We know there are so many restaurants in New Orleans that it could seem bizarre to travel anywhere outside of the city to grab a bite to eat. But there are countless restaurants located just outside the city that are definitely worth the road trip. So gas up the car, because we’ve got some of the most incredible rural restaurants that are so worth the drive from New Orleans.
- Anita’s Smokin’ Steak Burgers
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Paul Kinnerson/Google If you’ve got a craving for a burger, a trip to Anita’s is in order. They’ve been cranking out some of the juiciest, heartiest burgers in St. Charles Parish since 1997, and they’re worthy of a visit.
Address: 13145 Highway 90, Boutte, Louisiana 70039
- Bar B Que Station
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Stephen Reid/Google Nestled in the tiny town of Independence lies a BBQ restaurant so good, it’s worth the drive from New Orleans. For small town BBQ with big, bold flavors, this tiny little BBQ joint is just the ticket.
Address: 563 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443
- B & C Seafood Market & Cajun Restaurant
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B&C Seafood Riverside Market & Cajun Restaurant/Facebook For authentic Cajun cuisine, pop on over to Vacherie where you can feast like a king on fried alligator, boudin balls, smoked rabbit gumbo, and more.
Address: 2155 Highway 18, Vacherie, Louisiana 70090
- Giddy Up Folsom
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Giddy Up Folsom/Facebook Right in the heart of Folsom, Giddy Up Folsom is a perfect spot to sit and relax and enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry or panini. The casual, rustic atmosphere makes this one of those places you could easily spend hours in.
Address: 82292 Highway 25, Folsom, Louisiana 70437
- Glynn’s Drive-In
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Lori Simpson/Google Glynn’s Drive-In is all about hearty food in a no-frills atmosphere. Specializing in po’boys and burgers, you can’t go wrong with a visit to this timeless eatery.
Address: 945 Ave F, Bogalusa, LA 70427
- Hill Top Inn
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Hill Top Inn Restaurant/Facebook Established in 2003, Hill Top Inn is a family owned and operated restaurant in Maurepas that features a menu full of Cajun and Creole specialities as well as mouthwateringly good steaks and pasta dishes.
Address: 13048 Hilltop Road, Maurepas, Louisiana 70449
- Port Side Restaurant & Bar
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June M./Trip Advisor Driving down River Road, you might not even give this place a second glance but don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you—this place is packing quite the punch when it comes to good old fashioned southern food. Burgers, seafood platters, and po’boys that are overflowing are just a few of the items you’ll find here.
Address: 11698 River Road, Saint Rose, LA 70087
- Truck Farm Tavern
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Truck Farm Tavern/Facebook Another gem tucked away on River Road in Saint Rose, Truck Farm Tavern is certainly worth a road trip from New Orleans. For comfort food in a down to earth atmosphere, no one does it better.
Address: 11760 River Road, Saint Rose, LA 70087
Have you ever dined at any of these restaurants? Let us know in the comments below!
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If you’ve got a craving for a burger, a trip to Anita’s is in order. They’ve been cranking out some of the juiciest, heartiest burgers in St. Charles Parish since 1997, and they’re worthy of a visit.
Address: 13145 Highway 90, Boutte, Louisiana 70039
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Stephen Reid/Google
Nestled in the tiny town of Independence lies a BBQ restaurant so good, it’s worth the drive from New Orleans. For small town BBQ with big, bold flavors, this tiny little BBQ joint is just the ticket.
Address: 563 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443
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B&C Seafood Riverside Market & Cajun Restaurant/Facebook
For authentic Cajun cuisine, pop on over to Vacherie where you can feast like a king on fried alligator, boudin balls, smoked rabbit gumbo, and more.
Address: 2155 Highway 18, Vacherie, Louisiana 70090
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Giddy Up Folsom/Facebook
Right in the heart of Folsom, Giddy Up Folsom is a perfect spot to sit and relax and enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry or panini. The casual, rustic atmosphere makes this one of those places you could easily spend hours in.
Address: 82292 Highway 25, Folsom, Louisiana 70437
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Lori Simpson/Google
Glynn’s Drive-In is all about hearty food in a no-frills atmosphere. Specializing in po’boys and burgers, you can’t go wrong with a visit to this timeless eatery.
Address: 945 Ave F, Bogalusa, LA 70427
Hill Top Inn Restaurant/Facebook
Established in 2003, Hill Top Inn is a family owned and operated restaurant in Maurepas that features a menu full of Cajun and Creole specialities as well as mouthwateringly good steaks and pasta dishes.
Address: 13048 Hilltop Road, Maurepas, Louisiana 70449
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June M./Trip Advisor
Driving down River Road, you might not even give this place a second glance but don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you—this place is packing quite the punch when it comes to good old fashioned southern food. Burgers, seafood platters, and po’boys that are overflowing are just a few of the items you’ll find here.
Address: 11698 River Road, Saint Rose, LA 70087
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Truck Farm Tavern/Facebook
Another gem tucked away on River Road in Saint Rose, Truck Farm Tavern is certainly worth a road trip from New Orleans. For comfort food in a down to earth atmosphere, no one does it better.
Address: 11760 River Road, Saint Rose, LA 70087
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