The Bayou

If you’re craving a little Louisiana soul in the heart of Utah, The Bayou in Salt Lake City delivers with confidence, character, and a whole lot of flavor. This longtime local favorite has been holding court just off State Street for years, quietly proving that good food, good beer, and good conversation transcend geography. Let’s start with the food, because the jambalaya deserves top billing. Rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying, it hits all the right Creole notes smoky sausage, tender meat, a well-seasoned base, and just enough spice to let you know it means business without stealing the show. It’s the kind of dish that warms you up from the inside and makes you slow down between bites, which feels especially fitting in a city where winter likes to linger. The atmosphere is classic Bayou: relaxed, welcoming, and comfortably lived-in. The space feels like a crossroads where locals, travelers, beer enthusiasts, and food lovers all end up sharing tables. There’s history in the walls here The Bayou has been part of Salt Lake City’s dining and craft-beer scene since long before it was trendy, helping shape a culture that appreciates quality, variety, and a little independence. Behind the bar, Krystle is a standout. Her beer knowledge is impressive without ever feeling pretentious. Whether you’re navigating the famously deep beer list or just looking for something new to try, she guides you with ease, insight, and enthusiasm. It’s clear she knows her craft and genuinely enjoys helping guests find exactly what fits their taste. In a place known nationally for its beer selection, that level of expertise matters and it shows. There’s also something uniquely charming about enjoying Creole comfort food in Salt Lake City, a town built on pioneers, perseverance, and community. Much like New Orleans cuisine, the city has a history of people coming together, sharing stories, and building culture around the table. The Bayou fits right into that tradition, even if the nearest swamp is a few states away. In short, The Bayou remains a Salt Lake City institution for a reason. Great food, an exceptional beer program, knowledgeable staff, and a welcoming atmosphere make it a place you’ll want to return to whether for another bowl of jambalaya or your next perfectly chosen pint. Laissez les bons temps rouler, Utah-style.

The Bayou is my go-to place for a good Southern meal in Utah. I ordered the Crispy Ravioli, Alligator Cheesecake, Gumbolaya, and Ravioli. The Gumbolaya is fantastic, with great flavors (not spicy), perfect meat ratio, and incredibly filling. I'd personally order something from the Bayou Favorites section; that's the way to go. The Crispy Ravioli is good, but I wouldn't order it again. It's cheesy and satisfying, but not crave worthy. The Alligator Cheesecake is unique and worth ordering to say you've had it, but again, I wouldn't order again. The ravioli entree is a good option for vegetarians, but there are several vegetarian options here that are more unique and worth the experience. The Cajun Burrito is calling my name for my next visit. Miles, our server, took good care of us on our recent visit. Everyone here is friendly and will crack a joke here and there. I love the vibe here. I've never struggled to get a table, but I have struggled to find parking. If the lot is full, there's usually street parking close. This place is great for dates and work meals, or just to come enjoy some southern classics. The Bayou is one of my favorites, especially having lived in the South, and I'll continue to be a patron here.

In town for a brief cold few days and so happy we ran into the bayou. Food was spot on, don't shy from spicy level 3 if you lean toward spice. And the beer menu top notch!

Local staple and one of the largest beer menus around. Delicious Cajun menu with classics and creations alike. Cosey, welcoming tavern vibes.

The waitress was great. I had the blackened catfish. Not much flavor. Don't know where they got the recipe for gumbolaya, but the sausage was like cut up hot dogs and chicken. More like a Pinto broth with chicken and cut up hot dogs. The appetizers were good

This is a total gem in SLC. Bar/ restaurant for amazing Cajun food!!! They are bringing live music back! The red beans and rice is totally amazing!!! Gumbolaya....is the BOMB!!! Have to be 21 and they typically ID. Good offering of liquor, though I dont drink. Small parking lot or on street parking available. Hesitate posting because we love it so much!!! You gotta try it!!!

