225561 Tue Aug 16 21:50:01 -0700 2005 3 18 Manhattan 0 1199588 Has ANYONE tried J.I's NYC on Columbus and 78th? Chow it up and YIKES? Tue Aug 16 21:50:01 -0700 2005 0 Josh Eisenman 1 1199607 not sure what "Chow it up and YIKES?" means, but lots of people have been there. I found it ok but not great and not worth a special trip. And my asesment is better than most folks'. Tue Aug 16 23:44:23 -0700 2005 1199588 0 xavier 1 1199670 As far as i know if you are looking for cajun/new orleans cuisine the best place is . . .New Orleans. I have been to Delta Grill, not impressed, except for the beer, and have not heard any great raves about JI. Wed Aug 17 10:30:39 -0700 2005 1199588 0 ericNYC1 2 1199708 I used to live in New Orleans and ate at the JI's there all the time. It's one of the best restaurants in New Orleans. Was very excited when Jacque built the one hear in NY, but it's just a very pale imitation. Creole is just one of those foods that Northeasterns can't seem to get right. Wed Aug 17 12:13:01 -0700 2005 1199670 0 James