7 Jul 2018

Billy’s Boudin & Cracklins – Krotz Springs

2025-03-11T15:03:11-05:00

Billy’s is a familiar name in this part of the state. You can find Billy’s famous boudin and cracklin in Opelousas, Carencro, Scott, and Krotz Springs. In Krotz Springs, Louisiana, Billy’s Mini Mart serves a variety of boudin recipes including stuffed boudin balls, smoked boudin, and even crawfish boudin. The diner also has a short-order menu with burgers, salads, and poboys. You can also shop for specialty meats, seafood, locally-made products and merchandise.

Billy’s Boudin & Cracklins – Krotz Springs2025-03-11T15:03:11-05:00
7 Jul 2018

Bayou Teche Brewing

2022-04-29T10:23:23-05:00

Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville is one of Louisiana’s leading microbreweries. The family owned and operated brewery comes from humble beginnings, starting in a converted rail car, but today the Knott family has their own bottling facility, a tap room, private event space, and a 3,000 sq.ft. landscaped beer garden.

The mission of this farmhouse brewery is to design ales that pair nicely with the regional cuisine of South Louisiana – gumbo, gravy, boudin, and more! Sample these ales in the taproom. Their menu has a long list of beers ranging in flavor and IBUs, all of which can be sampled in a custom beer flight. Each unique recipe is inspired by Cajun and Creole lifestyles, some with local ingredients such as Louisiana cane sugar, locally roasted coffee, and locally grown grains. New to the brewery is Cajun Saucer Pizza. That’s right; the brewery has a brand new pizza oven and is making fresh, hand-tossed pies on site. Each recipe is topped with Cajun cooking favorites such as smoked boudin, tasso, and Cajun-style sausage. You can eat at the Saucer any weekend, Friday through Sunday, and sip on the porch with the locals. In fact, the weekend is the best time to visit the brewery. Every Saturday, the porch becomes a stage for some of Louisiana’s best Cajun and zydeco music bands. On Sunday, musicians host a jam session while the locals play Bourré, a trick-taking card game popular in South Louisiana.

Visitors aged 21 or over are welcome to visit the brewery for a tour, offered in English or French.

The Brewery is also featured on the Louisiana Brewery Trail that was launched in September 2013. 

Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.

Bayou Teche Brewing2022-04-29T10:23:23-05:00
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.

TripAdvisor

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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.

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25 Jun 2018

The Little Big Cup

2021-03-11T14:36:21-06:00

Spend time with locals on the banks of Bayou Fuselier at the Little Big Cup in Arnaudville. This fine-dining restaurant feels more like the home of an old friend, one with excellent taste and a scenic view of the bayou, likely due to the owners Kevin Robin and Sanjay Maharaj. The two New Yorkers moved back to Robin’s hometown, Arnaudville, and opened the restaurant in 2012. Since then the restaurant has created a buzz on the bayou with dishes like Praline Chicken or the popular Boucherie Brunch Buffet items. Their “A+” reputation isn’t solely about the food but the wait staff’s kindness and southern hospitality.

The Little Big Cup specializes in Cajun and Creole dishes, but Wednesday nights are now reserved for the cuisine of the Caribbean, a tribute to the owner’s heritage, Sanjay, who is originally from Trinidad. Each week the restaurant will explore new flavors, spices, and dishes from a different island.

Learn more about the Little Big Cup on KLFY – Acadiana Eats.

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