The Bourbon Street Barrel Room
2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44113
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Address :
2393 Professor Ave
Cleveland, OH, 44113 - Phone (216) 298-4400
- Website https://www.bourbonstreetbarrelroom.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 2:3
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Valet, Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Claudia M.
Great place! New Orleans in Cleveland! Ambience, music and delicious Creole cooking! A+! Shioban is an excellent server! Come check it out! Worth the visit!!
(5)Zachary R.
I recently had an unpleasant dining experience at BSBR. The food was great, but my service was not what it should have been. I left a Yelp review expressing my disappointment. I was later contacted by the owner. We talked about what had gone wrong throughout my dining experience. He was apologetic and was genuinely frustrated that it has occurred. I appreciate him reaching out to me and I have decided to give BSBR another chance.
(2)Jeanne S.
Decided to check out this joint after reading some great Yelp reviews and noting a lack of good cajun/creole fare in CLE. Let's start with aesthetics: this place is gorgeous. I felt like I was stepping into a restaurant in the heart NOLA. The front bay window opens to allow al fresco dining (a HUGE bonus with short summer months in OH). They have a large outdoor patio that is spacious, yet cozy. Food: hubby had the etouffee. Large portion, mildly seasoned. Son had the muffaletta w/ pomme frittes. Hearty portions. Kiddo loved it. I had the shrimp and grits. Huge portion, reasonably priced. I wish it had that cajun flair I was craving....spicy, but it was lacking in spicy level and needed salt. Grits were the savior of the dish. I think there were about 4 shrimp total on the plate. Finished the meal with obligatory beignets. These were outstanding. The fresh fruit topping really made them come to life. Drink: excellent variety of beers on tap. Try a flight for $10. Great way to try a variety before committing for fairly cheap. Service: Outstanding. Can't say enough good things about our server, Danny. Attentive and polite, even if slightly green, understood his customers' needs. I would recommend this place without reservatoin. Please just season the food so I get that cajun sensation.
(4)Aries L.
What I ordered: Wyder's Reposado Pear Cider (AH-MAY-ZING) Crispy Oysters and Bistro Sauce (meh-okay) Fleur Debris (Chuck Roast) Po' Boy (nope nope and nope)--side order of fries or hush puppies extra ($2.50, which I think should have came with the po' boy). Just left the place a little after 9:30 p.m. Friday (came in around 8:15ish). Music blasting, thought it was happening...nope, crowd was moderate (not a lot of people). "Hostess" was surrounded by a few other people but still managed to greet me. Found a seat at the bar...don't remember my servers names (guy and girl, but I think the guy was new). Service was okay and my food came out super fast. There was a small moment when I asked my male bartender/server no tomatoes on my po' boy, but got them anyway. But besides that, they were pretty attentive. The vibe was pretty cool and laid back, not quite sure about a second visit though.
(3)Zoe 0.
The atmosphere in this restaurant is fantastic! There is a lot to appreciate aesthetically. The prices are reasonable. I was ultimately a little disappointed with the food. Don't get me wrong, it's definitely tasty, the jambalaya has great spices and the shrimp Creole was good. But it seemed dry and like it was missing something to pull it together and finish it off as a meal. I would almost say it needed it just needs a little butter, something to put some richness and keep it moist. I will definitely go again. It was good and I love the environment.
(3)Frank F.
Unfortunately the restaurant building itself was the best part about this place. The prices were way too high for the quality of food we were served. My friend got a bowl of jambalaya and the rice was over-cooked and cold while my bowl of shrimp creole was both hot and cold. For $13-$16 a plate I feel like we shouldn't have to return our dishes due to them being cold. On top of that the wait was ridiculously long while being offered no real explanation of why we were waiting. Our group of 4 will definitely not be recommending this place to anyone.
(1)Megan K.
I was in the area for business and decided to try out BSBR. It was not really a good decision, unfortunately. I arrived around 10:15 pm on a weeknight. I was the only person in the restaurant. Per their website, they serve the full menu until 11:00 pm and then the late night menu until 2 am. However, they told me I could only order off the late night menu and when I left, they would be closing. Okay... I understand they weren't busy but if it's a chronic issue, then adjust the operating hours. I got a glass of wine, the Big Easy. It was $13 a glass so I was expecting a great wine. I guess because it is the most expensive on the menu, it must not get ordered often. The initial pour was much too oxidized, it had that broken down, not quite port flavor. I asked for a glass from a new bottle and I was obliged. The wine wasn't very good, I'd remove it from the menu, there are much better wines out there. Maybe it's only on the menu because of the name? I ordered a starter of the jambalaya and then the shrimp po boy. I guess this was sort of a blessing because I was going to get the jambalaya off the regular menu. It was good but it's not traditional jambalaya, it's just dirty rice with Andouille. The flavor was fine but I would have liked some more vegetables and maybe more of a kick to it. The po boy...yikes. I would not eat the shrimp here unless you love that chlorine taste. Even with the deep fried breading, it was still overwhelming. It was so bad that I kind of hid some of the shrimp underneath the bread to make it look like I ate more than I did. The tomatoes on the sandwich were mealy and there was barely any lettuce. They also gave me complimentary hush puppies which were good, I guess? Hushpuppies are just fried cornmeal, I'm not sure how it's possible to make it taste any different.
(2)Jennifer R.
There is no where like this in CLE! I admit, I know nothing about cajun/creole food, but I'm pretty sure that the Bourbon Street Barrel Room knows EVERYTHING about it. This place is stunning when you walk in. The copper ceilings are just gorgeous, the lighting great, and the art is pleasing. Our service was great - our waitress was very knowledgable and made great recommendations since I really am not familiar with the cuisine. She made great drink suggestions too based on what we told her we like. Our food came out steaming hot and the portion sizes were perfect. We enjoyed beignets for dessert (enjoyed isn't even the right word - those things were GOOD, like I dream about them still). I have absolutely no complaints about BSBR and I cannot wait to go back.
(5)Sheree M.
Oh my! So good! Went on Friday and got the Mardi Gras pasta... Soooooooo delish! Was not expecting it to be as good as it is - yum! Forgot to take a pic until half way through it : ) Also, the ambiance is quite beautiful and there seems to be a fun bar scene. The second floor overlooking the first floor is an ideal spot for a date.
(4)Ben S.
This restaurant is truly a nod to the food I know from NOLA. The place is pretty large so I have not had to wait either of the two times I have been here. They have a really nice large patio that surrounds the east and south sides of the restaurant. The front of the restaurant also has some stool window seating in front of windows that open up. The inside you can tell was carefully constructed - there are nods to NOLA style and design. The first thing that hits you are the gas lanterns. The ceiling and iron work caught my eye in close succession. The size of the space does take away slightly from it's coziness in my opinion, but the food more than makes up for that. I have to recommend the appetizer sampler as either an appetizer or a meal ($15). If this is your first time here or if you have never tried some of these kinds of foods before I would definitely recommend getting the sampler. The sampler comes with three large bowls of whatever you choose. I find the portions to be large - large enough to split with someone or large enough, depending which choices you make, for a meal. I paired the sampler with a soup on one of my visits and was full! A lot of the food is rice based too which adds to filling you up quickly. Of all the sampler choices I recommend the gumbo and the red beans and rice first and foremost. Next I would recommend the jambalaya and the ratatouille. The greens were also good. Service is fast and friendly. Kitchen service is impressively fast as well. Tip: Try the mint julep drink.
(5)Poppy I.
It was our first time here and we had a friend visiting in from Pittsburg. So we wanted her to see Tremont during the afternoon since the weather was nice out! We love the way it looks on the inside. Great feel and design. The food came out really quick which was great and it was not crowded. For our shared starters we chose the "pomme frittes" which tasted ordinary. I never had "hush puppies" before and they were delicious with an awesome dipping sauce! My fiance ordered the "Oyster on the half Shell" and it was very apatizing and be sure to ask for horse radish because it is a must. My friend Megan ordered the "Shrimp Creole" and I sampled it even though I don't really care for shrimp. The shrimp was tender and perfectly tender with a nice tomatoe sauce over steamed rice. I myself order "Johnny's Famous gumbo" which is a great size to share with a partner. It was not my favorite because the sausage was so small you don't really remember it even being in the gumbo. The rice was hard and very uncooked. So I had to pick it out of my mouth. I am sure if I would go back sadly. The beer list on draft has a great selection though!! Cheers-
(3)A'Lia M.
