Clint M.
Yelp
I'm a bit surprised at just how far the apple fell from the tree with this location. I'm a huge fan of the original "awning" location in Third Ward, which is commemorated as part of a large mural on the wall of this location. This one isn't quite up to par with that one.
Tucked into the corner of a gas station, and located on the wrong end to be visible from the highway, you either need to know it's there or happen by the sign in order to make a stop here for a meal. It was no surprise that the place was empty while I was there.
The server was nice enough, but the price (with tax) on the register didn't make sense based on the price on the menu board, and I had to make her go back and fix it before charging me.
The ice tea machine was malfunctioning, which she didn't bother saying anything about until after I filled my drink, took a sip, and nearly spat it out. Then I get a late apology that there's something wrong with the mix. Maybe a sign would help?
The chicken strips came out hot and fresh, with a nice breaded seasoning, though the chicken inside was surprisingly dry. I needed every bit of the two barbecue sauces they gave to make it work. I would have needed a third sauce had I not given up and left.
The red beans and rice was more soupy liquid than anything else, and spilled everywhere when I pulled off the lid to the container. I was not pleased, and now I have to go dry clean my work pants because of the mess.
On the whole, I'm not impressed. They need to retool what they're doing here before I'll consider returning.