5/5 -- A Ponchatoula Gem You Have to Try…read more If you ever find yourself anywhere near Ponchatoula, do yourself a favor and stop at Toula Burger on W Pine Street. I walked in expecting a good burger... I walked out questioning why every other burger in my life hasn't been held to this standard. From the jump, the vibe feels like what a small-town Louisiana burger spot should be: warm, welcoming, and buzzing with people who clearly know they're in for something special. You can tell the crew cares -- not just about making food, but about creating a place the community is proud of. I ordered the signature burger, and I'm not exaggerating when I say it's the kind of bite that makes you pause. Perfectly seasoned beef, cooked exactly how I asked, layered with toppings that taste thoughtfully chosen rather than thrown together. The bun held everything like a champ -- soft enough to enjoy, sturdy enough to keep the whole experience tidy. It's the little things, and they nail every one. The fries? Golden, salty, addictive. The kind of fries you keep eating even after you're full because "just one more" somehow becomes ten. What really stood out, though, was the service. Ponchatoula is known for its hospitality, but the folks at Toula Burger take it to another level. Genuine smiles, real conversations, and you can feel the pride they have in what they've built. It's refreshing. To the owners: Y'all created something special here. You've got a spot that feels rooted in community but tastes like it belongs on a national "must-try" list. I'd love to know more about the inspiration behind the menu -- especially what led you to craft a burger that balanced richness and freshness so perfectly. Keep doing what you're doing; the attention to detail shows. I'll absolutely be back -- and I'll be bringing people with me.

I'm really sad that I could not give this cute burger place 5 stars. Here is why. This is my first…read moretime here, but my husband has been here a couple of other times. He is a burger aficionado. While the hand patted Burger is fantastic, my husband commented that every single time he has been there the fries are lukewarm. I opted for a hand battered shrimp Poboy. The batter was really good. Served freshly fried. If you're weird about veins in your shrimp, these are not deveined shrimp. The problem is that the bread to shrimp ratio is off. It's a really thick bread. The restaurant atmosphere is so quaint and homey. The staff was so friendly. I can chalk the bread thing up to personal preference but they need to do better with hot fries.

My family and I are regular patrons and have never been disappointed by the food or service. One of…read moremy kids is super picky and this is usually her first choice when deciding where to eat as a family. Last night I ordered the salmon salad and OH MY GOD - that may have been the most delicious salmon filet I've ever had. It was perfectly seasoned and cooked to my preference. I usually order the tuna salad, which is also excellent. Last night I made a couple modifications to my salad (no candied pecans and no sugarcane vinaigrette), but when I received my plate I noticed the fresh berries and cheese were also missing. I mentioned it to my waitress and she immediately acted to fix it. I had my plate back in maybe two minutes. Things like that sort of go with the territory when you start requesting modifications, so I didn't blame her at all. Will be back. Always!

What a pretty and fun place to hang! Beers are delicious and don't miss the pig candy! It's…read moreamazing. Goes so well with the Brussel Sprouts! Angela is the best server! Super fun! Attentive and friendly!

Awesome foods and excellent service too. A variety of dishes, creole and country too.read more

I'm 79 years old and that's the best damn hamburgers I ever ate!!!! I shall return many times.read more

Great hamburgers, onion rings, poboys and crushed ice for drinks. Their wings are really good…read moreespecially the buffalo flavor. Local small town diner that has been family owned and operated since 1966.

This is the local spot! Came here for the first time and will definitely be back. The service was…read morespeedy and the food was great. The seating is nostalgic and warm alongside the lovely worker ladies. One of the worker used the restroom and not only did a mid day clean but used a fan to air it out faster. Amazing place!!

Babyyyyy let me tell y'all... I would have gone out HAPPY Saturday night after eating here and that…read moreis NOT an exaggeration ‍ From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was so peaceful and welcoming. And can we talk about the music?! Christian music playing the whole time -- that's all we listen to, so my son was over there having his own little concert knowing every word lol. It just felt GOOD in there. Now listen... they were BUSY busy (Saturday night, so we expected that), and we were starvingggg, so we skipped the appetizers -- which honestly hurt my feelings a little because they sounded SO good And I HAVE to shout out the server/owner -- because baby, my dad is 80 years old and will talk to ANYBODY about ANYTHING. When I say they handled him like a pro... I mean patient, kind, laughing with him, never rushing him off -- just truly good people. If you know, you know Let's get into the food though I ordered the BBQ bacon cheeseburger (no onions) with fries... AND a fresh squeezed lemonade that was absolutely BOMB ‍ Like refreshing, perfect, not too sweet -- I could've had about three of those, easy My dad got the surf & turf burger, my sister got a regular burger, my brother-in-law had the crawfish étouffée with fried catfish, and my son got chicken fingers. We did have a bit of a wait, but honestly it gave us time to sit, talk, and enjoy being together -- no complaints there BUT BABY... when that food hit the table... Not. One. Word. Except "OMG this is the best thing I've ever eaten!!!" That burger?!?! I'm not even kidding -- I would request that as my LAST MEAL. It was THICK, juicy, cooked perfectly. The bacon? Crispy perfection The sourdough bun? Soft, fluffy, just holding everything together like it was sent from Heaven The BBQ sauce wasn't overpowering -- just right. AND let me say this... I am the DIPPING SAUCE QUEEN I normally need ranch, ketchup, something on the side at all times... but this burger?! I didn't touch a single sauce. Not ONE. It stood on its own and didn't need a thing I did not stop eating until it was GONE. No to-go box. No shame. No regrets. I usually can't even finish a burger anywhere, but this one?? I couldn't put it down. And when I tell you EVERYONE cleaned their plates -- I mean EVERY. SINGLE. PERSON. Even my son, who is VERY picky about his "chicken nuggets," was tearing those chicken fingers UP and talking about how good they were So will I be back? ABSOLUTELY. Will I recommend it? Already have ‍ Will I start a petition (or boycott ) if they ever take that burger off the menu? Don't test me. Also... sorry there are no pictures We turned into straight feral animals the second that food hit the table 10/10 -- run, don't walk.