Attended a birthday dinner and some of the meat eaters enjoyed their food a lot. I on the other wasn't a fan of the vegetarian sides because they seemed to use a lot of vinegar in them. On a better note though, they have a pear ale that is awesome. Also the atmosphere is great and they have a live band.
(3)Cara L.
When your happy hour starts during the lunch hour, it's hard *not* to be a fan. I'd like to get the obvious, previously-stated things out of the way, which are: - It's a gorgeous space. Like... really, really visually pleasing. I loved the dim lighting, accented by what I'm assuming were gas-powered lamps at each booth. Also, the high ceilings with decorative, metal ceiling tiles were gorgeous. - The lunch service was phenomenal. Our waitress was adorable, talkative and knew the menu very well. My lunch date (my Dad) always has questions about wines, which tends to throw some servers off. She handled it like a champ and I appreciated her depth of knowledge of both the food and drink menus. Now on to the other stuff--like food and drinks! My uncle lives in Louisiana--Baton Rouge to be exact. And I've spent a few vacations eating my way through NOLA and all the Cajun/Creole grub I could get my little fangs on. With that being said, I appreciated the authentic options, including muffulettas, po'boys, gumbo, and my personal favorite dish, jambalaya. My dad scarfed down the muffuletta like there was no tomorrow, so I'm assuming he wasn't lying when he told me it was delicious. He also had a cup of the gumbo--same story there for Mr. Clean Plate Club. I tried the lunch portion of the jambalaya. It was served with more of a dry-spice technique, adorned with spicy sausage and pulled hunks of what tasted like smoked chicken. The dish was tasty, just not what I've come to expect from a slightly more tomato-based jambalaya. I will also add that while the dish was spicy, it did not pack heat. A perk for some, but not as much for a heat-hound like me. Overall the dish was just a little dry for me. Price and serving sizes have me a little thrown, since my dad's meal was perfect. The price and portions were spot on. Did I mention they have a happy hour drink menu during lunch? Yes, please. But my dish was not as spot on. For the portion size I felt the $10 price tag was a bit hefty. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu items, especially for dinner and drinks. And I want to add that although I didn't love the jambalaya, to each their own! Don't let my opinion keep you from trying it.
(4)Bob L.
I suppose I should preface this review with a bit of a disclaimer. I've never been to Louisiana. What I know about New Orleans and the French Quarter I've learned from popular culture, the media, movies and from watching way too much Food Network. I'm sure that some of what I've learned is inaccurate stereotyping but I'm also sure that some of it's true. Either way, I guess what I'm trying to say is that in this review I won't be railing against the establishment for not being "authentic" or "true to the culture" because I don't have first-hand experience in these areas. What I do know is what I like and BSBR is a whole lotta that. Yes, the other Yelpers have nailed it. The restaurant is beautiful. As soon as you walk in you're grabbed by what I can only describe as transformative design at its best. From what I hear it took them 15 months to build it out. It really does feel like you've been taken somewhere far from Cleveland. The attention to detail is everywhere - the crystal chandeliers, the wood plank flooring, marble bar top, the wrought iron scrollwork that carries from the outside balcony and its shutter-flanked French doors to the inside, live gaslights on the walls, the pressed tin ceiling tiles - it's truly beautiful. Add to this the way they've created an open-air dining experience inside by elevating a second dining area and bar overlooking the main floor and it's hard not to be impressed. You can tell that a great deal of time, money and love went in to making this a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. We were greeted by the friendly hostess upon arriving and escorted upstairs to our table overlooking the central bar and foyer. Our two-top was perfectly located to give us a view of the entire dining room and just enough out of the way that it felt like we had the entire place to ourselves. Our server was pleasant and very knowledgeable about the menus, both bar and food. Speaking of the bar, this is the real deal. I'm talking mixology here, not simply slinging well drinks. House-made mixers, bitters and simple syrups crafting cocktails befitting a French Quarter neophyte like myself - Hurricanes, Mint Juleps, Vieux Carres, Gator Juice(?) - I get buzzed just typing the names. As a beer guy, though, I was gobsmacked by their 30-tap selection including 5 Abita selections (they are from LA, after all) and several locals like Fat Head's and Platform. If you can't get drunk here you're not trying very hard. Did I mention that I don't really know all that much about Cajun or Creole food? Not to worry. I was in good hands here. Chef Johnny (a la food truck Zydeco Bistro) is a Baton Rouge native and you can taste the love he has for his roots in every bite. The worst part of our experience was having to decide what to order. Frog's legs, shrimp etouffee, jambalaya, alligator piquant, po boys, muffaletta, the list goes on. Everything we ate was delicious. From the addictively good crispy golden hush puppies drizzled with the sweet heat of the house Bistro Sauce to the tender pieces of alligator swimming in the deftly balanced sweet and sour spice of the sauce piquant. We couldn't stop ourselves. The catfish po boy was mouthwatering with just the right amount of crispy breading encasing the tender, white fish. There's something about the slightly muddy flavor of catfish that I love. Next, a side of ratatouille, perfect peasant food in rough-chopped squash, zucchini and tomatoes. I ordered the jambalaya and if this is what Creole food is supposed to taste like, all other renditions I've had in the past were blurry facsimiles. The dirty rice, cooked perfectly, just a bit toothsome, was filled with spices and the Andouille sausage grilled with a slight char. The heat level was perfect and built to a slow, pleasant burn. After all that we still had room for dessert and, of course, we went for the Beignets. A great way to end the dinner. Puffy fried pastries dusted with copious amounts of powdered sugar and served with fresh berries. I don't really know all that much about Cajun versus Creole and I have never set foot on Bourbon Street, but I know when something just feels right. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left with full bellies and Hurricane and beer-induced grins, our experience at BSBR was more just just another night out at a restaurant. It felt like we had somehow managed to wander out of our city and into someone else's where we were guests that they had long been expecting. I don't care all that much about whether or not something is "authentic" or exactly like it is in the city that inspired its creation. What I Do care about is how a place makes me feel and, damn, this do feel good.
(5)Bonnie B.
Very unique drink menu, bringing back some of the oldies but goodies eg Old Fashion, Gin Fizz, etc. One of the best patios in CLE. The atmosphere is very much like Bourbon Street in NO. They have done a ton of aesthetic work to this place to get that Bourbon Street feel. Try the hush puppies and mint Julep. Food prices are reasonable.
(4)Joe M.
Only reason this place is getting 2 stars is that our waitress rocked and the drinks were good. The food.....not so good. Jean leffite is definitely frozen shrimp n catfish, shrimp poboy same fried shrimp as was on my entree, just slapped in a biggie roll. Ordered the jambalaya starter, rice undercooked, tiny portion, like four tablespoons, and one piece of andouille! Tasted like zattarans boxed rice....I've had it, I know! The ambiance is cool but I read some rave, 5 star reviews from yelpers in elite 15 so thought it would be amazing.....think their foodie cards should be revoked! Drinks were good, not much else to rave about.
(2)Ritu D.
I know everyone mentioned this, but I will reiterate - the restaurant is beautiful!! The second floor basically opens up in the middle as a balcony to the first- and in the open area, there are gorgeous chandeliers hanging down. The atmosphere is perfect and it truly takes you back to NOLA. The service is great. I planned a work outing for 12 of my coworkers and myself and still called ahead to confirm that they didn't take reservations. The girl on the phone said they didn't but still asked how many and what time to make sure they had space available. They ended up being pretty empty that night, but the thought to accommodate was still appreciated. Our server was also great- we had people coming and going and different times and he did a good job coming back often to see what he could get for us (which was something new literally every time he came). Through the whole night, only one item was forgotten and when it was brought to his attention, he was extremely apologetic and made sure it was brought out right away. The food and drinks are wonderful! I had the hush puppies (delicious) and the beignets (I think I was anticipating cafe du monde - so was a tad disappointed. However, they were still delicious). Everyone else tried a variety of menu items and everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I ordered the Category 5 hurricane (or a few of them). The difference between category 5 and a regular hurricane is that the category 5 uses local rum, which is 100 proof. You can taste the difference, for sure. I definitely recommend the category 5. They have different "Specialty nights" now on Sundays-Wednesdays, offering different deals each night starting at 4pm. We went on "Mardi Gras Monday" and our drinks and dinner entrees were all 2 dollars off! This was in addition to the happy hour until 7pm that offers drink and appetizer deals! Overall, we had a great time and I can't wait to return. It was pouring the day we went, but I can't wait to check out the patio next time. -- After 5pm, valet is only 6 dollars! They have a kids menu - feel free to bring little ones (we weren't sure since it wasn't online)
(4)Karen R.
