J. Gumbo's – American
The air hums with a festive, Big Easy energy, thick with the intoxicating aroma of slow-simmered dark roux and piquant spices that promise a soulful escape. Guests gather over steaming bowls of smoky jambalaya and velvety etouffée, or dive into communal plates of crawfish cheese dip and customizable nachos that bring a playful, social spirit to the table. From the sweet heat of honey sriracha chicken to the deep, traditional comforts of chicken and sausage gumbo, every dish serves as a bold, spice-kissed tribute to the vibrant flavors of the bayou.
40206 https://jgumbos.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, soy-free
Diet fit at J. Gumbo's
Dairy-Free at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Chili and Voodoo Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Voodoo Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Chili, Crawfish Cheese Dip and Bumblebee Stew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bourbon Street Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including White Chili. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Chili, Bumblebee Stew and Black & Bleu Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Voodoo Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at J. Gumbo's
J. Gumbo's in Louisville has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bumblebee Stew, Black & Bleu Dip and Chicken Red Hot Po' Boy. 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 J. Gumbo's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| White Chili | 134 g | 48.6 g |
| Bourbon Street Chicken | 5.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Voodoo Chicken | 84.8 g | 37.8 g |
| Drunken Chicken | 26.6 g | 37.5 g |
| Etouffée | 66.5 g | 33.2 g |
| Chicken & Sausage Gumbo | 11.2 g | 11.1 g |
| Southern Bread Pudding | 58.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Chicken Red Hot Po' Boy | 11.8 g | 2.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its flavorful Drunken Chicken, guests consistently praise the high-quality food and reasonable prices that make it a reliable favorite. Reviewers highlight the great service and attentive staff, noting that the menu
Menu
Appetizers
- Make-Your-Own Nachos: Crispy tortilla chips topped with choice of entrée, shredded cheese, sour cream, jalapeño and green onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Cheese Dip: Crawfish Étouffée blended with cheddar cheese & red chili powder. Served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black & Bleu Dip: Bumblebee stew sprinkled with cheese and served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Big Bowl Entrées
- Bourbon Street Chicken: Tender chicken slow-cooked in a lightly sweet hoisin sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Sausage Gumbo: Deep brown roux, onions, celery, bell peppers, shredded chicken & smoked sausage Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Etouffée: Choice of crawfish, shrimp, or spinach & mushroom smothered in golden roux with celery, onion, black, white & red pepper Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya: Creole-style jambalaya with smoked sausage, shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions and celery Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Sriracha Chicken: Tender chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and spicy honey sriracha sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Voodoo Chicken: Slow-cooked chicken in spicy Cajun tomato sauce with garlic and Voodoo spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jean Lafitte Bowl: Voodoo chicken and bumblebee stew served over steamed rice, topped with shredded cheese, jalapeños, sour cream and green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans & Rice: Creamy slow-cooked Camellia beans with yellow onion, smoked sausage and Cajun seasonings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bumblebee Stew: Yellow corn, stewed tomatoes, onions and black beans in sweet and spicy cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Chicken: Tender chicken slow-cooked with garlic, stewed tomatoes, Cajun spices and lager beer Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Chili: Great Northern beans simmered with onions, celery, cilantro, stewed tomatoes, jalapeño, dill and clove Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Po Boys and Wraps
- Drunken Chicken Po' Boy: French bread or wrap loaded with Drunken Chicken and green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jean Lafitte Po' Boy: Bumblebee stew and Voodoo chicken topped with shredded cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and sour cream on French bread or wrap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Voodoo Chicken Po' Boy: Spicy Voodoo chicken on French bread or wrap with green onions and Voodoo spice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Red Hot Po' Boy: Shredded chicken in tangy Cajun buffalo sauce with red onions, celery and bleu cheese crumbles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fruit Cobbler: Thick-crusted deep-dish fruit pie. Available in Peach, Apple, or Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Southern Bread Pudding: Pulled bread tossed in sweet custard and baked, topped with rum sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about J. Gumbo's
- Is J. Gumbo's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. J. Gumbo's has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Chili and Voodoo Chicken.
- What can I eat at J. Gumbo's on a dairy-free diet?
- White Chili and Voodoo Chicken carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does J. Gumbo's have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including White Chili.
- Is J. Gumbo's gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at J. Gumbo's?
- White Chili, at roughly 48.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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