Incredible experience!! Heard lots about Li'l Dizzy's food and service and every words was true. Deliciously fresh food and excellent service. Had trout with sides of mac and cheese and green beans. Best meal since arriving. Highly recommended. read more

I won't criticize anyone who has hundreds of reviews in drafts, because you know what's worse? Forgetting entirely. My visit was in 2024 but as they say in Congressional hearings I did have contemporaneous notes. The fried chicken was superbly juicy. The mac-and-cheese was great but if you wind up in a scenario where you're only getting one side, the awesome dirty rice may be the way to go. The hot weather and long walks were taking a toll so I very much appreciated the elixor of strawberry lemonade. read more

The hype is worth it! Long waits but worth it! Fried chicken 5/5 Catfish 5/5 Dirty rice 5/5 Mac and cheese 3.5/5 Bread pudding 5/5 read more

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Very long wait. From waiting outside to waiting for the food. Took about 40 minutes from when we paid for our food order to actually getting the food. They also served the food in waves. Seemed like they served all the food for the outside orders, then the upstairs orders and then downstairs. We had very high expectations. The gumbo was good, but not the best. It wasn't hot (temperature wise). The gumbo was, warm. The fried chicken came out hot and fresh but not that flavorful. The cornbread was also pretty dry. The Thursday okra special was okay. The mango lemonade was spot on. I'd love to try it again and maybe it on a different day when they have other specials read more

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This place has been on my list and I was finally able to try it . The line to get into the restaurant moved really fast. We got there about thirty minutes after opening time. The wait wasn't bad at all. Some of the things that we had at the table were: Gumbo,Collard greens, Catfish,Red beans/rice with fried chicken, and Fried chicken with French fries All were delicious ! The food came out quickly! Service was great! I love that they have a dine in line or a to go line in case you just want to take the food home! read more

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We were told this was a must stop on our trip to New Orleans. There's bound to be a wait outside which is okay, we waited about 30 minutes starting at 11:10 on a Monday. There's was a woman guiding the line with a clipboard, she was very intense about the line and the seating process. There was a lot of yelling and reiterating the points about ordering over and over. It was a little hard to feel relaxed when there were so many rules and reminders. They kept reiterating that there were no refunds or exchanges which read as a little tacky to me personally As for the food, it wasn't really to my taste either. I guess I expected a little more considering the wait and the fame. But I know it won't change what it is since it's such an iconic spot, just wanted to provide all the info on the vibe read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Fried Chicken, potato salad, Mac and cheese, red beans and rice - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Line moved quick and all the workers were super friendly. You order your food first then are seated. So recommend looking up menu beforehand. They serve you in to go boxes and utensils which hilariously makes sense. Ordered 4pc fried chicken, dirty rice, greens & Mac & cheese. The chicken is exactly what ppl say... Delicious!! The dirty rice was a close 2nd Greens & Mac were OK service was quick and our waitress was responsive read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Fried Chicken - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Can't go wrong with whatever you choose! Had the 4 piece chicken, dirty rice, greens and Mac and cheese. Everything was delicious we leery with happy plates! read more

Waited for like 10 seconds, got brought in, order and pay at the counter and then assigned a table. They brought food out to us. Ordered the meal of the day which was Trout Dizzy with Mac n cheese and dirty rice. Also ordered gumbo soup which was good. Wanted cornbread but they said couldn't have one because it was reserved for white bean dish. Service was good, friendly staff! read more

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You will wait, and you will love it! Rolled up around 11, and there was a line of course. It moves fast-ish, but for this food, I'll wait an hour or more--the owner is out there directing traffic, welcoming you and making sure everyone is happy, safe and prepared to get your order in. And BE prepared, they are no frills and all family/business here. This was the best meal we had in NOLA, and we went to all the places (galatoires, commanders, dragos, gumbo shop, the market, all of them). I love how when she walks in with each party, she says "welcome to lil dizzy's." and everyone shouts it out. This lady knows what she's doing. It's an event when you finally make it into the coveted dinning room! Po boys, white beans, fried chicken and the gumbo IS the best. Buy the cook book, it's fantastic. This is the spot for real food! Thank you family, from ours to yours. read more

