Ohhhhh snap. This place absolutely slaps!!…read more If you are looking for southern Creole soul food that actually understands the assignment and did the homework, this is the place. No notes. Standing ovation. First things first, do not be a chicken. Yes, it is outside the tourist bubble. Yes, you might clutch your pearls for a second on the drive. Relax. We felt completely safe, and it is a short ride from the French Quarter. The only thing in danger here is your belt notch! The atmosphere is exactly what a soul food kitchen should be. Cafeteria line moving with purpose. Staff smiling like they know something you do not yet know. Portions so generous they feel personal. And just enough grease permanently bonded to the surfaces to let you know the food is about to be correct. Now the food. Lord help me. This is not food you politely eat. This is food with soul. The kind of soul that makes you want to slap your mamma, then immediately apologize and say damnit three times while chewing. Every bite tastes like somebody's auntie took offense to the idea of under seasoning. Just look at the plates. It was heaven served in a clamshell. No garnish. No nonsense. Just pure comfort. If you grew up in the South, this will feel like home. If you are from the North and curious what southern comfort food actually tastes like, practice your "Hey, Yall" in the mirror and commit fully for lunch. One warning. They sell food until it is gone. When it is gone, it is gone! So if you want that heavy mac and cheese energy, you better show up early and hungry. Final takeaway. We went in for lunch. I left happy, full, and slightly greasy, with the overwhelming urge to take a nap and call someone I love. She didn't answer so I regulated my emotions with a piece of cake from the girl in the corner - you'll see when you arrive. So don't skip dessert!!

Sigh. Disclaimer: the food just isn't the same anymore…read more My parents live on the Westbank, so whenever I come home to visit and stay more than a few days, I always make a stop here, specifically for their stewed okra on Tuesdays. I hadn't eaten here in over a year, but two years ago that okra SMACKED. It was so good I had to stop myself from eating the entire container in one sitting. This time, though, it tasted completely different. Honestly, I mostly picked over it. It did have a decent amount of seasoning meat in it, which I appreciated, but the flavor was just off. My mother agreed. I also ordered the stuffed catfish, and unfortunately the catfish tasted almost entirely like blackened seasoning and nothing else. It used to have much more flavor and balance than that. The yams were fine, and the seafood dressing tasted the same as usual, but I was really disappointed because the okra was always the star of the show for me. Since that's no longer hitting the same, I honestly won't be back. And mind you, this was after standing in line for ~90 minutes. I will say the workers still have that Southern hospitality, and the customer service itself was pleasant. But while standing in line and watching the workflow, it was easy to think of multiple ways the business could improve efficiency. I'm honestly surprised those issues haven't been addressed yet. If you want to go for the experience, then sure, go for it. But don't expect to be blown away. For me, the wait time, prices, and food quality just didn't live up to the hype anymore.

Got a sneak peek at the soft opening of Bonafried and it absolutely did not disappoint. The chicken…read morewas perfectly crispy, packed with flavor, and easily a new must-try spot. We tried the Special, the Spicy, and the Mack--each one brought something different to the table, but all were done really well. If you're a fried chicken fan, definitely add Bonafried to your list ASAP.

THEIR STOREFRONT IS NOW OPEN!!! Your favorite fried chicken sando from Mardi Gras parades and jazz…read morefest and all the other places their food truck parked now has a permanent home and I'm obsessed. Staff/owners are so friendly and proud of the food theyre serving. You can really tell it's made with love. I got the Southern which had a seasoned honey on it that reminded me of a honey chicken biscuit but with a HUGE chicken breast on that sandwich. It was big and delicious! Now I gotta go back every weekend to try the other options! Drink situation: cokes and other canned drinks, but it looks like they're going to start selling cocktails as well soon Not a TON of seating so maybe go with a small group and then come back again and again and again

My girlfriend and I decided on dinner at Willie Mae's on our last day in NOLA and man were we…read morerewarded for that choice. The gumbo was one of the best things I've tasted in my life, the crawfish etouffee-smothered fried catfish was amazing, and the fried chicken was some of the best I've ever had. The Mac and cheese was also thick, creamy and rich. Their chicken is juicy, steaming hot, and the skin is crispy in a way you wouldn't expect. It's light, airy, almost tempura like crunch. For dessert we ordered the bread pudding with praline sauce and it was the cherry on top. Everything was piping hot and fresh, flavors were on point, service was excellent even sitting at a busy bar, and the staff are all very kind and friendly.

