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  1. A photo of Charley G's Seafood Grill restaurant

    Charley G's Seafood Grill

    Price: Moderate
    American
    4.9
    (1,277)
    Charley G's is a Lafayette favorite known for grilling aged beef & fresh Louisiana seafood over southern hardwoods. The food at Charley G's is driven by Southern inspiration and the menu changes seasonally with local seafood & produce. The casual yet upscale atmosphere has a bar area with live piano music 7 days a week. Charley G's also offers a wide assortment of specialty liquors, liqueurs & wines. Once a month Charley G's hosts a wine dinner that features wines from various regions and uniquely paired cuisine.
  2. A photo of Social Southern Table and Bar restaurant

    Social Southern Table and Bar

    Price: Moderate
    Regional American (Southern)
    4.8
    (859)
    Be real. Eat good. It is all about being true to who you are: sharing with friends and family and enjoying each other's company over a good meal. The ingredients are always fresh and that is the cornerstone of our farm-to-table approach. It's talking about dinner when you're having lunch. Have you got some positive energy to share? Or maybe your grandmother's recipe for cobbler?
    Leave here and create some more good in your world. We're all a part of it.
  1. A photo of Prejean's Restaurant restaurant

    Prejean's Restaurant

    Price: Moderate
    Cajun
    4.6
    (242)
    Prejean's Restaurant is a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Conveniently located on I49 North, just 2 miles north of I-10 in Lafayette, LA awaits Big Al, our 14-foot stuffed gator to welcome you to our warm, friendly, and casual atmosphere. Mouth watering Char-Grilled Oysters served up with a bowl of one of our Signature Gumbos or maybe a perfectly cooked juicy Steak are just some of our menu offerings that are sure to delight.
    After 40 years of ownership under the Guilbeau Family, Prejean’s started a new chapter in November 2020! New owners Tim Metcalf, Greg Metcalf, & Ken Boudreaux bring a combined 75+ years of restaurant experience & a new attitude to the iconic Prejean’s Restaurant.
    Our Mission is simple …
    Buy the best food we can & cook it as Cajuns do.
    Simply Cajun!
  2. A photo of Prejean's Restaurant Broussard restaurant

    Prejean's Restaurant Broussard

    Price: Moderate
    Cajun
    4.7
    (39)
    Prejean's Restaurant is a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Little Al, our 8-foot stuffed gator to welcome you to our warm, friendly, and casual atmosphere. Mouth watering Char-Grilled Oysters served up with a bowl of one of our Signature Gumbos or maybe a perfectly cooked juicy Steak are just some of our menu offerings that are sure to delight.
    After 40 years of ownership under the Guilbeau Family, Prejean’s started a new chapter in November 2020! New owners Tim Metcalf, Greg Metcalf, & Ken Boudreaux bring a combined 75+ years of restaurant experience & a new attitude to the iconic Prejean’s Restaurant.
    Our Mission is simple …
    Buy the best food we can & cook it as Cajuns do.
    Simply Cajun!

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Discover Lafayette

Located in the heart of south Louisiana's Acadiana country, Lafayette is the city where Cajun and Creole cuisine originated. Whether it's seafood or freshwater fish, in Lafayette, you can have it baked, boiled, braised, blackened, or fried and seasoned to taste. Locally owned restaurants even serve alligator on their menus, and crawfish is a springtime favorite. Area chefs use fresh local ingredients in all their dishes whether it's a cheeseburger or po'boy. American restaurants serve traditional home-style dishes called plate lunches. Featuring hearty portions and a thick gravy, plate lunches are popular because they are inexpensive and quick. Cafes and bistros serve soups and sandwiches. You can also find French cuisine, Asian-style restaurants, and Mexican food in Lafayette.

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Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in Lafayette is Randol’s

The best vegan restaurants in Lafayette are Vestal Restaurant, Ruffino’s on the River and Cafe Sydnie Mae

The best vegetarian restaurants in Lafayette are Park Bistro, Marcello's of Lafayette and Vestal Restaurant

The restaurants with the best service in Lafayette are Buffalo Wild Wings - North Lafayette, Randol’s and Crawfish Town USA

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lafayette are Buffalo Wild Wings - North Lafayette, Randol’s and Pour Restaurant & Bar

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