Cafe Sydnie Mae

This little gem was so good on our first visit, we had to go back the next day! The service was amazing. The atmosphere was awesome with live music. The food was outstanding! We had in order of favorites…PORK CHOP (best ever), Teche Wellington, Eggplant appetizer, Grilled Fish (Flounder) Spinach salad and Caesar salad. We will definitely be back when we are in the area.

This place is a gem! Stopped here unaware of the lovely live music they have nightly and the band playing was a great addition to the excellent meal we had. Lacey was our waitress and was kind and helpful from start to finish. The seafood spinach dip is a fabulous starter and our table enjoyed the red beans and rice, the gumbo, and the cajun pasta with shrimp. Some of the best food I had in Louisiana. I will definitely be back when in the area!

This place was amazing. First off, with no reservation on a Saturday night (12/30) the manager still accommodated us. We sat at the bar and Haley (the bartender) took care of us. She was the busiest person in the place and yet she made us feel like we were her priority all while giving us a show. Lastly, the food!!! I ordered the shrimp and grits. I rarely eat out where I don’t need to enhance flavors with salt or Tabasco. If I would’ve added anything it would have ruined a perfect dish. Then Haley suggested the bread pudding… OMG!!! I cannot say enough about this place. How do I give them 10 out of 5 stars?

Edit to the above: Turns out the “manager” that seated us was the owner (same guy with his photo on the website). Thanks for your kindness.

We dined here for a belated valentines/anniversary dinner last night and we had such a wonderful experience! The food & drinks were fabulous, they had very friendly & attentive staff— the owner even greeted us & opened the door for us upon arrival & when we left! You can tell they take pride in their business and in making sure everyone has a great time! Also loved the attention to detail (like fresh flowers & candles on every table + the garnishes on our cocktails for example). The atmosphere was fun-loving, cozy, but also upscale! There was also live music that just was just the cherry on top of the good vibes! We had the best time & we will definitely be back. Highly recommend if you’re looking to have a lovely date night out, but make sure you make a reservation.
We had the eggplant creole as our appetizer, for our main course we had the Pasta Sydnie Mae with shrimp & the Teche Wellington, for dessert we had the bread pudding, and last but certainly not least… our drinks were the DragonFly Martini & a specialty old fashion with muddled blackberries/blackberry syrup. Everything was just SO delicious & the overall experience was amazing!

EVERYTHING was amazing! Our server, Brandi, went over and beyond for our group of 12. Atmosphere and live music added to our experience. AND the food was SO good, can't wait to go back!

This one of our favorite places!! My husband and I had our first date here. We have never had a bad plate here and the service is always top notch!! The owners David and Cheryl truly care about the happiness of their customers. So much so that David posts his personal phone number so you can contact him directly. I went for my birthday and David made the night so special. There were also a few tables celebrating and they made everyone feel special. Highly recommend for a wonderful date night.

A MUST STOP.

I do not write this lightly, to the extent that I have felt the need to write only a handful of reviews & executed on even less: this delicious & delightful stop is well worth the pause in my evening to write this love letter!

My family and I were unable to find a restaurant in Baton Rouge that would accommodate our large group (23), but (after a quick Google & Yelp search) my cousin found this lovely spot just 40 minutes away in Breaux Bridge. Despite the grandeur of the rest of our family reunion in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Sydnie Mae’s easily took the cake!

Excellent service, passionate owners, charming environment, & truly satisfying food: I will make it a point to come back to Breaux Bridge, Louisiana just to dine with Sydnie Mae’s once again!

The service was quick and our waitress was extremely friendly and sweet! The food OH THE FOOD WAS PHENOMENAL! My husband had the pasta and I had the Hebert Omelette and they were both amazing. This is the type of restaurant the price is 1000% worth the quality of food you receive. I watched as the sweet owners went around each table making sure everyone was satisfied. I will definitely recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

Cafe Sydney May is an exquisite find nestled in the heart of downtown Breaux Bridge. It's a culinary haven that deserves more than just stars; it's an unparalleled experience. From the warm, welcoming owners who greet each guest with genuine hospitality to the attentive servers who exude professionalism and personal touch, every aspect of this establishment is exceptional.

As a lifelong resident of Louisiana, I can attest that Cafe Sydney May boasts the finest chef in the region. Their menu is a symphony of flavors, each dish a masterpiece cooked to perfection. But it's not just about the food; the entertainment adds another layer of charm. With some of the best cultural performances around, dining here is not just a meal but an event.

For a truly unforgettable experience, I highly recommend Sunday brunch. Sip on mimosas and indulge in the most decadent French toast you'll ever taste. Be sure to book ahead; this gem is always in demand. If you're craving a unique dining adventure with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, don't hesitate to make a reservation at Cafe Sydney May. It's a culinary journey you won't soon forget.

Amazing! The service was incredible from the moment we stepped in! Ms. Hailey was outstanding at the bar! She greeted us with a beautiful and big smile and made one of the best Cocktails we've had in our lives! The food was delicious and very unique! I recommend this place 100% and cannot wait to get back to try the rest of the menu!

