Taste of New Orleans comes to the ’Burg
Cajun food, zydeco music, Mardi Gras-inspired decorations and Southern hospitality make customers feel like they’re eating on Bourbon Street
Posted on March 20, 2008
If you’re looking for an amiable atmosphere with a New Orleans vibe, Bourbon St. is the place to go for lunch, dinner or a night out. The restaurant is located on South Main St. and occupies the space that was formerly the Indian restaurant Bombay Courtyard. Dressed with the essence of Mardi Gras, the decorations provide a laid-back aura and compliment the Louisiana-Creole-style menu. Chalk graffiti on the brick walls brings a personal touch to the restaurant, which was decorated on a whim by customers and employees.
An extensive menu features entrées such as jambalaya; paella dishes with a spicy kick; po-boy sandwiches with chicken, beef or steak; burgers, salads and a full appetizer menu and bar. There are also wraps, sandwiches and healthy options available along with a lunch buffet. Owner Dave Redmond says Bourbon St. is “a fresh concept in the area, a Cajun twist on American cuisine.”
Each night of the week has a special. Wednesday night is James Madison night where students get 15 percent off all food and drink specials all night and a DJ to get the dance party started. Other specials include margarita Monday with $3 margaritas and Fat Tuesday with $2 drinks. On Fridays and Saturdays there is live entertainment along with varying drink specials. Every day happy hour is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
“Ultimately we’re here to give the customer what they want,” said Redmond about the staff’s desire to please customers. That is exactly what the customers get because of the engaging and friendly staff and a menu suited for a world of different taste buds.
The staff appears to enjoy themselves while serving and making conversation with customers. When asked what the perks of working at Bourbon St. were, Tony Blasioli said, “Cash every night, a laid-back environment, and it is convenient.”
The airplane lights over the bar and stained glass chandeliers add even more flavor to the spiced-up decorations, which revolve around the colors green, purple and yellow in order to create an authentic Mardi Gras atmosphere. Flat-screen TVs add to the entertainment along with the zydeco music playing.
Bourbon St. is a laid-back and affordable place to unwind and dine, grab a drink and perhaps listen to some live music and write on the walls with chalk. The atmosphere and great food ensures that customers will return to Bourbon St.
