LAist: Larkin’s Joint Offers Food for the Soul

guest

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:42:30 -0800

Our group of three had a wonderful meal there. The portions are not huge, but satisfying. Our server Ivan was gracious and very helpful. We had the catfish and the pork chop. Loved it! We also had the the Mac'N Cheese and finished with the Black N Blue dessert in no time. Again, the portions are not huge, but all the better, you can sample a variety of flavors without being overpowered by a large plate of things. One thing they could do is charge an extra $1 or 2 to double the sides. It would satisfy more folks I think. Next time we're going to do the porchside dining and go for the Tiger shrimp.

guest

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 14:36:56 -0800

During my second visit to Larkin's, I was less impressed than during my first visit. Ours was a group of 8 diners, six first timers. Those who ate chicken commented on how well prepared it was but were unimpressed by a meal including a leg and a thigh and a small scoop of potatoes ($15.00). My meal, the Jambalaya was flavorful but extremely HOT. I would have appreciated a decent piece of cornbread to complement the flavor and counteract the heat instead of the miniature cornbread muffins that are included in the meal. When our party requested another basket of mini muffins, the server seemed somewhat unwilling, or perhaps unsure, weather we were entitled to an additional serving. One of the members of our party wanted a substitution for the greens served with her fish. She had tried the greens before and found them to be very hot. Certain health issues prohibit such spicy food. She requested macaroni and cheese and would have been willing to pay for the change but was told that the only option was potato salad - not at all tasty and $1.00 extra.

Jim

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 20:38:38 -0800

Great story and congrats on the new restaurant. hey, by the way, do you know where I can obtain a copy of the textbooks from Kitchen Academy. I'd like to buy a set (used is OK) to have. Thanks.