Went here for the Mardi Gras crawl-fish boil. It's loud and fun and a little slice of Naw'lins in Atlanta. The food is okay and the atmosphere is a little better. I really enjoyed the crawl-fish though, it was hot and REALLY spicy. This place was fun for Mardi Gras, crowded and exciting. On a normal day, the menu is small though, not very many choices. I did like the Shrimp Po'boy but I've had better. I wasn't too impressed with the lack of choices. All in all, this place is VERY hit-or-miss. It's worth a shot if you are REALLY wanting some NOLA in your life, but don't aim your hopes too high.
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Stephanie M.
Love this place. It's small and gets busy on the weekends but the services is always good. Don't order the burgers but anything else on the menu is great! Parking is tricky. Your best bet is the park in the street and walk across.
(5)
American G.
LOVE LOVE The atmosphere! I prefer the Jambalya, Fried Shrimp, Po Boys and creole mayo. And Cajun Fries! Laid back, fun time. Service pretty good, don't be in a rush.
(4)
Kat W.
Smells like New Orleans, tastes like home. Good food, fast service, small space
(4)
Jen T.
They are getting three stars because they have the following Louisiana beers on tap: Abita PurpleHaze, Andygator, Restoration Ale, and Imperial Stout. Good place to drink. I ordered the shrimp poboy, grilled. Its good, but shrimp are sparse. Not an overstuffed like in Nola...but seafood gets expensive in Atlanta. I get it. The disappointment came with the gumbo. She said they make it with beef broth (I asked about the seafood) and I asked her for a taste. She brought out a bowl of the broth and said, " depending on what you order, seafood or chicken, we add it to this." Oh, god. It was as bad as you'd imagine. Anyone who knows anything about a gumbo knows that has to mix. It was so unflavorful. Major disappoint. Come here to drink though.
(3)
Brett H.
Servers could be a bit more attentive. Gator queso and gator bites are really good. Cajun margarita is what really stood out to me. It's a must try.
(3)
Jaxon L.
Local dive bar with a New Orleans flair. But don't come here looking for some type of simulated New Orleans "experience". Come here for cheap drinks, interesting neighborhood characters and delicious greasy fried food. Everyone here is fun and friendly.
(5)
Amber P.
Love this place. The people are really nice!! Drinks are handmade!! yum My family really enjoyed the gator queso. I also appreciated that the kids grill cheese was on wheat bread with lots of cheddar. Did I mention ABITA ON DRAFT!!!
(5)
Cherry L.
im such a FAN FAN FAN! Who knew that this little cajun joint existed! i had the seafood muffaletta and it was so good! the seafood was fresh and the creole mayo added the right amount of moisture and cajun seasoning without making the sandwich too wet or overpowering the seafood. i will definitely be coming back here to try some of their other specials!
(4)
Stephanie M.
Big Easy is a small place with a cute patio , I knew walking in this was a jeans and t's kind of place . Inside the decoration is a ball cap collection with signs and beads strewn about . Atmosphere is very relaxed . Shrimp Po Boy - Great , comes with a bag of Zapp's regular or spicy chips . Jambalaya - Unfortunately it had been sitting on heat for far to long and came out mushy . Etouffee - Pretty tasty with shrimp and chunks of peppers and onions . A few shakes of the bartenders favorite hot sauce and it quickly disappeared. For those you who are afraid of spicy food there is no need to worry , you will have to add the spiciness yourself .
(3)
Jennifer I.
Authentic NOLA food in a hole-in-the-wall. Their brunch is delicious, and if you wait until 11 (or is it 12?) you can order mimosas and bloody mary's. I recommend the breakfast po boy and anything with andouille sausage. Service is also wonderful; the wait staff is really friendly and, from what I saw with other customers, very patient. Also, they allow dogs on the patio! So, bring your furry friend...I do!
(4)
Cherise J.
This place lacks consistency which is largely due to the staff. My family has come in a number of times to see advertised specials that they offered, but didn't have. After experiencing this a few times, we were finally told to call before coming in. This time we did and was told by Ellen what the specials were. When we arrived, Ellen ended up being out server. We ordered the special and guess what? They didn't have it. I was like "huh"? I just called and was told you had the specials we want? Did you run out? She said they didn't have them at ALL. She then asked me who I spoke with on the phone and although I was certain it was her, she lied saying that it wasn't'. It was pretty obvious that it was her I spoke with on the phone. After all, she did take our order for the special, went back to put it in and then came back out later saying they didn't have it. If you didn't have the special to begin with, we would have been told right then and there. I was livid. I drove 20+ miles to this place and would have appreciated her being honest and forthcoming rather than lying to defend her position. This kind of stuff made me think about other occassions where things have gone unnecessarily wrong such as incorrect orders being put in and food not coming out fresh. And if they're super busy, forget it. Something will definitely go wrong. This place use to be one of my favorites, but for the sake of having a pleasant dining experience, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
(1)
Jason D.
We had a good experience. Walked in, the place seemed like a great neighborhood joint. Had a cup of gumbo that was good, although low on seafood. I had the fried crawfish, and they were mighty tasty. My wife had a grilled chicken salad she said was mighty tasty. Overall, service was ok, and the vibe was fine. Great little hidden spot.
All the staff are great! We've been in there, at least, a hundred times over the years. The food and drink selection are way better than the nearest places next to there. The Cajun food is tasty but the burgers are the hidden gym.
(5)
Lynette R.
This spots is okay. Nothing fancy...just your basic dive bar. Seems that there are limited options in Atlanta for Naw'lins food so this is the spot to go to. The place never gets crowded (at least when I go) .The beneighs are so-so but you get what you pay for $3 a pop.
(3)
Steve B.
Shout out to my dudette: user-LBoogie L. on the heads up on this place. She was on point with her description of the Big Easy Grille. This place at best is OK. Not impressed by the jambalaya rice that I had. It's a small, . cozy venue. Not a fan of smoke (don't dislike me on that). But does seem like a place to grab drinks on the go while en route to midtown. I figure for a Nawlins spot, there would have been a whole lot of other cajun food on the menu, pretty disappointed about it. It's cool, it is what it is. Grade: C
(3)
Conor R.
First time eating Cajun food and wasn't disappointed. I got the oysters to start and since I watch Swamp People religiously, I went with the alligator po' boy for dinner. Both were fresh and didn't disappoint. The place isn't huge, but it definitely has character to it, which is refreshing. Good selection of beers i like (Abita) and friendly service. There are too many Po' Boys to choose just one, so I'll see you Thursday, Big Easy.
(5)
Luckie D.
Authentic food although it could use a good dose of some Slap Ya Momma seasoning or at least a little cayenne pepper. The bar is limited but the beer is cold and its rather cozy on the patio
(3)
Jamie H.
Man, I love this place! What an addiction. We eat here all the time because we travel to NOLA often and really miss that authentic taste when we come home. This place has the best po' boys hands down, and their lagniappe burger is unreal! Now, if you're used to Cafe D.'s beignets, you will be disappointed in the ones here. They just aren't the same; however, their bread pudding will make you forget all about those fried puffs of sugary awesomeness. Fried shrimp is amazing, oysters on the half shell are a special and when they have them, they are so good; the blackened salmon BLT is great too. If you're looking for a brunch different from many, get here on Sunday from 12-3. They have a great patio when it's nice out and you can bring your dog (awesome!), but it fills up quickly so be prepared to wait if you show up around 12:30. The andouille sausage breakfast po' boy is sooooooo good, but my favorite dish is the bayou benedict with crawfish cakes and tabasco hollandaise-YUM! Really reasonable prices and a great weeknight place to hang out and watch the game. This is our regular place and if you haven't tried it, you're missing out!
(4)
Damien B.
