They say to never judge a book by its cover, and the same can be said for restaurants. This one may not look like much from the outside, but the flavors they’re cooking up inside will dazzle your taste buds. It may be a bit out of the way, but we promise it’s worth the extra effort to find it.

Located in the tiny town of Lafitte, Jan’s Cajun Restaurant is one of those authentic hidden gems that only locals know about. Until now, that is.
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Bright blue on the outside, rustic and cozy on the inside, this no-frills restaurant has some of the most authentic, home-cooked meals you’ll find in the area.
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With over 40 years of experience cooking delicious Cajun cuisine, you can bet your taste buds are in for a treat when you step into Jan’s Cajun Restaurant.
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The menu features incredible sandwiches, po’boys, and daily specials that will keep you coming back again and again.
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And hearty portions are the name of the game, so be sure to bring a big appetite.
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For starters, you can’t go wrong with an order of their loaded fries. Piled high with mounds of cheese and bacon, this dish is perfect for sharing. It’s served with two different dipping sauces as well!
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In the mood for some hearty Italian cuisine? There are several pasta dishes on the menu that will blow you away, and their Eggplant Parmesan is practically perfect in every way.
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You can’t go wrong with their gumbo. Any Cajun restaurant worth their salt serves good gumbo, and here at Jan’s, you can choose between chicken or seafood gumbo.
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You can find Jan's Cajun Restaurant at 4831 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA 70067. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

While you’re in the area, check out Barataria Preserve and stroll down their picture-perfect boardwalks. Learn more about the preserve in our previous article here.

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