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Acadiana
Acadiana offers the flavors, culture and the warmth of the seductive southern region. They offer the perfect balance of the old and new...taking advantage of the rich bounty found in the Mississippi Delta, Bayous and the Gulf of Mexico.
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596 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 596 reviews
5 stars
(258)
4 stars
(255)
3 stars
(67)
2 stars
(13)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(326)
- special occasion(256)
- good for groups(189)
- romantic(139)
- great for lunch(126)
- neighborhood gem(118)
Acadiana Reviews List
Review 1 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another FANTASTIC jazz brunch!!! WONDERFUL meal!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
13th Anniversary Dinner at Acadiana
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I selected Acadiana for my 13th anniversary dinner. Unfortunately, I regret it as both the service and food were barely average. My server only came over to our table the prescribed 1 min after he dropped off each item. He couldn't be found to refill my cocktail. We were rushed through each course as if I was in a cafeteria. I wouldn't suggest this establishment for lunch.
The fried green tomatoes were soaked in oil and some garish overly pungent sauce. The turtle soup and gumbo both taste like the base was from the bottom of a burnt pan. The veal and grits were no better. To be fair, the crab cakes were decent.
I had to give this restaurant a 1-10 rating it would be a solid 3."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 3 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birthday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there to celebrate a relative's birthday. The extra special touches were appreciated. Our waiter was fantastic...always checking but not hovering over us. He was a pro!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not bad, but not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ambiance was nice. Lots of energy in the place. Noise level was
high but not too high that you couldn't converse. Food was not bad. Not
as flavorful as I'd expect for Louisiana style food. Was really disappointed with
the dirty rice. Worst I've had. Desserts were good. Service was fine. I'd
go back again and try something else, but not my first choice for Louisiana
style food."
high but not too high that you couldn't converse. Food was not bad. Not
as flavorful as I'd expect for Louisiana style food. Was really disappointed with
the dirty rice. Worst I've had. Desserts were good. Service was fine. I'd
go back again and try something else, but not my first choice for Louisiana
style food."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot
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Review 5 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Welcome Home
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My mom's a KY girl at heart, and has been missing true Southern cooking - from start to finish each bite was followed with an "oh my god." Although the mission of our return was for their light, fluffy homemade biscuits w/ cream cheese & pepper jelly, you won't be disappointed with any dish. I'm a sucker for the smoked trout nicoise, & the rest of my party only raved about the flavors accompanying their ribeye steak and duck. Whatever you're craving, consider the carrot cake to polish off your meal - great balance with the pear! And from the smiling hostesses and attentive waitstaff, service is nothing short of excellence. Definitely be back to try the bar bites and drinks!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sourthern seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu is full of seafood choices and we sampled a few... all were excellent. It is a very big restaurant so event though it was full, we felt like we had plenty of space. The server was very friendly and was able to describe all the menu questions we threw at him."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've eaten at Acadiana many times and greatly enjoyed the experience every time."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Business Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Visited the restaurant for a lunch to catch up with a business associate and had a great meal and a wonderful time. The noise level was moderate enough to allow for conversation across the table. We had a lot to discuss and were not hurried by the staff. I had the shrimp & grits which was really tasty and a nice deconstruction with the grits in a cake form. One of my favorite places when I am in DC on business."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Cool brunch but food not great
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Being from southern Louisiana i wanted to check out its Sunday Jazz Brunch. Very nice atmosphere and the server was very friendly... BUT the food was average at best. Beignets were delicious and so was the pain perdu. Those are sweets. Unfortunately, the crab soup tasted like it was made with a faux cheese base and salt was the only seasoning. The eggs sardou received last place in the table voting, but the eggs acadiana and shrimp and grits were ok. Note: the grits are not creamy more like polenta. The seafood crepe gratin was pretty good. The biggest disappointment came at the end of the meal when they served the strawberry bread pudding. It was pink and had an odd texture. Pink??? Plain authentic bread pudding is the way to go!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 10 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bam!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Acadiana is consistant with the quality food, I know that if I'm taking someone there for the first time or the third time we are going to be treated to a wonderful meal. I make everyone try the deviled eggs, charbroilded oysters and the bbq shrimp as they are my favorites when they are underdecided and they has not yet been a disappointed person in the bunch."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 11 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but not great.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The biscuits that they serve as bread for the table was great. But my lunch was lackluster. There was a non-alcholic dring that was fabulous. But the food was just good, not mind blowing. Server was great and the ambiance was decent as well. I may try them for dinner but not likely."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 12 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but service can improve
