Reviews

What a delightful experience to be transported to the Bourbon street of the Northeast. My eating journey at Acadia was... read moreWhat a delightful experience to be transported to the Bourbon street of the Northeast. My eating journey at Acadia was nothing short of delightful. I had the salt and pepper lobster which made my mouth water when it was when placed in front of me. The service was fast and very pleasant. I was so happily overwhelmed by all the top shelf bourbon that I ended doing an unofficial bourbon tasting. Ask the bartender about that. I wrapped my meal with pecan pie and vanilla bean ice cream. This hidden gem is surely out of place in it's currently location. I'm so glad I stumbled on to it. read less

Our second visit, the food was amazing both times! The drinks are well crafted, and the wait staff are knowledgeable... read moreOur second visit, the food was amazing both times! The drinks are well crafted, and the wait staff are knowledgeable and friendly. At this time, there is typically one person serving tables and the bar. I noticed some negative comments on that. However, this provided us the opportunity to actually talk and not feel rushed. No issues here! We met the owner and chef tonight, great experience! Looking forward to coming back with family and friends! read less

We love this place! Our second visit, the food was amazing both times! The drinks are well crafted, and the... read moreWe love this place! Our second visit, the food was amazing both times! The drinks are well crafted, and the wait staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Both times my husband ordered the boil with lobster tail and Crab claws- which he raves about. At this time, there is typically one person serving both tables and the bar. This provided us the opportunity to actually talk and not feel rushed. No issues here! We met the owner and chef tonight, great experience! Looking forward to coming back with family and friends! read less

Amazing place to eat good vibes. Never a bad meal or even ok always to perfection. Not to mention the... read moreAmazing place to eat good vibes. Never a bad meal or even ok always to perfection. Not to mention the blue label always handy.. one of the best places around. From the bartender to the owner place is just very welcoming. If you haven’t checked it out you are missing out on a gem read less

I've been here 2 times
the food was great its a nice small intimate place but spaced out... read moreI've been here 2 times
the food was great its a nice small intimate place but spaced out nicely the cook and the service was excellent, you may have to wait a little as the food is freshly cooked, so order a appetizer and sit back and enjoy the music,the food is worth the wait. Looking forward to the nex time read less

Amazing, tasty, flavorful seafood. Very impressed with the chef’s talent and presentation. If you’re not a seafood person, Acadia Seafood... read moreAmazing, tasty, flavorful seafood. Very impressed with the chef’s talent and presentation. If you’re not a seafood person, Acadia Seafood and Bar will change your mind.
Very nice atmosphere as well. Perfect place to impressed a lady on a budget.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ read less

This place is a mixed bag. But think without covid it would be perfect.

Food awesome. Delish. Will be back great.... read moreThis place is a mixed bag. But think without covid it would be perfect.

Food awesome. Delish. Will be back great. Shrimp and grits. Husband got Jambalaya.

Ambience. Not much. Not sure there was even music playing.

Waitress was waitress, bartender, and bus person. Ran her booty off.

Restaurant. Clean, hip decor. read less

By the the best food! Owner made and greeted us! We came in last minute and still exceptional customer service... read moreBy the the best food! Owner made and greeted us! We came in last minute and still exceptional customer service told him I hadnet had a boil in a while and this food was by far the tastiest spiciest meal ! Phenomenal

From all the places I’ve eaten Miami providence boston Georgia this place came number 1
No lies
I dont Have friends here
I was Absolutely blown away left happy dancing read less

This by far from Miami to boston providenxe this by far has been the best seafood place! New Orleans vibes... read moreThis by far from Miami to boston providenxe this by far has been the best seafood place! New Orleans vibes and the sauce and seafood was fresh portion sizes!
The owner was hand delivering the food and cooked we came in so last minute and was more than accommodating I wish I took pictures read less

Great customer service. Maryland crab cakes are so delicious. I then ordered the Shrimp and lobster tail with the... read moreGreat customer service. Maryland crab cakes are so delicious. I then ordered the Shrimp and lobster tail with the house acadia red sauce. So flavorful with the right amount of spice. Great addition to Taunton. read less