I have been passing this place for about six months now and I figured it was time to give it a shot. The building is sandwitched between two other eateries and it makes parking a little crazy at times. Thankfully I got a great spot with no probelm this fine evening. I am not sure what I was expecting the space to be but it is really rather small. Four booths along the one wall, a bar along the other and four tables or so in the middle. No wonder this place can have a wait. There are also a few tables outside that look like they would be nice to have a few beers outside. The place had one open table when we came in and we sat down. The waitress was very nice and did a good job for the whole time we were there checking on us and keeping our drinks full. We both ordered the combo poboys. The old lady had half shrimp and half beef and I had half oyster and half shrimp. The shrimp are prepackaged and I think the oysters might have been also. The last poboy I had was down in New Orleans and it was a nightmare of a thing, I think the cook spilled salt on it maybe. This was not a nightmare at all but it was not what my heart recalls as a great poboy either. I mean the bread was fresh, the lettuce was crisp, it was not over filled but not skimping on the shrimp or oysters but it just came up short to me. I can not put a finger on what it is about this place though that just makes me think I will never go back again outside of a really good coupon or someone was just demanding we go. It is literally across the road from my house and I can not see a reason to go back. The food was ok but not special, the vibe was nothing special. It just fell flat to me.
(2)
Christine A.
Big fan of the Big Easy. Great bartenders and tasty fried treats. It's a must!
(4)
Russell G.
We decided to try Big Easy Grille after reading favorable reviews here on yelp. Unfortunately this was an entirely underwhelming brunch experience. My girlfriend got the bayou benedict which was mediocre and tasteless. I ordered the shrimp and grits which were likewise very bland. I don't know what "voodoo shrimp" are but maybe it means that someone cast a no-flavor spell on them. We also ordered the beignets and they were hard and unappealing. I mean you can fry up anything and throw powdered sugar on it but that does not make it a beignet. To top it all off, relative to the poor quality of the food it was expensive. I will acknowledge that we had fast service which is why I didn't give it one star. This place is a bar, do not go here to actually eat food.
(2)
Jason R.
Excellent boutique creole restaurant on the west side of Atlanta on Collier Road. Great Sunday Brunch! Bloody Mary is $5. Miller High Life is $2. Non-Smoking.
(4)
Shawanda M.
went here on a lovely, warm , Sunday afternoon. Never even knew it was here. the staff was nice and friendly and sparked my interested enough to return soon. I didn't have a main entree but we tried lots of different apps. Personally my favorite were the alligator bites. seasonings were great! The drinks on the other hand, could be a bit stronger, but they were 4.50, so I'm not complaining. I'll return soon...i'll return even sooner if the drinks get a bit stronger.
(3)
Chinika T.
This spot is a favorite of my husband so I'll be generous and give it three stars instead of the two I really want to give them. On my first visit I tried the red beans and rice as well as the voodoo shrimp. Sadly the red beans were extremely bland and I had to doctor them with the broth from the shrimp. The next time around I opted to try the shrimp po boy which wasn't half bad. I enjoyed that they actually served Zapp's potato chips with the sandwiches. I love NOLA cuisine and unfortunately the two local places (Creole Nouvelle and Redfish Creole) where I had the best creole/cajun food have closed. My search continues.
(3)
Bridget J.
This is the best kept secret in Buckhead. The food is awesome just like the Chef. I work nearby and the office has fallen in love with his famous chicken salad. I think he puts special addictive seasoning in it becuz it is gooouud. I usually don't eat spicy food but I have fallen in love with the Voodoo Shrimp. This one dish alone keeps me coming back. You have to use the bread to soop up the leftover sauce. Now that's some good eatin.
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jimmy s.
I live over on the side of town and have been a few times. I've had the jambalaya and it was just OK. The po boy's utilize better than average bread and the fried craw fish filling was pretty bomb. Red beans and rice were bland, you gotta add a bunch of hot sauce. Service is OK. They have Dale's on tap, which is a plus to me.
(3)
Daniel R.
I got put on to this little dive by ScoutMob and I'm glad I checked it out. They usually have a decent beer or two on tap ranging from Bell's to Abita. Abita being my preference when eating creole or cajun food. I have had the creole and cajun gumbos. Both are good, but I prefer the spiciness and flavor of the cajun gumbo with the sausages and chicken over the milder crawfish based gumbo. The crawfish etouffee is good. It's probably my favorite dish here. I love crawfish and this dish is loaded with it. The roux isn't as dark or as heavy as some places either. It really hits the spot. The crawfish po boy is great too. Lots of fried crawfish and a nice remoulade sauce on a french baguette. Lettuce, Tomato, etc. The place is pretty cheap too. Two can get out for less than $30 with a beer or two.
(4)
Laura T.
Had lunch here today for 1st time. Tried the 1/2 shrimp po boy (tasty) with the chicken & sausage gumbo (decent, but could have used more kick). My friend had the muffaletta - think I'll opt for that next time. It was good. We ended with the beignets. Mine wasn't good at all. Very tough & not airy like I expect a beignet to be. I'll def skip those the next time. We will return, tho. The 2 ladies serving the room were nice & also attentive with the drink refills.
(3)
Brigitte M.
Nice little hole in the wall place. I had the steak-tip sandwich. Steak was delectable. Also had a side of gumbo which was decent. Ambiance is very casual, service was casual/country/okay. A bit dark and grungy inside. All in all, its decent, probably would not go back, def. would not recommend someone brining a "first date" here, a bit grungy, all in all I guess it is not my "style"..
(3)
Annie R.
Went here for a friends birthday there are positives and negatives for sure. I've been to new orleans a lot and I grew up in Charleston, SC so I have a decent understanding of coastal southern/creole cooking. The jambalaya was dry and just not good, plus I swear a piece of chicken in it was raw? Um never ok. I can make a better one myself honestly. The shrimp in the shrimp po-boys were clearly frozen again maybe its from growing up on the coast and what not, but I just couldn't eat more than a bite. This place is essentially a dive bar, with bad parking, and less than mediocre food. The service was awful I ordered a beer never got it, then was charged for it at the end of the meal. The waitress said "whoops oh yeah". Will not return.
(2)
Lizzie S.
My second time there...love it.
(4)
Bill F.
Great neighborhood nawlins bistro dive bar... shrimp is awesome
(4)
Courtney D.
I stumbled upon this little gem last Friday and fell in love. Any place that can successfully pull off a Cajun vibe with New Orleans flare grabs my attention full force...and I am now a huge fan of the Big Easy outside of actual NOLA. Big selection of damn good po-boys, $2 High Life Lights, gumbo that will make you slap yo' momma, and good tunes make for a nice escape. Located next door to Fox and Hounds, it may be overshadowed at times, but don't let this little whole-in-the-wall fool ya - it's packing some serious heat (as in hot and spicy creole goodness)... I enjoyed the fact in they have 0 tolerance for stupid drunks at their bar and will promptly quit serving you if you can no longer speak fluent and coherent English. :-) Paula, the bartender, is awesome and feisty and definitely contributes to a great experience here. Go see Claude and the gang and sit back and relax...you'll feel as if you've floated off to a small bar tucked away on Bourbon St. before too long -- it's such a great atmosphere and ambiance. I'd give them 5 stars, but I'm a die-hard Razorback fan and there was far too much LSU memorabilia in the place for my liking. ;-)
(4)
Nancy L.
Atmosphere was fun and vibrant! Service was polite and welcoming. Food portion was minuscule! :( Prices were high considering what was ordered. Gumbo was watery and lacking flavor. Baked potato side was drenched in low melt oil with a Kraft single American cheese on top. (yuck) Caesar salad was poured out of a bag, dressing was on the side from a low quality grocery bottle. Place was deserted for 8PM on a Wednesday. (no wonder) Not worth the time.
(1)
Jill P.
Wanted a quick bite on Saturday night after the Thrashers game. Had a ScoutMob so decided to give Big Easy a try and glad we did! Scooted in about 10:30 pm just as the place was emptying (closing was at 11), but we were welcomed with a smile and told to come on in! I had the jambalaya which was delicious and just spicy enough. Nice side slice of Andouille sausage which was also really good. Friend had the seafood gumbo and shrimp po-boy and also really enjoyed it. Took some yummy bread pudding to go. We will be back!
(4)
Bill S.
