43 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Lafayette

“One of the best snowballs I’ve had, I’ve recently moved to this side of town, and I’ve passed by a good few times and I saw the reviews and I was craving a snowball! I normally go for sour apple but got the strawberry delight! Ate the whole large will be back they are so sweet!“

“I come to this establishment throughout the week. The service is very organized and respectful. A server Angie has stood out of the employees due to her excellent customer service. The food is also excellent and tasteful. Thank you Chick-fil-A and Angie!!“

“Everything in my plate was 100% delicious 😋 Amazing and friend workers!!! Plate was full!!!“

“i can always tear up some five guys but i ordered on the kiosk today and pressed the regular button instead of the cheese button. when i got my burger, i went up to the sweet girl and asked if i could buy a slice of cheese and she gave me 2 slices for free! love laugh love five guys“

“I would like to give Popeye’s on Verot in Lafayette LA a 5 star rating. The service was quick & the chicken was hot & fresh. Jeff is the manager who is very professional, personable, & courteous. He runs a tight ship!!! Kudos…“

“Piper did an outstanding job!“

“The service was quick, the food came out hot, and everything tasted fresh. The staff handled the rush without missing a beat, and the order was accurate down to the last detail. The place was clean, the prices were fair, and the whole experience was exactly what you hope for when grabbing fast food. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“This place was amazing! 🤩 the employees were very respectful and nice. The food was so good a lot of people look over this place but I suggest that you go and try the food you will not be disappointed. The place is nice and clean and the bathroom is to. 🤩“

“Tiffany was absolutely amazing! She made our visit to Louisiana very enjoyable. The store was very clean and fresh. Our food was out in a timely manner and so delicious. The general manager is doing a wonderful job. We’ll definitely be back our next visit.“

“I met my family for lunch today after I had gotten off of work early. The last time I had food at this location (drive thru), there was an issue with it. I waited a while until I returned. The same issue happened again today. The manager, Shawn, immediately came to apologize to me at the table. He had fresh food come out to me super quick. He also returned to check on us, gave us a gift card, and said that he hoped we would return to give this location another chance. A bad situation that was turned into a positive one.. thanks to Shawn for effectively displaying great service recovery! I will definitely be returning!“

“This is my favorite place to go when I’m in the mood for fried seafood. The potions are huge, it’s budget friendly, and the service is always quick. The fried shrimp plate is my favorite and I also love the chicken tenders. Honorable mention is the egg rolls. If you like fried seafood and you like your food seasoned, go here!“

“Wonderful people here will get your food and you'll have wonderful service.Great food great place to eat“

“Stopped by today after a crazy morning and the beginning to a day of driving. We had the pleasure of being served by Mr.Dennis. He was extremely kind, patient, and helpful - and made our day 50x better. One of the best experiences I have ever had at CFA!!!“

“I'm used to Freddy's in Texas..it's Amazing meat cooked just right to perfection with just the right amount of crispness and grease, omg! It's the Best! Unfortunately this one just didn't do it for me. My burger wasn't the same and my bread was a little soggy, then again maybe because we were their first customers. But all and all it was very clean and as Always customer service was A1. Freddy's is still number 1 in my book!“

“Thank y'all for being the only location in Lafayette that is actually edible. I will drive all the way from pinhook just to order from here. I'm from Monroe, moved to Lafayette 3 years ago and every location I've had has completely sucked. This location knows how to Sonic and it makes my heart happy. Keep up the good work!“

“The Grilled cheese steak burger is my favorite sandwich. The Bacon on it adds just the right amount of flavor mixed with the cheese and burger patty. Best part is it fills me right up without even eating the entire burger. Normally making it something I half with someone or eat later!
The customer service here also leaves you with a great dining experience.“

“Staff was awesome and friendly even with a line of about 15 of us food was awesome strawberry shake was delicious and 6 yr old grandson loved the cherry on top made him feel special ty

Kid-friendliness: Grandson enjoyed ordering his own food“

“FOOD IS DELICIOUS“

“The BEST Mexican food in town! restaurant was super clean too.“

“Friendly service … food was hot and snowballs was juicy“

“Only all-you-can-eat Popeyes buffet in the world........literally!“

“The subs are very generous with toppings. Bread is fresh. Staff are working very hard and are pleasant. I highly recommend this place. Keep up the good work.“

