Pierogies, empanadas, samosas… just about every part of the world has its own version, but here in Louisiana, they’re known as meat pies. Meat pies are an underrated but iconic part of Louisiana cuisine, and no one makes a better meat pie than Lasyone’s in Louisiana and for good reason – they basically put meat pies on the map! Gas up the car, because today we are headed to Natchitoches to check out Lasyone’s, a charming little restaurant with some of the best meat pies in the state.
There are a lot of reasons to love Natchitoches, and Lasyone’s is one of them.
Jerry Stone/Google Nestled in the heart of Natchitoches’ Historic District, Lasyone’s opened its doors in 1967 and quickly earned the approval of locals looking for a good meal without putting a dent in their wallet.
The charming little eatery is a no-frills, all-flavor type of joint.
Gene Carman/Google Come as you are and leave as one of the family.
Lasyone’s is known for their meat pies, and they’re an absolute must-try.
Mike Curtis/Google If you’ve never had one of these Cajun specialties, you’re in for a real treat.
James Lasyone began working on his meat pie recipe in the 1950s. After a few years, word quickly spread about how delicious these little meat pies were.
Jim Martin/Google It didn’t take long for word to get out, and Lasyone’s was thrust into the national spotlight, being featured in magazines, newspapers, and more.
In 2008, the crawfish pie was introduced, taking the traditional meat pie to new levels.
Don Doner/Google These little handheld pockets of deliciousness are filled with a crawfish stuffing that will make you fall in love at first bite.
While the meat pies are certainly big enough to make a meal of their own, you don’t want to pass up the opportunity to try the many different Cajun items on the menu.
Ricky Cope/Google Red beans and rice, gumbo, po’boys, and homestyle burgers are just a few of the items featured.
Lasyone’s is also open for breakfast.
Chris Meyer/Google Swap your usual breakfast sausage for a meat pie to jump start your day with a little Cajun twist.
Lasyone’s is open six days a week for breakfast and lunch.
Kelly Walker/Google Hours of operation:
Monday - Saturday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, be sure to check out the restaurant’s website and give it a follow on Facebook.
Jerry Stone/Google
Nestled in the heart of Natchitoches’ Historic District, Lasyone’s opened its doors in 1967 and quickly earned the approval of locals looking for a good meal without putting a dent in their wallet.
Gene Carman/Google
Come as you are and leave as one of the family.
Mike Curtis/Google
If you’ve never had one of these Cajun specialties, you’re in for a real treat.
Jim Martin/Google
It didn’t take long for word to get out, and Lasyone’s was thrust into the national spotlight, being featured in magazines, newspapers, and more.
Don Doner/Google
These little handheld pockets of deliciousness are filled with a crawfish stuffing that will make you fall in love at first bite.
Ricky Cope/Google
Red beans and rice, gumbo, po’boys, and homestyle burgers are just a few of the items featured.
Chris Meyer/Google
Swap your usual breakfast sausage for a meat pie to jump start your day with a little Cajun twist.
Kelly Walker/Google
Hours of operation:
Monday - Saturday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Have you ever had a meat pie from Lasyone’s? Let us know in the comments below!
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Address: Lasyone’s Meat Pie Restaurant, 622 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
