Best restaurant and bar in Chapel Hill! Also has awesome vegan options!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Martin
Rougarou is one of our absolute favorite spots! The vibe is casual and fun and Mandy’s food is AMAZING. I’ve never liked a hush puppy before this place. Get the cheese bites and party ranch and thank me later. And Neil is always killing it behind the bar; he gives great recommendations and makes everyone feel welcome! Can’t recommend this place enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
aaron turner
Ok ok ok, I’m bias… I periodically perform at this establishment, but I can offer an objective view. Unique & a standout in a populated area. Mandey is a jewel & Neil is a great paired part of the restaurant. The food is creatively designed, prepared & delicious. The evidence is in the first bite. Words can only lead, and as the old saying goes, the proof is in the pudding (pudding is not served here though!! Or maybe it’ll be added lol) so go taste & see….& maybe we’ll meet each other with good tunes to enjoy..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blake Roller
Loved the lunch special. I got the fish sandwich blackened. I wish they had fresh sweet tea. It's a very unique option on Franklin Street. There's often live music too at night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kimberly Jenkins
I just came in today wanting to try something new! The atmosphere is perfect. The staff were super nice! However, the food was okay but i didn’t get much. I ordered the shrimp and grits and a side of Cajun fries. The portion I got for the fries was bigger than the shrimp and grits. It took forever (my whole lunch break)to get my food and I had burnt bottom pieces in my grits and not much of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
Jackie MacHardy
First visit and won’t be my last! Stopped in soon after opening on a lazy summer Saturday and was rewarded with a welcoming atmosphere, friendly folks, a $3 mimosa and a crazy good oyster po’boy. Cajun French fries were filling, unusual and tasty and my friend’s fruit side was ample and fresh. Gave St. Pedro (centerish candle) a little wave on the way out and thanked him for a delightful lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Rippe
Great Cajun food and chill vibe. The owner is from New Orleans and knows how to make delicious dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristin Kharrat
The atmosphere was great, but the food was nothing too special. Would definitely go to catch live music.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Sarah Ormand
Came here with local friends. The food was AMAZING! Don't skimp on the gater tots. The catfish was out of this world.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nabil Kalantar
The food is really quite good! I give it 4 stars because it seems like they run out of ingredients a good bit, limiting their selection - but they are very kind and gracious in replacing items and giving a little extra to make up for any substitutions. Additionally, there were some minor things I wasn’t a big fan of - lack of salt on fries, etc - but overall it was excellent.
I took my food to go, but I don’t think I would’ve enjoyed eating in the restaurant at least in the daytime. It was quite dark. But based off pictures, it’s much nicer at night!
This is absolutely one of the best places in Chapel Hill or Carrboro. The atmosphere, the music, the people, the pure quirkiness and beauty. Please keep going!
I’ve eaten about everything on the menu but I think the specials are often the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Easy Gumbo, Fried Oysters, Shrimp PO Boy, Grit Bowl Sausage
Janie Parker
Rougarou (Imbibe) is a hidden gem that has earned its title as a staple. My partner and I decided to give it a go after some Reddit recommendations and all we can say is we’re upset we didn’t know sooner.
Even on nights when we decide to eat in a simple mention of Imbibe or their bomb PoBoys is enough to get us in the car and have us on our way.
The bartenders are kind and helpful and in the kitchen, Mandey is a real star! Everytime I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with Mandey she always manages to brighten up my day. I will never stop recommending Imbibe for a tasty meal or as a place to sit with a drink and feel welcome and wanted.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carly McGee
Food is soooooo good. We fed three plus dessert for under 70. Chef Mandey waited to double fry some things for me until delivery time. Cannot recommend more. Great New Orleans vibe and fantastic food. Every picky eater in the house was pleased. And WOW, handmade ranch even.
Rob Adams
Saturday Jazz Brunch is the BEST! Amazing food, service, live music and drinks! 🦐🍻🎉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Easy Gumbo, Jambalaya, Nola Garlic Butter Shrimp, Grit Bowl Sausage
Shau-Hong Toscano
Every dish is full of flavor, make me want to go back again.