Everything was delicious. Good service! Fried chicken and candied yams were my favorite!read more

The menu is pretty big so lots to choose from if you are coming with a group. We came in for lunch…read moreon a Monday and it was pretty busy but luckily we did not have to wait long for a table. I decided to order a fried green tomato po boy with a side of mac & cheese. The bread on the po boy was just okay but I enjoyed the sauce and the FGT in it. The Mac and cheese was SO GOOD. I could've swam in it. The sauce was super creamy and rich. Our waitress was also super friendly and they were moving quickly.

Came here for lunch with new friends I made directly after my free Garden District walking tour. We…read morewere seated right away. The interior was spacious and airy, with plenty of colorful artwork and signs all around. There was a Chalkboard with the specials of the day. From the specials menu, I ordered the Voodoo Catfish (full fried filet) with Crawfish Mac and cheese with seasonal vegetable, which was Sweet Peas. I also got a Cup of Jambalaya (half portion). The Catfish was absolutely delicious. It was oh so light, irresistibly crispy, flaky, and well seasoned. Mac and Cheese was satisfyingly cheesy with flavorful crawfish. Sweet Peas were cooked perfectly and just the right consistency with a slight pop of sweetness. Jambalaya had chicken, sausage, and shrimp. The dish could have used more shrimp and seasoning. Service was solid. Our waitress was welcoming and knew the menu well. Everything was very reasonably priced. I was so full at the end of the meal, I didn't have room for dessert, but would like to try the Blackberry Cobbler.

The breading in the country fried steak and the chicken were some of the best I've ever had. The…read morecountry fried steak was crunchy, well seasoned, and delicious. The chicken breast was soooooo juicy! The waffle was preferred over the pancakes for us. It had a very diner feel so it was a cozy experience with the aroma of black coffee, eggs, and bacon wafting through the air. Our server was very attentive and kind.

The server opened the door for us on our way in (and on our way out). Very kind gesture. It was a…read morefun, colorful, lively place that played Wham, Miley Cyrus, Berlin, etc. We both ordered chicken and waffles. We were given the option of bone in or bone out. We decided to try it both ways. The bone-in was definitely juicier, but messier. Well seasoned with crispy breading. The waffles were doughy and dense. We didn't eat them. They almost tasted undone. The cocktails were sadly not good either.

Food is fantastic. Very cool and lively place. Any dish with fried chicken in it is incredible…read more We got the fried rice squares topped with baked salmon (8/10), the chicken wings (soy garlic and Gochujang) (7/10), and the Chicken Katsu Curry (9/10). We didn't have room for the chiken sandwich but it also looked amazing. So I will definitely be coming back. The service was also fast and friendly. Highly recommend. It lives up to the hype!

Chi-Chi's Chicken and Beer is somewhat of a misnomer. While the name is technically correct, they…read moreonly have about 5 beers or so and only 1 on tap. That's like calling my home "The House of Money" because you found some change in the couch cushions. I will say at least they have the GOAT of beers, Ghost in the Machine on bottle. I ordered 6 of the soy garlic wings and 6 of the Gochujang wings. The soy garlic was mild in flavor and I'm not talking spice, think more like subtle. The Gochujang were full of flavor. Sweet, Spicy, Savory.....delicious! The wings were like a fancy, well-aged bottle of high proof bourbon, complex and layered. That may seem like a strange comparison, but it works for me. I also got a free order of shoestring french fries since it was happy hour. They were nice and crisp. Chi-Chi's is very small. 4-6 seats at the bar and only a few tables. I assume they cater more to the takeout crowd. The servers were really friendly, and everything came out fast and hot. The wings were a little pricy in my opinion, but I would get the Gochujang wings again but only if it's happy hour. Also just change the name to Chi Chi's Chicken.

Every time I go here it's fast, fresh, and friendly. Great tasting chicken and sides that's fast,…read morebut not fast food. Delicious.

Some of the smallest restaurants are the best. This gem is located on Jefferson Hwy near Clearview…read more You can eat in Or take out. This was our first and definitively not our kart. The chicken was so crispy and juicy. It is a bit spicy but not overwhelmingly. It was hot and fresh. The fries and the onion rings were drool worthy and a really large helping for a side. And the biscuits melted in your mouth. Prices were really good for the quality. The cashier was friendly and helpful. Check them out!

it was little ass drumettes,the chicken was fried in old ass grease,no taste at all. it was…read morehorrible.i will never return again.that was not a wing plate.yall do not know the parts of a fucking chicken. disgusting as fuck.

I ordered 150 pieces of chicken for a catering and they did not disappoint. Ms. Al was very nice…read moreand attentive with keeping in contact with me regarding the weather. I asked for my order to be ready at 11am, I arrived a little after and my chicken was coming hot out of grease! Her son even walked the chicken to my car for me. The smelled and looked so good that I went back and got some of my own. Delicious!