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    T-Johnnys on the River

    3.4 (19 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Catfish & shrimp platter
    Bella O.

    We had a great time dining here with family before going to see the lights. Our server was fantastic and had such a great personality, which really made the experience even better. We ordered the fried pickles and boudin dip as appetizers, and they disappeared almost instantly--they were that good. The Bloody Mary I ordered was also delicious. Although it's about an eight-minute walk from the shops, it was absolutely worth it!

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    Caroline A.

    Came to this restaurant because it was highly recommended. When we got there, it wasn't as busy as it got later on in the night. We ordered the Boudin dip which was great, so I was excited for the rest of my meal. However, my entrée the redfish Orleans was not good. first of all, my food took a very very very very long time to come out with no explanation. The waiter just kept saying it's on the way, it had me thinking what they were doing back there, just to bring out this plate. I mean, you can see from the plate that that doesn't look appetizing at all in the food wasn't even that hot. My friend got red beans and rice which he enjoyed. I also got "the world famous" gumbo to go and eat on the next day. I attempted to eat the gumbo the next day and it was so sour! So sour that I called the restaurant and ask if this was normal. They told me no, and said they can remake it for me.

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    The food was ok and the service was good. Not great but ok. I would go again if in Natchcoges but not Out of my way.

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    2 years ago

    Food was sugar and not worth the price as the portions are small. Will not be back at all.

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    2 years ago

    Very cool inside. Great service, better food! Had a wonderful lunch with amazing boudin and alligator sausage.

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    2 years ago

    Portion sizes are really good and great taste. We did find the food to be a tad bit too salty.

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    4.0(23 reviews)
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    T-Johnny's!!! First visit by Natchitoches native, now Texan. Came home to down some crawfish &…read moreshrimp. Let me tell you 'bout this stuff. You're not a true Louisianan if you don't crave this cuisine. And sometimes other places that offer it make it too pricey or too spicy or too over-done. Not here! 'Boy howdy,' did this spot get it right & sail the flavor boat around the world without stopping!! Quick & friendly service. Lots of options with a la cart goodness. Seasoning that was JUST RIGHT!! Heat and warmth lasted throughout the meal so mine didn't get cold quickly. Sassy (which tastes buttery and salty) or Swamp (think Yum-Yum) sauces are fine selections to dredge the goods. My goodness, I forgot all about the competition across town at first bite. My crawfish claws and tails were SO fresh and tender I could easily crack it or pull out the meat and suck the umami juices. And when sucking the heads, the clear hint of lemon was there, just slap yo' mama already!! As we sat and ate, car after car after car pulled in and this was mid-afternoon, no lunch rush. People have been getting the memo that this Cajun spot is the place to go. Plus, the shrimp are YYYYUGE!!!! Only down side: not enough places to eat. Just the bar. The stools with no backs are hurting the hiney after an hour-long feeding and a thorough cleaning had to be requested as well as some paper towels/napkins at the minimal bar area to sit and chow. May I suggest more open and spaced seating arrangements could be added? T-Johnny's will be my go-to in Natchitoches in the quadruple parish area & it should be yours too--totally worth it!

    Excellent fried shrimp, probably the best I've had. Potato was cooked perfectly. Sassy sauce was…read moreexcellent!

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