Lagniappe

About the Business

Specialties

The Louisiana French Creole use the term "lagniappe" to describe something that's "a little something extra," and that's exactly what chef owner Brian Grimley knows it takes to transform a dish from mere food into an experience you never forget. Inspired by the culture and flavors of New Orleans, Charleston and Savannah, Chef Grimley's Lagniappe Restaurant combines the traditions of the French Creole with unique twists on Southern culinary staples using only the freshest local ingredients. And should you wish to elevate your experience by imbibing one of the many cocktails on the menu, you'll choose from a range of both classic and new wave cocktails inspired by the eclectic spirit of the South.

History

Established in 2018.

Originally from the South of England, Chef Owner Brian Grimley is a self-taught chef who worked his way through college cooking in restaurants, graduating with a degree in engineering. It was only upon embarking on his career in engineering that he found he enjoyed the work he did to put himself through college more than the work he was doing post-graduation. After moving to the United States to pursue a culinary career and spending 25 years in the Tidewater District of Virginia, Brian and his wife Melanie moved to Northeast Florida eight years ago to explore the culinary secrets of the South while owning and operating Lulu's at The Thompson House in downtown Fernandina Beach. Lagniappe is the culmination of everything Brian has learned about food, service and hospitality in the South, with strong influences from cities like Charleston, New Orleans and Savannah.