Avid crab eater! Lol First time venturing to this location. I first ate from this franchise in…read moreMaryland. This location didn't upset on taste and quality/quantity for price point. Especially compared to the other crab locations in Greensboro. Staff was courteous. Sat at the bar. Didn't view other areas of the restaurant. Bartender wasn't familiar with my drink order but still attempted. Restaurant was relatively empty. Food came out fast and correct. Ordered The Boom flavors, extra hot. Flavor was really good. Not too salty. Spice not very spicy. Extra hot was borderline mild. Wouldn't go alone. There wasn't a friendly vibe. None of the banter from the bartender that you expect when sitting alone at a bar restaurant. Seemed as tho the bartender didn't want to be there. Would definitely eat there again if I was in Winston. Eagerly awaiting the opening of the High Point location.

I have placed a takeout order 3 times for the same thing. Each time the amount of food is smaller…read moreand smalle. I am very disappointed

What a cool place. Look, I hate taking up a table by myself but there ain't no bar!…read more Brigette was my server. What a spark of enthusiasm. She knows how to greet a guest and/or table. Had the crawfish etouffee. OMG. Incredible! More like a soup that you get to mix but flavor, spiciness, all in all taste. This is really good. Most impressive was the spice level. Right on the border (my wife couldn't eat it) but unless you like really spicy you don't need to add anything. What a taste. Props to the chef! Back to Brigette. What a great server. I watched her and had her serve me and she really gets it. An absolute pleasure eating here. Will definitely be back and try whatever Brigette recommends

The food here is amazing! Especially the desserts…read more It's one of our go to spots to enjoy date night.

Angel is an excellent server! My wife loves this place! It's a hidden diamond in the rough! I don't…read moreknow if I like the fact is is hard to find! The food is so delicious! And the environment is always safe and fantastic. Great spot for a night out after work with wifey! Keep up the great work!

I've never been the biggest fan of seafood boils, they are often rather bland and are almost always…read moremessy! If you have enough butter and sauces you can add some flavor, but a lot of the blandness remains, for me anyway. I've had seafood boils on the beach at Cape Cod, Hyman's Seafood in Charleston, and Willie's Boil House in the French Quarter, among others. And I was blown away by none. In a discussion with a friend, he disagreed with my position and suggested I give some local spots a try, and be very generous with all types of accompanying sauces, especially spicy ones, and don't skip the butter! So I am planning to try a few spots heading into the new year, starting with this spot. I ordered the weekend special, shrimp, lobster tail, and small crab cluster. This comes with potatoes and corn. This was not at all a bad meal, the shrimp were very tasty. The lobster tail was a bit chewy though the flavor was nice. The crab cluster produced some nice bits of meat, but this was a very small cluster. The veggies were just ok, on the dull side. While not all bad, this was very expensive and I would not come close to ordering this again - in fact I don't see a return visit, period!

