Nola’s Main St Cafe

My wife and I happened to stumble across a local, family-owned NOLA-style restaurant in Florence for a late lunch. The ambiance instantly transported us to Louisiana with its LA-inspired decor, but at the same time, you feel at home as you hear the soft worship music setting the atmosphere and comfortable seats that further entice you to stay awhile. We were immediately welcomed by the staff, who greeted us with a sample of their chicken and sausage gumbo. My wife, who was born in LA, can confirm this was authentic gumbo cooked to perfection, as was all the food in this family establishment. The chef was born in New Orleans and carries every bit of that with her. My wife and I both ordered the fish platter that blew both of us away. Louisiana flavor was in and throughout the fish and cri

My experience at this restaurant was magnificent!! As soon as I walked through the door I was greeted with a smile and compliment that left me smiling!! The atmosphere was pleasant and made me feel right at home. On to the food…AMAZING!! Everything I tasted was delicious. From the red beans and rice to the chili cheese fries, and everything else in between (shrimp only, sweet potato chicken, bourbon infused peach eggrolls) and the start of the show: the bread pudding, I wanted for NOTHING! The service was wonderful, the tea was sweet, and the water was cold! I can’t wait to go back and try more items! I will definitely be a regular! What are you waiting for?! Go check this jewel of a restaurant out!!

The best Crawfish Etouffee I have ever had. The plate came with a piece of catfish that was golden brown and so delicious. The staff was so accommodating. We showed up with 19 people. They handled it with grace. The whole restaurant is cery clean. Thank you for an amazing experience.

Was looking for a local place on the way home this was the decision for a group of 15... And it was the best decision!! We got the catfish po boy, green tomatoes, and red beans and rice! Everything was hot, fresh, and oh so delicious!!! Hidden gem! The hospitality was out of this world and the restaurant was super clean! Will definitely stop again if we travel through!

I accidentally "found" this place while working in the area, and it was like discovering a pearl in an oyster! It's in a renovated house, with all the southern charm you'd expect in Mississippi. The wood floors creaked and the waiting area was in an actual hallway, and I am here for it! It's obviously family run, with young ladies waiting tables, sweet women coming from the kitchen to check on the meals, and adorable little Corbin, maybe 3 or 4 years old, periodically checking out the chairs in the corners. I understand they recently located from a different location, so I can't speak on any prior expectation, but my food, and the first impression they made on me, was fantastic! I wasn't planning on having a perfectly seasoned grilled porkchop for lunch, yet here we are. It was amazing!