You know what they say: don’t just a book by its cover. That saying rings true here in the Bayou State, as these restaurants may not look like much from the outside, but they’re serving up some of the most mouthwatering meals in Louisiana.
- Bayou Delight
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Sally Vaccaro/Trip Advisor Established in 1981, this little neighborhood restaurant in Houma has a vast menu of seafood dishes to blow your taste buds away. From the overstuffed po’boys to the boudin bites, you’ll find yourself coming back here again and again. Address: 4038 Bayou Black Dr., Houma, LA 70360
- Cane River Commissary
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Cane River Commissary/Facebook Nestled along the Cane River, this charming little restaurant has something for everyone. The menu features a vast assortment of pizzas, sandwiches, and Cajun cuisine to sink your teeth into. Address: 4191 Highway 494, Natchez, LA 71456
- Cowbell
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Cowbell/Facebook This former gas station turned restaurant may not look like much from the outside, but inside is where the magic happens. The burgers at Cowbell are legendary and its mac and cheese is what dreams are made of. Address: 8801 Oak St., New Orleans, LA 70118
- Habacu’s Mexican Restaurant
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Habacu’s/Facebook If you’ve got a craving for Mexican, Habacu’s is just the ticket. The shrimp enchiladas are some of the best in the area, and they have an extraordinary watermelon margarita to wash it down with! Address: 507 Main St., Minden, LA 71055
- Herby-K’s
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James B./Trip Advisor It may not look like much from the outside, but Herby-K’s is one of the most beloved restaurants in the Shreveport area. It’s been in business since 1936, and when you pay it a visit be sure to try the famous shrimp buster, a unique spin on a shrimp po’boy. Address: 1833 Pierre Ave., Shreveport, LA 71103
- Nino’s Italian Restaurant
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Nino’s Italian/Facebook You’ll find Nino’s over in Baton Rouge, serving some of the most amazing Italian dishes you could ever eat. This farm-to-table restaurant focuses on fresh and simple, and that’s just what you’ll find at this hidden gem. Address: 7512 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70810
- Rawz Cafe
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Rawz Cafe/Facebook This charming little eatery is one of the most popular spots in Monroe to fill up on delicious Asian cuisine, and it’s worth your time to pop on over. Address: 1100 Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA 71203
Have you ever eaten at any of these restaurants? Let us know in the comments below!
Bayou Delight/Facebook
Sally Vaccaro/Trip Advisor
Established in 1981, this little neighborhood restaurant in Houma has a vast menu of seafood dishes to blow your taste buds away. From the overstuffed po’boys to the boudin bites, you’ll find yourself coming back here again and again. Address: 4038 Bayou Black Dr., Houma, LA 70360
Cane River Commissary/Facebook
Nestled along the Cane River, this charming little restaurant has something for everyone. The menu features a vast assortment of pizzas, sandwiches, and Cajun cuisine to sink your teeth into. Address: 4191 Highway 494, Natchez, LA 71456
Cowbell/Facebook
This former gas station turned restaurant may not look like much from the outside, but inside is where the magic happens. The burgers at Cowbell are legendary and its mac and cheese is what dreams are made of. Address: 8801 Oak St., New Orleans, LA 70118
Habacu’s/Facebook
If you’ve got a craving for Mexican, Habacu’s is just the ticket. The shrimp enchiladas are some of the best in the area, and they have an extraordinary watermelon margarita to wash it down with! Address: 507 Main St., Minden, LA 71055
Herby-K’s/Facebook
James B./Trip Advisor
It may not look like much from the outside, but Herby-K’s is one of the most beloved restaurants in the Shreveport area. It’s been in business since 1936, and when you pay it a visit be sure to try the famous shrimp buster, a unique spin on a shrimp po’boy. Address: 1833 Pierre Ave., Shreveport, LA 71103
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Nino’s Italian/Facebook
You’ll find Nino’s over in Baton Rouge, serving some of the most amazing Italian dishes you could ever eat. This farm-to-table restaurant focuses on fresh and simple, and that’s just what you’ll find at this hidden gem. Address: 7512 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Rawz Cafe/Facebook
This charming little eatery is one of the most popular spots in Monroe to fill up on delicious Asian cuisine, and it’s worth your time to pop on over. Address: 1100 Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA 71203
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