I still love this place. Cozy environment and amazing food. The staff are very friendly. We still get the stuffed pistolette with crawfish. It was delicious as always. My ol lady got the crawfish Evangeline. I got the gold band creole. It was a good experience overall! read more

This place is wonderful! When I went, it was a Thursday evening ~ 8:30pm. There was live music and such a homey atmosphere. We ordered the gator bites, my friend had the ettoufe and I had the basic (but delicious) fried shrimp poboy. I had heard so much about this spot and am excited that we finally went. We also had their seasonal blueberry abita beer-- Yummy! All the food arrived promptly, service was great, and I loved the atmosphere. The menu is extensive in all sorts of cajon goodies and maybe I'm hungry as I write this, but I want some right now!! read more

First, there was no soda because the Co2 broke. So people had to choose between ice tea, lemonade, water or beer and wine (not good for lunch during a weekday). Nobody even bothered to go to the store and get soda. Then I ordered a dish that had a sauce that was waaaay too tomato based. It tasted like a can of crushed tomatoes. They put it on fettuccine noodles so the sauce didnt stay on. There was no flavor. I asked for a cream based sauce bc the dish wasnt very good. She brought back the sauce which was basil lemon. I poured it on and it made the dish palatable. I told my waitress the meal wasnt very good but that I had to go and didnt want to order anything else. THEY CHARGED ME FOR EVERYTHING, INCLUDING THE "CREAM" SAUCE. I understand sometimes things are off at restaurants but they did NOTHING to make it right. I will not be going back. read more

Authentic Cajun food. So good. Not healthy.. But why are you eating Cajun trying to be healthy ? The oysters are a must and so is the redfish. Curtis, the owner is so nice and greets you as you walk in, if he's there. Which seems to be always. Love the whole vibe here. It's just like you would get in LA. read more

The food is ok, but the waitress is rude. I went on at 11 am for lunch amd the place use empty except for one table, I was having a friend join me for lunch but they were on the way, the waitress/ hostess met me at the door with a frown on her face and proceeded to stick me at a side table near the bathroom, I told her I had another joining me and she threw a fit, I sat down a a table near the wall that had 4 chairs and she gave me dirty looks. As it turns out my friend had to cancel So I moved to a smaller table and waited to order my food, worst chicken fried steak I have ever tried to eat, super tough and sloppy presentation,the salad was hot and the French fries cold. This is the third time in as many years that I have tried this place but allways left unsatisfied amd had horrible service from the rude waitstaff. Paid $18 plus tip for the worst CFS ever amd I order that becomes the last times I ordered the shrimp and then the fish and they were mediocre at best. Save yourself time and money and find another place to eat. read more

Really amazing Cajun food! Everything was well cooked and seasoned with the perfect amount of spice. Service was alright - there was an awkward exchange between the host and what appeared to be the manager when they were seating us. read more

This place definitely has that keep Austin weird kinda vibe... love it!!! it's a hole in the wall w/ great food. I really love their poboys and etouffee!. It can get packed here at times so be prepared for a crowd! read more

Awesome southern Louisianan food! It makes me want to travel to New Orleans; but I don't have to 'cause I can get the food here! The Oysters Contraband with their own roumalarde sause is the best I've ever had. There's other entrees there that you'll want to go steady with! Friendly service always; Curtis, the owner, is supernice even when you're not at his store (ran into him grocery shopping). Do give them a taste! read more

This is my favorite restaurant for really great Cajun food. The staff is friendly. The kitchen is efficient. The live music is always good. Very casual and in a down home sort of way. read more

One of the better Cajun style places in Austin. Had the Poboy and was not disappointed. Order it as recommended with both sauces as they blend perfect together. I was able to sample a different variety of my guests plates and everything was very good. Located a small drive away from 35 but do yourself the favor and make the effort. If you like authentic then it doesn't get much better than this. read more

I'm not a Cajun food lover or a seafood lover but my husband has been dying to try here. While the place is tight on space it's got really cool decor. It was packed with 3-4 wait staff who looked like they have their jobs on lock. Perfect symmetry , service and friendly. I ordered chicken fried steak and worried the gravy would be to hot . I was so thankful it was PERFECT! I haven't had gravy in this state that was anywhere near the quality of this. I know a review on gravy but y'all this Carolina girl loves gravy and will totally judge an entire establishment on gravy quality. Back to the real food ... hubby had the seafood platter and my father in law had catfish. The men were happy happy! Prices are consistent with Austin restaurants and the quality is on point. If your looking for leftovers for later forget about it . Portions will fill your tummy as the food endorphins keep ya happy. It all you can ask for in my opinion. The hubby said ad this place to our rotation and so it will be. read more

Food was amazing... felt awkward being a tourist here where as most places in Austin we've been welcomed but here was way different. Worth the drive for the food though... get the gator bites... read more

So glad this is in my neighborhood! I loved the Avocado Po Boy and Gumbo I had for lunch! Evangeline is a really cute little place with a great looking menu. Apparently they have live music every night so I'll have to go back to check it out and try the fried oysters. Good, cheap, lunch specials Mon- Fri too! read more

