Platter of Cajun seafood and gumbo at Cafe Le Rue

Cafe Le Rue · Columbus, GA

Louisiana Soul, Columbus Plate

Bold Cajun seafood simmered low and slow - gumbo, étouffée, and fish & grits delivered straight to your table in Columbus, GA.

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Sautéed shrimp and sausage over creamy grits
A Taste of the Bayou

Where the Bayou Meets the South

Cafe Le Rue brings the soul of Louisiana to Columbus, Georgia. We simmer our gumbo low and slow, build our étouffée on a deep, dark roux, and fry catfish to golden perfection over creamy grits. Every plate is crafted with bold Cajun spice, generous portions, and genuine Southern hospitality. Pull up a chair - y'all are always welcome here.

The Crowd Favorites

Straight From Our Kitchen

Mardi Gras Pasta with chicken, shrimp and sausage

Mardi Gras Pasta

Chicken, shrimp, sausage & pasta cooked in chopped crawfish étouffée sauce.

Sautéed shrimp and sausage on creamy grits

Sautéed Shrimp & Sausage on Creamy Grits

A Southern classic - tender shrimp and smoky sausage over rich, creamy grits.

Cajun Boudin sausage links

Cajun Boudin

Savory sausage links filled with seasoned pork and rice.

Fish and grits with fried boneless catfish fillets

Fish & Grits (catfish)

Fried boneless catfish fillets served over creamy grits.

Seafood gumbo dinner with shrimp and sausage

Seafood Gumbo Dinner

A deep, soulful bowl simmered with shrimp and sausage.

Grilled shrimp salad with fresh greens

Grilled Shrimp Salad

Fresh greens topped with seasoned grilled shrimp - light, bright and bold.

Come Say Hello

Find Us on Airport Thruway

2523 Airport Thruway, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 507-5851 Delivery & Pickup Available

When We're Cooking

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What meals do you serve?
Cafe Le Rue serves bold, soulful seafood and Cajun-inspired cuisine perfect for lunch, dinner, and special occasions in Columbus, GA. Our menu features crowd favorites like the Mardi Gras Pasta, loaded with chicken, shrimp, sausage, and pasta in a rich crawfish étouffée sauce. Seafood lovers also enjoy our Fish & Grits with boneless fried catfish fillets over creamy grits, and our hearty Seafood Gumbo Dinner with shrimp and sausage. For a Southern classic, try our Sautéed Shrimp & Sausage on Creamy Grits or our savory Cajun Boudin sausage links filled with seasoned pork and rice. Whether you're craving comfort food or a flavorful seafood experience, Cafe Le Rue delivers an authentic taste of Louisiana right here in Columbus.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Cafe Le Rue offers both delivery and pickup. Order your favorite seafood dishes your way.
Where are you located?
Cafe Le Rue is located at 2523 Airport Thruway, Columbus, GA 31904.
What areas do you serve?
Cafe Le Rue proudly serves Columbus, GA and surrounding areas including Midtown Columbus, North Columbus, Phenix City, Fortson, Cataula, Upatoi, Smiths Station, Ladonia, Opelika, and Auburn, bringing bold Cajun seafood flavors to the greater Chattahoochee Valley region.
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