When you’re looking for restaurants in Louisiana, it can be easy to fall into the same ones again and again. Here are some other options for you to explore, some little known restaurants in Louisiana that are going to be on your list in no time.

1. Gautreau’s Restaurant, 1728 Soniat St., New Orleans
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If you're a fan of fine food, you don't want to miss this uptown hidden gem in New Orleans that serves up some of the classiest meals in New Orleans.
2. Johnnie Mae’s, 106 Carter St., Vidalia
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Right over the Mississippi River from Natchez you'll find this amazing country spot that serves up some of the most delicious Louisiana favorites anywhere.
3. Hobnobber’s Varieties Bar, 139 Carondelet St., New Orleans
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It would be easy to pass this little gem on by in the Warehouse district of New Orleans, but for those that know, it's one of the best breakfasts in New Orleans.
4. For The Love of N’awlins, 1534 Highway 594, Monroe
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This delicious restaurant is one of the best in Monroe, definitely the place for any New Orleans ex-pats who find themselves in North Louisiana.
5. Hawk’s Restaurant, 416 Hawks Rd., Rayne
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You'll fall in love with the delicious boiled crawfish offered here in a down home style that can't be beat.
6. Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, 6400 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste 560, Baton Rouge
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Hidden in the Mall of Louisiana this amazing pizza places offers up New York style pies with awesome toppings.
7. Southside Café, 3154 Pontchartrain Dr., Slidell
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This stuffed artichoke is just one of the amazing dishes that has made this place a Slidell institution.
8. La Truffe Sauvage, 815 W Bayou Pines Dr. Lake Charles
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One might not expect one of the most innovative and delicious restaurants in Louisiana to be in Lake Charles---but it is!
9. Dempsey’s, 17535 Airline Hwy, Prairieville
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There are so many amazing options at this Louisiana institution, including the delicious stuffed shrimp dish!
10. Bella Fresca Bistro, 608 Absinthe Ct., Shreveport
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You'll love the variety and freshness of the plates served up at this Shreveport favorite.
11. Café JoJo’s, 624 Front S., Morgan City
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Don't miss this Morgan City gem. The crab cakes here are simply amazing!

How many of these places have you visited? Do you have a favorite? Let us know what your hidden spots are–or check out our list of hidden restaurants here!

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