These 5 Restaurants Have Truly Incredible Cuisine That You'll Only Find In Louisiana

Seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee, boudin, po’boys, the list goes on and on. Louisiana has some of the most unique, most delicious food the country as to offer, and it’s all at our doorstep. If you’re looking for some of the best, most authentic Creole/Cajun dishes, then you have to swing by one of these restaurants.

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Boudreau & Thibodeau’s/Facebook

Open since 1998, Boudreau & Thibodeau’s offers some of the best Cajun and Creole food in the area. Come for the food, and stay for the friendly and inviting atmosphere. From the jokes on the walls to the extraordinary customer service, you’ll be sure to pass a good time down at Boudreau & Thibodeau’s. Located 5602 W Main St, Houma, Louisiana 70360.

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Chicken on the Bayou & Boudin Shop/Facebook

If there’s any place that serves the most authentic Creole/Cajun food, it would be this spot. Located in the heart of Cajun Country, Chicken on The Bayou serves some of the most mouthwatering dishes you can imagine. You can’t go wrong with anything, but we certainly recommend trying the boudin! Find it at 2942 Grand Point Hwy, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana 70517.

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Mother’s/Facebook

Mother’s has been a New Orleans institution since it opened its doors in 1938, and like a fine wine, it has only gotten better with age. You’ll find all of the usual suspects like Crawfish Etouffee, Debris Po’boys, and Red Beans & Rice here, plus so much more. Located at 401 Poydras St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.

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Parrain’s/Facebook

If you find yourself in Baton Rouge craving seafood, Parrain’s is the place to go. They’ve been offering the freshest seafood straight from the Gulf since they opened in 2001. You won’t find a better place for BBQ Shrimp, Catfish, or fried seafood platters. Located at 3225 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808.

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Prejean’s/Facebook

Robert Guilbeau and his friends built Prejean’s in 1980 on some farmland that he had inherited from his grandparents. Now they’re a Lafayette fan-favorite and known for having some of the best gumbo around. Pro tip: start your meal off with some crawfish enchiladas. Located at 3480 NE Evangeline Trwy, Lafayette, Louisiana 70507.

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