The Bayou – American
Stepping into The Bayou feels like entering a vibrant, high-energy celebration where the bold heat of Cajun spices meets the luxurious indulgence of butter-poached seafood. Diners feast on everything from chilled Maine lobster rolls to decadent crawfish-topped toasts, while steaming seafood bags invite a hands-on experience that is as playful as it is flavorful. This is a space designed for the bold, where every bite of rich lobster mac and cheese serves as a decadent centerpiece for a spirited, unforgettable meal.
8939 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood CA 90069 https://thebayouweho.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food and perfectly portioned dishes, highlighting a menu that consistently impresses with its quality and variety. Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting atmosphere, the space offers a memorable setting where guests frequently praise the attentive and knowledgeable service. Reviewers particularly appreciate the staff’s expertise and warm hospitality, noting that the combination of excellent flavors and a relaxed environment makes for an exceptional dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Snack-Sized Slay - $13.99: 1/4 lb wild-caught shrimp, buttery Cajun corn, baby potatoes, and sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pinch Me Daddy - $14.99: Cajun seafood snack Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Mac & Cheese - $20: Macaroni, cheese sauce, lobster meat Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish A La Carte Toast - $9: Succulent crawfish with Cajun flavors on toasted bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Maine Lobster Roll (Cold) - $28: Cold lobster meat on a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Connecticut Lobster Roll (Warm) - $28: Warm lobster meat with butter on a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil’ Cajun Cutie - $44: 1/2 lb shrimp, 1/4 lb prawns, 1/2 lb crawfish, 1/4 lb andouille, corn, cornbread, potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Power Bottom Bag - $69: 1 lb shrimp, 1/4 lb prawns, 3/4 lb snow crab, 1/2 lb crawfish, andouille, corn, cornbread, potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Character Meal - $105: 1 lb shrimp, 1/4 lb prawns, 3/4 lb snow crab, 1 lb crawfish, 3 lobster tails, andouille, corn, cornbread, potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bayou Baddie - $135: Large Cajun seafood boil bag Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Gag Bag - $165: Extra large Cajun seafood boil bag Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Hour Duo - $50: 64oz cocktail pitcher, 2 lbs shrimp, 1/2 lb andouille, 1/2 lb potatoes, 4 corn, cornbread Available at: dinner, lunch
Group Feasts
- THE KIKI KIT - $195: 3 lb shrimp, 3/4 lb prawns, 2 lb snow crab, 2 lb crawfish, 1 lb andouille, 2.5 lb potatoes, 8 corn, cornbread loaf Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- THE DRAG BRUNCH BUNDLE - $375: 5 lb shrimp, 1.5 lb prawns, 4 lb snow crab, 3 lb crawfish, 2 lb andouille, 4 lb potatoes, 12 corn, cornbread loaf Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- THE LEGENDARY GIRL DINNER - $549: 5 lb shrimp, 2 lb prawns, 4 lb snow crab, 3 lb crawfish, 12 lobster tails, 3 lb andouille, 3.5 lb potatoes, 12 corn, cornbread loaf Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cajun Butter Boys - $4.95: Signature Cajun butter sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Butter Cornbread (2) - $7: Sweet cornbread with honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil' Buttery Potatoes - $3: Baby potatoes in butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saucy Ramen Noodles - $6: Ramen noodles in Cajun sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Andouille Sausage - $4: Smoked Cajun sausage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Sweet Baby Corn - $3.5: Corn on the cob with Cajun seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Beignets - $7: Fried dough with powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Jolly Rancher Shot - $8: Vodka and candy flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Jumbo Jell-O Syringe - $8: Blue Razz or Cherry gelatin shot Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Yellow Snow Slushie - $12: Vodka, Tropical Yellow Red Bull Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Martini Slush - $12: Frozen iced coffee cocktail Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Butter Beer Draft Cocktail - $14: Vanilla vodka, butterscotch, cream soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Hand Grenade - $14: Vodka, rum, gin, melon, pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Gaga-rita - $14: Tequila, margarita mix, watermelon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Modelo Beer - $5: Mexican lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Topo Chico - $5: Sparkling mineral water
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