we had such a nice date night here! It was Sunday night, so things were a little bit slower and no live music, although I’m sure if there had been, that would’ve put it over the top for the fun factor. We sat down ordered a round of drinks and the fried crawfish appetizer. The crawfish appetizer was good, but I would’ve liked it a little bit crisper. Adding the lemon wedges was a great touch, and the tomato sauce was just spicy enough to add a little interest to the app. They gave us plenty of time to look at the menu and munch on our appetizer. There was no rush. We ordered a sandwich and the shrimp étouffée over the catfish blackened fillet. The entrées were excellent, incredibly flavorful, and huge portions. We couldn’t finish everything even if we wanted to. We did a second round of drinks, a gin and tonic, and a glass of Merlot. The Merlot had good body and was a little light but not as stringent. We also had ordered one of the many beers on top. If you are a beer aficionado, you will love this place. I also got the highball lemonade; it wasn’t my favorite drink in the world, but it tasted very fresh. I wish we had had room for dessert, but clearly we didn’t. We spent a lovely 90 minutes here, lounging and enjoying the atmosphere, the extremely competent and friendly waitress, and the delicious food. For an app, 4 drinks and 2 entrees it was around $100!

Super fun spot with awesome authentic N.O. food. Reasonable prices and a huge beer selection and cocktails. A new favorite I want to bring friends to.

EVERYTHING! Amazing food with gluten free options that are out of this world- gluten free beer option and vegan options as well. Our waitress was brand new (Shaleena) and smashed the service out of the park! We were so surprised at the quality of the food and amazing prices! My sandwich was absolutely filling and the best gluten free sandwich I've ever had! My boyfriend got the pepperoni pizza and my salad was so good, lettuce was fresh and blue cheese was chunky and homemade! The only thing we wished was that the parking wasn't so horrible... it was tough to find a spot and it's one way in and out and really crowded. Other than that 5 stars all the way (and no wait on a busy Friday night!)

Wow! To think that it's been 10 years since I was last here. I hope I don't wait another 10. The Bayou HAS TO BE ON YOUR LIST of places to dine when in SLC. Last time I was here, I mentioned the bread. Well this time, I had a higher appreciation of the bread and no complaints.... the parking though.... is still the parking. Lol On this visit I went full tourist and fat kid. Started with the gumbo and the Da La Louisiane cocktail. The DLL by itself was 5 stars and worth the visit. I was soooooo tempted to have a VC afterwards just based on how good the DLL was, but the DLL was such a perfect supper. The gumbo was great, but the stars of the show was the Cajun Burrito and the catfish filet. Gonna give you a heads up. The portions are HUGE, I could not make it half way through the Burrito but it was great cold the next day. There was great flavor and the etouffe smothering the burrito is really nice. The catfish was perfectly fried, well seasoned and added great texture to the meal. The ambiance for a Friday night makes it both a great bar to socialize or have a great date night. The servers are great and friendly and the "liquid menu" is robust and has a lot of variety. Oh, I forgot to mention the 50/50 fries. Half regular and half sweet potato fries, but 100% good. I highly recommend and once again 5*. The Bayou sits in my Top 3 Cajun/Creole restaurants outside of the LA/MI area. LD

So the girlfriend and I were looking for something different, and we came across this place. First impressions are lasting. As soon as we walked in the door. The hostess was excited that we were joining them for dinner. She immediately provided us with menus as we told her we wanted to sit at the bar. I have to do a better job of getting the names of the people working, as they deserve a shout-out, too. We sat down, and I needed a serious adult beverage, so I got a very stout IPA, and the girlfriend got a Mormon Mule. For dinner, the girlfriend got the Gumbo Laya, and I got the Cajun Burrito. Both dishes were impressive, with that spice/heat only Cajuns can deliver. I certainly want to try some other dishes. So I'll certainly be back. You all should check them out too, and if you do...you know what's next... tell'em Drew sent ya. Y'all be easy now! Drew

This place has potential but it's not quite where it should be for having been open for a while. The space is large and nicely decorated. It seems there was only one server the night we went and he was attending to a larger party for a majority of the time so our service was slow and disjointed. The manager stepped in to help maybe once but was otherwise was just sitting at another table. The server "forgot" to do last call for the kitchen so we weren't able to order dessert, which we wanted. The food was okay. Being from the South and having visited Louisana often, I would not call it authentic. The etouffee was kind of pasty as if the roux wasn't made correctly. Gumbo tasted earthy. The poboy was standard. The chicken piccata was the special and had great flavor, but not necessarily a cajun dish. The drinks were good. They do have a large menu witj a lot of options so maybe other dishes are better. Overall, I wouldn't go back.

