One of the best parts about living in Louisiana is the food. We have some of the best cuisines the country, and people travel from all over just to try it. We are lucky enough to have these mouthwatering eateries right in our backyard, and these eight restaurants will quickly make you fall in love at first bite.
- Champions Bistro
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ChampionsBistro/Trip Advisor Tucked away in the tiny town of Delhi, Champions Bistro is a true hidden gem. Serving classic American and Cajun cuisine with some Asian flare, you’ll quickly fall in love with this delightful restaurant. Address: 253 Black Bear Dr., Delhi, LA 71232
- The York Chop
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The York Chop/Facebook This down-home restaurant has something for everyone. From finger-licking-good BBQ to chicken fried steak, get ready for one of the best meals of your life. The beef brisket is insanely good, and one of the most popular dishes on the menu. Address: 1818 Ringgold Ave., Coushatta, LA 71019
- Cotten’s Famous Hamburgers
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Cotten’s Famous Hamburgers/Facebook If you’re craving a burger, there’s no better place to go than Cotten’s. This Lake Charles institution has been serving up some of the juiciest burgers in town for many years, and it’s worth your while to pay them a visit. Address: 2001 Oak Park Blvd., Lake Charles, LA 70601
- Cajun Critters Seafood
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Cajun Critters Seafood/Facebook Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. From the oysters to the seafood platters, Cajun Critters has some of the best seafood in the area. Nestled in the heart of Houma, you can always count on a delightful dining experience over at Cajun Critters. Address: 6240 W. Main St., Houma, LA 70360
- Pioneer Pub
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Redoh/Trip Advisor Located in Louisiana’s oldest city, this Natchitoches pub is great for a quick cocktail or a casual meal. From burgers to steaks and seafood, there’s something for everyone on the menu. Address: 812 Washington St., Natchitoches, LA 71457
- Coffee Rani
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Coffee Rani/Facebook This darling little cafe on the Northshore has just about everything. From delicious salads to creative pasta dishes, there’s simply nothing they can’t do. Locally owned and operated for over a decade, this is one restaurant that should be on everyone’s bucket list. They have two locations: 234 Lee Ln, Covington, LA 70433 3510 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, LA 70471
- Silver Star Smokehouse & Saloon
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Silver Star Smokehouse & Saloon/Facebook Locally owned and operated, this casual joint is the perfect place for a meal with family or friends. From ribs to brisket and all the hearty sides, you’re sure to fall in love with the menu here. Address: 1201 Dixie Overland Rd., Bossier City, LA 71111
- TurnRow Bistro
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TurnRow Bistro/Facebook TurnRow Bistro just opened earlier this year and it’s already quite popular with the locals. This locally owned and operated restaurant is serving the most mouthwatering breakfast and lunch around, and you honestly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Address: 800 Harrison St., Rayville, LA 71269
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Champions Bistro/Facebook
ChampionsBistro/Trip Advisor
Tucked away in the tiny town of Delhi, Champions Bistro is a true hidden gem. Serving classic American and Cajun cuisine with some Asian flare, you’ll quickly fall in love with this delightful restaurant. Address: 253 Black Bear Dr., Delhi, LA 71232
BrittanyDWalker/Trip Advisor
The York Chop/Facebook
This down-home restaurant has something for everyone. From finger-licking-good BBQ to chicken fried steak, get ready for one of the best meals of your life. The beef brisket is insanely good, and one of the most popular dishes on the menu. Address: 1818 Ringgold Ave., Coushatta, LA 71019
IA/Hawks/Trip Advisor
Cotten’s Famous Hamburgers/Facebook
If you’re craving a burger, there’s no better place to go than Cotten’s. This Lake Charles institution has been serving up some of the juiciest burgers in town for many years, and it’s worth your while to pay them a visit. Address: 2001 Oak Park Blvd., Lake Charles, LA 70601
ShadowsDaddy/Trip Advisor
Cajun Critters Seafood/Facebook
Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. From the oysters to the seafood platters, Cajun Critters has some of the best seafood in the area. Nestled in the heart of Houma, you can always count on a delightful dining experience over at Cajun Critters. Address: 6240 W. Main St., Houma, LA 70360
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Redoh/Trip Advisor
Located in Louisiana’s oldest city, this Natchitoches pub is great for a quick cocktail or a casual meal. From burgers to steaks and seafood, there’s something for everyone on the menu. Address: 812 Washington St., Natchitoches, LA 71457
Google Maps
Coffee Rani/Facebook
This darling little cafe on the Northshore has just about everything. From delicious salads to creative pasta dishes, there’s simply nothing they can’t do. Locally owned and operated for over a decade, this is one restaurant that should be on everyone’s bucket list. They have two locations: 234 Lee Ln, Covington, LA 70433 3510 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, LA 70471
Iditarodridher/Trip Advisor
Silver Star Smokehouse & Saloon/Facebook
Locally owned and operated, this casual joint is the perfect place for a meal with family or friends. From ribs to brisket and all the hearty sides, you’re sure to fall in love with the menu here. Address: 1201 Dixie Overland Rd., Bossier City, LA 71111
TurnRow Bistro/Facebook
TurnRow Bistro just opened earlier this year and it’s already quite popular with the locals. This locally owned and operated restaurant is serving the most mouthwatering breakfast and lunch around, and you honestly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Address: 800 Harrison St., Rayville, LA 71269
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