I'd definitely say this place is more a bar than a restaurant, but my wife and I went in here one night for poboys and they were pretty good. We'll be back to try their entrees and form a more firm opinion. Parking is a hassle (aka you have to park right on Collier and risk your life crossing the street) thanks to the ever-packed Fox and Hounds next door.
(3)
Eloise K.
Thanks to Scoutmob, we decided to check out Big Easy. There were six of us and showed up without giving the restaurant prior notice. Fortunately, they were pleasantly accommodating. I ordered the salmon BLT along with the shrimp and chicken finger basket (hey, it was half off!). They marinated the salmon and grilled it to PERFECTION. One of my colleagues ordered the craw-fish pie and inhaled it in record speed. Everyone agreed we would be back even without the discount. The food is much better and less expensive than Pappadeaux.
(5)
Jennifer J.
Oh, Big Easy Grille why do you disappoint me so? Alas it is true that, to me, it is "Meh. I've experienced better." I've been here twice for lunch with a group from work. The scenery is pretty much like everyone else has already described which is a dive bar. Not that there is anything wrong with a good dive bar but this one just doesn't cut the mustard for me. Seating is very limited, parking is horrible and the food is..well..meh. For my first visit I ordered the fried chicken salad. When it came out I thought it looked pretty good but upon the first couple of bites I knew better. The greens were wilted and most of them were really, really wilted and a few at the bottom were actually to the slimy stage. Darn it! So I picked out the chicken and just ate that. I can't believe I went back but I did; and I ordered the chicken fingers and fries. The chicken fingers weren't bad and you could tell they were hand battered and not just the chunky, gross frozen ones that a lot of places have. However, for what it was I think $8 is a little high. Maybe that's just me but with the $8 entree and the drink plus tip I walked out spending just about $13.00 and I cannot justify spending that much here. Will I go back for a third time? It is not likely. Sorry.
(2)
Randy G.
Downgraded to one star due to "compliment" sent to Kit about negative review. I will definitely not return now. *************************************** Did I eat at the same place as some of the previous reviewers? I must not have as poor food and poor service was what I experienced. My conversation with the waiter was something like this: Me: What is the size difference between the half-order and the full order? Waiter: The full order is larger. I guess I would never have figured that out on my own. Thanks! I order the jambalaya. It was so dry it was hard to swallow. The chicken was just ok and sausage was decent. It comes with a Salad and your choice of one side dish. The veggie o'day was very good so that helped. I doubt I will go here again, but if I do I will try a po' boy as they looked good.
(1)
Ty A.
I live around the corner from the "Big Easy". They've been around for almost 5 years and have been a great addition to the hood. I'm a big fan of the po' boys. Their bread is fresh. I've heard baked and delivered daily. The bread reminds me of the old "French Quarter" on Peachtree. The Voodoo shrimp rocks the house. I hate to compare but it's somewhat like the BBQ shrimp at "Parish", but better and not twenty bucks. It's nonsmoking and you don't have to pay $5 for a beer (unlike the bar next door, "Fox and Hound"). They have Abita and Dale's on tap. No one has Dale's on tap in Atlanta. It's a non-pretentious kind of place, friendly and good place to grab a great bite at a reasonable price.
We really enjoyed our entree of the jambalaya. We weren't particularly crazy about our appetizer of the seafood sampler. They have complimentary valet parking, but I can't understand why. We will definitely be back.
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Kristine M.
I'm going to follow in downgrading this place due to the owner's unprofessionalism in "complimenting" Kit in a rude and boorish manner. Not cool, dude. Not cool.
(1)
Kim W.
This is one of my favorite bar/restaurants in Atlanta. Laid-back, New Orleans vibe. Friendly bartenders and great food. Try their shrimp po boy, it's awesome. Live blues music on Saturdays. It's also family-friendly and attracts a wide range of people, so you're sure to fit in!
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Ryan B.
This place very New Orleans, which is awesome. It's not the cleanest, but the atmosphere is real. The food was good. Shrimp poboy and oyster poboy were both very good. The prices are a little bit higher than they should be for the food, but besides that-this place hits the spot if you you're looking for Cajun food
(4)
Valerie S.
This was good Cajun food. I'll definitely be back :)
(4)
Charles S.
Another neighborhood place with surprisingly good Cajun style food, good service (although they were a server short) and low prices. Good soup, good salads, good fried stuff including the fried alligator bits on my 'gator po' boy. The four of us went on a warmish Sunday afternoon. After a few minutes we moved to an outside table to get away from the table of eight 30-somethings that had enjoyed too many mimosas. You know the sound your voice makes when you've had one drink too many? Ouch! This is not a drive across town restaurant, but if you're in the neighborhood and looking for a nice place to eat, this is it.
(3)
Daniel B.
Big Easy Grille is a Cajun restaurant and bar located on the west side of town. It's a neighborhood hangout. The restaurant has many TVs and carries several sports stations (aside from the main ones like ESPN), so it works well as a sports bar. There's also an outdoor patio. It's a small place, often busy and sometimes crowded. It's located next door to Verde Taqueria, which was the old Fox & Hounds space. Big Easy's parking lot is small and most of times, full. Parking can be a pain during peak times. Other parking spots can be found along Collier. If parking on the street, be careful crossing. Big Easy Grille is named after the city of New Orleans' nickname, "The Big Easy." The business is reminiscent of many of the small bars and restaurants found in NOLA's French Quarter or along Bourbon Street. So I guess you could say it's just another bar, except it's decorated in all things New Orleans and Louisiana such as a fleur-de-lis on the wall (most people recognize it as the Saints logo) and LSU paraphernalia. I've found the Cajun and Creole food here to be pretty good. Some dishes are better than others. They serve just about everything you'd find in southern Louisiana including alligator, catfish, shrimp, crawfish, crab, fried oysters, and andouille sausage. There's gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, etouffee, po-boy sandwiches, and even beignets. The menu is reasonably priced with most entrees each $12 or less. I recommend visiting for their Sunday New Orleans Brunch (Sundays, 12 to 3). The oyster po-boy is delicious. It consists of flash-fried Gulf oysters, creole mayo, shredded lettuce, and sliced tomato inside French bread with a tiny slice of lemon on the side. The baguette is soft and appetizing. What makes this sandwich are the fresh, sometimes plump Gulf oysters and the addicting creole mayo. It's a very good and filling sandwich, one that I recommend. The chicken and sausage gumbo is also very good. The bowl is served near piping hot and is filled with chunks of chicken, andouille sausage, rice, and assorted vegetables. It's tasty, hearty, and satisfying. If you're in the mood for soup, definitely try the gumbo. Lots of flavor. You can get a small cup or a bowl. The jambalaya is OK. Not my favorite, but not bad either. It consists of andouille sausage, chicken, vegetables, and red peppers blended with white rice. It's a little dry and bland compared to the other dishes. I'd probably steer towards a different side like the Cajun fries or etouffee. If you come for brunch, order the alligator omelet. It consists of a two-egg omelet stuffed with alligator sausage, mushroom, and onion. It's topped with shredded cheese. The portion size is generous and the filling is savory. I like to eat the omelet with hot sauce. Hot sauces available at each table include Trappey's Louisiana Hot Sauce (one I used to eat growing up) and the thicker Bayou Pecker Powder. They both go great with eggs. The omelet comes with a piece of plain toast and a side, fresh fruit or cheese grits. I've tried both. The fruit consists of a small bowl of sliced cantaloupe, strawberries, and blueberries. They are indeed fresh, ripe, and sweet. The cheese grits consist of a small bowl of plain grits topped with shredded cheese, the same cheese that is used on top of the omelets. Mix the cheese into the grits while the grits are still hot. It's not bad. Service is good. Food comes out from the kitchen relatively quick and the servers are polite and attentive. Aside from the parking and jambalaya, I think Big Easy Grille is a solid neighborhood joint and a good place to get your Cajun and Creole fix. I give them 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.
I went there once with my soul mate and the food was amazing just like the company. I wish she would have given me more time to develop like she did a fine wine. She is totally missing out now as I am now finely tuned and living in uptown NOLA
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Leo F.
