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For one star dining in Hermosa Beach, try Ragin' Cajun Cafe. They're still working to earn their stars. Located in the Hermosa Beach area, this restaurant is very affordable. It's known for its cajun & creole offerings. The menu is small. It's been awarded the Best of Cajun & Creole award. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere.
5.0 of 5 stars.
This is CAJUN food, not so much Creole. They do it better than any one else in town. PERIOD I love this place, make sure to try the gumbo, bayou bisque, and the chocolate pecan pie for desert....
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to maybe eat more here before give more stars. Service is excellent! No gripes on that.For food I got the pork chops and it was ok. It was tender but I just felt there was too much sauce all...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
one of my favorite places in the south bay
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from the south and I've been wanting to come to this place for a while now. So after leaving a boat show in Newport Beach, I suggested to my boyfriend and the friends we were with that we should...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from the Deep South, and I've had a lot of good Cajun/Creole food in New Orleans. The Ragin Cajun is a very nice taste of home. I don't live that close to Hermosa Beach, so I've only been there...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This isn't the best place for Cajun/Creole food but it is better than a lot of places. One thing to remember about this restraint are the hours. They are close on Mondays and are open for a few hours...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first time a Ragin. 4 of us visit for lunch. The other 3 have been here before. When we were seated, the proprietor said the pork chops are good today. It got my attention, but when 2 others...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is authntic cajun. Definitely a great local spot, but if I lived out of the area, I can't say that I would go out of my way to come here.My husband lives for their stuffed pork chops and I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of flavor.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a really good option after a day at the beach esp when you're pretty hungry. We popped in on a whim starving and this place satisfied our cravings. In the inside is pretty casual with a few...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ragin Cajun is about as good as it gets for Cajun cuisine. The ambiance is great and the prices are very reasonable. The service is great and the best part is that you can BYOW (bring your own wine)...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Having spent 6 years in the beautiful South, I can really say the food here is pretty good. The menu is lacking boiled crawfish- I actually didn't see any boiled seafood items, but the crawfish...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! I wandered in one afternoon and had a po boy and the fried crawfish app - soooo good! It has great decor and is family owned/run which I always find endearing. If you are in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being originally from South Louisiana, this is an authentic Cajun restaurant. The fried catfish and hushpuppies are a must try as is the the gumbo. But, let's start with an appetizer. I've tried the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Ragin Cajun a bunch of times for lunch and dinner, and it never disappoints! Authentic cajun food, straight from the bayou!The interior is typical eclectic Bourbon Street... various New...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the 1st time for a going away lunch and I'm hooked! The decor is wacky and fun, the staff is friendly and very welcoming, the food is outstanding! We ordered hush puppies which were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not much in the way of veggie options here, so I always get beans and rice, but they're pretty mediocre, especially considering it's a simple dish. To be fair, it's possible the other dishes are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Y'all wanna have some southern fried catfish? How 'bout them there hushpuppies? Or some frog legs?I love creole/cajun cuisine! Especially since I'm creole myself, so of course I wouldn't be biased...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't go here nearly as often as I did several years ago, when I was literally eating here almost weekly (and one week, three times), but I still love coming back here when I can. The owner, Steve,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is warm and friendly. The owner is always there and is greeting everyone as well as serving at times. I love the Creole Combo. Creole shrimp, Jambalaya, and red beans & rice are served in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After trying Uncle Darrow's a couple of weeks ago with some friends, they suggested we also try this place. We met up and headed on over to Hermosa Beach. First impressions were great, it's got a real...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Do's and Don'ts at the Ragin Cajun:DO order the Blackened Catfish! Spicy, salty, and served with hush puppies, potato salad, coleslaw, AND bread. Woo, that's enough for two meals! I was so inspired...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am French Creole. I lived in New Orleans for years. This food taste like what my mother makes at home. I have been going here for years and I am never disappointed. When you walk in...you forget...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Five things I like about the Ragin Cajun...1-If you're like me and have trouble deciding between gumbo and jambalaya they offer a gumbolaya! 2-The atmosphere is inviting and relaxed. 3-The staff are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmmmmmmm yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhI just went back to LA for a visit and had to stop by my favorite Cajun place. I had the crawdad etoufee (it isn't crawfish, it's crawdad where I'm from) and the spices...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from Lafayette, Louisiana and this is the best Cajun restaurant I've been to in Cali. The owner, Steven (I think that's his name, did some day drinking at the Pier that day) is also from...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you've ever been to the actual bourbon street in New Orleans, the Ragin Cajun is actually decorated a lot like some of the cafes there....its touristy. its kitschy to attract the rubes from...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never really tried Cajun food so I did not know what to expect. I am now convinced I like Cajun food. When my friends and I got there, it was packed! Ragin Cajun Cafe does not take reservations...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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Being from south Louisiana I can honestly state that the food here is as authenic as cajun food comes. The atmosphere is down home with local Lafayette music playing in the backgound. The decorations on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM! We walked in on a Friday night and sat down, which was much easier than finding a parking spot. The waitress brings us the menus which are printed on a paper bag. The prices were a little scary...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
oh sweet lou lou lou lou-is-i-ana!a fobby gal walked into ragin cajun and she fell in love with their gumbalaya (gumbo jambalaya). a lot of fried this and thata lot of spices and spicy-ful this and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Cajun food here is good. Jambalaya. Gumbo. Etouffe. Spicy enough with a little kick. And yes, deep fried frog legs taste like chicken. Under normal circumstances, I'd give this spot a 3...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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First and foremost i love cajun food and this place is one of the top 5 places in LA! I love the crawfish etouffe and the atmosphere along with the staff are great. If you go you have to try the "gator" most...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a no frills place with great food. The Abita dark beer was delicious and perfectly complimented our meal. We had the soft shell crabs and the shrimp creole. The hushpuppies that came with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the jumbolaya and its a standout in the menu. HUGE portion and was very tasty. They skimp on the meat (chicken and sausage) but the flavor was so good that I didn't mind that much.
