Bayou

Amazing New Orleans inspired food. From top to bottom, everything was delicious. Excellent drinks menu. The staff was very friendly and attentive. They hosted us, a group of 12, comfortably. I'm definitely planning to return.

I just moved to Staten Island and was looking for a place that was different. I definitely found it! The food, the service, and the atmosphere were absolutely fantastic. Freddie, our waiter was great! He was right there if we needed him, yet did not hover. I felt like I was on vacation. The choice of music was great. We will definitely be back!

Absolutely delicious. The blackened chicken with cheese stuffed gnocchi was the best meal my husband ever had. Drinks were strong and good. Good sized portions.

It's a neighborhood bar and restaurant, and so we thought we could explore the place for the first time. There's another table with 2 customers like my friend and myself. The interiors were interesting. It's small and comfortable. Pretty even. They have alligator meat on the menu, if I recall it right. We will probably do it the next time we come here. I was happy with the beef meal I had. Service was OK.

Food, service, and atmosphere were all excellent. We ate outside, had the Bourbon Rib appetizers, which fell off the bone. My hubby had the seafood gumbo and I had Frisse Salad. Both were delicious huge portions. We had espresso, banana cheesecake and chocolate mousse for dessert. All scrumptious. Second or third time there. Everything is always on point.

I just wanted to say that today was an amazing experience! I was meeting up with my gf to have brunch for the first time (since I moved to NY) and we were going to an "elephant down the street" however they didn't take walk ins and the environment wasn't welcoming. We called the bayou and luckily for us, they took us in. The manager who greeted us was friendly and shared that we came on the first day of their brunch menu! I must say...Amazing brunch! Ricky, our server was amazing and we loved the food/atmosphere! Can't wait to come back! The gator bites are a must and the sangria was delicious!! I ordered the chicken and waffles with to go for my bf (he said it was okay) however the food we had while it was fresh was stellar! I asked for the manager after our experience but she had already dry left. Again, great spot! The staff was friendly and the restaurant is so cute!!!

Loved the atmosphere . We were greeted by Maureen .It was our first time there and we were not familiar with the menu and she was very helpful with the menu and took her time with us . We are from New Jersey and we absolutely loved it and will be coming back again ! Everything beyond amazing !

I made my first visit to Bayou today and I was real excited to finally try Alligator for the first time! Everything I ordered was absolutely delicious from the Bayou Lemonade to the Avocado Fries to the actual Alligator Burger. The restaurant itself is clean and beautiful and service was really good. It was worth the short trip from Brooklyn and I will definitely be back again!

This was our 2nd time dining at Bayou, the first time was over 5 years ago but the food and service was just as great as then. Our server Fredy was so nice! Personable and warm, excellent service. The decor was very festive only weeks past fat Tuesday. Lots of beads and masks. The food, the food! The cocktail was on point. The appetizer we shared was the crawfish Nachos, delicious and could be shared by 3 people! The entree we both ordered was the seafood jambalaya, it was flavorful with a little kick, there was a lot of seafood. Nice restaurant, great service excellent food.

It's not fair to Bayou that I haven't posted this review years ago!!! The first time we came to the restaurant was back in 2014. The atmosphere, the wait staff and bartenders are all amazing. I haven't been to the restaurant in about two years. I'm totally overdue for their chicken wings. So crunchy and the best blue cheese. I have to come visit asap ! Definitely need a key lime martini

Beautiful place with a New Orleans vibe the minute you walk in. I came to Bayou with my mother in law and ordered their Bloody Mary and a martini for my Mother in law. She had the chicken gumbo and we shared mussels as an appetizer. I ordered the dirty rice and it was so delicious! The service was quick and our waiter (I forgot his name) offered suggestions on what to order. The portions were generous and enough to share for two people. Would love to come again! Great place and definitely reminded me of N'awlins!

Great food. Even better service. Ample portions. Perfectly mixed drinks. Would highly recommend

The food was great. I felt like I was in Louisiana. Wonderful ambiance. The decor was so pretty

Went in the place was empty Extremely rude bartender. Asked us if we had reservations . We said we are traveling . Stopped by to eat .Then we asked where to park our car . He was so rude and arrogant . Said he didn't know that's not his responsibility . We walked out of the restaurant . Hope they hire some decent people .

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Service was so friendly, food was good and very fresh. drinks were strong and goes down smooth a 10. Avocado seafood salad was so good, fried calamari as well. Creme brûlée was good 9/10 Nawlin chicken was alright, kind of dry but i enjoyed the gravy and the mushrooms. Jambalaya was good, my girlfriend loved it. Short rib was a bit dry but the sauce was amazing.

