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Cajun Queen

4.7
4.7
2196 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cajun
Home to the flavorsome platters of South Louisiana, Cajun Queen is a converted home restaurant, the architecture of which dates back to the vintage early 18th century. A nostalgic iteration of the 1980's New Orleans greets the visiting patrons, with purple, green and golden themed décor priming the interiors at Cajun Queen. The dining experience is equally comfortable, and customers can cine in the living room, expanded restroom, sunroom or wrought iron rooftop terrace. From crawfish to seafood, gumbo to steak—the servings at Cajun Queen are a concoction of culinary choices. Fried shrimp, etouffee, blackened chicken breast, bayou platter, ribeye steak and frenbch cut pork chop are often the most ladled platters which customers like to order. Wine servings prime the bar area to complement the authentic Cajun flavors.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Cajun, American

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (704) 377-9017

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    William Wssling

  • Neighborhood

    Elizabeth

  • Cross street

    Lamar

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Entertainment

    Live Dixieland Band Every night.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

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  1. Katie

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Cajun Queen is a classic, Charlotte staple. The food and atmosphere never disappoint. Will keep coming back.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    I had a reservation for a special date/event. It was a first time try for my girlfriend. I talked the place up so she could try it. Once she heard beignets and shrimp scampi, she was sold. I had a reservation for 1:30, not only was I sat late, we waited 40+ minutes to be served. It was not busy, and servers were literally standing, talking and laughing. My girlfriend ordered her food to go, and the food was stone cold once we received it. I was highly dissatisfied. In the past I never really had issues but this time I was absolutely outrageous.
  3. JoeA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The shrimp appetizer was only shrimp in sauce. Delicious but not what I expected for an appetizer. White rice, potatoes and broccli were the two primary items served with the entrees. Sweet potatoe or polenta and other green vegetable options would have been nice. Quaint house conversion. Keeping the spaces separated by walls gave the dining rooms an excellent sense of intimacy although it is a large venue. It gave a sense of local warmth with elbow room and space to walk without disturbing the guests next door. Valentines Day venue. Wooden floors. Nice cafe tables upstairs with platform for live music. I would go back.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely Amazing! The staff was friendly and attentive, the food and drinks were amazing, and the live band was a great addition to the overall experience! One of the best restaurants in Charlotte!
  5. Auburn

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food! Great service! Our favorite resturant!
  6. jlojams

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    While my husband and I have had the pleasure of enjoying the food and ambience of Cajun Queen, this was the first time for the people who were with us. They let us know that they enjoyed everything about this restaurant and would definitely return again
  7. JohnL

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. My husband and I eat here quite often.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Graduation celebration with friends
  9. Bette

    Charlotte

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Cajun Queen....our favorite place for seafood dishes!
  10. LindbergS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was top shelf. Dakota took very good care of us. 10 out of 10 rating.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Best New Orleans restaurant in Charlotte.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a Date Night or to take the family.
  13. DeeLo

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Our food was good. However our server Scott was distant on his communication with us. He didnt tell us about the daily specials that were available. He didn't offer us any complimentary bread the entire time we were dining We had to ask a busser for bread before we left because we saw another waiter bring out bread to their table. He just did not seem friendly for a server. But I have 3 stars for service because my great aunt did not like the Diane dish it was too spicy so Scott got it swapped out for something way less spicy and he kept our water glasses filled. Maybe he was just having a bad day. But we will go back hopefully we will get a different server
  14. Linrun

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A Charlotte favorite that never disappoints. From the time we walked in until the time we left - professional and courteous staff. Food was excellent!
  15. TraceyC

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We were one of the first groups to be seated for Mothers Day Brunch so a bit quiet, was expecting live music but not performing at brunch
  16. KelvinH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. The atmosphere was excellent and we had attentive staff who took care of our party of 4
  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely love The Cajun QUeen! Our server was excellent, food, atmosphere- all excellent
  18. LPNL

    Charlotte

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The Queen! What a great neighborhood place. The environment is nice, food very good, service great. Live music is such an important part of going to the Cajun Queen. I definitely recommend that you book a table today.
  19. ElaineF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a fun celebration to be at Cajun Queen! The jazz band is awesome and so personable to the audience. The servers are consistently efficient and attentive. Food is presented beautifully and always scrumptious
  20. Lovecajunqueen

