25 Essential Lafayette Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Lafayette.
Zea Rotisserie & Bar
Louisiana
Polished restaurant featuring rotisserie meats, craft cocktails & happy hours in a casual setting.
Olde Tyme Grocery
Louisiana
Longtime po’ boy sandwich specialist with a down-home, counter-serve setup & some outdoor seating.
Marcello's
Louisiana
Upscale, romantic establishment featuring traditional Italian cuisine & an extensive wine selection.
Dons Seafood - Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
Relaxed destination offering Southern classics like seafood gumbo, as well as grilled meat.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Lafayette, Louisiana
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Sarrica's Little Italy
Lafayette, Louisiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Live music.
Ruffino's On The River
Lafayette, Louisiana
Buzzy, upmarket destination serving steak, pasta & Cajun-inspired seafood in relaxed surrounds.
la Madeleine
Lafayette, Louisiana
Quaint French cafe chain serving rustic country fare, espresso & fresh-baked baguettes.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Lafayette, Louisiana
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Joey's
Lafayette, Louisiana
Storied delicatessen with daily Cajun & Creole lunch specials, plus prepared dishes & gourmet items.
Hub City Diner
Lafayette, Louisiana
Diner fare & a few Southern items served in 1950s-style digs with red booths & black-&-white tile.
Pop's Poboys
Lafayette, Louisiana
Classic Southern po' boys are prepared along with modern takes at this hip cafe-style dining room.
Half Shell Oyster House
Lafayette, Louisiana
Upscale-casual Southern seafood restaurant/bar serving oysters & po' boys, plus steak & cocktails.
Jason's Deli
Lafayette, Louisiana
Deli chain featuring specialty sandwiches, salads & other health-conscious fare.
Athena Greek and Lebanese Food
Lafayette, Louisiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection. Popular for.
Saigon Noodles
Lafayette, Louisiana
Intimate, contemporary bistro whipping up pho, vermicelli dishes & other Vietnamese favorites.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Lafayette, Louisiana
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Bonefish Grill
Lafayette, Louisiana
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Thai With Love
Lafayette, Louisiana
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Vermilionville Restaurant | La Cuisine de Maman
Lafayette, Louisiana
Circa-1800s home with gumbo, étouffée & other Cajun-Creole dishes, plus servers in period costumes.
Pizza Village
Lafayette, Louisiana
Custom pies plus Southern-style Italian sandwiches are featured in this lively & spacious setting.
Cafe Habana City
Lafayette, Louisiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
T-Coon's Restaurant
Lafayette, Louisiana
Homey cafe serving up breakfast classics & Cajun-Creole dishes, from omelets to crawfish étouffée.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Lafayette, Louisiana
Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting.
Tsunami Sushi Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
Japanese sushi specialist serving a variety of inventive rolls in sleek, contemporary quarters.