfish filet had a nice crunch to it, but it was so delicate that it kept falling to pieces with every bite, separating the breading from the fish; perhaps catfish nuggets would be a better option. I know a Po Boy isn't supposed to be a non-messy sandwich, yet I don't want to be reassembling the thing with every bite. Also, I had to specifically ask for remoulade, which in my mind is an essential on a seafood Po Boy. This one only came with what appeared to be cocktail sauce & mayonnaise. Lastly, the crawfish Mac n' cheese: there was a lot of flavor going on (a little spice, minced thyme, a cheese blend of some sort), *very creamy*, but the sauce was broken in some areas, and I didn't have one crawfish tail in the whole dish. If I'm paying $11 for a rather small-medium sized pan of it, at least make sure that I get a decent amount of the first ingredient in its title. Otherwise, call it what it is, a very good, creamy macaroni, and price it accordingly. All in all, I can't say that I'll be back, considering the length of time it took to get my food, the less than enthusiastic demeanor of the staff, the slight smell of stale, spilled alcohol, the awkward layout, the noticeable storage issues making the ambiance feel like parts of the restaurant are designed to be an overflow closet, and from what I heard while eavesdropping it's really more of a nighttime dining club (which may explain why the staff couldn't muster up a chipper attitude for lunch service.) I still wish them all the best and believe that they have the makings of becoming a better restaurant. read more

D'juan's Bistro - "Crawfish" Mac n' cheese (I didn't have a single crawfish tail) $11; good but overpriced - Soul Food Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Great location with lots of parking. For the amount of business a tad small. However, they ensured people were in and out to accommodate without long lines. I say at the bar and was greeted and serviced well. My drinks were superb (the river walk minus the moscato). I love oysters but this was my first time with this amount of cheese and not crusted. The cheese personally was overpowering causing me to only be able to taste one of my 5 (thought it was a half dozen so might have missed one). The salmon bites were also amazing. I see why they stay busy! read more