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Park Bistro
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(263)Park Bistro is in the Saint Streets area of Lafayette Louisiana and was founded by Chef Peter Cooke. Coming from New York City, Peter is excited to bring his elevated cuisine to the area. Park Bistro has indoor, outdoor and bar seating with a full beer, wine and cocktail program for you and your friends to enjoy.Marcello's of Lafayette
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(1,164)At Marcello's Wine Market Cafe we specialize in true Italian cooking. We use the freshest ingredients that reflect authentic Sicilian cuisine with a touch of Northern Italy. Shop our retail section to pair the perfect wine with your meal. You are certain to have the most unique dining experience in Lafayette.
Social Southern Table and Bar
Price: Moderate•Southern•4.9(854)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.Charley G's Seafood Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,268)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.
Cafe Josephine
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(648)Chef Troy Bijeaux wants to welcome everyone to Cafe Josephine. We have many spectacular dishes, but our signature dishes are both our steaks and oysters. They can be seen getting prepared and cooked at our oyster bar. Its a great time to speak with Chef and others around you.Ruffino’s on the River
Price: Expensive•Steak•4.7(1,990)Ruffino's on the River is a -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant and an experience in Food and Atmosphere like no others. Located in Lafayette, La. From the time you walk in and see the wood burning stove aflame, to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's faces, you will have goose bumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. The scenes of the gorgeous Vermilion River where our outdoor patio looks over is breath taking. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank baked Redfish or our mouth watering Prime cut Steaks, the menu is diversive for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this this ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. I where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate!
See what locals rave about in Lafayette
- PPhyllisVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •8 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had the best waiter! He was knowledgeable and was enjoyable. The food is always amazing!More infoMarcello's of LafayettePrice: Moderate• Italian• Lafayette•4.9
- MMoe58Baton Rouge / Lafayette •9 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoFantastic service. Great food. Romantic setting. Pianist played, very well , a variety of musicMore infoCharley G's Seafood GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Lafayette•4.9
- BBridgetteBaton Rouge / Lafayette •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoOur experience at Ruth Chris was awesome. The environment was a plus. The service was excellent. We will be back again!!More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - LafayettePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Lafayette•4.8
- PLPattiLMobile •10 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI’m so grateful that Superior Grill has opened a location in Lafayette, Louisiana. Delicious food and great service. Lunch specials until 3pm and then Happy Hour from 3pm- 6pm. Huge parking area.More infoSuperior Grill - LafayettePrice: Expensive• Mexican• Lafayette•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerBaton Rouge / Lafayette •6 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 14, 2025Wonderful dining experience as always. Making another reservation now.More infoRuffino’s on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Steak• Lafayette•4.7
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 Crawfish Town USA
The best vegetarian restaurants in Lafayette are Vestal Restaurant, Park Bistro and Ruffino’s on the River
The restaurants with the best service in Lafayette are Crawfish Town USA, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Lafayette and Buffalo Wild Wings - North Lafayette
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lafayette are Randol’s, Buffalo Wild Wings - North Lafayette and Crawfish Town USA