These guys were very nice and responded right away over text when I had questions!…read more I had the shrimp & grits and the seafood gumbo. The flavor of the food was packed with delicious herbs and spices. Truly a supernova of delicious authentic soul taste. If it were just that, it'd be an easy 5 stars; however, onto the negatives: 1. The shrimp & grits were pretty skimpy on the grits (altho tons of shrimp and delicious sausage in the seafood gumbo. HIGHLY recommend that one) 2. The prices are a bit high, in the $20-$40 range. However, I understand that delivery companies do take a big portion 3. The grubhub page said "not currently accepting orders" while the Uber eats one was accepting them. I asked the owner over text and she said she'd try to fix the grubhub website (I wanted to use grubhub over Uber eats cuz I had a $5 off grubhub coupon). It still wasn't fixed after 15-30 mins so we just gave up and ordered on Uber Eats since we were hungry. Would've been nice to know how long it might take to get it fixed; I was assuming it'd be a quick setting change Note that these guys are delivery/pickup only via Uber Eats or Grubhub and you have to just wait and show up at their house when it's ready. Didn't have to wait long after the estimated finish time to see the sous chef walk out and hand me the order. +1 for great instructions on where to meet them

Very rude and annoying "chef" is constantly yelling into a megaphone, and disturbing the already…read moreloud area. + food is mid at best. Don't go here.

The food was amazing! I had the shrimp Po'Boy and my daughter had the 2pc Fried Chicken (Leg &…read moreWing) with macaroni and cheese and corn bread. The service was fantastic, was a husband, wife and daughter operation and they were down right hospitable. The ambience was average but they did have an area for live music, which they said they have on the weekends! A must try and I will definitely be back to try some gator and gumbo!!

I ordered the gumbo. It's a complete different type of gumbo that I'm used too. This one is more…read moresoupy. Watery and honestly, I didn't even know if I like it or not. It has some meat, sausages and crab legs, some shredded chicken meat mixed with the rice and the soup. No okra, No beans, not spicy at all. Grayish watery gumbo. On the side, I was given like a tapatio kind of spicy sauce. The other one that I got is shrimp creole. NOW.... This is yummy. More like the gumbo that I frequent. Thick stew, shrimp, perfect spice. Love this!. Staff are super kind and friendly. Extra star for them. I'm coming back for more Shrimp creole!!

It's a good thing the food is good because the service is not…read more Guess you have to be a local

I had never heard of this place before, and the restaurant is in an unexpected location, but I'm…read moreglad we gave it a try. The service was exceptional, and the food was fresh. We started with the Brussels sprouts, which unfortunately were a little undercooked. We also ordered the pizza special of the day, and it was very good. I had the white shrimp, which came with four shrimp served on two pieces of bread. It was very tasty, although the bread became a bit soggy from the sauce. I'd definitely come back to try a few different menu items. The restaurant has a unique vibe, and despite a couple of minor issues, I'd recommend giving it a try.

Back at Cajun Kitchen after the reopen and it is like it never left…read more The blackened turkey club was stacked, flavorful, and messy in the best way. Easy lunch win and glad this spot is back in the rotation.

So unfortunate, was really looking forward to having some quality Cajun food. Ambiance is more like…read moreyour typical diner. Sat outside which was nice, but took a while for someone to come and bring me water and take my order. The food though, even more sad. Crawfish etouffee - 2/10 The crawfish tasted extremely fishy. The crawfish pieces themselves were way too large, and very very chewy. Sad excuse for an etouffee. If you ever go to New Orleans and get real Cajun food, go to Deanie's Seafood Restaurant and get yourself a crawfish etouffee there, that one is impeccable. Don't get this here. The side of cornbread was equally sad. Beignets - 2.5/10 Equally sad. More like fried dough balls than proper beignets. Not flaky whatsoever. If you're ever in the south/southeast and want good beignets, go to PJ's coffee (they know how to make them well). Don't get it here. Beignets were around $10 and etouffee was just under $20. Came out to roughly a $35 bill or so. Not worth it, would not come here again if I'm looking for good Cajun food.

Flavor flavor flavor - Jeremiah is doing things differently here…read more Everything made fresh to order. From the batter, breading, and frying. The seasoning was immaculate, the flavor was outstanding, and it's everything you're looking for and more when it comes to good food, made with love. Keep doing your thing Jeremiah. Will be back to see you and the team soon.

If you're walking through The Oaks Mall and craving something with real flavor, Creole Kings in the…read morefood court is absolutely worth a stop. I ordered the Fried Catfish Combo, which comes with fries, and it did not disappoint. The catfish was seasoned perfectly and fried to perfection, crispy on the outside with a moist, juicy center that packed a ton of flavor in every bite. You can tell they know what they're doing when it comes to Cajun style cooking. The fries were just as impressive, coated in Cajun seasoning that gave them a nice kick without overpowering the meal. Everything paired really well with their house dipping sauce and a splash of hot sauce, bringing it all together. What really stood out was the service. The cashier and owner provided great customer service, taking the time to explain the menu and answer any questions. You can also tell the food is made fresh, everything is fried to order, not just sitting under a heating lamp, which makes a huge difference in quality. This is a must stop visit if you are ever in the area. For a food court spot, this place delivers bold, authentic flavors that truly stand out.

