Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2538 River Landing, Monroe, LA 71201
Phone: (318) 582-5333
Website: https://www.jaypappas.com/
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Reviews
Dervin Davis
Went with friends. Everyone loved everything. Best food I’ve had in a VERY long time.
Our server Jay was so knowledgeable she kept recommending bangers!
Started with the pomegranate margarita that was great.
The duck wrap was so good I ordered it twice!
The oysters rockerfeller was some of the best oyster I’ve had the spinach on it was soft, tender, flavourful.
The Cajun pasta with blackened shrimp that Jay recommended was the salad that accompanied it was also great I ate the whole thing.
The spinach side was on point.
The chocolate cake was 10/10 but the bread pudding was 16.5/10 I had to share it with everyone.
I ate one bread pudding and bought one to take home.
I ate way too much and I don’t regret it. The chef was on point tonight
… moreOur server Jay was so knowledgeable she kept recommending bangers!
Started with the pomegranate margarita that was great.
The duck wrap was so good I ordered it twice!
The oysters rockerfeller was some of the best oyster I’ve had the spinach on it was soft, tender, flavourful.
The Cajun pasta with blackened shrimp that Jay recommended was the salad that accompanied it was also great I ate the whole thing.
The spinach side was on point.
The chocolate cake was 10/10 but the bread pudding was 16.5/10 I had to share it with everyone.
I ate one bread pudding and bought one to take home.
I ate way too much and I don’t regret it. The chef was on point tonight
Samyra Burbank
The wings and pappas fries were delicious! Looking forward to going back to try the full menu. Only appetizers were available at the time that I went with my brother.
… moreChip Wells
We came here to try something new in town. We ordered the duck wraps to start off. They were okay. They were not the best that we have had. Our side salad was great. We had one fried shrimp plate and one grilled shrimp plate. They were so-so. Our sides were really good. We had green beans and fried okra. I will say our service was top notch. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. The guy who came to bus the table was even very friendly and engaging. This is almost unheard of these days. We might consider going back for this reason alone.
… moreTaylor “TaylorB” B
11-17-26 Update: Updating my review to 1 star based on the owner’s response. Customers don’t owe you a review every time they walk through the door. What you owe customers is consistency. Given the tone of your reply, it’s a lot clearer why this place has shut down and reopened multiple times—and it’ll likely happen again if leadership keeps operating with that mindset.
It’s the owner’s responsibility to ensure the restaurant is properly staffed, that large parties are staggered instead of stacked on top of one another, and that the kitchen and restroom flow is handled internally. A customer has no way of knowing who’s staff when people are coming out of the bathroom in aprons.
Our waitress was covering three large parties at once. We all arrived at different times and somehow ended up leaving together because service was so backed up. When we asked for simple things, she bounced to other tables and forgot half of what we requested. That’s not on her—that’s on management for setting her up to fail. And no, we weren’t interested in sending food back just to wait another extended period.
With the price point of your dinner menu, quality should be exceptional, not inconsistent. You might consider taking notes from restaurants like The WareHouse No. 1 on Walnut Street—30+ years in business because they prioritize consistent service and reliable food, every single visit.
This could be a great establishment, but not with the current approach.
11-15-25 I’ve been a loyal customer for years and have recommended this spot to plenty of people, but my visit on 11/15 was a complete miss. The drinks were elite as always, and the bathrooms were clean—but that’s where the wins stopped.
Service moved at a crawl. The entire operation felt out of sync: kitchen staff wandering around with no clear workflow, even entering and leaving the restroom with aprons still on—which is a major sanitation red flag. Floor staff looked stretched thin with zero support.
The food quality was the biggest disappointment. My steak was mostly fat caps, nowhere near the standard you’d expect at this price point. The turnip greens were drowning in vinegar, and overall the meal lacked flavor and finesse. When you’re spending over $200, you expect a premium experience, not an afterthought.
This visit completely shifted my perception. I won’t be returning or recommending this place until leadership gets the quality, staffing, and operational efficiency back on track. There’s too much potential here for the customer experience to be this inconsistent. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and course-corrects for future guests.
… moreIt’s the owner’s responsibility to ensure the restaurant is properly staffed, that large parties are staggered instead of stacked on top of one another, and that the kitchen and restroom flow is handled internally. A customer has no way of knowing who’s staff when people are coming out of the bathroom in aprons.
Our waitress was covering three large parties at once. We all arrived at different times and somehow ended up leaving together because service was so backed up. When we asked for simple things, she bounced to other tables and forgot half of what we requested. That’s not on her—that’s on management for setting her up to fail. And no, we weren’t interested in sending food back just to wait another extended period.
With the price point of your dinner menu, quality should be exceptional, not inconsistent. You might consider taking notes from restaurants like The WareHouse No. 1 on Walnut Street—30+ years in business because they prioritize consistent service and reliable food, every single visit.
This could be a great establishment, but not with the current approach.
11-15-25 I’ve been a loyal customer for years and have recommended this spot to plenty of people, but my visit on 11/15 was a complete miss. The drinks were elite as always, and the bathrooms were clean—but that’s where the wins stopped.