As a lover of spicy and cajun food, I was excited to try this place out with my family as they had been there before, but it was my first time. The place is kind of crowded, my family of 6 was seated at a table probably fit for 4, however the decor was awesome with covered walls and ceilings of Louisiana themed items. The stuffed pistolette was fabulous for an appetizer, and so were the fried oysters. (I am definitely not an oyster fan, so for me to like a fried oyster, it has to be tasty) The problems I had came to the Crawfish Evangeline. It was a sub-par pasta. The cream sauce had very low flavor and the only tasty part of the dish was the clumps of delicious crawfish, but the fettucine and sauce did nothing for me. Definitely underwhelming for a "house favorite." Then, I wanted to try their seafood gumbo, as my family had their gumbo before and vouched for it. However, when it came it tasted BITTER. I was so confused. It was like the roux was burnt when they cooked it. We reported the problem to the waitress and she was respectful about it, and asked if we wanted to try their chicken and sausage gumbo... but the way she phrased the question was as if it was free of charge. "Do you want to try the chicken and sausage? I already took off the seafood gumbo off the check." I ordered the cup size, but she insisted on us ordering the bowl as it was the same size of the seafood one we ordered.. as if it would be wasteful to order the cup size. Eventually the bowl size was fully charged on the check. And the chicken and sausage gumbo STILL tasted burnt and bitter. As if black coffee was cooked with it. I was so confused; my family said that it was not how the gumbo normally tastes. Maybe it was an off day, but I don't understand how performance on such a signature dish could be so awful. Unfortunately the place is just whatever to me now, I'm sure it's overall consistent, but I had an unlucky experience. read more

Finally made my way to South Austin to check out Evangeline Cafe. Great atmosphere - VERY friendly staff, ice cold Abita and lots of Louisiana flair around. If you've ever lived or spent any meaningful time in Louisiana, this place will make you feel like you've crossed the Sabine river. Now the good part. Oysters Contraband - HOLY MOLY those are great. Also had the chicken and sausage gumbo - it's about as good as you can get in the state of Texas. House-made chips rock. Also had the crawfish etouffee - very tasty but not as good as Maw'Maw's still very good. Also had a shrimp PoBoy that was fantastic. I will definitely be back. And soon. read more

Fan- freakin- tastic! The gator bites were absolutely amazing! Very small tight feel but service was pretty good. Everyone at my table was quite pleased with: fried pickles, chicken steak, fried oyster po' boy, roast beef po boy and bread pudding. All for a reallly reasonable price! Most def coming back!! read more

We started with some Gator Bites and Fried Pickles which were both awesome appetizers. Fried Pickles can tend to be far too salty, but not these. I had the Chicken Fried Steak topped with cajun white gravy, served with red beans & rice, fries, and cornbread. The food was all hot and extremely tasty! The service was good and we finished it all off with some killer bread pudding. Did I mention 2 apps, 3 dinners, and dessert for all under $50? I have to go 5 stars on this spot, and its right outside of my gate!!! :) read more

I have eaten here multiple times. Each time trying something new in hopes that I will finally be very satisfied but I am not. Everything that I have tried has been so tasteless or way over seasoned with salt. The only thing I've actually enjoyed is the catfish. Service has always been good though! I love the dive feeling of it too. We will continue to come for catfish but that's about it. read more

Another great visit here, however we stopped by on the only day the didn't have music this month.

This hidden treasure is amazing. It's not in a fancy shopping center or anything but this hole in a wall is simply amazing. I would be bold enough to say that this is the best Cajun I have had in Austin. I have been quite a few times and recently went here a few days ago. I got the shrimp ettoufee and my party got catfish and chicken fried gator. All of us loved our food. There was some live music playing that night but it wasn't overbearing. Our waiter was a rockstar in how he made sure we were all taken care of. I would highly recommend the experience here. read more

Great little restaurant with a fun casual atmosphere and they occasionally have live music. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The food is comforting and satisfying with a nicely varying cajun menu and they have options for all ages and tastes. One of the fun things is that they give children mardigras beads with their coloring paper. All and all it is a great place to go with friends and family. read more

Best Cajun food you can find in TX! We went on a busy Friday night and even though the kitchen was backed up a bit it was worth the wait. They also had my favorite Abita Raspberry Beer to go with my Crawfish Evangeline! This place is foodie heaven. Order anything and you won't be let down! read more

Great Cajun food and live Cajun music! The catfish is delicious! Get there early as seating is limited and you're going to want to sit and listen to the music! read more

Absolutely LOVE Evangeline's! Was turned on to this south Austin Cajun gem a while back after tennis. Thursday's usually has a band playing in this intimate setting - you def feel you're transported to another place and relaxed time. The stuffed pork chop is a GoTo must! Order an Abita Turbo Dog along with it and chill! read more

Really adorable place with an awesome atmosphere. Affordable prices. Mostly everything here is really delicious too. Some things could use a bit more flavor or spice like the gumbo or jambalaya but overall would recommend. read more

This is a small restaurant in a strip center so it's easy to miss. It has some great favorites on it. The food taste like authentic cajun, according to my husband. read more

I've known about this place for years, but just went there with my gal for dinner last week. Great service (even with a packed house), tasty food and a fair price. The portions weren't huge. But, the quality was right on. I had gumbo, my girl had creole shrimp and we were both very satisfied. The bread pudding was fantastic as well! read more

Another visit to Evangeline's and I am happy. Gumbo is good. I just love this place!!!