Four of us went for lunch yesterday. I have been wanting to get here and finally did. Was a rainy day, but the voodoo gods of New Orleans must have liked us, it got sunny as we stepped out of our car so we were able to sit on the patio. You know what they say about first impressions.....you literally feel like you have walked into New Orleans when you walk into the door. Love the decor and authentic details. Almost made me want to sit inside, but with Cleveland weather, I sit outside every chance I get. Patio was charming as well, but not like the restaurant. We were immediately approached and asked if we were here before. The gumbo sounded good, but we asked server if it was spicy. She offered to bring us each a "shooter" so we could decide for ourselves. Nice touch, Shannon. Two in the party ordered the gumbo, the other two thought it was too spicy for their tender tastebuds. It was spicy, but oh so good. In all, we got a shrimp po boy, crispy oysters, creole shrimp and the fleur debris po boy (chuck roast). They were all very good, and the bistro sauce served with the oysters and shrimp po boy should be bottled and sold. I can't finish my review without saying how great our server, Shannon was. She engaged with us, gave us suggestions, took photos of us when asked and she made our experience that much more fun. BSBR is a great addition to the Tremont neighborhood and wonder why it took me so long to enjoy this trendy, fun place with great eats.
(5)Samantha F.
I'm giving BSBR 3 stars but I'm floating between 2-4. 4 Stars for ambiance. Quite frankly this is a gorgeous space! It reminds me of NOLA and well, as I said, it is GORGEOUS. Music however, lame. I was there on a night without live music, and the canned music was boring and not in the spirit of NOLA. If you're going to have a NOLA-style restaurant, keep the theme going and hook me up with some sweet jazz, or something! 2 Stars for food. The Hush Puppies arrived quickly, but were not crispy on the outside, and were kind of bland. My friend got a salad with fried oysters on it, which looked delicious and she enjoyed it. My shrimp creole was, again, bland, and without life. I felt like I could have done something better at home. And quite frankly, I was hoping for a New Orleans style boil, and nothing like it on the menu. 4 Stars for drinks. The hurricane was not like the one I've had before, but my, oh, my this one will knock you on your feet and was wonderful! I didn't have desert, but I'd be willing to go back to try that and hope for better success than the food. Valet parking the night I went was $6 and you got a "free" car-wash when you picked up your car at the end of the evening. Loads of sea-food on the menu, and not a ton of veg options, so beware if you're Vegan / Veg friendly. Would I recommend BSBR? I can't say that I wouldn't, but I think there are some kinks that need worked out. I'd be willing to give it 1 more shot, but not more.... or, maybe just stick to the drinks.
(3)Cara L.
The restaurant is beautiful when you walk in. The decor works and you truly get a rustic southern feeling as soon as you walk through the door. The restaurant and bars (yes there are 2 bars) are decent sized for being located in Tremont! And yes, there are 2 sets of bathrooms! Wahoo! Their drink lists are extensive their bartenders are quick and polite. I have been here 3 times now. The first time I came with a party of 8 and we were seated upstairs. We had an awesome waitress who really knew the menu and enjoyed talking with customers. She was very quick and with a large party that was unexpected. A brand new restaurant with prompt service? Management is definitely doing something right! Thank You! The nice thing about going to restaurants with a large party is that you get to taste a lot of food that you normally wouldn't order. Our group ordered the Hot Legs, Hush Puppies. multiple versions of the You Pick 3, Andouille Sausage Po Boy, Ratatouille Royal, Cajun Jambalaya, Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee, Mardi Gras Pasta and the Jean Lafitte. A few food notes: The Hush Puppies and Cajun Jambalaya were by far the absolute BEST! I would go back for those 2 items. The Ratatouille Royal was a little bit of a letdown at our table because we thought it lacked flavoring. We also had a problem with the Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee in which the crawfish weren't cooked properly. I hope that this was just a new restaurant flaw. I went for a second time with 14 girls and the food was much better with better seasoning. I am so happy they have worked out the kinks! The third time was a charm. The waiter made great suggestions and stated his favorites when we asked what he recommended. He was quite the jokester and made our experience fun. Definitely try the frog legs to be bold and get the beignets for dessert! Warning! The powdered sugar will get every where! I looked like the messiest diner! Awesome Note: the chef also runs the Zydeco food truck!!
(4)Greg M.
Simply elegant and excellent. Look at the other pictures on Yelp and you'll see what I mean. Come here for dinner to taste what I mean. We came here on a Friday night just before 6:00 expecting a wait. Took longer to give up on street parking and choose valet than it did to get a table. The 2nd floor bar was packed, but many seats were open in the dinning rooms. Ordered the crab cake and hush puppies as apps. Both were delicious and came out quickly. Had the crawfish étouffée and shrimp creole for entrees, both were quick and good. I like my crawfish a bit spicier than served, but with tobasco on the table, no biggie. We ordered the Cajun Bloody Mary and the class 5 hurricane from the bar. I latter got the mint julep. All three were good, with the mint julep bordering on spectacular. Our waitress was very attentive, but had to wait on the bar for drinks. They might want to think about one less server and add a bartender. We had time for dessert, so we tried the beignets and the bourbon bread pudding. The donuts were a bit chewy, but the bread pudding pushed this review from 4 stars to 5. Next to Commanders Palace, it is the best I've ever had!
(5)Sara P.
If I could give Bourbon Street Barrel Room 0 stars, I definitely would. I can't comment on the food because after we were seated on the patio on Saturday evening (and it wasn't busy), we were completely ignored. A couple was seated behind us about 5 minutes after were seated, and less than 10 minutes later, they had drinks and appetizers while no one had even stopped by to get our drink order. There were two servers covering the patio, but apparently neither of them noticed that we still had menus in front of us and no drinks. After about 15-20 minutes of waiting, we just walked out of the restaurant. I highly doubt that anyone even noticed we weren't there since we had never been acknowledged by anyone other than the hostess who sat us. Very disappointing experience and I don't plan to come back. I could understand a wait time if the restaurant had been packed, but that wasn't the case. Inside was practically dead, and there were open tables on the patio with TWO servers working. We were hungry, and going elsewhere proved to be a much better decision.
(1)Chris D.
The food taste amazing. The beer and drink menu definitely perfect for a good "pinky out" time. If your looking for a bar with cheap drinks and good bar food this place is not it. If u wanna really want the Louisiana, French quarter, bourbon street feel. This place is perfect. Great service and good music. I will be revisiting soon.
(4)Adrian B.
Great gumbo and great shrimp creole!
(5)Roxanne O.
Still 3 stars, but...kudos to the manager for reaching out to me after my last review to defend his restaurant/apologize for my experience. I'd definitely go back to give this place another shot.
(3)Ashley B.
Came in for brunch on a sunday with my boyfriend. The food was great! The mimosas were even better! I look forward to trying their dinner options
(4)Brian G.
Having spent a lot of time in Louisiana, I really looked forward to giving this place a try. I lived in LA for three years in my teenage years, so I was very excited to see the Pelican State being represented in NEO. We went on a Saturday evening, kindof early at 6:30. Street parking around the restaurant was crazy. We circled the area for 20 minutes looking for a spot - NOTHING. Fortunately, they have convenient valet parking which was hassle free and friendly. When we were done with our meal, they had our car brought to use within two minutes. Amazing. Do yourself a favor and spring for the $6 valet parking and tip generously. But back to the review... We were seated immediately even though the place was starting to fill up. We had a high table right by the entrance. It was a little drafty on this chilly Cleveland evening, but it did let me see the looks on people's faces as they came in. Every person looked amazed as they walked in by the decor. They have spared no expense to bring the feel of the Big Easy to Cleveland. It is an absolutely gorgeous space. Our server was an absolute doll. She was very attentive and checked in on us often, even though I could tell she was very busy. She spent the time to explain the menu and specials. I started off with a Category 5 Hurricane. Oh. My. God. Yes I looked silly drinking a girly drink, but I don't care, it was SOOOOOO good. We took the server's recommendation and ordered the Hot Rocks as a starter. They are fried shrimp with hot sauce and some kind of tasty white sauce. Very yummy. I could have gone for a couple more plates of these gems. I also got a bowl of Gumbo before my entree. It was only meh unfortunately. It was not very spicy and had an overly earthy taste. I'm not sure if someone burned the Roux or if it was meant to be this way, but I wouldn't order it again. For my entree, I had the Crawfish Etouffee. This was better than the Gumbo, but still not spicy enough. I was disappointed in the size of the crawfish chunks, especially since this was right in the middle of peak crawfish season. They were tiny but tasty and cooked to perfection. I was able to add enough spice from the bottles of hot sauce on the table to satisfy my craving, but this could have used a bit more cayenne. The dish was presented with a boiled whole crawfish on top, see my photo if you are interested. I saved that for last, expecting to end my meal with a taste of a true Louisiana crawfish boil. I pinched the tail and sucked the head - and almost gagged. Its clearly just there for garnish. It had no flavor and must not have been boiled with any spices. But that's my fault - my expectations were too high. I would have been so excited if they had offered a true pile of crawfish as an option as a special during peak season though. For dessert, we opted for the beignets. While they didn't come close to the beingnets at Cafe Du Monde, they were still very tasty and served warm as they should be. They did not last long. You get a generous portion of 4 beignets in an order - the perfect amount for you and your date. I look forward to my next visit to this wonderful establishment.