“We LOVE El Pollo Loco. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch today. The staff was pleasant and the food was prompt. Thank you for the great lunch!“

“While I was waiting on my food. The cashier was very nice I think she said her name was Catlin and handed me a cup to get something to drink while I wait.. the food did not take long to make maybe 10 minutes. 10/10“

“Hats off to the Management and crew for pushing great service during lunch rush. Lines was long but the food was so fresh and hot with the manager being attentive of that big rush. Communication is key and they was following through,great job!!!“

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

“Hi this is for the manager. There is a man by the name Erik Bowie who has paid someone to put secret small internet cameras outside to watch every where that I go. This is illegal. There are tools that you can use to detect this. His address is 115 Erik street Lafayette Louisiana. This is not the only the business that i am informing. You can contact me on 337-534-5442 and ill give you more info. Thanks and have a nice day“

“Great people to work with. I work overnight mostly on weekends so if you know whataburger like I do, it's packed, full and full of entertainment. Plus it's on the Northside of Lafayette and the Northside is the best side. Sometimes the customers can be challenging and there's other guest that are very understanding. all in all, I love this job and the people I work with. I love the excitement and the rush that comes along. but please drunk folks that decide to get in my drive thru, stop Changing ur orders as soon as yu get to my window. and if I can't hear yu ordering on speaker maybe cut ur car off or get the person sitting in the driver seat to order for yu. no judgements but dam. And we DONOT SELL FISH BURGERS BRUH.“

“A perfect fusion of American classics and Louisiana dishes cooked over open wood-fueled flame , served up in a comfortable and modern concept. Came on recommendation from two different locals who said this was the best restaurant in Lafayette. We were not disappointed. Reservations were needed, but the hostess was able to accommodate us by the kitchen. It worked out GREAT. Was able to see the chef, Sullivan, and his crew perform their magic on each of the dishes. Every member of the staff was very friendly - from the hostess, servers, chef, our waiter Zach, and the general manager Aaron. Just get two orders of the Roasted Oysters to start. Trust me on this one. Even the Mac and Cheese was delicious! The creme brulee was delectably perfect. Get it! If cocktails are your jam, you won't be disappointed with the selection. My only gripe was that it was very loud on a Saturday at 7 PM. Felt like it was a night club. Made conversation challenging at times. If you need to change diapers, the unisex bathrooms will have accommodations for your baby. A thoughtful touch. Will definitely return if I ever come back to Lafayette.“

“Amazing I will for sure order again!!! Love this pizza“

“Quick service and great customer service. McDonalds and Burger King needs to take lessons“

“Let's face it human servers are slowly being phased out so our interactions with someone behind The counter is few and far between. Personally I always aimed to crack them up. Makes me wonder if it's still McDonald's when smiles no longer greet each other.“

“I have a very busy 4 year old adhd/autistic daughter And had been travelling for hours.
I was the only one in the restaurant and because my daughter is very busy doesn't communicate well. I don't bring her in a lot of places But because it was empty I thought It would be ok..
Everyone Was nice and I let the front desk Workers know that she doesn't sit still very much. And then I would put her in the corner where she wouldn't bother anyone...
Someone They're with the ability to Control the noise (radio) I can only assume had some kind of knowledge of children that are not "normal"..
Someone turned the radio down and My daughter seemed to settle a bit more..
To that person I say
Thank you for noticing!“

“This location is our go to for lunch. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is top tier. We come here so often that they know us on a first name bases. My go to is the Engineer on Gluten free bread. There aren’t many restaurants in the area that have gluten free options. This place is a MUST try.“

“Charlie’s Seafood – 4.1 / 5 Stars

What Stands Out

Generous, well-seasoned portions – The Large Seafood Plate (two catfish + 10 shrimp with salad, bread & choice of fries or fried rice) comes in around $13 and consistently satisfies .

Signature egg rolls and popcorn shrimp – Egg rolls are frequently praised as “best I’ve had in the area so far” , and popcorn shrimp plates boast a 96% thumbs-up rating .

Speed & friendliness – Customers rave about fast, courteous drive-thru service and a clean, casual dining area .

