Best Cajun Restaurants in Bywater

First time visiting New Orleans with my partner. Lovely restaurant. Our server, Michael, was knowledgeable of the details, handy with recommendations, and an all around solid professional. Kitchen team seemed really locked in, space was clean, the menu is tight, food is focused, presentation is elegant without being overambitious or pretentious. We had: Hungarian white wine (outstanding) A sample of a lightly effervescent basque white (great btg) Some clever fat washed Amaro, solid espresso, and a good espresso martini (my partner's preferred after dinner indulgence) Arancini (caviar is such a good addition, though they stand on their own) Meatballs (well made, clean flavor, succulent) Oysters (fantastic deal, great sourcing) Octopus (bold flavors, super tender) Hazelnut cheese tart (you're missing out if you don't do it) Shrimp cavatelli (easily one of the most dynamic sauces, really intriguing name, great job from Michael being on point with elaboration) Lasagna (solid construction while still feeling light, well presented, delightful smell, big and bold) Olive oil cake (love the salt, the cake is so light and easy, arguably my favorite kind of cake, kudos) I never review anyone, but I felt compelled. Weve been dining around the US for about three and a half years together now, here to relax and have a good time and celebrate our new (yesterday) engagement. This is the kind of place I love going, would love to work at or would seek to emulate in a number of ways if I ever get around to opening anything. Only regret is I forgot to ask for a dinner and dessert menu, we collect and will frame or scrapbook the best ones. Good food is an impermanent memory, its a nice way of appreciating where we've been, celebrating love, life and being happy. You guys are awesome, this place is a delight. Can't thank you enough! Heading to your sister restaurant tomorrow morning, incidentally. We pick well! Full tonight, off to bed happy. Cheers

Ambiance and service were excellent. The food options were good, I did a 3 course option with gumbo, half a jerk chicken with broccolini and sweet potato, and bread pudding. My wife had lamb empenadas and an amazing cauliflower dish. Each dish was good, especially the cauliflower and bread pudding. Also had a couple of drinks that were excellent. Would definitely come back and will recommend to others visiting NOLA.

I have to say I don’t understand all the bad reviews about this place. The food was excellent ( the hanger steak and gulf fish) and the service was lovely. I’ll definitely be back!

Excellent! Food was delicious,,we had Mac & cheese beignets and the shrimp pasta dish with red sauce! All exceptional! Service as great and the house was beautiful! We will definitely go back and spread the good news about a charming “off the beaten path” restaurant!

The entire experience was wonderful! Iesha was a great server, we found out that the owner served our first drinks (made them and brought them to the table) and she was extremely hospitable and welcoming, the food and drinks were reasonably priced during happy hour (we peaked at the regular menu, also priced well), and the ambiance/vibe was perfect for a girls night out! I will definitely bring my husband back for date night!