This was my first time and I enjoyed the food, and the atmosphere. My wife and I had the seafood platter for two and price was great.

If Southside was in my hometown, I would be in trouble!! Absolutely delicious food--very large servings! Amazing lunch experience read more

Southside Cafe - Delicious onion rings! So fresh - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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Good gumbo. Good burger. Good onion straws. This place run by Viet Nam vet is very welcoming. A full house of regulars at 2pm on a stormy Sat attests to both the good eats and the great hospitality put forth by a multitude of good looking gals running the floor. Interesting side note: the walls are packed with framed pictures of local vet's of all ages. If we lived nearby, we'd be here every time we decided to go out to eat. read more

I came across this restaurant while traveling through Louisiana. This is one of those places that feels like everyone knows each other. The vibe was upbeat and the service was great! There was a game playing and most of the people were cheering as they watched. The food was good and fresh overall. One if my table mates stated that they wished the seafood platter had more seasoning. Aside from that each dish was a solid 4/5. Please see the attached images. They do have a veterans discount. Oh yes this restaurant was owned by a veteran which is evident by all of the decor. I loved seeing all of the decor. Our total after the discount was $60.07. The do have a cash and non cash price. Give this place a try if you're in the area. read more

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Search assist stated Southside was adding 10% credit card charge. The business manager reached out and said this wasn't true. Another friend of mine went in and used. His credit card reported back to me that the service charge for credit card usage was the standard under 4%. I think the manager for his timely response and my friend for verifying. I'm glad because it's one of my favorite restaurants.. read more

Great food and service! The seafood gumbo is always good, the French onion soup is excellent, and the muffuletta is a must have.

Busy night after Tropical Storm Arthur. One of the places open and very busy. Very loud but no matter I was there for the food. Chicken wings, fried chicken dinner, side salad. All very good. I would have liked a selection of stronger beers and I know they exist in NOLA cause I bought them at the store. Food was really good and so was the service. If I'm back in the area I'm stopping here again. read more

Drinks were good, and food was great with large portions! We ordered the spinach dip to share, a roast beef poboy and a steak with mac n cheese. Everything was excellent, and service was great considering how packed they were! I had asked for extra napkins and our server did not disappoint lol read more

Southside Cafe - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

Best place to eat in all of Slidell. Even Though they are always busy service is always fantastic. Very good drinks as well. read more

Nice spot to grab lunch! It has a touristy feel but in a good way. The atmosphere was fun and lively. The menu is extensive so lots of choices for all tastes. I got the pork sandwich that had bbq sauce Swiss cheese and coleslaw on Texas toast. It was delicious! We also ordered the alligator balls, which consists of cheese, jalapeños and I assume ground gator, served with this spicy mayo sauce. It was good and the sauce was good but very spicy! Nice meal, great service! read more

Southside Cafe - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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While doing an overnight stay in the area we were looking for a place to have dinner and found Southside Cafe - after arriving and finding the parking lot full we quickly came to the conclusion that this is a local favorite. We were fortunate to get seated immediately without a wait. Our server Leah greeted us and welcomed us to the restaurant while handing us menus and asked for our beverage order, there are so many delicious options to choose from. We started out with a cup of chicken and sausage gumbo and french onion soup both were delicious although the gumbo was a little thicker than I'm used too it is something I would order again, the french onion soup was amazing. As busy as the restaurant was Leah provided outstanding service she checked on all her customers to ensure everyone was well taken care of. We ordered fried catfish fillets and a hamburger steak with mashed potatoes and brown gravy both were delicious and there was plenty to share and still have enough to take back to the camp ground. This is a great restaurant although the place was packed it wasn't as loud as we thought it might be after entering near the bar. The parking lot was a little chaotic and only dimly lit so navigating was a little challenging after dinner service. All in all we loved our experience here and definitely would return when back in the area... read more

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The food is good EVERY time. Been coming here since I was a kid. 10/10 recommend. I absolutely love the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms! The chicken melt is always great also. read more

Our go to place when I come home to visit. It's a staple in Slidell. The staff is great, atmosphere is awesome (my dad is on the wall he also donated a bunch of marine corps items to his dear friend), coldest beer in town and food is delicious. Don't pass up the killer fries. The best! Chicken tenders could have been seasoned a little more my son said. Roastbeef melt with side of gravy hit the spot! My girls got brunch items and the hubby got a burger. No matter what you get here it's good. Always a wait so get there early but the patio is super cute and comfortable and like I said coldest beer in town. read more

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Start with the crabmeat stuffed mushrooms. They are topped with parm and pair oh so nicely with a Bloody Mary from the bar. But....only eat one because they are huge and you need to save room for the gumbo (seafood or chicken and sausage) and the fried shrimp and oysters and the muffaletta! Worth the 30 minute wait and the drive from Texas via Orlando! LOL read more

