Henry's Louisiana Grill

10/22/08

Wacky Henry, good food, impeccable but friendly service....

by Caralinda at Citysearch

We've been going to Henry's since shortly after it opened, back when Henry, his wife, and his kids (then very little) practically lived in the place. Henry's quickly garnered a following. (It's not uncommon to see license plates from 10 or more counties parked up and down the street.) Food is very good and service quick and friendly. Despite having to wait on weekend nights for a table, once seated, diners never feel pressured to finish up and leave. Henry, whose chef's attire gets wilder by the week, personally greets guests at every table with his trademark opening line, "Welcome to my home!" and keeps his wait staff hopping. (I hear that he's a perfectionist both in the kitchen and out front; his young waiters know that he will tolerate nothing less than their best.) Portions are above average and guests can make substitutions without getting annoyed looks from the wait staff: For example, for one of the pasta dishes,I always substitute linguini for the angel hair pasta, which can be overcooked and sticky in any restaurant. One evening, my husband and and I, as well as two other couples, made a meal of appetizers. We ordered two of each, sat back with our generous drinks, and enjoyed a tasty variety. I've never had "room" for dessert at Henry's, but my husband and our friends all rave about them, as the perfect ending to a perfect meal.

• Pros: Friendly service, good food, variety of price points to suit every wallet.
• Cons: Dining room can be a bit noisy.

09/20/07

CAJUN FOOD ------- O T P

by appstate77 at Citysearch

Great food - great low key atmosphere --

our wait staff was incredible - and even Henry's bad pants selection didn't set us off from the food

a fun - easy night ----

prices reasonable

needs more ventilation

and parking is difficult

• Pros: good food, solid service -
• Cons: parking - ventilation

08/02/07

Flavors spot on.

by pucstah at Citysearch

Went there for a lunch on 08/02/07. Ordered the Oh-la-la and the Bayou Cake (lunch, not appetizer). Being somewhat a culinary aficionado, it takes a bit to impress me. I do have to say this place was definitely on the list of better places to eat in Acworth and the general surrounding area. The prices are reasonable and the food was spot on -- all the people who claim to 'know' what Louisiana food is supposed to taste like and then turn up their nose at this place don't know what they're talking about. They do have a few classic dishes and some nuevo-cajun stuff, which I particularly enjoy. The cake was tender, the seafood was fresh, and the seasonings weren't overpowering -- they added a nice depth of flavor and plenty of warmth. The service was polite and very attentive -- my drink was never half empty.

This place is definitely worth stopping by.

• Pros: Prices, Quality of Food, Service
• Cons: Busy downtown area, not enough seating

11/08/06

Good Food, Great Prices

by hatter782 at Citysearch

This was 3 weeks ago so it's not too fresh, but 1 reviewer is correct in saying the selection of true louisiana cuisine is limited. Mostly a Southern favorites menu. But I have to say the food was extremely good and the portions adequate. My date had the etouffee and I the ooh la la. The prices can't be beat. Service was very good and slightly informal which I prefer. Just a bit on the noisy side from the size of the crowd. After the meal, the cook, I assume owner, maybe Henry himself, came out to greet us and check about the meal and service. I consider this to be a class act.

• Pros: Food, service and prices
• Cons: Kind of noisy

07/18/02

8

by stevechapman at Citysearch

The Lousina O' la'la is awsome - cornbread is to die for and the breadpudding is great

Some of the best Cajun this side of New Orleans

• Pros: Food, Price
• Cons: crowded