New cajun restaurant to open near Legion Field

Earlier this summer, Creole Connection across from Legion Field announced it was closing its doors. Now, just two months later, the restaurant has rebranded and is opening under a new name with a new menu: Bayou on 8th.

Read on for details.

New name, same authentic Cajun-inspired food

Although it has a new name and look, customers at Bayou on 8th can expect the same caliber of great food—just slightly elevated.

The menu consists of several New Orleans-style appetizers, entrees and even a full craft cocktail list. They also serve brunch on Sundays, featuring classics like chicken and waffles, hash and eggs Benedict.

Here’s a look at some menu items I have my eye on:

• Big Easy Alfredo—Creamy Alfredo pasta tossed with Cajun grilled chicken + Conecuh sausage, finished with a dusting of Creole spice + fresh herbs
• Red Bean Royale—Slow-simmered red beans with Conecuh sausage + smoked turkey, served over rice with honey-drizzled buttermilk cornbread
• Shrimp & Grits Supreme—Cajun-seasoned shrimp over creamy cheese grits, topped with rich Creole Cream and scallions
• Crawfish Cast-Iron—Cajun crawfish, roasted peppers + cheese bubbling in a cast iron, served with garlic butter crostini

They also serve lunch portions of select menu items, in case you’re looking for a quick lunch stop.

Opens officially Thursday, August 21

Ready to check it out for yourself? Bayou on 8th is celebrating its first official day of business on Thursday, August 21.

• Location: 432 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35204
• Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11AM-9M | Friday-Saturday Noon-10PM | Sunday Noon-8PM
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