The Tuna cooked was not in anyway flavored. The meal was high and didn't fill you up. Not at all what I would have expected from what I heard of this place. The food was served with plain rice and plain bread, no butter no flavor no seasoning. Very disappointed in my experience visiting this place. The staff was great and the setting was really beautiful, but the food not so much. Not sure if I will return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Mary Olivier
The food and atmosphere was amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant, the owner is a sweet lady. Very impressed with menu .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lemonciello Mascarpone Cake Slice, Catfish, Escargots in Red Wine Reduction
Carlos Alario
Was there for a Christmas party for 20 people. Was there at 6:00 pm didn't leave until 9:40 pm The food was slow, I had 12 oz. Steak ask for med rare it came to me well done. I will not sent food back due to what they could do (don't think they would have) found out later the waitress had our party and 5 other tables. Our cheese cake was frozen hard like a rock. I don't know if I'm going back for a while. 12/16/23 Carlos Alario
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Lex C.
Came here for a special occasion and they didn't disappoint! There have been times in the past where so couldn't have written such a glowing review but they've really stepped up. Wonderful friendly and attentive service (wasn't extremely busy). We were sat by the window, our favorite spot. The food was excellent; the newest chef has really stepped up and owned their place! Will be returning for sure.
GamingwithDev 1
It's a wonderful place. Wish we would've taken pictures of the food but we devoured it before we thought about it. Gorgeous place. It's off the beaten path. So glad we found
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Meg Griffen
Owner is a total jerk. She is just one of the most mean sprited people I have ever xome across in my entire life. Steer clear and spend your money elsewhere. Will not be returning. So rude!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Robert Finney
Great turtle soup ,steaks , gumbo and roasted
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 12 Oz Ribeye, Roasted Duck with Wild Rice, Chicken Andouille Gumbo
Jerry Gilmore
My son had his wedding reception at Melvin's on the back patio and the dock. Although it was very hot because they chose an outdoor venue in july, it was a great setup. If you are considering renting the venue as an event, please check it out and be prepared to bring fans, portable air conditions, or cooling towers in the summertime. The buffet style food line went smoothly and the food was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brother Roop teaches the Bible
They are understaffed, and all of the chairs were worn. The catfish was very good. The creamed spinish was out of this world! But the rice was bland. The chocolate peanut butter pie was horrible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Joanna
This is a good place for a “fancy date”. However, the food isn’t worth what you pay for it. The portions are small and the food is bland or simply doesn’t taste well at all. The drinks are on the weaker end. But the servers and the service was great. Overall. I’d go again if I couldn’t pick where to go.
I would give it a BIG FAT 0, but have to give it a 1 Star. Had reservations at 6:30pm for 4 on Valentine's Day. Arrived at 6pm thinking we could get a drink at the bar before, but they decided to sit us early. Put us on the patio which was GREAT, and thought it would be a GREAT night. Well, it went down hill fast. No one talked to us and did not get a glass of water until 30min after sitting. Asked if we had a waitress, hostess says "Let me try to find you one". Stopped a waitress passing by and asked her, "Are you our waitress?". She replied, "I can be if you want me to be?". She took our drink order and served our appetizer, which was terrible. An hour after sitting, we asked if our drinks were ready, and she said "I don't see them out on the bar yet, so no not yet". We looked at the bar and there was no one making drinks. We asked if we owed anything for the water and appetizer, and she said no, so we walked out and left. As we were leaving, we could see the frustration from customers at every table. This is pittiful!!!! We will never go back and I recommend not going for dinner for sure.
Rob M.
The owner is now deceased, so perhaps you won't have to feel as though you've invaded his space when you arrive. The food is good, not "great", and the service is always a plus. the menu options need to include less cream sauces and more healthier option. Overall, a nice place, away from a t.v in the center of a room. Go to Walk-ons if that's what you're after. This place could be a mega dining experience, but it needs some serious attention to the dilapidated areas. Come on, guys! You have a hidden jewel here.....
Nature Jockk
This was like dining at a a hidden gem that was ticked away on the waterway of Houma, Louisiana. The second generation of this establishment is doing a great job of serving some of the finest cuisine in the Houma area. The view is stunning from each seat in the restaurant. The food is fresh for each and every person who makes an order. The staff is swift and perfect in the service of the table.
Chippy Ordoyne
Second visit just as delicious as the first. YUM! May have found my new must have when I come home!!
