Food was good. Service was great. Ambiance reminded me of a restaurant I ate at in Louisiana…read more Family met there for a birthday lunch. It was a party of over 20. We had two very nice server. Because of how big the party was it was slow going. But once the orders were placed the food came out in the time it should have. I had the Jalapeño Catfish. It was good. The fish was fried nicely. The Jalapeño Cream sauce on top of the catfish was missing the spiciness from the Jalapeño. Without the spice the fish is a 7 out of 10. It came with real mashed potatoes and green beans. But we're okay. The best thing I had was the hush puppies. OMG, from first bite of the one I got as a garnish, I had to have more! Boo-Rays's also has a very big drink menu. For us girlie-girls I recommend the Ms. Thang cocktail. Just know before you go. Lunch is every day before 5. After 5 there will be a small charge for the meals off the lunch menu. And if you eat off the regular menu, it's pretty pricey.

I'd say this place is about average. It's good but hard to say it's worth the value over some other…read moreCajun places. Pros: The location has enough parking. Service was golden. Cons: Food was a little disappointing. (Gumbo was burnt). The sitting areas are old and uncomfortable for long periods of time.

Was shocked at how much I loved this place. We've driven by here many times and just never stopped…read more We finally decided to try this to grab snacks for football and it did not let us down. We purchased a couple of items to see what hit. The service was quick. It took them 10-15 to make it fresh but they offered to bring our order out when it was ready, which was a great offer. There's no sitting, it's a quick pick up kinda spot. Now to the food! The chicken and sausage gumbo was amazing!!!! We inhaled it so fast, it's flavorful and well seasoned. Chicken seems to be shredded and fresh. Perfect as a comfort food. The egg rolls were delicious, I'm very anti sweet added to my food. But the sauce is sweet and spicy and goes well with the roll. We also tried the boudin plate that has a sausage, ball and fries. We ordered a spicy sausage which was great and well seasoned. The boudin pepper jack ball was delicious. Only complaint were the fries, that was our only letdown. They were soggy in oil. No crisp... maybe it was just a bad batch. But that can be overlooked compared to the quality of the food. The food is amazing and the quality is just what you expect at a 5 star restaurant. Will definitely return. Don't sleep on this spot

The MASSIVE Boudin Balls are Delicious and flavorful! They had a crispy, golden-brown exterior with…read morea perfectly seasoned, savory filling. The texture was just right--crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The spice level had a nice kick without being overpowering. (We picked the pepper-jack cheese filling) They were fantastic and Paired with the right dipping sauce, I'd definitely order them again! Our Jambalaya was Packed with bold flavors and the perfect balance of spice, this jambalaya was absolutely delicious! The rice was cooked just right--tender and infused with all the smoky, savory goodness of the sausage, chicken, and shrimp. Every bite had a rich depth of flavor, with just the right amount of heat to keep things exciting. The portion was generous, and the seasoning was spot on. If you're looking for an authentic, hearty, and satisfying dish, this jambalaya ROCKS my pallet! BOUDIN!!! BOUDIN!! BOUDIN!! THE NAMESAKE! Both the spicy and mild Boudin were absolutely delicious! The mild version had a rich, savory flavor with a perfect balance of seasoning, while the spicy one had just the right amount of heat to give it an extra kick without overpowering the taste. The texture was spot on--moist, flavorful, and packed with authentic Cajun goodness. Whether you like it mild or with a bit of spice, this Boudin is a must-try. Perfect on its own or with a little mustard and crackers. I am so HAPPY I grabbed some frozen links to-go for my freezer at home when I have that late night craving for Beaux Boudin! The owners treat you like family and most definitely make these wonderful dishes with LOVE you can taste in every bite!! Make sure to check the hours and plan your visit...you won't be disappointed!

