Magnolia

[nasilemak]

Has anyone been to Magnolias in Inman Square recently? Is their Jambalaya good? Any recommendations? Thank you!

[katzzz]

I've eaten in Magnolia's since it opened more than 20 years ago (which dates back to when it opened as Cajun Yankee, but it continues with the same chef/owner today) and I"ve never had a less than enjoyable meal there. And I have had numerous great meals -- a baked oysters w/bacon and rosemary casserole (one of their frequent monthly theme specials) I had a couple of years ago stands out in my mind. It's a fun place for just-ambitious-enough Southern-leaning-toward-New Orleans food at a reasonable price. Now if only they had a full liquor license it would be perfect (but the beer and wine selection is adequate).

[Elyssa]

I totally agree with katzzz. Magnolia's (aka The Cajun Yankee) was one of my favorite restaurants growing up outside of Boston. I've been eating there since I was a kid and I've always had great meals there. My parents return a couple times a year.

My big memory was their popcorn shrimp, catfish dishes and gumbo. It's been awhile since I've been back so I don't know if the quality has changed but in terms of cajun food in Boston this place is great.

I always thought it's a cute little date spot too.

[bachslunch]

It's been a couple years since I went to Magnolia's, but I was very impressed with their food at the time.

[DavisSquare]

Good desserts. Pecan and key lime pies. Mmm.

[gini]

Magnolias is not earth shattering, but it's pretty good. Everything is a little too cooked and a little too dry for me, but they carry some great Southern beers and comfort food. I actually quite like their Jambalaya. They fry well, but their shoe string sweet potatoes are tasteless.