The Small-Town Restaurant Where Locals Catch Up Over Incredible Seafood

I'm a firm believer that some of the best meals are found at small-town restaurants. These locally-owned eateries are more than a place to grab a bite to eat. They're a part of the community. They're places where the staff knows you by name, the kitchen remembers your order, and you feel like one of the family. That's exactly what you'll find when you step through the doors of this small-town restaurant in Louisiana.

Basile is a tiny little town that’s located in both Acadia and Evangeline Parishes. With a population that hovers around 1,200 people, it’s safe to say it’s the definition of a small town.

And it’s where you’ll find D.I.’s, a small-town restaurant in Louisiana that’s cooking up some big flavors.

Ask anyone in Basile where to eat, and it won’t take long before someone mentions D.I.’s.

It’s been a staple since they opened back in 1986.

Locally owned by a husband and wife who have several decades of crawfish farming under their belts, D.I.’s is the place to be for authentic Cajun fare.

When crawfish season rolls around in the spring, this is the place to be!

The menu boasts a wide range of Louisiana favorites that are sure to impress.

From signature creations...

...to buckets of boiled seafood, D.I.'s can do it all.

While there is a heavy emphasis on Cajun and Southern food, you'll also find plenty of other options too. The burgers, sandwiches, baby back ribs, and premium ribeyes are just a few of the non-seafood options, and each one is more delicious than the next.

But D.I.'s is more than just a restaurant.

When you're in the heart of Cajun Country, you've got to add a dance floor!

D.I.'s has live music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

You haven't experienced a true Cajun meal unless it's being scored by some Zydeco music. The whole family will love this spot! Check out the music schedule to see who's playing.

From the toe-tapping tunes to the towers of seafood, D.I.'s is a dining experience you could only have in Louisiana.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Visit the website of D.I.'s Cajun Restaurant for a full menu, music schedule, and more. Don't forget to give D.I.'s Cajun Restaurant a follow on Facebook, too. That's where you'll find all the announcements about when the restaurant will start serving seasonal favorites like boiled crawfish.

Why not make a weekend out of it? Book yourself a stay at this Vrbo and spend a few days exploring this part of Louisiana. If you need some inspiration, start with the Creole Nature Trail.