Easy to review. Good food, fast & friendly service, almost nightly live music, fair prices, kid friendly. Extra good vibes because they always seem to bring the kids' food out first! read more

My Austin friends have been raving about this place for years...I finally made it. Came later to listen to the live music, heard the Austin Cajan Aces. Great live music. Fab divey atmosphere. Deep friend pickles were heavenly...thinly sliced; lightly battered, hot and crunchy. Had the stuffed Redfish...super mega yummy. Dessert...there is NO WAY IN HELL that I shoulda had dessert. But the Pistolette...OMFG. Like a New Orleans beignet...but with pecans...praline sauce. First stop tomorrow...GYM. read more

I was invited to dine here by a couple of friends recently, and have nothing but good things to offer! I decided to splurge a bit and spring for the fried shrimp platter, sample some boudin, taste the gumbo, and enjoy the live tunes. (It was only a splurge because I do not eat a lot of fried foods.) I was pleasantly surprised by the flavors and the quick service, and can't believe I did not know this little place even existed before now. I'm often disappointed by Cajun food the farther away I get from Cajun Country, but Evangeline was really pretty good. Apparently, my friends come here often and they are always pleased. My family includes actual Cajuns, so I know what real Cajun food should taste like, and I will happily return to this cafe in the future! read more

A truly authentic experience from the moment you walk through the door. The place is decorated from floor to ceiling with Louisiana type decor. The food is amazing and the live music really sets the mood. read more

Great atmosphere and music. I love the stuffed pistolette appetizer and the praline pistolete for dessert. Nothing disappoints.

Go for the alligator in sauce piquante. Stay for the pecan pie in a donut (yes, it's as good as it sounds). Stay all night for the live music. There's nothin wrong with this place (but it's in a strip mall :-/). Great food. Great service. Great music. Can't wait to go again. read more

South austin hole in the wall. Live music, great Cajun food, purple haze and BYOL (bring your own liquor)!! You can also bring your own wine but be aware they charge you a $10 corking fee so bring a big bottle to get your money's worth. Great atmosphere and awesome food. Roast beef poboy is a favorite. Be sure to get it with the onion rings...so delish. Wouldn't recommend the fried pickles, just meh. This place is always busy and it's a small space so get there early for dinner. The food is not expensive. They only serve beer and wine, no hard liquor thats why you bring your own if that's your drink of choice. They do have a variety of Abita beer. Small outdoor seating in the front. Do not take reservations. Closed Sundays. read more

Lively atmosphere in casual Louisiana stomp complete w gator nuggets, catfish with creamy crawfish chowder (mock shoo), tasty soft shell crab po boy (an explosive taste of lightly fried soft shell in lightly toasted soft bread matched with juicy tomato and crispy lettuce with mayo and remoulade mmm). read more

Fried shrimp basket plus a side salad. Dirty rice or fries so I picked second in fact I wasn't in mood for them today. Originally I planned to order a Po Boy but I changed my mind and had a basket instead. Cold outside so I drink a bottle of Dos Equis XX. Good match a beer and basket for my day read more

Oh man where to start? First off you can step into this place and suddenly they somehow transport you from an Austin Strip Mall to a place in New Orleans. The place can be packed. The décor is definitely Cajun and man you come here to eat and drink. Its crowded and noisy but that's the fun. I started with a gumbo and my oh my, spicy but great. I could have filled up on just the gumbo but then I would have missed out on the entrée, alligator piquant. And man piquant it was! Just spicy enough for you to get a little forehead sweat going but not so spicy that it blows your head off. Tender alligator chunks and plenty of it. It was wonderful. I will definitely go again and again to work my way through the menu and then back again! Terrific wait staff who really knows their stuff. read more

Fantastic little find. Not much to look at on the outside, but it's what's on the inside that counts! Really good, authentic tasting cajun. Started with the gator bites which didn't disappoint. Catfish for me and etouffee for my sister. Loved it-will be back! read more

So disappointed. I went here and met up with some girlfriends for a weeknight dinner and some catch up. It was really my mistake ordering Fettuccini at a Creole restaurant, but I was sold on the description of battered shrimp over pasta with Creole sauce. The dish came out with rubbery shrimp and so much cream sauce that everything was drowned out. Not a bit of finesse. As disappointed as I was, I have to go back and give the etoufee, gumbo, or boudin a try to feel that I've really given this place a proper chance. read more