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Maple Tree Inn
Burnt Ends
Highly recommended for its rich umami flavors, consisting of slow-smoked beef brisket with ancho molasses BBQ sauce, served with smothered okra and horseradish & gouda cheese grits. Noted as a favorite and outstanding dish.
Blackened Redfish Étouffée
Praised for its delicious combination of blackened red snapper topped with famous crawfish étouffée, served with braised collard greens. The dish offers a perfect blend of spice and southern flavors.
Seafood Gumbo
Recommended for its perfectly seasoned, spicy Cajun flavor and large portions. It is highlighted as a unique menu item that stands out and is a must-try for fans of spicy Cajun food.
Crab Cake
Mentioned as a favorite appetizer, noted for being flavorful and well-sized. Recommended for those seeking a delicious starter.
Fried Oysters
Noted as good with a unique pairing of bacon, accompanied by slaw. Recommended as a tasty starter.
Vegan Cornbread Muffins
Highly praised by vegan diners for being delicious and flavorful, part of the restaurant's strong vegan menu offerings.
Vegan Creole Jambalaya
Recommended by vegan diners for its amazing flavor that rivals traditional dishes, making it a standout vegan offering.
Beet Salad (Double Roasted)
Recommended as a fresh and flavorful starter, praised for being substantial enough to be a meal in itself.
Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp
Recommended as a perfectly portioned, flavorful dish that leaves diners wanting more, showcasing expert preparation.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 5 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 2 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 2 to 9 PM |
About Maple Tree Inn
Cajun-Creole fare plus craft beers, signature cocktails & live music in a cozy saloon space.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
- Valet parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Maple Tree Inn known for?
It is especially known for Cajun-Creole dishes like cornbread, fried green tomatoes, gumbo, and crab cake. Reviewers repeatedly mention the spicy, well-seasoned flavors and say the food feels worth the wait, especially for dinner in Homewood.
What dishes are most recommended at Maple Tree Inn?
Reviewers most often recommend the cornbread, fried green tomatoes, crab cake, gumbo, crawfish etouffee, bourbon roasted oysters, and shrimp boil. The jalapeno cornbread, in particular, gets praise for its crust and moist center, while the fried green tomatoes and gumbo are called standout items.
What is the atmosphere like at Maple Tree Inn?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, historic, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a Nola-style vibe and live jazz or music mentioned in reviews. It works well for date nights, groups, and solo dinner, and the bar area gives people a place to wait with cocktails when tables are backed up.
Is Maple Tree Inn good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is $30 to $90, and reviewers say the portions are generous enough that the food feels filling rather than overpriced. People also note that the quality of dishes like seafood gumbo, red snapper, and crab cake makes the cost feel justified for a fine dining Cajun-Creole meal.
Do I need a reservation at Maple Tree Inn?
Yes, reservations are strongly recommended because reviewers and the business data both note that it is usually busy and there can be a wait, even on a Saturday dinner seatings. Guests often mention using the bar for cocktails while waiting, and the restaurant accepts reservations.
Is parking available at Maple Tree Inn?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking, Valet parking is available.
Does Maple Tree Inn have vegetarian options?
Yes, Maple Tree Inn offers vegan options.
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