Post-Katrina Note: Many of the area's restaurants are open for only limited hours and days. It is highly recommended that you call the restaurant for updated information.

Quick Links: Abita Springs Baton Rouge Covington Hammond Lacombe Madisonville
Mandeville Pontchatoula Slidell

MMCC: Major credit cards accepted
ME: Menu Express delivery
RR: Reservations recommended

ABITA SPRINGS

Abita Brew Pub, 72011 Holly St., 892-5837. On the trace. Good food, great beer. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

The Longbranch Restaurant, 21516 Hwy 36, 871-8710. Fine dining menu of Southern favorites with a fresh twist. MCC.

Mama D’s Pizza & More, 22054 Hwy 59, 809-0308. Great pizza, sandwiches, pasta, dessert pizzas and 50-cent draft beer. Fresh homemade bread. Lunch, dinner.

BATON ROUGE

La Carreta Authentic Mexican Cuisine, 4065 Government St., Baton Rouge, (225) 334-9940. Great Mexican isn’t just beans and rice…fajitas, chile rellenos, carne asada, margaritas. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse, 5252 Corporate Blvd., 225-925-1161. Steaks and seafood with private dining, knock-out martinis and live entertainment. Dinner. MCC.

COVINGTON

Acme Oyster House, 519 E. Boston St., 898-0667. Established 1910 in New Orleans, 1995 on northshore. Se afood, sandwiches, local favorites. Oysters 30 cents each after 5pm on Thursdays. Lunch, dinner, MCC.

Another Broken Egg, 500 N. Theard, 893-4412.

Aunt Bee’s Country Kitchen, Hwy 36,
893-7005. ME.

Back Porch Grill, 414 N. New Hampshire, 892-5252. Comfortable, casual atmosphere in downtown Covington. Lunch. MCC, checks.

Bear’s Restaurant, 128 W. 21st St., 892-2373. Best po-boys in the world.

Boulée Prime House, 1202 N. Hwy 190, 809-0969. Excellent steaks, wine and martini bar. Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. MCC.

Café Lisé, 1111 S. Tyler, 892-3838. Across from St. Tammany Hospital. Coffee bar and bistro. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Café Paparazzi, 321 N. Columbia St., 892-7440. Italian: Pasta, Salads, Pizzas, Sandwiches.

The Cheesesteak Bistro, 520 N. Columbia, Covington, 875-9793. Original cheesesteak sandwiches, soups, salads, gumbo and super spuds, all under $10. MCC, checks.

Coffee Rani, 234-A Lee Lane, 893-6158. Soup and salad specialists.

Columbia St. Tap Room & Grill, 434 N. Columbia St., 898-0899. Daily specials, appetizers, sandwiches, salads, soups and burgers. Dine in or enjoy The Patio Bar’s fountains and foliage. Live music Thurs.-Sat. nights. Lunch, dinner. MCC, ME.

Copeland’s, 680 N. Hwy 190, 809-9659. Cajun flavors. Sunday brunch. MCC, ME, RR.

The Dakota Restaurant, 629 N. Hwy 190, 892-3712. Contemporary Louisiana cuisine using local and seasonal ingredients. MCC, RR.

DiCristina’s Restaurant. 810 North Columbia Street, Suite C. 875-0160. Conveniently located next to the new Covington Courthouse. Italian and Seafood. MCC.

Downtown Drugs with the Original SodaFountain & Café Cabaret, 322 N. Florida St., 892-7220. Nostalgic soda fountain for lunch and after school six days a week.

The English Tea Room, 734 Rutland St., 898-3988. Authentic English cream teas served daily from 11am-5pm. Special event teas, English scones, crumpets and cakes. Now serving lunch M-F, 11:30-1:30. www.englishtearoom.com. MCC, RR.

Étoile Restaurant, 407 N. Columbia St., 892-4578. French bistro with Louisiana flair. Specialty drink is a New Orleans Rum cocktail. MCC.

Ground Pati, 814 N. Hwy 190, 893-4208. Steaks, burgers. Kids’ menu. MCC.

Hero’s All American Grill, 1211 Village Walk, 893-7700. Awsome burgers, po-boys and sandwiches. Huge portions! MCC, checks.