I had the pleasure of having this delicious food twice in the past week and whoo! They are…read moreintroducing new family style meals that you can preorder, and I think that's the way to go. The price is good to feed a family, and my food was well packed and ready for me right at my pick up time, there was no waiting. If you're going for fried fish, get the swai for a milder flavor. I'm not a big fish eater, but with that swai and the seasoning baby, I could gobble up a whole tray of it! I also love their Mac and cheese and the green beans. Oh and that cornbread was the perfect texture and sweetness. The only thing that would improve things is if I could get a slightly larger size for the family meals. Maybe we're just greedy, but the sides were just barely enough for feed my family of 4 for one meal. However we had plenty of protein to last us a couple days.

Yes please! This has…read morebeen a place I have been wanting to try. On paper, it has things I'm rooting for on paper... 1. It seems like a small place starting up. 2. It's a local business I can support. 3. it's soulfood in a primarily white area so it's a scarcity which can cause it too shine(by my estimate). 4.it appears to be artisanal food, cooked from scratch, which is always preferable to something reheated like in many current restaurants and is actually becoming increasingly common. All that being said, the prices should seem fair by my estimation. I decided to place an order and called to get a recommendation from the establishment. I called up, and it was the chef! I asked if she could recommend something, and she couldn't really answer specifically, and I honestly think she took my statement wrong because her tone changed as if I asked "what will I like," and sort of defensively stood on "I'm the chef so I am partial to everything" which was a fair answer, but I would never place that form of expectation on someone, but rather would pay more for dishes emphatically pointed out. Call out something they think they shine, so to speak. This was a missed sale. That being said I decided to place a "safe bet" on your food, and go with soulfood staples, and stay under $50. Fried Chicken, Collard Greens, Mac N Cheese, and sweet yams with cornbread on the side. The food was fantastic. Hands down. Good for the place, the city, hell, the region. I hope this woman finds success, her business thrives, and food, money, and smiles multiply exponentially. The chicken was fried perfectly with a gently seasoned batter, and honestly, the chicken breast was my favorite piece!!!! When is the breast the best? This might be a first. Kudos to MGF breaking the code on the chicken with just some hot sauce. The chicken tasted clean and like it had a clean quality flavor. I know that sounds a bit strange, but it's true. The Mac N Cheese was incredible. Disclaimer: REAL MAC AND CHEESE. Not dietetic in the slightest. Worth every bite however. Cheddary, buttery, a bit of black pepper, and tons of love. The collard greens were delicious, and succulent with every bite. They were a bit salty, but that's the way they are supposed to taste, and I would recommend them if you like Greens. They taste like they're rendered in drippings. So good. Yams were ultra sweet, and may put some people off, but not me. I'll order extra next time. Super sweet. No complaints here. Solid side dish extraordinaire. The cornbread was simple and had a "sweet corn flavored cake" sort of vibe. Sugary and pleasant and coupled well with the other flavors. Definitely go here. I will definitely be back. Next time, the catfish I secretly wanted recommended will be on the list. I will follow up with that review. Order here to indulge. 10/10

We chose LoFi BBQ to cater our wedding recently, and are still hearing compliments from friends and…read morefamily on how good the food was. Steve and family truly helped create a memorable day. They were easy to work with on menu selection and the food was remarkably good. Look for them at one of their events in the area. You must try their food and we highly recommend for your next event.

Lofi Smoke and Grill is the BEST BBQ in Ventura County hands down. For so many years I'd been eager…read moreto find a spot that truly served up 5 star BBQ and after trying a few spots I was disappointed and the hunt continued. Thankfully due to a supper club hosted by Yelp Central Coast I was finally able to try them and I fell in love. Lofi was everything I had been searching for and then some. Fast forward to them being on my mind for months I had the opportunity to give them another try at one of their pop up events. The lines proved that everyone in the community loves Lofi as much as me! Family owned and operated this business is all about good vibes, teaching others about west coast bbq, their love for feeding their community and no ego. Steve and the family truly want you to have a wonderful experience and make you feel at home both with their kindness and the food that they put on your plate. Supporting them in this bbq community has been a refreshing experience as they are so kind and open to feedback. I love that they have fun pop ups opposed to a standard brick and mortar. They chose this because they truly want their bbq to be accessible and available to those that don't always have the opportunity to try them. They definitely give back to their community and supporting them is a win for our small but mighty 805 community. Okay now on to the food! Claiming anything is the "best" in the 805 is a bold move but I stand behind the flavors and complexity that Lofi brings to the table. West Coast BBQ makes me feel proud to be from CA as I've had bbq all over the states and they are doing us proud here. They have a killer bbq sauce that's the perfect mix of sweet and savory. Their meats and proteins are always cooked to perfection and juicy! My two favorite meats they do hands down is their 1. Brisket and 2. Pulled Pork. Their brisket is so flavorful and I love the little bit of fattiness that comes through. Also having never been a pulled pork girl, Lofi changed the game for me - so good and the flavors are on point. Another bite worth mentioning are their ribs, great seasoning and generous portions. I like to cut all of the heaviness of the bbq with their coleslaw. Makes for the perfect bite. I know they have a good amount of other sides but I'll need to give them a try. I am so beyond happy that we have Lofi BBQ in the 805. Their family couldn't be nicer and more welcoming. They are doing good work out here and I'll definitely continue to support them and spread the word on this amazing bbq spot.