I recently dined at Sun Buns Bar and Grill and I have to say... it competes directly with the most…read moreelite dining experiences in New Orleans. Now, in New Orleans fine dining, the evening usually begins with a waiter describing something simple like mayonnaise as if it has a graduate degree. "Tonight's aioli is locally inspired, emotionally complex, and pairs well with the existential nature of shrimp." At Sun Buns, they skip the lecture and go straight to culinary freedom. First off, the vibe. Boats pulling up, people in flip-flops, drinks the size of a toddler, and a patio that feels like summer camp for adults who definitely should have hydrated more earlier in the day. It's casual, it's fun, and nobody here is worried about which fork is for the salad. But the real innovation -- the thing that truly separates Sun Buns from the white-tablecloth restaurants of New Orleans -- is the condiment station in the corner. At a fancy restaurant, they bring you a tiny dish of sauce and warn you not to waste it. At Sun Buns they basically say: "The condiments are over there. Take what you need. Take what you want. Live your truth." It's like a buffet... but for sauces. Ketchup. Mustard. Hot sauce. Possibly ranch if the stars align. You walk over like you're about to conduct a science experiment on your burger. Nobody's judging. In fact, the only awkward moment is when you realize you've committed to far more ketchup than the structural integrity of your plate can handle. Meanwhile, in New Orleans, a chef is somewhere carefully placing one microgreen on a scallop with tweezers. Here? You're balancing chicken strips in one hand and returning from the condiment station like you just robbed a sauce bank. In summary: * Fine dining in New Orleans: tiny plates, artistic drizzle patterns, and a waiter explaining the carrot's childhood. * Sun Buns: "Condiments are in the corner. Godspeed." Five stars. Great food, great atmosphere, and a condiment station that encourages the kind of reckless sauce decisions that make dining truly memorable.

Great atmosphere and people. Drinks were good and so was the food! Pirates took over and tried to…read moredrink the bar dry!

This place was amazing. Our server / Host Grace was beyond…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable, kind and very attentive. The GM and cooks also were personable and welcoming. Food was fresh and cooked to perfection. Portions were generous. Mac n cheese was mouth watering. Im not a big tipper as a rule. Usually dont feel people care enough. I gave the cook a tip and extra big to Grace. So worth every penny. Oh, and dessert was decadent and fresh. Nice view of Lake Pontchartrain. If it didn't have so much rain.

My wife and I did a Friday lunch at Pat's Rest Awhile in Mandeville. Pat's is a handsome presence…read moreoverlooking Lake Pontchartrain and features a comfortable 2nd floor dining room and outdoor deck; both reached by stairs and elevator. There is also a small dedicated bar area that also serves the restaurant. Service is both friendly and efficient, and although the somewhat small dining room can get rather crowded, it is tasteful and comfortably casual. Pat's offers fresh seafood, oysters, steak, ribs, salads, appetizers, and sandwiches. Service was a little slow, but the staff was dealing with a crowd. We both had Caesar salads with chicken and they were good. Price points were somewhat high on some items, but overall food quality and ambiance are good.

Best and only true juke joint in Mandeville. Great bands and people. Unique characters (I am…read moreprobably one), and decent prices. Been a patron since post Katrina. Often played guitar next door, the back porch, and the stage. Other than what's on the marquis, you never know when, what or if something cool will happen. Played at a table with Rockin' Dopsey unscheduled one nite! The previous owners (r.i.p. Dianne) kept it from dying for 40 years. The new owners (thx Ben) resurrected the place and brought in new life.

Stopped in yesterday evening after the Giroid Street Stroll. I was a little disappointed the band…read morewas advertised to begin at 7:00 but once I arrived they were not going to play until 9:00. It was a long day so I sat & spoke with a few of the patrons, got my drink to go as I was pooped. Each time I have gone I have enjoyed myself. Would recommend if you like a laid back environment.

