The Back Yard Food Truck Park is a meeting place of Acadiana’s food truck favorites in Opelousas, Louisiana. A revolving door of food trucks with a dog park and outdoor activities like cornhole and life-sized chess planned for the site, this food truck park is where you can eat great food and enjoy some outdoor fun. Check out their Facebook for updates on what food trucks are available.
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.
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.
H&H Creole Food Mart is your destination for authentic Creole cuisine for breakfast and lunch in Opelousas. Try some of their grits, eggs, sausage, and Creole Drop Biscuits in the morning or grab one of their daily plate lunches which includes pork stew and smothered chicken.
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.
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.
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.
Momma Thomas’ Creole Cafe in Opelousas, Louisiana is, as Momma Thomas herself says, “As great and down-home as the food is.” With items on the menu like smothered turkey necks and oxtail, shrimp stew, and a classic crawfish ettouffée on Fridays, it’s easy to see why. Momma Thomas’ Creole Cafe is located inside the old Indian Hills Country Club.
All proceeds are tax deductible and support life community youth programs.
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.
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. It’s perfect for those who are interested in agritourism. Take a farm tour and learn about all the work that goes into an organic farm that grows and raises most of its own food. They also offer you the opportunity to gather produce and cook a meal with your freshly picked ingredients.
