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Gumbo YA YA


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4.0 of 5 stars 36 ratings
36 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
4
1.0 of 5 stars
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#17 of 506 restaurants in Lexington
  • Cuisines: American, Cajun & Creole, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian
  • Price range*: €3-7 ($5-$10)
  • Address: 1080 S Broadway Ste 107, Lexington, KY 40504
  • Phone:  (859) 252-9292

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5 of 5 stars
JackLandKY   16 contributions
Lexington, KY
Nov 23, 2009

I eat here once a week--this is clearly the best cajun/creole in Lexington. Very reasonable prices, huge portions, funky atmosphere... Maque Choux is the star, but the Jambalaya is great, and feel free to try one of the rotating specials. Also, you can split a dish--try two entrees. Great way to sample multiple dishes! more

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3 of 5 stars
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Aug 31, 2009

I'm from Cajun Louisiana, so I have my own biases--turkey jambalaya? and it wasn't seasoned well, needed help from tabasco (which I hate doing). more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 14, 2009
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Good, cheap Cajun food. Rotating menu. Try the Jambalaya and Maque Choux. They usually have a good couple vegetarian options. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Dec 6, 2008

best cajun away from N'Awlins more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jun 27, 2008

Really GREAT cajun food. Everything tastes great from the jam to white chili. Just don't work for the owners. I know 3 people who have and all said it was horrible. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jun 25, 2008

The only lacking part of Ya Ya is that it's located on the hottest, most clogged part of Broadway. Otherwise, the food is financially affordable and palatably marvelous. Certainly a favorite. more

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4 of 5 stars
trip-a-daygirl   32 contributions
Lexington, Kentucky
Jun 20, 2008
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Gumbo Ya Ya is always pleasing to my palette. Their menu changes everyday so its always a welcome variety. I like that you can get a split plate and try two different entrees. Their food is generally on the hot and spicy side but that is how I like it. Their dailey menu is posted on their website at www.gumboyayaky.com.... more

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5 of 5 stars
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May 23, 2008

mmmmm yummm more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 17, 2008

Best in Lexington by far. more

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3 of 5 stars
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Apr 1, 2008

Nothing fancy; it was bland enough that my little brother loved it (Eastern Kentucky kid for whom ketchup is an adventure). But the prices are low and its not a bad meal. more

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Gumbo YA YA Address

1080 S Broadway Ste 107, Lexington, KY 40504
Tel: (859) 252-9292
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.