This is a cute hole in the wall joint with good food, my favorite is the crab claws, I am so going back for these, they are tender and already shelled... super flavorful and easy to eat!
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Darren H.
I wasn't a thrilled with this spot as some other people that have written reviews. Very small, kind of run down. More of a dive spot that I'd hang with my buddies if I was in the area, but then again some ladies like the dive places. Wait staff is spot on & attentive to the customers there are quite a few other places in this area and since i'm moving closer to this area who knows this spot might just grow on me.
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Eric W.
Food saves the day... Customer service was shaky at first but food saved the day. Order the crawfish basket...
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Leanne E.
Low key and unpretentious. This small establishment offers low country boil, Fried shrimp, and beer. Regular folks gathered to watch the game and commiserate.
(3)
Sterling D.
Food was great. Prices and portion size are more than fair. My expectations were exceeded and I recommend Big Easy Grille highly to everyone. I ordered catfish & alligator basket and my wife ordered shrimp & catfish basket. Huge shrimp.
(5)
Anna A.
My coworker introduced me to the Big Easy Grille today, and I enjoyed my food very much. The prices were decent and the food that I had was delicious. I had the oyster po'boy with cajun fries, a cup of seafood gumbo, and bread pudding for dessert. The oyster po'boy was delicious, although I would recommend asking for extra creole mayo since they do not put enough on the sandwich for my liking. The creole mayo has a wonderful flavor and the oysters are fried nicely. It was a really good sandwich and one of the best po'boys I have had in town. The seafood gumbo was decent. I lived in New Orleans for a minute and was spoiled by some amazing gumbo so I am a little picky. It was full of rice, okra, and had big chunks of crawfish in it. It wasn't bad. I definitely had to add a little hot sauce to mine to give it a nice kick, but overall, I don't have any complaints. The bread pudding was also pretty good. It wasn't the best that I have ever had, but the cream sauce over the top of the bread pudding was super delicious and I would order it again. However, after seeing the beignets, I actually think that they may have been the way to go for dessert. I will try them next time. Overall, this was a nice little spot that I would recommend to anyone looking to have a little taste of New Orleans.
(4)
Christina K.
I decided on dinner at the Big Easy Grille when meeting up with a directionally impaired friend (not being mean, just stating a fact she agrees with!) since it was next door to her work place. The restaurant is kinda on a hill next to another restaurant that I think I will have to also try as well since it had a nice patio. There was plenty of parking when I arrived, which was pretty early for dinner as well as plenty of seating. The restaurant is overall on the small side, about 3-4 booths, 7 tables and seating at the bar. The waitress was prompt with refills and order taking, however, I'm not sure that she understood that we were there to catch up after about 7 years of MIA as I felt she kept coming around after the food was served to rush us out. Speaking of food, I opted for the shrimp po-boy and my friend the alligator tail poboy which she said was really good. My shrimp po-boy was filled with large, tender and tasty shrimp, the bread could have been crusted a bit more as well as a bit more of the remoulade sauce, but overall was very tasty. During our dinner, there were at least 2-3 families with young children (toddlers and some that needed high chairs) so despite the smallness and the immense bar, it can definitely accommodate families. I definitely want to try the alligator tail and soups the next time I find myself in this part of town.
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Rian A.
Fun little divey bar for residence of the Collier area. Easy to walk to and very casual. My staple here is the red beans. Sometimes you just have a craving and while I always wish my portion was bigger (call it sheer greed) I enjoy it. It's not grandma's but it's also not "chainey," as if it came frozen and they unthawed it. It's spicy, they obviously use pepper on this thing! But it's a great little compliment to the buttery French bread. Service is okay. Just young "kids" with good attitudes. So sometimes it takes a while but it's not so bad to wait sometimes, especially when it's so inexpensive. I'll go back again.
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Tom H.
Big Easy is an Excellent Cajun Restaurant. Very reasonable Priced Food and good service. They are true to LA culture and most draft selections are of the Abita Variety. Great Lunch Spot !!!
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Itoro U.
I'm from Louisiana and I tried to get into some affordable and great food. I tried their gator po'boy sandwich and I was impressed. It will NEVER compare to the places back home. However, that's not what I expected. For what it is, where it is and the price point it's great!
(5)
Johnnie S.
Dear Big n Easy Grille, Me and ma climbin buddie are regulars here after we hit up Atl Rox. We always get AMANDA who is a great server, attentive but not annoying. The shrimp pasta is SUPERB. Some of the best pasta I have had in Atlanta. Anthony's food was "the sh!t. fantabulous!"
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DJ V.
Service levels from waitstaff have gone down since first visiting the restaurant. Food is ok but there are better options for this style food out there.
(2)
Joshua H.
I've read some of the negative reviews, but I really like Big Easy Grille. The food is consistently good, the wait staff is friendly and attentive, and their gator isn't overcooked. I'm good!
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Meggan N.
I really like the place even though upon first arrival it didn't seem like the staff wanted to work. The food more than made up for it. I was in the mood for gumbo and thanks to other yelpers, this place has pretty good reviews. The gumbo was fantastic, so good I asked for seconds. But I was disappointed that there weren't anymore beignet, even though I heard another customer order some.
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Roland S.
This is a total locals hangout with legit, basic Louisiana food. I love it. You can't go wrong with the shrimp po'boy, fried or sauteed crab claws, or muff. I'm a huge fan of some of the specials like boiled crawfish on Wednesdays (in season), voodoo wings on weekends, and shrimp & grits for brunch. I wish they had a bigger variety of beers, but they have a solid selection of Abita (Wrought Iron IPA, Purple Haze, Turbo Dog, and always a seasonal). Nothing fancy but great stuff.
(4)
Chase P.
2 words - SHRIMP PO-BOY (ok, that could technically be 2.5 or 3 words, but whatever) Some backstory - I don't particularly like shellfish, much less this far inland. This is mainly because I get a good itch in my throat when eating it. HOWEVER - this place has the best shrimp po-boy I've ever had and I rarely get anything else when I go. I've been to New Orleans and had the real thing - I'd still take this place over those. The bread is nice and fluffy, the shrimp are plump with just enough breading on them, and the veggies are crisp. Pair that with a bag of Zapp's Voodoo chips and a draft Abita beer (or more) and you're in for a good time. The ambiance is straight out of Bourbon Street, too. Once you walk in you feel like you just came off the strip, and although I had to endure a bunch of Saints and LSU gear adorning the walls I'd gladly go back for a party or tailgate. Throw in the colorful and always helpful staff and you got a winning combination. If you haven't been here give it a shot, you'll thank me later.
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Sarah B.
We really enjoyed this cozy Cajun grill with a laid back sports bar feel, and pretty much the best Po' Boys around. Goodies- The service was great, our food came out hot and fresh, and I enjoyed it all! The Shrimp Po' Boy, Alligator Bites, and Cajun Fries were all yummy and full of flavor! Baddies- The "Specialty" drinks were not worth the $7 price tag. The Hurricane was weak and the Bloody Mary had rum in it which we didn't really care for. Overall 4 Stars! Will be back for sure :)
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Street, Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Divey Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Ashley R.
Went here for the Mardi Gras crawl-fish boil. It's loud and fun and a little slice of Naw'lins in Atlanta. The food is okay and the atmosphere is a little better. I really enjoyed the crawl-fish though, it was hot and REALLY spicy. This place was fun for Mardi Gras, crowded and exciting. On a normal day, the menu is small though, not very many choices. I did like the Shrimp Po'boy but I've had better. I wasn't too impressed with the lack of choices. All in all, this place is VERY hit-or-miss. It's worth a shot if you are REALLY wanting some NOLA in your life, but don't aim your hopes too high.
(3)Stephanie M.
Love this place. It's small and gets busy on the weekends but the services is always good. Don't order the burgers but anything else on the menu is great! Parking is tricky. Your best bet is the park in the street and walk across.
(5)American G.