We were a late arrival for dinner... Made reservations a few days out on Opentable yet again. For 6:00 PM on a Thursday. Traffic was a bit of a bear getting here. Called ahead to notify them and thankfully they held our table. Seeing this place from the outside certainly doesn't look like much. One probably could drive right by and not know that it's a Cajun/Creole restaurant. Seeing the portion size on the entrees being served to other customers,just knew we were in trouble. So we got a little creative. Ordered up three appetizers only. Along with a round of drinks. -Mussels New Orleans -Alligator Bites & -Jambalaya Rice Balls All were pretty good. Not to spicy at all. Prices are reasonable. For apps about 15-17 each. Looks like a good place for a weekend brunch. Plus they seem to have live music, but not quite sure what nights. Street parking only. But there is a mini mall right across the street. And we used that lot. Must mention that they don't require masks, but will check your vaccination status. Enjoy

Hidden gem. Definitely a great find. Didn't see the outside alfresco area, I'll save that for later. But the decorations are outstanding. The music is awesome. The service was stellar. The drinks were on point. The Gumbo was delicious. The baked clams were awesome. Definitely going to return !!!

Came here for my bday dinner. Super cozy with that New Orleans decor. Was so happy that it was empty . Made it feel like I had the place to myself. Def a gem in Staten Island bc most restaurants are Italian. Staff was kind and attentive. The food was delish and plentiful. The blue cheese dressing was amazing and I am not a fan of blue cheese but it went perfect with alligator bites. Only thing negative was the drinks which seemed a bit watered down. Def would like to come back and try the remainder of the menu.

Bayou is a unique restaurant, especially considering the surrounding area known for its pizzerias and Italian restaurants. A Cajun themed spot with a back room designed to look like you're sitting on a porch of a big house in Louisiana, the ambiance is fun and lively. Right away, the highlight of the meal was the unlimited drink package. The margaritas were delicious, and unlike many places that have unlimited drink packages, were strong enough to make you feel like you are getting your money's worth. For our entrees, we got a seafood jambalaya along with crab cakes, both of which were great. The only item that I wasn't a huge fan of was the crocodile bites... but I can't hold it against the restaurant just because I apparently don't like crocodile. The dish was otherwise well presented. This is an excellent spot for dinner or even for an event, and can imagine this as a post-work hangout.

I enjoyed the pasta. The guacamole appetizer wasn't anything special. The drinks were nice and strong. The waitress and staff were attentive.

My parents love coming here all the time so they brought me. I've been here 1-2 times over the past 5 years. They are able to make a small space feel spacious and not too crowded. Overall the food was good and the portions were large. Little on the pricier side but a good place to go when you've been wanting to treat yourself on a night out.

What a shame this use to be one of ma favorites... the food was always sooo good the service was always so nice and attentive the bathrooms use to smell amazing and feel like home not anymore ... The service is terrible we were the only table in there for about an hour ... the bartender and waiter was to busy laughing and carrying on behind the bar. the food was just mediocre everything tasted pre made and reheated . The quality isn't there. The deserts are just nasty either toooo sweet not sweet enough or to tart . I really don't know what happened to this place. The bathrooms smelled like a pissy elevator terrible . I brought so family over it was their first time and they said they would never come back.

Been to Bayou and they have the best wings. Have to say been waiting to see our favorite server! Where is Vienna? Nothing like drinks and wings with our favorite server

The food is outstanding I love everything I've tried there and I always try a different dish ! A+

Great service. Food was extremely good and has large portions for the price, My seafood jambalaya would serve two as was the short ribs. Loved the cajun fried calamari appetizer.It had a New Orleans vibe inside and on the patio. Definitely worth another trip.

I have been meaning to try this place for a while now and so glad I finally made it here! Love the coziness of the venue but yet fun and festive New Orleans vibe. Service is warm and attentive and we felt really welcomed. Food was great! Ribs mussels and alligator bites appetizers were delicious but what really blew me away were the crab cakes entree. One of the best I've ever had. Drinks were great as well. Craft cocktails were solid and just the right amount of alcohol. Overall, great experience and will definitely be back.

Great food, good atmosphere, I've never been to New Orleans but my wife that was with me has and she felt like she was in N. Orleans. Gumbo was great !

