Posted in Louisiana
February 21, 2017
15 Unsuspecting Restaurants In Louisiana With Food So Good It Should Be Illegal
Have you ever eaten something so good you wonder where it has been all your life? Well, these restaurants serve food so good you’d swear it should be illegal. See if you recognize any of them:


Build your own pizza, and choose from countless fresh toppings. Their dough is made fresh daily and your pizza is fired over an open flame so you get that perfect crispy crust. This is hands down one of the best places to get a pizza in Lafayette. Pizza Artista is located at 5409 Johnston Street in Lafayette, LA 70503


A family-owned BBQ restaurant that serves mouth watering, slow-cooked BBQ the way it should be done. Everything here is prepared with love, and you can taste the difference. Located at 7828 Line Avenue Shreveport LA 71106


A wonderful place to call your home away from home. Simple Joe's offers both breakfast and lunch options, but one of their more popular dishes is the shrimp and grits. Located at 3057 Government Street Baton Rouge, LA 70806


This converted gas station serves some of the best authentic Mexican food you'll find on this side of the border. From breakfast burritos to beef tripe soup, this is your go-to place if you're looking for real-deal Mexican. Located at 1004 Broad Street Lake Charles, LA 70601


This place is a local favorite for Baton Rouge residents. Try the gumbo, and thank us later. Located at 2158 O'Neal Lane in Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816


If you want some excellent Mediterranean cuisine, this is the place to go. Pita De' Novo's has offers a variety of Greek and Mediterranean specialties all at affordable prices. Located at 8510 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71115


Parkway has been serving up delicious po'boys for over a hundred years, and they are absolutely amazing. Parkway has been a New Orleans staple for years, and if you try their shrimp po'boy, you'll understand why. Parkway is located at 538 Hagan Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119

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Family-owned restaurant serving up amazing home cooking, just like ya mama used to make. Located at 345 Broad Street Lake Charles, LA 70601


This colorful little joint does one thing and does it well: hotdogs. How about an alligator sausage hot dog, or a crawfish sausage dog? With 10 different types of sausages and over 30 toppings, there's hundreds of combinations, so you can always come back and try something new. Dat Dog has multiple locations in New Orleans: 5030 Freret Street, 601 Frenchman Street, 3336 Magazine Street, and also inside the Lakeside Mall.


If you're looking for an old fashioned burger, this is the place. Cotten's has been serving the Lake Charles area for over 30 years and these burgers are so good they should be illegal. Located at 2001 Oak Park Blvd Lake Charles, LA 70601


This little diner has portions so big they'll feed you for days. From burgers to breakfast foods, they offer something for everyone (and it's ALL good!) Camellia Grill is located at 626 S. Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118


Located in historic downtown Monroe, Warehouse No. 1 has amazing views and delicious steaks and seafood. Overlooking the Ouachita River, it's the perfect place to enjoy an evening. Located at 1 Olive Street Monroe, LA 71201


Voted #1 seafood in Central Louisiana, Cajun Landing has been serving up amazing food for 25 years. Located at 2728 N. MacArthur Drive Alexandria, LA 71303


They've been in business for over 20 years, serving up delicious home cooking at its finest. No matter what you get, it'll be just as good as grandma used to make. 711 Federal Avenue Morgan City, LA 70380


The perfect spot when you're craving a sandwich or a salad. This place has amazing flavored tea as well! Be sure to grab an iced cold drink for the road. Located at 234 Lee Lane in Covington, LA 70433
Have you been to any of these restaurants? Let us know!