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Bud's Louisiana Cafe

Cajun and Creole Restaurant$$$$

Kearny Mesa, San Diego

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8.9^/10

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Ranked #8 for oysters in San Diego
"The Shrimp and Grits are the best."(4 Tips)
"The catfish st."(3 Tips)
"The BBQ shrimp po boy is delicious!"(3 Tips)
"Get a jalapeno corn muffin, you won't be sorry!"(2 Tips)

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po' boys
crawfish
jalapeño cornbread
gumbo
Caesar salad
casual
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creme brûlée
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sweet tea
outdoor seating
red beans
jambalaya
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Jon-Samuel BradleyJanuary 15, 2015
The Creole pie was delicious, but the flavors of the pecan pie was a bit overpowering for the cheesecake.. Tip, add salt to bring out the full flavor of both cheesecake and the pecan pie.
ᴡ HildebrandDecember 29, 2015
The pulled pork po'boy and red beans & rice are the best I've had. If you're with someone, have them get the french-uletta and share. Do the creme brulé with bananas foster for dessert.
Conrad & Jenn R.November 8, 2014
Excellent waitstaff. Loved the oysters en brochette with remoulade. you had me at bacon wrapped. Gumbo is legit.
Jaz BeeMay 18, 2013
Ask for the piquante (pronounced like picante) sauce. It's a hot sauce with a bit of a smokey flavor. So much better than the hot sauce that's already on the table.
Vance ShihAugust 4, 2013
Food and service was amazing. I definitely recommend going if you are in the mood for some good Southern cooking.
TylerJune 6, 2015
Cheap, tasty & tucked away. Such a yummy central pit stop for breakfast! Staff is helpful & coffee is strong!
Evan LeckliderSeptember 7, 2017
The BBQ shrimp po boy is delicious! Pair it with a sweet tea Arnold Palmer for maximum effect.
Megan DeniseJuly 28, 2014
Yummy food, top notch service! Just stay away from the cosmo...premade ick that shouldn't be allowed at such an establishment...*shudders*
Annie DowningOctober 6, 2014
The jalapeño cornbread, the crawfish, the jambalaya and the dessert. Everything tastes great here! So delicious! :D
Andrekka LanierJanuary 8, 2017
Blackened catfish, bananas foster creme brulee, shrimp and grits yummers!
Fernando MelendezApril 2, 2016
Amazing food, great service, unbelievable Beignets. Great experience, all around!
Bill StacyJuly 20, 2018
Etouffee, beignets, blackened catfish, shrimp and grits. Pretty much everything!!
Garrett ParkerJuly 17, 2010
Just had the gator taquitos! Fantastic! Been coming here for over 2 years (whenever they were on Ketner and Tierra Santa Blvd) and there menu still continues to expand!
Michelle StephensAugust 25, 2013
You really can't go wrong because it is all so delicious! Cajun cooking at its best.
dale watsonJune 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Super packed for Friday dinner (although worth the wait.) The bigger the party the longer the wait
Dallas OsterMarch 25, 2016
I had the chicken and grits. Very delicious.
Brett HigdonAugust 30, 2013
This place is great. Everything is good. Best Caesar salad!
Colleen AlarconMarch 3, 2016
Gumbo, oyster Caesar salad, etoufee . Great advice team
Shane MartinMay 16, 2015
Red Beans & Rice with Jalapeno Cornbread is legit
Tim WattsFebruary 13, 2013
Enjoyed the Catfish St Charles, very much. Ask for more dressing on the Caesar salad.
Desire' OliverMay 17, 2012
The pecan cheesecake is so phenomenal I bought a whole pie <3
Trisha JonesMay 11, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The seafood bisque is fantastic. Lots of seafood in it. The jambalaya is a favorite too.
Jolie NovakFebruary 17, 2021
Get a jalapeno corn muffin, you won't be sorry!
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Dave WellsJune 14, 2010
Cajun jambalaya, BBQ shrimp po'boy, bread pudding and sweet tea. THAT is a meal that is hard to beat ANYWHERE in San Diego!
Jaz BeeNovember 6, 2010
Try the catfish st. Charles, its perfect. Leaves enough room for their bread pudding dessert!
Fred RodolfoOctober 1, 2011
Been here 10+ times
For starters, try the Creole Caviar and a bottle of Purple Haze.
MizzmaricelApril 13, 2013
Seafood Bisque and shrimp creola taste so good
AlexFebruary 15, 2016
Shrimp and Grits were delicious!
Theresa StevensAugust 26, 2014
The Shrimp and Grits are the best.
Durward DunnNovember 24, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The roast beef po-boy is the best I've had outside of N'awlins
Mark DMarch 22, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Parking and seating is a bit of a premium around here. Place gets packed at noon.
robert garrisonApril 6, 2019
The jambalaya is really good.
Lyn PMay 25, 2010
Been here 25+ times
BBQ shrimp po-boy will set your mouth on fire. Wash it down with an Abita or a Blackened Voodoo.
Jalen LeeNovember 15, 2015
The jambalaya is fantastic
Em EricaApril 12, 2014
A little bit hidden in an office park
Lester LieOctober 3, 2014
Oyster shooters and jalapeño corn bread
Racquel COctober 5, 2012
Their fried oyster plate is yummy!
Courtney NesomJune 12, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Louisiana food is on point!
Colleen AlarconMarch 3, 2016
Great service team!
Eddie GonzalezApril 23, 2016
Had the pork hash
Mel CarrJuly 7, 2013
Been here 5+ times
It's all good!
Liza EllisJune 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The best red beans and rice in California!!! And Sergio is awesome!!!
Roland HammorkJanuary 25, 2016
Entire menu
Patti AdamsJanuary 5, 2012
Wednesday "happyevening". Half price beer and wine!
Liza EllisApril 20, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Go to Bud's and make sure to leave room for dessert!!! Read more
L JMay 3, 2014
Place is dope!!!!
Don HarmonJune 28, 2010
Awesome New Orleans Cuisine. "Family" owned Read more
Nicole McCleafOctober 28, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Have lunch on the outdoor patio.
Elizabeth LainMarch 6, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The catfish st. Charles is amazing
Craig BalbenApril 20, 2010
Order the crawfish ettouffe (ay-two-fay)!

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