Rachael's Cafe
104 Republic Ave, Lafayette
(337) 504-4625
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Way overpriced. $17 dollars for a bowl of vegetable soup to go. Literally just the soup no crackers or anything. Will find my winter day fix elsewhere. I suggest you do too.
We visited the Nerve Health Institute for some treatments, and while we were there, we had the opportunity to dine at this restaurant — it was absolutely amazing! My mom and I had never really experienced Louisiana-style food before, and we completely fell in love with it.
Our waiter, Ross, was outstanding every time we visited. He took the time to explain the menu and was incredibly friendly and engaging. We also had the pleasure of briefly meeting the owner, who was so welcoming and kind, even when we stopped by during closed hours.
We ordered the chicken with sweet potatoes cooked in coconut oil — absolutely incredible! The beef stew was also phenomenal. Every dish we tried was delicious.
This place is truly a gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My neighbor bought a quart of frozen seafood gumbo for my husband and I. This is the best gumbo we have eaten in quite some time. Absolutely delicious and loaded with seafood.
Food: 5
So I’m going to be very very honest in this review- I usually don’t mention race in my reviews- but I want ppl to understand what they are walking into.
So I’ve picked up door dash from this place ALOT- it always seems to have a great atmosphere and I hear nothing but great things about the food. Today I decided to try it.
I warned my guest that we may be the only ones that look like us in there- and when we walked in she understood exactly what I meant. They told us to sit wherever and someone will be with us shortly. Less than a minute after we sat down someone came- told us they were not our waiter- took our drink order and left. She bought the drinks out while we continued to review the menu. My guest had to walk outside so she told me what she wanted and went to her vehicle. 5 minutes after she came back- our waiter came to us. I was annoyed at this point because I waited over 10 minutes (this was after I had started timing her) to put in our order.
She told me she was waiting for my guest to come back- which to me didn’t make sense bc during that time you could’ve checked in or something. We placed our order but I was still a bit annoyed so I asked to speak to a manager. He explained the wait- and helped me look at the situation a bit differently. He also must’ve talked to our waiter because the interaction after was a bit different- for the better.
The food was very good- we had the pork chop (6/10) and catfish (7/10) - fries (4/10)- onion rings (5/10) - red beans and rice (8/10).
I see now why a certain demographic orders to- go, and I would definitely go back and do the same.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Amazing food, amazing staff!
The best place for any meal, especially seafood!!
Would recommend giving it a try. Homey country atmosphere. Good service. Food was cooked well. Could have had little more seasoning for my taste but we still enjoyed it.
This was our first time to Rachael's, for lunch. It was packed! I ordered the lunch special, which was hamburger steak on mashed potatoes with gravy, and I substituted black eye peas with sweet potato fries. Both very good. Husband ordered the hamburger, which he said was very good. Sweet tea!!The restaurant was constantly busy at noon time. We will go back! Different special everyday. Closed on Sunday.
Really great place for a taste of local food and the staff were wonderful ❤️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly service, delicious food, great atmosphere.
I had the chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes. It couldn't have been better. I'll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great eating experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak, Seafood Gumbo, Shrimp Sandwich on Jalapeño Bun, Meatball Stew, Seafood, Hamburger, Potato Salad, Bread Pudding, Crawfish Bisque, Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes
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Great Cajun home cooked food
Food: 5
The hamburger steak and mashed potatoes with black eye peas were very good and the service was exceptional. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food and great optikns
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don't let this one pass you by. One of the best meals I have had all year!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered to go. Amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Catfish
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