Great Lunch Specials Monday - Friday. I went on a Wednesday & had their Grilled Chicken Special. It comes with cheese on the chicken but I ordered it without the cheese. They have 4 or more entrees & several sides to choose from. Very friendly staff. Large area with lots of tables to sit. Good prices! read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Wednesday Lunch Special Grilled Chicken Breast - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

I stopped by here because of a recommendation from a coworker, as I was in town for business. I would say the food is average at best and the service was definitely forgettable. I'm puzzled as to what all the rave is about this restaurant. The gal that works at checkout is one bitter person and shouldn't be interacting with customers because she was downright awful. No thumbs-no toes and I wouldn't even use a coupon to dine here for free. Sorry, not sorry. Happy eating, my foodies! read more

Fried catfish, cornbread and greens for lunch! I was in town visiting and needed a restaurant that would please multiple generations. I really wanted a meat and 3 option and the menu looked promising. They have daily lunch specials and I would eat here each day of the week, the choices are so good and judging by the crowded dining room, everyone knows it. On this day, I had the catfish and shrimp combo with collard greens and potato salad. The catfish and shrimp were cornmeal dredged, crispy and well seasoned. The greens were seasoned and they had my pepper sauce as well as hot sauce at the table so you know this place is the real deal. Top rating for their treatment of an old veteran eating with me. He couldn't read the menu and the serving team was very patient, gave him a veteran's discount and extra slice of cake for dessert. We both got the same main but he chose stewed okra and seafood jambalaya for his sides. I highly recommend the okra. I would've ordered an order just for me once I tasted it but they had vanilla cake with chocolate icing for dessert and I couldn't have it all. Stop off here and support a restaurant that also supports veterans. There's plenty of parking and plenty of room for anyone looking for authentic Louisiana food. read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Fried catfish and shrimp, stewed okra and seafood jambalaya - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

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My dad says he found his favorite place to eat in Alexandria. The food was very good and the service was top notch! I was there with both of my elderly disabled parents and they were taken care of by the staff. Thank you! We will be back! read more

Brocatos is a solid lunch spot in Alexandria. I still have not figured out why Alexandria is called Ellick despite asking numerous residents. But I have figured out that locals like Brocatos and I understand why. This seems to be the go-to spot after certain work meetings. I cannot comment on breakfast as we are always here during lunch. For lunch, there is a plate lunch special where you serve yourself or you can order from the menu. I almost always get the grilled shrimp salad. While good, everyone else's order looks better than mine. I would either do the plate lunch or get a burger unless you want a salad. If you do, don't expect to be blown away but it is a decent lunch. Service is very friendly and prices are reasonable. The only complaint would be the parking lot after heavy rain. Do not drive a low car in there or you will be floating. Come early as it gets packed around peak lunch time. read more

Great food! Sam and crew do a great job! It's a regular place where everybody feels at home.

Simple enough place. Food was brought out quickly. Service was great. Food was good. I would definitely come back.

" THE go to " place for a full breakfast or lunch during the week. Consistent good quality food, reccomend the buffet. The sandwich line was finicky about what I wanted ( half a muffalletta please-- no only whole is available, which was way too huge for me ) Ambience is great, busy friendly ... environ ...tidy, organized and comfortable,even the bathrooms are clean. read more

Great place for breakfast or lunch any weekday, just wish they were open on weekends too. Everyday they offer different menus for lunch and I've tried them all. Everything is prepared so good, not like a cafeteria that is prepared sorta bland but prepared like it's cooked with love like grandmaw used too. The sides are very good like the main courses. It's home cooking at its best. The service is so nice and friendly. Somedays when you arrive the line is to the door but it moves very quickly and you get generous portions either for eating in or take out. Inside the Resturant it is very clean and plenty of space for customers. You are not squeezing between tables and others. Plenty of light and plenty of friendly patrons along with the excellent service. Even as a newbie to this cafe you are treated with the upmost respect. read more

Another delicious lunch from brocatos, lunch is always delicious and loved by everyone. read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Muffuletta - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

