12 Bucket List Worthy Restaurants To Try In Louisiana, One For Each Month Of The Year
If Louisiana is known for anything, it’s food. Few other states have such culinary prowess as we do, and we sure are proud of it! From pizza to po’boys, we know our way around the kitchen. If you find yourself always eating at the same restaurants, consider spicing things up a bit with a visit to one of these awesome eateries. Make it your mission to eat at a new restaurant every month! Here’s 12 to get you started:
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Frank's Pizza Napoletana, 6950 Fern Ave, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
Pizza is always a good idea, and Frank’s serves some of the best in the state! Not only does the menu feature several old-world, Napoli-style pizzas, but they also have some sensational seafood and steak options, too.
Grayson's Barbeque, 5849 US-71, Clarence, LA 71414, USA
Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you, behind those doors are some of the most mouthwateringly delicious BBQ around. From plates to pounds, this small-town hidden gem has a loyal fan base, and after one bite you’ll understand why.
Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant, 622 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
This casual joint in Natchitoches is the birthplace of the iconic meat pie and worthy of a road trip from any corner of the state. Available in both meat and crawfish, these fried pockets of perfection pair perfectly with any one of their homemade specialties like red beans and rice, crawfish étouffée, or gumbo.
Main Street Restaurant, 12807 Main St, Gilliam, LA 71029, USA
We love small-town restaurants, and Main Street Restaurant checks all the boxes. This locally-owned eatery is a great option for everything from chicken fried steak to boiled shrimp.
Strawn's Eat Shop, 125 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA
Strawn’s has been a Shreveport staple since 1944, and you better come hungry! This family-owned eatery serves huge portions of Southern comfort food, burgers, and breakfast options. Just make sure you save room for their famous ice box pie!
Waterfront Grill, 5201 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Located in Monroe, this waterfront restaurant overlooks the beautiful Bayou Desiard and serves incredible Cajun-style dishes in a warm and rustic setting. For a meal with a view, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Waterfront Grill.
Diamond Grill, 924 3rd St, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA
It’s not every day you get to treat yourself to a meal in a space like this. Once a former jewelry store, this upscale eatery now serves a wide range of steak and seafood options ideal for a celebratory meal with your loved ones.
Cecil's Cajun Kitchen, 120 W 1st St, DeRidder, LA 70634, USA
A welcoming atmosphere, great burgers, and a good time await you at this down-home spot in DeRidder. As the name would suggest, you’ll also find a wide range of Cajun-inspired specialties on the menu, as well as live music on nights and weekends.
Darrell's, 119 W College St, Lake Charles, LA 70605, USA
When it comes to po’boys, few can compare to what you’ll get at Darrell’s. This long-time Lake Charles staple has been serving delicious po’boys since 1985 and you better come hungry, because these things are monstrous!
Cafe Josephine, 818 Napoleon Ave, Sunset, LA 70584, USA
From Cajun cuisine to homemade pizza, the menu at Cafe Josephine caters to everyone. Of course, when the steaks look like this, we know what we’ll be ordering…
Rice Palace Restaurant, 2015 Rice Capital Pkwy, Crowley, LA 70526, USA
Part truck stop, part casino, part restaurant… you can do it all at the Rice Palace. This beloved truck stop is the go-to spot for a hot plate lunch. The specials change often, ranging from fried pork chops to good old fashioned meatloaf.
Roberto's River Road Restaurant, 1985 LA-75, Sunshine, LA 70780, USA
A scenic drive along historic River Road isn’t complete without stopping off at Roberto’s, a rustic little joint in Sunshine, Louisiana. The building is nearly 200 years old, and the Cajun and Creole-inspired menu is so good, you’ll be dreaming about it!
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Address: Waterfront Grill, 5201 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Address: Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant, 622 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
Address: Main Street Restaurant, 12807 Main St, Gilliam, LA 71029, USA
Address: Diamond Grill, 924 3rd St, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA
Address: Strawn's Eat Shop, 125 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA
Address: Grayson's Barbeque, 5849 US-71, Clarence, LA 71414, USA
Address: Frank's Pizza Napoletana, 6950 Fern Ave, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
Address: Cecil's Cajun Kitchen, 120 W 1st St, DeRidder, LA 70634, USA
Address: Darrell's, 119 W College St, Lake Charles, LA 70605, USA
Address: Rice Palace Restaurant, 2015 Rice Capital Pkwy, Crowley, LA 70526, USA
Address: Cafe Josephine, 818 Napoleon Ave, Sunset, LA 70584, USA
Address: Roberto's River Road Restaurant, 1985 LA-75, Sunshine, LA 70780, USA
Address: Frank's Pizza Napoletana, 6950 Fern Ave, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
Address: Grayson's Barbeque, 5849 US-71, Clarence, LA 71414, USA
Address: Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant, 622 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
Address: Main Street Restaurant, 12807 Main St, Gilliam, LA 71029, USA
Address: Strawn's Eat Shop, 125 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA
Address: Waterfront Grill, 5201 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Address: Diamond Grill, 924 3rd St, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA
Address: Cecil's Cajun Kitchen, 120 W 1st St, DeRidder, LA 70634, USA
Address: Darrell's, 119 W College St, Lake Charles, LA 70605, USA
Address: Cafe Josephine, 818 Napoleon Ave, Sunset, LA 70584, USA
Address: Rice Palace Restaurant, 2015 Rice Capital Pkwy, Crowley, LA 70526, USA
Address: Roberto's River Road Restaurant, 1985 LA-75, Sunshine, LA 70780, USA