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We came late because we had a work event earlier in the day. I have been wanting to try Lil Dizzys for a long time. But I knew coming late could mean I couldn't get everything I wanted. In the line outside we were told they're out of Mac and cheese. All of a sudden they magically had some when we were ordering. My fried chicken was made to order, hot and crispy. The Mac and cheese wasn't dried out and was flavorful and perfect! The yams were good but tooo sweet for me to eat them all, more like a dessert. My husband had the dirty rice which was good too. I will definitely come back when I'm in Nola again. read more

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Two-part review! Ate there in July. Long line, managed well, warm inside. Sat along the wall and watched myself eat fried chicken in a mirror, it was so good I didn't mind. Then Jazz Fest, crawfish bisque and Trout Dizzy, how they hold the fish for serving and it's still perfect! read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Trout Dizzy and Crawfish Bisque - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Rating: 8/10 This is a pinnacle in NOLA restaurants and highly recommended. From fried fish to okra, the menu hosts some of the staple dishes of the city's finest cuisine. The business itself is culturally distinct and proudly serves the community. I opted for the to-go shack out back and ordering was fast. I chose the 2 piece fried chicken with Mac and cheese, yams, gumbo and a mingo lemonade that totaled to $34. read more

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Do I really have to go into detail about how AMAZING the food is at Lil Dizzy's? Well let me just say this is some of the best New Orleans style home cooking in the city. The Mac n cheese and gumbo is the best you can ever get in the city. The service is great, everyone is so welcoming and helpful. The food is fresh, seasoned and they give you large portions that can last for two days. The place fills up fast but it's worth the wait. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Absolutely worth the hype. Came from California just to pay them a visit. Do: Come early. We were there maybe 10-15mins before they opened on a Saturday and there was only one other group ahead of us. By the time we ordered and were seated based on a number they assigned, the line was out the door. Do: Order one of the daily specials. Saturday was the shrimp grillade. Best grits I have ever had. Wish it came with more shrimp for the price. Do: Order Jake's crab cakes with crawfish sauce. The crawfish sauce is thick like a gravy with some tail meat. When eaten with the crab cakes it is actually perfection. Literally I cannot stop thinking about this sauce and their crab cakes. When eaten with the grits too its just so amazing! Some don'ts: Potato salad is just okay. So is the mango lemonade. Not a big fan of their mac n cheese. Greens were also standard. Seating inside is limited. If you have a big group be prepared to sit at diff tables. Their team is friendly and super organized. The operation is so smooth and well thought out for how busy they get (you'll understand what I mean when you visit). They are a must try when in NOLA. read more

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The food was so incredible we didn't even stop to take pictures, every bite was that good! You'll want to come hungry and with a little patience, because the wait is totally worth it. Heads-up: they sometimes run out of certain dishes, so try to get there early to snag everything you're craving (we learned this the hard way & they skipped my friend and she almost didn't get any food). We grabbed takeout and enjoyed it outside, such a perfect experience! read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Li'l Dizzy's was one of a few restaurants on this New Orleans trip that I was most excited to try. Unfortunately it was the worst restaurant we ate at on this trip. We waited in line for a while on MLK day to try this place out. Service was great, menus were handed out and there was someone to answer any question we had while waiting. I'm not sure if it's because they were so busy that day that it compromised on the food quality. The fried chicken, though really crispy and juicy, was extremely salty. It was a shame because the cook on the chicken itself was perfection. The amount of salt on there was just unbearable. The Mac and cheese and potato salad was just mid. It's just there to be there as a side. The crab cake was not bad, had good flavors, but again a bit too salty as well. The gumbo was not the best we had in NOLA on this trip but it was the best thing we had at Li'l Dizzy's. As disappointed as I was, I hope that it was just an off day for this place. read more

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Li'l Dizzy's did not disappoint. The line was long, but it moved very fast. The owner runs a tight ship, but she was so friendly and a pleasure to speak with. We really enjoyed her spirit and hearing about their family business. She took pride in the food and catering to her customers. The food was so good. The chicken was seasoned to perfection and fried in the cleanest grease. I had the best dirty rice here that I've ever tasted in my life. I can go on and on about the food here. You come as a stranger and leave as family. Get here early so you won't have to stand in line long. As this is a very popular spot and not open 7 days a week. read more

