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The Bayou
Master Critic Review
The Bayou
7.7
This LGBTQ+ dive bar surprises with authentic Cajun seafood boils served in a raucous, welcoming atmosphere. Snow crab, crawfish, and shrimp come drenched in signature garlic butter sauce, perfect for messy communal dining with cheap drinks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crawfish Boil, Snow Crab Legs, Softshell Crab
Scores:
Value: 8.9
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Gay bar with surprisingly authentic Cajun seafood boils
Who should go: LGBTQ+ community and late-night seafood cravers
When to visit: Happy hour 4-8pm for food and drink deals
What to order: Crawfish boil, snow crab, bottomless mimosas Sunday
Insider tip: Thursday drag bingo pairs perfectly with seafood specials
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only, very limited after 7pm - budget extra time or use rideshare
Dress code: Come as you are - dive bar casual, anything from shorts to club wear welcome
Noise level: Loud and lively - expect bar volume, gets rowdier after 10pm
Weekend wait: 30-45 min for tables Friday/Saturday nights, bar seating usually available
Weekday lunch: Not open for lunch - opens at 4pm daily
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited - sides like corn, potatoes, and fried options only
Vegan options: Extremely limited - basically just sides and fries
Gluten-free options: Seafood boils naturally GF, but cross-contamination likely in fryer
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal unless your date loves dive bars - it's messy eating, loud atmosphere, and very casual. Better for third date when you're comfortable getting messy together
Can I get a table without a reservation? They don't take reservations - it's first come, first served. Arrive before 6pm weekdays or expect a wait. Bar seating usually opens up faster
Is it kid-friendly? Not recommended - it's primarily a bar with adult atmosphere, especially later in evening. Better to leave kids at home
Best For
Better for: Authentic, no-frills seafood boils at dive bar prices with LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere - beats fancy spots for fun factor and value
Skip if: You want refined dining, quiet conversation, or aren't comfortable in loud bar settings with sticky floors and plastic bibs