New Creole restaurant to bring Louisiana flavors to South End
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Owner Kristy Jackson of Kristy's Creole Kitchen. Photo: Alexis Clinton/Axios
Kristy's Creole Kitchen, a new Louisiana-inspired restaurant, will open in South End this spring.
Why it matters: The formerly takeout-only spot is the latest ghost kitchen success story. It'll open its first brick-and-mortar location April 10.
Zoom in: Owner and chef Kristy Jackson, a Baton Rouge native, started serving classic Cajun dishes in 2025 out of City Kitch on Thrift Road. She quickly realized she was outgrowing the shared space.
- Less than a year later, she's taking over the space formerly occupied by Mazi, which closed last summer.
Dig in: Expect fan favorites like gumbo, étouffée, seafood dishes and po' boys, plus new additions like gator bites and desserts.
- The drink menu will feature more than 20 cocktails — many inspired by New Orleans, with bourbon or cognac bases — along with signature flights, fishbowl drinks, six mocktails, wine and beer.
What they're saying: Jackson tells Axios she's ready to spice up the neighborhood with this opening and "bring some flavor to South End."
The vibe: The 2,500-square-foot space has seating for about 64 people inside and a few patio seats outside.
- Eventually, the plan is to add music on the weekends and brunch to offer a taste of her hometown.
What's next: Kristy's Creole Kitchen will be open daily for dine-in and takeout from 11am-3pm and 5-10:30pm at 1300 S Blvd, near Sushi Taku.
