Dooky Chase's Restaurant - New Orleans

We went to Dooky Chase's restaurant on our last day in NOLA.

This restaurant is a landmark in New OrleansThe dining room is prettyHowever, the food is, at best, pedestrianWe were there for lunch.

Does not live up to the mythology or hype it has gotten.

A historic dining institution in New Orleans known for its Creole cuisine. The creole gumbo is stocky, with a deep flavor that is not too varietal. A fun bit of spice at the end is much appreciated. It comes with a bit of rice that soaks into the soup, and a few tasty fresh sausages. The fried chicken is exceptionally tender and juicy, a product of a delicate marination. The breading is not overdone, fairly thin and crispy. The meat is salted just right but the skin is unevenly salted. The mac and cheese is a good mix between cheeseyness and creaminess, without being heavy.

I’m still trying to lose the weight I put on when I went here a month ago. I started with gumbo which was good. Then I went to the main dishes Fried chicken, Mac and cheese, red beans and rice and jambalaya!!! All were really good and cooked to perfection. I wish I can tell you I shared that with someone but I was by myself and ate it all! As if all that wasn’t enough I finished the meal off with peach cobbler….Dang it was good!!! I’m going to go running now.