We enjoyed our visit to The Bayou overall. The service was good, and the pasta we ordered was really flavorful. The only funny thing was the bread -- they give you one small piece and cut it into four tiny slices, which made us laugh. The music was pretty loud, so it was hard to hold a conversation, but it wasn't a dealbreaker. The only strange part of the night was the lady checking IDs. I asked if she could take a quick picture of me and my siblings, and she said she couldn't because she wasn't 'on the clock,' and her attitude came off very weird. It definitely threw off the vibe a little. Other than that, everything else was good.

This food came out hot and fresh, the flavors hit and the beer selection here is great. My only issue was with the chowder-it was very thin and low on seasoning but honestly overall a delicious meal and the portion sizes were fantastic, can't wait to have the leftovers

This is my husband favorite place and he raved about his jambalaya. The other dishes were okay the po boy buns were very plain. The butter on the ravioli was okay but not super flavorful. The 50/590 fries and sauce were not to be missed but the portion is less than half of the last time I ordered it. We will come back.

Don't get much Cajun food in my town. I had to hit this place up with some friends while at a trade show in downtown. Pleanty of food on the menu. Had some Cajun seafood ball those were on point and the the gumbo. Was a good portion. Must have been the time we were there on a weekday but we were 1 of maybe 4 tables there. We had our waitress all to ourselves. Overall good vibe and good food.

As person that will devour some Cajun food, I am not sure that I've stumbled upon a place that made Gumbolaya the way this restaurant did. Now, I've been to NOLA and even I have a Gumbolaya recipe that will sit some down, but my version is Gumbo/Jambalaya sauce over WHITE rice. Here, it's an actual full cooked Jambalaya topped with Gumbo and it was so good. I added crawfish and shrimp and was in heaven! The serving was huge, and now I want to replicate THIS recipe at home--I can't wait. The hostess and my server were nice, and my meal came out quickly. A little pricey (~$25), but it's downtown (ish) SLC and well, I know they don't have easy access to crawfish and other seafood like we do in the South, so all good. I'd return for sure!

Went around 7:30pm on a Thursday. All the parking spots were occupied. Street parking is 3.5 dollars per hour. The closest streets parking machine did not work, so I had to walk to a farther machine to pay. Good environment and lots of options for drinks. But it's too much to pay for the parking

Enjoy the ambiance of Bayou when we visit. The food was alright, but not very memorable. The service was good - can't complain!

Dang, this place was killer. The burrito was sooooo good. My wife got the gumbolaya and it was really good as well. If anyone is having any reservations about this place, experience it for yourself, it's worth it. Our guests also got some of their drinks and said they were very good so if you're into beers, this place is good for that as well. Don't forget to bring your IDs to get in btw! The ambiance is warm and inviting.

A quick check-in...my special lady friend and I were coming up to SLC to get lunch (at a different spot), and our car battery died down the road from The Bayou. Long story short, I needed to change a $20 and went to a couple of different businesses (including a credit union) in an attempt to accomplish that lofty goal and was turned away. When I dropped into The Bayou, I was greeted by the staff who immediately agreed to change my $20, were incredibly courteous, and wished me well with my minor automotive setback. Now I've eaten at The Bayou many times in the past, and know their food to be authentic, tasty and consistent. But, I just wanted to call them out for something that doesn't get enough attention these days. That is, the role of private establishments as places that are, on occasion, asked to help stranded motorists. Let me just say, there is no obligation to help. Certainly, in this case, at least two other places chose not to help. But, it is frankly no surprise that the folks that did finally do me a solid were the staff at The Bayou. This restaurant has never let me down in the past, and didn't today. Thank you to their kind FOH staff. Highest of recommends.

