Gumbo's

Dropped in here for lunch the other day. Enjoyed my meal and plan to return.

Prices are decent; food was excellent. Portion sizes are large, so come with an appetite, share a meal, or ask for a box. The 'soup and salad' or 'pick-3' options are great for first-time customers.  

Word of advice: The restuarant is deli-like and tables fill up quickly, so get there early to get a good seat.

Good place to catch up with old friends. We'll be returning. :)

If you happen to be in the Northeast Detroit suburbs and are looking for an unusual treat (at least for Detroit) for lunch, try Gumbo's in downtown Mt. Clemens.  The New Orleans Gumbo and Jambalaya are excellent representatives for Louisiana cooking.  And they should be since the family who moved to the cold climate but brought their recipes with them.  The restaurant is a small storefront affair and is open for lunch and only on Friday do they stay open for the dinner crowd.  We stopped by on a Friday for lunch and found a short line waiting for tables or takeout.  It was worth the short wait.

Try the New Orleans Medley and you can pick three choices from among the six that are offered -- New Orleans Gumbo, Crawfish & Shrimp Etoufee, Cajun Pasta, Red Beans & Rice, Jambalaya and Shrimp Creole.  It's a good introduction and you should have a portion large enough to satisfy.  There are plenty of other non-Cajun choices, salads, great sides like fried okra and homemade bread pudding.

And don't expect a large bill.  The portions are generous and a great value.

Love this place... Po Boy and Red Beans & Rice were awsome!!!