Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant and Bar — Review by Randy Santel
Metairie, United States — Cajun
Randy Santel returns to Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant in Metairie to attempt the 'Cajun Cannon' Burger Challenge for the second time, successfully beating his previous record of 6 minutes 58 seconds with a new time of 5 minutes 15 seconds. The towering burger featuring seven 7oz beef patties, cheese, vegetables, and topped with fried shrimp paired with loaded Cajun fries proved to be delicious and manageable within the 30-minute time limit.
What was great: The burger was delicious with great taste, the Cajun Hebert Fries with crawfish mushroom cream sauce and cheddar cheese were excellent, reasonable challenge parameters, and the restaurant has a large menu with good beverage selection
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The main event was the iconic 'Cajun Cannon' Burger Challenge, an impressive tower of seven 7oz medium-rare hamburger patties totaling 49 ounces of beef alone, layered with cheese slices and served on a standard bun. The burger featured fresh vegetables including tomatoes, onions, and pickles, and was topped with three perfectly fried shrimp. Accompanying the burger were the restaurant's signature Cajun Hebert Fries, described as golden and crispy, generously topped with a zesty crawfish mushroom cream sauce and melted cheddar cheese. The entire meal weighed approximately 4.5 to 5 pounds and was paired with an Abita Amber Munich-Style Lager, a locally brewed beer from Covington, Louisiana that was on special during the visit.
The Experience
Randy's return visit to Bobby Hebert's was filled with excitement and camaraderie as he was accompanied by his Best Man, Eric, and other friends visiting for a bachelor party weekend. The atmosphere was lively and supportive, with the staff and Eric providing encouragement throughout the challenge. The challenge itself had a reasonable 30-minute time limit, allowing for a focused eating experience without excessive pressure. The restaurant proved to be a welcoming establishment where customers can simply walk in and order the challenge, making it accessible for those interested in attempting food challenges.
Value & Pricing
The challenge maintained its affordability from Randy's previous visit in 2015, still priced at just $50 if the participant fails to complete it within the time limit. Winning the challenge grants the free meal plus a commemorative T-shirt and placement on Bobby Hebert's Wall of Fame. For a meal consisting of over two kilograms of food, this represents excellent value for money, making it an attractive option for food challenge enthusiasts.
Notable Moments
I smoked my 6 minutes and 58 seconds from last time!! I've still got it after all these years!!
Randy's triumphant completion of the challenge in 5 minutes 15 seconds, significantly beating his previous time of 6 minutes 58 seconds, was the highlight of the visit. The celebratory atmosphere as friends cheered him on and the staff captured photos of his success created a memorable moment to kick off the bachelor party weekend.
The Verdict
Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant and Bar is highly recommended for anyone visiting the Metairie area, located conveniently between the New Orleans Airport and downtown. The restaurant offers an excellent introduction to food challenges with reasonable size, time limits, and pricing. With a giant menu and diverse beverage selection, it caters to all dining preferences. This establishment is particularly recommended for adventure-seeking diners looking to test themselves with the iconic 'Cajun Cannon' Burger Challenge or simply enjoy quality Cajun cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere.