We went here on a few hour break from a work conference. Love the vibe drinks and service. We will…read morebe back when in area! Wish we could have stayed longer.

This was an absolute horrible dining experience . My food was horrible, my appetizer was brought…read moreout after my meal. My drink was served in a BS plastic cup. Don't know why this place has a following but on a scale of 1-10 I would give it a 3.

Nice place with great friendly staff and a low key atmosphere but with a lot to do. They have an…read moreoutside seating area and a stage for live music, couple of pool table, a few slot machines and a dart board. Also an outside smoking area and a food truck. Cool vibe.

Great fun !! Not Smokey Great drinks and service from Bar…read morestaff! Great fun !! Not Smokey Great drinks and service from Bar staff!

Don't let the outside fool you--Mary's Lounge is way better than it looks at first glance. Yeah,…read moreit's a dive bar, but in the best possible way. We love a good dive bar, and while we were in Lake Charles, we got invited out on a Sunday night for their crawfish boil... and it did not disappoint. The vibe was awesome--good music playing, drinks were cheap (which we always appreciate), and everyone just seemed to be having a good time. The outdoor patio was probably our favorite part. You had all kinds of people out there--bikers, families, locals--just hanging out together, listening to music, and enjoying the night. Super laid-back and honestly just a really cool atmosphere. Even kid-friendly, which you don't always expect. Definitely one of those spots that has way more personality than you'd think. We'd 100% go back.

This place is a phenomenal hole in the wall! It attracts people from all different walks of life…read more Currently it's crawfish season and there is crawfish on Sunday and Cajun live music! Everybody should have Mary's crawfish. It's the best I've had around town so far and I've had a lot. There is outside seating and an inside bar area as well. Everyone was super friendly and the vibe was fantastic. Nothing fancy but you will get fun and you will get real.

Granted it has been a long time since i've been here, but I remember being definitely surprised to…read morewalk in this place and find a nice interior with leather couches and such. They had a "drink your way around the world" thing going on back then. Don't know if that still goes on. But don't judge this place from the exterior.

Horrible Horrible bar staff. Rude, trouble making people. Definitely will NOT go again!!read more

Yee Yee from Texas ! But loved the music and beer. Cant get over these 10oz little beers just…read moreenough to wet your whistle Absolutely a must to come to! Love

I was encouraged to join a group of friends and acquaintances to listen to live Cajun music at…read morehistoric Fred's Lounge in the "Cajun Music Capital of the World" Mamou, Louisiana. I agreed to go without any expectations, except for having a great time with friends who have been and Mamou's international reputation for its genre of music. I was amazed by the experience, to say the least! Fred's Lounge is small, intimate and its music broadcasts live every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to around 2 p.m. on KVPI AM radio out of nearby Ville Platte, Louisiana there every Saturday. There was no cover, people there were friendly and embraced visitors as family. Even a wall flower could not help rump-rocking in their seat, clapping to the beat, stomping their feet, or even being coerced to cut-a-rug with a perfect stranger, while embracing the unique Cajun music rhythms. The band that day was local famed Don Fontenot and the Louisiana Boys. I could not help admiring the bass player's guitar strap made out of alligator hide. The craftsmanship was incredible! Also Don Fontenot, the accordion player's passion and creativity was spot on! The band played traditional music in Cajun French, however at times they played American classics like Proud Mary. They even played La Grange by Z. Z. Top in both English and Cajun French. However the most memorable song was "Ride the Donkey" with a guest performance from a local lady in the lounge, who he-hawed better than the best Jenny! I am certain it wasn't her first time performing this song! If you are a music enthusiast, looking for a fun destination trip or a simply a unique memorable experience in Louisiana, Fred's Lounge is a must!

If you're looking for a duck blind that doubles as a confessional booth, liquor cabinet, and comedy…read moreclub, this is the place. The shooting skills here are so "refined" that ducks are basically safer flying directly overhead than a mile away. Everyone swears they "just missed by an inch," but somehow the sky stays full of birds. The whiskey, however, never misses--it hits hard and early, fueling stories that grow taller with every pour. By noon, you'll have heard three versions of the same lie and watched five shells sail off into the ether. Perfect for folks who want to practice their storytelling more than their shooting. Five stars for laughs, two stars for accuracy, unlimited stars for booze.

Closed. Use to have pool tournaments. Was a happening place. I wasn't a bar hopper but the…read morecommunity loved it.

First I would like to say the only reason I gave one star was not the bar itself, but the…read morebartenders. Especially the ugly troll with the glasses. I was recently visiting from out of town when I stumbled upon booze & cues. I'm not sure what was worse the dull personalities or lack of intelligence of simple bar tending knowledge. I'm 100% sure I even saw her use the bathroom without washing her hands ( ew, I know). But it doesn't surprise me with the lack of self care and hygiene(that she made very noticeable). Also if you're pretty I strongly suggest to avoid this place. Those inbred girls get highly jealous of anything that looks better than a possum.

Stopped in for the first time today. I've been a loyal patron of the other shop in town for years…read morewhen I travel here and was recommended Coolers. Ordered the Special, it was very good, bread was amazing along with the jalapeno mayo and gravy. My only complaint would be there was only one slice of roast beef and ham and did not see any turkey so the meat portions were lacking, but the overall taste was very good. Definitely worth a stop if you are in the Lake Charles area.

Papa's special absolutely changed my life. I think about this sandwich everyday. And don't even get…read moreme started on the jalapeño mayo. Whole pieces of jalapeños?!?!?! In my mayo?!?!?? I love it! Amazing sandwich. Must try!!

. The storied "L A…read moreBAR" is a classic SW LA small-town drinkery; locals, boaters, wildife folks, & tourists flock in. N.B.: When last I visited, smoking was allowed inside; a giant negative for us. Sorry. Other than the smoke; a great little place with much history. Cajun musician Doug Kershaw got his start shining shoes out front on the sidewalk. Street parking, or just walk over from Bank Hotel or the nice treed lakefront park nearby. If you can stand the SMOKE, do visit. Rick .

I've never been the only person in a bar before, really made me question life's decisions.read more