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Great food nice good folks friendly staff Will go back again for sure for sure for sure read more

Best fried mushrooms on the planet ! bushwakerrrrrr is bling Ching Strawberry salad is amazing, added chicken to mine and wow just great read more

Southside Cafe (Slidell, LA) 3154 Pontchartrain Drive, Slidell, LA 70458 Visited: January 19, 2026 Southside Cafe was a great spot for a Monday night in Slidell. The place was packed, the ambiance was excellent, and there were TVs everywhere, making it a perfect place to catch a game and enjoy a lively crowd. Service was very good--friendly, attentive, and most importantly, everything came out quickly, even with how busy they were. Food-wise, the highlight of the meal was easily the red beans and rice... a strong 9/10 for me. Full of flavor and exactly what I was hoping for. I did try the 1/2 and 1/2 po'boy (half fried shrimp and half fried oysters), and while it was decent overall, I was a little disappointed in the bread. In my opinion, it just wasn't up to the standard you expect in south Louisiana, so I'd rate the po'boy about a 6/10. To top it off, I had a Bloody Mary ($8.00) and it was excellent--one of the better ones I've had in a while. Overall, this was a very nice experience, and I'd absolutely come back again the next time I'm in town. read more

Southside Cafe - 1/2 & 1/2 Seafood Combo poboy - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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Five stars because of the military ownership & decor. The server was very kind & helpful. The gumbo was delicious. read more

Southside Cafe - Buffalo shrimp - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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After the great morning spent touring the bayou we felt like we needed to stop and grab something to eat before heading back to New Orleans. We found this place online and it had some great reviews so we swung by. There were 8 of us so we had to wait about 40 minutes to be seated inside, but there were some nice tables to wait at outside, so we just grabbed a drink and relaxed a bit. I ordered a ln espresso martini which was delicious. The drinks were very well poured and amazing. I ordered the strawberry spinach salad and fried eggplant and the food was fresh and very large portions. Great prices and great service. Everyone else at the table was able to take full advantage of all the wonderful food that was available (I was limited being vegetarian). Huge sandwiches. Huge bowls of gumbo. Wonderful drinks. Fun decor and cool theme. The potato salad was amazing also (although I think there was bacon in there that I was not aware of but caught)! I would 100% recommend this place and we will definitely be back. 9.1/10 read more

Southside Cafe - Strawberry Spinach Salad - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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- Vibes: classic southern vibes. Homey, bustling - Crowd: full on a Sunday night, only emptied out near closing - Menu: lots of options- appetizers, salads, entrees - Value for price: 5/5. Portions were HUGE with generous servings of protein - Service: 4/5, a bit slow but likely because of the crowds - Parking: plenty of lot parking Stopped at southside cafe as we were passing through Louisiana on a road trip. Even though we got there around 8pm there were plenty of families/sports teams celebrating. Waitress was nice and answered our many questions, and the food came out within 20min (fresh!). The tuna salad was giant with a hefty slab of fish- a bit salty but otherwise great. The fresh fried mushrooms were juicy and satisfying (if you like mushrooms, that is). We also shared the seafood platter which was honestly enough for 3 people- my favorite parts were the softshell crab (2) and oysters. The classic BLT was also heaped with healthy servings of turkey and beef. French onion soup was good with huge croutons, but not our favorite item on the table. I could tell everything was fried fresh and came out piping hot! Good ambiance and good food. read more

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This place is awesome !!! Our party of 5 was seated promptly. Server came right over and got our drink order. We ordered the hamburger steak, country fried steak, grilled pork chops and open face roast beef. All of it was delicious. And reasonably priced. Prepared perfectly and we had food left over !! Our server kept the glasses full and we enjoyed visiting and chatting with everyone !! This place would be perfect for a date or a meal with friends or family !! I will definitely be going back there !! read more

Fantastic Everything on the menu is good and delicious You won't regret it Iall the fried stuff is wonderful Good service Good management read more

Forgot to get photo of the food and all of it is gone. In town visiting family and loved this place, fast service and a great vibe all around. Would definitely recommend. read more

When I'm on this side of the lake, this is my go-to. Always good food at a fair price. And everyone knows it. They make their money on volume and consistent quality. At 3pm it's busy. It has atmosphere. While you can watch a game from the bar, it's not so noisy that you can't talk. Service is prompt and friendly. read more

My poboy was humongous! I'd suggest getting a half sandwich unless you want leftovers. Nice spot to watch the game and have a good time. read more

