Top Natchitoches Restaurants and Culinary Experiences
Explore Natchitoches' culinary scene and get a taste of a local staple — the Natchitoches meat pie.
Natchitoches has a charming downtown historic district and lots of culinary goodness to offer. Check out our roundup of must-visit Natchitoches restaurants and culinary experiences.
Top Restaurants in Natchitoches
Lasyone’s Meat Pie Kitchen
Lasyone’s in downtown Natchitoches presents a welcoming atmosphere with a variety of soulful, Creole cuisine. The meat pies, stuffed with either a mixture of beef and pork or crawfish, are fried until golden brown.
Merci Beaucoup
Known for their Cajun baked potato and bread pudding, Merci Beaucoup in downtown Natchitoches is a welcoming establishment that offers casual dining with friendly service. Merci Beaucoup is open for breakfast and also caters to groups and private parties.
Papa's Bar & Grill
Papa's Bar & Grill is located in a historic building dating back to the 1800s. Order the creamy Country Cajun Queso to start, then devour a scrumptious burger, steak or po’boy.
Pioneer Restaurant & Pub
The Pioneer Pub is housed in a historic 1830s building. This casual watering hole offers specials like steaks, pub burgers, fried seafood and boiled crawfish (when in season).
Mariner’s Lakefront Restaurant
Visit Mariner’s Lakefront Restaurant for an upscale dining experience . Owned and operated by a husband and wife chef duo, Mariner’s offers fresh seafood and an array of Southern classics, plus an extensive — yet highly curated — wine list.
Can't-Miss Culinary Experiences
Mama’s Oyster House
With authentic Louisiana food in a casual atmosphere, Mama’s Oyster House is located right next door to its brother restaurant, Papa’s Bar & Grill on Front Street next to the Cane River waterfront in downtown Natchitoches. Head there for a satisfying meal and stay for live music every Saturday night in their famed Blues Room.
Cane River Commissary
Natchez's Cane River Commissary is a must-visit in the Natchitoches area. Not only should you try their delicious dishes, but make sure to experience their Zydeco Breakfast complete with live music and dancing. Classics like jambalaya, Creole pasta, po'boys and, of course, meat pies are a hit at this fun spot.
Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival
Did we mention that Natchitoches LOVES meat pies? So much so that there's an annual celebration! The Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival honors the city's specialty dish in the "Meat Pie Capital of Louisiana." Try meat pies from various vendors and pick your fave!
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