It's been a while since I've written a restaurant review, but after my first visit to Gogo Gumbo, I…read morefelt this one was worth writing. I met up with a friend, and we decided to give Gogo Gumbo a try. Excellent choice! The first word that came to mind during the meal was memories. Good food, good conversation, and a comfortable atmosphere have a way of creating them. We started with two Seafood Gumbo Cups. The gumbo had shrimp and crawfish, and the seasoning was just right and full of flavor without being overpowering. A great way to start the meal. I had a small cup of steam rice to add to the gumbo too. The atmosphere was another pleasant surprise. The vibe was relaxed, the staff was attentive, and, most importantly, we could actually have a conversation without fighting through a wall of unnecessary background noise. For our entrées, my friend ordered the Chicken Schizzle with grits, while I ordered the Etouffee. Yes, Etouffee (I believe that's French, and no, I don't speak French) I asked what it was. What I do speak is good food, and this was delicious. The Etouffee was rich, flavorful, and satisfying. I enjoyed every bite and definitely found myself savoring it rather than rushing through the meal. We had iced sweet tea and regular tea, although I'm sure they have some excellent drinks as well. Overall, this was my first visit to Gogo Gumbo, and it definitely won't be my last. Great food, good service, a relaxed atmosphere, and a place where you can actually enjoy the company you came with. I'm a fan, and I highly recommend Gogo Gumbo. Sometimes a good restaurant gives you more than a good meal; it gives you a memory.

GoGo Gumbo was an outstanding dining experience from start to finish! We kicked things off with the…read morehot crab dip served with garlic bread, and it was absolutely incredible the perfect appetizer to share and FRESH!! For our entrées, we ordered the Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Fettuccine Alfredo, Lobster Ravioli & Beef Tenderloin, and the kids' Chicken Tenders with fries. The chicken tenders were a little under-seasoned, but every other dish was phenomenal. The seafood was fresh, the flavors were rich, and everything was cooked beautifully. What truly set this restaurant apart was the service. It was some of the very best we've experienced at any restaurant. Our server was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made our entire meal even more enjoyable. We couldn't leave without dessert and are so glad we didn't! The strawberry cheesecake and the Jack Daniel's Chocolate Mousse were both delicious. The cheesecake crust, in particular, was absolutely incredible and one of the best we've ever had. If you're looking for exceptional food, outstanding service, and a memorable dining experience, GoGo Gumbo is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

Food: I will say one of the best Cajun Creole places. Their food is very favorable and you get big…read moreportions. Service: superb all the waiters and waitresses were very friendly and attentive. Ambiance: the place is very spacious and beautiful has a ton of arts and decorative items that really jazzes up the place! Will definitely be back! When I say this place hits your mouth like a flavor bomb it was extremely worth it!

Okay so I saw a Tiktok and the influence really sold this place. I should know better. I mean its…read morein the name. What restaurants don't seem to understand is that if you are going to charge more then the bar has to be raised in every sense. Now the food I will say it was seasoned really well. The shrimp was not overcooked which is a plus and something that is a tell anywhere there is seafood. However, this place needs a major hosedown, its really dirty. I know sometimes tables are sticky- they were sticky, seats are sticky- they were menus on the table were greasy. That is the secont thing I noticed. The second thing I noticed is we were not greeted at the host counter for a while. No one was standing there or quickly came to us. I get it sometimes places are severely understaffed but a courteous apology or even a simple explanation would've been decent. Then we were seated behind a couple that were on a business call full blast even though there were many other empty booths and tables. Then our sever took forever to come take our drink orders and then forgot to bring out one of the drinks. Then the food comes out. It looks good. I got to grab my silverware and it was filthy. I didn't want to complain so my husband was about to hand me his when a bug may a "c" came out of his silverware and ran under the table. This really ruined how I felt about the place and it was unfortunate because the food tasted good. Unfortunately, three out of four us fell ill that night. Not great will not return.

I have tried so many things on their menu and all of it has been AMAZING! The wings are some of the…read morebest I've had. The fried catfish is seasoned perfectly and comes out nice and crispy. The dirty rice, the red beans and rice, and the Cajun balls are all wonderful dishes and they give you very large portions.

SO YUM! Our group enjoyed everything we ate here! After chit chatting a bit about what we had our…read moreeye on + any suggested menu items the owner would recommend, we decided to order: Joe's Spicy Burger with fries Fried Catfish Po'boy with fries 3 Spicy Wings with fries The Joe's Spicy Burger did not disappoint. During our friendly conversation, Joe let us know this was a recipe made by him that he's honed over the years. Admittedly, when I think of Cajun flavors and/or cuisine, my immediate thought never thinks burger. So, I was skeptical. After one bite, though, I was a complete convert. A definite must-try! No complaints about the Catfish Po'boy. The sauce, seasoning, and spice level was on point. It was also served with a homemade tartar sauce that was tasty. As good as everything was, the Spicy Wings were the stand-out IMO. These wings are less - wait, nothing - like standard Buffalo Wings. They were more in the realm/world of an expertly piece of Southern Fried Chicken. To begin with, it was an ENTIRE wing - basically the size of your hand or the equivalent to about 9 wings. The entire tip, flat, and drum are fried intact, yielding a super crispy bite here, a juicy succulent flat there, finished off with a meaty, few bites of a drum. Nothing burnt, dry, or overcooked. Again, the meat was so moist, the crunch so satisfying, and the seasoning/flavor - beyond. I have to touch on the fact that the owner/chef seriously came across happy to be cooking for us in the midst of 100+ weather. The service wasn't over-the-top or gimmicky in the least. All of us thought and felt this person/food truck team was simply there because they genuinely wanted to be. Simply put - both the food and staff left us feeling good. :-) I'm only sorry I didn't try their red beans and rice or a couple of other menu items that weren't available at my particular time of visit. No worries though, because I'll definitely back.

