When you’ve lived in Louisiana for long enough, it’s easy to feel like you’ve eaten everywhere and seen it all. But there are still some mom and pop restaurants in Louisiana that are off the beaten path enough that you may not have noticed them. These are the restaurants in Louisiana that serve home cooked meals to die for! We’ve scoured the state to find the best ones. Check them out!
- T Jim’s, 928 Dr H J Kaufman Ave., Cottonport
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Yelp.com / James L For the best boudin anywhere, you want to plan a trip to this small town grocery and market. They truly have the most amazing Cajun sausages that will make it difficult to eat boudin from anywhere else!
- Anita’s Smokin’ Steak Burgers, 13145 US-90, Boutte
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Yelp.com / Michelle S. For a truly delicious and carefully crafted burger that hits all of the right spots, you want to stop at Anita’s. The comfy vibe will make you feel right at home.
- The Local, 6865 Magnolia Beach Rd., Denham Springs
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Yelp.com / Becca S. The sandwiches here go beyond the traditional po-boy fare you normally find in Louisiana, and it will blow your mind!
- House of Seafood, 81790 Hwy 21, Bush
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Yelp.com / Kurt L. This country buffet makes pigging out on the best seafood Louisiana has to offer easy as pie. Come hungry!
- Poche’s, 3015 Main Hwy, Breaux Bridge
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Yelp.com / Haley B. Poche’s offers tender, lovingly prepared pork products that value delicious meats and great sauces.
- Ethel’s Snack Shack, 1553 Fairchild St., Baton Rouge
Yelp.com / Dennis T.
Yelp.com /T R. This soul food snack shack will hit the spot over and over. You don’t want to miss the sides!
- Myran’s Maison De Manger, 1023 Neblett St., Arnaudville
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Xomanto / Jo This downhome restaurant offers Louisiana favorites framed by a beautiful setting - sitting on the porch here for dinner is simply delicious.
- Old Tyme Grocery, 218 W. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Lafayette natives flock here when they want classic po-boys prepared the old fashioned way. Don’t forget your Barqs!
- Blue Light Cafe, 500 S. Monroe St., Ruston
Yelp.com / Troy B. This Ruston cafe is a local favorite for home cooking and great community vibes.
- Lil G’s Kajun Restaurant, 9338 Hwy. 23, Belle Chase
Yelp.com / Miek T.
Yelp.com / Marc O. This delicious Cajun restaurant takes the classics and put their unique spin on it, making customers come back again and again.
- Villager’s Café, 8400 Maurice Ave., Maurice
Yelp.com / Jesse W.
Yelp.com / Brent L. When you want a carefully prepared po-boy that has just the right amount of dressing and seasoning, definitely visit Villager’s Cafe.
How many of these mom & pop restaurants in Louisiana that serve home cooking have you visited? Do you have favorite dishes that you always order from these places when you’re looking for comfort food? We love to hear about your experiences at these restaurants in Louisiana. Let us know your thoughts!
Facebook / Jarred Foreman
Yelp.com / James L
For the best boudin anywhere, you want to plan a trip to this small town grocery and market. They truly have the most amazing Cajun sausages that will make it difficult to eat boudin from anywhere else!
Yelp.com / Jim W.
Yelp.com / Michelle S.
For a truly delicious and carefully crafted burger that hits all of the right spots, you want to stop at Anita’s. The comfy vibe will make you feel right at home.
Yelp.com / Scott S.
Yelp.com / Becca S.
The sandwiches here go beyond the traditional po-boy fare you normally find in Louisiana, and it will blow your mind!
Yelp.com / K. R. M.
Yelp.com / Kurt L.
This country buffet makes pigging out on the best seafood Louisiana has to offer easy as pie. Come hungry!
Yelp.com / Outlaw Pilots
Yelp.com / Haley B.
Poche’s offers tender, lovingly prepared pork products that value delicious meats and great sauces.
Yelp.com / Dennis T.
Yelp.com /T R.
This soul food snack shack will hit the spot over and over. You don’t want to miss the sides!
Xomanto / Jo
This downhome restaurant offers Louisiana favorites framed by a beautiful setting - sitting on the porch here for dinner is simply delicious.
Lafayette natives flock here when they want classic po-boys prepared the old fashioned way. Don’t forget your Barqs!
Yelp.com / Troy B.
This Ruston cafe is a local favorite for home cooking and great community vibes.
Yelp.com / Miek T.
Yelp.com / Marc O.
This delicious Cajun restaurant takes the classics and put their unique spin on it, making customers come back again and again.
Yelp.com / Jesse W.
Yelp.com / Brent L.
When you want a carefully prepared po-boy that has just the right amount of dressing and seasoning, definitely visit Villager’s Cafe.
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