Cinclare Restaurant

What an incredible find! Quaint restaurant. Slightly upscale but not pretentious in the least. The presentation is that of an exclusive high-end restaurant. I had the Tomato and Cucumber Panzanella salad and it was fantastic from the marinated cucumbers and tomatoes to the bruschetta style bread. Next was my entre of the Duck Confit with Gnocci and WOW! I can only compare it to the Beer Can Chicken at Weber Grill in Chicago, but better. To top it all off, the mixologist here is on par with any big city skyrise bar I've visited. This place is a must-try jewel if you're in the area.

This was such a great experience,

Cinclare is in Thibodaux. It is about 65 miles or the same distance to new orleans from Baton Rouge. Cinclare opened in 2016, and this was our first visit. It won't be our last. It is a short get away, and well worth it. We stayed at a local B and B.

Cinclare is an upscale dining experience. The decor was pleasant, and inviting. There were plants at the bar to restrict seating, but we were able to get some of the best craft cocktails while we waited. I had a JT Meleck vodka martini. It is a Louisiana made vodka. It is very clean and smooth. I ask for it whenever possible. I had an old fashioned. But the Bienvenu? (Sp) was a fresh strawberry muddled and strained drink which went down real easy. It was probably our favorite.

The savory cheesecake was the best savory cheesecake I have eaten in a restaurant. The crust was light and crisp. The cake was decadent, light and airy with notes of smoked gouda.

The brussels sprouts were excellent. It was served with holloumi cheese!!! Yes the squeaky Greek cheese that everyone loves. Excellent combination.

The scallops were served in a sauce which made me want more.

The duck confit with homemade gnocchi was perfectly prepared. Crispy and perfectly seasoned.

My wife had the potato flake fish ratatouille. it was very good.

The salad was standard fare.

We tried 2 deserts. The one to get was the German chocolate cheesecake!! Wow !! Smooth rich and impressive.

I recommend this place, and we will be back again for sure.

Excellent establishment, the serving staff is top notch! The real treasure is their cocktail menu, I enjoy mixing in ginger with my cocktails and The Robichaux is my absolute favorite.

Pros: Food was delicious. Great presentation. Decor perfect. Drinks unique and well prepared.
Cons: extremely to loud, hard time hearing guest sitting across from me. Salad was delicious but very small for 12.00.
Martini was served in regular cocktail glass and other drink served in same as water glass...waitress actually filled with water by mistake. Salmon was cooked to perfection but used to getting served twice the portion.
Great restaurant with only a few improvements.

Awesome 20th anniversary!