About Rosie Jo's

If you’re in Alexandria, Louisiana, and craving a seafood experience that hits just the right spot, Rosie Jo's at 3140 S MacArthur Dr is the place to be. This laid-back seafood restaurant has quickly become a local favorite, offering a vibe that’s both casual and welcoming, perfect for everything from a quick bite to a relaxed dinner with friends. Whether you’re stopping by for a classic comfort food dish or exploring their small plates menu, you’ll find plenty to satisfy your cravings. The menu isn’t limited to just seafood either-there’s a wide variety of drinks, including cocktails, beer, wine, and even hard liquor, making it ideal for those looking to enjoy happy hour food paired with happy hour drinks.

One of the standout features of Rosie Jo's is the variety of service options. You can choose to dine in and soak up the friendly atmosphere, grab takeout if you’re on the go, or enjoy delivery and no-contact delivery right at home. For more special occasions, their private dining room offers a cozy space to celebrate with friends, family, or colleagues. The restaurant is all about flexibility, letting you enjoy the food and drinks in whatever way feels most comfortable that day.

The food itself is consistently praised for being fresh and flavorful, whether it’s a heaping plate of all-you-can-eat seafood or a few carefully crafted small plates. Coffee lovers are also in luck, as you can grab a cup to start your day or pair it with a light snack. The casual, friendly staff adds another layer to the experience, always ready to recommend dishes or drinks to suit your mood. Plus, the combination of comfort food classics and innovative seafood options keeps locals and visitors coming back again and again.

From the carefully curated drinks menu to the variety of service options, Rosie Jo's creates an inviting space for every occasion. Whether you’re planning a casual meal, celebrating a special event, or just craving a flavorful seafood dish with your favorite drink, it’s clear that this restaurant is more than just a place to eat-it’s a destination that makes every visit feel relaxed, fun, and satisfying.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ No-contact delivery

+ Delivery

+ Onsite services

+ Takeout

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

+ Serves local specialty

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

+ Wheelchair accessible restroom

+ Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ All you can eat

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Happy hour drinks

+ Happy hour food

+ Hard liquor

+ Private dining room

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar onsite

+ Restroom

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cozy

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ College students

+ Groups

+ Locals

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Free street parking

+ Paid parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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+1 318-442-8245

3140 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303, United States

Reviews

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Great little Cajun spot in beautiful Alexandria!! Went with a $5 margarita(darn good) and the fried fish platter with a side of red beans and rice. Sooooo good!!

- J B -

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Nice little lunch spot. Great Gator poboy. Waitresses were very attentive. Gotta try the fried green tomatoes.

- BarbaraLynn Moncrief -

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Highly recommended! My hotel suggested this spot, and I’m so glad they did. The Atchafalaya was the standout, incredibly flavorful and exceeded my expectations. I returned the next day for the well-seasoned fish and shrimp platter, but the Atchafalaya is definitely the must-order dish here so far.

- Candice Adams -

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Needed my crawfish fix on our way back from New Orleans and my wife found this in a Google search. Just happened to be an all you can eat night, wow! They were the best crawfish of this season, maybe ever. Their seasoning was on point. The crawfish were very large and nice and firm. This was definitely a find on our part. The service was very good and I will definitely be returning. Absolutely amazing food and also enjoyed the alligator bites and the fried green tomatoes.

- Chris Yurasits -

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We had a surprise birthday dinner for my sister here last night. It was 20 of us and everyone enjoyed it. We had a lot of good food and fun. They were very accommodating and Destiny and Grace were the best servers! They went above and beyond! It was so nice to be able to visit with everyone without loud music too.

- Lisa Willis -

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Not only does this place have the best crawfish in town, they also have a lot of delicious other food options. The bartender/server Kelly is amazing as well, always very polite and smiling. She makes sure she takes good care of my family when we go to eat, we always request her every time!

- Rose Faircloth -

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The food here was fantastic. However, the service was pretty lackluster, and the condition of the actual restaurant was pretty horrid, with water leaking from the ceiling and a bucket underneath it to catch it. Our table was incredibly messy and not clean, given that the food was so good and the prices were really fair. I am still giving a 5-star review. We had the crawfish mac and cheese, which was huge, incredibly creamy, and rich, and two 1-pound orders of crawfish, which were great for 5 dollars, a pound is unbelievable. Two Gator po-boys which were really good, however, bread was very fragile. The boudin balls were fantastic, and the beignets for dessert were arguably the top three I ever had. This is a very divy, hole-in-the-wall joint, but with really good food options, specials, and prices. My suggestion to them would be an update, especially how it looked when we got there. Because your food is good enough that people will sit through it.

- Cowboy -

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The fish and shrimp were really flavorful the beans and rice were good but warm to the touch coleslaw had a good tangy not to sweat flavor

- jaime ayala -

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