It was our anniversary and the restaurant had actually printed and left on our table a little menu…read morewith our names wishing us a happy anniversary. The service was good, food was wonderful, ambience lovely although crowded together without many tables that offered privacy but charming nonetheless.

Some meals feed you. Some meals fill you. But every now and then, a meal grabs you by the taste…read morebuds, smacks you across the face with flavor, and makes you say, "Lawd have mercy, this is what eating in Louisiana is all about." That was our night at Gallagher's in Slidell. We started like locals do: I had the chicken and andouille sausage gumbo, while my grandmother went straight for the turtle soup. Both bowls hit the table with the kind of depth you only get when somebody's been stirring that pot with love, patience, and a wooden spoon seasoned by a hundred Sundays. That gumbo had the holy trinity preaching, and that turtle soup could have converted a non-believer. Then came the knockout round. For me: an 11 oz filet mignon with garlic mashed potatoes. For my grandmother: pampano fish with mirliton stuffing. Now listen, I've had a lot of steaks in my life. But this filet? This filet was different. This filet was butter-kissed, seared on a 500-degree plate, and cooked so perfectly it practically sang "When the Saints Go Marching In" with every bite. Melt-in-your-mouth good, eyes-roll-back-in-your-head good. I would've licked the plate clean, but with 500 degrees of molten butter, I'd have left Gallagher's looking like a crawfish boil accident victim. Worth it? Maybe. The pampano and mirliton stuffing? Out. Of. This. World. Seasoned like somebody's MawMaw was back there in the kitchen making sure you didn't leave without remembering what real Louisiana food is supposed to taste like. And then there was Desiree Faith. Let me be clear: the food at Gallagher's was phenomenal, but she was the reason the night became unforgettable. Desiree doesn't just serve. She elevates. She embodies. She executes at a level that turns dinner into an experience and guests into family. Serving, when it's done with this much purpose and precision, is not a job. It's a calling. And Desiree is the benchmark. The gold standard. The one every other server in Louisiana should be taking notes from. She read the table like a seasoned conductor leading an orchestra. Every move, every check-in, perfectly timed. She anticipated needs before they became requests, delivered everything with warmth and grace, and carried herself with the kind of presence that makes you feel cared for, seen, and valued. She wasn't just part of the meal. She was the heart of it. Exceptional doesn't even begin to describe it. She made such an impression on me that when the check was signed and the plates cleared, I hugged her. That is the kind of impact she leaves. Gallagher's should be proud beyond words to have her. She is not just a rock star, she is the lighthouse, the benchmark, the living definition of impeccable service. Gallagher's isn't just a restaurant. It's a front-row ticket to Louisiana flavor, hospitality, and soul. You leave full, you leave happy, and you leave knowing you've just been part of something special.

Food is absolutely the best. Steak was Easy on the pocket…read morealso. Was a five star from service to food.

Don't let this place fool you when you walk up. It does look like a dive bar, but once you walk…read morethrough the door you feel at home. You have to give it try on a Wednesday - steak night. Amazing!! The steaks are huge and come with either garlic mashed or baked potato. Steak, potato, salad and a roll for $28. The steak is so ginormous, I ended up taking half my food home for the next day. We had a nice size margarita for only $8. Service was friendly. Can't wait to go back and try the wings.

Came to the hooters/Slidell for lunch on our way home today 8/3/26 and the food (Shrimp and wings)…read moreoriginal....the oil is old you can taste it, should have said something when we were there. We will not be back!

Stopped for a quick bite to eat, service was friendly and opened up a booth for us. Had a good…read morecrowd to watch the games playing so it was a fun atmosphere. Food was fresh and good hooterd usually is a hit when it comes to wings and drinks

Hard to run it back from a week ago to make sure it was as good as i thought…read moreAnd i don't know how but it's better They have a loyal customer out of me! Swamp fries are delicious flavorful and hot Service is A1 and it's a chill spot to be

Y'all know me, ima give yall the real. Place is super fucking chill. If you wanna just relax and…read morejust get out the crib, not to turn up (has great potential for that) but enjoy a good time with friends and family, this is a spot to pull up to. I gave it 4 stars cause I wish they had more food options and it's a little small inside but they combat it with a nice chill outside area. They have beer pong on the back , pool, and good music. Again it's a RELAXING place to just come and get out of the house.

Great food and service! The seafood gumbo is always good, the French onion soup is excellent, and…read morethe muffuletta is a must have.

Best place to eat in all of Slidell. Even Though they are…read morealways busy service is always fantastic. Very good drinks as well.

A fun unique evening! The owner even walked over and told us to help ourselves to complimentary hot…read morefood that had been put out.

If you're looking for a high energy...zero bs...bar to goto, The Gym ticks off all of the boxes!…read more Free food! Super clean! Great bands! Cheap drinks! Cute bartenders! No fighting punks! A+++

I usually have good experience with this place. But today I was disappointed 2.....2 time in 1 days…read morepaid $120 for garbage. I picked up my order and drove home (off Pontchartrain) to find out they didn't event put my shrimp in the bag......I called and had to go back. She said they remade my order. "The new guy forgot to put shrimp in" Get home and EVERYTHING was over cooked. My crab meat was sticking to the shells. Half of it went to waste cause you couldn't even peel it out. The shrimp were hard and tasted terrible. This is usually our go to place. But I'll definitely be looking for an alternative.

Before I began, I'd like to point out that our server, Molly, was so very attentive and…read moreknowledgeable. We had questions we didn't even have to ask because she had already answered them. We're were greeted and seated promptly by the hostess. We asked for a booth instead of a table and were obliged with no fuss. Our order was accurate and hot. The lemons for my water were so fresh I ended up eating them like oranges. The bathrooms were clean. The restaurant was clean. Overall a really great experience.

This place is a hidden gem. I stopped by during happy hour and let's just say I was Beyond HAPPY…read more It wasn't crowded, the service was great. The food was 10/10. The ambiance was beautiful my family and I ate on the patio over looking the water. We definitely enjoyed ourselves. The food was flavorful the pasta could've used a tad bit seasoning to the sauce but overall was great.

Love this place!…read more After a golf scramble at nearby Oak Harbor, we decided to stop in for a late lunch. They have a lovely space, indoor and out. For our first visit, we chose seats on their spacious patio, where turtle and bird watching abound. The lunch was fantastic. We tried the Brazilian steak bites, which were fantastic. For our entrees I did the poke bowl and my date tried the brisket Mac and cheese. Everything was delicious! We also tried their cocktails: the pink pony club and the gin cocktail. Both were great! We had such a great time we decided to return less than a week later to try the brunch. The passionfruit jalapeño mimosa is what's up. I also tried the steak bowl which was fantastic and my date did the breakfast tacos that were also great. The portions are generous and appropriately priced. Final thing: the staff are spectacular. Great service! Everyone is friendly and welcoming and this has quickly become one of our favorite places!!!