Cajun Restaurants near Cankton, LA

“Looked for a sit down crawfish boiler between Ville Platte and Lafayette that was boiling for lunch on a Saturday. Cankton Cafe was one of the few sit down places open and boiling. The place was easy to find with plenty of parking. The staff was very friendly and attentive and the crawfish seasoning and quality was above average. Definitely a small town restaurant worth taking a detour for.“

“The lady who answered the phone & then transferred me to the Deli was polite & Freindly as was the gentleman who picked up the phone in Deli & took my order. However the young girl at the cash register in the Deli was not. Management should take note bc with as much competition as there is in a pretty small area , I know if I have the choice between an establishment with polite employees and one that does not ,I’ll take my business to the one with a positive experience every time. The Bbq and sides were delicious & almost made up for the cashier’s attitude.“

“Came to Lafayette for our anniversary and took my husband here for the raw oysters and Cajun food. They did not disappoint. The live music was fantastic and everyone was so friendly. Can’t wait to come back.“

“We got the shrimp po boy & an order of the fish & chips to go. Both were absolutely delicious & the staff were super friendly. We will definitely be eating here again!“

“I ventured to Lafayette to attend Festival International. Since I had the morning and most of the afternoon free the day after my arrival I decided to head to Vermillionville to explore the historic village and have lunch at La Cuisine de Maman. What a great decision!! The food at the restaurant was delicious. I had the plate lunch with a cup of seafood gumbo to start. Everything was really good. The plate lunch that day was crawfish etouffee over rice, smothered green beans, fried shrimp with tartar sauce, and a big biscuit. Portions were very generous; I thought that some of the food might overflow onto the table.😊 I didn't have room for dessert; although I've since been told by lots of people that I should have taken it with me. After eating, I explored the village. What an amazing blend of history and culture it is! I can't wait to return.“

“my first time here. Great service. staff was friendly, restuarant was clean and quiet other then the regular chatter. the staff was knowledgeable and welcoming. *Editing* To add the food was delicious! huge serving size. I recommend the crab dip appetizer so flavorful!“

“My brothers and I recently had the stuffed seafood daily special. The food and experience were much more than we expected. I had phone-ordered three lunches to-go but, changed our minds after walking into the restaurant. We decided to stay and eat in the great atmosphere. We're looking forward to our next trip there for more food and atmosphere.“

“Good food great service,would highly recommend them“

“good food, great service.“

“We had the hotdogs and stuff bread, very delicious.“

“I stopped in and tried out the boudin! It was Phenomenal!!! Can't wait to dig into our plate lunches! Customer service was really good also!“

“This food is amazing! Hands down a chef who tops his food with love!“

“Been here several times now. Every time I order the buffet, which is mostly country style food with a bit of a kick. The number of offerings are modest, about a dozen or so, and they put enough care into each one that it makes for a great meal.“

“Love this place. The food is delicious, and the people are awesome. The amount of food is usually enough for two.“

“Awesome food, awesome atmosphere, but better people! It has stood the test of time for a reason! Go check it out you won’t regret it!“

“First time visit, found the place clean and the staff very helpful. Ordered a Barbeque Brisket potato with the potato almost football size and a nice thick layer of Brisket on top. Too much food for one sitting! I have enough for a second meal. I will continue to return and bring others as well.“

“Finally decided to try Julian's Poboys...one word, amazing! I had the shrimp poboy and it was delicious. The bread was the best and the shrimp were fresh and fried to perfection. We also tried the Wild Turkey poboy, also delicious. Don't forget the onion strings. The best poboys we've had in Lafayette to date. The staff were great also.“

“Me and my mom stopped there for lunch this afternoon. The food was delicious and our waitress Kinley was outstanding“

“Welsh Roanoke Jr High made THE best out of a rainy day there! Thanks to your amazing team we made ponchos with trash bags and made the best memories! Also my husband Scott got to share a tune for the kids!“

“Best kept secret for local boudin“

“Billy’s is great, love the crawfish boudin balls and the Cajun cracklins are the best but it’s all good those were just my favorite!“

“Boys had meatballs and stuffed bread. I had the stuffed bread and a side of corn. Everyone was happy with their plates, and the stuffed bread was absolutely delicious. The bread was tender and the stuffing was rich with meat and slices of sausage. Divine. Well worth getting off the interstate for.“

“We have used Big Hill Cafe (Brent and Lucy’s) services for years and every single time we are overly impressed! They are a joy to work with and their superior cuisine is all outstanding! Highly recommend!“

“I live in Oklahoma , but our youngest daughter and her family live in Carencro. She LOVES eating Coffee Depot & she just celebrated her birthday 11/15 So we gave her a gift card from Coffee Depot which she absolutely LOVED! They even decorated the Gift card 🥰🥰 So thoughtful & as always so yummy! Thank you Coffee Depot“

“Great food and service. Our server, Macie, was amazing! She is clearly experienced and focused on a great experience for customers. Ask for Macie as your server on your next trip to Cafe Josephine!“

“Food is 10 out of 10! tastefully prepared. Service is great! Jodessa our server is the best! She extended her self to help this handicap person with on time love and care. I recommend travelers passing through to try this Lafayette Location“

“Double cheeseburger was very good! Patties were nicely seasoned and they cooked it medium rare for me which I asked for and appreciated. Fries were just Ok, but I’m not a big fry guy. If they put cheese on the fries that probably would be tastier. $17 for a double cheeseburger is a bit pricey, but apparently that’s the norm round here.“

“6.13.25 @ approx. 1 P.M.
I came here for the first time because Lumber Jacks (another eatery I wanted to try seemed to have been closed for good).

I saw chicken and sausage gumbo on their menu, but they ran out.

I tried the shrimp stew. It came with corn and potato salad. It was good.

We also tried the fried catfish (2 pieces), and I really enjoyed the piece I tasted.

If you are ever on Moss St. and looking for a plate lunch, the Lunch Box might fill the void.“

“The wait was worth it . Hot and fresh . Love the frozen lemonade so delicious. He’s very friendly and welcoming“

“Great truck stop. Very friendly staff. If you haven’t stoped by, you need to!!“

“Good food. Good customer service.“

“Best crawfish and shrimp in Louisiana.“

“The alligator bites were absolutely delicious and the sauce added the perfect touch. Wasn’t a big fan of the coleslaw because it had a vinegar base, but I’m kind of picky about my coleslaw. And the crawfish enchilada was amazing from the cheese on top to the filling inside I will definitely be getting it again if I’m ever in the area“