Now in its second year in Mountain Brook, The Rougaroux has become a go-to spot for diners craving authentic Louisiana flavors in a relaxed neighborhood setting.

The restaurant is the creation of co-owners Ed Stacey and Ryan Champion, both of whom bring deep ties to New Orleans’ food scene. Stacey has long split time in the Crescent City, while Champion spent years working in the kitchen of the legendary Commander’s Palace. In 2017, they opened their first Rougaroux in Forest Park with the idea of a po’boy shop. When the chance came to expand to Mountain Brook, they brought the same vision to 2716 Culver Road.

The menu reads like a tour of New Orleans classics: shrimp, roast beef and oyster po’boys; gumbo; muffuletta; housemade boudin; and a brisket burger with Creole flair. Specialty po

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