Food Scene
Rikenjaks’ spacious patio fills up on Sundays for their Zydeco Brunch, but then again any day is a good day for chilling with your friends, family, and pets at this sweet spot. Indulge in Louisiana dishes such as alligator boulettes, a shrimp or catfish poboy, and even boudin! Rikenjaks is a hot spot in all seasons, but there’s nothing like enjoying Louisiana cuisine and brews in the summertime!
28 locals recommend
Rikenjaks Brewing Company
3716 Ryan StRikenjaks’ spacious patio fills up on Sundays for their Zydeco Brunch, but then again any day is a good day for chilling with your friends, family, and pets at this sweet spot. Indulge in Louisiana dishes such as alligator boulettes, a shrimp or catfish poboy, and even boudin! Rikenjaks is a hot spot in all seasons, but there’s nothing like enjoying Louisiana cuisine and brews in the summertime!
Whether you want to take your family out for a delicious dinner, drink a few beers with friends or watch your favorite team on one of our 75 tv's, Walk-On's is the perfect place for you.
9 locals recommend
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Lake Charles Restaurant
5313 Common StWhether you want to take your family out for a delicious dinner, drink a few beers with friends or watch your favorite team on one of our 75 tv's, Walk-On's is the perfect place for you.
They have great home-made southern-style plate lunches, Dinners, burgers, New Orleans Style Poboys, Gumbo, and much much more!
12 locals recommend
Nina-P's Cafe
1600 West McNeese StreetThey have great home-made southern-style plate lunches, Dinners, burgers, New Orleans Style Poboys, Gumbo, and much much more!
Lake Charles' favorite diner serving breakfast, po-boys, gumbo, soups, salads & sandwiches - brunch and more!
**Not on the Menu... Southern Chicken on a Hash** Trust us!
10 locals recommend
KD's Diner
240 W Prien Lake RdLake Charles' favorite diner serving breakfast, po-boys, gumbo, soups, salads & sandwiches - brunch and more!
**Not on the Menu... Southern Chicken on a Hash** Trust us!
Luna Bar and Grill is undoubtedly a Southwest Louisiana staple. They are known for their Luna Tuna, but Chef Dave Evans also knows how to curate the best live music from near and far. One of the most coveted seats in town, Luna Bar and Grill offers superb craft beer and an eclectic, hip atmosphere. The patio features a brand new mural by local artist, Jeremy Price.
54 locals recommend
Luna Bar & Grill
719 Ryan StLuna Bar and Grill is undoubtedly a Southwest Louisiana staple. They are known for their Luna Tuna, but Chef Dave Evans also knows how to curate the best live music from near and far. One of the most coveted seats in town, Luna Bar and Grill offers superb craft beer and an eclectic, hip atmosphere. The patio features a brand new mural by local artist, Jeremy Price.
Planet Nutrition Smoothie Shop
3814 Ryan StGreat HEALTHY protein shakes!
Mazen's
217 W College StOur Favorite Spot! (Fine dining/white table cloth)
Tony's Pizza
335 E Prien Lake RdBest and one of the oldest restaurants in town!
Bodega Wine Dive
3505 Country Club RdThe Pizza and wine here is AMAZING!! Very Chic place!
Great Cajun seafood; listed in USA Today
Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, etouffee, po-boys & stuffed potatoes.
32 locals recommend
Steamboat Bill's on the Lake
1004 N Lakeshore DrGreat Cajun seafood; listed in USA Today
Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, etouffee, po-boys & stuffed potatoes.
Checkers
2001 Country Club RdPopeyes Louisiana Kitchen
901 Country Club RdChick-fil-A
3435 Nelson RdMain Squeeze Juice Co.
3629 Nelson RdRaising Cane's Chicken Fingers
4110 Ryan StStarbucks
339 W Prien Lake RdStarbucks
339 W Prien Lake RdLagunas Mexican Grill & Cantina
1201 N Lakeshore DrEl Paso Mexican Restaurant
2638 Derek DriveBuffalo Wild Wings
3136 W Prien Lake RdQuite possibly the most Instagrammable breakfast spot in Lake Charles, The Bekery’s spread of freshly baked quiche, scones, and cinnamon rolls pairs perfectly with piping hot coffee brewed from many specialty coffee roasters across the U.S. Their three separate patios boasts streaming lights, iron work dining sets, and gorgeous greenery.
