re: Roux 61 grill

Went for dinner Wednesday night with the family. Looks nothing like Boutin's on the inside, which is a plus. Initially told a 15 minute wait, but we were seated 5 minutes later.

Beer selection was above average. Got a Founders Nitro Oatmeal Stout and later an Abita Wrought Iron IPA. $5.50 craft beer pints isn't a bad price.

I split the fried shrimp loaf with my 9 year old daughter. The shrimp were huge, but fried nicely. I would have preferred smaller shrimp and more of them instead of fewer jumbo shrimp. The fries were fries, but cooked well enough.

The wife got the shrimp and alligator sausage cheesecake. It was really good. Not a huge portion, but very filling.

Older daughter got a cheeseburger. Half pound burger appeared to be cooked a perfect medium and the bun at least looked to be high quality. She ate half and took half home, but I didn't get to try it.

All in all, there was a bunch of stuff on the menu that looked interesting and that I'd like to try. I'll be back, as it's close to our house.