LOVE LOVE The atmosphere! I prefer the Jambalya, Fried Shrimp, Po Boys and creole mayo. And Cajun Fries! Laid back, fun time. Service pretty good, don't be in a rush.
(4)Kat W.
Smells like New Orleans, tastes like home. Good food, fast service, small space
(4)Jen T.
They are getting three stars because they have the following Louisiana beers on tap: Abita PurpleHaze, Andygator, Restoration Ale, and Imperial Stout. Good place to drink. I ordered the shrimp poboy, grilled. Its good, but shrimp are sparse. Not an overstuffed like in Nola...but seafood gets expensive in Atlanta. I get it. The disappointment came with the gumbo. She said they make it with beef broth (I asked about the seafood) and I asked her for a taste. She brought out a bowl of the broth and said, " depending on what you order, seafood or chicken, we add it to this." Oh, god. It was as bad as you'd imagine. Anyone who knows anything about a gumbo knows that has to mix. It was so unflavorful. Major disappoint. Come here to drink though.
(3)Brett H.
Servers could be a bit more attentive. Gator queso and gator bites are really good. Cajun margarita is what really stood out to me. It's a must try.
(3)Jaxon L.
Local dive bar with a New Orleans flair. But don't come here looking for some type of simulated New Orleans "experience". Come here for cheap drinks, interesting neighborhood characters and delicious greasy fried food. Everyone here is fun and friendly.
(5)Amber P.
Love this place. The people are really nice!! Drinks are handmade!! yum My family really enjoyed the gator queso. I also appreciated that the kids grill cheese was on wheat bread with lots of cheddar. Did I mention ABITA ON DRAFT!!!
(5)Cherry L.
im such a FAN FAN FAN! Who knew that this little cajun joint existed! i had the seafood muffaletta and it was so good! the seafood was fresh and the creole mayo added the right amount of moisture and cajun seasoning without making the sandwich too wet or overpowering the seafood. i will definitely be coming back here to try some of their other specials!
(4)Stephanie M.
Big Easy is a small place with a cute patio , I knew walking in this was a jeans and t's kind of place . Inside the decoration is a ball cap collection with signs and beads strewn about . Atmosphere is very relaxed . Shrimp Po Boy - Great , comes with a bag of Zapp's regular or spicy chips . Jambalaya - Unfortunately it had been sitting on heat for far to long and came out mushy . Etouffee - Pretty tasty with shrimp and chunks of peppers and onions . A few shakes of the bartenders favorite hot sauce and it quickly disappeared. For those you who are afraid of spicy food there is no need to worry , you will have to add the spiciness yourself .
(3)Jennifer I.
Authentic NOLA food in a hole-in-the-wall. Their brunch is delicious, and if you wait until 11 (or is it 12?) you can order mimosas and bloody mary's. I recommend the breakfast po boy and anything with andouille sausage. Service is also wonderful; the wait staff is really friendly and, from what I saw with other customers, very patient. Also, they allow dogs on the patio! So, bring your furry friend...I do!
(4)Cherise J.
This place lacks consistency which is largely due to the staff. My family has come in a number of times to see advertised specials that they offered, but didn't have. After experiencing this a few times, we were finally told to call before coming in. This time we did and was told by Ellen what the specials were. When we arrived, Ellen ended up being out server. We ordered the special and guess what? They didn't have it. I was like "huh"? I just called and was told you had the specials we want? Did you run out? She said they didn't have them at ALL. She then asked me who I spoke with on the phone and although I was certain it was her, she lied saying that it wasn't'. It was pretty obvious that it was her I spoke with on the phone. After all, she did take our order for the special, went back to put it in and then came back out later saying they didn't have it. If you didn't have the special to begin with, we would have been told right then and there. I was livid. I drove 20+ miles to this place and would have appreciated her being honest and forthcoming rather than lying to defend her position. This kind of stuff made me think about other occassions where things have gone unnecessarily wrong such as incorrect orders being put in and food not coming out fresh. And if they're super busy, forget it. Something will definitely go wrong. This place use to be one of my favorites, but for the sake of having a pleasant dining experience, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
(1)Jason D.
We had a good experience. Walked in, the place seemed like a great neighborhood joint. Had a cup of gumbo that was good, although low on seafood. I had the fried crawfish, and they were mighty tasty. My wife had a grilled chicken salad she said was mighty tasty. Overall, service was ok, and the vibe was fine. Great little hidden spot.
(3)Peachy J.
This has got to be some of the nastiest food I have ever had. I was extremely disappointed. I've been wanting to check this place out for the longest and I'm a huge fan of "New Orleans Style" cuisine however this food is more like a school cafeteria lady with a creole themed menu. My husband and I ordered the sautéed crab claws, which were floating in this greasy vinegar like sauce, and the voodoo shrimp, which is nothing but shrimp floating in a tangy bbq sauce; not impressed. Then we ordered the Bourbon Salmon with a side of Jambalaya, figuring this has to be decent, boy were we wrong. The Jambalaya was soooo bland, I mean literally tasted like nothing and the Salmon was raw inside and had to be sent back. On top of all this there was one waitress and she was all over the place. Our food was almost cold just waiting on her to bring us silverware. If you are in the area and need a dive bar to grab a drink maybe take the risk but this is not a place for food.
(1)Lee G.
All the staff are great! We've been in there, at least, a hundred times over the years. The food and drink selection are way better than the nearest places next to there. The Cajun food is tasty but the burgers are the hidden gym.
(5)Lynette R.
This spots is okay. Nothing fancy...just your basic dive bar. Seems that there are limited options in Atlanta for Naw'lins food so this is the spot to go to. The place never gets crowded (at least when I go) .The beneighs are so-so but you get what you pay for $3 a pop.
(3)Steve B.
Shout out to my dudette: user-LBoogie L. on the heads up on this place. She was on point with her description of the Big Easy Grille. This place at best is OK. Not impressed by the jambalaya rice that I had. It's a small, . cozy venue. Not a fan of smoke (don't dislike me on that). But does seem like a place to grab drinks on the go while en route to midtown. I figure for a Nawlins spot, there would have been a whole lot of other cajun food on the menu, pretty disappointed about it. It's cool, it is what it is. Grade: C
(3)Conor R.
First time eating Cajun food and wasn't disappointed. I got the oysters to start and since I watch Swamp People religiously, I went with the alligator po' boy for dinner. Both were fresh and didn't disappoint. The place isn't huge, but it definitely has character to it, which is refreshing. Good selection of beers i like (Abita) and friendly service. There are too many Po' Boys to choose just one, so I'll see you Thursday, Big Easy.
(5)Luckie D.
Authentic food although it could use a good dose of some Slap Ya Momma seasoning or at least a little cayenne pepper. The bar is limited but the beer is cold and its rather cozy on the patio
(3)Jamie H.
Man, I love this place! What an addiction. We eat here all the time because we travel to NOLA often and really miss that authentic taste when we come home. This place has the best po' boys hands down, and their lagniappe burger is unreal! Now, if you're used to Cafe D.'s beignets, you will be disappointed in the ones here. They just aren't the same; however, their bread pudding will make you forget all about those fried puffs of sugary awesomeness. Fried shrimp is amazing, oysters on the half shell are a special and when they have them, they are so good; the blackened salmon BLT is great too. If you're looking for a brunch different from many, get here on Sunday from 12-3. They have a great patio when it's nice out and you can bring your dog (awesome!), but it fills up quickly so be prepared to wait if you show up around 12:30. The andouille sausage breakfast po' boy is sooooooo good, but my favorite dish is the bayou benedict with crawfish cakes and tabasco hollandaise-YUM! Really reasonable prices and a great weeknight place to hang out and watch the game. This is our regular place and if you haven't tried it, you're missing out!
(4)Damien B.
