"Mulate's gumbo is the closest to home cooking that I have found in New Orleans. The fried shrimp are divine . their whole Cajun menu is absolutely delicious."--Charlotte Bollinger, philanthropist and executive vice-president of Bollinger Shipyards"One of the 10 most underrated restaurants in America. There's live Cajun music and dancing. The gumbo flaunts its okra. Spicing is not shy. And the good times roll with fried alligator and crawfish étouffée.

"--Raymond Sokolov, The Wall Street Journal"Dancin', eatin' and socializin' are de rigueur at this Warehouse District chowhall where nightly 'live' bayou bands let you tap 'your toes off' in between courses of 'traditional' . Cajun plates."--Zagat"The gumbo that comes out of Mulate's kitchen is the real deal. Even my momma would say, 'Cher, these people can cook!'"--Ken Wells, author of Gumbo Life: Tales from the Roux Bayou"If I was a local or a tourist, I'd make it my point to visit Mulate's. The service is impeccable. The staff is so friendly. The food is incredible. The atmosphere is five stars.

"--Don Radosta, owner Radosta's Restaurant, Metairie, LouisianaMulate's, known as "The Original Cajun Restaurant," first opened its doors in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Now in New Orleans, Mulate's welcomes guests from all over the world into a vibrant atmosphere where live music accompanies classic Cajun cooking! Learn the secrets to the success of this multi-generational, family-run business as the restaurant's proprietors share easy-to-follow recipes and special sections on hosting crawfish boils, brunch, game day parties--and more. Dishes include Mulate's Crabmeat Stuffing, Catfish Jambalaya, Crawfish Bisque, and Lemon Icebox Pie. You'll be ready to host a proper fais-do-do just like those who do it best!.