Wide menu variety – From classic fried fish plates, shrimp burgers, shrimp fried rice, lo mein, to chicken tenders and burgers, they cover both seafood and Asian-inspired comfort .

Where It Can Slip

Spice inconsistency – Some orders, even when marked mild, arrive overly spicy, and seasoning can vary meal to meal .

Quality dips occasionally – A few customers cited dry chicken tenders and soggy fries or stale poboys during off-days .

Not a fine-dining setup – It's primarily take-out with limited dine-in; service can slow during peak times, and mistakes happen—though they’re usually made right .

Best Bets

Large Seafood Plate – For value and flavor.

Egg Rolls – A standout “local favorite.”

Popcorn Shrimp Plate – High thumbs-up rating and dependable crowd-pleaser.

Lo Mein – A tasty detour if you want something beyond fried sea fare.

Final Take

Charlie’s Seafood is a solid go-to for hearty, affordable gulf-style seafood with friendly service and speedy takeout. It shines brightest for value-conscious eaters craving classic fried seafood or even lo mein. Just be aware of slight inconsistencies in spice and quality during busy times.

Rating 4/ 5 — dependable, flavorful, and unbeatable for the price, but occasional seasoning swings and service hiccups prevent a.“

“Good Service“

“The service was quick, the food came out hot, and everything tasted fresh. The staff handled the rush without missing a beat, and the order was accurate down to the last detail. The place was clean, the prices were fair, and the whole experience was exactly what you hope for when grabbing fast food. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“For me whenever I would go to a store or fast food joint or a restaurant I have a thing for wanting every interaction with another person to be as positive & entertaining as possible especially in a work setting. If you make someone smile or laugh within seconds of meeting them it's an amazing thing. The weight of the world or any metaphorical expression that would apply here is gone...their worries, doubts, rather or not she'll get the rose tonight in the final episode show of whatever you like to watch I don't know I like documentaries but to each their own I say, if they forgot to turn off etc.....in that briefest of moments it feels like you're not at "work" you know you're at the game with guys realizing the S for LSU was out of place in your shirts off squad ritual or a bon fire with all the familiar faces through the years....it's a form of feeling free that's immeasurable & the beauty of it all is, it's contagious. So to all McDonalds employees that I won't have the opportunity to make lol out loud I'm talking embarrassingly loud you would probably snort involuntarily so maybe it's for the best cause you'll never live that inside work joke I tell you & if I was a regular getting to meet a new cashier everyday....the kiosk doesn't have a sense of humor I've tried it's a hard nut to crack. (If you're still here yes he said that and yes it's ok to be laughing. Since we are slowly losing the opportunity of face to face interactions with each other & for someone like myself who has issues with PTSD, depression it's those moments that provides a true natural remedy for when we are down & force ourselves to be sociable where we all act "fine" but are screaming inside...getting someone to laugh or smile is when I feel free. So I thought why not get as many to laugh as I can in one shot. If you laughed or came close that counts too hit that thumbs up....take care.)“

“We’re out of towners who tried out dine-in (for the first time) at CF. I’m highly impressed with the service in this location. We went during lunch time when it’s the BUSIEST. I’m talking PACKED. That didn’t stop the workers from having great attitudes! Everyone was so nice and super friendly with my 15mo old. Food was quick, fresh, and delicious!

Parking: plenty of spots since it’s in the same vicinity as McDonald’s and phone company

Kid-friendliness: High chairs accessible“

“Always a great experience here at this Subway location. Had a curbside pickup yesterday and the ladies here were trying to take a break but hurried to get my order to me. It is really appreciated to see great customer service. Always fresh food here too.“

“It's so good but I may be biased because I love wendys with a passion. I give the atmosphere 3 stars though, not due to anything with the workers or the cleanliness, there's just something about their parking lot next to the popeyes parking lot next to the shopping center that bugs me but I dont know what it is. Also their chili is really good, just try a free one when it pops up in the deals tab so you dont pay for it.“

“We stopped by this location. Place was nice and clean. The employees here greeted me right away. They were very nice. I ordered the 7 dollar value meal, which has 3 pieces of chicken strips, fries, drink, and a sundae. Thats a good deal for somone like me who is on a budget. I've eaten at a lot of places. The sizes of the strips were good, everything fresh. I can't believe I never came here before. I will be returning.“