SWLA Guidebook
Food scene
Casual to upscale restaurant using the freshest and finest ingredients. They serve great comfort food, using local and regional vendors, providing exceptional service and to become an established landmark in Southwest Louisiana.
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121 Artisan Bistro
121 Dr Michael Debakey DrCasual to upscale restaurant using the freshest and finest ingredients. They serve great comfort food, using local and regional vendors, providing exceptional service and to become an established landmark in Southwest Louisiana.
The best to-go crawfish that SWLA has to offer. Their crawfish are exceptional in size and have the best flavor for your palette. You can pick some up already cooked to take home and enjoy, or buy them live to have a good southern crawfish boil with friends and family!
Boulet's Boil-N-Go
1408 Ruth StreetThe best to-go crawfish that SWLA has to offer. Their crawfish are exceptional in size and have the best flavor for your palette. You can pick some up already cooked to take home and enjoy, or buy them live to have a good southern crawfish boil with friends and family!
Mom-&-pop diner open 24/7 for all-day breakfast & American staples in an old-timey setting.
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KD's Diner
240 W Prien Lake RdMom-&-pop diner open 24/7 for all-day breakfast & American staples in an old-timey setting.
Comfortable, booth-lined eatery supplying a standard menu of pizza, pastas & po' boys since 1968.
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Tony's Pizza
335 E Prien Lake RdComfortable, booth-lined eatery supplying a standard menu of pizza, pastas & po' boys since 1968.
LOCAL FAVORITE!
Big, bustling bar & grill is a sports fans' favorite specializing in hefty po' boys & sandwiches.
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Darrell's
119 W College StLOCAL FAVORITE!
Big, bustling bar & grill is a sports fans' favorite specializing in hefty po' boys & sandwiches.
Elegant dining space serving elevated meat & seafood entrees with French and Middle Eastern accents.
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Mazen's
217 W College StElegant dining space serving elevated meat & seafood entrees with French and Middle Eastern accents.
Upscale steakhouse serving meat & seafood with classic salads & side dishes in old-school environs.
Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse
2550 Golden Nugget BlvdUpscale steakhouse serving meat & seafood with classic salads & side dishes in old-school environs.
Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, etouffee, po-boys & stuffed potatoes. Fast full-service restaurant. Banquet and catering available.
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Steamboat Bill's on the Lake
1004 N Lakeshore DrCajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, etouffee, po-boys & stuffed potatoes. Fast full-service restaurant. Banquet and catering available.
Sightseeing
The Imperial Calcasieu Museum was founded in 1963 and has been serving the five parish area of Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen, and Jeff Davis in Southwest Louisiana for 53 years. The Museum is open 12 months of the year and offers a minimum of 36 weeks of cultural/visual arts programming of its own design and coordinates with other cultural and community organizations to support their programs/projects.
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Imperial Calcasieu Museum
204 W Sallier StThe Imperial Calcasieu Museum was founded in 1963 and has been serving the five parish area of Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen, and Jeff Davis in Southwest Louisiana for 53 years. The Museum is open 12 months of the year and offers a minimum of 36 weeks of cultural/visual arts programming of its own design and coordinates with other cultural and community organizations to support their programs/projects.
Lakeside park featuring a fenced playground & a splash park, plus restrooms, lawns & picnic areas.
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Parque del Milenio
900 Lakeshore DrLakeside park featuring a fenced playground & a splash park, plus restrooms, lawns & picnic areas.
A free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture. Through imaginative, hands-on displays sure to inspire, you can learn the best places to spot alligators and migrating songbirds, take a peek at wildlife found in bayous and marshes, smell mouthwatering aromas of Cajun/Creole cooking, and “play along” with a Cajun and Zydeco band.
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Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point
2740 Ruth StA free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture. Through imaginative, hands-on displays sure to inspire, you can learn the best places to spot alligators and migrating songbirds, take a peek at wildlife found in bayous and marshes, smell mouthwatering aromas of Cajun/Creole cooking, and “play along” with a Cajun and Zydeco band.
Lakefront park with an open-air pavilion, a boat & kayak launch, public beach & picnic tables.
