Consistency is key in the restaurant world. One of the main reasons so many restaurants in Louisiana have stood the test of time is because of consistency, both in the quality of the food and the customer service experience. When you want a restaurant you can count on, we’ve got some of our favorite simple but tasty restaurants that never disappoint, so you can come back again and again and know you’re going to love it.

  1. BBQ West

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BBQ West/Facebook It’s easy to miss this fantastic BBQ joint since it’s tucked in the corner of a strip mall, but that’s what makes finding this gem all the better. Tender ribs, juicy chicken, and brisket so tender it practically melts in your mouth are all waiting for you!

  1. Bergeron’s

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Bergeron’s/Google When it comes to Cajun cooking, few can compare to Bergeron’s. Established in 2002 in Port Allen, it quickly expanded to include locations in Shreveport, Bossier City, and Gonzales. After your meal, be sure to check out the take and bake and frozen section so you can stock up your freezer with all sorts of tasty options.

  1. Fertitta’s Delicatessen

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Andrew Tamanaha/Google This locally owned and operated neighborhood restaurant is one of the oldest restaurants in Shreveport, and you’ll feel the history the moment you step inside. A visit to Fertitta’s isn’t complete without trying their signature Muffy, a spin on the New Orleans traditional Muffulettas.

  1. Hamburger Happiness

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David B./Google This hidden gem in Minden is worth the extra effort to find. Not only are they cooking up some fabulous home-style burgers, but they also serve hot donuts made in-house every morning.

  1. Kayla’s Kitchen

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Craig Kubiak/Google When you step into this unassuming eatery, you’ll instantly feel right at home. Some of the best homestyle cooking in northeast Louisiana is found right here, and they’re worth the road trip. The menu is always changing, and you could expect to dine on anything from pork tacos to country chicken & dumplings.

  1. Coffee Rani

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Coffee Rani/Facebook A popular lunch spot for the St. Tammany scene, Coffee Rani features a menu that offers something for everyone including sandwiches, pastas, burgers, and salads that are so good you’ll forget they’re healthy.

  1. Old Tyme Grocery

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Management/Trip Advisor The folks at this timeless treasure have been the go-to spot for po’boys since they opened in 1982. Overstuffed and dressed to your preference, you know you’re going to get a delicious po’boy no matter when you visit Old Tyme.

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BBQ West/Facebook

It’s easy to miss this fantastic BBQ joint since it’s tucked in the corner of a strip mall, but that’s what makes finding this gem all the better. Tender ribs, juicy chicken, and brisket so tender it practically melts in your mouth are all waiting for you!

Michael Mebruer/Google

Bergeron’s/Google

When it comes to Cajun cooking, few can compare to Bergeron’s. Established in 2002 in Port Allen, it quickly expanded to include locations in Shreveport, Bossier City, and Gonzales. After your meal, be sure to check out the take and bake and frozen section so you can stock up your freezer with all sorts of tasty options.

Fertitta’s Delicatessen/Facebook

Andrew Tamanaha/Google

This locally owned and operated neighborhood restaurant is one of the oldest restaurants in Shreveport, and you’ll feel the history the moment you step inside. A visit to Fertitta’s isn’t complete without trying their signature Muffy, a spin on the New Orleans traditional Muffulettas.

David B./Google

This hidden gem in Minden is worth the extra effort to find. Not only are they cooking up some fabulous home-style burgers, but they also serve hot donuts made in-house every morning.

George Meredith/Google

Craig Kubiak/Google

When you step into this unassuming eatery, you’ll instantly feel right at home. Some of the best homestyle cooking in northeast Louisiana is found right here, and they’re worth the road trip. The menu is always changing, and you could expect to dine on anything from pork tacos to country chicken & dumplings.

Trent LaCour/Google

Coffee Rani/Facebook

A popular lunch spot for the St. Tammany scene, Coffee Rani features a menu that offers something for everyone including sandwiches, pastas, burgers, and salads that are so good you’ll forget they’re healthy.

Vincent M./Trip Advisor

Management/Trip Advisor

The folks at this timeless treasure have been the go-to spot for po’boys since they opened in 1982. Overstuffed and dressed to your preference, you know you’re going to get a delicious po’boy no matter when you visit Old Tyme.

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Address: Fertitta’s Delicatessen, 1124 Fairfield Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101, USAAddress: 4900 Cypress St #9, West Monroe, LA 71291, USAAddress: 760 LA-415, Port Allen, LA 70767, USAAddress: 311 Wood St, West Monroe, LA 71291, USAAddress: 515 Sibley Rd, Minden, LA 71055, USA