I have been passing this place for about six months now and I figured it was time to give it a shot. The building is sandwitched between two other eateries and it makes parking a little crazy at times. Thankfully I got a great spot with no probelm this fine evening. I am not sure what I was expecting the space to be but it is really rather small. Four booths along the one wall, a bar along the other and four tables or so in the middle. No wonder this place can have a wait. There are also a few tables outside that look like they would be nice to have a few beers outside. The place had one open table when we came in and we sat down. The waitress was very nice and did a good job for the whole time we were there checking on us and keeping our drinks full. We both ordered the combo poboys. The old lady had half shrimp and half beef and I had half oyster and half shrimp. The shrimp are prepackaged and I think the oysters might have been also. The last poboy I had was down in New Orleans and it was a nightmare of a thing, I think the cook spilled salt on it maybe. This was not a nightmare at all but it was not what my heart recalls as a great poboy either. I mean the bread was fresh, the lettuce was crisp, it was not over filled but not skimping on the shrimp or oysters but it just came up short to me. I can not put a finger on what it is about this place though that just makes me think I will never go back again outside of a really good coupon or someone was just demanding we go. It is literally across the road from my house and I can not see a reason to go back. The food was ok but not special, the vibe was nothing special. It just fell flat to me.
(2)Christine A.
Big fan of the Big Easy. Great bartenders and tasty fried treats. It's a must!
(4)Russell G.
We decided to try Big Easy Grille after reading favorable reviews here on yelp. Unfortunately this was an entirely underwhelming brunch experience. My girlfriend got the bayou benedict which was mediocre and tasteless. I ordered the shrimp and grits which were likewise very bland. I don't know what "voodoo shrimp" are but maybe it means that someone cast a no-flavor spell on them. We also ordered the beignets and they were hard and unappealing. I mean you can fry up anything and throw powdered sugar on it but that does not make it a beignet. To top it all off, relative to the poor quality of the food it was expensive. I will acknowledge that we had fast service which is why I didn't give it one star. This place is a bar, do not go here to actually eat food.
(2)Jason R.
Excellent boutique creole restaurant on the west side of Atlanta on Collier Road. Great Sunday Brunch! Bloody Mary is $5. Miller High Life is $2. Non-Smoking.
(4)Shawanda M.
went here on a lovely, warm , Sunday afternoon. Never even knew it was here. the staff was nice and friendly and sparked my interested enough to return soon. I didn't have a main entree but we tried lots of different apps. Personally my favorite were the alligator bites. seasonings were great! The drinks on the other hand, could be a bit stronger, but they were 4.50, so I'm not complaining. I'll return soon...i'll return even sooner if the drinks get a bit stronger.
(3)Chinika T.
This spot is a favorite of my husband so I'll be generous and give it three stars instead of the two I really want to give them. On my first visit I tried the red beans and rice as well as the voodoo shrimp. Sadly the red beans were extremely bland and I had to doctor them with the broth from the shrimp. The next time around I opted to try the shrimp po boy which wasn't half bad. I enjoyed that they actually served Zapp's potato chips with the sandwiches. I love NOLA cuisine and unfortunately the two local places (Creole Nouvelle and Redfish Creole) where I had the best creole/cajun food have closed. My search continues.
(3)Bridget J.
This is the best kept secret in Buckhead. The food is awesome just like the Chef. I work nearby and the office has fallen in love with his famous chicken salad. I think he puts special addictive seasoning in it becuz it is gooouud. I usually don't eat spicy food but I have fallen in love with the Voodoo Shrimp. This one dish alone keeps me coming back. You have to use the bread to soop up the leftover sauce. Now that's some good eatin.
(5)jimmy s.
I live over on the side of town and have been a few times. I've had the jambalaya and it was just OK. The po boy's utilize better than average bread and the fried craw fish filling was pretty bomb. Red beans and rice were bland, you gotta add a bunch of hot sauce. Service is OK. They have Dale's on tap, which is a plus to me.
(3)Daniel R.
I got put on to this little dive by ScoutMob and I'm glad I checked it out. They usually have a decent beer or two on tap ranging from Bell's to Abita. Abita being my preference when eating creole or cajun food. I have had the creole and cajun gumbos. Both are good, but I prefer the spiciness and flavor of the cajun gumbo with the sausages and chicken over the milder crawfish based gumbo. The crawfish etouffee is good. It's probably my favorite dish here. I love crawfish and this dish is loaded with it. The roux isn't as dark or as heavy as some places either. It really hits the spot. The crawfish po boy is great too. Lots of fried crawfish and a nice remoulade sauce on a french baguette. Lettuce, Tomato, etc. The place is pretty cheap too. Two can get out for less than $30 with a beer or two.
(4)Laura T.
Had lunch here today for 1st time. Tried the 1/2 shrimp po boy (tasty) with the chicken & sausage gumbo (decent, but could have used more kick). My friend had the muffaletta - think I'll opt for that next time. It was good. We ended with the beignets. Mine wasn't good at all. Very tough & not airy like I expect a beignet to be. I'll def skip those the next time. We will return, tho. The 2 ladies serving the room were nice & also attentive with the drink refills.
(3)Brigitte M.
Nice little hole in the wall place. I had the steak-tip sandwich. Steak was delectable. Also had a side of gumbo which was decent. Ambiance is very casual, service was casual/country/okay. A bit dark and grungy inside. All in all, its decent, probably would not go back, def. would not recommend someone brining a "first date" here, a bit grungy, all in all I guess it is not my "style"..
(3)Annie R.
Went here for a friends birthday there are positives and negatives for sure. I've been to new orleans a lot and I grew up in Charleston, SC so I have a decent understanding of coastal southern/creole cooking. The jambalaya was dry and just not good, plus I swear a piece of chicken in it was raw? Um never ok. I can make a better one myself honestly. The shrimp in the shrimp po-boys were clearly frozen again maybe its from growing up on the coast and what not, but I just couldn't eat more than a bite. This place is essentially a dive bar, with bad parking, and less than mediocre food. The service was awful I ordered a beer never got it, then was charged for it at the end of the meal. The waitress said "whoops oh yeah". Will not return.
(2)Lizzie S.
My second time there...love it.
(4)Bill F.
Great neighborhood nawlins bistro dive bar... shrimp is awesome
(4)Courtney D.
I stumbled upon this little gem last Friday and fell in love. Any place that can successfully pull off a Cajun vibe with New Orleans flare grabs my attention full force...and I am now a huge fan of the Big Easy outside of actual NOLA. Big selection of damn good po-boys, $2 High Life Lights, gumbo that will make you slap yo' momma, and good tunes make for a nice escape. Located next door to Fox and Hounds, it may be overshadowed at times, but don't let this little whole-in-the-wall fool ya - it's packing some serious heat (as in hot and spicy creole goodness)... I enjoyed the fact in they have 0 tolerance for stupid drunks at their bar and will promptly quit serving you if you can no longer speak fluent and coherent English. :-) Paula, the bartender, is awesome and feisty and definitely contributes to a great experience here. Go see Claude and the gang and sit back and relax...you'll feel as if you've floated off to a small bar tucked away on Bourbon St. before too long -- it's such a great atmosphere and ambiance. I'd give them 5 stars, but I'm a die-hard Razorback fan and there was far too much LSU memorabilia in the place for my liking. ;-)
(4)Nancy L.
Atmosphere was fun and vibrant! Service was polite and welcoming. Food portion was minuscule! :( Prices were high considering what was ordered. Gumbo was watery and lacking flavor. Baked potato side was drenched in low melt oil with a Kraft single American cheese on top. (yuck) Caesar salad was poured out of a bag, dressing was on the side from a low quality grocery bottle. Place was deserted for 8PM on a Wednesday. (no wonder) Not worth the time.
(1)Jill P.
Wanted a quick bite on Saturday night after the Thrashers game. Had a ScoutMob so decided to give Big Easy a try and glad we did! Scooted in about 10:30 pm just as the place was emptying (closing was at 11), but we were welcomed with a smile and told to come on in! I had the jambalaya which was delicious and just spicy enough. Nice side slice of Andouille sausage which was also really good. Friend had the seafood gumbo and shrimp po-boy and also really enjoyed it. Took some yummy bread pudding to go. We will be back!
(4)Bill S.