Can I just start midway because I can't get my main dish out of my head. I want it for breakfast lunch and dinner today and tomorrow. It was a special but should be served every day. Chilean sea bass over spinach and baby tomatoes with zucchini on the side. I wish I had taken a pic but I couldn't put the fork down. The fish was cooked to perfection and crispy on the outside, flaky and tasty on the inside. It was amazing. Thank you to our server for recommending it. We had alligator bites for starters and the other half had gumbo. Oh and unlimited sangria for 90 minutes for $16.00. How can you go wrong. I've always loved Bayou. It's different and I've never had a miss here.

I was looking for something other than the typical Italian restaurant for dinner and Bayou did not disappoint! It's a New Orleans style restaurant nestled in Staten Island that brings the big easy vibe all the way from NOLA. Ambiance is lively with jazz playing in the background and decor is beautiful!. Started off with fried shrimp in a crab bisque that was listed as a special- had to ask my server for more bread because we couldn't leave a drop of it on the bowl it was that good! For main, the Chicken Nawlins was out of this world- so tasty-- and the river boat crab cakes were excellent. Of course if you don't have a hurricane you're doing it wrong so grab one with your meal. Topped off dinner with pecan pie and banana bread dessert. So glad I went here I want to go back already!!!

Food is excellent and the service is great. Best chocolate Martini Ever.. I can not wait to go back. Great Alligator Meatballs mmmmmmm Don't miss it absolutely delicious

I was in the mood for seafood and yelp led me to this restaurant. I love the ambiance. It reminds me of those fancy hidden restaurants in the city. From the moment I entered til I left, Beni made sure my experience was excellent. He was not only pleasant, but attentive. I told him the food I was in the mood for and he listened and suggested entrees. I ended up ordering the black seafood linguine. It looks like it sound. The noodles are black, I believe due to squid ink. The presentation was lovely. I never had black linguine, but it tasted good. When I first sat down, Beni told the other staff to bring out butter and bread, cheese and olives for me to snack on! I would absolutely come back to this restaurant. When you go visit, ask for Beni.

My boyfriend took me here for our anniversary. It was grown, sexy, and different than what I was used to. I really enjoyed the ambiance especially here on Staten Island. Food was 10/10

Officially my new favorite restaurant on the Island!!! This was my second time visiting and I loved it just as much as the first time. The service, drinks, food and atmosphere are ALL 10/10 and I am so happy we were finally able to come back! The portions are HUGE and when I tell you the meat fell apart the second I touched it, you muuuuust try! Let's just say I opened my leftovers as soon as I got home to have a little late night snack because I couldn't get over how good it was!

I was so excited to go inside and when I walked it I felt the NEW Orleans Vibe. I loved the decor and the good jazz music and the intimate seating even when the waiter or waitress comes over with their good spirit and giving history of the place I felt like I walked into New Orleans I have never been but my brother and his friend has and they loved everything about it.....Now the food.......oh my goodness tasty great presentation and this alligator bites wasn't my thing but my brother and his friend loved it and then the lamb they ordered these twice....uuugh amazing and these are appetizers....But the main dish was just as amazing. Soooooo worth it I will be coming back....but bring that good wallet it's worth it though

If you blink, you'll miss this hidden gem on Bay St.! Immediately as I walked in, I took note of the colorful and vibrant layout of the restaurant. Super welcoming and inviting! We had great starting appetizers: Alligator Bites and Crawfish Nachos. They didn't stand a chance against the party of 3. My entree was Byron's Tuna. The fried calamari that came with it was lightly fried, much to my surprise. I can't wait to come back here and try more dishes!

With so many Italian restaurants in Staten Island this is such a wonderful addition ! Having been to New Orleans before this place is legit - food and decor are on point! I especially love their new outdoor space that makes you feel like you are truly in a New Orleans cafe, and not making anyone who cannot sit indoors with all the Ny mandates not feel any less of a dining experience!!! They have a great Pre fixe option too you have to ask about - any appetizer, any entree and any dessert for $50! I love that it wasn't a limited menu. The avocado fries were so well seasoned and the sauce they give to dip was fabulous. I had the Nawlin's chicken, thin chicken breast stuffed with andoullie sausage in the most delicious garlic mushroom sauce. The dessert was a special that night, raspberry donut cheesecake, wowwww

Like it's sister restaurants, Beso and Blue consistently deliver interesting food and great cocktails. Excellent service in a comforting envrioment.