Isreal LeFleur Park
3100 Kiwanis LnLakefront park with an open-air pavilion, a boat & kayak launch, public beach & picnic tables.
The Grove at Heritage Square offers a tranquil setting within an urban environment. Set in the midst of a pecan grove that has historical significance for Sulphur, the pedestrian park features fountains, walking paths, sitting and picnic areas, a stage, restrooms and Wi-Fi. There is also Sulphur Regional Library's Little Free Library located in a birdhouse-type structure along the walking path, where members of the community can pick up a book to read.
The Grove at Heritage Square - Sulphur Parks and Recreation
1211 Ruth StThe Grove at Heritage Square offers a tranquil setting within an urban environment. Set in the midst of a pecan grove that has historical significance for Sulphur, the pedestrian park features fountains, walking paths, sitting and picnic areas, a stage, restrooms and Wi-Fi. There is also Sulphur Regional Library's Little Free Library located in a birdhouse-type structure along the walking path, where members of the community can pick up a book to read.
Many manmade structures along the Trail were destroyed by Hurricane Laura (August 27, 2020.) Natural constructs, and wildlife, are still present and thriving. Plan to bring supplies (food, drink, mosquito spray, etc.) and get fuel for your vehicle before you head out on the trail.
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Creole Nature Trail All-American Road
2740 N Lakeshore DrMany manmade structures along the Trail were destroyed by Hurricane Laura (August 27, 2020.) Natural constructs, and wildlife, are still present and thriving. Plan to bring supplies (food, drink, mosquito spray, etc.) and get fuel for your vehicle before you head out on the trail.
City-run seasonal water park attracts all ages with 2 slides, a splash pool & a play area.
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Parque acuático SPAR - Parques y Recreación de Sulphur
933 W Parish RdCity-run seasonal water park attracts all ages with 2 slides, a splash pool & a play area.
Local Hot Spot Casinos
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is a casino hotel in Lake Charles, Louisiana. L'Auberge regularly draws in 400,000 visitors a month.
The resort includes a spa, swimming pools, shops and a golf course, designed by Tom Fazio. The casino contains several food outlets, including the Kim Son restaurant Asia.
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L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
777 Ave L'AubergeL'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is a casino hotel in Lake Charles, Louisiana. L'Auberge regularly draws in 400,000 visitors a month.
The resort includes a spa, swimming pools, shops and a golf course, designed by Tom Fazio. The casino contains several food outlets, including the Kim Son restaurant Asia.
The Golden Nugget Lake Charles is the newest and most luxurious resort on the Gulf Coast. Dubbed by savvy travelers the “Las Vegas of the South,” this $700 million resort offers 1,100 luxury hotel rooms and suites; an 18-hole championship golf course and Country Club; extensive retail options; 30,000 square feet of meeting space; a one-of-a-kind H2o pool and lazy river; private beach front; marina; and a number of Landry’s, Inc. signature restaurants.
An innovative casino floor featuring over 75 table games, a state-of-the-art poker room, and 1,600 of the world’s newest slot machines redefines the gaming experience across the industry.
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Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
2550 Golden Nugget BlvdThe Golden Nugget Lake Charles is the newest and most luxurious resort on the Gulf Coast. Dubbed by savvy travelers the “Las Vegas of the South,” this $700 million resort offers 1,100 luxury hotel rooms and suites; an 18-hole championship golf course and Country Club; extensive retail options; 30,000 square feet of meeting space; a one-of-a-kind H2o pool and lazy river; private beach front; marina; and a number of Landry’s, Inc. signature restaurants.
An innovative casino floor featuring over 75 table games, a state-of-the-art poker room, and 1,600 of the world’s newest slot machines redefines the gaming experience across the industry.
Delta Downs offers fast-pace casino action with more than 1,600 of the hottest slots. Live races or races from the best tracks year ‘round in our multi-track, state-of-the-art Off Track Betting Parlor, with a non-smoking room and private betting carrels. Delta Downs features the adrenaline-pumping excitement of slot jackpots…the heart pounding thrill of horseracing action…a luxurious hotel, food court with five restaurants, Triple Crown Buffet, Lookout Restaurant, a high-tech lounge, arcade and more.
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Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel
2717 Delta Downs DrDelta Downs offers fast-pace casino action with more than 1,600 of the hottest slots. Live races or races from the best tracks year ‘round in our multi-track, state-of-the-art Off Track Betting Parlor, with a non-smoking room and private betting carrels. Delta Downs features the adrenaline-pumping excitement of slot jackpots…the heart pounding thrill of horseracing action…a luxurious hotel, food court with five restaurants, Triple Crown Buffet, Lookout Restaurant, a high-tech lounge, arcade and more.