By far the best food I've had in a long time, hands down.
Everything from drinks, food quality and taste... read moreBy far the best food I've had in a long time, hands down.
Everything from drinks, food quality and taste as well as the service was amazing. I highly suggest Acadia. As a local I had a Great dining experience and didn't have to go far to get it. FYI the Salt & Pepper Lobster SMACKS!! read less

I would of given 5 stars because my food and drink were amazing. But having one person do everything on... read moreI would of given 5 stars because my food and drink were amazing. But having one person do everything on a Saturday night making many people have to wait a long time and some even leave isn't really acceptable. She did an amazing job given the circumstance but someone should of been called in or something because the wait was very long even just to pay my bill. I would give it atleast another try and hope that it was due to a fluky thing. read less

Ordered the lobster boil and some gumbo for Father's day. It was excellent. Food was very very very delicious and... read moreOrdered the lobster boil and some gumbo for Father's day. It was excellent. Food was very very very delicious and hot and fresh. Owner was so polite ... i highly recommend coming here. I will definitely be back the food is amazing. Great price and fresh. If your looking for a delicious meal try this place place out. You won't be disappointed. ... i give this gem a 10 out of 10. Looking forward to eating from here again soon. read less

First time ordering from here. We got delivery from doordash. First the kids mac and cheese was HUGE. One would... read moreFirst time ordering from here. We got delivery from doordash. First the kids mac and cheese was HUGE. One would have been enough for my 2 and 4 yr old to share. The southern corn on the cob was amazing. I could eat two orders myself as a meal and be perfectly happy. My husband got the Jambalaya and he LOVED it. I had a bite, it was too spicy for me, but still tasted good. We also got wings with Acada (not sure how it's spelled) sauce and it was delicious. Highly recommend. Can't wait to be able to go eat there in person! read less

Ordered takeout from Acadia in Taunton for the first time. The Cajun food was unreal. Ordered A... read moreOrdered takeout from Acadia in Taunton for the first time. The Cajun food was unreal. Ordered A couple boils along with clam cakes, wings, and rice balls. Can't say enough about the flavor and and can't believe wait to visit in person when they reopen. Highly recommend. read less

Being a Boston native, you become well versed in good seafood. We relocated to Taunton a few years back and... read moreBeing a Boston native, you become well versed in good seafood. We relocated to Taunton a few years back and whenever we needed our fresh seafood fix we would either head over to Rhode Island or back to Boston until now. Although we only ordered take out, when I strolled through this small restaurant I noticed 2 things. This place had a great decor reminiscent of a New Orleans Fish house. I also noticed the level of cleanliness was at a standard all restaurants should follow regardless of size. We ordered a little necks and a king grab seafood boil with sweet Chile wings as an appetizer. Our expectations weren't very high being this was a local establishment. The food was cooked and prepared impeccably it was flavorful and decadent . The chef is sourcing extremely fresh ingredients and must take pride in his craft. I'm looking forward to putting all of this pandemic foolishness behind us so I can sit down with my wife and enjoy an amazing meal here. read less

I have been to Acadia Parish Seafood multiple times. I have had the boiled crawfish, excellent. Boiled shrimp,... read moreI have been to Acadia Parish Seafood multiple times. I have had the boiled crawfish, excellent. Boiled shrimp, excellent, boudin and beignets, like being home in Louisiana. If you like fried fish, try theirs, it is great. Nice atmosphere and staff is friendly and welcoming. Great place! read less

Run, don't walk to this Tauntonian gem. Fresh very tasty seafood Cajun style on School Street. Decor is understated,... read moreRun, don't walk to this Tauntonian gem. Fresh very tasty seafood Cajun style on School Street. Decor is understated, and I can't really judge what the service would be like with a full restaurant, since there were only a few patrons when I went there. There's a bar and two TV with sports. I had a littleneck app and the littleneck "Boil" with andouille sausage, it was, they were great. My wife had the scallop entree, also super. The Criollo Cocktail was wonderful too. If you like Cajun flavors and seafood, you are all set here. read less