My husband and I chose to visit Cafe Sydnie Mae’s for a date night while we were visiting the area. Everything was delightful, from the very sweet waitress Lacie to the Breaux Bread, which my husband described as the best bread he has ever had. For our entrees, Lacie helped us decide on the Teche Wellington which was flaky and full of flavor along with big chunks of crab, crawfish, and shrimp in a well seasoned sauce. My husband ordered the Ribeye which was cooked perfectly with a peppery crust on top. The restaurant itself is charming with interesting wall hangings. There was a band playing some familiar tunes, which complemented the entire experience really well. We will definitely visit again next time we’re in town.

We were in town for the Cycle Zydeco festival. We were expecting to find good Cajun food in town but we weren't expecting to find a Gen like Sydnie Mae's. The staff are all super nice and the prices are reasonable for what you get. The pork chop was the best pork chop that I've ever had. All the sides were amazing as well. It was so good, we went back twice for the chop!

If I could give this place 6 stars I would. Highly recommend a reservation. Came Sunday morning after kayaking lake Martin. We had grilled shrimp with asparagus and the Herbert. Hidden gem in Breaux Bridge, La.

Visited for the first time for a birthday dinner after a recommendation from a friend. Excellent choice! We ordered an appetizer, drinks, main courses and desserts; all of which were of fantastic quality. The atmosphere was so fun and casual with wonderful live music. Will definitely be back, as I think it’s now one of my favorite places.

I have been traveling the US for a year now. So far we have been in 25 states and stayed in over thirty cities. This food, was by far, the best food we have had yet on the trip. It had that soup that you only get from home cooked food. I will 100% be back no matter what I have to do to get here :)

Besides the amazing food we also had some of the best service. We came in about 15-20 minutes before their closing time (hate to be those people) and was planning on getting food to go and eating in a park or something but the bartender/server (Hailey) insisted we stay and enjoy and gave us the best recommendations for what to eat. So impressed!

If you are driving within 50-100 miles of Breaux Bridge make it point to go to Cafe Sydnie Mae!!

Indulged in the best Shrimp and Grits ever at this gem! The staff, especially my accommodating waitress, and the owner, made the experience delightful. The restaurant's beauty is matched only by its small-town charm, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances every bite.

I am not exaggerating—visiting this restaurant was one of the best experiences of my life. The atmosphere is absolutely magical. We visited on NYE and I couldn’t have dreamed of a better way to start 2024. We were served by Nikki and Lacey who were absolutely amazing. We met owners David and Cheryl and I cannot stress enough how generous, helpful, kind, etc the entire team at Cafe Sydnie Mae is. We felt like we were regulars/family.

As for the food— where to begin? We practically ordered the whole menu because we couldn’t resist. This chef is clearly a generational talent. She was absolutely phenomenal. Not a single dish was anything less than exceptional. Dishes were bursting with flavor and exciting.

I only wish I didn’t live states away because this is the type of place you need to go to be reminded how beautiful and amazing life and people can be! Worth the drive/flight/everything.

This place is a MUST-VISIT. The food, atmosphere, service, and overall experience is unmatched.

My family, a party of 23 people, was warmly received at Cafe Sydnie Mae by David, Cheryl, and the amazing staff on NYE. Four days later, my entire family is still raving about the experience in our group chat! Before we even had a bite of food, we knew this restaurant would be great. The hospitality filled us with joy and we ended our year and trip on a high note.

We had so much fun trying new things on the menu and chatting with the staff, owners, and other guests. Despite all of us coming from across the US, we felt right at home at Cafe Sydnie Mae. I will make it a priority to return to Breaux Bridge to experience the magic of the Cafe again.

Outstanding drink menu and execution. Food was incredible and the live music a bonus!

We were able to easily check-in with our OpenTable reservation. We were brought to our table and our server was with us after a couple of minutes. They had a wonderful drink selection but also had mocktails and sodas. Our server, Lacey, was spectacular. I asked her about two drink options and told her what I was looking for and she was able to point me in a great direction (Cherub’s Cup might be the best “summer cocktail” I’ve had). Once she brought our drinks she took our appetizer order and WOW what a treat. The seafood spinach dip was honestly the best I have ever had, we also got the Breaux Bread and that dipped in the spinach was superb. As two people dining, we thought the half bread serving was HUGE! And it was incredibly delicious. We finished our appetizers and still had room for entrees. We got the shrimp platter (sub the fries with zydeco beans) and the filet 5 oz with potato galettes. I do not think we left a bite on our plates. We did not however have dessert - we saw online that they had cheesecake, but didn’t see it listed on the menu. We were too full to ask but would definitely go back for drinks and cheesecake alone.
I would highly recommend this restaurant and strongly encourage making reservations as it was busy by the time we left. It was wonderful as they had a live band (three something), and you can see when they’ll have live performances on their social media - just in case you do not want to go then.
Again, I can see why the servers had so many regulars, because this was a treat and I would absolutely return.