Local Hot Spots
Easygoing bar & eatery furnishes California-accented Louisiana eats.
Also hosts local live music in downtown Lake Charles.
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Luna Bar & Grill
719 Ryan StEasygoing bar & eatery furnishes California-accented Louisiana eats.
Also hosts local live music in downtown Lake Charles.
Funky setting for microbrewery beers & modern pub fare, plus TV sports, theme nights & live music.
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Rikenjaks Brewing Company
3716 Ryan StFunky setting for microbrewery beers & modern pub fare, plus TV sports, theme nights & live music.
Celtic-themed pub serving Irish & American comfort fare, plus many beers, trivia & live music.
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MacFarlane's Celtic Pub
417 Ann StCeltic-themed pub serving Irish & American comfort fare, plus many beers, trivia & live music.
Loggerheads Bar is located on the Calcasieu River. Expect a relaxing, casual environment with great entertainment!
Every Tuesday is Jazz Night
Every Wednesday is Cajun Night
Loggerheads Bar & Grill
3748 LA-3059Loggerheads Bar is located on the Calcasieu River. Expect a relaxing, casual environment with great entertainment!
Every Tuesday is Jazz Night
Every Wednesday is Cajun Night
Opened in July 2016, Crying Eagle Brewing Company is a craft brewery with a unique vision, located in Calcasieu Parish.
The 4,000 square foot taproom features plenty of comfortable indoor seating made for sampling their rotating line of beers you won’t be able to get anywhere else. Step outside to the beer garden to relax and enjoy Louisiana’s beautiful outdoors while playing a game of washers or cornhole. Before the day is done, make sure you fill a growler to go!
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Crying Eagle Brewing Company
1165 E McNeese StOpened in July 2016, Crying Eagle Brewing Company is a craft brewery with a unique vision, located in Calcasieu Parish.
The 4,000 square foot taproom features plenty of comfortable indoor seating made for sampling their rotating line of beers you won’t be able to get anywhere else. Step outside to the beer garden to relax and enjoy Louisiana’s beautiful outdoors while playing a game of washers or cornhole. Before the day is done, make sure you fill a growler to go!
American grub & cocktails served in a chill, brick-lined space with a wraparound bar & pool table.
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OB's Bar and Grill
1301 Ryan StAmerican grub & cocktails served in a chill, brick-lined space with a wraparound bar & pool table.
Located on 64 acres on the eastern rim of sparkling Lake Charles, the Lake Charles Civic Center is a focal point for entertainment, cultural, social, educational events and more. The versatility of the Lake Charles Civic Center allows guests to take in regular performances from the many theatrical groups, dance troupes and musical groups like the Lake Charles Symphony and the Community Band. The Lake Charles Civic Center is also home to annual favorite festivals such as Louisiana’s second largest Mardi Gras festival, Louisiana Pirate Festival, the Marshland Festival and many more.
For the outdoor lover, opportunities abound. Stroll along the boardwalk, take in an outdoor concert, visit the Bord du Lac Marina or spend the day playing in Millennium Park.
From monster truck shows, wrestling, MMA fights and rodeos to weddings, formal Mardi Gras balls, reunions, graduations and conferences, the Lake Charles Civic Center is a diverse events hub in the growing Lake Charles metropolitan area.
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Lake Charles Civic Center
900 N Lakeshore DrLocated on 64 acres on the eastern rim of sparkling Lake Charles, the Lake Charles Civic Center is a focal point for entertainment, cultural, social, educational events and more. The versatility of the Lake Charles Civic Center allows guests to take in regular performances from the many theatrical groups, dance troupes and musical groups like the Lake Charles Symphony and the Community Band. The Lake Charles Civic Center is also home to annual favorite festivals such as Louisiana’s second largest Mardi Gras festival, Louisiana Pirate Festival, the Marshland Festival and many more.
For the outdoor lover, opportunities abound. Stroll along the boardwalk, take in an outdoor concert, visit the Bord du Lac Marina or spend the day playing in Millennium Park.
From monster truck shows, wrestling, MMA fights and rodeos to weddings, formal Mardi Gras balls, reunions, graduations and conferences, the Lake Charles Civic Center is a diverse events hub in the growing Lake Charles metropolitan area.