Best restaurant and bar in Chapel Hill! Also has awesome vegan options!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rougarou is one of our absolute favorite spots! The vibe is casual and fun and Mandy’s food is AMAZING. I’ve never liked a hush puppy before this place. Get the cheese bites and party ranch and thank me later. And Neil is always killing it behind the bar; he gives great recommendations and makes everyone feel welcome! Can’t recommend this place enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ok ok ok, I’m bias… I periodically perform at this establishment, but I can offer an objective view. Unique & a standout in a populated area. Mandey is a jewel & Neil is a great paired part of the restaurant. The food is creatively designed, prepared & delicious. The evidence is in the first bite. Words can only lead, and as the old saying goes, the proof is in the pudding (pudding is not served here though!! Or maybe it’ll be added lol) so go taste & see….& maybe we’ll meet each other with good tunes to enjoy..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the lunch special. I got the fish sandwich blackened. I wish they had fresh sweet tea.
It's a very unique option on Franklin Street. There's often live music too at night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I just came in today wanting to try something new! The atmosphere is perfect. The staff were super nice! However, the food was okay but i didn’t get much. I ordered the shrimp and grits and a side of Cajun fries. The portion I got for the fries was bigger than the shrimp and grits. It took forever (my whole lunch break)to get my food and I had burnt bottom pieces in my grits and not much of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
First visit and won’t be my last! Stopped in soon after opening on a lazy summer Saturday and was rewarded with a welcoming atmosphere, friendly folks, a $3 mimosa and a crazy good oyster po’boy. Cajun French fries were filling, unusual and tasty and my friend’s fruit side was ample and fresh. Gave St. Pedro (centerish candle) a little wave on the way out and thanked him for a delightful lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great Cajun food and chill vibe. The owner is from New Orleans and knows how to make delicious dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere was great, but the food was nothing too special. Would definitely go to catch live music.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Came here with local friends. The food was AMAZING! Don't skimp on the gater tots. The catfish was out of this world.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is really quite good! I give it 4 stars because it seems like they run out of ingredients a good bit, limiting their selection - but they are very kind and gracious in replacing items and giving a little extra to make up for any substitutions. Additionally, there were some minor things I wasn’t a big fan of - lack of salt on fries, etc - but overall it was excellent.
I took my food to go, but I don’t think I would’ve enjoyed eating in the restaurant at least in the daytime. It was quite dark. But based off pictures, it’s much nicer at night!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is absolutely one of the best places in Chapel Hill or Carrboro. The atmosphere, the music, the people, the pure quirkiness and beauty. Please keep going!
I’ve eaten about everything on the menu but I think the specials are often the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Easy Gumbo, Fried Oysters, Shrimp PO Boy, Grit Bowl Sausage
Rougarou (Imbibe) is a hidden gem that has earned its title as a staple. My partner and I decided to give it a go after some Reddit recommendations and all we can say is we’re upset we didn’t know sooner.
Even on nights when we decide to eat in a simple mention of Imbibe or their bomb PoBoys is enough to get us in the car and have us on our way.
The bartenders are kind and helpful and in the kitchen, Mandey is a real star! Everytime I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with Mandey she always manages to brighten up my day. I will never stop recommending Imbibe for a tasty meal or as a place to sit with a drink and feel welcome and wanted.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is soooooo good. We fed three plus dessert for under 70. Chef Mandey waited to double fry some things for me until delivery time. Cannot recommend more. Great New Orleans vibe and fantastic food. Every picky eater in the house was pleased. And WOW, handmade ranch even.
Saturday Jazz Brunch is the BEST! Amazing food, service, live music and drinks! 🦐🍻🎉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Easy Gumbo, Jambalaya, Nola Garlic Butter Shrimp, Grit Bowl Sausage
Every dish is full of flavor, make me want to go back again.
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