Jim’s Bar-B-Que, 104 W. 30th Ave., 893-1752. Smoked meat, including brisket, ribs, chicken, sausage, honey-smoked hams. MCC, ME, checks.

Judice’s Restaurant, 421 E. Gibson St.,
892-0708. Behind the courthouse. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Le Petit Chou Chou, 517 N. New Hampshire St., 892-4992. Pastries, lunch, afternoon tea and a variety of coffees.

Magnolia Grill, 315 N. Vermont St.,
893-0402.

New Orleans Food and Spirits, 208 Lee Lane, 875-0432. Grilled fish, smothered rabbit and voo-doo crawfish rolls. Family owned and operated. MCC.

Pat’s Seafood Market and Cajun Deli, 1248 Collins Blvd., 892-7287. Jambalaya, gumbo, stuffed artichokes. MCC, checks, ME.

Pizza Man of Covington, N. Hwy 190,
892-9874. ME.

Ristorante Del Porto, 205 N. New Hampshire St., 875-1006. Northern Italian cuisine. MCC, RR.

Rosita’s, 324 E. Boston, 898-2200. Louisiana Mexican cuisine.

Schwing’s Restaurant at Three Rivers, 1536 N. Hwy 190, 893-9577. Family restaurant, tropical atmosphere. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Seafood Galley, 1204 W. 21st Ave., 892-3287. Seafood, steaks, pasta. Lunch, dinner. ME.

Semolina’s, 100 S. Tyler St., 898-0004. International pasta. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Sicily’s Pizza, 301 N. Hwy 190, 893-0005. Pizza, lasagna, salad bar, dessert pizzas. MCC, ME.

Vasquez Seafood & Po-Boys, 515 E. Boston St., 893-9336. Cuban sandwiches and more. MCC, checks, ME.

Volcano’s Southwest Grill, 1581 Hwy 190, Suite D., 867-5282. Quick service, build your own burritos, sandwiches, salads, wraps and more in a family-friendly casual atmosphere. MCC.

WOW Cafe & Wingery, 1600 N. Hwy 190, 898-4969. Buffalo wings, wraps, salads. MCC.

Wilbert’s of Covington, The Village Walk, 893-1700. World class Barbeque and grill. MCC.

HAMMOND

Adobe Cantina & Salsa, 1905 W. Thomas St., 419-0027. The finest Mexican cuisine on the northshore complemented with good spirits, great friends and fun. Menu features ceviche (marinated fish) and Mexican pasta. Live bands on Saturday nights. www.adoberestaurant.com MCC.

Beth’s New Orleans Style Po-Boys, 1002 N. Oak St., 345-2327. Across from Southeastern. Daily specials. Lunch, dinner.

Cuco’s, 2000 S.W. Railroad Ave., 345-2327. MCC.

Don’s Seafood & Steak House, 1915 S. Morrison Blvd., 345-8550. MCC.

Hon Yum Chinese Restaurant, 1905 W. Thomas, 230-0888. Chicken, shrimp, tofu specialties. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Jacmel Inn, 903 E. Morris, 542-0043. Fireplaces create ambiance in this casual fine dining establishment. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Kirin Sushi, 221 East Thomas, 542-8888. First Japanese sushi restaurant in Hammond! Dragon roll, Kirin roll, sake. MCC.

La Carreta Authentic Mexican Cuisine, 108 N.W Railroad Ave., 419-9990. Festive Mexican atmosphere, fresh food from traditional recipes, outstanding service and value. Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. MCC, checks.

Old MacDonald’s Smokehouse, 1601 North Morrison Blvd. 542-7529. BBQ brisket, ribs, chicken, and sausage. MCC, checks.

Pepper Tree Grill and Bar, 2037 W. Thomas, 345-5525.

Tommy’s Pizza, 2105 N. Morrison Blvd.,
345-9726. Pizza, pastas. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Tommy’s Pizza, 216 W. Thomas St., 350-6100. Pizza, pastas, po-boys and full bar. MCC, checks.

Tope là, 104 N. Cate St., 542-7600. Contemporary delights. MCC.

