Although, Joshua was (on skates and) out numbered at the bar, the hubs and I managed to beat the…read morerush and had a 5 star experience at Johnny Sanchez'! He needed help, but with a rapid fire order and knowing what we wanted right away. We got ahead of the line by being swift and decisive. We ordered a cocktail, beer, smoked wings, quesadillas, and the trio dip. Loved them all and a huge nod for the yummy, thin chips. I've been to the location in NOLA and enjoyed my dinner here as well even with the tightened menu. The favors are on point. Cheers!

Breakfast portions plentiful, not that many people in the early morning so you can enjoy a bit of…read morepeace and quiet before the midday hustle and bustle crowd.

We happily stumbled upon the sports book while staying at the L'Auberge casino & hotel. It was a…read moreMonday night so we easily got a table that overlooked the massive TV screen screens. There is a section to the side that does not have a good view of TV screens so make sure to indicate if you want a tv view when you arrive. They took us to a table initially on the side and we asked for a better view and they switched us tables, which was great! Food - we ordered the eight count chicken wings, which was more than enough for both of us because it's the whole wing, basically two pieces each. We also ordered the fries which are like potato wedge swirls and were lightly seasoned, which was good. Lastly we ordered the bourbon peach cobbler... Didn't taste a lot of bourbon and it definitely needed more bready texture but it was still good. I would say it's more like a peach pie.

9/12/2025 & 9/13/2025: Located across from the casino itself. Great food, huge portions, tons of…read moreTVs to watch sports. This place was my favorite for a meal that wasn't super expensive. The service was still slow (all casino restaurants seem to be super slow), but the food quality and quantity made up for it. I didn't get a photo of my friend's chicken wings, but OH MY! They were huge! Like carnival food huge. He said they were delicious too. I recommend the BLT - messy but delicious, the sliders (comes with 3), or the hot dogs. All very filling and could be split with someone or take what you don't finish to go. It gets loud in there on game day. We were there on a Friday and then again on a Saturday. Loud, but fun!

We waited about 30 minutes, and it was well worth it! Definitely recommend getting there early…read moresince their specialty pastries sell out quickly. I was able to snag a ham and cheese pastry which was excellent. Everything tasted fresh and well-made. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, which made the experience even better. The space itself is beautiful...very cottage-inspired with plenty of seating both inside and outside. It's tucked away in a peaceful, secluded area that adds to the charm. Beyond pastries, they also have great drinks and a full breakfast menu. Service was fast and efficient despite how busy it was.

Hoooooleeeeeee mooollleeeeee!!! This place is sure to leave a lasting impression and 100% you will…read morereturn over and over again!! This place is stunning on the inside and also offers outdoor seating. The line was out the door when we got there and for good reason. This was one of the best meals we have had in a while. We started with the bacon & Gruyère quiche which was absolutely delicious and so tasty. I would order this again. The cinnamon roll was (I'm not kidding when I say this) THE BEST CINNAMON ROLL I have ever eaten!! For entrees we order the Souther Smother. So so so good!! The biscuit is fluffy and the gravy is out of this world. We also had the grits & grillades. OMG the meat is so tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor. It país so well with the grits, potatoes, and eggs. We also ordered one of every pastry they had to go!! 10/10 I hope we come back to Lake Charles soon just to eat here again. Trust me just go.

I've always heard about Darrell's, but I've never been until today! The Surf and Turf was…read moreabsolutely delicious!

I visited during a recent trip to LC to see a show since I missed the performer in Houston. I…read morearrived at peak time on Saturday it seemed since the parking lot was packed, and once inside, also packed. It took a few mins to clean the last open table. The menus are on the table but you really don't need a menu here since there are only a few items. Everyone comes here for po-boys obviously and they have a few to choose from. The top 2 choices are the most common, the special and the surf and turf. To me, what makes a good po-boy, is the bread....like many other sandwiches. If you have great bread, you're usually making a good sandwich. I tried the small special, while the rest of the table tried either the special or surf and turf. They don't have a formal kids menu, but they just have either PB&J or grilled cheese. We tried the grilled cheese. My fav ended up being the surf and turf due to it being cleaner to eat and more variety of taste and texture between the bread. I liked the special, but I forgot to ask the server to remove the American cheese, so it made it taste funny and would have been better without it.