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Eating at Li'l Dizzy's was definitely one of the highlights from our visit to New Orleans. EVERYTHING we ate was exceptional! My husband had the white bean and rice special with corn bread and cat fish and I had the 2 piece fried chicken with Mac and cheese. We also had the bread pudding. We came at a good time as there wasn't a line.. yet. Service was quick and warm. We will definitely be back!! Do yourself a favor and put this place at the top of your restaurant lists while in New Orleans. read more

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Oh man. I mean honestly, in a city where it's tough to stand out for your fried chicken and other Cajun flare this place shows up. We weren't able to get a seat at a more well known spot and couldn't have been a better turn of luck because Li'l Dizzy's knocked it out of the park. As someone who has tried almost all the fried chicken in New Orleans, most of the red beans and rice and a good amount of the fried catfish. I can tell you with experience that this place deserves one of the top three spots in New Orleans Orleans. I can't recommend it highly enough. And when it comes to my Cajun food, I don't play around. Wish I had better photos of the food, but quite honestly once we started eating I forgot to take pictures. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Fried Chicken - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I mean wow... this place really is all it claims to be. My family and I visited for lunch and we all tried various items on the menu. All the food came out fresh and tasty with the crab cakes being the star of the show (please give it a try). The price point is more than reasonable with the portion size. The sides that follow the chicken pieces can be a meal itself which is so amazing. We ordered from the To Go on the left side of the restaurant and the line was shorter (life hack) and there was seating there, so we were able to take a bite in the back. With the service friendlier than ever and food to match, please make this a stop in your nola food tour!!! read more

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Be prepared for a long wait, even in the week. Chicken was really good. There' plenty of good food in NOLA so if you don't have the time you could skip. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Definitely worth the hype!!!! Food was soooooooo good , I got the catfish with the lemon butter, shrimp and crab sauce it was so delicious!! Staff always friendly which is top tier! Definitely will be back! read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Catfish Platter - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This was by far the worst food we had on our vacation 0 out of 10. It's wasn't even edible. Chicken had no flavor. Greens disgusting. Mac and cheese terrible. Would not recommend read more

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Restaurant was busy for Mardi Gras weekend, cozy indoor and outdoor space, loved our order taker, she was super cool and helped us order. We ordered small portions of chicken, Mac&Cheese, gumbo, dirty rice, yams, fish, and bread pudding to try on a road trip. Food came out piping hot. Yams, and chicken were really good. Everything else was decent. read more

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Great experience here! We did the to go option. To drink lemonade mango and Mardi Gras options. Ordered fried chicken and a side of candied yams with separate side of mac and cheese and gumbo. All good! No complaints. The food in New Orleans has not disappointed once! Staff was kind and communicative as well. Cute outside benches authentic to an eat and go feel. Definitely an original experience given we are tourist in town and our tour guide recommended this place given the line is always out the door. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Lil Dizzys is a very popular spot with a good system for seating guests and friendly staff. Note: the first floor has more visual character than the second. As for the food, I had the catfish with shrimp and sauce on top (the name escapes me now) and although the catfish was a bit salty, I enjoyed. It had a great crunch to it - basically a texture-filled dream to my palate. The dirty rice with ground beef was okay and the potato salad had a strong vinegar taste (unsure if it was the relish or the mustard- or if their recipe actually calls for vinegar). The bread pudding was kind of 'soupy' (too wet) and aside from sugar, I didn't taste any cinnamon, butter or other notable flavors. Did not eat it. I still encourage everyone to try it - there are so many rave reviews on here! But I expected more in terms of flavor. For context, I'm used to southern style cooking from South Carolina and Alabama. read more

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Decided to go here because a friend was visiting from out of town and wanted some New Orleans food. The line was long but it moved pretty fast . The owner definitely has a system and you better not change it. Lol. She was stern yet helpful. But it kept the line moving. I had not been here in years and was very surprised at the food being in to go boxes. I couldn't believe the food was not being served on plates. When you walk in, you go up to the counter, place your order, pay and then you find your table. Later the waiter brings your food with plastic utensils and to go boxes. But I guess that's what keeps the line moving fast. And decent prices. The food was good. I had the blackened fish with a shrimp sauce on the side . And my friend had the fried catfish. No complaints. The place gives a homey, New Orleans feel. read more

