Dig Into Real Cajun Food At Chef Wayne’s Big Mamou, A Tiny But Mighty Cajun Restaurant In Massachusetts

While Massachusetts isn't the South, you'd be surprised what good Cajun food you'll find here. As far as east coast Cajun food goes, it doesn't get any better than Chef Wayne's Big Mamou. This Springfield restaurant might look small and unassuming from the outside, but inside are big Louisiana flavors. From heavenly Jambalaya to crab cakes that are to die for, it doesn't get better than this in the Bay State. Chef Wayne's Big Mamou is a tiny but mighty restaurant serving up the best Cajun food in Springfield, and arguably all of Massachusetts.

Editor's Note: Since the time of publication, Big Mamou has closed.

Welcome to Chef Wayne's Big Mamou!

This Springfield restaurant serves up the best Cajun food in Massachusetts, while still making you feel like you're in New Orleans.

From the outside you might be fooled, as this restaurant is surprisingly small and quite unassuming. However, once you step into the welcoming atmosphere, get prepared for a world of flavor.

While there are many options to choose from, you'll want to start with an appetizer. The Lousiana Oysters or the Crawfish Quesadillas are always a treat.

You can't go wrong with some jerk chicken or red beans and rice for your main meal. Keep in mind that Chef Wayne's is BYOB, so bring a bottle of wine to go along!

Whatever you do, don't leave before you try the Jambalaya. This stuff is like heaven in a bowl.

If you've been craving Cajun food on the East coast, there's no better place to go than the tiny but mighty Cajun restaurant, Chef Wayne's Big Mamou in Springfield.

Phone: (413) 732-1011

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 11a.m. to 8:30p.m., Friday: 11a.m. to 9:30p.m., Saturday: 12:00p.m. to 9:30p.m.

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

For more information on Chef Wayne's Big Mamou, you can visit their website right here.

Have you ever been to Chef Wayne's Big Mamou? What did you order? What was it like? We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments!