BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE – American
New Orleans cooking in downtown Sanford, on East First Street, with a second kitchen up the road in Longwood. The operator calls it authentic New Orleans cuisine and culture, and the menu backs the claim: Bayou Gumbo, Holy Trinity Crab Cakes, chargrilled oysters, Bayou Lobster Mac, jambalaya, shrimp creole, crawfish boils and fried alligator bites. Po'boys anchor the sandwich list; a Cajun dip of several melted cheeses arrives with garlic bread. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan substitutions are handled rather than grudged. It is a kitchen and a lounge in equal measure, which is how a Crescent City room should feel.
115 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771 646-422-9100 https://thebayouorlando.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, renal, tlc
Diet fit at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
Dairy-Free at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cajun Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Fries, Shrimp Po' Boy and Crawfish Etouffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gator Bites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cajun Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Fries and Beignets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crawfish Etouffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Fries, Crawfish Etouffee and Beignets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE in Sanford has 6 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Fries, Shrimp Po' Boy and Crawfish Etouffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Gator Bites | 21.6 g | 29.1 g |
| Catfish Platter | 68.4 g | 27.2 g |
| Boudin Balls | 75.7 g | 19.3 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
| Shrimp Po' Boy | 96.6 g | 13.7 g |
| Beignets | 35.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Crawfish Etouffee | 40 g | 5.8 g |
| Cajun Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Gator Bites - $14.99: Tender alligator meat, seasoned and fried Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boudin Balls - $10.99: Traditional Cajun pork and rice sausage balls, breaded and fried Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $9.99: Sliced green tomatoes, cornmeal crusted, served with remoulade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Shrimp Po' Boy - $15.99: Fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayo on French bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Platter - $17.99: Cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets served with fries and coleslaw Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya - $18.99: Classic Creole rice dish with chicken, andouille sausage, and shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Etouffee - $19.99: Crawfish tails smothered in a rich roux-based gravy over rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cajun Fries - $4.99: Seasoned French fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans and Rice - $6.99: Slow-cooked red beans with smoked sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Beignets - $7.99: Fried dough topped with powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE
- Is BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cajun Fries.
- What can I eat at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE on a dairy-free diet?
- Cajun Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Cajun Fries.
- What is the highest-protein dish at BAYOU KITCHEN & LOUNGE?
- Gator Bites, at roughly 29.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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