Louisiana Joe's
$ • Sandwich Shops, Cajun, Gluten-Free
Hours:
488 Merrick Rd, Oceanside
(516) 442-9838
About Louisiana Joe's
Customers' Favorites
Louisiana Joe's Reviews
Without a doubt the closest cooking to remind me of home. Catfish and Shrimp pivots was amazing. Crawfish Etoufee, chicken and sausage gumbo and chicken sausage and shrimp jambalaya was spot on. I will be back to shoot a video of the location and food for my Vlog without a doubt. Was a good feeling to here the chef ask if “The Boot was in the house” being from LA it made me feel like it was home.
Anything Joe creates is outstanding! Hands down the best Cajun Chef on Long Island. I live in West Islip and go there with my helper Glenn anytime I'm working any town close to Oceanside and made a few trips from home. His shrimp & grits with debris, jambalaya, pork panini and cod fish po'boy are at the top and his ever changing daily special's rock too like Cajun meatball po'boy, ribeye steak, short ribs and Chipotle sweet potato soup to name a few are delicious. The girls up...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 3PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 3PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 3PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 3PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Louisiana Joe's offers a taste of New Orleans with its menu featuring standout dishes like crawfish etouffee, gumbo, and blackened chicken poboy. The restaurant has a well-stocked market selling basic groceries, prepared foods, and regional specialties. While it leans more towards take-out, there are tables and chairs available for those who want to dine in. Prices are reasonable, and the food stays true to its Cajun heritage, with options like cajun fries and po'boys. The menu is extensive and is made fresh when ordered, with substitutions discouraged to maintain quality.
Customers praise the food for being hot, fresh, and delicious, especially the gumbo, roast beef melt, and crispy chicken sandwich. The beef brisket in a sandwich was highlighted as the best ever eaten, prepared with detailed seasoning to delight the palate. The restaurant also offers a vegetarian menu and a curated selection of beverages from its adjacent beer and wine shop. For those who want to recreate the Louisiana Joe's experience at home, they sell sauces, spices, and cold reheat items like soups. The crab cake BLT and crab and corn chowder received high praise for their flavors. The staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit personally enjoyable. Louisiana Joe's remains a hidden gem for Cajun and fresh food lovers.