21 locals recommend
The Bekery
2040 W 11th StQuite possibly the most Instagrammable breakfast spot in Lake Charles, The Bekery’s spread of freshly baked quiche, scones, and cinnamon rolls pairs perfectly with piping hot coffee brewed from many specialty coffee roasters across the U.S. Their three separate patios boasts streaming lights, iron work dining sets, and gorgeous greenery.
Opened in July 2016, Crying Eagle Brewing Company is a craft brewery with a unique vision for the entire family, located in Calcasieu Parish.
The 4,000 square foot taproom features plenty of comfortable indoor seating made for sampling the rotating line of beers you won’t be able to get anywhere else. Step outside to the beer garden to relax and enjoy Louisiana’s beautiful outdoors while playing a game of washers or cornhole. Before the day is done, make sure you fill a growler to go!
The Bistro features weekly specials, hand rolled pizzas, Louisiana classic small bites and more delicious bites complimenting the vast array of craft beers on tap.
26 locals recommend
Crying Eagle Brewing Company
1165 E McNeese StOpened in July 2016, Crying Eagle Brewing Company is a craft brewery with a unique vision for the entire family, located in Calcasieu Parish.
The 4,000 square foot taproom features plenty of comfortable indoor seating made for sampling the rotating line of beers you won’t be able to get anywhere else. Step outside to the beer garden to relax and enjoy Louisiana’s beautiful outdoors while playing a game of washers or cornhole. Before the day is done, make sure you fill a growler to go!
The Bistro features weekly specials, hand rolled pizzas, Louisiana classic small bites and more delicious bites complimenting the vast array of craft beers on tap.
The James 710 offers a variety of flavorful creations with locally sourced spices, sprouts, breads and coffee. From beet hummus to fresh fish, brisket tacos and everything in between, the menu satisfies both the heart-healthy eater and the hearty, indulgent eater! The menu features 3 pages of wine, spirits and cocktail creations, sure to delight the sense. The patio is the newest addition to the restaurant, providing the perfect atmosphere for their Saturday Brunch featuring DJ Secret Stache.
8 locals recommend
The James 710
710 Doctor Michael Debakey DriveThe James 710 offers a variety of flavorful creations with locally sourced spices, sprouts, breads and coffee. From beet hummus to fresh fish, brisket tacos and everything in between, the menu satisfies both the heart-healthy eater and the hearty, indulgent eater! The menu features 3 pages of wine, spirits and cocktail creations, sure to delight the sense. The patio is the newest addition to the restaurant, providing the perfect atmosphere for their Saturday Brunch featuring DJ Secret Stache.
Restaurant Calla's upper-level patio atmosphere provides magnificent sunset views with elevated casual dining and craft cocktails. Executive Chef David Phillips' cuisine incorporates locally sourced food to craft their melt-in-your-mouth menu selections. restaurant calla offers a phenomenal Sunday Brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m
25 locals recommend
Restaurant Calla
1400 Market StRestaurant Calla's upper-level patio atmosphere provides magnificent sunset views with elevated casual dining and craft cocktails. Executive Chef David Phillips' cuisine incorporates locally sourced food to craft their melt-in-your-mouth menu selections. restaurant calla offers a phenomenal Sunday Brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m
This two-story music house reopened with a full calendar of live music performances, every night they're open. Enter into the sophisticated lounge where you'll either venture upstairs for a birds-eye view of the performance stage and rooftop bar. Or, dance into the open-air dining space, featuring a wall-length bar with multiple TV screens, for a front-row seat to the nightly performance. The daily menu features bar favorites including nachos, burgers, pizzas, and more. On Sundays, the 90's Retro Brunch features 90's tunes, mimosas, and delicious breakfast items
14 locals recommend
Panorama Music House
331 Broad StThis two-story music house reopened with a full calendar of live music performances, every night they're open. Enter into the sophisticated lounge where you'll either venture upstairs for a birds-eye view of the performance stage and rooftop bar. Or, dance into the open-air dining space, featuring a wall-length bar with multiple TV screens, for a front-row seat to the nightly performance. The daily menu features bar favorites including nachos, burgers, pizzas, and more. On Sundays, the 90's Retro Brunch features 90's tunes, mimosas, and delicious breakfast items
BeauxDines' is a hit for those warm weekend afternoons when all you want is to experience the true Cajun joie de vivre. Their spacious patio boasts large fans and a covered roof to keep you cool during these hot summer days. Seafood is their specialty, so we suggest trying out their blue crabs and shrimp seasoned to perfection!
