13 Jul 2018

Java Square Café

2024-10-21T15:19:16-05:00

Java Square serves a light lunch and locally roasted coffee in historic downtown Opelousas. The café is located in the old Parish & Trust Bank building, built in 1927. Even the old bank vault is accessible and has been converted into a cozy seating area for guests. You can get a discount on your coffee if you take photos and post to Social Media.

Java Square serves a variety of coffee drinks but always serves Rêve coffee, a micro-roaster located in Lafayette, Louisiana. Bags of Rêve coffee, fresh or ground, are also available for purchase. For lunch, enjoy gourmet soups, sandwiches, and sweets. Java Square can also accommodate groups upstairs in the private balcony dining area.

Java Square in Opelousas, Louisiana
Java Square in Opelousas, Louisiana
Java Square in Opelousas, Louisiana
Java Square Café2024-10-21T15:19:16-05:00
13 Jul 2018

Hebert’s Boudin & Cracklins

2020-01-08T13:42:27-06:00

Hebert’s Boudin & Cracklins is located at the Valero station in Opelousas, Louisiana. Make a pit stop here for a variety of boudin and boudin balls, cracklins, smoked sausage, smoked tasso, seasoning, preserves, and other Cajun provisions made by the Hebert’s.

Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.

Hebert’s Boudin & Cracklins2020-01-08T13:42:27-06:00
13 Jul 2018

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

2023-11-14T11:23:35-06:00

If you’re looking for restaurants in the Opelousas area, Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino is an excellent choice. The gaming and entertainment facility has some great dining options for those looking to sample dishes from the Prairie Home Cooking region of South Louisiana. Grab a quick bite from Fast & Lucy’s, located in the middle of the gaming floor, or visit The Café which is open until midnight. For traditional American cuisine or Cajun-style dishes like blackened chicken sandwiches and gumbo, check out EVD Express. For a fine dining option, visit The Spotted Horse Tavern & Dining Parlor.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino is located in Opelousas, Louisiana, and offers live horse racing and comfortable accommodations at the Evangeline Downs Hotel.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino2023-11-14T11:23:35-06:00
13 Jul 2018

Crawfish House & Grill

2024-10-21T15:13:06-05:00

Crawfish House & Grill in Opelousas is the birthplace of the “Cajun Girl Poboy”, a sandwich made with fresh French bread and stuffed with crab meat, shrimp, and crawfish that’s tossed in a rich seafood sauce. Enjoy other traditional Cajun dishes for lunch and dinner, or any of their gourmet salads as a lighter option. When in season, get boiled shrimp and boiled crawfish that comes straight from the owners’ pond.

Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.

Crawfish House & Grill in Opelousas, Louisiana
Crawfish House & Grill in Opelousas, Louisiana
Crawfish House & Grill in Opelousas, Louisiana
Crawfish House & Grill2024-10-21T15:13:06-05:00
10 Jul 2018

Townhouse Motel

2023-01-23T16:05:33-06:00

Townhouse Motel has 30 economy rooms available in Opelousas, Louisiana. Rooms come with cable TV and direct-dial telephones.

  • 337 West Landry Street, Opelousas, Louisiana 70570

Townhouse Motel2023-01-23T16:05:33-06:00
7 Jul 2018

Brew Express

2025-03-17T16:02:06-05:00

Brew Express is a cafe in Opelousas, Louisiana (formerly Brew & Scoop on Creswell and now across from Duos Cajun Corner) that offers specialty coffee, sweet ice cream, smoothies, and more. Try the brew with over 30 different flavors and combinations to choose from. You might also like their scoops of ice cream with flavors like strawberry cheesecake, birthday cake, cotton candy, rocky road, and plenty more.

Brew Express is located in the Phillips 66 gas station. Gas stations in our area can contain hidden culinary gems like King’s Cajun Cuisine and Billy’s Boudin. Instead of plate lunches and boudin, this gas station has some excellent coffee.

If you can’t get enough of their coffee, you can purchase a bag of fresh-ground coffee to take home. You might also like one of their custom shirts and other souvenirs.

Brew Express2025-03-17T16:02:06-05:00
7 Jul 2018

Benny’s Supermarket

2024-10-21T15:01:08-05:00

Benny’s Supermarket is a good stop for campers in search of something to cook or travelers looking for a snack. Benny’s is a locally owned grocer in Opelousas, Louisiana. The store offers home-cooked plate lunches, boudin and specialty meats in addition to fresh produce, and a large selection of Bayou Teche Brewing’s award-winning ales.

Benny’s Supermarket2024-10-21T15:01:08-05:00
7 Jul 2018

Back in Time

2022-04-28T18:34:58-05:00

Looking for a lunch spot in Opelousas, Louisiana? If it’s a hip cafe you’re searching for then swing into Back in Time. Experience the days of yesteryear in this old-fashioned styled cafe and gift shop. Back In Time owner, Wanda Juneau, names each dish after some of her favorite films creating a fun atmosphere and a throwback to old Hollywood. The cafe’s charm isn’t the only thing keeping us coming back for more. The cafe offers a delicious variety of fresh salads, soups, and gourmet sandwiches. Save room for homemade desserts like their famous two-layer chocolate cream cheese brownie.

Winner of the 2016 Annual “Best of the Best” by The Daily World newspaper, where local residents choose their favorite. Categories: Best Salad and Best Sandwich

Winner of the 2014 Annual Soiree Royal Acadiana Chef’s Competition in the Chocolate Category.

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Back In Time in Opelousas Louisiana
Back In Time in Opelousas Louisiana
Back in Time2022-04-28T18:34:58-05:00
7 Jul 2018

Arpeggios Lounge & Event Center

2023-12-19T14:39:18-06:00

Arpeggio’s Lounge & Event Center is located in downtown Opelousas in a historic venue, known to local residents as “The Mainstreet Bar.” In 2004 the building was restored and many of the original fixtures were salvaged. Today, it is a popular destination for live jazz and brass bands on the third Sunday of the month, and also offers Creole cuisine and seafood dishes for lunch. This is an excellent choice for large groups looking for a private venue with a funky French Quarter feel. The restaurant can accommodate up to 100 guests for special events.

Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center
Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center
Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center
Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center
Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center
Arpeggio's Lounge & Event Center

Arpeggios Lounge & Event Center2023-12-19T14:39:18-06:00
6 Jul 2018

South City Park Campground

2024-10-21T16:08:02-05:00

South City Park, located in Opelousas, Louisiana, has a campground with 10 RV sites, beautiful shady trees, and plenty of recreation for those who want to enjoy the outdoors. The park is perfect for families and reunions with a large covered pavilion, BBQ areas, tennis courts, and a playing field. The camping sites can accommodate 30/50 amp hookups and have access to water, electricity, and an on-site dumping station. For more information, visit CityOfOpelousas.com.

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm | Friday 8am-11am

South City Park Campground in Opelousas, Louisiana
South City Park Campground in Opelousas, Louisiana
South City Park Campground in Opelousas, Louisiana
South City Park Campground2024-10-21T16:08:02-05:00

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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