Afrodisiac sits on Franklin Avenue in Milneburg, owned by Chef Kay, of Louisiana heritage, and Shaka, of Jamaican heritage — the pairing that gives the restaurant its name and its menu, where LA and JA cooking share the same kitchen.
Jerk proteins lead the menu, including a Jerk Chicken plate and a Jerk Chicken sandwich finished with a house jerk BBQ sauce that regulars call out by name. Louisiana shows up too, in dishes like Crawfish Etouffee fries that have traveled to local festivals including Lil Weezyana Fest. A rum program runs alongside the food, and outdoor seating is part of the experience.
The restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood find in Milneburg, with locals pointing to the jerk chicken, the portions, and the value for the price.
Jerk proteins lead the menu, including a Jerk Chicken plate and a Jerk Chicken sandwich finished with a house jerk BBQ sauce that regulars call out by name. Louisiana shows up too, in dishes like Crawfish Etouffee fries that have traveled to local festivals including Lil Weezyana Fest. A rum program runs alongside the food, and outdoor seating is part of the experience.
The restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood find in Milneburg, with locals pointing to the jerk chicken, the portions, and the value for the price.