(4)Morgan M.
Food was amazing! Staff was friendly and attentive. Could not have asked for a better experience!
(5)Xavier P.
Just wow from ambiance to service to great food the only issue I had was being a big guy in a booth not very comfortable but the jambalaya will nock your socks off parking is a little Challenging but a little walk will make you feel better after you over eat
(5)Ashley B.
I was really excited to go here. But, was really disappointed at the end of our night. When we go out, we do drinks and 4 courses. First, the atmosphere is. Meh! You guys are trying to hard. It was way to hot in the restaurant itself, so we were forced to sit out on the patio, where it was even hotter. It was to stuffy. There was to much going on, yet not enough NOLA. The cocktails were alright. Nothing amazing and we ordered a lot! Appetizers, we had the hot legs, gumbo and hush puppies. Those were AMAZING! they came out fast and hot. Everything tasted great! Main meal, we had the Crawfish and the shrimp and grits. The shrimp and grits were delicious! I actually sent the Crawfish back, it was flavorless and bland, not to mention cold. In its place, I ordered a pork Po boy, which was okay. Dessert, we had the best coffee I've had since visiting NOLA last. However, the beignets were trash. They were hard. They tasted like cardboard with powdered sugar on them. We couldn't eat them. The fruit with them was a nice surprise, though. The waiter was awesome! His name was Ryan. He had a really obnoxious table. Even I said something to them. Because apparently there isn't a manager within ear shot. They were loud, like really really loud. When I asked them to please be quite, that this is a restaurant. She basically told me too go fuck myself. I doubt we'll return. It was just a crap experience with mediocre food. I mean, when you spend over $200. You expect a decent meal. We left hungry, because none of us finished our food.
(3)K C.
Authentic gumbo that was delicious. I went with a small group so I tried the Shrimp Creole, Voodoo Mama and ordered the Shrimp Po Boy for myself with the Beignets for dessert. Everything we ordered didn't take very long to come out. The gumbo came out first and although it was quick the flavor certainly wasn't lacking. You can tell a lot of time, energy and thought went into this lovely establishment down to the minute details. It's definitely one of kind and really transports you out of Cleveland as soon as you step inside from the street. The main dining area is flanked by balcony seating that opens up in the middle so you can see down below to the first floor. The copper ceilings and ornate pattern are also pretty cool to stare at. So if you want an all around great creole experience (that also boasts a solid craft beer menu, I had a goblet of Warlock Pumpkin Ale) for food, drink and ambiance this is the place to go. Apologies for my lack of photographic evidence. The food smelled so good that we inhaled it before anyone even thought about snapping photos. I'll get some next time as I will be back in the near future.
(5)Natasha F.
I visited on a night when they randomly lost power for a bit. The staff was amazing calm, professional and even took my number to call me when the power was back on and they were seating again. Once seated, the place was amazing close to a real NOLA experience, staff was friendly and professional. The food was good, could have been a bit spicier, but authentic! The prices are great! Highly recommend.
(5)Misti S.
Being from Louisiana, I had to try this place. We walked in and I was SHOCKED at the decor. I didn't expect there to be a second story balcony ala New Orleans. Loved the gas lamps at each table and the woodwork was beautiful. Drinks: I had a hurricane, it was tasty. Not Pat O'Briens, but still great! Love that Abita beer was served, can't go wrong with a TurboDog! Husband got a crab cake and loved it. I got the gumbo, which was good, but not quite what "I" would call a gumbo. Hubs got Shrimp and Grits which were extremely tasty. Expected the shrimp to be head on and bigger, so that was a bit of a disappointment. I ordered the Cochon De Lait and was VERY happy. Got fries on the side, those were boring and not that great for the additional $2.50 I was charged. Now for the bad part. We ordered beignets. One was raw inside and they were very dense. Not at all the kind of begniets I am used to. I would NOT recommend those. Also, why aren't Banana's Fosters on the menu?!!? Overall I would recommend going to BSBR. It was a fun place to visit and made me feel nostalgic for home. We will return!
(4)Terry M.
First time here. Had a hurricane to start. Catfish and shrimp to start. Finishing with amazing deserts to finish. The service was outstanding and the food exceptionally good our server was excellent and dry knowledgeable. He is an asset to this establishment. Parking is a little tough. We will come back. I believe our employees will love this place. We will be bringing them here soon.
(5)Emily K.
My absolute favorite place to eat on the westside! Gorgeous atmosphere, amazing food, drinks and service. However, some of the changes on the menu are not to my liking. Sad to learn on my trip in yesterday that they have made a few tweaks. Why add ham and chicken to the Mardi Gras pasta? It was perfect the way it was! All and all, still on the top of my list and a great addition to Tremont.
(5)Joe K.
Bourbon Street Barrel Room as an absolutely fantastic establishment - living true to the popular New Orleans phrase 'Laissez les bon temps roulez'. Good times roll, indeed, at this joint. From the outside, you get a good idea of the kind of restaurant this is with old-style gas lamps hanging, that also hang near every downstairs booth as well. Very cool and wonderfully Southern. The ambience here is a big part of the fun, and really makes you feel as if you're in New Orleans - we absolutely loved it. Though it was lunch and we didn't go upstairs, the second floor looks very cool as well. Ordering was a hard time for me as everything, literally everything, sounded crazy delicious. I ended up with the Catfish Po Boy and hush puppies, and my god, were those hushpuppies good. So. Delicious. My catfish sandwich was amazing too, nicely accentuated by a drizzle of bistro sauce as well as some of the chef's homemade hot sauce (a must try). Seriously, so good. My fiancé also loved her dish, the Voodoo Mama, which was a classic (but wonderfully flavorful) red beans, greens, and brown rice dish. Their drink selection is a very nice too, lots of craft beers and cool sounding cocktails - even one named after the coolest X-Men member himself, New Orleans native Gambit. The Ragin' Cajun himself would really dig this joint. We've already decided that this is our new favorite joint in CLE, and we will be back asap. Flavorful food, quick service, good drinks, and amazing ambience can all be found at Bourbon Street Barrel Room.
(5)Phil T.
Ambiance: 4. Doesn't feel as intimate or nostalgic to NO as some are making it out to be, but still impressive two-story open feel. Didn't really notice woodwork/ironwork others are talking about but maybe wasn't paying enough attention. I did notice the music which was quite the throwback playlist, not fitting the vibe. Cost: 2. Portions are relatively small (which isn't a bad thing) versus some competing restaurants in area that stuff you with fries etc. Main dishes in $10-15 range and reasonable appetizer cost, which is on-par or slightly above most casual dining in Tremont. Food Quality: 3. Wide variety of hot sauces which was appreciated. Enjoyed the hot frog legs for an appetizer. Beyond that, the Jambalaya and Ratatouille main dishes we both had were o.k. but a tad on bland side. Based on other reviews out there now would have gotten Creole or Crawfish main dishes. Service: 4. Being a new restaurant place was still working out kinks but good service for the most part. Kitchen a little slow given how empty it was, but maybe that plays into "southern" feel. When to return: Craving for New Orleans-style cuisine. Happy hour. Refreshing change from classic Tremont/Ohio City gastropubs (Nano Brew, Tap House, Southside, etc.).
(3)Nova K.
Excellent service. Prices very reasonable. Food was delicious. I've been to New Orleans and this was as close as you're going to get in Northeast Ohio to the authentic flavors of NOLA! The shrimp and grits were excellent. Our table shared desserts -the Beignets and Bread Pudding. Very tasty!
