About Us
Our Story
Where It All Began
The McGuinness family opened Charlies Creole Kitchen aka Dodies in 1989. Charlies Creole Kitchen blends Creole & New Orleans cooking perfectly. Our recipes are made from scratch and come from family recipes that Aunt Lou-Lou, Aunt Daisy, Aunt Susan, and Mireille Lanusse McGuinness crafted over the years. Our chef has been preparing these delicious meals for over 30 years. You don’t have to go to New Orleans to get authentic Creole cooking.
“You can live in any city in America, but New Orleans is the only city that lives in you.”
– Chris Rose
Our Chef Mauricio
Our chef, Mauricio, has been in the kitchen since 1989 whipping up our authentic Creole Food. Pleasing the pallets of Dallas. Mauricio says you don’t hafta go to New Orleans to enjoy classic Creole cuisine.
Features
What We Offer
Daily Fresh Menus
Classic Creole Menu, Seasonal Menu, Lunch Specials, and Happy Hour pricing at our bar.
Fresh Ingredients
We home make our sauces, use fresh seafood and pride ourselves on the quality of our food.
Tasty Meals
Our meals are seasoned to please the desire for authentic New Orleans Creole cooking.
Creative Chefs
Mauricio is continuing to come up with New Orleans favorites to add to our seasonal menu.
Authentic Cuisine
We home make our sauces, use fresh seafood and pride ourselves on the quality of our food.
down home Atmosphere
You don’t hafta go to New Orleans to get a taste of authentic Creole cooking.
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What People are Saying
“A Great Find”
“I never write reviews, but I felt the need to tell everyone how amazing this place is. I had the shrimp and grits with some bread pudding for dessert, and honestly, it is the most authentic creole cuisine I’ve had in my time here in Dallas. Originally from New Orleans, I can guarantee you won’t find any place better without actually going to the Bayou. Every bite was an immediate trip home for me, and I cannot praise the chefs enough.“
Kelly
“Fabulous food & flawless service”
“Soooooooo good!!!! We could barely order and the food was already out and hot! Great service. Will be back. “
Shimada
“Another successful experience”
“Wonderful ambiance and very amiable service. The meals were crisp and delightful. Will surely recommend this restaurant to anyone. Reasonable prices and large portions. Keep up the great work.”
“100% Yum”
“Creole and the atmosphere at this location is excellent. I love going here. I’ll return friends next time.”
Arthur