People Travel From All Over For the Meat Pies At This Iconic Restaurant In Louisiana

From cracklins to crawfish, Louisiana is known for having some of the most unique, delicious food in the country. Just about every region has a culinary staple, and there’s one humble little restaurant in Louisiana’s oldest city that created a delicious dish you simply have to try.

Tucked away in the downtown historic district of Natchitoches, Lasyone’s has been a favorite among locals for over 50 years.

This no-frills restaurant is a must-try when you’re in the area.

Before he opened his own restaurant, James Lasyone was a butcher at Live Oak grocery.

He worked there for 25 years and began working on his meat pie recipe in the 1950s.

In 1967, he opened up his own meat pie kitchen.

They didn’t take long to become quite popular. They’ve been featured in magazines including Southern Living, Cooking with Paula Dean, Gourmet Magazine, and many many more. People travel from all over just to try one of these delicious meat pies.

When the crawfish pie was added to the menu in 2008, it was an instant hit.

Pair it up with some red beans, rice, and southern fried catfish, or their famous dirty rice for a truly Louisiana-inspired meal.

Lasyone’s is still a family owned and operated business, just as it has been for over 50 years.

You can find them at 622 2nd St., Natchitoches, LA 71457. They’re open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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