This place is still one of our go to for dinner night out. They make things that my husband can't/doesn't make at home, which is the perfect recipe for a good night out. Our go to is the blackened Cornish hen. We've been here several times over the past several years and it stays consistent. Not dry, but moist and crisp on the outside from the seasoning and so tasty! I usually order the gumbolaya. Nice balance of heat and flavors. Prices are very good considering quality and likely time put in to making the dishes. They also have an awesome selection of drinks, we love the dirty hoe. If you're there on a Friday or Saturday evening, you might even get some live music.

This place awesome!!!! Just another brick building on the outside but once you enter, WOW! Great atmosphere, food and service! Did I mention that they boast having a beer list of over 400 beers? Visit this place, you won't be disappointed!

I used to go there regularly prior to Covid. I went once shortly after Covid the food wasn't very good, but I figured that was a glitch. I finally went back this week and was sorely disappointed. I had the Cajun chicken sandwich the chicken was so dried out. It was practically impossible to even chew through. cheese on it taste it almost rancid.

Had such a lovely dinner here. The staff makes you feel like family, the food is delicious, and the vibes are high. Give them a try.

Great prices and quality! The best Cajun food in Utah! Also the best pasta I've had in forever!!

Walked across here for a quick bite and drink after a show at The State Room. We didn't try their signature dishes, just ordered apps: sweet potato fries, chips /salsa, and chicken casadilla. The food was good. I feel our waitress was pushy. She cleared our food off before we were finished and without asking. I get it tho, the place was closing down and she was probably eager to get home. But the staff was still there and she had already closed us out and got her tip. Wish she would have asked us if we wanted to box it up. Glad we checked it out. No complaints otherwise, but probably a one and done for me.

Had a great dinner here. We were lucky to be seated right away on a Saturday evening. So many awesome things on the menu, we got three items and all were delicious. Especially the savory cheesecake appetizer with crawfish and the gumbo. Cocktails are completely on point. Service was excellent-excellent. I like the offbeat atmosphere, too!

The Bayou serves delicious Cajun food that will satisfy your tastebuds and soul. The paprika shrimp is out of this world! Everything on the menu is packed with flavor and is served hot. They also have the best ranch I've tasted. They have unique drinks that have a Cajun spin, but they also have drinks with Utah-brewed beers and spirits. The service is fast and laid back. The atmosphere is fun and inviting with live music on certain days. This place is great for dates or large parties!

Great food, friendly service and a great background music (80' alternative: REM, U2, Violent Femmes, New Order).

We've come to this place many times over the years. The gumbo and gumbalaya are really good. I wish they served dif bread w it though, it's thin sliced sourdough, I feel like it needs a roll or thicker sliced bread. We've tried a lot of dif dishes over the yrs and most are done well. The drink selection is extensive and the bartenders do a great job. It's comfortable and a place you can relax w friends over drinks.

This restaurant was so fun! We had some family in town who love NOLA and it was so fun to go to this restaurant with them so they could have some of their favorite dishes. It is not like any other restaurant I'd been to in SLC and I am glad that we can have diverse restaurants. There was live music as well. The food was great and servers were kind.

The food was delicious!!! The staff was very attentive and prompt. I had my dish within 10 minutes. I had the smothered Eu Tuffe topped with fried catfish. Sooo sooo good!

Love coming to this place! I used to come all the time but it's been awhile since I've been here! 21+ ONLY- if you don't have your ID or passport don't expect to get in. For bigger parties they will do reservations ahead of time. They have a really big alcohol selection mostly beers. Their beer election changed a little from what I remember but still a very big selection! Love love love their spinach artichoke dip it is AMAZING! It used to come with like pita bread or chips but now it's like a thicker type of chip. Still delicious! I usually get their bayou pasta- which is like a Cajun fettuccine Alfredo. I used to remember it having more of a kick but this time for me it didn't. Still good but not as good as I remember it! You can add chicken or shrimp to this dish! They have amazing fries that you can mix between sweet potato and regular. They are delicious as well! Service was a little slower this time but it was also busy! Overall they have great service and this is a great spot for a get together with friends if you want delicious food and drinks. Only down side is the parking, they do have some spots in their small parking lot and a few spots next to it. But expect to be parking on the street or around the block.