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Once again Lil Dizzy's did not disappoint. Fried chicken was seasoned and fried on point. Mac and cheese was delectably cheesy. We tried the smothered pork chop special and I ain't mad at it! I've never had smothered pork chops before so I don't have a reference but what I can say is the pork chops wasn't dry and the gravy was da bomb! We also ordered gumbo and the only critic I have is that last time we got my shrimp and crab and this time some of the bowls didn't have any shrimp or crab. Now with that said it was still amazing! That broth is like a grandma's hug in a bowl every time. That's why we bought 5 orders of gumbo to go too! Until the next time, cuz we WILL be back. read more

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I was recommended Li'l Dizzy by our tour guide but also by a couple of reviews on Reddit. It is located in the Treme part of New Orleans. To be honest, the area was a bit sketchy but we didn't have trouble walking about. When you walk in, you are greeted with a "Welcome to Li'l Dizzy". They serve a lot of soul food dishes here. There is no bathroom but they do have hand sanitizer. A lady walked us through the menu. You have to order up front and they assign you a seat to sit at. We ended up getting white chicken with gumbo. The gumbo was meh at best. The white chicken was worth getting. I wouldn't say it was the best chicken but it was freshly made and was pretty tasty. We ended it with a bread pudding which was kind of basic. The place seems popular amongst locals and tourists. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I wanted to try gumbo in New Orleans and was giving this restaurant to try. The food was great but the gumbo wasn't to my liking. The service while ordering was great. I placed the order to go due to the long wait and closing time approaching. The wait was an hour and I didn't complain waiting on the food. I would always say try but please have time to wait. read more

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this was the one place all the locals recommended everywhere we asked!! 10/10 would be an understatement i loved this place so much. i love fried chicken till i die and this has been the bestbive ever had! it may not look like anything special but i bet its made w sm love and a great recipe bc it was so well seasoned . i enjoyed every bit of it, i will definitely be back here when i come back to new orleans . all the staff was so kind and helpful, i had a little laugh with one of the ladies working which made my experience even better. overall this place is definitely a must. the line looks long but we waited abt 15 min only theyre really quick to seat you. if your alone you will most likely sit at a bar top style counter other than that a table fits up to 4 :) read more

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This a throwback! A real treasure. From the joyous greeting to the legit grandma made fixins. It feels like home here. The kindest greeter ever shares the specials when you walk in and also plays air traffic control for the staff. We ordered at the counter and sat, then food came promptly. The options make it really hard to choose. The bevvy! Do not pass on the in house strawberry and mango lemonade! I went for candied yams and old fashioned southern mac n cheese. Legit like I was back at my grandma's kitchen table! My companion got the day's special plate including fried chicken with jambalaya. He was mooning over the food. I tasted it too. Flavor packed. Truly a special treat to get out of the Quarter and real local fare. read more

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THE HYPE IS REAL. I fell asleep and woke up in soul food heaven. The owner here is friendly and is working the outside line and the people inside. She is so nice, calling me honey and all, so sweet. Alright, just so no one has to tell you more than once (like with me), you go in and wait in line, order your food and sit at the table. FRESH TROUT WITH CRAWFISH: They dont have this every day. Everything was amazing but this one got his falling off our chair. Smothered in mushroom cajun sauce, this fish tasted fresh and was breaded and fried perfectly, you can taste the crispiness of it even though all the sauce. I can eat this every day. 10/10 SMOTHERED OKRA: They dont have this every day. I've never had okra before so this dish was a nice surprise. It's like a creamy jambalaya with okra. 10/10 FRIED CHICKEN: Deeply crunchy with a thick layer of skin while the meat inside stayed incredibly juicy and tender. Perfectly seasoned with a balanced blend of savory spices. 10/10 DIRTY RiCE: Rice and savory fluffy long grained rice that's almost like a pasta. Loved their flavors from their meat - I think mostly from beef but could be mixed with other minced meat. The flavors are bold and hearty. 10/10 MAC and CHEESE: Just how mac and cheese should taste it - cooked, then boiled so the top part is crusty. I loved the rich cheese sauce. We ended up sitting upstairs, which felt like a big living room on top of a house. It was OK cuz we were just there for food but we felt like we didn't belong to the restaurant. Get here before they open so you dont have to wait long. read more

