12 Neighborhood Restaurants In Louisiana With Food So Good You’ll Be Back For Seconds

Louisiana boasts some of the best country cuisine in the United States, highlighted by its amazing neighborhood restaurants.

I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say Louisiana has the best country cuisine in all of the United States. And there's no way to pull that off unless you have some of the most amazing neighborhood restaurants. We've scoured all of the information out there to find the best neighborhood restaurants in Louisiana today. Here's our list:

1. Shucks The Louisiana Seafood, 701 W. Port St., Abbeville

You'll feel right at home once you walk into this neighborhood spot, where cajun favorites are served up with delicious seasoning and all of the right side dishes.

2. Katie’s Restaurant, 3701 Iberville St., New Orleans

This New Orleans institution knows how to make patrons feel like family, with amazing sides and appetizers as well as delicious cocktails.

3. Landry’s Seafood Restaurant, 3614 Hwy 70 S., Pierre Part, LA

Not to be confused with the chain of restaurants known as Landry's Seafood, this neighborhood place will quickly become your favorite in the area. The stuffed crabs alone are worth a visit!

4. Toad Hollow Café, 207 N. New Hampshire St., Covington

When you're looking for a warm smile and an amazing home cooked meal, don't miss Toad Hollow--especially on a weekend morning!

5. Rita Mae’s, 711 Federal Ave., Morgan City

This delicious restaurant has been making Morgan City happy for years, their tender preparation of fried catfish is simply divine.

6. River and Rail Cantina, 201 Walnut St., Monroe

There is a beautiful view of the river here that you will absolutely love as you enjoy some of the best neighborhood food in Monroe.

7. Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant, 525 N. Main St., Washington

This lovely country restaurant is housed in a beautiful old warehouse building, visiting here you will love the food as much as the atmosphere.

8. Ferrier’s Rollin’ in the Dough, 1333 Captain Shreve Dr., Shreveport

When you want an amazingly delicious sandwich that is made with love, you'll definitely want to visit here.

9. Seither’s Seafood, 279 Hickory Ave., Harahan

There is an amazingly friendly, laid back vibe here, and paired with favorites like fried green tomatoes pictured here, they are awesome.

10. The Sloppy Taco, 2500 Kirkman St., Lake Charles

Formerly a taco truck, there is now a brick and mortar store that is quickly becoming one of the most popular places in Lake Charles. These tacos can give you a clue as to why.

11. Roberto’s River Road Restaurant, 1985 Highway 75, Sunshine

When you go to Roberto's, you will love the amazing food here, where Louisiana favorites are served up with awesome style.

12. Speckled T’s, 158 Military Rd, Slidell

There is so much to love about this down home spot, that some people call Slidell's version of Cheers.

Where do you like to go when you're looking for local, down home cuisine? Let us know where your favorite places are in your neighborhood! And if you're looking for more small town diners in Louisiana, check out our list here.

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