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    Li'l Dizzy's Cafe

    4.4 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateCajun/Creole
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Anna N.

    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

    Shazia W.

    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!

    Fried Chicken, potato salad, Mac and cheese, red beans and rice
    Christina B.

    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

    Fried Chicken
    Liz P.

    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

    Sheyla K.

    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!

    Kate O.

    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.

    Fried chicken, yams and mac&cheese
    Rebecca G.

    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.

    Trout Dizzy and Crawfish Bisque
    Amy F.

    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!

    Olivia G.

    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.

    Meagan J.

    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.

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    Kaelyn R.

    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.

    Marquita L.

    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!

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    Pongpak W.

    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.

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    Do they still have the buffet for lunch? Price ? Thanks

    Not when we went, you just order off the menu

    Does the trolley or bus pass there?

    The trolley does not, but there are 2 bus stops. One is about 3 blocks away and the other about 1 block away.

    Is Lil Dizzy's in a safe neighborhood?

    I am a native. It is safe as safe can be in urban community. Be aware of your surroundings. Lock your car doors. Don't flash lots of cash or jewelry. If you want to walk from quarters to the restaurant, daytime is ok. Still be aware of surroundings… Read more

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