Not sure if cajun is what i was served... Impressive beer list Nice ambiance Good service

Had a great experience! Great food,drinks and amazing service. We will definitely be back when we visit Salt Lake City.

Catfish was amazing.... But it stops there. The Cajun fettuccine was stuck to the plate and extremely dry. Appeared it was plated beforehand and just nuked to be ready for what a Patton would order. Veggies were bland and just full of water. They placed a packet of butter on the plate which is " diner" style and not what I expected from the reviews that brought me to this place. Fries were definitely not hand cut but frozen and salad was.... Just salad. No onions, tomatoes , carrots, cheese, croutons etc. Give this place a 2 because the catfish was great but portion was small.

I'm visiting SLC, I was surprised to find a creole spot here. I have roots in the south so I'm a harsh critic of cajun/creole restaurants as I've had some of the best in Louisiana. I usually don't expect much, especially in cities like SLC that are not known for southern cuisine. First I absolutely loved the interior, really cheerful and charming, felt like I was in New Orleans. I ordered my food to go, got the Bayou Fish Plate with fried catfish. I was a bit concerned when the side was mixed vegetables, not something I usually see paired with fried catfish. I also ordered a small gumbo and added shrimp. Finally I decided on the bread pudding. The catfish and the gumbo were exactly the same.....just ok, could have been great but neither had enough flavor. I've been to some places where I couldn't even finish the food, that was not the case here. They are so close as everything was prepared right, just a bit bland, which is what I expected in Utah. Still, it was not a horrible meal, however I'm probably not returning before I leave town, but who knows. Now, the bread pudding, that was horrible. It tasted like bread mixed with milk and cooked, not sweet at all, didn't taste any cinnamon, vanilla or nutmeg. I may be a bit biased because I'm used to cajun/creole food in New Orleans. If you haven't been there or don't go often, I can understand how you would think the catfish and gumbo at Bayou are great.

Gumbo here is good! You can get the standard gumbo or add crawfish or shrimp for a little extra. This place also knows how to mix it up, and has jambalaya gumbo (has jambalaya rice in the bowl), or cheesy fries with gumbo. I opted for the standard gumbo and cheesy fries on the side. Flavor was quite bold and overall impressed by how flavorful the rue is this far from Louisiana. The gumbo fillings felt a little more homestyle, and so much of it. There's a lot more on the menu, and that's probably a review for next time. Ample parking, friendly service. Overall chill ambiance.

My husband is from the South and he was so excited for some Cajun food. We were disappointed in the food. The food had no seasoning. I also received a couple hairs in my salad the first time. So that's why I have two pictures of different soups because they remade it. The Gumbo had no Cajun flavoring and tasted burnt. The red pepper soup was good. It needs more salt and pepper. The crawfish was okay but missing spices as well. We probably won't be coming back. The restaurant has a cute vibe and has a huge beer selection. Service was good, but they did not offer an apology for the hair or give us a discount on the meal. Not saying we need it but some hospitality would have helped the situation.

Amazing food, and a great gf selection. Service is occasionally slow but it's worth the wait. Owner is super friendly and all the staff is really knowledgeable about gluten but also just able to help you find something that hits the spot. We frequent them several times a year and love it every single time.

