The outside of this restaurant is very unimpressive, but the inside is well decorated and the food is outstanding. We have been to many very expensive restaurants and have not had a meal this good. Casual atmosphere, we went with our grown children and all of us loved everything we ordered!

Went here on Mothers day for lunch. The food is excellent. There were 4 of us in our party and everyone had a different meal. From the start, the bread that they bring you is hot and very good. We had fried okra and it was some of the best I have ever had. We enjoyed two bowls of gumbo... More

Excellent menu choices and delicious food. Try and visit on a Thursday evening. We dined on the patio and were treated to a fun evening with Ray Lesonn playing jazz outside. The place was filled with a lot of regular customers and we felt very welcome. Chef John and Ray Lesonn pay special attention to their guests. I highly recommend... More

This is a very pleasant no-frills restaurant - very enjoyable food, plenty of choice and it certainly won't break the bank. Great for small groups (it is only a small place), couples & families.

The menu is varied with focus on fish and smoked meat/chicken. My husband LOVED the smoked pulled pork,ribs and chicken along with the grits and collard greens and he is very picky!! My blacken catfish and macaroni and cheese was very good. Loved the buns that they bring at the start of the meal. The service was excellent too. It's... More

We were drawn here by the good reviews here on Trip Advisor. Wow, were they right! We both had the Crepe St. Jacques. Every mouthful was a flavor sensation. The portions are just right, not huge so you need to take half home. Definitely recommend this place, but make reservations or get there early as the place fills up, even... More

We first 'discovered' Chef John's in January, 2011. Since then, we have visited Disney on about 8 more occasions. On EVERY trip to the Disney area, we visit Chef John's at least once during our stay. We especially like the expanded menu with the addition of the 'smoke house' (BBQ) choices. If you go, be sure to try the key... More

We ate again tonight s chef johns the food was perfection I had the Parmesan crusted Gruper it was lovely the portion was just right too.My wife had the cajan Salmon salad which was delicious too. I usually have the BBQ smoked ribs or brisket both great so tasty, the food here is always well seasoned and cooked just right... More

Ordered take out for lunch. Had the club sandwich on ciabatta bread...delicious, also had a piece of key lime pie...delicious!