When you’re craving a hearty bowl of spicy jambalaya or crawfish pie, you don’t have to venture down to New Orleans. There’s a hidden gem restaurant in the Bluegrass State that’s known far and wide for amazing and authentic Cajun food. The oldest restaurant in Frankfort, Rick’s White Light Diner is a Kentucky icon whose humble digs belie what awaits inside: bold and vibrant Cajun cuisine.

Frankfort might be the capital of Kentucky, but when you visit Rick's White Light Diner, you might just think you've landed in New Orleans!
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Rick's has been part of Frankfort's history since 1943, making it the oldest restaurant in the city that's still in operation. There's a reason for its success -- many reasons, actually.
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Known for authentic Cajun classics like beignets, crawfish étouffée, po boys, crawfish pie, and shrimp gumbo, Rick's White Light Diner has the "Cajun cuisine market" cornered in Kentucky.
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On the menu, Rick's Famous Crawfish Pie is a fan favorite, and the Shrimp Po' Boy is easily the best in the Bluegrass. Add a side of deep-fried asparagus, and get ready for a party!
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But it's not just the cuisine that sets this diner apart; it's the care with which each dish is prepared. At Rick’s White Light Diner, everything on the menu is made from scratch with the best and freshest ingredients available -- and this commitment to quality alongside a culture of hospitality is what keeps customers returning time and time again.
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In a state that's all about Southern hospitality and front porch culture, Rick's is the kind of warm and welcoming place that invites folks to come, sit, eat, and linger.
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This hidden gem of a place has been around for decades, and continues to win over customers with its amazing Cajun cooking. We will happily continue supporting this only-in-Kentucky gem, and hope to see you there sometime soon!
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Have you dined at Rick’s White Light Diner before? This restaurant is a treasure of a place!

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Rick's White Light Cajun Diner, 114 Bridge St, Frankfort, KY 40601, USA