Swamp Tales

4.4 ( 722 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM See Hours
$10–20
7901 IL-127, Carlyle, IL 62231, United States
+1 618-594-2885
Swamp Tales in Carlyle, IL, captures the essence of authentic Cajun cuisine. The vibrant atmosphere welcomes diners with the unmistakable aroma of Louisiana flavors. Signature dishes like the gator tails are a highlight—perfectly seasoned and tender, enticing both seasoned Cajun lovers and curious newcomers. Customer reviews speak volumes about the consistency and quality of the food. Doug Huff raves about the bayou platter's delightful offerings and hints at future visits after enjoying the boneless wings and catfish chunks. Debra Jett relishes her shrimp boil, noting that it provided not just one, but two satisfying meals. She highlights the cheeseburger's perfect cook and the tasty gator bites as well. Dan Habermehl's experience with the catfish dinner showcases the impeccable cooking and seasoning, while Zach Robbins emphasizes that Swamp Tales is a treasure for anyone craving unique Southern flavors. With a menu that includes everything from fried chicken to decadent New York strip steak, alongside appetizing sides like Cajun fries and jalapeno hushpuppies, there's something to please every palate. The attentive staff, including the eager Payton, further enhances the dining experience, ensuring patrons feel welcomed and valued. Overall, Swamp Tales stands out as a must-visit for anyone seeking a hearty bite of Cajun culture in the Midwest.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has live music
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Swamp Tales

Doug Huff
May 15,2025
First time there. Me and my wife wasn't real hungry so we split the bayou platter. It was really good. We are definitely going back. This is an update. We went back for the second time and my wife got boneless wings and cajun fries and I got the catfish chunks. It was great again. We will be going back again.
Debra Jett
May 4,2025
The food was excellent!!! I ordered the shrimp boil. I had 2 meals from the leftovers. It was seasoned perfectly!!! My husband had a cheeseburger. He couldn't eat it all. It was very good and cooked to his liking. We also had the gator bites, which were very tasty!
Jessica Trader
Apr 28,2025
Payton was amazing!! We were the only 1s sitting outside she made it a point to come check onus and even got my big big puppy some water. Well be back!!
Dan Habermehl
Apr 14,2025
Stopped on 3-21 for fish and was not disappointed. We had the catfish dinner with fries, slaw, and hush puppies. All were cooked perfect and had great seasoning. Can’t wait to try more. Service was great.
Zach Robbins
Mar 27,2025
⸻ If you’re craving authentic Cajun cuisine, Swamp Tails is the real deal! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm Southern welcome and the mouthwatering aroma of bold Louisiana flavors. The star of the show? The Gator Tails. Perfectly seasoned, tender, and fried just right — they’re a must-try whether you’re a Cajun food lover or just feeling adventurous. The rest of the menu is just as impressive, with rich gumbo, spicy etouffee, and all the soulful comfort food you’d expect. Don’t miss this gem — it’s a slice of the bayou in Illinois!
Melanie LeDuc
Mar 22,2025
Great place in Posey, Illinois. Smoked wings were great, They were out of gator legs but they replaced with gator bites, yum oh! Chloe was awesome.
Nicole Robards
Mar 14,2025
My company stopped in for lunch, we had been looking for a different spot to try and this was the place the hit the spot. Food was surprisingly amazing and the portions were nice size, we will go back for more gater and definitely the fantastic bloody Mary. & Our waitress did a awesome job! See ya again soon, that's a promise!
Landrell C.
Feb 22,2025
This place is great! The food was delicious( I had gator legs and asparagus , my husband had a burger) but more than that the staff is beyond exceptional! They are a very honest and trustworthy crew that saved my tail end when I left my purse by accident I highly recommend if you haven't ate here to stop in and grab a bite and a good drink too

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