Gumbo Ya Ya

Delicious 😋. Friendly service from kitchen and counter staff. You can tell they take pride in their food and that is a rare find these days. Also great portion sizes and reasonably priced. And the samples really help you from making the wrong choice. I had the pazole stew and chicken creole. Great choice. I like spice but not hot spice and this was the perfect level.

I’ve been a Gumbo Ya Ya superfan since my first visit to the original downtown Lexington location. Back in college, I ate there an embarrassing number of times each week 😂. Fast forward seven years — when I was pregnant with my first daughter, it was the only thing I wanted to eat. I must’ve passed that love along, because now at age 4, she proudly asks for “Boo Boo Ya Ya” every time she gets to pick where we eat! ❤️ We’ve even hosted two of her birthday parties here (both at her request!), and my whole family loves it. Our go-tos are the Maque Choux, Jambalaya Ya Ya, and the Hog Wild Chili — every bite is packed with flavor!

We were in the shopping area for a bakery a friend recommended and when we noticed Gumbo Yaya we decided immediately to get something for dinner to take home. When we first walked through the door the amazing smell hits you and you know it's going to be good. The menu had plenty to choose from and the guy who took our order was patient and even helped with recommendations. We both got meals and I got a side of cheese grits, hubby grabbed their bread pudding. We are the food several hours later and it was amazing. The portions were generous and the bread pudding was the best my husband said he'd ever had. We live in Richmond but we think we'll be back a lot. Amazing food is worth the drive. The only thing left for debate is what to try next and how soon will we go back.

Stopped on a whim and it was amazing! Very clean, fast friendly service, and holy cow it was delicious! Even has fountain Ale8, in cherry, regular, diet, and I think orange! Took it back to my hotel room and thoroughly enjoyed.

This place is just perfect. I haven't even been yet today, but my wife and I are planning on coming in later and I'm so excited. It reminded me to write a review. Actually the best food ever, and a reasonable price. Big portions as well! Friendly staff and the dining area is clean with plenty of character. Do yourself a favor and stop by here!

This has been one of my favorite restaurants for years. The food is always flavorful and the service always fast and kind. My favorite rotating dishes are the chicken creole and chicken fricassee, with honorable mentions to the spinach and mushroom and chicken etoufees. All of the standard menu is great as well. Highly recommend!

Dinner at Gumbo Ya Ya was very fulfilling for us! I chose the vegan option of Veggie Pazole Stew on rice. The medley of legumes mixed with corn, plus a tad bit of spice was so hearty. Every meal comes with garlic bread on the side. I asked about the ingredients and the bread is most definitely not vegan! You can choose between a small or large plate as well.

Super friendly and quick service, and the food is always hot and fresh. Never had a less than exceptional meal here. If you’ve never had Cajun and are unsure, that’s okay, because they offer free samples! Definitely stop by if you’re in the Lexington or Nicholasville area.