It was one of the highlights during my Thursday afternoon in Roanoke, after walking 2 miles from…read more3rd Street Bus station to Grandin neighborhood. I discovered Gianni's restaurant almost by accident and decided to try it, since it was in the area of my Airbnb. Other restaurants including the nearby 7-Eleven didn't seem appropriate especially when I was on vacation. I arrived on a Thursday afternoon after 3pm. I was already famished from having just a smoothie 8 hours before and nothing else. I walked into the restaurant that was small and had about 6 tables. The vibe was quiet and interesting since I was a tourist carrying my luggage. I thought that this place was the type to close in between lunch and dinner shifts, but luckily for me, they weren't. I went to the front counter to see the staff and was seated promptly. I spent about an hour here and it was quite nice. The menu was very limited but they had Louisiana soul food on the menu and I was happy that they were here. I ended up getting a large bowl of red beans and rice. A side of french fries and a bowl of jambalaya rounded out the meal. I also gotten a Diet Coke for the drink. I didn't really care about price since I was just hungry, but at the same time, too much food can be a bad thing too. I started off with the French fries, which were crispy and hot. Definitely hit the spot after a long travel day. The fried okra was amazing and finished the meal with the red beans and rice. It was a great meal for a starving tourist on his first time in Roanoke, Virginia. I enjoyed the spice level that was the red beans and rice as well as with the fried okra. It was especially amazing and delicious. I definitely recommend and enjoyed my time here. The overall experience here at Gianni's restaurant in Roanoke, Virginia was great and typical at the same time. The lady who was the Waitress was friendly and polite. I would say that this restaurant is one of Roanoke's hidden gems. The restaurant itself was small but can hold a small party for an afternoon or evening. Everything was nice and the ambiance was very nice and quiet. A table that was occupied with 6 people left when I started eating. I occupied myself with my phone while eating and it was bliss having the meal after a long day of travel. The ambiance was good and quiet and didn't notice that there wasn't much air conditioning that I felt. I don't know if there was any WiFi connection for customer use either. It doesn't matter though since I didn't need it at the time I was in the restaurant. For the most part though, the entire experience here at Gianni's restaurant was nothing short of amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed New Orleans Cajun cuisine so much and the meal I had was really nice. Definitely delicious and the spice level was very welcoming for sure. The prices here was a little bit expensive but it was very very good. I think that I enjoyed myself here a little too much. I wished that I went back that evening and purchased dinner, but ended up elsewhere instead. Oh well. I definitely recommend Gianni's restaurant because it's one of the best that Roanoke has to offer. You won't regret it. Gianni's restaurant is located in the Grandin neighborhood district in Roanoke, Virginia. It's physically at 1908 Memorial Avenue SW in the heart of the neighborhood. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. As far as parking goes, it is very limited. Your best bet is to find street parking where you can find it nearby in the residential areas and walk on over. It's a walkable neighborhood and doesn't seem like they get a lot of vehicular traffic on any given day. If you enjoy public transportation in the city of Roanoke, you can ride routes 65 or 71 and walk on over after getting off the bus. I got here by walking from the 3rd street bus station, which was 2 miles away. Way to build up that appetite, I guess. There's always uber and Lyft if you desire comfort and convenience at your fingertips. For the most part though, it was actually one of my favorite time of the day while I was in the Grandin neighborhood. If you are here in Roanoke and want to enjoy some New Orleans inspired cuisine, consider coming over here and enjoy. You will not regret it I promise. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. It's very good! Support local! A+

I came in during lunch, and this lunch special was all bang for your buck. The Catfish was…read moreperfectly crispy and seasoned to perfection. This food was also fresh and piping hot. The Owner/ Operator was so kind and informative, I loved the service and the food. I was on my lunch break so I didn't get to try everything I wanted, but I immediately texted my friends and they came by the next day with the same raving reviews

Great place to grab NOLA-inspired food in the heart of Downtown Durham!…read more A few of my friends and I wanted to have a girls' night in Durham. One of the girls is a Durham native and suggested we come here, and I'm glad she did. I LOVE the food in NOLA, but their food is often imitated and not done right. Seraphine does a GREAT job! The space itself is a bit small, so I highly suggest getting a reservation. I love how small it is, though, because it gives it a quaint and cozy feel, which is a lot like the restaurants and places in NOLA. I'm not sure about parking since we walked from the Aloft. The staff was great, and our server gave us great recommendations, which I love. For my drink, I ordered a glass of the Avissi Prosecco Veneto, and it was the best prosecco I think I've ever had! So crisp and delicious. They also have beer, wine, speciality cocktails, a full bar, and THC drinks. We ordered a couple of Caesar salads to share, and they were delicious and crisp. We also ordered the Broiled Oysters Rockefeller-style. Although they tasted good, I prefer my oysters on the half shell, and they serve the broiled oysters on a tray, which I didn't like. For my entree, I ordered the Shrimp and Grits, and it was delicious! The mushrooms added a nice texture that was different, but worked well for the dish. I definitely recommend and can't wait to return!

Finally made it out to Seraphine for a weeknight dinner! I'd heard many good things, including the…read moreMichelin recognition, so I was expecting it to be crazy expensive. I was pleasantly surprised to see several reasonably priced options - salad with fried shrimp or oysters for around $20, and some entree options in the $20-something range. I got the crawfish and shrimp croquettes to start. While I typically think of croquettes as having a looser filling, these had a chewier, bouncier texture that made me think of Asian shrimp or fish balls. They were deep fried without being heavy, and served with a flavorful sauce. For my main, I got that evening's special, which was a confit duck leg with gnocchi and chanterelles. I found the duck a hair too salty on its own, but that was somewhat tempered by eating it in the same bite as the soft gnocchi. The chanterelles were the star here for me. Bright and bouncy and delicious. My dining companion got the catfish with red beans and rice. It was a generous portion of both. I didn't try it, but my companion cleaned their plate and liked it. Finally, we got an order of beignets for dessert. They came out torch-your-fingers hot, with a dusting of powdered sugar on top of the deep-friend dough rectangles. Alas, they were just okay. The dough was a bit too dense, and I think the beignets would have benefited from being fully tossed in powdered sugar. Not nearly as good as cafe du monde (admittedly, an extremely high bar). You do get 5 for $9, so another generous portion. Service was friendly, if a hair slow through our appetizers and mains. Our server asked if we were trying to catch a show (we were not), so it does seem like they'll pace things accordingly if you're rushing off to DPAC or whatever. Perhaps we got our food a bit more slowly at the start while they were accommodating folks trying to leave on time. All in all, I think the tasty food, generous portions, and fair prices means we'll be back again!