Thomas Soudelier
This is by far one of the best restaurants in the area. Outstanding food. service, and prices.
The Tuna cooked was not in anyway flavored. The meal was high and didn't fill you up. Not at all what I would have expected from what I heard of this place. The food was served with plain rice and plain bread, no butter no flavor no seasoning. Very disappointed in my experience visiting this place. The staff was great and the setting was really beautiful, but the food not so much. Not sure if I will return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
The food and atmosphere was amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant, the owner is a sweet lady. Very impressed with menu .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lemonciello Mascarpone Cake Slice, Catfish, Escargots in Red Wine Reduction
Was there for a Christmas party for 20 people. Was there at 6:00 pm didn't leave until 9:40 pm The food was slow, I had 12 oz. Steak ask for med rare it came to me well done. I will not sent food back due to what they could do (don't think they would have) found out later the waitress had our party and 5 other tables. Our cheese cake was frozen hard like a rock. I don't know if I'm going back for a while. 12/16/23 Carlos Alario
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Came here for a special occasion and they didn't disappoint! There have been times in the past where so couldn't have written such a glowing review but they've really stepped up. Wonderful friendly and attentive service (wasn't extremely busy). We were sat by the window, our favorite spot. The food was excellent; the newest chef has really stepped up and owned their place! Will be returning for sure.
It's a wonderful place. Wish we would've taken pictures of the food but we devoured it before we thought about it. Gorgeous place. It's off the beaten path. So glad we found
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Owner is a total jerk. She is just one of the most mean sprited people I have ever xome across in my entire life. Steer clear and spend your money elsewhere. Will not be returning. So rude!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great turtle soup ,steaks , gumbo and roasted
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 12 Oz Ribeye, Roasted Duck with Wild Rice, Chicken Andouille Gumbo
My son had his wedding reception at Melvin's on the back patio and the dock. Although it was very hot because they chose an outdoor venue in july, it was a great setup. If you are considering renting the venue as an event, please check it out and be prepared to bring fans, portable air conditions, or cooling towers in the summertime. The buffet style food line went smoothly and the food was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They are understaffed, and all of the chairs were worn. The catfish was very good. The creamed spinish was out of this world! But the rice was bland. The chocolate peanut butter pie was horrible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This is a good place for a “fancy date”. However, the food isn’t worth what you pay for it. The portions are small and the food is bland or simply doesn’t taste well at all. The drinks are on the weaker end. But the servers and the service was great. Overall. I’d go again if I couldn’t pick where to go.
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I would give it a BIG FAT 0, but have to give it a 1 Star. Had reservations at 6:30pm for 4 on Valentine's Day. Arrived at 6pm thinking we could get a drink at the bar before, but they decided to sit us early. Put us on the patio which was GREAT, and thought it would be a GREAT night. Well, it went down hill fast. No one talked to us and did not get a glass of water until 30min after sitting. Asked if we had a waitress, hostess says "Let me try to find you one". Stopped a waitress passing by and asked her, "Are you our waitress?". She replied, "I can be if you want me to be?". She took our drink order and served our appetizer, which was terrible. An hour after sitting, we asked if our drinks were ready, and she said "I don't see them out on the bar yet, so no not yet". We looked at the bar and there was no one making drinks. We asked if we owed anything for the water and appetizer, and she said no, so we walked out and left. As we were leaving, we could see the frustration from customers at every table. This is pittiful!!!! We will never go back and I recommend not going for dinner for sure.
The owner is now deceased, so perhaps you won't have to feel as though you've invaded his space when you arrive. The food is good, not "great", and the service is always a plus. the menu options need to include less cream sauces and more healthier option. Overall, a nice place, away from a t.v in the center of a room. Go to Walk-ons if that's what you're after. This place could be a mega dining experience, but it needs some serious attention to the dilapidated areas. Come on, guys! You have a hidden jewel here.....
This was like dining at a a hidden gem that was ticked away on the waterway of Houma, Louisiana. The second generation of this establishment is doing a great job of serving some of the finest cuisine in the Houma area. The view is stunning from each seat in the restaurant. The food is fresh for each and every person who makes an order. The staff is swift and perfect in the service of the table.
Second visit just as delicious as the first. YUM! May have found my new must have when I come home!!
This is by far one of the best restaurants in the area. Outstanding food. service, and prices.