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my birthday celebration and there were many nice touches. My name was printed on menu and a beautiful dessert with happy birthday written on the plate. The food was exceptional. The service needs to improve. Our server did not know the menu and when I asked if there was any meat in the dish I order, I was told no. I was shocked when my rice contained pork. In addition, the food was placed in front of the wrong people. When I complained, the manager went to my husband and not me. They must improve customer service. They did however, try to compensate and make things right. As the food and the drinks are excellent, I will go back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Business Discussion
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I reserved a table for six for a business lunch. The round table was ideal for the needed conversation, and there were clean plates all around. The prices were reasonable. The ambiance supported the importance of the discussion. I had the fried catfish entree. Excellent. My only suggestion would be to put a plate under the wire basket, in case the diner is using a knife and fork to eat."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The new menu choices were not as good as anticipated. The website wasn't updated, so my party was disappointed when we got to the restaurant and the items pre-selected from the web were not available. Our initial server was underwhelming and the follow-up server was ok."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 15 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was great; the food was divine. Highly recommend. I went with 10 friends for my birthday brunch and everyone remarked what a great decision it was to go to Acadiana."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mixed review
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"During a business trip we ate here twice. Our first visit, for lunch, was a disaster. we opted to sit outside to accommodate our group of 8; that was a tactical as we were in the shade a a very cool spring breeze left the gentlemen sharing their jackets with the ladies in the group - meaning we were all cold! While the place was crowded, it seemed that waiting 45 minutes to get our appetizer was a bit much and we actually had to leave before our food was served, given we had meetings to attend.
We returned for a dinner reservation and the service was MUCH better. Those with whom I dined said the crab cakes were EXCELLENT. I unfortunately had ordered the duck. It was overcooked and very salty. The other food items were quite tasty."
We returned for a dinner reservation and the service was MUCH better. Those with whom I dined said the crab cakes were EXCELLENT. I unfortunately had ordered the duck. It was overcooked and very salty. The other food items were quite tasty."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect birthday celebration!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was pleasantly surprised that the noise level was so much better than a few years ago when I ate there - of course, it was for lunch and this was an early dinner reservation. Also, I thought it was great that two of us were seated before our other two guests arrived, which isn't of the norm in most upscale DC restaurants. The waiter could not have been more delightful - Daniel I think? Food extremely high caliber. Not too many restaurants that advertise jumbo lump crab cakes actually serve lump crab. The wine suggestions of the waiter were perfect too, as well as the special drinks to the toast."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cajun brunch with jazz
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved our experience - prix fixe menu didn't allow for strong mimosas, so we just got champagne instead. Everything else was perfect. Its only $2 mimosas and bloody marys with the brunch menu. Allowed us to try new things we wouldn't normally get."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fun Derby crowd. We hoped to enjoy the patio but we wimped out (like everyone else sitting outside) and moved inside after a drink. Everyone was very understanding and accommodating. We always enjoy their food and atmosphere. Thought we would start with some nice gulf oysters but since it was chilly by dinner, I opted for the gumbo and my husband the spicy grouper. Both delicious."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 20 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very pleasing dinner, will go again
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The fried soft-shell crab special was excellent. I thought the green beans would be a bland side dish--but they were also flavorful, seasoned by shallots and the brown-butter sauce that was drizzled over the crab.
Husband ordered the duck. A delicious and generous portion, they could probably cut back on the amount of sauce they pour over it. It is very rich.
Apps were fine. Fried green tomatoes were good. Could have skipped the alligator fritters--more dough than alligator. Charbroiled oysters were great. Turtle soup was good, but not really something to order again.
