If you are looking for some amazing restaurants in the New Orleans area that are truly special, we think you are going to love this list. These are all found in some of the surrounding towns in the New Orleans area that locals absolutely love. Go ahead and have an adventure–we think you will love the options here!
- Liz’s Where Y’at Diner, 2500 Florida St., Mandeville
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Yelp.com / John L. H. This is the kind of neighborhood diner where you will feel right at home. Everyone who comes here leaves with a smile on their face. And the breakfast and brunch menu is chock full of flavorful and delicious options.
- Abita Springs Café, 22132 Level St., Abita Springs
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Yelp.com / John L. H. Are you looking for something special in Abita Springs? This is another favorite brunch and lunch spot you will love. And they serve the most amazing hashbrowns and biscuit!
- The Shack, 1204 W 21st Ave., Covington
Yelp.com / The Shack
Yelp.com / The Shack Ready for a great time? Head on over to The Shack on the Northshore. They have a great menu of fish tacos and other favorites. We know you will love this awesome food!
- Palmetto’s on the Bayou 1901 Bayou Ln., Slidell
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Yelp.com / Meg H. If you want to have a romantic meal that you and your sweetie will love, head over to Palmetto’s. They have the most amazing deck and a dock that overlooks Bayou Bonafouca. And the gourmet food is absolutely delicious!
- Poche’s, 3015 Main Hwy, Breaux Bridge
Yelp.com / Anthony Nailli
Yelp.com / Cheri Y. When you want home cooked cajun favorites, Poche’s is the place. They make some amazing sausage including boudin balls that you won’t be able to forget. The plates are all a great deal as well.
- Voleo’s Seafood Restaurant, 5134 Nunez St., Lafitte
Yelp.com / Sunshinetoj R.
Yelp.com / Calvin M. You’ll feel like you are going deep into the swamp when you take the drive out to Voleo’s in Lafitte. There is some awesome seafood platters and other special favorites here. And the crowd is always friendly, making you feel right at home.
- Crave, 3201 E. Judge Perez Dr., Meraux
Yelp.com / Moria C. This is a newer spot in St. Bernard Parish has a really fun menu. It includes a fusion of Asian delights and Cajun favorites. A great spot to check out when you want to try something new.
- Dong Phuong, 14207 Chef Menteur Hwy
Yelp.com / Liz B.
Yelp.com / Yulia N. There is a lot of awesome Vietnamese food in New Orleans, but Dong Phuong very well might be the best. They always put amazing flavor into their soups and other delights. We think you will love it here!
- Truck Farm Tavern, 11760 River Rd., Saint Rose
Yelp.com / Ivory M.
Yelp.com / Stephanie W. Doesn’t this BBQ mac and cheese look amazing? If you’ve never tried the Truck Farm Tavern in St. Rose, give it a go. We think you will fall in love with the amazing food here!
How many of these restaurants have you visited? Do you have a favorite from this list? Where do you go when you want a delicious meal within an hour of NOLA? We love to hear your comments!
Yelp.com / Emily C.
Yelp.com / John L. H.
This is the kind of neighborhood diner where you will feel right at home. Everyone who comes here leaves with a smile on their face. And the breakfast and brunch menu is chock full of flavorful and delicious options.
Yelp.com / Gary C.
Are you looking for something special in Abita Springs? This is another favorite brunch and lunch spot you will love. And they serve the most amazing hashbrowns and biscuit!
Yelp.com / The Shack
Ready for a great time? Head on over to The Shack on the Northshore. They have a great menu of fish tacos and other favorites. We know you will love this awesome food!
Yelp.com /Thought R.
Yelp.com / Meg H.
If you want to have a romantic meal that you and your sweetie will love, head over to Palmetto’s. They have the most amazing deck and a dock that overlooks Bayou Bonafouca. And the gourmet food is absolutely delicious!
Yelp.com / Anthony Nailli
Yelp.com / Cheri Y.
When you want home cooked cajun favorites, Poche’s is the place. They make some amazing sausage including boudin balls that you won’t be able to forget. The plates are all a great deal as well.
Yelp.com / Sunshinetoj R.
Yelp.com / Calvin M.
You’ll feel like you are going deep into the swamp when you take the drive out to Voleo’s in Lafitte. There is some awesome seafood platters and other special favorites here. And the crowd is always friendly, making you feel right at home.
Yelp.com / Moria C.
This is a newer spot in St. Bernard Parish has a really fun menu. It includes a fusion of Asian delights and Cajun favorites. A great spot to check out when you want to try something new.
Yelp.com / Liz B.
Yelp.com / Yulia N.
There is a lot of awesome Vietnamese food in New Orleans, but Dong Phuong very well might be the best. They always put amazing flavor into their soups and other delights. We think you will love it here!
Yelp.com / Ivory M.
Yelp.com / Stephanie W.
Doesn’t this BBQ mac and cheese look amazing? If you’ve never tried the Truck Farm Tavern in St. Rose, give it a go. We think you will fall in love with the amazing food here!
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