The Rougaroux

Name: The Rougaroux
Address: 817 39th Pl S, Birmingham, AL, 35222, US
Telephone: +12055186677
Price range: $$

American$$Forest Park

$$ · Moderate
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817 39th Pl S
Birmingham, AL 35222
+12055186677
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Rakuten Dining, Member tier: 5% back
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Rakuten Dining, Member tier: 5% back
$5.50 as points, or $5.00 as cash (valuation from Oct 2026)
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About

The Rougaroux offers authentic Creole and Cajun food with counter service, indoor and covered outdoor seating, and a lively bar.

The Rougaroux serves authentic Creole and Cajun food, including gumbo, boudin, and po'boys. The venue provides quick, easy service at a counter and features a lively bar with fun staff. Both indoor and covered outdoor seating are available.

Known for

Authentic Creole/Cajun food
Covered outdoor seating
Lively bar
Counter service

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MileagePlus Dining0.5–5 miles per $1
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Hours

Monday	11 AM – 9 PM
Tuesday	11 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday	11 AM – 9 PM
Thursday	11 AM – 9 PM
Friday	11 AM – 9 PM
Saturday	11 AM – 9 PM
Sunday	Closed

Location

817 39th Pl S · Forest Park, Birmingham

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Lunch · Dinner

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