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Olivier's Creole Restaurant

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By Angela Ash  

Olivier's Creole Restaurant has completely stolen my heart... and my stomach.  If you want authentic Creole food, with recipes passed down from generations of Olivier family, and an absolutely gorgeous dining environment, then look no further.

Something extremely important about a positive dining experience is good service, and Olivier's offers this in leaps and bounds. The servers are knowledgeable and always ready to offer recommendations, and are attentive without "hovering"... setting the groundwork for the delicious meal that is to come.

Olivier's is open for lunch and dinner, with lunch offering Po Boys, salads, and entrees that will make you curious about "what's for dinner".

The dinner at Olivier's is nothing short of phenomenal.  With appetizers like Mushroom Ragout, the Gumbo Sampler (three versions of gumbo: Chef Armand's Creole Gumbo, Papa Armand's FilĂ© and Mama Cheryl's Okra Gumbo), and the Louisiana BBQ Shrimp. 

The entrees are divided into two distinct sections on this menu. The Classic Creole Entrees represent FIVE generations of Creole tradition, and it includes such unique dishes as Creole Rabbit, Great Grandma Jeanne's Shrimp Creole, and Mama Cheryl's Crawfish Etouffee.

The next area is Armand Olivier's Kitchen, in which Chef Armand Olivier "experimented" with his family's recipes and, with plenty of world travel under his belt, put a bit of a spin on classic Creole.  These dishes will completely exceed your expectations, with a delicious Jambalaya with Fried Catfish, a zesty seasoned Ribeye, or the creamy Crab Ravioli. 
 

For more information, visit them online or call (504) 525-7734.