Absolutely ridiculous awful service at breakfast today. The kitchen prioritized a to-go order before serving the dinners in the restaurant!! Then nothing was done to fix the situation.... They at least could have taken care of the check. ..... since we came in to eat at the restaurant and left without eating and our breakfast in a to-go tray. RIDICULOUS read more

I've only been here once, but I plan to go back! I got a breakfast burrito and it was amazing! I didn't eat again until dinner! I can't wait to go back! read more

This is excellent restaurant the food is cafeteria style with salads, burgers, wraps and sandwiches to order. The staff is friendly and helpful. I had the meatloaf , mash potatoes and green beans. Overall a good experience read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

My favorite breakfast place in Alexandria, goes here at least once a month. Love their big breakfast comb, it's always hot and fresh!

This mom and pop restaurant is easy to miss driving down 28 west. It's nothing special on the outside but it always seems to have a packed parking lot. After stopping by I get it! So good! You walk in and there is a counter with a cash register right in front of the kitchen. You can see though the entire kitchen. The food was amazing, very fresh and homestyle cooking. The biscuits were a work of art. This is definitely a place people go to catch up with friends and just hang out. If you get the chance check it out, you won't regret it.. it just has a home feeling. read more

If you're looking for homestyle southern cooking, look no further. This place is very popular with the locals, and the waiting line goes out of the door during lunchtime. The food is served assembly line style (no table service). The staff extend southern hospitality. There are numerous options, and everything is absolutely delicious. If you're on a diet, I recommend you go elsewhere. I personally look forward to returning to the area to have another meal here. read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - a plate of food - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

Delicious food! Friendly staff! I was just passing through town traveling for business and saw this place on Yelp. Definitely will be back!!

Very good plate lunches. Wonderful homemade hamburgers. No pre fab. Tuns of flavor. Everyone at Brocatos is friendly.

Super good food! I love that they have plate lunches you can choose from or order from the menu. They service is always great and I love the slate paintings on the walls! Great local breakfast and lunch spot! read more

Family style food and service. Friendly atmosphere and pleasant environment. God Bless

Like the atmosphere and the workers are non stop and great never have issues when we go and the food is really good

Home cooked meals. The breakfasts have been awful! The only thing I really get at lunch is the shrimp wrap which is delicious! Other than that I wouldn't go back. Greasy food. read more

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This is my go-to place for a plate lunch. Everything I've had from here is fantastic! The prices are reasonable and the employees are very friendly. I have been going to Brocatos for about 10 years now and their food has been consistently great, I've never ever had a bad experience. Must try: 1) Spaghetti and meatballs - served on Monday only 2) Smothered or fried pork chop read more

Food is so-so.. ambiance is nice, you can see their selection of pastries on the counter from where the tables are.

Been meaning to go here for a while, so since I got out of work early, got to go. Parking was full, which is always a good sign. The nice cashier told me that for what I wanted I had to line up, so I got a bowl of delicious jambalaya, and for sides, fries, and rice and gravy. A lot of carbs I know, but I didn't care for okra, potato salad, or the steamed greens (that's just me). The jambalaya was excellent, the fries weren't hot enough in my opinion, and the rice and gravy was just that. I'll probably go and try other stuff. The owner is a nice gentleman who came to ask me my opinion afterwards. That jambalaya was nice and a bit spicy the way it should be read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

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The breakfast was great! I had the breakfast debris without the sausage topped with salsa. It was fresh and filling.