The mussels and mad clams are delish !!!! Seafood jambalaya and shrimp and crawfish etoufee is a must !!! The drinks are great too

I just wanted to say that today was an amazing experience! I was meeting up with my gf to have brunch for the first time (since I moved to NY) and we were going to an "elephant down the street" however they didn't take walk ins and the environment wasn't welcoming. We called the bayou and luckily for us, they took us in. The manager who greeted us was friendly and shared that we came on the first day of their brunch menu! I must say...Amazing brunch! Ricky, our server was amazing and we loved the food/atmosphere! Can't wait to come back! The gator bites are a must and the sangria was delicious!! I ordered the chicken and waffles with to go for my bf (he said it was okay) however the food we had while it was fresh was stellar! I asked for the manager after our experience but she had already dry left. Again, great spot! The staff was friendly and the restaurant is so cute!!!

The ambience was nice. The food was not as tasty as expected. The sweet potato fritters were recommended and I did not think it was tasty, and I love sweet potatoes. The Mac and cheese was very soupy. My spouse enjoyed the Jambalaya.

Food service and staff great for this restaurant . Small and cozy atmosphere . I highly recommend

A hidden gem of SI--literally. The unassuming entrance is located on a bare block in the middle of nowhere in SI. You'd never know there was a busy restaurant behind that dim door if not for Yelp and Google Maps. Once you enter--whoaaaa! Such vibrant spot bustling with energy! We didn't have a reservation but got very lucky that a couple decided to move to a bar and we got their corner table. Suggest making a reservation, especially for a busy time like weekend night. The place is small--doesn't fit more than 40-50 people, so seating will always be tight. The biggest table on the premise seats around 6-8, so this isn't a place for huge group gatherings. The ambiance is a better fit for more intimate conversations and dates. The theme surrounds New Orleans, Mardi Gras, and all warm and fatty things related to American comfort food. Jazz and American Southern classics are playing on air, creating a cozy, lazy, relaxing and cheeky vibe. Mardi Gras beads, masks, décor and memorabilia are donning the surroundings. Fancy chandelier in the center of the room. Very dark, muted lighting, a big bar at the entrance, where you can dine if there are no seats in the main sitting room. Surprising choice of theme for a restaurant in the middle of nowhere in SI, so definitely a great local find that's worth frequenting. The service is great but expect a slow paced experience. The place is bustling with activity, and there's only one waitress coming around, with a few bus boys running back and forth, so relax and enjoy your meal without rush. The waitress is genuine, amiable, and helpful. Attended to us well, bringing us seconds of bread and butter multiple times. Now about the food. My bf and I were starving when we arrived around 8pm on a Saturday, so we devoured everything gratefully and with gusto. You'll be asking for seconds and thirds [like we did] of the complimentary bread and butter. The bread is pippin' hot from the stove--crunchy shell and soft and fluffy insides. I don't eat bread or butter, but I thoroughly pigged out during this visit. The menu includes favorite American comfort classics like seafood jambalaya and chicken gumbo. Not a lot of options--a much more extensive drink menu, but the food that's available is spot on. For appetizers, we got the French onion soup ($7.95) which was hearty and satisfying. Sweet and flavorful. My only wish was that there was something more on top than just a tiny piece of bread with cheese. A cheese crusting on top would've been in order. The crooked chandelier ($13.95) is a quiche with crawfish and a drizzle of shrimp bisque. Small piece of quiche that was divine. My bf was complaining how small the portion was because it was so delicious. The quiche was buttery, fluffy, and light--the most perfect consistency I've ever tasted. The seafood notes and the rich bisque sauce added a great punch of flavor. Could've ate this as an entrée--if they served an entire quiche pie! My bf got ($32) seafood jambalaya, except he's weird, so he asked to substitute rice for pasta. The chefs did not disappoint--the custom creation has hit the spot! A humongous plate of linguine, shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, and sausage that we both shared. The broth was the bomb. My bf's first time trying something like this so he was on seventh heaven, and I have to agree that for a great reason. The flavor was through the roof--so rich and pronounced. Definitely get this! Just prepare to drink tons of water afterwards, as there's tons of salt and spices in all the food that you'll consume here. I got the daily special ($35) of lobster ravioli, which I thoroughly enjoyed despite not being a pasta lover. The portion was on a smaller side, perfect for someone trying to savor and not stuff themselves. The ravioli were orange and heart shaped--probably left over from Valentine's Day. Nonetheless, the dish was perfectly balanced and delicious. Tender, fresh tasting ravioli. A lobster tail and a few lobster chunks floated amid the ravioli stuffed with mozzarella in creamy, white sauce. Calmer, heavier taste as compared to the bold, right in your face flavors of my bf's deconstructed linguini jambalaya. We didn't have space for dessert, which I assume would've been spot on as well. Definitely will be back to try more of the delicious dishes and relax in this cool ambiance. Recommend for anyone in SI!