Couldn't say a bad thing about the place. Food, amazing! Decor, so nice (the bathrooms are so clean & so... read moreCouldn't say a bad thing about the place. Food, amazing! Decor, so nice (the bathrooms are so clean & so cool). The service, forget it... Top Notch!! Nick the bartender is so good at what he does! Highly recommend a stop in for food & a drink! Great addition to good ole Taunton!! Love it! read less

We visited Acadia Seafood on February 23rd and we enjoyed ourselves. We asked how long they have been open and... read moreWe visited Acadia Seafood on February 23rd and we enjoyed ourselves. We asked how long they have been open and they told us they opened in December. We had the rice balls which were excellent, a shrimp Poboy which was excellent, and red beans and rice which was good but needed a bit more spice. The service was excellent. We will be back.

Nice place to have a NOLA inspired meal. read less

Absolutely delicious !! Shrimp boil and calamari were super tasty. Great service too !

Everything was so delicious. Fantastic cocktails and food! They're new, so they're still figuring everything out. The food took awhile... read moreEverything was so delicious. Fantastic cocktails and food! They're new, so they're still figuring everything out. The food took awhile but honestly it was worth it. We just drank and talked and took our time. They did a wonderful job on the decor, even in the bathrooms. The hostess and waiter were both freaking awesome. So happy and ready to please. Very engaging. Overall a wonderful experience, just have patience and plan to enjoy your time there without rushing. read less

We have been twice now in the last month, and both times dinner was exceptional. A key factor in our... read moreWe have been twice now in the last month, and both times dinner was exceptional. A key factor in our decision making when we have a date night is consistency, and Acadia nails it. I ordered the same item (garlic scallops over zoodles, which were cooked perfectly and not mushy the way my attempts turn out) both times, and it was perfectly spiced and absolutely delicious. Also highly recommend the crab cakes for an app—98% seafood and very little breading makes them light but incredibly flavorful. The hubs had the Cajun chicken pasta the first visit, and the tilapia with coconut rice on the second, and again, both winners. (Also, if you visited within the first few weeks, note that there was a chef change.)

The atmosphere is cozy, warm, and inviting, especially with the Edison bulbs and dark tones, but what really makes this place a new favorite are the owner and staff. The owner genuinely cares about his patrons, is open to feedback, and demonstrates a very hard work ethic. The bartenders are friendly, knowledgeable, and also genuinely care if your experience is a positive one.

We have grown to really love Acadia, and really want to see them succeed. We don’t have anything like it our area, so the next time you are looking for something new, please support local business and give them a shot! I promise you will not be disappointed!! read less

First time eating here today with my husband, you can't go wrong with this place! Food was amazing, service... read moreFirst time eating here today with my husband, you can't go wrong with this place! Food was amazing, service was amazing! This will be a go to for us on a regular basis! read less

I attended this bar for a Bob Marley tribute. The live band and the ambiance made it easy for me... read moreI attended this bar for a Bob Marley tribute. The live band and the ambiance made it easy for me to sit and enjoy multiple drinks and apps for a few hours! The cajun menu is the smartest idea; along with the food flavors and presentation. You cannot go wrong! I plan to visit again for the seafood boil option. Very impressive spot for Taunton and the prices are perfect for a first date option on a budget. Ample parking. read less

I attended this bar for a Bob Marley tribute. The live band and the ambiance made it easy for me... read moreI attended this bar for a Bob Marley tribute. The live band and the ambiance made it easy for me to sit and enjoy multiple drinks and apps for a few hours! The cajun menu is the smartest idea; along with the food flavors and presentation. You cannot go wrong! I plan to visit again for the seafood boil option. Very impressive spot for Taunton and the prices are perfect for a first date option on a budget. Ample parking. read less

We tried Acadia for the first time last night; I will review atmosphere/decor, staff, and food.

1) Atmosphere/Decor: LOVED IT! We... read moreWe tried Acadia for the first time last night; I will review atmosphere/decor, staff, and food.

1) Atmosphere/Decor: LOVED IT! We have nothing close to French/Cajun themed in our area, and it is a very welcome change. Edison bulbs give a very cozy, warm, and inviting vibe. We sat at the bar, which was wide and gives patrons plenty of room for plates and drinks. Bathrooms are clean and beautiful. The music was blues/motown, and we loved it.