Service moved at a crawl. The entire operation felt out of sync: kitchen staff wandering around with no clear workflow, even entering and leaving the restroom with aprons still on—which is a major sanitation red flag. Floor staff looked stretched thin with zero support.
The food quality was the biggest disappointment. My steak was mostly fat caps, nowhere near the standard you’d expect at this price point. The turnip greens were drowning in vinegar, and overall the meal lacked flavor and finesse. When you’re spending over $200, you expect a premium experience, not an afterthought.
This visit completely shifted my perception. I won’t be returning or recommending this place until leadership gets the quality, staffing, and operational efficiency back on track. There’s too much potential here for the customer experience to be this inconsistent. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and course-corrects for future guests.
big red allen
Honestly wanted to give the food 3 stars but the turnip greens saved the dish..felt rushed from the start asked multiple times in less then 5 min if i knew what I wanted to eat! Appetizers came out fast hot and fresh ..main dish took over 25 min from time ordered to being served..overall ok-ish place to eat ..I always give places a second chance that will be the only reason I come back here to eat.
… moreCarlos Betts
There wasn’t a dish that was bad! We tried; the duck wraps, phenomenal! Order seconds, crab cakes, amazing. red fish supreme, chef kiss. Oysters(rockefeller), speechless. Will certainly eat here again! Our server Jilly was amazing as well!
… moreAdam & Lana – The Crain’s
We recently returned for dinner with our son and his girlfriend at this lovely restaurant, situated just off the bayou and the scenic Ouachita River. The atmosphere is beautiful, and the place is clean and well-maintained, offering both indoor and outdoor seating options.
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, they featured a couple of drink specials. We tried the Shamrock, a green coconut frozen drink, which was quite tasty. For our appetizer, we ordered the Spinach and Artichoke dip served with pita chips. It was exceptionally well-prepared and bursting with flavor.
For our entrees, we chose the Cajun Pasta, Muffaletta, and a medium-rare ribeye topped with shrimp and a sauce. The dishes were all very good. However, while the steak was flavorful, it was cooked more to a medium-well doneness rather than the requested medium-rare. The Muffaletta was delicious and came with uniquely cut fries that complemented it well. The Cajun Pasta was perfectly executed.
Unfortunately, we were too full to try any desserts this time, but we look forward to sampling them on our next visit. Overall, we rate our experience a 4.7 out of 5.
… moreIn celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, they featured a couple of drink specials. We tried the Shamrock, a green coconut frozen drink, which was quite tasty. For our appetizer, we ordered the Spinach and Artichoke dip served with pita chips. It was exceptionally well-prepared and bursting with flavor.
For our entrees, we chose the Cajun Pasta, Muffaletta, and a medium-rare ribeye topped with shrimp and a sauce. The dishes were all very good. However, while the steak was flavorful, it was cooked more to a medium-well doneness rather than the requested medium-rare. The Muffaletta was delicious and came with uniquely cut fries that complemented it well. The Cajun Pasta was perfectly executed.
Unfortunately, we were too full to try any desserts this time, but we look forward to sampling them on our next visit. Overall, we rate our experience a 4.7 out of 5.
Sierra W
Nice atmosphere. I walked in expecting a great experience but it was the complete opposite. Maybe the restaurant was overbooked with parties or maybe the service was just that bad. I ordered the redfish which was very small & very dry for $36. I never received my salad dressing that I asked for and it took 30minutes to receive my check. I give the waitress grace though because she shouldn’t have had to wait on 3 parties with 10+ people each.
… moreBrad Moore
We were seated immediately and it’s a nice decor. Our waitress was nice and prompt with everything. The best thing was the food. The tastiest thing I’ve had from a restaurant in a long while. It’s become a spot we will go to often. We want to eventually try everything.
… moreShelithia Jackson
Had to edit!
Stumbled upon this restaurant on my Google search, so we decided to try it out. Service was good. Atmosphere is good. It’s not a huge place but small and quaint. The drinks were good and strong. LOL! My food was good. My only thing was the crab cakes. It did not taste like a crab cake. It had too many fillers in it which took away from the taste. I’ve had crab cakes for 40 years and this one missed the mark in taste. However I would still go back and try other things. My oysters were good. I’ll be returning as there were other items on the Menu I would love to try.
I can’t believe I forgot about the quesadilla. OMG! They were so good. It had the right crunch to it. Very flavorful. So I’ll definitely be back for those.
… moreStumbled upon this restaurant on my Google search, so we decided to try it out. Service was good. Atmosphere is good. It’s not a huge place but small and quaint. The drinks were good and strong. LOL! My food was good. My only thing was the crab cakes. It did not taste like a crab cake. It had too many fillers in it which took away from the taste. I’ve had crab cakes for 40 years and this one missed the mark in taste. However I would still go back and try other things. My oysters were good. I’ll be returning as there were other items on the Menu I would love to try.
I can’t believe I forgot about the quesadilla. OMG! They were so good. It had the right crunch to it. Very flavorful. So I’ll definitely be back for those.