Trey Yuen Cuisine of China, 2100 N. Morrison Blvd., 345-6789. Innovative quality Chinese food served in Imperial surroundings. MCC, checks.

Yellow Bird Café, 222 E. Charles St., 345-1112. A great new place to start your day. Breakfast, lunch. MCC, checks.

LACOMBE

Glockner’s Place, 57390 Lake Rd., 882-5755. On Bayou Lacombe in Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge. Boiled seafood. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

La Provence Restaurant, 25020 Hwy 190, 626-7662. Chef/owner Chris Kerageogiou combines hospitality with French cuisine and welcoming hearths. Dinner. MCC, checks.

Sal & Judy’s, Hwy 190, 882-9443. Great food and line of retail products. Family owned for 27 years. Veal is the house specialty. MCC, RR.

MADISONVILLE

Badeaux’s Drive In, 109 Hwy 22 W., 845-7221. Family dining. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Coffee’s Boiling Pot, 305 Old Covington Hwy, 845-2348. Boiled seafood in a family atmosphere.

Friends on the Tchefuncte, 407 St. Tammany St., 845-7303. Casual fine dining. Boiled seafood, oysters. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Keith Young’s Steakhouse, 165 Hwy. 21, 845-9940. Steak, crabcakes. Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner. MCC.

Morton’s Boiled Seafood & Bar, 702 Water St., 845-4970. Relaxed atmosphere on the Tchefuncte. Seafood, daily specials. Lunch, dinner.

Water St. Bistro, 804 Water Street, 845-3855. Relaxed atmosphere on the Tchefuncte. Seafood, pasta, duck, veal, and steaks. Lunch, dinner Wednesday through Sunday. MCC.

MANDEVILLE

A Catered Affair, 2625 Florida St., 624-2828. Philly-steak sandwiches, “Super” stuffed potatoes. Kids’ menu, MCC.

Benedict’s Restaurant, 1144 Lovers Lane, 626-4557. Traditional New Orleans cuisine. Dinner, Sunday brunch. MCC.

Broken Egg Café, 200 Gerard St., 624-3388. Excellent choice for brunch! MCC.

Caffé Caffé, 3900 Hwy 22, 727-4222. Great soup and salad specialties. MCC, ME.

Carreta’s Grill, 1200 W. Causeway Approach, 727-7212. Great Mexican food isn’t just beans and rice ... fajitas, chiles rellenos, carne asada, margaritas. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Casa Garcia, 800 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 951-8226. redefining Mexican food … one meal at a time. MCC.

Chili’s Bar & Grill, 3420 Hwy 190, 727-2771. Fajitas and the Awesome Blossom. Lunch, dinner. MCC, ME.

CRU•WineBoutique•Cellar 98, 22 St. Ann # 2, Mandeville, 951-8982. Cru Martini, Mandeville Junior Leaguer Cocktail. VIP Delivery in Mandeville. MCC.

Coffee Rani, 3510 Hwy 190, 674-0560. Soup and salad specialists.

Coscino’s Pizza, 1817 North Causeway Approach, 727-4984. Offering authentic New York hand-tossed pizza and Italian foods cooked on stone using the finest ingredients. MCC, checks.

Darryl’s Deli, 3141 Monroe St., 727-9757. Po-Boys are as good or even better than you-know-who. Hot lunch specials, burgers and salads, breakfast. MCC.

Fazzio’s Seafood & Steakhouse, 1841 N. Causeway Blvd., 624-9704. Fresh fish daily, aged beef, traditional Italian. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks, ME, RR.

French Market Steak & Seafood Restaurant, 2600 Florida Street, Mandeville, 624-5558. Family owned and operated. Freshest seafood and prime cuts of beef cooked over an open flame grill. Lobster, steak and po-boys. MCC, checks.

George’s Mexican Restaurant, 1461 N. Causeway Blvd., 626-4342. Family-owned. Fajitas, George’s nachos, carne al la Parrilla. Best top-shelf margaritas in town. MCC, ME.

Hero’s All American Grill, 4700 Hwy 22, 845-1000. Heroic Appetite Needed! Awesome burgers, po-boys. MCC, ME.