I'd definitely say this place is more a bar than a restaurant, but my wife and I went in here one night for poboys and they were pretty good. We'll be back to try their entrees and form a more firm opinion. Parking is a hassle (aka you have to park right on Collier and risk your life crossing the street) thanks to the ever-packed Fox and Hounds next door.
(3)Eloise K.
Thanks to Scoutmob, we decided to check out Big Easy. There were six of us and showed up without giving the restaurant prior notice. Fortunately, they were pleasantly accommodating. I ordered the salmon BLT along with the shrimp and chicken finger basket (hey, it was half off!). They marinated the salmon and grilled it to PERFECTION. One of my colleagues ordered the craw-fish pie and inhaled it in record speed. Everyone agreed we would be back even without the discount. The food is much better and less expensive than Pappadeaux.
(5)Jennifer J.
Oh, Big Easy Grille why do you disappoint me so? Alas it is true that, to me, it is "Meh. I've experienced better." I've been here twice for lunch with a group from work. The scenery is pretty much like everyone else has already described which is a dive bar. Not that there is anything wrong with a good dive bar but this one just doesn't cut the mustard for me. Seating is very limited, parking is horrible and the food is..well..meh. For my first visit I ordered the fried chicken salad. When it came out I thought it looked pretty good but upon the first couple of bites I knew better. The greens were wilted and most of them were really, really wilted and a few at the bottom were actually to the slimy stage. Darn it! So I picked out the chicken and just ate that. I can't believe I went back but I did; and I ordered the chicken fingers and fries. The chicken fingers weren't bad and you could tell they were hand battered and not just the chunky, gross frozen ones that a lot of places have. However, for what it was I think $8 is a little high. Maybe that's just me but with the $8 entree and the drink plus tip I walked out spending just about $13.00 and I cannot justify spending that much here. Will I go back for a third time? It is not likely. Sorry.
(2)Randy G.
Downgraded to one star due to "compliment" sent to Kit about negative review. I will definitely not return now. *************************************** Did I eat at the same place as some of the previous reviewers? I must not have as poor food and poor service was what I experienced. My conversation with the waiter was something like this: Me: What is the size difference between the half-order and the full order? Waiter: The full order is larger. I guess I would never have figured that out on my own. Thanks! I order the jambalaya. It was so dry it was hard to swallow. The chicken was just ok and sausage was decent. It comes with a Salad and your choice of one side dish. The veggie o'day was very good so that helped. I doubt I will go here again, but if I do I will try a po' boy as they looked good.
(1)Ty A.
I live around the corner from the "Big Easy". They've been around for almost 5 years and have been a great addition to the hood. I'm a big fan of the po' boys. Their bread is fresh. I've heard baked and delivered daily. The bread reminds me of the old "French Quarter" on Peachtree. The Voodoo shrimp rocks the house. I hate to compare but it's somewhat like the BBQ shrimp at "Parish", but better and not twenty bucks. It's nonsmoking and you don't have to pay $5 for a beer (unlike the bar next door, "Fox and Hound"). They have Abita and Dale's on tap. No one has Dale's on tap in Atlanta. It's a non-pretentious kind of place, friendly and good place to grab a great bite at a reasonable price.
(4)Jonathan H.
Great bar/restaurant for cajun/creole food. The alligator bites were spicy/tangy/delicious as well as the crab bisque soup. For the entree, we ate the Jumbalaya and Étouffée. Definitely would recommend this grille to friends to check out!
(5)Erik W.
We really enjoyed our entree of the jambalaya. We weren't particularly crazy about our appetizer of the seafood sampler. They have complimentary valet parking, but I can't understand why. We will definitely be back.
(4)Kristine M.
I'm going to follow in downgrading this place due to the owner's unprofessionalism in "complimenting" Kit in a rude and boorish manner. Not cool, dude. Not cool.
(1)Kim W.
This is one of my favorite bar/restaurants in Atlanta. Laid-back, New Orleans vibe. Friendly bartenders and great food. Try their shrimp po boy, it's awesome. Live blues music on Saturdays. It's also family-friendly and attracts a wide range of people, so you're sure to fit in!
(5)Ryan B.
This place very New Orleans, which is awesome. It's not the cleanest, but the atmosphere is real. The food was good. Shrimp poboy and oyster poboy were both very good. The prices are a little bit higher than they should be for the food, but besides that-this place hits the spot if you you're looking for Cajun food
(4)Valerie S.
This was good Cajun food. I'll definitely be back :)
(4)Charles S.
Another neighborhood place with surprisingly good Cajun style food, good service (although they were a server short) and low prices. Good soup, good salads, good fried stuff including the fried alligator bits on my 'gator po' boy. The four of us went on a warmish Sunday afternoon. After a few minutes we moved to an outside table to get away from the table of eight 30-somethings that had enjoyed too many mimosas. You know the sound your voice makes when you've had one drink too many? Ouch! This is not a drive across town restaurant, but if you're in the neighborhood and looking for a nice place to eat, this is it.
(3)Daniel B.
Big Easy Grille is a Cajun restaurant and bar located on the west side of town. It's a neighborhood hangout. The restaurant has many TVs and carries several sports stations (aside from the main ones like ESPN), so it works well as a sports bar. There's also an outdoor patio. It's a small place, often busy and sometimes crowded. It's located next door to Verde Taqueria, which was the old Fox & Hounds space. Big Easy's parking lot is small and most of times, full. Parking can be a pain during peak times. Other parking spots can be found along Collier. If parking on the street, be careful crossing. Big Easy Grille is named after the city of New Orleans' nickname, "The Big Easy." The business is reminiscent of many of the small bars and restaurants found in NOLA's French Quarter or along Bourbon Street. So I guess you could say it's just another bar, except it's decorated in all things New Orleans and Louisiana such as a fleur-de-lis on the wall (most people recognize it as the Saints logo) and LSU paraphernalia. I've found the Cajun and Creole food here to be pretty good. Some dishes are better than others. They serve just about everything you'd find in southern Louisiana including alligator, catfish, shrimp, crawfish, crab, fried oysters, and andouille sausage. There's gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, etouffee, po-boy sandwiches, and even beignets. The menu is reasonably priced with most entrees each $12 or less. I recommend visiting for their Sunday New Orleans Brunch (Sundays, 12 to 3). The oyster po-boy is delicious. It consists of flash-fried Gulf oysters, creole mayo, shredded lettuce, and sliced tomato inside French bread with a tiny slice of lemon on the side. The baguette is soft and appetizing. What makes this sandwich are the fresh, sometimes plump Gulf oysters and the addicting creole mayo. It's a very good and filling sandwich, one that I recommend. The chicken and sausage gumbo is also very good. The bowl is served near piping hot and is filled with chunks of chicken, andouille sausage, rice, and assorted vegetables. It's tasty, hearty, and satisfying. If you're in the mood for soup, definitely try the gumbo. Lots of flavor. You can get a small cup or a bowl. The jambalaya is OK. Not my favorite, but not bad either. It consists of andouille sausage, chicken, vegetables, and red peppers blended with white rice. It's a little dry and bland compared to the other dishes. I'd probably steer towards a different side like the Cajun fries or etouffee. If you come for brunch, order the alligator omelet. It consists of a two-egg omelet stuffed with alligator sausage, mushroom, and onion. It's topped with shredded cheese. The portion size is generous and the filling is savory. I like to eat the omelet with hot sauce. Hot sauces available at each table include Trappey's Louisiana Hot Sauce (one I used to eat growing up) and the thicker Bayou Pecker Powder. They both go great with eggs. The omelet comes with a piece of plain toast and a side, fresh fruit or cheese grits. I've tried both. The fruit consists of a small bowl of sliced cantaloupe, strawberries, and blueberries. They are indeed fresh, ripe, and sweet. The cheese grits consist of a small bowl of plain grits topped with shredded cheese, the same cheese that is used on top of the omelets. Mix the cheese into the grits while the grits are still hot. It's not bad. Service is good. Food comes out from the kitchen relatively quick and the servers are polite and attentive. Aside from the parking and jambalaya, I think Big Easy Grille is a solid neighborhood joint and a good place to get your Cajun and Creole fix. I give them 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.
