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Looking for an out-of-the-way, casual restaurant? A down-home place where everyone feels like a friend? And a place that cooks comfort dishes you crave?
Me-Maw’s Cajun Cuisine in Golden Meadow is just such a place.
Located at the line between Lockport and Golden Meadow – watch your speed; the Golden Meadow Police Department was issuing a ticket two doors down – Me-Maw’s dining area is spacious with tables for four situated about. The evening we visited, a family birthday gathering was keeping the waitresses busy. But they welcomed us on the spot and were quick to help us navigate Me-Maw’s five-page menu.
To start the meal, we opted for Me-Maw’s Crab Au Gratin ($10.50), which came highly recommended, and Broccoli Bites ($8.50).
Accompanied by sliced French bread, the hot, cheesy au gratin included an ample amount of crab. Me-Maw’s has a great reputation for the dish, and we understand why. My only warning: pace yourself. It would be very easy to overdo the appetizer and not have room for the meal.
The broccoli dish included my favorite veggie surrounded in creamy cheese and bacon bits, battered and deep-fried. Granted, I generally steam my broccoli, but dipped in Ranch dressing, this was a tasty way to go, too.
For dinner, my guests opted for Me-Maw’s Shrimp & Crab Fettuccine ($13.95), Chicken-Fried Steak ($12.95) and an assortment of boiled seafood, which is available by the pound. I enjoyed the day’s special, Hamburger Steak ($10.95).
The platters came with a choice of a baked potato or fries, salad and bread.
Torn between a soft shell crab dish and the fettuccine, our waitress provided the perfect solution – top the fettuccine dish with crab, too.
My friend reported the dish was rich and creamy – a blend of Parmesan, maybe Velveeta or another cheese, butter and garlic with a sprinkle of parsley. And the seafood was fresh and fried to perfection.
Likewise, the steak was thick – too often restaurants short-shrift diners, serving a thinly fried portion of meat – and tender and coated with a crunchy crust.
The fresh seafood was also a winner, perfectly seasoned and straight from the pot.
Across the board, we were amazed at the ample serving sizes. There were plenty of to-go boxes by the meal’s end.
For dessert, my guests split a slice of strawberry-covered cheese cake. It, too, earned thumbs up.
The real star of the night, however, was our server, Tanya. Her bubbly personality and attentiveness to making sure guests enjoyed the evening made Me-Maw’s an instant favorite.
We barely scratched the surface of the menu, and are already planning a return trip.
The Broccoli Bites and Chicken Fried Steak at Me-Maw’s are sure-Are winners at Me-Maw’s Cajun Cuisine. But pace yourself! Servings are large and you’ll need the room for the entree.
