Joe Gs - Shreveport

Went there for lunch on a Saturday. Place was busy, but it was worth the wait. Everything we had was really good. Have to try the gumbo, it's one of my all-time favorites.

We love almost everything on their menu. We have tried almost everything. Their french fried onions are the best ever. They are for real. And the sprinkling of red pepper flakes gives them a whole new twist. I am going to start serving mine that way when I cook them at home. The stuffed shrimp recipe has changed though and they are just not as good as they used to be. Not sure why, I have wondered if they are not using the crabment as they did for so very many years??? I also like the red beans and rice with sausage although they could use a bit more sauce/gravy--whatever--would make that dish even better. Love their green beans and often get a large order for the table. Had the seafood platter last time we went and plan to get the fried shrimp next time. They were on the platter and were the best fried shrimp I have ever had. Just everything is good. Drinks are spectacular! I had a strawberry Margarita and oboy. Beautiful and so large I could not lift the thing. I had to bend over to sip. Took awhile before I could lift the thing. Oh, I got it on the rocks, I do not like any drink frozen. Great place and will be going again soon. Wish they had a nice ribeye. I would order one in a minute if they did because I am sure it would be outstanding.

I routinely take rides on the motorcycle with a theme. This weekends ride was to find an awesome Cajun restaurant in Louisiana. My ride was an awesome success. I arrived in the pouring down rain and I was drenched when I walked in, nor worries I was greeted by amazingly friendly people. There was a 2.5 hour wait, but I lucked out and immediately found a seat at the bar. I had a bowl of gumbo that was awesome. I had a sample plate with fish, oysters, shrimp, and a stuffed shrimp, all were wonderful. I was so full but couldn’t resist the peach cobbler as it was rumored to be amazing, and it was. Everyone was so friendly! The staff was great and so were all the local people who thought I was crazy riding there in the rain and even more so once they understood I had ridden from Little Rock just to eat here. The food is great and all of the people even more so. All was tasty but the gumbo and peach cooler was some of the best I have ever eaten!!! Will bring the family back!

Orlandeaux 's had been hyped hard in many reviews, so we decided to try it. The good stuff there, was the wait staff were really pleasant and attentive, but that 's where the goodness ended. After all, we were there for the food. These guys are famous for their stuffed shrimp , so that 's what I was there for! I was quickly informed by the waitress that they were OUT of their marquis dish .... Huh ?? I then made the mistake of trying the Orlandeaux 's chicken fried steak which was delivered as a perfect square (clearly straight from the freezer) that tasted off and had a coating that just kind of fell off when I cut into it. Less than a hour after eating, my stomach went nuts and kept me close to the BR for the rest of the afternoon. When the meal was served, our waitress dropped my cornbread on the floor and never brought a replacement out. And, the final icing on the cake was that, though it was only noon, the bathroom was already nasty. Ugh

First be sure to go to the one on Lakeshore Drive. The location and property on Cross Lake is so pretty. Put your name in at host station, grab a beverage and go out and walk the property, such a pretty setting. Our hour wait on a Friday evening was so worth it. After taking in the property, we sat in the lounge til our table was ready. Folks were so friendly and several locals stopped at our table with recommendations. Bring from Colorado, we tend to eat grilled fish and steamed veggies but when we travel we love trying local cuisine. We both tried different platters but loved everything. The stuffed shrimp was really good but the regular fried shrimp was absolutely delicious to me. I do recommend the rice and gravy over fries, it is their specialty and down right tasty!