Southside Cafe - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

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We moved my son from El Paso to Tampa as he just got out of the Army. One stop was in Slidell. We found this place and I am sure glad we did. Very patriotic and military oriented! We very tired from driving and we were able to sit down and enjoy some southern comfort food. The restaurant was very cool on the outside and inside. A sports bar with a comfy feeling. My son and I both had the gumbo with the potato salad levee!!!! The portion was large! It was awesome! He had the French dip sandwich which was one of the best I have ever tasted. My husband had the chicken fried steak and the portion was so big he barely put a dent in it. Any time I am in Louisiana I have to have the boudin balls and they had crawfish ones which were delicious! I am hoping not to make any big road trips any time soon but if you are in the area definitely check this place out!!! Oh and the service was very good as well. read more

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Great Food for Adults and Children with a large variety of choices on the Menu for adults and children! The Service is always friendly and very accommodating especially with small children! It is open and friendly and everyone was very satisfied through our encounter... I can hardly wait to go back!!! read more

Good service Great food Awesome drinks The portion sizes? Legendary. You're getting max flavor for your Full bar, lively crowd -- the kind of place that stays buzzing from open 'til close (a rare gem in Slidell!). Military-owned & proudly hanging photos of our troops MUST TRY: Fried Bread Pudding Slices (yes, fried. you're welcome.) I prefer the regular, though Reuben Sandwich & Seafood Gumbo - folks rave about 'em! Real-deal kids menu with actual mac & cheese (no Kraft box blues here Lots of options (including décor) - not your nasty fast-food Fish Sandie here. Y'all... even my super picky mom gave their roast beef sandwich a glowing review That gravy hits different. read more

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Southside Cafe in Slidell is definitely a spot worth checking out. I stopped by here whenever I'm in town. It was a really good experience from start to finish The food menu offers a lot of great options, and everything I tried was well-prepared. The shrimp poboy was tasty, with perfectly cooked shrimp. Their gumbo was rich and flavorful, and the tortilla soup was a pleasant surprise - very satisfying with a nice cheese pull. For appetizers, both the fried mushrooms and the fried onion rings were crispy and hit the spot. I also tried the ribeye Philly, and it was excellent especially with the au jus dip; the meat was tender and well-seasoned. The service was also great. Our waiter was attentive and friendly, which always makes for a better dining experience. Overall, Southside Cafe delivers on both food quality and service. If you're in Slidell and looking for a reliable place to eat, I'd recommend giving it a try. Vibes were great! read more

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Came here for brunch. Large restaurant with a bar and lots of seating. Friendly staff and good service. We got wings which were good, alligator balls - reminded me of a boudin ball kind off - yummy! I ordered the French dip - very good - I could only eat half and was full. My friend ordered the half muffuletta (IT WAS HUGE - the side of the whole plate)! Side note - I was at an event last weekend and Southside cafe was serving jumbalaya and it was THE BEST jumbalaya I've ever had! Next time I'm ordering that. Would definitely be back! read more

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I love this place! Paige and the Jed chef are amazing. Down home place and the food is amazing! Best Rueben's in Slidell! My mom would be so proud! read more

Delicious food, friendly service, a little loud during prime dining times. Nice serving sizes.

Super yummy and tons of great options and the vibe in there is really enjoyable. This is a great place to eat alone or eat with a date or eat with a group. It is a really good place to come to. read more

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Food is always great. Ambiance is always a friendly and enjoyable. The service is fast, friendly, and personable. read more

Southside Cafe - Tossed salad with grilled chicken. This was really good - American Near Me - Slidell, Louisiana

We ended up here by accident. At first, we were unsure - it looked like typical bar food & our server's real grumpy. But boy, were we wrong. The presentation might not be the best, but the food is legit. Irish Channel Gumbo ($14) - Chicken & Sausage Gumbo on one side, Seafood Gumbo on the other, with Homemade Potato Salad in the middle. One of the best gumbos we've had on this trip. Amazing portion size & very reasonably priced. read more

Love the food and love the staff! There is tons of armed forces memorabilia. It's a great vibe to boot!

If you're anywhere near Slidell, Southside Café is an absolute must. The food is Louisiana comfort at its finest. The po' boy was packed with flavor, the gumbo was rich and authentic, the muffaletta hit all the right savory notes, and even the potato salad was delicious--clearly made with care, not just a side afterthought. The service was fantastic--friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming. The whole place has a cool, laid-back ambiance that makes you want to stay awhile and soak in the vibe. Great food, great people, great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Good food. The onion rings are delicious. Friendly staff and quick service. Great atmosphere.

Delicious classic Louisiana food! I have a great muffaletta and any of their salads are wonderful, especially because all their dressings are homemade. You'll want to drink the ranch and the blue cheese they're so good read more

A huge menu of delicious food and great service ! It's always popping at Southside. But their staff and management definitely know how to keep things moving. read more