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    The Max

    3.7 (35 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Taco Tuesday, blackened fish tacos with Avocado sour cream.

    Great variety of foods to choose from. Exceptional service here. Chips and tacos shells freshly made. Wait time for food is almost zero, super fast. Definitely recommend food, service and atmosphere. Will be our new go to place.

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    Michelle H.

    I had such high hopes for this place but oh well. It is beautiful both inside and out and they have a decent menu. This had to be one of the worst server experiences I had in recent times. No one waited on us after we were seated for the longest. After the table next to us (large party) were fully served, she glanced and caught one of our stares and played surprised that no one waited on us yet, so she would oblige us and wait on us. C'mon, we know you were our waitress and forgot about us!! The server; however, was very nice and apologetic. So after he brought our food, he asked if we needed anything else and we said silverware. While we were waiting for that, she was at the next table and looked at us, I suppose just sitting there not eating and loudly said, "y'all need something?" We if you had bothered to bring us silverware in the first place we wouldn't be sitting there looking dumb. I tipped the minimum in hopes the server gets something. As far as the food, I got the Shrimp and grits with the sauce on the side. I didn't like the grits at all, neither did my husband. The sauce and shrimp were good. Overall terrible experience and not sure if I'd return.

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    Kyle H.

    I have eaten here 3 times and each time is the same. I really want a good experience here with my family. All three different server were awful, lazy, not proactive, and forgetful. The bar keep is even worse. The cocktails each time were served almost the end of our dinner. Meanwhile the restaurant has been very slow at all 3 times I have eaten here. The cocktails taste awful as well and our entrées. The only thing that was edible was the oysters, crab cakes and the shrimp platter. On each trip only one plate was prepared correctly. I normally take photos, but each time was horrific I was not in a photo mood. *I really think this restaurant needs a better front of house manager.

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    Nicky Marie C.

    Food was absolutely amazing. Quickly got sat once we arrived. We started with the charbroiled oysters which were divine! Perfectly seasoned with a little kick to it. For main entree we had the redfish and catfish which both were delicious! Waitress was nice and quick. Didnt have to wait at all. For being recently opened they truly excelled at their service. It is definetely not a a place for a romantic date because its super bright and has tvs everywhere. More of a sports bar but i think menu is a tad overpriced for the ambience it serves. Also it has no cocktail or drink menu. Super kid friendly as well, so if your planning on a evening with kiddos they are certainly welcome there.

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    Service was wonderful and the service is top notch. Was able to accommodate our large group with no issues!!

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    The food was absolutely awesome. The service was great and its a really nice atmosphere! I'll be back!

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    The only reason they did not get five stars was the service was a little slow and it was not that busy. Maybe just a new waitress.

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    closed sunday evening. monday is extremely limited menu. eating at the bar is only choice.

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    Jacie Tarver is the best waitress. This place is beautiful. Wow. Food was amazing too

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    Both the service and the food were excellent. Tried the Cajun etouffee and it was delicious.

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    I had the toughest steak ever. I complained and still had to pay for the 2 pieces I ate. Maybe the charged for the time I chewed on it.

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    The M Bar Sports Bar & Grill

    3.3(7 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    Never again will I come to this bar, like how do you not have good customer service! The food was…read morenot good, and they want you to keep buying drinks

    I really enjoy hanging out at the M Bar and I visit 2 - 3 times per week while working in the Lake…read moreCharles area. It's a small locally owned and operated bar and grill catering to the locals, but out-of-towners such as myself are always welcome. I visit during happy hours (4:00PM - 8:00PM) and take advantage of the $2.00 bottle beers (12 oz) and the 1/2 priced burgers on Tuesday's and the .75 wings on Wednesday's. On these days and times, the bar in not crowded and it gives me an opportunity to relax and un wine after a long day in the office sitting behind a desk. On occasions, I visit on a Thursday when there is a live DJ, but this place can get very busy as Thursdays seems to cater to the younger crowd. I always feel safe at this spot, and I never worry about trouble or the crowd getting out rowdy of control. The service is on the slower side, but the customer service is awesome due to only having one POS. I highly recommend they install another one to speed up the service. Now the food. I've had the opportunity to taste the wings, the M burger with fries, and the Firecracker shrimp. Everything is cooked to order, well-seasoned, and delicious. The M Burger comes with a custom blend perfectly seasoned patty that covers the entire bun, M bar sauce, white cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, and purple onions, and served with hot Cajun seasoned fries. SO GOOD, I order one every Tuesday. After all, where else can I get a good made to order burger and fries for $6.10 plus tax. The wings come in a variety of flavors. They are perfectly cooked to order and no matter what sauce you put on them, they are delicious. They are however, on the small side, but I can't complain, they are very good and at .75 per wing on Wednesday's, you cannot go wrong when paired with $2.00 Bud Light. The Firecracker Shrimp I love me some shrimp and these are to die for. A little pricy for 6 shrimps, but the shrimps are large, lightly battered and fried to perfection, and served with the M Bar's spicy sauce. I believe in supporting small minority owned businesses. Providing them with the opportunity to grow by spending my dollars with them means a lot. But if you're looking for a quite little place to hang out without the large crowds, give the M Bar a try. They even have a nice patio area to hang out on.

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    The M Bar Sports Bar & Grill
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    Cooler's Ice House

    3.3(13 reviews)
    6.4 mi
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    Came here as an alternative to Darrell's. Got the brisket bread and it was legitimately great…read more I ordered the equivalent to a Darrell's special and to be honest... I liked it more than I did a Darrell's special. This is my new po-boy go to in Lake Charles!

