8 Oct 2025

Charles Jagneaux Election and Archives Center

2025-10-09T10:25:04-05:00

The Charles Jagneaux Elections and Archives Center including The Historic St. Landry Collections (THSLC) is a museum and research center dedicated to the study and preservation of the history and culture of St Landry Parish, formerly known as Post de Opelousas. Included in the gallery is the St Landry Parish Family Tree Library which contains genealogical research on historic families of St Landry Parish. It is located at 306 West Landry Street in downtown Opelousas just a short walk away from Back in Time and Java Square cafés.

The institution was established in 2025 by Charles Jagneaux to keep the collection of Louisiana materials intact and available for research and exhibition to the public.

Museum exhibitions are presented on a wide variety of topics relating to the history and culture of St Landry Parish and the peoples who have influenced it.  For more ways to connect to history, visit the nearby Opelousas Museum and Louisiana Orphan Train Museum.

Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana
Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana
Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana
Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana
Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana
Charles Jagneaux Archives & Election Center, Opelousas, Louisiana

Charles Jagneaux Election and Archives Center2025-10-09T10:25:04-05:00
25 Sep 2024

Studio 6

2024-10-18T14:24:53-05:00

Suite 6 has 46, pet-friendly rooms available in Opelousas, Louisiana. Guests can enjoy free coffee, Wi-Fi, and cable in their easily accessible rooms. Opelousas is the Zydeco Capital of the World. Nearby restaurants feature live music on the weekends and local museums detail the culture-rich history of the area.

  • 337-942-6250

  • 5791 I-49 South Frontage Road, Opelousas, Louisiana

  • www.studio6.com

Studio 62024-10-18T14:24:53-05:00
14 Dec 2023

Black Pot Bookshop

2024-10-21T14:59:38-05:00

Black Pot Bookshop is a locally-curated book and gift store located in the St. Landry Parish Courtyard Square of downtown Opelousas, Louisiana in the historic Shute's building. Their selection of goods are handpicked from local authors and artists from around the state.

Their large selection of books, home decor, kitchenware, hometown gifts, and more make it a perfect place to pick up a gift or browse after lunch or a cup of coffee at one of the nearby cafés.

Black Pot Bookshop, Opelousas, Louisiana
Black Pot Bookshop, Opelousas, Louisiana
Black Pot Bookshop, Opelousas, Louisiana

Black Pot Bookshop2024-10-21T14:59:38-05:00
1 Dec 2023

Infusion Casual Cuisine

2023-12-01T16:22:42-06:00

This restaurant is located inside of Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino in Opelousas, Louisiana. Infusion Casual Cuisine carries items like crispy gator bites which is buttermilk marinated alligator in a rémoulade to burgers and poboys. You might also like their fried chicken stuffed potato which is a loaded baked potato stuffed with crispy chicken tenders and covered in country-style white gravy.

Whether you want to grab a table for a relaxed, leisurely meal or get a quick bite, Infusion's traditional American food has got you covered.

  • Monday-Tuesday 11am-8pm | Wednesday-Thursday 11am-10pm | Friday-Saturday 11am-12am | Sunday 11am-8pm

  • 337-594-3035

  • 2235 Creswell Lane Extension, Opelousas, 70570

  • Infusion Website

Infusion, Opelousas, Louisiana
Infusion, Opelousas, Louisiana
Infusion, Opelousas, Louisiana

Infusion Casual Cuisine2023-12-01T16:22:42-06:00
14 Oct 2023

Kayenne’s Bar & Grill

2025-04-01T10:17:30-05:00

From Louisiana classics like jambalaya and blackened redfish to charcuterie boards and spicy chicken sandwiches, Kayenne's Bar & Grill in Opelousas is a restaurant for those looking for comfort food with a high-end twist. Located in the old Frank's Poboys, the relaxed atmosphere is perfect for date night or a  weekday lunch. Grab some beer on tap and check out their wall of Louisiana-themed posters and artwork.