Came here with my family before the Eric Dallesandro show at St George Theater with ample time... the service was so slow and it wasn't even full house. Took over 20 mins just to get a drink in. We tried ordering refills and they arrived only after the check came and we paid, so one of my guests had to put it in a to go cup and chug it... the food was all frozen tasting and flavorless. I was so disappointed and left hungry after this place but we had to rush to the show. Luckily for the halal guy outside the theater we got to eat something after lol. I been here before but I don't think I'll ever be going back. Plenty of other great spots on the island, not sure what happened to this place, but you would think with restaurants suffering so much they would make sure the quality of food and service is on point.

Was curious about this spot for a while and so glad we tried it! The drinks were strong and nice (plenty of options with whiskey which my husband loves) and the food was tasty and had nice portions. We went around the time of Mardi Gras so the decoration was really cool, in addition to all the nice vintage movie posters. The one reason why I'm giving 4 stars is that the service was a little slow. It took almost an hour to get our food and almost 30 minutes to get our drinks on the table. I understand that maybe they're understaffed, but other than that it was a great experience and I'm sure I will be going back.

This is my absolute favorite local go to spot the drinks always on point the staff is super friendly and makes you feel like family and the food is absolutely delicious and never disappoints and I've been going for years and have not one bad thing to say .

I love going to Bayou. Closest thing to New Orleans as you are going to get in New York. Great atmosphere and service. The food is spot on and the desert menu crushes my diet resolution every time I eat there.

I have been to this restaurant twice. The first time was for dinner during COVID and we ate delicious food and cocktails. The second time was earlier this week for a lunch. The decor is fun and there are many different rooms to accommodate different sized parties. The staff was very accommodating in terms of menu changes, and combination deals. However, there were some other areas in which accommodations may have helped. For example, they do sangria pitchers but could not make a pitcher of margaritas. Also, a friend wanted to do the drink deal but have flavored margaritas, and they could not even add on a separate charge for the flavor. Anyway, eat here even though its a little pricey, but do not do the bottomless drinks. The liquor used in the margaritas and mojitos is cheap and does not taste good. My friend got sick from drinking the margaritas. However, the bottomless drinks does include a red wine and a white wine, and that is probably a safer choice!

Overall great place! The restaurant doesn't look like much from the outside, but the inside is beautiful. The service was friendly and fast (both from the kitchen and the bar). The menu has some very interesting choices like alligator, etc.. which we wanted to try, but they did not have. Nonetheless, the food we did have was all delicious.

Food, drinks , and ambiance all top notch. I've been here a few times and it never disappointed. This last visit we started with the avocado seafood salad for two which was so fresh and delicious. Lamb chops are very good too. And if they have the chocolate banana bread pudding make sure to get it!

It's real good.service is excellent,staff is amicable and professional lov it,and cost is acceptable and food is good

Food was very yummy. Portions are huge!! Our drinks were way too sweet but we were there for an event and it was a fixed menu so it may not have been their best drink selection. Staff was kind. Definitely will be back

Love this place! Great wings for appetizer, I always order the Chicken Nawlins and I love it. Need reservations, place is small so it's best to reserve, but it's worth it! Delicious

Ambience was cool walking in, so we wanted to give it a try. Food was very bland. My mom said the best part of her meal was the salad, unfortunately none of my meal was good. We ordered the black bean burger with sweet potato fries and the shrimp avocado sandwich with a salad. We also tried the baked clams (hard pass, Seppe's pizzeria is nearby and makes them wayyyyy better). Unfortunately we definitely will not be retuning and I wouldn't even recommend trying. Maybe we didn't order the best items on the menu... but the fact that absolutely nothing was seasoned, like not even salt or pepper, was concerning.

Great meal. Had the avocado salad for two and it was fabulous. Had pork with bacon and blue cheese and it was delicious. Portions are big for these days.

We enjoyed mid week prix fixe special. My wife and I had 4 courses . Alll were excellent. Clams and mussels were well prepared . Salad was very well dressed in house vinegarette. Main course of blackened catfish was perfect . Euni had a seafood dish in wine butter sauce that was outstanding. Desert was cream broule and a crepe with marshmallows and fried ice cream- exquisite. Plus unlimited alcohol . We will be back . Especially for about $30 a person .

My favorite restaurant on the island. Been coming here since it opened which is a really long time ago. Still come regularly and the food is always on point. The drinks are really good and strong too. I love all their dishes and the crème brûlée is my favorite dessert.