The Food Is Almost As Historic As The 171-Year-Old Building At Roberto’s In Louisiana

We love finding those off-the-beaten-path eateries that are so good, they're worth the extra effort to get to them. Next time you find yourself on historic River Road, be sure to make your way over to Roberto's River Road Restaurant, a humble little joint with a menu that will just dazzle your taste buds. Let's check it out.

Nestled in the tiny town of Sunshine, you’ll find Roberto’s facing the levee right on historic River Road.

It may not look like much from the outside, but don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you…this is one restaurant you won’t want to pass up.

The walls are adorned with all sorts of nostalgic memorabilia that you'll find yourself mesmerized by.

The building dates back to the 1850s and was mostly remembered by locals for housing the J.J. LaPlace & Sons general store for many decades before becoming a restaurant.

Whether you grab a seat at the bar...

...or a table in the dining room, Roberto’s has a charming atmosphere with a rustic vibe that’ll make you feel like you’ve snuck away to the depths of the Atchafalaya.

They've made some improvements and renovations over the years, but you'll still feel the history of the building from the moment you step inside. If those walls could talk!

When it comes to the menu, be sure to come hungry.

You'll find several splurge-worthy options on both the lunch and dinner menus.

Creole and Cajun cuisine get an elegant spin here at Roberto's.

From shrimp and grits to fried gator, the menu covers all of your favorite Louisiana dishes.

Steak lovers will certainly want to peep the red meat section, where you'll find juicy ribeyes, filets, and pork chops.

And you just know a down-home place like this has some sensational desserts.

Bread pudding, cheesecakes, chocolate cakes... you may just want to start with dessert and work your way backward!

For more information, including a full menu, be sure to check out the restaurant's website, and don't forget to give it a follow on Facebook so you never miss out on any daily specials. Have you ever dined at Roberto's? Let us know in the comments!