Cafe Bamboo
New Orleans, Louisiana

a vegetarian place which should please the nonvegetarian friends (we were one of each). Pokoras starter: lightly enough breaded to taste the veggies fully, accompanied by a superb dipping sauce--could make a whole lunch off these. We tried two rice bowls, Creole and Mafe, which were full platters, big meals. The peanut sauce on the Mafe is the best peanut sauce I have had anywhere. Attentive service. Small dining area with nice atmosphere. Good variety of drinks. Beautiful courtyard. Will definitely return to Bamboo.

Recently traveled to NOLA and found this place. Henceforth when I now think of the Big Easy, I'll think of Cafe Bamboo. Walked there on a typical Nawlins day, one minute crazy hot & humid, then next a downpour of rain. Found this on the seedy edge of the French Quarter, and from the outside, it looks like a drive bar that has seen much better days. I opened the door and while it retained its dive bar mystique, inside it felt funky, cool & homey all at once. DJ turntable spinning, eclectic art on the wall, diverse crowd, etc. Now to the important stuff - the food was incredibly delicious -- the Sol "Chik'n" Po'Boy dressed & served on French Bread served with sweet potato fries was totally yummy. The Collard Green Rolls were also tasty. Although I had mineral water to drink, it was comforting to have a full bar only steps away from table. The staff were helpful and added a down home feel. My only complaint was the funky cushions on the chairs and benchs have seen better days.