Lil Dizzy's Café delivered an excellent dining experience from start to finish. I've been trying to get in for quite some time, as the lines are often long and the café operates during limited hours from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This visit was well worth the wait. Despite its popularity, we experienced little to no wait on this particular day, which was a pleasant surprise. The food was very well prepared, flavorful, and clearly made with care. What truly stood out was the exceptional service--every staff member was incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive. They went out of their way to be accommodating and made us feel genuinely appreciated as guests. The only minor note worth mentioning is that the side dishes were served at room temperature rather than hot. This was a small detail and did not detract from the overall quality of the meal or the experience. We would absolutely return and confidently recommend Lil Dizzy's Café to anyone looking for great food paired with outstanding hospitality in New Orleans. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese Dirty Rice Yams Lemonade (mango& strawberry) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Every local recommended this spot and it was A M A Z I N G! Food that you couldn't ever find in California, that's for sure. We had the smothered okra special, 2 piece chicken with a side of Southern greens, and an order of gumbo. Everything we ordered was a hit. The chicken was crispy, and the seasoning on it was really different from other fried chicken I've had. It was GOOD. The smothered okra was incredible and I had previously thought that I wasn't all that into okra, but this dish wasn't slimy at all and it was chock full of meat. Huge portion for a very reasonable price. The gumbo here is on the thinner/runnier side but it was delicious. The food here does run a little salty, but it didn't bother me at all. Just so so good. It's a busy spot, but they keep it running like a well oiled machine. You have really got to stop here. On the top of my list of places I must revisit when I return to NOLA. read more

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This fine Thursday afternoon I got the Thursday special smothered okra over white rice with shrimp and sausage, and the non existent cornbread because I ate it! My girl got the at fish plate with Mac and cheese with dirty rice, and a cold drank! Yea we ate good and will be taking a nap after this! Don't worry I finished her plate this was a huge pice of fried crispy cat fish! read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Thursday special - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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If you're looking for food that tastes like your granny cooked it, look no further!! I swear I felt like I was back home in Alabama in my grannies. Best fried chicken, greens, yams, and mac and cheese I have EVER had in my life. No exaggeration. You may have to wait in line but they will get you in and out quick. Homey atmosphere. Definitely try this place read more

We opted to order from the to go order shack outside and sit at a picnic table (complete with umbrella) to eat our meals. The wait to order was reasonable, considering a lot of people had questions at this new "buzz" place, including myself. Food came out within 5-10 min, and we were provided our drinks while we waited. There is an indoor restaurant with an outdoor seating area, but it was full on this Sunday 12:15 visit. Cousin ordered the Grilled Trout with lemon shrimp sauce, collards and green beans with a lemonade. She pronounced the lemonade refreshing, the trout the best she has ever had - and she lives in NY, so that's saying something - and she moaned over the collards. The green beans were the only thing she wasn't plussed with, but they're green beans, right? I tried the trout as well, and darn if it wasn't the best non-fishy trout I've ever had. ;) My Catfish Jourdain ($21.50), fried with a creamy lemon shrimp and crab sauce was outstanding! I also had the collards and groaned. The potato salad is homemade and mustardy like I like it, but missed my tastebuds by a hair. No worries - next time I'm going for the dirty rice or the yams. Bottled soda ($2.50) was my drink of choice, and we took home a bread pudding ($4.25) which we ate cold later and were not disappointed. Ordered husband a fried chicken breast ($3) and a catfish plate with mac & cheese and green beans ($16.50). He scoffed it down like no one's business, said it was really good and wanted to know how close is the restaurant? (We live across the river from it.) All the food seemed reasonably priced, and the service was very friendly. Take the drive, park on the street (there is no parking lot) and enjoy your meal. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Catfish Jourdain with a lemon butter shrimp & crab sauce, collards, potato salad & bread pudding - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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When you pull up 10 minutes before a restaurant opens and you see a line forming at the front door, you know you're in the right place for some good eats, okay?? So glad we stopped by Li'l Dizzy's Cafe while visiting New Orleans. There was plenty of street parking, and we hopped in line as soon as possible. Things went pretty smoothly from there. A bubbly woman stands outside to give everyone in line the rundown while gathering party size information (for folks dining in) and to-go orders. She did a great job, and she passed out menus ahead of time, which made everything more efficient. In short, the food was fire. Super flavorful and fresh (the wait for food is about 15 minutes because everything is made to order. I like that they have daily specials, and it definitely gives you a reason to come back. I'm a big fan of the crab cakes, and my partner LOVED his catfish and shrimp. The drinks are nice and strong too, so a great time was had. read more

Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Shrimp and Catfish Platter - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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