This place is so delicious! The hubs spotted it on Yelp and immediately fell, hard for Calla. Do…read moremuch so, we visited twice in one week. Christiano was a fantastic server and took great care of us. The menu is innovative and the flavors are on point. The steak frites and fried oysters are great, the sea bass and beef shank specials were literally to die for. And I would be remiss, if I didn't give a major shout out to the greatness that resides in both the beef and chopped salads. They're incredible. The cocktails are crafty and well made to boot. The brownie in a cup dessert was my personal favorite, but the nutty cheesecake is surprisingly light and delicious also. All in all, Calla's got it all going on and you can't miss it. Cheers!

Went here on a business dinner with some colleagues and everything was fantastic. It was several…read moreyears ago but I remember it like it was yesterday. I had this strawberry ganache and it was plated beautifully. This dessert was so gorgeous that I didn't even want to eat it but I definitely did. I remember the chef coming over to our table and introducing himself and thanking us for the compliments. I haven't been back since and I'm not really sure why but it may be because this restaurant is crazy expensive! A burger costs about $22! But the vibe, the food, and the employees made it all worthwhile. I'm leaving a picture of that mesmerizing ganache for all to see!

Fun bar at L'Auberge…read more Bartenders are friendly. Beer, wine and liquor options are plentiful. They had live music the night we came through. It's at the intersection of the casino. Give them a try.

From the owner: Join us at The L Bar for a specialty cocktail, fine wine, craft beer or an old favorite. The…read moreelegant and comfortable ambiance of The L Bar is the perfect spot to close a business deal, jump-start an exciting night at the tables or relax with a nightcap.

The service was excellent. I love the design and decoration of the seating area. Very warm and…read moreinviting. The food was exceptional. The scallops were delicious. We try and stop here each year when we come to Mardi Gras in Lake Charles.

Food and drinks were really yummy! We came here on a work dinner with about 12 people and it was…read moregreat, speed was pretty good. We were in a private room so it wasn't loud or anything! Great time.

Omg the beef tips are to die for here!!!!! The service was top notch, very cute and themed inside…read moreand it was easy to find! The butter beans were also delish and the cornbread. My crawfish poboy was okay. And I say that because I wasn't expecting a full potato slice so it was extremely hard and messy to eat lol. Overall I would definitely recommend if you're in the area!

Traveling from Houston to New Orleans, Lake Charles makes a great stop for lunch. After a Google…read moresearch, Buffi's looked like it had potential. Pretty easy to get to when traveling east on I-10. We found easy parking, Buffi's is at the corner of Broad & Bilbo Street. Great vibes right from the get go. There's a pretty mural on the side of the building, great photo op for those that are doing it for the 'Gram. The interior is cutely decorated, black and white checkered table cloths. It's self service at the counter. After looking over the menu, we decided on a small bowl of Shrimp & Corn Chowder along with a full size All American Peauxboy. I'm not a corn guy but my wife said the chowder was delicious. The Peauxboy was fantastic. If you would have told me the bread was baked an hour before I ate the sandwich, I would have believed you. It was so fresh & so delicious! We might have a new stop for our roadtrips when headed east. It was a great first meal on our weekend getaway.

Now, if your not from the south then you need to stop here and learn what real southern cook'n be…read morelike... Hell even if your from the south stop and learn what good food tastes like... Everything was A-MAZ-ING... I had the shrimp poboy and fried chicken... My wife had the smothered chicken and rice.. Hope they can get back to getting their dining room back up since the storm...

I'd recommend mama Reta's for their fried chicken for sure!! Very flavorful and the crunch was…read moreexceptional.... Best fried chicken I've had out!! The sides were a little less flavorful and I was disappointed. I ordered green beans, cabbage, red beans and yams. Yams were good. I'd order chicken and Mae my own sides. It's a drive through so I can't speak to the ambiance. The service and staff were awesome and felt very much like family!! I love that! Will be back for the fried chicken for sure!

Great place to eat! The food was fresh, the staff was nice and professional. The food displays…read morewere very professional and the chefs were quick to inform the guests that if there was something not presented, they would make it to order by request. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. Soft music was playing and the guests seem to enjoy the music while they dined. The welcome hosts were very friendly and professional.

Ambience was beautiful. TV's surrounding a Huge bar in the middle of the restaurant with UBS…read morecharging plugs was what I needed. Whiskey and half dozen grilled oysters is what I wanted. Dewars with large cube soon appeared Oysters were on the small, sad side, and the grill needed more garlic. Service was very attentive and friendly. I felt like a king. I'll be back.