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love love Cajun Queen. The food is always great. The service is great. We always have the shrimp étouffée.
  21. donnac

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding shrimp and grits, red by red beans and rice gumbo. The service was outstanding. The waitress was so friendly we sat outside with my dog so wonderful.
  22. NCFoodie

    Western NC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    The food was good as usual. Our waitress forgot to put in our appetizer. We never received the complimentary bread that is usually served either. I had the New Orleans Platter, and the scallops were cooked perfectly as always. The bathrooms were nasty and full of flying insects.
  23. JelinaT

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great experience at Cajun queen and this time was no different. Our food tasted great and our server was very attentive and polite.
  24. DubbleD

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great for date night. I would also think for family gathering.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service!!! There were so many choices, I couldn't decide on what to order!
  26. ArnoldL

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Self Parking is always an issue. They encourage valet parking but I'm not incline to trust them with my vehicle. They tend to move around a lot and park extremely close.
  27. Songbunnymama

    Charlotte

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Popped in for a quick meal before an event. Lucked into Jazmyn (Jasmin?) as our server. She was delightful — knowledgeable, funny, attentive without being intrusive. Made the evening even nicer. Started with the fried green tomatoes with remoulade. The tomatoes were nice and crispy, remoulade fine, but could’ve had a bit more kick. Also enjoyed a Hurricane and my husband had a Sazerac. Both good. My husband had the crawfish etouffee which he loved. Generous portion, nicely seasoned. I had the fried oysters with Cole slaw and garlic mashed potatoes. Oysters were super crispy on the outside while still being plump and juicy in each bite. I had never had their oysters before, and was not disappointed in the least. Finished with a shared bread pudding, always tasty.
  28. JaniceK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The mashed potatoes were not very good. They taste like imitation potatoes. Otherwise, the food was good.
  29. RobertC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service as always. I highly recommend.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This was my first time...the popcorn crawfish was so good we had 2 orders!! I'm very sensitive to very spicy food so I asked for the BBQ shrimp and the waitress said the chef could do it mild which im cool with a little heat...needless to say it was so spicy I got chocked...but no fault on the chef...Im sure some folks love food that spicy...I just dont do well with it but the shrimp and grits were good too!!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cajun chicken pasta was amazing and the service was great!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love to go to Cajun Queen for date night or any other night! Outstanding food, outstanding service EVERY SINGLE TIME!!
  33. ChloeS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing! Our server Ann Marie was nice and super helpful! We loved everything! Will definitely be back soon!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome service, food and atmosphere. The recommendation was excellent in regards to the total experience. We will definitely come again.
  35. foodfan

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy an evening at Cajun Queen. The food is marvelous and the ambiance is fun.
  36. KathyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best Cajun food we have found in the Southern States. Our server was excellent. Recommend the southern bbq shrimps. Nicely spicy.
  37. TheoB

    Charlotte

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband birthday. Candice did a wonderful job to ensure he had a memorable time. The band sang to him which was fabulous!
  38. Judy

    Charlotte

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We always enjoy Cajun Queen. Our Server, Jared and his assistant were fantastic. I had the 14 oz French cut pork chop (which I always have), and it is mouth-watering. My spouse got one of your other entrees, and it was delicious too. I wish you would open up another location in Ballantyne.
  39. QuanettaC

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    The server disappeared for a long time only checking once to ensure our needs were me. Had to present our payment to another server in turn he forwarded the payment to the original server. The check was split using cash and card only the card was returned the server took upon herself that the change is her tip without asking first. Unprofessional and poor taste
  40. LarryL

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic restaurant. We have been customers for many years. Highly recommend.

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Cajun Queen is rated 4.7 stars by 2196 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Cajun Queen

1800 East 7th street, Charlotte, NC 28204

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Lamar

  • Neighborhood

    Elizabeth

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Cajun, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    William Wssling

  • Entertainment

    Live Dixieland Band Every night.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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