Food was truly wonderful like all the other reviews state, but the wait times for service and food…read morewere not. We were brought flat cokes, then asked for tea instead, that was brought out warm with little ice that melted before it even cooled the tea. Service needs so much improvement, especially during lunch hours, can't even fault the gal working, she was by herself. The building could also use a good cleaning, it's super cute otherwise. So much potential here and I hope it improves.

The brisket and pulled pork were both good. Service was fast and friendly. I'd definitely recommend…read moreit and come back again. There are still a few other menu items I'd like to try.

Now this place is literally in the same driveway as the motel I'm staying. You walk up to the…read morewindow to order, or drive through. There's a couple pick-nick tables for seating, so most times it's to go. They bring your order quickly and with a smile! I've enjoyed everything I've eaten here, but I'd prefer they didn't smash the burgers, I like mine thick and juicy!!

All of the food is amazing. The service is great and attentive and the ambiance is friendly local…read morevibe. I love the variety of wings.

Decided to stop by The Depeaux while we were in town getting our Christmas tree. Loved the building…read moreand decor and the burger was the best restaurant burger I've had in a longtime. Natalie was the sweetest and provided amazing service. Now I have to find a reason to go back to Independence.

Excellent waitress! Excellent food, great atmosphere. I think our waitress was Stephanie? Has…read moretats on left arm of a vine/flowers. Sorry, for not remembering her name. We, a family of 5 traveling from Kentucky to Galveston decided to stop overnight in Hammond. As soon as we arrived, our waitress immediately recognized the pent up energy of a 3 year old cooped up in a car seat for the last 8 hours. She immediately took his his order and had his dinner on the table quickly, occupying his busy hands. She recommended the spinach dip as appetizer with a fried pasta . It was gone in minutes! Great. She then recommended the special, pork loin, that my son devoured! Wife and daughter thoroughly enjoyed the crab cakes. I had trout with almandine sauce. First time eating trout but after eating this, I realized I have missed out! It was outstanding. I recommend everyone coming down I55 should stop and visit Hammond, a very nice small town with all the southern charm you can imagine and a great eating establishment. !

Staying in Hammond in mid-September, a coworker mentioned this spot so we both trekked down south…read moreto check it out. We got here around 8ish in the evening and it was raining so not many people here. So we propped up at the bar and ordered. I was in a martini mood so Gin martinis were my calling; they made them the way I like: slightly dirty w/ extra olives. I can't remember how many of those I ordered but they went down smooth. I didn't want to order anything heavy so I decided on the Brussels Sprouts and a cup of the Chicken/Andouille Gumbo. The Brussels were crispy and had a nice soy glaze to cap it off. They garnished it with some peeled scallions which gives a nice finish. I'm a sucker for Brussels Sprouts; if they're on the menu, I'm very likely gonna order them. The gumbo was pretty good, had a tomato richness to it. I forgot what my friend ordered; probably cause I had too many martinis. It's about a 10-15 minute drive from Hammond but it's worth it. Check it out when you're in the area!

This is an amazing place the food was so good ! I will be back ! Everything was great !read more

Lee's is on the downswing again. Food is mediocre. Service is great mostly. Same dirty floors and…read moreflies on the windowsills. I am moving my personal rating from 5 to 3 stars. Up on price, down on quality on some dishes. If you bring up a problem to the manager (not being a Karen) she made it like I was the problem instead of the food. I quit going here again until I hear that things improve.

I had the potato with pulled pork and Mac and cheese . It…read morewas terrific! It was a 10! First time loved it ! The music was loud and they would not turn it down!

definitely worth visiting if you're looking for flavorful, filling comfort food. We tried three…read moredifferent potatoes, and each one was delicious in its own way. The seafood potato, which we paired with fried fish on the side, was incredible. The cheese sauce was creamy, and the crawfish sauce had plenty of crawfish and shrimp--every bite had something in it. It was well seasoned and very flavorful. The wrecked potato was loaded down with roast beef, a good amount of gravy, and at least 12 shrimp on top. The meat was tender, the gravy was rich, and everything was seasoned perfectly. The jazzy potato came with onions, bell peppers, queso sauce, and a drizzle of sweet chili. It had just the right amount of balance between savory and sweet. The shrimp on this one were also cooked and seasoned really well. The portions at Stuffed are huge--you will probably need to take some home. The restaurant itself has plenty of seating, a nice family-friendly atmosphere, and a host to greet you at the door. There's also a separate area for takeout orders, which made picking up our food very easy. The staff were polite, friendly, and made sure everything came out hot and fresh. Overall, Stuffed offers big portions, bold flavors, and great service. It's a perfect spot for families or groups, and the food definitely lives up to the name.