I really liked this spot. I was brought here by friends while I was in town and found the entire…read moreexperience enjoyable. Our waiter was a nice guy (didn't get name, longer hair and mustache) and was attentive without being intrusive. They have a really good wine selection. I had several things off the menu, including the mussels and the brisket, and I thoroughly enjoyed everything. The garlic bread was prepared well without being too hard. The space is a little loud but not overly so; we were still able to have a pleasant conversation. Highly recommended.

We love Succotash and will absolutely return. The music, atmosphere, New Orleans ingredients and…read morecharm, and genuinely good Texas-style brisket are what keep bringing us back. This review is offered as constructive feedback to the staff, management, and ownership of a restaurant we want to see succeed. Today we stopped in during Sunday brunch and placed a takeout order for one pound of brisket and jambalaya. The wait was approximately an hour. I understand that brunch is busy, and the restaurant appeared to be working with two servers, a bartender, a busser, and several people in the kitchen. The front-of-house staff seemed to be doing what they could. The issue appears to be kitchen execution and order flow. Operationally, an order consisting primarily of slicing a pound of already-prepared brisket and portioning jambalaya should not remain in the same production queue for an hour. This is less a staffing criticism than a process problem. Management may want to look at ticket prioritization, a dedicated expediter during peak periods, separation of simple takeout orders from full dine-in tickets, and clearer ownership of orders from receipt through handoff. When the food is already prepared, throughput should be measured in minutes, not an hour. That matters because a restaurant can have excellent food and hardworking people and still lose customers through a bottleneck in the process. The objective shouldn't be to make everyone work harder; it should be to design the kitchen flow so the same people can work smarter and move appropriate orders through faster. Parking has also become increasingly difficult and is worth considering as the restaurant continues to draw a crowd. None of this changes what we enjoy about Succotash. We love the food, the music, the authenticity and the character of the place. We'll be back. But an hour for this particular takeout order points to an operational problem worth fixing. Great food deserves equally great execution.

I LOVE all the food that they have, especially the Fried Oysters! Mandey and the staff are very…read morefriendly and welcoming. Also, the atmosphere is comfy and unique - displays of local artwork and the Jazz is exceptional! Truly the place to go for a real NOLA experience! ( I've been to NOLA many times.)

Although this restaurant/bar has been renamed to something I can never spell (Rugaroo), it will…read morealways be Imbibe to me. Located in the heart of the UNC Chapel Hill campus, this establishment brings the feel of real New Orleans with the food and beverage selection. The owner Mandy is usually there working, is one of the nicest people, and makes you feel at home. Her mom makes the desserts (hence the rotating dessert menu). There is always a fun calendar of events featuring jazz musicians.

If you are looking for a nice ambiance, excellent service , menu with multiple options and some fun…read moretheme nights this is the place for you. Excellent selection of food and drinks. Great space for lunch or dinner.

Came for the seafood and stayed for the incredible vibe!…read more The char-broiled oysters were easily the highlight of the night; loaded with garlic, cooked to perfection, and elevated by that touch of fresh lemon. Don't sleep on the bread, either; it's practically required for soaking up every drop of that garlic butter sauce. We also ordered the crab-stuffed oysters, which were rich, generous, and absolutely delicious. The drinks were mixed just right; balanced, strong, and delicious. You also get complimentary potatoes, which were a great touch, though the coleslaw fell a bit flat and lacked flavor compared to how good everything else was. Overall, between the amazing food, solid drinks, and fantastic atmosphere, this place is a gem. I'll definitely be back!

Chef Travis prepared the most amazingly flavorful marinade for my wife's filet mignon which was…read moresold as a 6 oz cut but was closer to 8-10! My crawfish tail appetizer was terrific and also a hell of a good value at $13.50! Waitress Colleen was as nice as she was attractive. J&T's is a wonderful little find in a tiny town we have driven past for 25 years. Make plans to stop here when heading by on 29!

Great food, great service , service was very attentive…read more Definitely will be back ! I got the filet and crab cakes!