Disappointed today. I ordered the Debris eggs; but when they came they looked VERY well done, it was luke warm at best, and "Eric's beard" found a place in the eggs. I am assuming Eric was one of the kitchen staff. Needless to say, I lost my appetite. The cashier, to her credit, immediately refunded without me having to suggest it and was pleasant throughout. While I am at it...the coffee could be stronger, and if you are going to bring the plates, bring the utensils with them instead of showing me where they are. Two stars because I have eaten here several times before and the food was delicious! read more

Tried this place for the first time today. Got the catfish plate with potato salad and coleslaw with a drink. Tasted pretty good, and they throw in a couple hush puppies and a small bit of cake. So why only 3 stars? Well the total came to $12.62, but I didn't really feel like it was enough food for that price. I think they should either lower the price a bit, or serve up a larger portion size. The food was pretty good though, so I would come back if like the coworkers wanted to go or something, but I just don't feel it's as good a deal as say, Souther Creations where you can get larger portions for about the same price. read more

I've passed this restaurant before when it was at its old location but they were always closed. I was looking for something different today and I couldn't remember the name so I came to Yelp, found it, and it had great reviews. I must say I was quite satisfied! Only reason it's not 5 stars is because my rice was cold even with the gravy, but everything else was hot and tasty. I will definitely be back! read more

Brocatos Breakfast and Lunch - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Alexandria, Louisiana

This place is real food!! These guys are making homemade bread at 5 every morning and only gets better from there. Breakfast and lunch is best in town. Order of pancakes will feed family of 3!! Daily lunch is different, but all made from scratch. Line is long but moves quick. Sign of a great local joint. Great burgers and poboys bc their bread is awesome. Will not be disappointed. Not open on weekends. read more

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If you go to Brocatos and leave hungry...that's your own fault! I love seeing the local regulars and the friendly faces working in the kitchen. If you are looking for a good breakfast or lunch, you've got to go to Brocatos! read more

Wow!!! This is the true southern food I was looking for when I came to LOusianna! The catfish! The freakin potatoe salad!! You have to come here if your traveling. Everyone's all sweet. Ma'am this, ma'am that. Too cute! read more

They have the best home cooking in the area. The menu rotates daily for the meat and veggies which I highly suggest for lunch. If you want breakfast they have that too, all at reasonable prices. My favorite day is Friday where they have catfish and shrimp with okra and tomatoes and turnip greens. read more

Love this place. I have been here a few times now and every time we are greeted with a smile and it just feels like a good place to be and the food is excellent. Always busy too! read more

Alright. Here's your situation. You wake up and you're in Alexandria. You're trying to find out what you need for lunch, and you need it quick. GO TO BROCATOS. I think they have a different special every day, we went there for the chicken fried steak and it was unreal. One of the best meals I've had and it was only 7 bucks. I truly cannot say enough about this place, friendly staff, super clean. Really busy, but they are so organized that it is no problem at all. 10/10, definitely recommend it. read more

I ate here for the first time today at lunch, and it was AMAZING! I think I've given MAYBE 2 places a 5 star review but this deserves it! It's simple, it affordable, it's delicious! Can't wait for Thursday, I love pork chops and that's the lunch special on thursday! So glad someone recommended this to us, we will defiantly be making this our new lunch spot! read more

I love the breakfast. I ordered the ham, eggs, grits and toast. The ham was the real deal. Everything was on point. The plate lunches are great too. When it comes to seafood items like the catfish and shrimp things get a bit over priced. They just don't give you enough for what you pay. The fish portions are small. I've eaten the spaghetti plate, the shrimp creole, the fish dinner, and red beans and sausage all of which were well above average. The side items get alot of love from the cooks and will leave you satisfied. I really like the breakfast here but when I'm looking for that good plate lunch too take to the car this place gets the job done. Good food is here. Never salty, always fresh. Consistency is a mainstay. You'll never waste your dollars here. read more

Great food. Shrimp poboys are fantastic. Whenever I go to Alexandria, I always want to eat there. Plate lunches are great also.

This establishment is very clean and very well organized. I have only participated in their lunch menu (they do offer breakfast) and it always delivers. The food is good. It's not going to knock your socks off but it's like going to your grandparents house for a nice home cooked lunch. Portions are big and I feel the price is fare. I never leave hungry but instead I leave in search of a bed. Go check it out one day. You won't be disappointed. read more

The service is prompted and friendly! Food was excellent. I had Biscuits, gravy, eggs, grits. All perfectly cooked. We had 20 people in and out under 40min read more