Ron's Cajun Connection
A trip to the bayou is easy when you're in Marseilles. Travel 15 miles east to Utica and you'll find Ron's Cajun Connection; and don't be surprised when Cajun Ron meets you at the door himself. Cajun Ron's goal is to expose customers to real Cajun cooking--he even makes it himself! From shrimp etouffée to frog legs, red beans and rice to a fried crawfish platter, this restaurant screams genuine Cajun cooking. Finish your meal off with their famous pecan or key lime pie. It's guaranteed you won't be going home hungry after eating at Ron's Cajun Connection.
Ron's Cajun Connection
897 East U.S. Highway 6
Utica, IL 61373
(815) 667-9855
ronscajunconnection.com
MoeJoes
MoeJoes is a fusion of Cajun and Caribbean flavors, perfect for any palate, located about 45 minutes outside of Marseilles in Plainfield. Start off your meal with some hot cornbread, and move on to the jambalaya or Jamaican jerk chicken. Those with a more adventurous side, should try the fried alligator po' boy. MoeJoes is as authentic as they come, decorated with old fashioned street lights and faux balconies covered in Mardi Gras beads.
MoeJoes also has a beer selection that will knock your socks off. So whether you're looking for a tasty Cajun meal, or you're ready to boogie the night away, MoeJoes is the place to be.
MoeJoes
510 Lockport St.
Plainfield, IL
(815) 230-2790
eatmoejoes.com
Heaven on Seven
With the tongue in cheek slogan, "People who come back from Heaven all say the same thing...try the gumbo!" you walk into Heaven on Seven knowing one thing you'll be ordering, the gumbo.
Located one-half block from the scenic Downtown Riverwalk in Naperville, IL, just 20 short minutes from Marseilles, Heaven on Seven offers a full lunch and dinner menu, along with a delicious brunch on the weekend with a jazz pianist to entertain the patrons. As an extra bonus, Heaven on Seven posts daily drink and food specials on their Facebook page. From the hot sauces, to the scrumptious gumbo, Heaven on Seven will make you feel like you're down on Bourbon Street.
Heaven on Seven
224 S. Main Street, Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 717-0777
heavenonseven.com