Hugh’s Wine Cellar, 4250 Hwy 22, 626-0066. Mandeville’s oldest and largest wine store. Monthly wine tasting dinners; appetizers to go. Lunch. MCC, checks.

Italian Pie, 4350 Hwy 22, 626-5252. Pizza, salads, pasta, sandwiches. Dine in or carry out.

Juniper, 115 Gerard St., 624-5330. Specialties are panné veal with lobster and filet stuffed with crab and crawfish cake. Open for lunch and dinner. MCC, checks

La Casa Gomez, 643 West Causeway Approach, 624-8667. Mexican/Cuban cuisine. MCC, checks.

La Madeleine French Cafe, 3434 Hwy 190, 626-7004.

Little Tokyo, 590 Asbury Drive, 727-1532.

Louisiana Grill, 2223 Causeway Blvd., 727-5585. Crawfish Mon.; live lobster Tues., Thurs. nights. Seafood market. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Macaroni Grill, 3410 Hwy 190, 727-1998. Penne rustica, pasta Milano, mazzarello alacaprese, other Italian favorites. Lunch, dinner. MCC, ME.

Maw Maws, 1461 N. Causeway Blvd, Ste. 11, Mandeville, 727-7727. Soups and salads, stuffed potatoes, sandwiches and po-boys.

MiMamacita’s New Mexican Cuisine, 2345 Florida St., 674-1400. Great food and margaritas. Lunch, dinner, catering. MCC.

Mona’s Café, 2820 East Causeway Approach, Mandeville, 624-2988. Middle Eastern cuisine and catering.

Monster Po-Boys, 1814 N. Causeway Approach, 626-9183 and 2500 Florida, 626-5013. Lunch, dinner.

Nuvolari’s, 246 Gerard St., 626-5619. In Old Mandeville. Gnocchi, escargot, filet mignon, linguini fruta di mare. Dinner. MCC.

Patio Grill, 2223 Lakeshore Drive, 626-9190. Overlooking Lake Ponchartrain in Mandeville. Steaks, homemade pizza, salads and wraps.

PJ’s Coffee & Tea Co., 2963 Hwy 190, 674-1565. Catch your morning buzz at convenient drive-thru! Catering. MCC.

Rag’s Old Fashioned Po-Boys, 4960 Hwy 22, 792-1744. Herbie roast beef with Swiss and ham, muffalettas. MCC, checks, ME.

Semolina, 2999 Hwy 190, 626-8923. International pasta. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Sesame Inn, 408 N. Causeway Blvd., 951-8888. Finest Chinese cuisine.

Smoothie King, 1830 N. Causeway Approach, 626-9159. Smoothies. MCC, checks.

Subway, 1665 Hwy 190, 624-0733. Sandwiches, salads. Low-fat available. ME.

Sweet Daddy’s, 2999 Hwy 190, 626-8923. Pulled pork, brisket and ribs. MCC, ME.

Times Bar & Grill, 1896 N. Causeway Blvd., 626-1161. Famous hamburgers, starters, pastas, sandwiches, soups, salads, seafood, and steaks. Lunch, dinner, late night snacks. ME.

Trey Yuen Cuisine of China, 600 N. Causeway Blvd., 626-4476. Quality China cuisine with Louisiana flare. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Vianne’s Tea Salon and Café, 544 Gerard St., 624-5683. Freshly baked scones, homemade soups and a full café menu with over 40 gourmet teas. Breakfast, lunch. MCC.

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine, 4250 Hwy. 22, 624-2300. Homemade cannelloni, crab bisque. MCC.

WOW Café Wingery, 2890 E. Causeway App., 674-2969. Buffalo wings, wraps, sandwiches, salads. Catering available. MCC, ME, checks.

Yagel’s Yogurt Cafe, 2201 Eleventh St. Banana splits, smoothies, turtle sundaes. ME.

PONCHATOULA

C’est Bon Restaurant, 131 S.W. Railroad Ave., 386-4077. Stroll through America’s Antique City after lunch or before dinner. Casual elegance. MCC.

Middendorf’s Seafood Restaurant, 30160 Hwy 51, 386-6666.

