Van Born Tavern & Grill -Food CA (Near Dearborn Heights)

David Gatti This place is THE SPOT. Writing this review as a cajun/creole food lover, and someone who has been regularly dissapointed by some of the "genuine" places in NOLA, this is a place that gets it right. The shrimp poboy was stuffed, and I mean STUFFED with shrimp, with plenty of fixins, on great bread. These shrimp are big, juicy, perfectly tender, and most important of all SEASONED. The gumbo mixes it up, in the best way. Youve got pretty traditional creole gumbo ingredients, but THE ROUX. This is a dark, cajun roux like only the real ones know. Earthy, herbal, and kicking you in the teeth. And like the poboy they dont skimp on you. Absolutely filled up with delicious sausage and seafood. But let me tell you what youre really here for, and thats this etoufee. Listen...Im sorry I thought Id only want the side order. Itll never happen again. But this etoufee may have just replaced slows mac n cheese as my go-to comfort food. It hits every note. And it hits you different ways. On approach its got this warm, earthy vibe, almost like a really good mushroom risotto. But then you go in and BAM you get the sweet from the seafood and the trinity. Other quick notes. Nothing was greasy; theres no film of seperated fat running everywhere (see pics!). And the ratio of rice to topping was perfect. All in all its fantastic food at great value. Easily enough food for two grown adults for right around $50. Will 100% be back and be telling others.

Andre Diaz It slaps every time!! What a great place for awesome soul food!! Everything from the fried chicken, fried fish to the sides: all perfect. Seasoned well and warm friendly service keeps us coming back. It’s an hour drive from our house, but worth the drive to Lansing!

Tony Apperson Got here early, so we were able to get sat right away. There were 6 adults and a toddler. They have a great mix of food. The service and overall experience was great! I would for sure go back if in the area, and if you havent been before, I dont think you would regret giving it a try yourself. They also have artwork from local artists that is available for purchase, adding just one more special touch to the places character. The atmosphere was nice and welcoming. Thank you, Recipes Restaurant, for the great experience!

Antonio Austin Food was phenomenal! Great portions! Very delicious

Lori Shaffer Miranda Grimm was our waitress this afternoon. Tuesday, Nov. 25. She was an EXCEPTIONAL waitress! Our friend was there before us because we went to the wrong restaurant, and I called and she answered the phone. She went and told our friend what was going on and to stay there and we were on our way. She was so VERY VERY pleasant and SOOOO kind to us! Served our food and made sure we were happy/satisfied but NOT obnoxious at all, just SOOOO sweet and kind! We appreciated her VERY MUCH too!!! Its ALWAYS refreshing to see people who OBVIOUSLY enjoy their jobs/work as so many now days dont want to or care if they work or not!!! PLEASE dont let Miranda leave this job anytime soon!!! Shes a GREAT employee and deserves GREAT praise, ESPECIALLY today!!! Thank you Miranda for being wonderful ❤️ to us today! We look forward to seeing you again soon and you can be sure we WILL be asking for you to wait on us!!! Hopefully you will be working when we visit there next!!!

Teflon Rok Experience was warm and welcoming from the time I walked in the door. Was going in for a simple carryout. Ended up sitting and even enjoying a quick margarita. In ordered the Birria Ques (which is on the secret menu) and boy was it delicious. Tender mouth watering beef with the perfect Birria sauce to accompany. A little squeeze of lime and mamamia!