Sometimes when you’re eating out, the view is just as important as the food. Here in Louisiana, we don’t have to make any compromises. Here are 9 incredible rooftop dining and waterfront dining restaurants in Louisiana that will make your meal one for the history books. Check out our favorites here:
- Riverfront, A Louisiana Grill, Abbeville, LA
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facebook.com/RiverfrontALouisianaGrill Found in Abbeville, LA, this special restaurant has been revived from damage it suffered in a 2012 fire. Now diners can enjoy the spectacular views of the Vermilion river while enjoying classic Louisiana food, like this mirliton and shrimp au gratin. The address is 530 Park Ave.
- Ruffino’s on the River, Lafayette, LA
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facebook.com/RuffinosOnTheRiver A delicious place to spend the afternoon, Ruffino’s has multiple locations but it is the Lafayette locale, at 921 Camellia Blvd., that offers the best views of the water.
- Tsunami, Baton Rouge
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facebook.com/Tsunami.Sushi.BatonRouge Diners flock to this creative Baton Rouge sushi hub which offers spectacular views of the Mississippi River. The Sunflower special is a gorgeous and perennial favorite. With multiple locations, the 100 Lafayette St. location in downtown Baton Rouge offers the best views.
- Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar, New Orleans
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facebook.com/CharcoalsGourmetBurgerBar For those interested in innovative burgers and spectacular views, this place is for you. Found at 2200 Magazine St., they offer unique meats, including bison and antelope burgers, as well as a multitude of amazing toppings. Watch Magazine Street below you as you enjoy your burger.
- The Busted Coconut, Margaritaville Resort Casino, Bossier City, LA
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Facebook.com / The Busted Coconut Hidden away in the Margaritaville Resort Casino in Bossier City, this amazing lunch spot offers delicious cocktails and american favorites, all while providing an excellent view of the river.
- Jackson Brewery Bistro Bar, New Orleans, LA
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Facebook.com / Jackson Brewery Bar A popular New Orleans party location, Jackson Brewery can be found just upriver from Jackson Square. It’s the perfect place to get a drink and watch the Mississippi River boats go by.
- Tableau, New Orleans
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facebook.com/tableaufrenchquarter The newest addition to Dickie Brennan’s restaurant empire, Tableau at 616 St. Peter Street offers a spectacular outdoor dining area that overlooks the hustle and bustle of Jackson Square. With food that is simply to die for, it doesn’t get much better than this.
- Waterfront Grill, Monroe
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Facebook.com / Waterfront Grill While the waterfront views at this rustic restaurant draw in the crowds, it’s the unique take on classic seafood favorites that keep people coming back again and again. Visit 5201 Desiard Street to join in the fun.
- La Riviera Poolside Bar, Omni Hotel, New Orleans
omnihotels.com For those looking for one of the best rooftop views in the city, check out what the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel poolside bar has to offer. It’s simply beautiful, found at 621 St. Louis Street.
Is there somewhere with a deck that we missed? Where do you go for amazing rooftop dining in Louisiana? Let us know in the comments below!
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Found in Abbeville, LA, this special restaurant has been revived from damage it suffered in a 2012 fire. Now diners can enjoy the spectacular views of the Vermilion river while enjoying classic Louisiana food, like this mirliton and shrimp au gratin. The address is 530 Park Ave.
facebook.com/RuffinosOnTheRiver
A delicious place to spend the afternoon, Ruffino’s has multiple locations but it is the Lafayette locale, at 921 Camellia Blvd., that offers the best views of the water.
facebook.com/Tsunami.Sushi.BatonRouge
Diners flock to this creative Baton Rouge sushi hub which offers spectacular views of the Mississippi River. The Sunflower special is a gorgeous and perennial favorite. With multiple locations, the 100 Lafayette St. location in downtown Baton Rouge offers the best views.
facebook.com/CharcoalsGourmetBurgerBar
For those interested in innovative burgers and spectacular views, this place is for you. Found at 2200 Magazine St., they offer unique meats, including bison and antelope burgers, as well as a multitude of amazing toppings. Watch Magazine Street below you as you enjoy your burger.
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Hidden away in the Margaritaville Resort Casino in Bossier City, this amazing lunch spot offers delicious cocktails and american favorites, all while providing an excellent view of the river.
Facebook.com / Jackson Brewery Bar
Facebook.com / Jackson Brewery Bar
A popular New Orleans party location, Jackson Brewery can be found just upriver from Jackson Square. It’s the perfect place to get a drink and watch the Mississippi River boats go by.
facebook.com/tableaufrenchquarter
The newest addition to Dickie Brennan’s restaurant empire, Tableau at 616 St. Peter Street offers a spectacular outdoor dining area that overlooks the hustle and bustle of Jackson Square. With food that is simply to die for, it doesn’t get much better than this.
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While the waterfront views at this rustic restaurant draw in the crowds, it’s the unique take on classic seafood favorites that keep people coming back again and again. Visit 5201 Desiard Street to join in the fun.
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For those looking for one of the best rooftop views in the city, check out what the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel poolside bar has to offer. It’s simply beautiful, found at 621 St. Louis Street.
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