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Bayou

Cuisine: Cajun/Creole.

* * ½     49 votes

1530 N 2nd St
Harrisburg, PA 17101

(717) 236-1122

www.bayouonsecond.com

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    13 Reviews to “Bayou”

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    cogitobsw Says:

    I’m done with Bayou, and I mean it this time.

    Nothing has changed (except ownership, apparently) since I wrote my first review of this place. It just plain sucks. The crab cakes were dry and the bread was hard. Does anyone in this place actually taste the food that’s prepared? The corn that came with the crab cake was incredibly over salted, and had a very rich sauce that would have been better on the crab cake, than on the corn.

    And one of the “chefs” made an appearance at the table of the person I think may have been the new owner. Regardless, the “chef” was dressed in nasty greasy shorts that were hanging low in the back. If you’re not going to look the part (or at least look clean) then stay in the back of the house.

    12
    Nick Says:

    We decided to try Bayou again after hearing that it was under a new owner/management. We had written this place off in review #5 on this site.

    All in all a vast improvement in the front of the house. The staff is courteous, attentive and informative. We had the sea food pies (special) for a starter. Flaky puff pastry with chorizo, crawfish and shrimp with a spicy remoulade. Excellent

    For entrees, I had the meatloaf that was wrapped in bacon with healthy sides of mashed potato and corn. My girlfriend had the blueberry ribs that were very moist with a side of sweet potato. For dessert, we had the bananas foster. It was quite good as this dish is normally prepared table side. Which means the staff were prompt in getting the order out as soon as it was made.

    Portions are large, food is tasty and prices are very reasonable. The atmosphere is unique in terms of a relaxed yet elegant feel. Overall, the restaurant is very appealing. They finally do take credit/debit (the old owner made you go to the basement and use an ATM if you did not have cash) and it is still a B.Y.O.B

    We had 7:30 reservations and we only saw three other tables there on a Friday night! I hope this isn’t normal as this restaurant has finally come together. I wish them the best and highly recommend this charming little restaurant.

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    Kent Says:

    I’ve been here a few times and always thought the food was good, a little overpriced, but really good. However I will not be returning. I ordered the flank steak and it was burnt. I understand it’s supposed to be cajun but I never thought cajun meant burnt. Terrible!

    10
    Ryan Says:

    Been here a few times and thought the food, ambiance, and service was really good. It’s not quite New Orleans style or the deep south but it is worth going and bringing a bottle of wine for leisurely dinner

    9
    Kevin Says:

    Went to a five-course dinner on New Year’s Eve. It was exceptional–too much food though . . . oh well, I got to enjoy my dinner yet another day! Great BYOB; informative website too. I will definately be back!

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