This place has the best jambalaya and fried catfish I've had since I've moved out of the South. In fact, I find myself choosing this place any time I can. The explosion of flavors are one of the best things about eating here. Spices such as cayenne pepper, garlic, and smoked paprika, rice, beans, and mixes of minced onions, peppers, and celery are key to Deep South Cajun and Creole food. They come together to create the savory backdrop for the star of each dish, and set the stage to transport you straight to Louisiana and Mississippi. And the dishes' stars shine brightly! There aren't many places nearby where you can get crawfish (try it- they taste like lobster!), catfish (so mild and juicy!), and alligator or andouille sausage. The flourishes include regional favorites such as pine nuts, okra, black eyed peas, and Tabasco. (Did you know Tabasco has been made in Avery Island, Louisiana since the 1880s?) The atmosphere and service are enthusiastic and conversational. The historic brick industrial-style building with wood floors add to the ambience. Sometimes it gets a little loud during dinner. Go during lunch for smaller crowds and a quieter tone. Also importantly, as this place repeatedly trumpets on its doors, menus, and website- this is a "bar!" Don't call it a "restaurant" or you will make them mad. Apparently, the government doesn't have as strict of regulations on bars? Because of this, the bar is open to the restaurant area. Don't bring the kids. But seriously, don't miss this place. Amazing food.

This #ThankYouThursday I want to update my review and just express how much I love and appreciate everyone at The Bayou for always bringing me a taste of home and making me feel like family. On good days or bad days you all are always on your game and make my day better than when I walked in. I love you guys!

I hate having to do this but what I had was just not tasty. They make it known that this establishment is a bar not a restaurant. Everyone has to show their ID in order to be seated. The Cajun wings had absolutely no flavor. The dry rub wasn't even good. And the roux for the gumbo was burnt. I had chicken skin from the wings or fried chicken in my gumbo. It was mostly sausage. I paid extra for crayfish and shrimp. I got three pieces of shrimp and a few pieces of crayfish fish. I ordered to go. It just tasted like burnt gravy. Maybe other things on the menu is better. But this is definitely a miss.

Dang, I haven't been here in quite some time. This place did not disappoint. The food is so so good. The blackened catfish was fire. The alligator cheese cake was fantastic. Lots of local beer on tap. This place was the jam. Great music playing as well.

Was in Salt Lake to have dinner with some friends and they recommended The Bayou. First time eating there and the meals were solid. I was a bit concerned as the menu was huge but they delivered quality food. They are known for their beer selection with 100's and 100's of beers to choose from. They also have a full bar. Please note that the place is actually a "bar" under Utah's bizarre liquor laws so no one under twenty one is allowed. Parking can be tough as their lot is small. They also share a lot with an ice cream store just south of theirs. Street parking is another option. Now the food. We started with an order of the 50/50 fries - regular and sweet potato. Well cooked and seasoned and delivered hot to the table. I went with the Hoppin John which is a classic southern dish consisting of ham, sausage and 'the trinity' of onion, celery and green bell peppers served over rice and black eyed peas. Well cooked and you get an enormous serving. Ended up being lunch the next day. My wife went with the catfish Po Boy while another friend did the crawfish version. Both were cooked correctly and the bread was excellent. Came with a side salad so you walked away full after eating those dishes. Final dish was their take on Jambalaya. Again, another solid dish. Service was a bit inconsistent but the staff was very friendly. They also had no issues with splitting the check. Four stars as it is a solid restaurant delivering good, not great cajun classics. If you are going there for the beers then it is five stars all the way.

This is a tough review, because, first off, the service really was top notch. Our waitress was so attentive and knowledgeable. She really did a great job. I guess where my 3 stars really comes from is the food itself. While it wasn't horrible (at all), it also wasn't the best Cajun food I've had. In fact, it wasn't close. If I'm just comparing it to what I consider true Cajun food, this lands somewhere in the middle (thus, the 3-star review). Would I go back? Maybe. I also realize that ordering gumbo fries (instead of a bowl of gumbo, or a plate of jambalaya) isn't necessarily true Cajun. So, I'll take the blame for my food choice. But, overall, it was decent. The place has a cool vibe, and as stated above, the service was fantastic.

This was our second time at the Bayou. The first time was fabulous. Our second time was a little underwhelming. There may have been a slight difference in the cooking. Nonetheless, the staff were very attentive and respectful. Don't forget your ID.

Let's get straight to the point. The beer selection is outstanding and the food is certainly good enough to complement. I'd make this a destination for the beer. Period. Enjoy!