(4)Andrea A.
I *so* wanted to like Big Easy Grille. Based on their décor and claim of "New Orleans Style" food, I figured that it would be the perfect place to watch Saints games on a regular basis...until I took the first bite of my gumbo. It didn't taste like any part of New Orleans I've ever been to. It didn't look anything like the version served to Daniel B either, which looks pretty delicious. It was waterier and flavorless, as if they'd tried to stretch the pot to serve a few more people. Maybe they had an off day? I'll never know because I won't return. Great expectations dashed with one bite...very disappointed with this one.
(1)John M.
I went there once with my soul mate and the food was amazing just like the company. I wish she would have given me more time to develop like she did a fine wine. She is totally missing out now as I am now finely tuned and living in uptown NOLA
(5)Leo F.
This is a cute hole in the wall joint with good food, my favorite is the crab claws, I am so going back for these, they are tender and already shelled... super flavorful and easy to eat!
(4)Darren H.
I wasn't a thrilled with this spot as some other people that have written reviews. Very small, kind of run down. More of a dive spot that I'd hang with my buddies if I was in the area, but then again some ladies like the dive places. Wait staff is spot on & attentive to the customers there are quite a few other places in this area and since i'm moving closer to this area who knows this spot might just grow on me.
(3)Eric W.
Food saves the day... Customer service was shaky at first but food saved the day. Order the crawfish basket...
(5)Leanne E.
Low key and unpretentious. This small establishment offers low country boil, Fried shrimp, and beer. Regular folks gathered to watch the game and commiserate.
(3)Sterling D.
Food was great. Prices and portion size are more than fair. My expectations were exceeded and I recommend Big Easy Grille highly to everyone. I ordered catfish & alligator basket and my wife ordered shrimp & catfish basket. Huge shrimp.
(5)Anna A.
My coworker introduced me to the Big Easy Grille today, and I enjoyed my food very much. The prices were decent and the food that I had was delicious. I had the oyster po'boy with cajun fries, a cup of seafood gumbo, and bread pudding for dessert. The oyster po'boy was delicious, although I would recommend asking for extra creole mayo since they do not put enough on the sandwich for my liking. The creole mayo has a wonderful flavor and the oysters are fried nicely. It was a really good sandwich and one of the best po'boys I have had in town. The seafood gumbo was decent. I lived in New Orleans for a minute and was spoiled by some amazing gumbo so I am a little picky. It was full of rice, okra, and had big chunks of crawfish in it. It wasn't bad. I definitely had to add a little hot sauce to mine to give it a nice kick, but overall, I don't have any complaints. The bread pudding was also pretty good. It wasn't the best that I have ever had, but the cream sauce over the top of the bread pudding was super delicious and I would order it again. However, after seeing the beignets, I actually think that they may have been the way to go for dessert. I will try them next time. Overall, this was a nice little spot that I would recommend to anyone looking to have a little taste of New Orleans.
(4)Christina K.
I decided on dinner at the Big Easy Grille when meeting up with a directionally impaired friend (not being mean, just stating a fact she agrees with!) since it was next door to her work place. The restaurant is kinda on a hill next to another restaurant that I think I will have to also try as well since it had a nice patio. There was plenty of parking when I arrived, which was pretty early for dinner as well as plenty of seating. The restaurant is overall on the small side, about 3-4 booths, 7 tables and seating at the bar. The waitress was prompt with refills and order taking, however, I'm not sure that she understood that we were there to catch up after about 7 years of MIA as I felt she kept coming around after the food was served to rush us out. Speaking of food, I opted for the shrimp po-boy and my friend the alligator tail poboy which she said was really good. My shrimp po-boy was filled with large, tender and tasty shrimp, the bread could have been crusted a bit more as well as a bit more of the remoulade sauce, but overall was very tasty. During our dinner, there were at least 2-3 families with young children (toddlers and some that needed high chairs) so despite the smallness and the immense bar, it can definitely accommodate families. I definitely want to try the alligator tail and soups the next time I find myself in this part of town.
(3)Rian A.
Fun little divey bar for residence of the Collier area. Easy to walk to and very casual. My staple here is the red beans. Sometimes you just have a craving and while I always wish my portion was bigger (call it sheer greed) I enjoy it. It's not grandma's but it's also not "chainey," as if it came frozen and they unthawed it. It's spicy, they obviously use pepper on this thing! But it's a great little compliment to the buttery French bread. Service is okay. Just young "kids" with good attitudes. So sometimes it takes a while but it's not so bad to wait sometimes, especially when it's so inexpensive. I'll go back again.
(4)Tom H.
Big Easy is an Excellent Cajun Restaurant. Very reasonable Priced Food and good service. They are true to LA culture and most draft selections are of the Abita Variety. Great Lunch Spot !!!
(5)Itoro U.
I'm from Louisiana and I tried to get into some affordable and great food. I tried their gator po'boy sandwich and I was impressed. It will NEVER compare to the places back home. However, that's not what I expected. For what it is, where it is and the price point it's great!
(5)Johnnie S.
Dear Big n Easy Grille, Me and ma climbin buddie are regulars here after we hit up Atl Rox. We always get AMANDA who is a great server, attentive but not annoying. The shrimp pasta is SUPERB. Some of the best pasta I have had in Atlanta. Anthony's food was "the sh!t. fantabulous!"
(5)DJ V.
Service levels from waitstaff have gone down since first visiting the restaurant. Food is ok but there are better options for this style food out there.
(2)Joshua H.
I've read some of the negative reviews, but I really like Big Easy Grille. The food is consistently good, the wait staff is friendly and attentive, and their gator isn't overcooked. I'm good!
(4)Meggan N.
I really like the place even though upon first arrival it didn't seem like the staff wanted to work. The food more than made up for it. I was in the mood for gumbo and thanks to other yelpers, this place has pretty good reviews. The gumbo was fantastic, so good I asked for seconds. But I was disappointed that there weren't anymore beignet, even though I heard another customer order some.
(4)Roland S.
This is a total locals hangout with legit, basic Louisiana food. I love it. You can't go wrong with the shrimp po'boy, fried or sauteed crab claws, or muff. I'm a huge fan of some of the specials like boiled crawfish on Wednesdays (in season), voodoo wings on weekends, and shrimp & grits for brunch. I wish they had a bigger variety of beers, but they have a solid selection of Abita (Wrought Iron IPA, Purple Haze, Turbo Dog, and always a seasonal). Nothing fancy but great stuff.
(4)Chase P.
2 words - SHRIMP PO-BOY (ok, that could technically be 2.5 or 3 words, but whatever) Some backstory - I don't particularly like shellfish, much less this far inland. This is mainly because I get a good itch in my throat when eating it. HOWEVER - this place has the best shrimp po-boy I've ever had and I rarely get anything else when I go. I've been to New Orleans and had the real thing - I'd still take this place over those. The bread is nice and fluffy, the shrimp are plump with just enough breading on them, and the veggies are crisp. Pair that with a bag of Zapp's Voodoo chips and a draft Abita beer (or more) and you're in for a good time. The ambiance is straight out of Bourbon Street, too. Once you walk in you feel like you just came off the strip, and although I had to endure a bunch of Saints and LSU gear adorning the walls I'd gladly go back for a party or tailgate. Throw in the colorful and always helpful staff and you got a winning combination. If you haven't been here give it a shot, you'll thank me later.
(5)Sarah B.
We really enjoyed this cozy Cajun grill with a laid back sports bar feel, and pretty much the best Po' Boys around. Goodies- The service was great, our food came out hot and fresh, and I enjoyed it all! The Shrimp Po' Boy, Alligator Bites, and Cajun Fries were all yummy and full of flavor! Baddies- The "Specialty" drinks were not worth the $7 price tag. The Hurricane was weak and the Bloody Mary had rum in it which we didn't really care for. Overall 4 Stars! Will be back for sure :)
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