(4)Kenley O.
Came on a super busy Sat early evening, with tremont events going on. Although jam packed, the place was loud but efficient. When finally seated and ordered food.. Literally came out piping hot within ten minutes. Split the fried oyster Po boy and hush puppies with a friend-- out of this world! Both were so good, we ordered a second round of both. Washed it down with a spicy bloody. Can't WAIT to come back and test out more of the menu. Awesome vibes here-- tremont gold mine!
(5)Jon O.
One of my favorite new restaurants. Very good food (love the po'boys), an amazing beer list and beautiful decor.
(4)James H.
This place is amazing! I can't wait to go back. Shrimp and grits and ratatouille were excellent. I liked everything about this place. The decor, the service and most importantly, the food. We tried the Joy De Vie the Hot Rocks(crispy shrimp with spicy kind of drizzle), Red Beans and the Gumbo, all terrific. I got the Vieux Carre' Poulette(chicken), very moist, great flavor and now I am hooked the ratatouille that came with it. The real star of the show was the Shrimp and Grits, my wife got that, but I "sampled" quite a bit of it and almost pushed her out of the car on I 77 on the way home for her leftovers. Now counting the days till we go back.
(5)Jason V.
BSBR offers a fun and vibrant space with solid beer offerings and a New Orleans-inspired cocktail menu. Unfortunately, the food seemed pretty flat and far from capturing the spirit of Creole and Cajun cuisine. Case in point: I expected the Cajun Jambalaya to really stand out with a mix of spices and some seafood thrown in to give it a diversity of flavor. Instead, ordering a cup of the jambalaya as an appetizer, what I got was a pretty bland concoction with plenty of dirty rice (with a consistency that seemed a bit too thick) and only a few strands of chicken and barely noticeable bits of Andouille sausage. And while on some level I can understand the least common denominator approach of excluding seafood (where people can be allergic or averse to eating shellfish), the resulting dish really lacks any soul. The waiter did offer to add seafood of our choosing, but we didn't realize that all that meant was to provide us with a little cup of small shrimp and (for me) some crawfish (still in their shells) on the side. I would strongly encourage folks to pass on this dish. By no means stellar in its own right, you could probably do better with the jambalaya at the House of Blues. On the slightly brighter side, the beignets were fairly received--you can't go too wrong with hot dough and powdered sugar. I was surprised, though, how flat and lacking in fluffiness BSBR's beignets were. You won't confuse these for Cafe du Monde, and while not exactly the same, you'll get a better experience locally with the doughnut holes at Red the Steakhouse.
(2)Brian P.
OK. That's all I can say about this place. I was in town visiting family and I decided to give this place a try. Service: From the demeanor of the server, I would be surprised if this wasn't his first job waiting tables. Very attentive, yes, but seemed to be flustered throughout the meal. We had asked for suggestions on dry wine, but wasn't able to provide suggestions. I was pleased, though, that they provided samples of the beer and wine until you find the one you like. I ordered a beer, but was later informed they were out. This should have been known at the time of ordering. Overall, service was good, but could be cleaned up a bit. Food: Nothing stands out. I had the Cajun Jambalaya, which was tasty. We also tried the Po Boy, but thought it was too much bun. Shared the hush puppies with the table. Flavors are there, just was cold when it was served. We had the beignets to finish the meal. Nothing special, but it was fried, so I'll have it again. Atmosphere: I can't believe this space actually existed in this area. There is so much potential, but not sure what to change. This may be picky, and I am surprised someone hasn't posted on this subject by now. The booths are too small. Either someone took the wrong measurement, or they were trying to squeeze in a few more seats. I think this place has a lot of potential. It is a great building, in a trendy neighborhood. I am not in the restaurant business, but I'm sure it takes 3-6 months to work out the kinks. I look forward to the next visit.
(3)Clifton H.
They did an amazing job with this space both inside and out. You really feel like you are in New Orleans! The food and drinks that we had were great, the service was as well. Can't wait to try other things here. Lots of creative drinks and the most amazing red velvet cake! Also, surprisingly reasonable prices on both the food and drinks...!
(5)Nicole B.
Service is great and the atmosphere is inviting, but.. The menu leaves much to desire. I tried to BBQ Poboy which was 75% bread with a sliver of pulled pork and a bunch of cabbage. The pulled pork tasted good enough, but the bread was stale and the cabbage seemed out of place and needed more company. For dessert I shared the bread pudding. Presentation was horrible, but it was very delicious. Let me also add that I am NOT a fan of Cajun food(not even sure if this fits into the Cajun category.. But whatever)... But I am not a picky eater. Good is good and bad is bad. I looked over the menu and just settled.. Nothing seemed like a great original idea to me, but I don't find that to be the problem with this place. It just seems like they cut too many corners with the quality of ingredients in the kitchen. Just fix that and I could see this being a new staple in tremont. Great service and atmosphere goes a long way.... But if the food stays the way it is.. I can't see it staying around long.
(3)Diane B.
I'm a big fan of this place , the food is also the same .... Delicious!! If you want to have a dining experience that you can depend on to make a bad day better this is the place .
(5)Grace R.
There's a lot of space this bar and it has some great decor. Two floors, plenty of bar space and an overall nice atmosphere. Has some fried shrimp and they were delicious!!
(5)Matt B.
Pretty cool place. Nicely done. Server Isaac was great. Had the shrimp po' boy. Huge amount of lightly battered and fried shrimp. Could have used some more dressing and toppings as that's where the taste is in the sandy. Hush puppy's were solid. If all the po boys are as big and tasty as mine was this place is gonna do well.
(4)Valerie F.
Love the look of the place inside with the balcony type of seating. Ceiling is awesome. Tons of beers on tap. Didn't eat there so can't comment on the food. Clean bathrooms downstairs. Even one upstairs for those unable to take the stairs.
(3)Anthony P.
pretty solid. had amazingly fast service and the food was pretty good. it was not like life changing good, but it was satisfactorily tasty.
(3)Colin O.
We tried Bourbon for the first time last weekend for my partner's birthday. Tremont was happening that evening because of some kind of beer festival. The restaurant didn't seem too crowded and we were seated on the patio almost immediately. The selection of drinks was large and we both got mixed drinks which arrived quickly and were presented very well. After we ordered food however the service became increasingly slow, apparently due to the amount of activity in the area. When the food did arrive it was very good. Overall I would recommend trying Bourbon but just be aware that the kitchen seems to me to get overwhelmed on a busy night.
(4)Ashley T.
There were some definite highs and a few lows, but overall you can get a tasty meal here. The staff are very attentive, quick, and friendly, though our waitress failed to tell us the specials. We tried the andouille sausage po boy, and as the pick 3, crispy shrimp, greens, and jambalaya. Really really loved the crispy shrimp, battered crispy with what I would expect to be on a hush puppy, with a light creamy sauce. The greens were WAY too vinegary, but were tender and a good portion size. Would love some spice on them as well! Lastly, the jambalaya was tasty, but more like a dirty rice than a typical jambalaya, the sausage and chicken bits were tiny and few/far between. As far as drinks, there were a good number of choices, they were generous on the booze in the House Hurricane, but light on the fruit. My preference is for a bit more sweet, but will not complain about extra booze! For the price, the pick 3 for $15 seemed just a tad small, I was hungry afterwards, but the waitress stopped by too quick to ask about dessert, so by the time I made up my mind (just a few minutes), she had already brought the check! Lastly, I love the atmosphere, though I was afraid of dropping things over the balcony from our table! The music was a weird mix of 90s and 2000s, more of a Bourbon Street theme would have been fun! Overall, I enjoyed the restaurant, and would definitely return, though with different expectations.
(4)Jen V.
Stopped in for Sunday brunch while visiting the area....excellent meal, service & overall fantastic dining experience. Staff is friendly & very welcoming. Probably the best meal I've had in a long time. We had the zydeco steak n eggs, debris po' boy & seafood omlet. We'll definitely stop back again!
(5)Natalie S.
A very beautiful place but I found it to be slightly over priced. $11 for my Po Boy and an additional $2 for fries. I could seeing paying more but all my sandwich had was chicken, lettuce, pickles and a sauce. Drinks were great though and the staff was very attentive. I would recommend going.
(4)Mark G.