Went with a large group for dinner on a weekday and had a good overall experience: large portion sizes and a vast selection of beers, cocktails, and mocktails. Our server seemed a bit annoyed with having to deal with a large table, but we didn't have any special requests, and she got the job done; she was just abrupt. Regarding the food, it wasn't anything spectacular, but it was nice. Side salads were basic, but the actual salads were quite elaborate. If you add shrimp, they certainly do not skimp on the portions!

I had a work trip to Salt Lake recently and my team and I decided to try The Bayou based on reviews. We were not disappointed. The outside looks nondiscript. Just a basic, red brick looking building. There is parking for The Bayou customers on the side, but there isn't a lot of it. The lot also doesn't have an exit around the back side, so you have to pull some Austin Powers-esque maneuvers with your car to go forward and backward to get yourself back to the street (or back out into the downtown street). Inside is completely different than the outside. It looks clean and tight, with a large bartop on the left, booths on the rightx and tables in the back half of the restaurant. My team and I were sat quickly and the waiter was very knowledgeable about the product selection. They serve Coke products, so water for me. Some of my teams had beers and was told they tasted a little watered, but were otherwise fine. We had lots of questions about the menu and the waiter was helpful with answers to help with our selections. I got the Bayou burger and subbed gumbo for the fries. The menu didn't mention that it had cheese (that I recall), but it was easy to scrape the cheese off. It is a garlic burger with aoili that was very tasty. I've never had gumbo before and it was decent. I can't compare it to any other, but I did eat most of it as it was still good. I was interested in the jumbalaya, but I don't like ham. Fortunately, a couple people with me got it so I could try it. It was okay, but I've had better. The taste is strongly of the spanish rice rather than the other flavors it should have. We also got appetizers -- seafood balls, which has a nice seasoning, and the spinach dip, which I didn't try, but my team scraped all of that out of the bowl, so it must have been pretty good. The restaurant plays a lot of blues music, so I could say it is a blues bar that serves cajun food. The unassuming outside may lead you to be skeptical about the restaurant, but it is great on the inside. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the food is pretty darn good. Pricing was reasonable, too. I've never been to Salt Lake City before, but I would definitely eat at The Bayou again if I visit the city again.

The Bayou is a fantastic Cajun restaurant with one of the most expansive beer selections I've come across. I swung by a weekday and place was fairly busy but easy to get seating. They have dozens of beer on draft and a very long list of beers on their website or app that you can get from a can. The bartender was super knowledgeable and helpful. I went with the Cajun burrito for food and it was delightful and hits the spot on a cool night. It's a wet burrito on a layer of thick sauce that's savory and delicious. The burrito is filled with rice and sausages and the sauce has a good amount of little shrimp. The cheesecake here is pretty good as well and glad their strawberry sauce wasn't too sweet. Staff is top tier. Would come back!

I'm liking it. Greeted and sat immediately. The waitstaff is extremely friendly. They offered suggestions, replacements, alternatives. Just great. The menu is creative please take note of the aligátor cheese cake. Also has sausage in it. I'm not that brave. But I bet it's good if you like gator and sausage. And please read the description for gumbolaya. To ensure the full cardiac arrest. LMAO. At least they're honest. Everything was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Fresh. Reasonable prices. The place is tastefully decorated. Who could ask for more?

We met up with a few friends for drinks. The services great, the ambiance was very brewery vibes. We tried the fried balls and they were okay. The artichoke dip was yummy. Of course , I had to try their Hefeweizen on tab and I was not disappointed! I enjoyed the bayou pasta with shrimp. The sauce was saucy and noodles al dente. The Cajun flavor combined with Alfredo sooo great! I think this is a good place to have a a drink catch up with a friend.

You have to go here. The southern food is off the charts crawfish étouffée is on point. The Cajun burrito you have got to have that one of the amazing excellent staff. Excellent choice of beers excellent food

We had fantastic service from Ryann! The beer is always great here and we sampled a variety of Stouts and ales. The crawfish and shrimp dishes including gumbo and etouffee are always fantastic as well.

This is one of our favorite restaurants. Love that we can get such tasty Cajun food in Salt Lake.