11 locals recommend
BeauxDine's
3013 Ryan StreetBeauxDines' is a hit for those warm weekend afternoons when all you want is to experience the true Cajun joie de vivre. Their spacious patio boasts large fans and a covered roof to keep you cool during these hot summer days. Seafood is their specialty, so we suggest trying out their blue crabs and shrimp seasoned to perfection!
There’s no better place to place your sports bets! Featuring a 24-foot video wall, 19 betting kiosks, 3 over-the-counter terminals, 22 slot machines, dining and drink specials and 45 TVs for viewing the best games— the new Barstool Sportsbook will have everything you need for a great experience. Chef Lyle Broussard's love of his local heritage carries over to the menu with authenticity, deep flavors and a simplicity that allows the ingredients to do the talking.
Barstool Sportsbook L'Auberge Lake Charles
777 Avenue L'AubergeThere’s no better place to place your sports bets! Featuring a 24-foot video wall, 19 betting kiosks, 3 over-the-counter terminals, 22 slot machines, dining and drink specials and 45 TVs for viewing the best games— the new Barstool Sportsbook will have everything you need for a great experience. Chef Lyle Broussard's love of his local heritage carries over to the menu with authenticity, deep flavors and a simplicity that allows the ingredients to do the talking.
For 25 years, Pujo St. Cafe has been a local favorite, serving up an eclectic menu of comfort food and cocktails.
23 locals recommend
Pujo St Cafe
901 Ryan StFor 25 years, Pujo St. Cafe has been a local favorite, serving up an eclectic menu of comfort food and cocktails.
With sweeping views of the golf course and bridge, and signature Chart House menu items such as fresh fish specialties and slow-roasted prime rib, they have created a unique menu and dining experience with both traditional and local flavors.
6 locals recommend
Chart House
2550 Golden Nugget BlvdWith sweeping views of the golf course and bridge, and signature Chart House menu items such as fresh fish specialties and slow-roasted prime rib, they have created a unique menu and dining experience with both traditional and local flavors.
Stone hearth cooking; best atmosphere; pasta, steaks, seafood, sandwiches, pizza.
Wednesday nights = Martini Madness.
32 locals recommend
121 Artisan Bistro
121 Dr Michael Debakey DrStone hearth cooking; best atmosphere; pasta, steaks, seafood, sandwiches, pizza.
Wednesday nights = Martini Madness.
Cajun/Creole, boiled seafood in a family friendly atmosphere.
We go there for the fried/boiled crabs and gumbo! But the crawfish is great too!
24 locals recommend
Seafood Palace
2218 Enterprise BlvdCajun/Creole, boiled seafood in a family friendly atmosphere.
We go there for the fried/boiled crabs and gumbo! But the crawfish is great too!
The BEST Po-boy sandwiches in town!! People seriously come from all over for these!
37 locals recommend
Darrell's
119 W College StThe BEST Po-boy sandwiches in town!! People seriously come from all over for these!
Chicken Salad Chick
Sonnier's Sausage & Boudin
If you’re looking for some boudin, this is the place!
Parks & Nature
Prien Lake Park
3700 W Prien Lake RdMillennium Park
900 Lakeshore DrEntertainment & Activities
Golf, Spa, Beach, Shopping, Greats Eats, Pools, Concerts, Gambling, Bars, Nightclub, and more!
73 locals recommend
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
2550 Golden Nugget BlvdGolf, Spa, Beach, Shopping, Greats Eats, Pools, Concerts, Gambling, Bars, Nightclub, and more!
Cinemark Movie Bistro Lake Charles
3416 Derek DrCinemark Lake Charles and XD
Lake MallSpa, Golf, Pool, Bars, Gambling, Concerts, Restaurants, Shopping, and more
66 locals recommend
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
777 Ave L'AubergeSpa, Golf, Pool, Bars, Gambling, Concerts, Restaurants, Shopping, and more
SPAR Waterpark - Sulphur Parks and Recreation
933 W Parish RdEverything Else
Lake Charles Regional Airport
500 Airport BlvdTesla Supercharger
1772 West Prien Lake RoadShopping
Prien Lake Mall
496 W Prien Lake RdTarget
1720 W Prien Lake RdWalmart Supercenter
525 N Cities Service HwyAlbertsons
2750 Country Club RdWalgreens
2636 Ryan StKroger
600 12th St