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for the first time tonight because I finally was in the mood for spicy food (something I don't normally crave because not into burning my mouth like some people.) I decided to try it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was once told by a food snob( and overall snob) I once dated that this is the most authentic Cajun food she has had outside of Louisiana. Having been to N.O. a few times I have to agree.Ambiance:...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here 3 times with friends. Twice with large parties once with a friend.They alll love it, so dont just go off of my word. The wait staff has always been really good. The owner really makes...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the Ragin Cajun a lot. I usually go on Sunday, I'm going today! I like sitting at the bar. Steve is a great guy and I really enjoy the staff. The food, to me, is awesome. I love the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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Being from the same neck of the woods that Steve, the owner is (Lafatyette, LA) I had just about given up on finding a resturant that actually serves real cajun food in CA. However, much to my suprise and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fun atmosphere, Lousiana style vibe, and good food. They have tvs in here so it can be a great place to catch a game while you chow down on some cajun eats. Been here a couple of times and I like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A place to get your cajun on!! This place has expanded from a single store front to the multiples over the years. This from the popularity and clientele. The food is quite good, and love the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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Just as the name suggest this is cajun food and it is spicey. If you ever have a craving for Gumbo, this is the place to go. The prices are very fair.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think people like coming here because the name rhymes. I hadn't been here in a couple of years and the minute I sat down, I remembered why. I really don't like all the fried food. And I couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a former New Orleans resident, I can tell you that this is as close to real cajun shack as you're gonna find this side of the rockies. They do everything right, and serve real cajun classics like...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this definitely hit the spot when i was craving some southern comfort. I went on a weeknight when parking was easy to come by. the cook was heating up/cooking our food in the kitchen (right there in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks - I've been going for years at lunchtime. Make sure you order the Gumbolaya with Potato Salad. Sandwiches are hit or miss but the Gumbolaya is consistently satisfying.During the week,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummm... the hush puppies. I just like the fact that they offer things like gator (which I grew up with) and frog legs and of course, crawfish. Although, most of the time, when I go now... I usually...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My dad was in SoCal with about a dozen co-workers for a conference and since he has raved for years about his one visit to Ragin' Cajun, we decided to go there for dinner. Everything started off on a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tried this place out with my brother and we both enjoyed something different. There was good flavor to the gumbo and the rice and beans. Good hush puppies, but everythign fried tastes good. Small...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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This is simple and authentic Cajun food at its best. I remember when they opened over 15 years ago and I am happy to say the quality has remained consistent. I make a point to eat here when I am back in town....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here several times, literally the only place I've eaten in Hermosa beach. I like it hands down, and if you've read my reviews, I'm a big gumbo fan! They have great stuffed shrimp and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is pretty good here, their fried shrimp is especially tasty. However, its nothing I'm going to be craving tomorrow.The service was horrible. We never once got our drinks re-filled, and it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great Cajun food. Make sure to try the House Garlic sause, it goes with just about everything. House beers are also good. The guy who runs this place is actually cajun, and has his mom come out...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I liked the decor more than the food.I was on my way to my beloved Rock 'N Fish in Manhattan Beach BUT I needed subject matter for a new review! Dedicated Yelper that I am, I tried this place....also...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly have mixed emotions about this place. I mean, the boys that run this place are authentic and had their best intentions of offering the Californian palette a tamer version. This, in turn,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I started a list of exotic animals that we had for lunch. Last night we decided to update that list.... by adding alligator and frog legs to it. The place it self looked pretty cool. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i met an old friend here and she loves the food.me, not so much. everything seems very bland. i started with a cup of the gumbo and had the fried catfish with hushpuppies as my main entree. nothing...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*Tip: Do NOT get a table near the bathroom. You don't wanna smell the aftermath carnage of strangers while hunkering down on spicy food.For the few times I've been here for dinner, I was with a large...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gotta say the gumbolaya (gumbo over jambalaya) is a real tasty dish here. Add it with a combination with some of their own hot sauces for an extra treat. The place has a real nice vibe to it, with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ragin Cajun is a great Louisiana-themed restaurant, with cool Southern memorabilia adorning the walls and zydeco music in the background. When I used to work in Manhattan Beach, we'd often come here...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is New Orleans in Los Angeles. Very good atmosphere and the food tastes authentic. This is a very good cajun restaurant.....However....to me ...cajun food can be overwhelming at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing spectator about the food. Its nice to try it once, to see what's the hype about. The service is lacking, especially when they take like 10 minutes to give you a menu and another 10 minutes to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for many years. I love the shrimp or catfish po' boy sandwiches with hot sauce (pick from about 20 different kinds on the table). Very casual place with a fun cajun theme (but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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I've been going to this place for over 10 years and have never been disappointed. I know everytime I visit this place I'm in for a good meal.