Kayenne’s Bar & Grill2025-04-01T10:17:30-05:00
7 Jun 2023

Queb’s Country Store

2025-01-09T14:21:28-06:00

Queb's Country Store is located outside of Opelousas, Louisiana in Plaisance, the original home of the Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival. This store is the perfect stop for every envie (Cajun French for "desire") you might have. Here, you'll find a full-service butcher shop with a huge variety of fresh and smoked meats including several kinds of sausage, stuffed tasso roasts, stuffed & seasoned beef tongues, chicken rolls, and much more. The deli specializes in filling your belly with daily plate lunches, Sunday BBQ (including baby-back ribs), hot boudin, pork & chicken cracklin, homemade hamburgers, poboys, fried chicken, and amazing salads.

Try some of their crowd favorites: Kevin Salad, boudin/egg/cheese biscuit, spicy Cajun cheeseburger, beef jerky, and chicken cracklin.

Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana
Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana
Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana
Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana
Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana
Queb's Country Store, Plaisance, Louisiana

Queb’s Country Store2025-01-09T14:21:28-06:00
17 Feb 2023

Coasting Z Stables

2023-11-14T11:29:10-06:00

Coasting Z Stables is an equine education facility located just outside of Lawtell, a small community between Opelousas and Eunice. They are known for their monthly Boots & Hooves Day as well as riding lessons. They also happen to be a venue perfect for birthday parties, cook-offs, family reunions, and other group events with a capacity to host 150 people.

Their facilities include an arena, round pen, and barn perfect for horse events and Western pleasure competitions. Coasting Z Stables includes 40 acres of pastureland, a fire pit area, a pond, and on-site bathrooms.

Contact owner, Jodi Zaunbrecher, at 337-207-2823 for booking information.

Coasting Z Stables, Lawtell, Louisiana
Coasting Z Stables, Lawtell, Louisiana
Coasting Z Stables, Lawtell, Louisiana
Coasting Z Stables, Lawtell, Louisiana

Coasting Z Stables2023-11-14T11:29:10-06:00
22 Nov 2022

The Parlor

2023-12-14T14:38:21-06:00

This multipurpose venue in downtown Opelousas is perfect for receptions, showers, parties, and more. The exposed brick and intimate space make for a classy but comfortable venue that can accommodate up to 49 people for your next party.

This building itself dates back to 1931 and began as the Fa-Kouri Tailor Shop. From the 60s to 90s, the 3,000 sq. ft. building was known as Fa-Kouri Men's Wear until new owners and renovations began in the 2010s. Now, it's a prime example of detailed historic preservation.

  • 337-284-0038

  • 117 South Main Street, Opelousas, Louisiana

  • The Parlor Facebook

  • Parloratmain@gmail.com

The Parlor, Opelousas, Louisiana
The Parlor, Opelousas, Louisiana

The Parlor2023-12-14T14:38:21-06:00
25 Oct 2022

The Rustic Retreat Guesthouse

2025-04-01T14:55:00-05:00

Located on the grounds of Bien-Aime Farm between Church Point and Sunset, Louisiana, the Rustic Retreat Guesthouse is a cozy studio for two equipped with its own kitchen, queen bed, and bathroom. This lovingly crafted space was designed and brought to life by the owners, David and Katie Baird. Experience a serene stay close to nature.

The Rustic Retreat Guesthouse, Church Point, Louisiana
The Rustic Retreat Guesthouse, Church Point, Louisiana

The Rustic Retreat Guesthouse2025-04-01T14:55:00-05:00
24 Jun 2022

Crawfish Corner Opelousas

2023-10-04T13:49:20-05:00

Crawfish Corner's Opelousas location is known as a quality spot to get live or boiled seafood in Louisiana. Crawfish Corner even takes its supply out of state. At the Gator by the Bay Festival in San Diego, they boil 10,000 lbs of crawfish for festival-goers to enjoy.

  • Monday – Sunday 11am-8pm | Times can vary

  • Pick up only

  • 337-407-2529

  • 529 South Union Street , Opelousas, Louisiana

  • crawfishmitch@gmail.com

Crawfish Corner Opelousas2023-10-04T13:49:20-05:00

St. Landry Parish Visitor Center
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

337.948.8004
978 Kennerson Road (I-49 exit 23)
P.O. Box 1415 • Opelousas, LA 70570

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