2) Staff: Everyone from the owner to the bartender to the waitress were very friendly and kind. They had a rough night, due to two awful people who left without paying their very large bill. They could have easily been short with us and rude, but were attentive and talkative (and we were there quite a while!) We also were asked how the food was, and they genuinely wanted to hear our opinions, and if they could make it better.

3) Food: EXCELLENT! It took a little while to come out, but it was worth the wait. We ordered the crab cakes as an app, and they were outstanding. Perfectly flavored and filled with chunks of crab meat, as opposed to some places who fill theirs with more breading than seafood. My husband ordered the cajun chicken pasta for dinner, medium spice, and added andouille sausage; I ordered the garlic cream scallops, which were labeled to come with zucchini and carrot noodles, medium spice. The flavor of both dishes was spot on! Just enough spice to give things a kick, but not so much that it was overpowering. The only minor disappoint was I received pasta instead of the zoodles, but upon asking was informed they had run out of the veggies. Fortunately, I love pasta so all's well that ends well! They have about six beers on tap, and a small selection of wine, but the selections they do have are very good. The owner is also working on expanding his liquor selection, and was open to recommendations in that area as well.

(Side note: We were told they had a new chef as of very recently, so if you visited more than two weeks ago, you ought to come back and try some of the new chef's work.)

In summary, we will DEFINITELY be going back! They are going to start having live music Fridays and Saturdays, which is very welcome as the Sandbar has closed. The food was exceptional. There are some minor improvements to be made, as with all new businesses, but overall, we were very pleased with our experience. Please go and support these guys; we want to keep them around! read less

Went there for the first time . When I got there around 2 o'clock we were the only people in... read moreWent there for the first time . When I got there around 2 o'clock we were the only people in the place all the employees were great the food was awesome.No complaints whatsoever. As the night progressed it did get busy and you could tell the staff was a little overwhelmed so If your beef is with the service I would give this place another chance when it's not so busy they're just getting their feet underneath them. Loved the food I couldn't ask for anything better. We will be going back again next weekend. read less

My first time here which was recommended by my bus driver, so here i am in a swanky restaurant. I... read moreMy first time here which was recommended by my bus driver, so here i am in a swanky restaurant. I couldn't order the ribs which were over cooked and no longer available, so i wound up having the blacked talipia on a bed of sweet sticky rice and let me tell you that was heaven on my tongue it was so so GOOD and i savored every bite of my talipia... read less

We went there, of all nights, on New Year Eve, because we wanted to try something new, something low key.
The... read moreWe went there, of all nights, on New Year Eve, because we wanted to try something new, something low key.
The restaurant is brand spanking new and it shows - in the wall art, the bar, the bathrooms and decor.

Dinner:
We started out with the Nola Cane. Great balance of alcohol and the fruity ingredients!
For appetizers, we had the calamari and the mango habanero wings. I loved the latter. The batter on the former was having a little trouble hanging on to the calamari, but what it lacked in cohesion it made up for in flavor!
For main course we had gumbo and jambalaya. Both our entrees were generous sizes, delicious and filling.

The bar:
This is definitely a well laid out area meant for socializing, especially during busy game times. With a few televisions, a friendly bartender and decent offering of drinks, I could see how this place can mature into a neighborhood bar.

Parking:
We saw ample street parking around the corner, and there seems to be parking behind and to the side of the restaurant, but I think more clarity w.r.t. parking would help people driving to Acadia Seafood.

The owner of the restaurant was at the restaurant when we visited.
He was very receptive to our feedback given that this restaurant has been open for just over a month.
My Cajun food experience is limited to the few trips I've made to New Orleans over the past decade, but the food here is definitely comparable and top notch.
I'll surely visit again when I'm in the area. read less

Just finished dinner at Acadia. We are no strangers to, and love Cajun cooking. Our meal did not... read moreJust finished dinner at Acadia. We are no strangers to, and love Cajun cooking. Our meal did not disappoint. Started with the avocado chicken salad which was fresh and flavorful. Main dish was crawfish snow crab boil and the sauce was nothing short of phenomenal- on par with boils we've had down south.