Dessert: Blondie sundae was great, except it lacked the walnuts I was expecting to give the dessert a nice crunch. But still tasty. The husband's pecan tart was nice, too."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unbelievable food! I will absolutely be returning."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great as usual. Food outstanding."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 23 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great D.C. Find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service at this restaurant were great! A rare combination to find in the D.C. area."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best dining experiences!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I can't say enough about how the restaurant went out of its way to make my wife's birthday a very happy one. The food, as always, was excellent. We were also given birthday treats which were fun, as well as surprising! It seemed as if the entire restaurant was doing everything to please us and we felt like we were the only customers."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 25 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best crab cake we've ever had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This review is based solely on one plate of food. I have no recollection of anything else I ate there.
On the last day of our DC trip, we stopped at Acadiana for lunch. Had we eaten here on the first day, it's possible we would have just had crab cakes at every meal. The crab cake was literally the best we've ever had and I'd even go so far as to say it was one of the top 10 things I've ever eaten. Our trips are based around trying to find great food whether it's haute French or street-cart. On this particular trip, the most memorable item was a crab cake."
Dined on 11/19/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We celebrated my mother's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated my mother's birthday, it was very special. The food was outstanding even to my mother and that is saying something! The birthday presentation was so nice!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were a party of three doing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were a party of three doing a pre theatre dinner. We are from NY and 2 of us are in the food industry (meaning we are picky). The food was fantastic.. Especially the charbroiled oysters. The cocktails were a highlight. Our server Meg walked us though the details of the menu and then of the individual drinks and dishes we were considering. Because it was our first time to the restaurant, her patience and advice made all the difference."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2011
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Review 28 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was amazing and drinks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was amazing and drinks were just as good. Great ambiance, I love this place!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sauce with the shrimp was amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The sauce with the shrimp was exquisite. The restaurant was also very gracious when we had a piece of grouper that came out dry by replacing it promptly with another meal."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous baked oysters!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Parmesan oysters are out of this world. We went back on our last night in DC specifically for them . Highly recommend Acadiana for anyone wanting fresh wonderful exciting food. They have a bar drink, River Tea, that is so tasty. Highly recommend it to anyone who likes a subtle cocktail."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 31 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything we ordered was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything we ordered was cooked perfectly. The grouper was moist and flavorful. The gumbo was fabulous.
Our very favorite item was the three fried pies which were perfection. Also, we loved the butter/pepper jelly combo on the biscuits.
Very good.
The service was professional and friendly. If we are ever in DC again, Acadiana is on the circuit."
Our very favorite item was the three fried pies which were perfection. Also, we loved the butter/pepper jelly combo on the biscuits.
Very good.
The service was professional and friendly. If we are ever in DC again, Acadiana is on the circuit."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I went here twice in the past
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went here twice in the past month and both times was very pleased. The food is outstanding and the service is helpful. Overall, I would definitely recommend Acadiana."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I didnt appreciate having
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I didnt appreciate having my open table account threatened when they filed me as a no show. It took time and effort to get it corrected and im thinking its difficult o not notice a reservation for one ...."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2008
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Review 34 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I did note that we were celebrating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I did note that we were celebrating Administrative Professional Day. I would have expected the waiter to at least acknowledge that. Other than that, it was a great experience."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The air conditioning was way
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The air conditioning was way too cold, even though the restaurant was full of people.
The waitress was attentive, but as cold as the air conditioning.
I had a veal dish that tasted like liver. My husbands meal was fine.
Overall I was very disappointed. Too many good restaurants in D.C. to go back to this one again."
The waitress was attentive, but as cold as the air conditioning.
I had a veal dish that tasted like liver. My husbands meal was fine.