The food was absolutely amazing. We don't come on this side of town much so it exceeded our…read moreexpectations. The service was great! Very fast and very clean. The staff were extremely friendly even though they were very busy. If you're in the area looking for above average quality of Cajun food, I definitely recommend this place.

TLDR, it was good but not great…read more Came in for a weeknight dinner with the family. Sat quickly, the overall vibe of the location is fine, It's sort of giving the PE cookie cutter restaurant vibe, but it was clean and well put together so I'm really just being picky. I ordered the Tricky Fish (blackened). Presentation was good, the fish was cooked beautifully, the étouffée was a nice touch and the dirty rice was legitimately very good. The one big detractor was that everything on the plate was over salted. Service was good. Waiter was attentive and polite, food came out quickly. Overall, I'd come back, but it's not the top of my list.

My friend suggested this place for the turkey neck platter and seafood. I ordered the turkey neck…read moreplatter with cajun and lemon pepper seasoning. It was amazing. We placed the order 'to-go' but the vibes were amazing and they had a bar inside so we had a few cocktails and decided to also order a hookah while we waited. It was an unexpected good time - we're looking forward to returning! Our waiter was Alexander and he was on top of everything, definitely recommend visiting if your in the area.

JUST NO. I ordered food to go online on Friday night. I got charged $60, went to get my food and…read morethere was a sign on the door that they are closed PERMANENTLY. GIVE ME MY MONEY BACK!!!

Come here probably once biweekly…read more Pros: Food is consistently good. Prices are good. Ambiance is good. Service is good. Can't ask for much more. Cons: Can get cold inside with AC especially sitting under vent. This location does not have enough parking spaces.

I don't get why this is so popular? It's really not my thing. The food(mostly breaded and fried)…read morehas that heavy, oily taste. Even the fries don't taste great to me. I tried the "lobster " roll today. Not greasy/fried, but just not much flavor at all for the price ($20 i think). The staff seem efficient and pleasant. The parking lot is too small so we had to park a block or so away. Meh... 3 stars (maybe it's me?)

Love Bayou Jacks!…read more First of all they are located in Roanoke and easy to park and walk to the restaurant. They have a huge offering of seafood and sides. My favorite is their fried shrimp and okra. If you have been to Pappadeaux then you know the prices are pretty high for fried shrimp and know that Bayou Jacks tastes better, the batter and shrimp flavor are really good at a more reasonable price. The service is great and they offer a casual dining experience. Please give them a try and become a fan!

Atmosphere definitely felt bayou, so that was nice. Food - incredible!!…read more Service ... definitely could have been better. Nothing was messed up with orders but our server definitely did not check on us that often, and the restaurant was not packed at all - maybe 4 couples total. Overall I'd go back for the food!

I really wanted to like Cajun Express, especially since this was my second time giving it a chance,…read morebut I left disappointed again. The food looked nothing like the photos they advertise, and the quality just didn't meet my expectations. On top of that, the customer service wasn't good, which made the experience even more frustrating. I was hoping the second visit would be better, but unfortunately it wasn't. I'm super bummed because I really wanted this place to be good.

This was my second time trying this place and I must say that I'm very disappointed. . The price…read moredoes not match the flavor of the food. The service was good, very nice and pleasant. The facility was very clean, very culturally and vibrant. The first time I went I got the shaken chicken with bell peppers and the most flavorful part of that dish is the white rice , the rest no flavor at all. The second time I went I got the seafood boil and the sauce is tangy and lemony. I couldn't even tell you what was so flavorful about neither one of these dishes. You can't advertise flavorful and not have your food having no flavor. I wouldn't go back and I didn't finish neither one of my meals. I don't even like seafood and I decided to try it for the first time and never again. When I tried the crabs I tasted the sea instead of the flavorful meat.