Came in first time late Sunday night and requested a recommendation of a must-have; I was not disappointed. My shrimp Po Boy arrived. Lightly crispy shrimp, just the perfect amount of dressing- which reminded me of Bang Bang Shrimp (never a bad thing), and the bread oh so soft yet somehow remained immune to any form of becoming soggy. I was happy. At $11.50 though, this Po Boy might just end up leaving you as a "Po Boy"...Sorry, please excuse the mediocre wordplay...Luckily, I'm not stingy when it comes to food. 5 stars because it was perfect and I had a great drink. Bring it down a few $$$ or throw in some sides and you got me hooked.
(5)Diane T.
Great ambiance. Great service. Good food. Favorite new restaurant.
(5)Lou V.
Love the space. Service was great. Dry jambalaya is in need of a lighter hand for the cumin; so overpowering it's all you can taste. Why change a dish that didn't need it? Go back to the dishes roots, chef. A good tomato base version will bring customers back again and again. The shrimp creole was good, the beignets not up to par. I'll wait for change before returning.
(3)Carrie P.
The place is stunningly beautiful and the food is awesome. Drink menu is fantastic with great cocktails and flights of beer. The red velvet torte is to die for, as are the hush puppies... as soon as we left I was dying to go back.
(5)Rami E.
I paid 17$ for a shrimp creole dish. The dish was a handful or rice with some regular red sauce and about 6 pieces of shrimp. This dish did not come with any sides and was not filling at all. What a total rip off. Portion sizes at this R estuary will not fill a man up im a little guy too only 180 lbs. nice scenery inside though but a rip off I could've easily made the dish my self
(1)Michał B.
I've been to both excellent and really dumpy places by now. I was honestly very impressed with the Barrel Room. Everybody was polite and agreeable from the start. They happily accommodated a birthday cake I brought with me - which they refrigerated and brought out right after dinner, complete with extra plates and forks. The checks were split by default for a large group, which, if you've ever been with a large group, you'll understand how easy it makes your life. The beer list is extensive, the drinks are quality, and the food instantly teleports you way down South. It was busy yet roomy on a Saturday night. The atmosphere is unique for Cleveland; the art on the walls, the architectural details such as gas lamps inside and in make for a cozy, authentic experience. I already can't wait to come back here.
(5)Bryant W.
Back again and every bit as i remembered........GREAT!!!! get some head on shrimp though lol....i like to see the water bugs im eating lol
(5)Kendra P.
The ambience and atmosphere were great. I felt like I was in New Orleans! Two floors of nicely decorated bar and table seating made for a nice spacious feel. The food was good, not great however and for the price I paid I didn't seem to get a lot. I had a chicken dish but only got a few potatoes, some ratatouille and a moderate amount of chicken for 15.50. The cocktails were also very good, but started at $8. It was a little more than I expected. I would probably go back for drinks and appetizers only.
(3)Rachael R.
The ambiance deserves 5 stars, as well as the service we received. They didn't have the purple haze Abita which was strange for a Cajun restaurant. The only thing I didn't care for was the the gumbo, there was barely any meat inside. I ordered gumbo, and it was just OK. I ordered two cups to go as well and I believe I counted one piece of sausage in the two cups. I might give this place another try in the future.
(3)amy d.
Friday night happy hour, althou they don't have one. Bring lot's of money with you. The craft cocktails are fabulous. The staff made me feel very comfortable as I drank and ate alone. The atmosphere and menu is straight out of New Orleans. You have got to see to beleive. Don't worry about finding parking, valet it, $6.00.
(4)Aaron A.
New Orleans in Cleveland. Drinks and food are very accurate to what you would get in New Orleans.
(4)Dominic H.
You can literally watch them not pour u a beer. They are just standing there not going it. Give me my beer!!!
(2)Shannon H.
This restaurant recently opened in Tremont and has a New Orleans Cajun/Creole menu. I highly recommend; the food was delicious, the drinks and service were on point, and the decor is beautiful. It was a fun, relaxing evening and I'll definitely be going back!
(5)Carol J.
Whoever heard of a New Orleans style restaurant without crawfish? Big disappointment! But in general, it is very cool!
(4)Garrett T.
It's a great space. The restaurant opens up to a really nice vibrant two story volume. This place will definitely be kicking on Friday and Saturday nights. My reason for 3 stars, the beignets and fries tasted like they are cooked in the same oil as the fish. My po boy was good, but I expected a more unique/differentiated sandwich. Other than that the food for the rest of our group was good. I was surprised to see that the drink menu didn't have a full bourbon list, as the restaurant has the barrel room descriptor. Good options for vegan and gluten free. I'll come back for drinks and a second try sometime soon, as we did visit one of the first days they were open so I am sure that they are working out the kinks.
(3)Alescia P.
My first time here and I loved it! The food and the atmosphere are great, I can't wait to go back and try their other dishes. I tried the hot legs appetizer and I thought they were great, my first time trying frog legs. The shrimp creole was well done, with lots of flavor.
(5)Joe S.
great atmosphere. professional people waiting on us. loved the creole food. try tremont scoops across the street for the closure of this meal also outstanding ice cream!
(5)Susan H.
A very unplanned visit but I am very happy that we stopped to eat here. Very busy inside but we were seated in 20 minutes which was less than what they quoted us in the beginning. I just love the inside of this place and that they have two large bars!! Our service was not all that great but then it really wasn't horrible. Just didn't ask much of how everything was. But overall the food was amazing and I will be back for sure!!
(5)Jeffrey M.
Excellent food, great servers . Close as you can get to New Orleans. Cool space. Definitely going back.
(5)Kelly O.
Liked this place a lot, felt like you were in New Orleans with the art work and second floor balcony area. The upstairs portion was where we were, and it was a cool atmosphere. We didn't eat here so I can't speak to the food, but the bud light I had aw pretty delicious!
(5)Shannon T.
OVERVIEW: Considering I've done a lot of dining in New Orleans, I can definitely say that the cuisine here is equivalent to, if not better than, the majority of the places I've been. The ambience makes you feel as if you're in a classy place in the French quarter, with gas lamps, balconies, and Fluers de Lis on the walls. DRINKS: The draft beer list is extensive, offering unique selections... don't pass up Abita's, an excellent Louisiana beer that comes in multiple flavors (Pecan was my favorite). And of course you should try an authentic Hurricane, too. FOOD: Many New Orleans favorites to choose from. Hush puppies were THE BEST I've ever had. The jambalaya was also really fantastic and the Crispy Poullet po' boy was tasty. TO SUM IT UP: Attention to detail makes this place stand out. I really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it to others, whether they've been to New Orleans before or this will be their first "trip."
(5)Mike M.
Can you say hush puppies!! Loved them. Being a vegetarian I was surprised to actually have some options available. I suggest the mardi-gras pasta. It was really tasty. I also loved the ambiance. They put some $$ into this renovation. Been there twice and loved both times. We actually were there when they had a cool jazz band trio. Cleveland.....do yourself a favor and enjoy a great night out at this classy place.
(5)Matt S.
Great ambiance. Beautiful decor inside. Really nice set-up with the high ceilings and upstairs bar area. Multiple TV's as well too, and the music they played was perfect! Went for Happy Hour - solid beer selection with a focus on Abita. Not a huge fan of their beer but with $1 of drafts from 3pm - 7pm I went for one. They also have an extensive cocktail menu. Food was very very flavorful! Had the hot rocks (shrimp) and I must say they were the best fried shrimp i've ever had. Light on the coating, flavorful hot sauce and a citrus slaw that blended well. A + there. Paired that with the jambalaya app which was also very flavorful. A great combo between the two of them. Prices are a little high, which explains the 3 stars vs. the 4 stars. I will rate again when coming for dinner as opposed to happy hour, but it is a very solid place that I highly recommend. Good service as well.
(3)Danielle P.
This place rocks. Food is great. Service is great. Atmosphere is great. Order the creme brûlée you won't be sorry.
(5)Pam S.
I felt transported as soon as I walked into this place. The food, the drinks, the ambiance--all spot on! I lived in New Orleans years ago, and I visit as often as I can. This is the next best thing. Great cajun food + phenomenal beer list = crazy good time.
(5)Kathy L.
It has a great ambiance. The decor is really cool. The beer was delicious. I had the "hot rocks" appetizer. It's just fried shrimp with hot sauce drizzled on it. That was tasty. I had the Trenton salad. The salad itself was really wonderful, very bold flavors. I made the mistake of getting fried oysters on it. Dear lord did those fried oysters taste horrible. I can't get the taste out of my mouth. I also tried the beignets. They were tough and really chewy. I wouldnt recommend those.