Fantastic dinning experience from beginning to end.... high…read morequality cuisine, exciting menu/drinks, beautiful atmosphere and excellent service! Tchefuncte's checks all the boxes.

I had lunch yesterday in beautiful downtown Madisonville and before and after our meal I wandered…read morealong the river along Water Street. My nieces were thrilled to see the drawbridge open (which pivots rather than raises) and tried to climb into a randomly parked (docked? whatever) boat. The Tchefuncte definitely deserves 5 stars on it's name alone. AND Bogue Chitta State Park is along the river (more name points). AND you can tubing down the river so what's better than that?

The food is always great. The chef continues to change the menu. So monthly we get to try…read moresomething new. They have one of the oldest and most beautiful bars I have ever seen. They have a great selection of wines and cocktails.

The service was outstanding, and the restaurant had a wonderful atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food…read morewas a major disappointment. The spaghetti was dry, and the meatballs were far too salty. I've eaten Italian food all my life, and sadly, this ranks among the worst.

These might be the best French fries I've ever eaten. The seasoning is so flavorful! Wings were…read morespot on, and the strawberry margarita arrived in these super cute cups (for the strawberry festival) Our server, Avery, was very nice and helpful

Food was excellent, staff and service were wonderful. The whole vibe and ambiance were spot on…read more The fried brussel sprouts appetizer was the best I've had at any restaurant. I got the skirt steak and was tender and loved how it was subtle with the flavor. Will definitely be back!!

Heard so much about Lighthouse and finally had the chance to give it a try. The space is…read morebeautifully decorated and the service was great from start to finish. We started with the Coastal Crab Dip, which was just okay. I also tried the Lighthouse fish with a side of potatoes. The fish itself didn't have much flavor, but the sauce on top helped and had a decent taste. The tacos were probably the best dish we ordered. Overall, I'd come back and try something different next time.

I have been wanting to try this place out, so while visiting Louisiana we came to lunch here…read more The interior of this place is very beautiful and different from the other restaurants in the area. I love the open windows in the front of the restaurant, makes for a different feel when the weather's nice. The service here was a 3/5, the waitress was very sweet but she wasn't very knowledgeable with the menu and wasn't sure on questions that were asked. Also we had to call her over a bit rather than her coming to the table. Price wise some items were over priced but others were reasonable. For the selection and prices of drinks I was surprised they didn't offer a bottled water of some sort, like Aqua Pana. The normal water served did taste like that Louisiana faucet water. The menu had a great selection, presentation was decent, the whole aesthetic was very beautiful. Taste was overall tasty. The bread they serve with the balsamic/oil was amazing, hummus was great, the crab stuffed mushrooms were so good, probably my favorite thing we had there. The Peruvian ceviche was a tad disappointing, it wasn't true leche de tigre, it was missing the corn and correct juice; it just tasted like normal ceviche with sweet potatoes added. The ones we've had before the leche de Tigre was more milky in color and the flavor was so different with the aji limo peppers and delicious accompanied with sweet potatoes, Peruvian corn roasted and soft with onions. My husband got the pork chop, he said it was a 4/5, I got the roasted chicken with one side which was cooked great, the chicken was tender and juicy but it didn't have a lot of flavor like I was expecting. I had it flavored with the aji panca. I did not care for the aioli, it just tasted like mayo. The potatoes were great, the seafood paella was decent, and our friends said the chicken Parmesan was tasty. Overall the meal was good. This place has lots of potential, I feel a few things should be more elevated if they're wanting to stay at some of the price points. Not sure if I'll ever go out of my way to come back, but I'm glad we got to try it. Nice little addition to downtown.

Everything is Fantastic! Food is Superb…read more Nice Atmosphere. Will be a Regular Diner here.

The Asian chicken salad is the best salad of all time. Amazing service. Great ambiance. I have…read morealways had an absolutely great time there. Kid friendly. Accommodating. I recommend their cheesy crawfish potato chips as an appetizer. May be seasonal but they were incredible!!