Ernest's Orleans - Shreveport

Everything was outstanding, perfect in every way. Highly recommend!

I cannot even begin to express my gratitude to this restaurant for the unbelievable above and beyond service. My best friend and I traveled from Missouri to Ernest 's for the purpose of getting bananas foster tableside (personal connection). I put in the note that this was a special birthday for my friend and I wanted the night to be great for her. Never in a million years did I expect the special night we received. Chef Ernest did our bananas foster personally, my friend was served a special dessert and song, and Chef Ernest delivered a message and gift for my friend that left us both in awe and broke us down into tears immediately. It was the most beautiful night and the people who work in and own this restaurant are literal angels on earth. They restored our souls and we left feeling blessed. In addition, the food was to die for, the atmosphere was picturesque, and I would make the 8-hour drive again and again to support this restaurant. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rough looking waitstaff, couldn’t give suggestions, only repeated the special. Place looked like there should be a pool table in the corner. We went because it’s supposed to be a famous Shreveport restaurant, but it’s hay day might be in the past. The food was good, but overall I wouldn’t recommend to my friends.

Warmly greeted by our waiter Jordan. We ordered the marinated crab claws $18) which were served with a gremolata. This dish was excellent. At Jordan’s recommendation we all ordered the Snapper Shreve $52). This entree was horrible. The fish was old, dry and very fishy tasting and the crabmeat topping was equally fishy. I could not eat it and sent it back. My dining companions were not comfortable sending their’s back but they did not like it. Jordan was very understanding and handled the situation professionally. I replaced my entree with fried shrimp because I thought that would be safe. Six shrimp for $32. The shrimp were ok but not outstanding. The entrees were way overpriced. I realize Shreveport in not near the coast so transportation costs are higher but the quality of the product they are serving is lacking. I have no interest in returning to Ernest’s.

Everything was excellent from the vibe in the restaurant to the excellent customer service. Tommy was wonderful and the food was delicious!