Number ONE in my Book! I would like to say first and foremost, I'm a white. female, retired law…read moreenforcement officer. I visited Big Momma's often before I retired, and occasionally since I retired (trying to not get fat). I am treated with kindness and respect every time I go there. It's a family owned business and they work their tails off! When I go, I always think about getting something other than the fried chicken, but when I go through the line, I start smelling that fried chicken and I see that crispy skin and I mouth just starts watering. They are the best "home cooking" restaurant in Ouachita Parish. It would cost you a fortune to have the same order at Piccadilly. Everything I have had on their menu is delicious. The family/owners always have smile on their faces. I took my brother-in-law from Oregon here when he visited and he talked about it the rest of his life. If you're a local and you haven't been here, GO! If you are visiting the area, you won't find better food in the entire parish if you're looking for home cooking, but be ready for a nap! I just promised my own brother, who has never been there, that I'm taking him ASAP! PS....their dessert are THU BOMB! AND HUGE PORTIONS, one is enough for two people. Their lunch portions are huge as well. I often got an order to go and split it with my mother.

Want to go back to old-fashioned country cooking? This is your spot!!! You will never walk away…read morehungry and not satisfied. Service is top-notch with that ambiance that makes sense you feel at home

Amazing environment with tremendous food and an awesome staff. Can't go wrong for a date night at…read moreCotton.

I indulged in a rather late lunch this Saturday afternoon at a spectacular establishment right on…read morethe street in Monroe. It is a truly magnificent venue Cotton and it was understandably bustling with a very lively, chic Saturday crowd. The interior design is absolutely exquisite. I was deeply impressed by the sophisticated decor and the stunning murals that grace the space. It had been quite some time since my last visit, and stepping back inside reminded me exactly why this place is an absolute standout. I was escorted to a wonderfully private table, which allowed for a perfectly serene dining experience despite how busy they were. The service was entirely impeccable from start to finish. I began the afternoon by speaking with my attentive waiter and ordering a classic Bloody Mary, which was mixed to absolute perfection. For my selection from the menu, I chose the Deviled Farm Eggs, and they were a total culinary triumph deeply satisfying and beautifully presented. Between the vibrant atmosphere, the flawless service, and the exceptional flavors, the experience deserved full marks. I am thoroughly delighted and will certainly not wait so long to return next time!

Quick breakfast bite that isn't costly -…read more Visiting family, I stopped by here to grab a quick bite. The space has decent seating, max about 4 per table. The wait staff was kind and attentive. It was fairly busy but the food came out pretty quick. I got PawPaws breakfast (eggs, bacon, potatoes and a biscuit) . The biscuit and potatoes were the best part. Honestly delicious. The eggs were a little wet for my liking. They have 4 pieces of bacon which I appreciate. Overall , a decent breakfast

This little gem of a place was amazing. It was relocated about 8 years ago into a small strip mall,…read morebut that didn't take away from the sweet, southern hospitality. Our server made us feel like we were part of the regulars; this was our first time there. She thoroughly explained the menu, what was great, and her favorites. She even invited us to lunch and told us the Beef Tips were what they were known for. The food was incredible. I only added salt to my eggs; everything else was seasoned beautifully. The portions were JUST RIGHT. Walked away feeling satisfied. It honestly felt like I had a meal at granny's house. What a wonderful experience.

This is the best place for breakfast in Monroe. The ham sandwiches are also excellent Service was…read moreall I could ask, and very friendly. The atmosphere is old school and welcoming. Try the pies if you get a chance.

Fantastic. Loaded biscuit (with gravy) is decadent, Barnyard breakfast with French toast was the…read moreperfect combo for two. Fast and friendly. Super reasonable prices. I would eat here regularly if I lived nearby. Great coffee too!

Food is always fresh & cooked well. To go is easy & surprisingly fast! Service with a smile…read more Portions are large. Always have enough for another snack or meal!

You walk in and order at the counter. You get a buzzer and take your seat. Drinks are pour…read moreyourself. Food comes out quickly and is fresh and flavorful! Inside is woodsy and campy. Staff is friendly.

Vannahs is an easily overlooked gem in West Monroe, Louisiana…read more One could easily be excused for passing in by, as you glimps a look at the building exterior, but then you would be missing out on ine of the best burger joints Louisiana has to offer. The food here is reasona ly proced but more than that, the burgers are delicious! Perfectly cooked, hearty and flavorful burgers are the stars here, but the sides like the Onion rings hold their own too. If you do not arrive here early during lunch time, you can expect a.wait. The inside seating is not very abundant and it fills up daily quickly. If you enjoy a really good home style burger, you should definitely give Va nahs a try!

Best shakes n malts gave 4 because burger was a little to salty for my taste but burger was good…read morebesides that hot dogs best all around

Same as back in the college days. Just good roast beef on pristine po boy bread. Old school cut…read morefries. Original ice cream. Oh forgot about Gravy. Just had to be apart of the history.

The food has definitely gone down in quality in the last few years. The curly fries tasted like…read morethey were old and had been sitting under a heat lamp for hours. Po boys have very little meat on them anymore. The meat doesn't even cover the whole bread.

Service, atmosphere, waterfront view: all on point…read more Here's what we ordered: Appetizer: STUFFED MUSHROOMS. They were very dry. As if they were sitting under a heat lamp or forgotten in the oven. Flavor of the crab was good, though I think I would have rather had a majority of the cheese on the bottom, mixing with the juices from the mushroom and crab instead of heavily coating the top like a crispy crust. Entrees: SHRIMP RAHKEE. Saw so many good reviews for this. I was underwhelmed and disappointed. The whole thing lacked flavor. I had to shake a generous amount of salt on top and it was still lacking flavor. Shrimp were large and juicy, they just needed more flavor. Sauce was thin, could have been thicker and more complex. All of it was just bland. I ordered this over pasta which was cooked perfectly al dente. For my sides, I got the STUFFED POTATO and ASPARAGUS. Stuffed potato was nothing to write home about-- it also tasted as if it was sitting under a heat lamp or left in the oven a bit too long; flavor wasn't bad, though.. Asparagus was asparagus. Would have preferred a nice crusty bread like a French Bread over the Texas Toast. Not terrible, but not great. My teenager ate up my shrimp. My teenager ordeeed the SHRIMP SALAD. He said "it is what it is." Nothing super special but he didn't really have any complaints. My husband ordered the PORK CHOPS with ASPARAGUS and STEAMED VEGGIES. He really Enjoyed the pork chops and shared a bite with me, which was delicious-- cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. His steamed veggies were dry and asparagus was asparagus. My youngest ordered a KIDS CHEESEBURGER. Unfortunately, much like many places serving a kids cheeseburger-- it was pretty basic. My youngest had a few bites and wasn't interested in finishing it. This is served with chips. I should mention that all of the entrees looked visually tasty and we really wanted to like them. Maybe we were just there on an off night. Our server and everyone working there was very nice and attentive. The owner gave us a hearty smile and good bye. Service itself earned half the rating for me. View of the water was really nice, though I probably won't be back if I find myself in Monroe again.

Came here after ULM Graduation, and was the perfect spot! Right along the water which made for…read moregreat pics! The food, drinks, and service were also excellent. Definitely recommend the BBQ Shrimp!!! Would definitely come here again!