Cajun's Wharf in Little Rock, Arkansas: Restaurant Review

Cajun's Wharf has been a Little Rock, Arkansas landmark for over three decades. It has been known for the weekly live music as much as for its seafood, but for many years, Cajun's Wharf was the only place to go for an upscale casual seafood experience in Little Rock. Even now, after many national restaurant chains have come to Little Rock and gone, Cajun's Wharf remains a local favorite.

Located on the Arkansas River, Cajun's deck is perfect place to enjoy a meal and a few drinks on a pleasant evening. Unfortunately for my dining partner and me, it was cold and wet on our recent visit. Sitting inside was no hardship, though, as the interior of Cajun's Wharf is spacious without feeling overwhelming.

Rather than grab a table, we settled ourselves in at the bar. Cajun's Wharf has a full restaurant menu as well as a separate bar menu for people who are craving something a little different. The Appetizer selection of the bar menu was wider than most full service restaurants. It featured standard appetizers like boiled shrimp and oysters on the half shell, as well as items that are harder to find, like fried green tomatoes and catfish beignets.

For my selection, I played it safe and ordered Cajun's Cheese Dip. It was a creamy blend of white cheese with just enough herbs and peppers to give it a little bite. It was served with tri color tortilla strips. My companion was more adventurous and chose the Cajun Egg Roll, stuffed with crawfish and shrimp, onions and peppers. She pronounced it, "Deep Fried Heaven."