    Stopped in to grab some po-boy's for lunch I got the 1/2 Papa's Special with jalapeño mayonnaise,…read moreit seemed familiar even though this was my first visit. There is another restaurant nearby that is similar that I've been going to for year's it's always been my favorite but I must say Cooler's Ice House really out did themselves. Lean Roast Beef, Ham and Turkey soaked in their house made au jus, dressed with 3 cheeses, lettuce, mustard and that delicious jalapeño mayo on a super crusty roll that is source out of Lafayette, Louisiana I'm told, the bread is definitely fifty percent of the sandwich's quality and taste. There were six of us in our party and the table service here was outstanding, Madison our server was on top of everything throughout our visit here. They weren't very busy when we arrived but quickly fill up as time went on - I thought the kitchen was a little slow but everything was well executed and delicious - no complaints from anyone at our table. This is definitely a place I'd return to and it's likely I'd repeat my order exactly, there's no sandwich that comes close to this deliciousness anywhere that I've experienced near my home in Florida - it's great when even the locals whom have access to this place treats it like something special...

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    Paradise Grill & Daiquiris

    3.4(8 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    The last time I ordered a shrimp poboy from Paradise, I couldn't even eat it! It was horrible and…read moresalty and soggy... I let it sit in the fridge for a few days bc I was determined to bring it to the manager and get my $ back.... But I eventually just threw it away and moved on. Today I decided to try something else... how bad could they mess up a grilled chicken sandwich with bacon and cheese on it? I ordered the Duo chicken sandwich which shows on the menu both here and on their page as $11 and comes with chips. I asked for no avocado and added American cheese. I ordered this only without a drink. When I pulled up to the window I was told that it will be $18 and change... I asked "How!?" They said the prices online are wrong and the sandwich is now $16.xx plus tax. I told them that I wasn't paying that for a grilled chicken sandwich and chips. I also explained to them that I could get a small steak dinner at Outback for that price. They have lost their minds!!!! I went to Popeyes and got a spicy chicken sandwich, fries, coleslaw and a sweet tea for $12.80. And I was actually able to eat the food instead of throw it away. I hope someone over at Paradise got to enjoy that $18 sandwich... they can keep their food and I'll keep my $! Never Again!!!! 0 stars is what I would give them if it would let me!

    staff very pushy and crawfish were extremely small and way to salty. had been cooked a long time…read morebefore served. some were total mush and could not eat them

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    Nogal Mexican Cuisine & Bar - 9.5 of 10 pts

    Nogal Mexican Cuisine & Bar

    4.2(80 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    I really liked this spot! Located in the corner of the shopping plaza, this spot was spacious on…read morethe inside and had plenty of seating, perfect for big groups or as intimate for a casual date. Our waiter was extremely attentive, refilling our chips and salsa before we were out, and remembering our specific drink orders for refills. Chips were served warm with three different salsas - a great variety of spices, and warm chips are just my favorite. I got the salmon plate with cilantro rice and lettuce/tomatoes/cheese on the side. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the rice was nice and fluffy. Great portion size as well!! The menu wasn't too big so it was much easier to narrow down on a decision on what to eat. Highly recommend as a quick spot to satisfy any Tex-Mex craving.

    What a quite surprise. I wasn't expecting much when I walked in. No offense, Lake Chuck -- but…read moreyou're not exactly known for Mexican food. This place was solid for the location. Did it wow me? No. But it definitely got the job done. Maybe I was starving, but the burrito really hit the spot. The steak was cooked perfectly -- which is rare since it's usually dry and hiding under a blanket of cheese sauce. This one actually had great flavor. The crispy taco, on the other hand, was mid. See that, young kids? I got the lingo. Overall, I'd come back if I'm passing through. Service was great, the bartender was super friendly, and the place is very affordable. Bonus: if you need to charge your Tesla or other electric vehicle (no discrimination here), this is a convenient stop. Cheers, y'all.

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    Chili's

    Chili's

    1.7(63 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    We stopped going to the Sulphur Chilis for a long time and then decided to give them another…read morechance! So glad we did. It is now our go-to! Cannot beat the 3 for me and the service has been excellent!

    0 stars. My mother and I loved to go here to get their Pick 3 deal. We would go about 3 or 4 times…read morea month. We'd usually get chips and salsa, a burger, a soup, fries, and a drink each. It was a normal visit today. It was about 12:30 pm when we came in. We were seated and ordered like normal. The ambiance of the restaurant was casual and relaxed as usual. We were brought our drinks, chips and salsa, and we also got queso this time. Then we were brought our soup, we then ate our soup. Our waiter was very nice and reassured us that our food was coming very soon. Then came our burgers and fries. And... I'm so happy my mother suggested we cut them in the middle. They were both so pink, and not just in the middle, in most of the burger. I wish we took pictures but we were more worried about letting a staff member nearby know immediately. My mother politely let a nice young man walking by know that the burgers were raw and when he saw the raw pink in the cut in half burger he said "ewww." He took them, apologized and walked away letting us know it would be fixed right away. Our waiter was told about this and came to let us know that they are on it and cooking more burgers as fast as they can. My mother let her know politely that she had somewhere to be and simply did not have time to wait on more burgers to be cooked, and asked to leave. The server assured us that she was going to take the burgers off of the ticket right away for us and then we'd go from there but as soon as she walked away, we had to leave the restaurant as we would have missed an appointment we had to get to. I don't think I have an appetite for another Chili's burger at the moment. It is such a shame that this happened because that used to be a very good deal for very good food. This is the first time my mother and I have had a problem with this restaurant.

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