Ristorante Da Piero, 116 West Pine St., 370-6221. Authentic cuisine from Ramagna, Italy. Lunch, dinner.

Robo’s Daiquiri Cafe, 503 West Pine St.,
386-4363. Traditional American fare. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

Sister’s Coffeehouse & Cafe, 18440 Hwy 22 E., 370-9424. Warm, friendly atmosphere, unique food, gourmet coffees, teas. MCC, checks.

Taste of Bavaria Restaurant & Bakery, 14476 Hwy 22, 386-3634. Charming Bavarian bungalow, European-style breakfast, German-style lunch. MCC, checks.

SLIDELL

A Touch of Italy Café, 134 Pennsylvania Ave., 645-0084. Seafood, veal, steaks, daily specials. Lunch, dinner.

Assunta’s, 2631 Hwy 190 W., 649-9768. Italian food, extensive wine selection. Dinner.

Bavarian Chalet German and American Restaurant, 2142 First St., 645-0400.

Chinese King, 39510 Hwy. 190 E. Dunaway Plaza, 645-8844. Established in Laplace in 1982, now serving Slidell. Offering combo lunch plates, a la carte dinner menu and take out.

Cuco’s, 1300 Gause Blvd., 641-4706. Sonoran-style Mexican food. Famous prima margaritas. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Copeland’s, 1337 Gause Blvd., 643-0001. Cajun, Creole. Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch.

Java Jungle, 1071 Robert Blvd., 649-0380. Specialty coffees, casual dining, lush tropical setting. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

KY’s Olde Towne Bicycle Shop, 2267 Carey St., 641-1911. Casual dining in former bicycle shop. Kids’ menu. Lunch, dinner. MCC, checks.

La. Pines, 1061 Robert St., 641-6196. Meet under the water tower for Ahhhfull-waffles, Sugar Watcher specials. Breakfast, lunch. MCC, checks.

The Landing, 4750 Pontchartrain Drive, 645-9009. Ribeye, prime rib, burgers, pizza, hot wings. Dinner.

Michael’s, 4820 Pontchartrain Drive, 649-8055. Steaks, seafood, veal, duck, eggplant au gratin. Extensive wine selection. Dinner.

Palmettos on the Bayou, 1901 Bayou Lane, 643-0050. Catering, Sunday Brunch, Private Functions. Cajun Creole. MCC.

Patton’s Restaurant, 127 Cleveland Ave., 645-3600. Casual dining, elegant ambiance. Dinner, Sunday brunch. www.pattonsrestaurant.com. MCC, checks.

Smoothie King, 150 N. Shore Square Mall, 781-3456. Low-fat health drinks. MCC, checks.

Something’s Brewing, 1325 Gause Blvd., Suite C, 646-1848. Soups, sandwiches, the best frozen cappuccinos. MCC, checks.

Southside Cafe, 3154 Pontchartrain Drive, 643-6133. Neighborhood restaurant. Hot lunch specials, great sandwiches. Lunch, dinner. MCC.

Steak Out, 1325 Gause Blvd., 645-8646. Delicious charbroiled entrées, all the extras. Lunch, dinner. Eat in, or delivered to you. MCC, checks.

Sushi Express, 3805 Pontchartrain Drive,
646-1817. Sushi and sashimi.

T-Boy’s, 503 W. Pine St., 386-4363. Cajun fried mushrooms, hot wings, fried pickles, ribeye plate and strawberry shortcake.

Times Bar & Grill, 1827 Front Street, 639-3335. Famous hamburgers, starters, pastas, sandwiches, soups, salads, seafood, and steaks. Lunch, dinner, late night snacks. ME.

Water’s Edge Bar & Grill, 4427 Pontchartrain Drive, 781-5882. Ambient, waterside dining. Family-style cooking. Live music. Lunch, dinner, take-out.

The Wine Market, 2051 E. Gause Blvd., 781-1177. Lunch, gift baskets, gourmet foods, wine and martini bar.

Young’s Restaurant, 850 Robert Blvd.,
643-9331. Steaks, seafood, nice wine selection. Dinner. MCC, checks.

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