J. Gumbo’s

Reviews

• Bo T.

  star star star star star_border 18 September 2026

  Great place for Cajun food in town And a cool Atmosphere. I Like the combo option of getting two different flavors in one dish. There's also a half size option which is around $5.50. Always get the garlic bread. Really cool back bar area, relaxing and very Louisiana Bayou feel. The atmosphere inside is really neat, cool Louisiana scenery and artwork. Like the quick-serve option of getting your food and sitting down.
  
  They have some nacho options with I need to try Soon. Students get a discount with their ID. Closed on Mondays. And the bar is closed but they are working on getting it running again!

• Shaun S.

  star star star star star 14 September 2026

  Never been In here before but as I walked in at around 1:00pm on a Sunday afternoon there was a few people in here eating seems like a nice place so far the staff member seen I did not know what I wanted to eat she offered me samples and told me the specials as I was trying to see what I wanted she was very good at knowing what was what on the foods they severed. So paid for our lunch sat down and begun to eat. The food was hot tasty and over all very very good the place is very clean the staff member was out cleaning the tables and other stuff while she was walking around she asked us if what we had was good and of course we said yes so we got done eating and then she came by and got our plates and took them to be cleaned. This is a very nice place we will be coming back here again thank you for reading have a good day.

• Rick G.

  star star star star star 13 September 2026

  I'm torn between a 4 and a 5, but I'm in a good mood today so they get a 5.
  
  We were in town for an Optimist Club conference, and didn't want to dine at the hotel, and had spotted this spot on the way to our hotel.  Decided to walk here for lunch, and I'm certainly glad we did!
  
  The staff is cordial and casual, yet professional.  I found it to be a near perfect balance.  An unexpected bonus...you're welcome to sample any dish before purchasing it, a huge help to those not familiar with Cajun(ish) cuisine.
  
  For my lunch, I had honey sriracha chicken, and it was wonderful--nice balance of sweet and hot. (Just like my wife!!)
  
  My wife had Crawfish Etouffee and she rated it good, but not the best she's every had.  The bread served with the meal was outstanding.
  
  Make no mistake--this isn't quite New Orleans traditional. It's got a Hoosier bent to it.  Still, from the wonderfully quirky decor, to the staff, to the food--it's well worth a visit.

• Christy A.

  star star star star star_border 30 August 2026

  Nor big on Cajun cuisine but the dining partner raved over the Chicken Zydeco...I tried his and was sold. Ended up ordering a bowl of my own tasty, sweet/slightly spicy, succulent chicken, brown rice filled Zydeco to go. That was a lot...
  
  Ok, moving on...
  
  The décor gives it an authentic NOLA feel. Although you had to be there to truly understand I tried my best to capture the realness in Tour de Christy footage.
  
  This restaurant mirrors NOLA's French Quarter to a T! Delicious Cajun-inspired from that includes crawfish, gumbo, Po'Boys, étouffée, beans & rice, etc.
  
  Daily Specials are available. Add toppings for upcharge. Cooler containing desserts, soft drinks and sides available as well. Plenty seating, beautiful artwork and a full bar.
  
  Service was excellenté!
  
  ~Christy

• Mylinh H.

  star star star star star_border 23 August 2026

  I went here on Fat Tuesday to celebrate with a few friends. We took up the whole bar and the bartenders were still courteous and welcoming. I think they were the highlight of our experience because they were didn't brush us off once we got our drinks - which some places do. They stuck around and talked to us. The owner was doing a raffle for free t-shirts so he came in once in a while and let us pick out the numbers. It was a small gesture but it added to the fun atmosphere of Mardi Gras celebrations.
  
  I got the Gumbo this time, though I really wanted Jambalaya. I swear to you it's always out when I am there. It wasn't bad! I also got a Hurricane bucket for $5 as part of their special and that was pretty good too. It was one of those drinks that doesn't hit you until later so beware.
  
  Overall, you can't go wrong with food and drinks at J Gumbo's!