J Gumbo's

J Gumbo's

108 N. Main St., Baltimore, Ohio 43105
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I know it's been awhile, and believe me I have heard about it... we are excited to tell you about our newest find.  J. Gumbo's in Baltimore.  I don't know where or how Randy learned about this one but, it is worth sharing. 

Located in what was once a Bank in Baltimore, Ohio- the building and décor are unique.  The vault (or at least the door) still remain. A small dining area, kitchen, and bar hidden in the back- with THE BUCKEYES on the big screens- the art work had a Cajun-New Orleans theme- FUN!

 

The staff brought us samples of different items from the menu, and of course we enjoyed them all- our favorite was the Bumblebee Stew:

• Bourbon Street Chicken- Tender chicken slow-cooked in a lightly sweet Hoisin sauce.  Perfect for those who like things on the mild side.
• Voodoo Chicken- Slow cooked chicken in a spicy Cajun tomato sauce with garlic and olive oil, sprinkled with their secret Voodoo spice!
• Chicken Red-Hot- Tender chicken slow-cooked with garlic, red onion and celery in a tangy Cajun Buffalo sauce and topped with bleu cheese crumbles.
• Bumblebee Stew- A blend of yellow-corn, stewed tomatoes, onions, and black beans in a sweet and spicy cream sauce. 

Following the samples- we started with Crawfish Cheese Dip- Crawfish Etouffee with chili powder, cheddar cheese and served with tortilla chips.  "Pretty Good Stuff" from Mr. Taylor!!

 

Being the adventurous type Randy then goes for the Jean Lafitte Po' Boy- A sweet and spicy blend of the Bumblebee Stew and Voodoo Chicken topped with shredded cheddar cheese, jalapenos and sour cream, served open-face on French bread.  "Now this is a sandwich"

 

And what is a sandwich with out Voodoo Heat Chips???

 

 

And because we were at J. Gumbo's, Randy has a bowl of Gumbo (without rice)- Home-style soup boasting a deep brown roux, onions, celery, chicken and sausage.  Slow cooked for over 4-hours.  Along with a side of bread!

 

 

And being the non-adventure type- I had a Gourmet Hot Dog (mustard only please) - All hotdogs are 1/4 lb. Hebrew National, 100% beef, served on Auddino's bun.  With my favorite side Macaroni & Cheese.  This was a lot of hotdog and the bun of course, well everyone knows how I feel about bread!

 

Everything was really good, if you walk away from this place hungry- there is something wrong!!! More than worth the trip, and we have to mention something on the menu that gave us both a chuckle- Hillbilly Manmosa- Busch Light and Orange Juice. 

 

 

Enjoy!!!