50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Lafayette

“The Breakfast food was amazing. We ordered online and it was ready in 10 minutes. We ordered after 10:30 and they called to say the don’t do breakfast after 10:30 and they made it anyway since it was already paid for. Thank you for the delicious food!“

“5 stars good snowballs year round never closes“

“Hot fresh fries is so important and they delivered! Along with the hot, juicy, cheesy, meaty burger, my goodness, absolutely delicious! Pamela, recommended their new raspberry shake, I was hesitant, but I’m so glad I ordered. She was right, it was fantastic! Get that shake! Great customer service, you can tell they care in that kitchen. Thank you to the chefs and all the employees that work so hard to make everyone happy to eat there. Great place.“

“First time here! I loved the shrimp and 🍟 and my son loved his philly candwich first time ever seeing him not finish his food...lol...sandwich was packed and cooked very well! I just didn't like the Mac&cheese noodles was a lil a hard no taste with the cheese or seasoning but overall 9.5/10‼“

“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!“

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

“Everything was in my order. Staff nice the environment kool. It’s nice and quiet. And food always fresh.“

“Great all around. The service can't be beat, everyone is always polite and helpful. The overall cleanliness of both outside and inside is impressive. Our food is always delivered to our table in record time, always hot and delicious. 😊“

“This popular fast-casual staple serves up golden chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and signature Cane's Sauce. Freshly battered chicken tenders, buttery grilled Texas toast, and creamy coleslaw headline a focused menu. Bright, energetic dining spaces, speedy drive-thru service, and sweet tea make for a fast bite.“

“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. 🤩“

“Overall pleasant experience. Very few people other than our group of about 10. I had the 3 for $5 taco special. Very tasty and filling. Outstanding service. Go there.“

“Piper did an outstanding job!“

“We had never eaten at Freddy's and we're personally invited by Ms. Jessica in the community to come by to try it out. We have a new family favorite! Super friendly service, great food, and phenomenal frozen custard. The kids said they prefer it over McDonalds which is a great win for the adults in the family!“

“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!“

“Food is always hot and fresh. Service is top tier. Granddaughter is obsessed with those spicy chicken sandwiches.
2nd visit 9/9/26... Guy taking order was not too friendly. While the food itself was hot and delicious...we didn't get any SAUCE!!😫😢“

“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!“

“So the food at this particular Sonic is always excellent 👌!!! The service is always predictable therefore I know the service is am getting every time, and it is great. The atmosphere is a mixture of both so I give it an overall 5“

“She gave great customer service“

“Good and customer service was awesome“

“The staff at Firehouse Subs is always incredibly friendly and welcoming. They greet you with a smile and provide consistently great service. The sandwiches are fresh and flavorful. Great food and even better people—definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to!“

“Always such an amazing experience when we go for lunch! The employees are so nice and the manager on duty is always so kind and helpful! They go out their way to make sure you are pleased and your food is fresh and accurate! It’s very clean on the inside and really cute how they decorate for holidays!“

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

“We ate at Chick-fil-A tonight and had a wonderful experience! The food was delicious, but what really stood out was the exceptional customer service. A very kind young man named Kaydence went out of his way to be so sweet and welcoming to my kids. He was incredibly polite, respectful, and made our visit even more enjoyable. Thank you, Kaydence, for making our family's evening a little brighter!“

“The staff was nice during my visit. They allowed me to make a small revision after I ordered in the Drive-Thru and arrived at the window.. I ordered the smashburger which was tasty and good but it was also very greasy. I also feel like they were a little too smashed and too paper thin and the edges were actually too crispy.
Don't get me wrong I really enjoy smashburgers. I've had a bunch of smash burgers in my travels. This one was a little bit off the mark.

Overall super kind service I like their style and environment. Maybe I'll give another location a shot in the future.“

“This Subway has always been a good place my wife and I would stop in to eat. Always very clean, well paced, and friendly. I would love to shine a special light and give a special thanks to Mrs. Moreen who served me tonight. I went in 30 minutes before closing when you lost expect people to be hasty with your order, but she was extremely patient while I chose my sandwich and extremely considerate with suggestions. She asked if I wanted to add any vegtables to be toasted which I did and felt bad for suggesting. She added my oil and vinegar before the rest of my vegtables so I could better taste it throughout my sandwich and finally she told me her name which is a lost practice and made me feel like more than just a customer, but a friend. As a person working in the food service industry and have been for quite a while I know and appreciate good service and I hope that management sees Mrs. Moreen as the diamond she is.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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“

“I personally love this cfa they are always so friendly and food is amazing I personally go just for this one employee I see her always working and doing an amazing job in my opinion she has to be one of the best I’ve seen in fast food always so positive always has a smile she makes my day she has redfish brown hair she’s short on the thicker side I think her name starts with an A she’s always moving so i barely see that name tag 😂😭I hope they give my girl a raise bc she is the best 🙌🏾“

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

“FOOD IS DELICIOUS“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“the people that were working up front cashiering and cooking had such great attitudes and were funny. Plus the food was absolutely delicious.“

“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.)“

“Ordered a blizzard and had them add Dip cone syrup In like in a layered way, and let me just say this, Treven and this crew on Johnston St, definitely understand the assignment. This was by far the best DQ Blizzard I have had in a very long time. Props to him and his Crew!!!

C.H. 7-5-2026“

“I personally don't like the food, but its good for something quick. My food came quickly after my purchase at the kiosk. They set a dine in right in front of me. Its always a bit cold and noisy in McDonald's, this one was no different.“

“SUBWAY(on Bertrand) really came through when it comes to personal belongings. Nearly panic lose my phone or worse case STOLEN. Thank you so much to all team leaders and staff for keeping my personal phone safe. Recommend ordering from them😁“

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

“The staff is very friendly and welcoming. I was sitting in the dining room, eating my sandwich, and an elderly gentleman with a walker walked up to the door. One of the girls on staff rushed to help hold the door for him, as one of the other girls made his sandwich. Heartfelt service, that's why I eat here.“

“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!“

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

“Ms. Theresa is the sweetest. She is a doll. I’ve seen her work by herself and make it happen and not fold under pressure. I’m glad to see someone put so much passion behind work because people normally don’t care but she is AWESOME.“

“I have been to this place several times. It's well organized, and the neighborhood is great. It's doesn't have a very large space for a big group to eat together but it's a great place for a small group of friends or for a single person to hang out.“

“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.“

“Fresh food, great sandwiches!!! Excellent service, variety of options to choose

Vegetarian options: You can choose between a salad, or veggies patty, a bowl of soup, veggies sandwiches, a veggies wrap!!!

Kid-friendliness: The always have a kids meal with toys“