Overall I was very disappointed. Too many good restaurants in D.C. to go back to this one again."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
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Review 36 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Acadiana is one of my top
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Acadiana is one of my top 3 choices for lunch. We make special trips there just for the blackened tilapia, mac & cheese, biscuits, and corn pudding. However, the dinner menu is very different and not as appealing. Our recent dinner experience was a tremendous disappointment. Even the biscuits were hard and not freshly baked. Acadiana offers a vastly better lunch experience."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2008
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 37 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is great! Started with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food is great! Started with oysters on the half shell & chargrilled oysters (my favorite). The group ordered gumbo, boneless short ribs, oyster po-boy, BBQ shrimp (Sooo good and buttery) & fish special. Nothing was left on our plates. Beignets were good (considering they weren't from New Orleans' Cafe du Monde)and key lime pie was great, too. Always a good experience at Acadiana."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
NOLA Flashback
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Indulged in a blackened catfish po'boy (dressed) and Abita Amber draft for lunch -- scrumptious! The po'boy's lighter-than-air Leidenheimer bread made even that huge sandwich do-able, although I could have handled even more kick in the blackening spices. Served with Zapp's chips for an authentic Louisiana experience (just visited NOLA three weeks ago). Ready to go back and try Acadiana's version of shrimp and grits!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre & overpriced. Definitely
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Mediocre & overpriced. Definitely will not be back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
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Review 40 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The charbroiled oysters were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The charbroiled oysters were amazing as usual! The wahoo (sp?) special for the day was superb. An overall delightful dining experience for us 3 former college roomies, one of whom was visiting from Kingston, Jamaica."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We have been here several
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been here several times, never have been disappointed. The restaurant still shines as new, always clean and inviting and service is superb. The food is wonderful, but the pork dishes do tend to be on the salty side. This past visit we had the smoked chicken and andouille sausage gumbo, the roasted sweet corn and blue crab soup, the portabello mushroom salad, the meat pie trio, the pork boudin balls and the jalapeno cheese grits. We arrived early for our reservation and so ordered a cocktail at the bar to wait for our table. Great Bloody Mary's, again perfect service, a very comfortable place."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food overall was good;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food overall was good; the blackened Taliapa was a little bit too blackened; one order had to be returned because of this. Our waiter was not really into us -- five middled aged women celebrating a friend's birthday, but was courteous."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 43 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
If you are a fan of overcooked
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If you are a fan of overcooked seafood and amateur servers, this restaurant is for you. Our server neglected to inform us of any of the daily specials and the wine service was poor. My entree was Mahi Mahi and served so overcooked and dried out that it was tasteless."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
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Review 44 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What I enjoyed about Acadiana
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What I enjoyed about Acadiana was that they don't interpret Cajun or Southern cooking to mean drench everything in cayenne pepper and char it. The dishes are well thought out and prepared, and the talent of the chef and his staff is evident from the first bite. It was a bit loud the night we were there, but there was a party in the back so it was understandable and it was never so loud that we couldn't hear the conversation at our table. The meal did take quite a bit of time, so it's not a place I'd recommend for a "quick bite," but if you want a delicious meal and a relaxing evening, Acadiana should be on your list."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 45 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They never disappoint. Always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They never disappoint. Always a winner!!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
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Review 46 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good, will always return
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good, will always return when visiting DC"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time there and loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time there and loved the high end cajun food including soups and roasted duck!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good bar. Good food. Good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good bar. Good food. Good Service. The Key Lime pie was delicious!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food, Not Great Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food! Veal medallions with grits were fantastic! Fried green tomatoes didn't taste like anything but horseradish. Waiter was not warm and friendly at All, minus him, it was a great experience and what a great setting for 11 people! (We always felt like we were "bothing" him! Not a good quality in wait-staff.) That back room that can hold 15 or so people is great! I will definitely come back again when need a venue for a big group!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 50 for Acadiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellence Practiced
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I'm new to this area of DC and recently handicapped. Acadiana has installed a lift that handily eases me to the dining room floor without fuss or bother to other diners. My meals have been refreshingly novel because of the slight twist the chef adds to each food choice. Presentation is appealing which excites the desire to dine. And, most importantly, there are sufficient portions to create a thoroughly wonderful impression and satiate your hunger. Yes, I've found a seat at Acadiana several times and expect to find myself with friends there several more times. Oh! and lest I forget, the waite staff team members are unobtrusive, knowledgeable, perceptive and kind."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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