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I discovered this place was actually in High School. This is one of those places who've been around for decades now. This place helped open me up to new foods. I mean who hasn't had gumbo or...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I feel an itchin' for some Cajun, I always default straight to Ragin Cajun. They have great etouffee and their fried alligator is delicious. I have taken a number of friends to this place...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i was really disappointed in the service at the ragin cajun. i can remember when it first opened and it was fantastic. everyone was very attentive and helpful. sadly, this past saturday the service...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Po Boys, Gumbo, Etouff, Hush Puppies and Red Beans and Rice. They have a selection of beers including some from Louisiana. There is cajun music in the background and they give you beads with your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Ragin Cajun is ragin for lunch! I've honestly never been here for dinner, but I've been a few times for lunch and the food is a nice change from "the usual" choices in the beach cities. There...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been to Louisiana, but if the food at Ragin Cajun is as good (or half as good) as original Cajun cooking, I'm already in love! I have never had a bad meal at RCC. Friends and I often...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a favorite lunch spot. The owner of this restaurant is from Lafayette, and all the recipes are his mother's (she even teaches a cooking class every few months when she visits!)The gumbolaya...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my favorite place for gumbo, hands down!
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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this place is def. on my "show off cali to the outa-towners" list. i love this place---the atmosphere, the food, the spices, right down to the paper bag menus. the portions are huge, so take a friend....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love the drinks served in mason jars. Also, try the alligator bites. seriously! they're like chicken tenders, but more... tender.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hate to call this place out but when I saw others writing good reviews I had to do my duty. Two years ago while I was enjoying my cajun crawdads and sipping my jar of wine I was joined at my table...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome food and always friendly. This is casual at its very best...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
*************************************************RICK'S QUICK RECAP:Good Cajun for the South Bay crowd...don't leave without getting the Rajin Rouge Beer if nothing else!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm Cajun and obsessed with dispelling misonceptions about our food and our culture. Ragin Cajun in Hermosa Beach makes me proud - the atmosphere and food are both authentically Cajun. The owner,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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some of the best cajun/creole food this side of the big easy and i wen to tulne when new orleans _WAS___was new orleans during part of WW II ! Trust me, cher, I tell you true, Dave,s food is great. pappaeddo
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2006
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I've never been to New Orleans but have tasted several jambalayas and gumbos. By far, this place makes the best ones!!! Also, if you feel adventurous, try their fried alligators -- the thought of eating...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2005
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If you're looking for some good cajun, with an atmosphere to match, this is the place. You can get fried frog legs (and yes they taste like chicken) and some creole that will make your mouth burn. I...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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Good food to be had at the RC. Great music too. NIce little restaurant that has a real New Orleans feel to it. Good beer and good food, good service. I like the way the decorated the inside. Very cool. PROS:...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2005
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Never understand why Cajun food just doesnt taste the same once it left the vicinity of Lafayette, LA. Who knows?! Perhaps the secret ingredient lies in the local water. However, if you were craving for...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/19/2005
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jambalaya? gumbo? can't decide, get both!! ragin cajun allows you to combine their staple favorites to have both in generous proportions. the ambiance feels like the south with the cajun feel. the wait staff...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/01/2005
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If you have a cajun craving there is NO better place to go. Very mellow, casual scene with great food and fun beer selections. Service wonderful, a South Bay MUST GO!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2002
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Love the food, it's the best Cajun in the area by far! The service is nice, and the mood of the restaurant is very spicy and casual, fun and out of control!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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If you're cravin' for some Cajun, you're in for a big treat. Excellent cajun style grub.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2002
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creating a western louisiana roadhouse on pier avenue in hermosa beach might sound like a project for disneyland, and you might expect the food at such an establishment to taste more of styrofoam than red...
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Find valuable restaurant information including descriptions, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Ragin Cajun Cafe in Hermosa Beach, California. Locate additional information on sights, attractions and...
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this is a great restaurant serving delicious cajun food. there is a casual beach ambience here and the clientele is relaxed and here to enjoy the terrific food. for lunch try the chicken and sausage gumbo,...
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