(3)Kristy L.
Trendy atmosphere! Delicious frog legs! Unfortunately there was a bar tender on staff that needs some proper etiquette ! She greeted me and my friends with rude comments and a scowl on her face. Management did take care of things but she can F' off.
(3)Elaine S.
Drove over an hour for some of the worst food and service ever. Mufaletta was a bad ham and cheese panini. The ham still had some weird plastic attached. Husband could not finish oyster PO boy. Trust me, just go to NOLA!
(1)Fred B.
Very good place to enjoy a meal. Wonderful decor. We sat upstairs overlooking the downstairs dining room and loved the view and noise level. We ate the shrimp and grits, and the jambalaya. Both were very good but the shrimp and grits were rave worthy. Great service from Lauren- attentive and helpful.
(5)Charles M.
I went for dinner a couple weeks ago and was unimpressed. My entrée was rice, beans, and sausage (don't remember the exact name). It wasn't bad, per se, but when ordering rice and beans for 10+ dollars I was expecting some real flavor and a lot of sausage. Instead I got a dish I could have made at home for 2$. For two of us eating and having beers the bill ended up being 60$. Not worth it. Food was corner dive quality but cost did not match. But the beer was cold and the bartender nice. I might go back to meet friends for drinks but would not order food again or volunteer it as a spot to go.
(2)Rebecca M.
Delicious food, great service, beautiful space. We had frog legs, shrimp and grits, crawfish etouffee, the Voodoo Mama, Jean Lafitte and finished with beignets and cafe au lait. Everything was fanastic, although the crawfish was a little on the skimpy side and $9 for two little pair of frog legs is a bit steep. Otherwise, it was a great experience in a really nice space. Think New Orleans, but classic, not tacky.
(5)Kim C.
Hot rocks were fantastic. Our main meal consisted of Po'boy pork sandwich with tasty hush puppies and crawfish étouffée, followed by a perfect bread pudding. The service was very good Will definitely be back!
(5)Bill P.
I honestly have no idea what any of the other reviewers are talking about. I went here with my family and of the 5 of us, not one had a decent meal. Let me start with the pros for the restaurant, since that will be short. The place has a nice ambiance, and the drinks are good. My mom got an Old Fashioned on accident, not realizing what it was and she hated it, so I drank it and I have to say it was made well. She said it was so strong she grew hair on her chest, but it's one of my favorites and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Now let's get to the food, or what little of it we got. My brother's girlfriend paid $13 for a single, solitary crab cake. My brother and her just started dating, so I didn't really want to ask her how her tiny serving was because she was being quiet. For $13 I hope they crushed some valium in there or something, or else she got ripped off. I hope she and my brother make it though, she seems nice. My brother got the small portion of the hot legs. I think he enjoyed his frog leg. That's not a typo, they only gave him one. I understand he got the "small" size, but doesn't 1 seem less like a small, and more like a Baskin Robbins sample size? Don't most frogs come with 4 legs? I know they aren't that hard to catch, I did it in a really tiny creek when I was 8 with nothing more than my hands and a bucket to keep them in. Yet they must be really hard to come by when you have a Great Lake, grown men, and actual fishing equipment to catch them so you need to make your small portion size 1 frog leg. The next 3 meals all suffered from the same problem, so I'll lump them into one section. My dad got a pasta (I think) with shrimp, and grits on the side. I got the voodoo mama or whatever it's called, and my mom got the jambalaya. We all had different meats (shrimp, sausage, and chicken), and we all had very, very little of it. My dad probably only got 7 shrimp for his meal, and they looked like the tiniest shrimp I've ever seen. Picture a shrimp giving birth to a baby shrimp, then shooting the baby with a shrink ray. That's what he got. For mine I had to go on a search mission to find any sausage. The chef blessed me with 5 thin, completely dried out pieces of pork. I debated putting them in my water to rehydrate them a little so they wouldn't be the consistency of beef jerky, but my brother was looking hungry after his frog leg and if I put them anywhere within his arm's reach he would have snatched them for himself. The jambalaya had the exact same problem as the voodoo mama, very very little meat. My mom didn't say if it was bad, she said she forgot how it tasted because she ate all the chicken right away thinking there would be more in there. They did have a crapload of rice in each dish, so thanks for that. Thanks for filling my plate with the cheapest possible food you could find hoping I wouldn't notice(?) the lack of protein in any of our dishes. The red beans on mine were decent (not great), the collared greens were bland, and the rice (all 3 pounds you used to make the plate look like a real dinner) was seasoned ok, actually. If I went here for the rice I would have been pleased, I guess. My dad thought his grits were tasteless. I told him that's how I remember having them from other places, but he said Bahama Breeze does them about a million times better. I don't think that's saying much, I could make food a million times better than what we had, and just last weekend I burned breakfast (I was making cereal). I also once burned my chest with bacon grease, but somehow it was in the shape of Ohio (GO BROWNS!) so that was cool. I was sad when it eventually faded away, I was hoping the grease would permanently mark my body with a nature-made Ohio tattoo. This is getting off topic so I'll digress: Do not get food here at all. Drinks, sure. The extremely tiny portion size of the food you want will disappoint your taste buds and make you wish you were anywhere else eating anything else (except maybe soap. Yeah, their food tastes better than soap by a tiny margin.) So there ya go, I hope somebody takes this into consideration if they're thinking of going here.
(2)Megan W.
Had a great night. Justin was great and we had a blast celebrating my birthday!
(4)Michael G.
Good food. Stick with the apps and po boy's otherwise a ton of rice. Forget the shrimp app, think popcorn shrimp heavily breaded with a Tabasco sauce. I thought they would be more on the lines of the size of your finger or bigger. Nope. Very clean. Did not feel like Tremont. I guess I'm used to a cool hip place that is still a bit of urban. This place could have been in downtown Disney. Very corprate feeling.
(3)Jessica S.
Decided to go some where new to watch the Browns game today, I Have had my eye on this spot since they started re doing the building. The entrance is really nice with lots of windows. The decor is new and colorful with a copper ceiling and a whole second floor! The service was great. No complaints. The craft draft selection was great and the drink list was awesome. We had the frog legs and hot rock shrimp. Both were great! We shared a po boy sandwich with hush puppies, that too was great. Red skin potato was ok, I think the potatoes needed to be boiled a bit longer. Food came out fast. The only reason why I would give this spot five stars is that, I thought the entree selection was pretty much the same dishes and not enough meat selections. Plenty if you are vegan which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The cream brûlée was good too. And with that said, the food is reasonably priced. Will be going back!
(4)D Z.
If you're looking to throw your money at a bunch of underprepared meats, I recommend you take your money to the flats. The cost was higher than the cooks seemed to be. I've had better crab cakes from a gas station vending machine. On the plus side, there was ample seating and the service was great! Here's hoping the 7000% markup on the canned crab goes straight to the waitress. (PS: the po'boy is not the complete worst.)
(1)Bradley M.
Got the shrimp creole, side salad with their creole vinaigrette, beignets (From Cafe du Monde!!!!) for dessert, and a few abitas. Food was delivered to me VERY quickly. It took a good gator sized bite out of my wallet and the portions were ok but could have been bigger, but if you're looking for something that you would get from the French Quarter, this is it.
(4)Kathy B.
Being from New Orleans and needing a little Mardi Gras in my life decided to check out The Bourbon Barrel. So glad I did, I honestly felt like I was in the French Quarter! Extremely friendly hostess, which also reminded me of home. The Hurricanes were great! We had a shrimp appetizer, fried oysters, shrimp and grits, beignets and bread pudding. All were fantastic! The owner has definitely done his research. Our server Peter was excellent! I have been in the industry for over 30 years and I have to say he could not have done a better job! I can't wait to return and I will recommend to all of my friends and coworkers. Thanks for bringing a little bit of my home to Cleveland!
(4)Hamilton B.
Good drinks, authentic atmosphere. Felt like I was in New Orleans. Very inviting. I will definitely return.
(4)Mike M.
The space and atmosphere is great. Unfortunately, the food does not live up to rest of the experience. I ordered shrimp and grits. I was expected a handful of nice sized gulf shrimp. Instead I got a huge amount of what looked like the kind of cocktail shrimp you would expect to buy in the frozen food section of your grocery. The entire bowl (shrimp and grits) was swimming in some kind of oil. I was expecting a tangy red sauce. I also had a bowl of the gumbo. It too was lacking in what you would expect to have in a good gumbo- it was missing andouille sausage, southern ham and it hardly had any chicken in it. I really wanted to like this place but I would not recommend it.