Suggestion to fellow Yelpers: owners at these new, independent restaurants are very accessible and responsive to suggestions you are courageous enough to share with them in person. Please try this approach before you criticize a new, potentially great business. I bet you'd be surprised at the response you receive! read less

Crawfish muscle boil was good but lacking the spice I was hoping for. Lobster Mac and cheese was good also... read moreCrawfish muscle boil was good but lacking the spice I was hoping for. Lobster Mac and cheese was good also but was missing something just couldn't put our finger on what. Other than that it was good. read less

This place is great! I loved the food, service and atmosphere. I had the short ribs with mashed sweet potatoes.... read moreThis place is great! I loved the food, service and atmosphere. I had the short ribs with mashed sweet potatoes. The short ribs were delicious- the meat was fork tender and well seasoned. The mashed sweet potatoes were the perfect compliment. The portion size was generous. It was the kind of meal I kept on eating after I was full. My cocktail was also delicious. The service was great, very attentive and friendly staff. The atmosphere was unique with jazz music playing and classy decor. There isn't anything like this place in Taunton and it was great to go somewhere different. Will definitely be going back! read less

Do you ever have a meal hit you just right and it sits happy and warm in your belly. That's... read moreDo you ever have a meal hit you just right and it sits happy and warm in your belly. That's what I got eating here. There has been alot of hype about this place and believe me its lived up to it. My daughter and I stopped in for the first time and was warmly greeted by the employees. Our server was so attentive and gave great suggestions. I chose the king crab leg boil and my daughter chose the shrimp boil. We each chose a different sauce and for our dishes and each one was amazing. We finished the meal with beignets and pecan pie. Everything was like it was made with such love and passion. The music and atmosphere was fun and fresh. I cant wait to go back and try other dishes.

***I did want to say that anytime a new restaurant opens up they are still feeling things out and figuring out how they work. This place is doing great. With that being said I noticed a woman Anne Marie left a review on here that wasn't nice and I also noticed her profile was brand new and only had one review so it's safe to say someone doesnt want this place to succeed and is willing to make up stuff in order to do damage. But you cant damage something this good. Believe when I tell you this place is just what taunton needed. There is nothing like it around and unless you try it for yourself dont believe everything you read in a fake account. Better luck next time lady! This is my new favorite spot. read less

I had the sweet chili wings and the creamy garlic scallops, both were fantastic. This restaurant is an incredible cajun... read moreI had the sweet chili wings and the creamy garlic scallops, both were fantastic. This restaurant is an incredible cajun style restaurant, if you're familiar with the style and like seafood with delicious cajun seasonings, then definitely give Acadia a try. read less

First time at this restaurant and everything is fresh and vibrant. The atmosphere is amazing and comfortable. I started with... read moreFirst time at this restaurant and everything is fresh and vibrant. The atmosphere is amazing and comfortable. I started with the Pimms Cup cocktail, nice and sweet without being overwhelming. Chose the Sweet Chili wings to start with. The sauce is incredible and the wings were nice and juicy (I normally prefer a crispy wing but these were nicely balanced) I had the Snow Crab and Shrimp boil with garlic butter sauce. If you like a nice clean taste this is a good flavor choice. It was nice and saucy, happy for the bib and gloves. It comes with 2 pieces of corn and potatoes. I added sausage to add a bit more to the plate. Next time I believe I will try the Acadia sauce for more of a cajun blend. I finished the night with the beignets, they had a sweet cream/cheese center. The dessert was not super sweet which I appreciated.

I will say that parking is really tricky, I hope that is remedied soon.

Overall it was a an amazing experience our waiter was very attentive and responsive to all concerns and questions we had regarding any of the dishes. read less

Great atmosphere, Friendly staff and unique menu. Fabulous cocktails and good food at a great price.A nice addition to the... read moreGreat atmosphere, Friendly staff and unique menu. Fabulous cocktails and good food at a great price.A nice addition to the growing local food scene., read less