(2)Andrew H.
Perfectly meets that niche of great food that doesn't break the bank. Can have great meal or sit at the bar and have 3 sides and be totally full for $15. It's exactly what Tremont is missing above Treehouse but under Dante.
(5)Kevin M.
Wow! We went here with friends last night for the first time and this is a definite do over. The meal was great authentic Louisiana creole and the drinks were spot on perfect. I particularly enjoyed the Shrimp Creole and everyone raves about the Cucumber Mint Gimlets. The atmosphere felt Bourbon Street and the crowd was having a good time. Our server, Gina was there quickly for drinks and while very attentive she never interfered with our meal.
(5)Katie D.
Fantastic place with excellent food, great service and fun atmosphere. The food was delicious from appetizers to the beignets. The Category 5 hurricane packs a punch, but goes well with everything on the menu. We can't wait to go back!!
(5)Rachael N.
New Orleans food in Cleveland. Interesting. Being rather curious about this new addition to the Cleveland neighborhood, and both being a fan of New Orleans and Cajun food, we went out on a chilly night to try this place. It's a rather large restaurant- we walked in on a Friday night at 7pm and was seated within 15 minutes. Lots of different and interesting drinks on their menu- if you're a microbrew fan, you'll be pretty impressed. Having a good friend in college who was from New Orleans and worked on a shrimp boat and having frequented the city before, I was used to this style of food. I was pretty impressed on how close to New Orleans the menu was- with the crawfish etouffee and po boys to red beans and rice. I went to the standard- the jambalaya. It was good- definitely on the spicier side, but the sausage was good, the rice was good, just overall it was a good dish. He got the andouille sausage po boy- it was also very good- we LOVED the bun. We also ordered a side of hush puppies which had just the right amount of deep fried-ness- also a plus. Now, the prices are definitely not what you would normally see in New Orleans (definitely more pricier), but overall, I thought it was a good meal. I only wish they were open for breakfast (I saw beignets and chicory coffee....oh how that would be so good!!!!)....
(4)Bobby B.
Not really sure of the place. Will I go back, maybe. The atmosphere was awesome. 2 floors, 2 bars. Perfect. Not being able to make a reservation, needs to change. The pricing for the size, a bit too much. The music, weird. Needs to be changed. What did I like most, the hush puppies. The entree, mediocre. I felt like I was eating a bun with some chicken inside of it. Server, she was friendly, but damn, the food took FOREVER. The desert, not so great...at all.
(3)Sara L.
Such a fun vibe! Decorated with beautiful chandeliers and shiney ceiling tiles. Good beer selection which includes Abita, a Louisiana staple. Love the hurricane! Has lots of bar seats, and a bar upstairs. Nice patio that I'm excited to try in the spring. I had a small gumbo for $4.50. They have late night to-go food until 1am, so I am done needing to go to Edison's! Also had a mushroom pasta (yum) and some hot shrimp appetizer (yum yum)! They don't take reservations but my party of 5 was seated fast. Everyone loved their meal.
(5)Gina M.
This is a gem in Cleveland. It's a gorgeous place. The decor is beautiful. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The food is on another level. It is so good and flavorful! I recommend the Jambalaya and Gumbo. The drinks are fantastic! Such a cool place to hang out. Perfect for date night or just a night on the town with friends.
(5)Colin M.
Where Yat C-Town? Authentic New Orleans food cooked to perfection from a Baton Rouge native. Hurricanes on point. Jambalaya is amazing, especially the andouille in it. Make sure to finish off with a beignet ya hurdz meh! Who Dat!
(5)Mike C.
First impression is fantastic. Great decor and atmosphere. Clean and classy bar with a great selection of spirits and beer. My wife had a cucumber martini which was light and fresh. Not usually my type of drink, but it was something that I would order on a summer night. I opted for a couple different choices of bourbon. As for the food, we all stayed with the traditional Louisiana fare. Jambalaya was just okay (I have had much better), but I consider where we were. The spicing was perfect for me, but my wife thought it was a little much. Andouille sausage might be my next choice. Lastly, we ordered desert. Wife had the creme brulee and loved it. I did the chocolate cheesecake and had plenty to share. Recommend for drinks and appetizers. Not bad for the price. Make sure you use the valet parking.
(3)Original S.
A cool joint, good food, strong drinks, and quality atmosphere. Nice addition to Tremont.
(4)Pete J.
Great authentic menu, and the most underrated beer selection in town. Guaranteed they will have a beer on tap that you haven't had before. Every time I'm here, there's something new to throw back.
(5)Sue S.
I went to BSBR this past week for the first time and I'm glad I did. It was a Tuesday and the place had a nice crowd for a typically slow dining night. I have to start with what everyone else has said...the space is gorgeous! We toured the entire building and were quite impressed. The chandeliers and the wrought iron railings are stunning. I'm really looking forward to checking out the patio in the summer...there are heaters by some of the tables where you can just flip the switch to control it yourself. Perfect for me. On to the food and drinks. I tried a couple of different drinks and they were both delicious. The one was a fizz which I loved. A drink with an egg white always makes me smile. We started with the hush puppies which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside like they should be. And wow, the sauce was good. For dinner I had the chicken po-boy which was also excellent. Highly recommend both items. And you must try the chocolate cheesecake. Amazing! All around a great night.
(5)Mary W.
The ambiance of this place was great! The food was yummy and It brought me back to the days of eating in the south. I'll be coming back for sure!
(5)Heather W.
Really cool concept! Glad someone created something like this for Cleveland. The inside is very clean, decorated well, and the staff was amazing and very attentive. I only tried two food items- the crawfish which was pretty good (wasn't too hot and was already out of the shell for me which I was happy) and the pork and bbq Po Boy which was really good (no hot dogs in the Po Boys if you're expecting that). Overall it was good, the Gator Juice drink was good and had great visual appeal too. I'd definitely go back to try more food!!!!
(4)Ian V.
Friday night. Missed an event due to traffic so decided to give bourbon a try. I lived in Nawlins for a few years and am always excited for good Cajun food. Place looks great. Decor is wonderful, especially the gas lamps and the balconies are a nice touch (even if they won't let you stand on there). we had several cocktails all of which were well received. The hurricanes were pretty typical. I went with the sampler of jambalaya red beans and gumbo. The gumbo was outstanding. Very authentic. Red beans were good but jot exceptional. The jambalaya tasted like it came out of a package. Rice was very dry and the andoulie sausage bland. That was disappointing. Then came coffee and beignets. Coffee was good. Beignets.... not so much. It's good fare. Certainly better than other Cleveland options in the Cajun category. Pricing is decent and atmosphere is good. Unfortunately my expectations were set high by. Cleveland.com article the put their food at the same level as l'Albatross. It's not. Worth checking out for what it is though.
(4)Maris M.
Not impressed at all!!!! 27 bucks for 3 drinks that we could not even drink because they were that bad!!!! we are not picky people at all, especially when it comes to drinks. These drinks were terrible. We offered polite feedback that the drinks were not right and the waiter replied with our bill. Dude did not seem to care about our feed back at all. Bogus!
(1)Sarah W.
The food at bourbon street is to die for. I love the seasonally prepared sirloin. I love the fact that it's different every time but always awesome! The drinks are also fantastic.
(5)Tanya Y.
My new favorite restaurant! Everything is so cool from the decors to the drinks to the food to the service. The drinks are amazing. The staff told me that they have ancient secret cocktail recipes from New Orleans. I have spent a lot of time in New Orleans and it's hard to imagine that a restaurant that is not in New Orleans could be so authentic. Can't wait to come back next time I am in Cleveland.
(5)John T.
Tasty Cajun food ... and especially good when served on the nicely appointed outdoor patio.
(4)Pat R.
We have had both dinner and lunch here. It was amazing both times. Must taste the bumped up Bloody Mary! And the Fried Oyster Po Boys are incredible. We loved our lunch server, Danny! The perfect waiter, friendly with out being too much! Recommend this for any occasion!
(5)Tom G.
Being someone who has visited New Orleans, the food was pretty spot-on. The Shrimp Po-Boy was good, Gumbo had the right heat, and Bistro Sauce is addictive. Our server, Jennifer was great and what all servers everywhere should strive to be like. The restaurant is beautiful and the patio is inviting. Went during lunch and happy hour prices were great too! Give it a try.
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