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A photo of The Spotted Horse Tavern & Dining Parlor - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel restaurant

1. The Spotted Horse Tavern & Dining Parlor - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel

4.3

Awesome(66)

$$$$

• American • Opelousas

Good food, cold beer, and a great atmosphere! The Spotted Horse offers an easy menu featuring tasty shareables, mouth-watering burgers, sizzling steaks, and delectable desserts! With bar and dining seating available, you can grab the perfect spot to catch the game or catch up with friends!

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2. Charley G's Seafood Grill

4.9

Exceptional(1438)

$$$$

• American • Lafayette

Booked 18 times today

Charley G's is a Lafayette favorite known for grilling aged beef & fresh Louisiana seafood over southern hardwoods. The food at Charley G's is driven by Southern inspiration and the menu changes seasonally with local seafood & produce. The casual yet upscale atmosphere has a bar area with live piano music 7 days a week. Charley G's also offers a wide assortment of specialty liquors, liqueurs & wines. Once a month Charley G's hosts a wine dinner that features wines from various regions and uniquely paired cuisine.

3. Vestal Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(900)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Lafayette

Booked 30 times today

Vestal, a live fire restaurant concept in the heart of downtown Lafayette. We provide a dining experience with a focus in providing excellent customer service, while creating a welcoming upbeat environment for people to gather and enjoy thoughtful, delicious food and beverage. At Vestal, we honor both tradition and innovation. We believe that food taste better when sourced from local vendors and artisans, is prepared by hand in house, and cooked over hot hard wood coals. We better serve our community by sourcing responsibly and implementing sustainable practices. Our bar program is built around flavor with little regard paid to name and branding of the spirit used. Please visit our website at www.vestalrestaurant.com for more details and to further explore our offerings and policies.

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4. Ruffino’s on the River

4.8

Exceptional(2146)

$$$$

• Steak • Lafayette

Booked 36 times today

Ruffino's on the River is a -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant and an experience in Food and Atmosphere like no others. Located in Lafayette, La. From the time you walk in and see the wood burning stove aflame, to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's faces, you will have goose bumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. The scenes of the gorgeous Vermilion River where our outdoor patio looks over is breath taking. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank baked Redfish or our mouth watering Prime cut Steaks, the menu is diversive for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this this ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. I where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate!

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5. Silks Clubhouse - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel

3.5

Very Good(34)

$$$$

• Cajun • Opelousas

Silks Clubhouse

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6. Marcello's of Lafayette

4.8

Exceptional(1339)

$$$$

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 30 times today

At Marcello's Wine Market Cafe we specialize in true Italian cooking. We use the freshest ingredients that reflect authentic Sicilian cuisine with a touch of Northern Italy. Shop our retail section to pair the perfect wine with your meal. You are certain to have the most unique dining experience in Lafayette.

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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Lafayette

4.8

Exceptional(1595)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Lafayette

Booked 24 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Lafayette, LA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

8. Cafe Sydnie Mae

5.0

Exceptional(1250)

$$$$

• Steak • Breaux Bridge

Booked 14 times today

Cafe Sydnie Mae is your destination for great food, drinks and entertainment with LIVE. local music. Follow us on Facebook for events as well as food and drink specials. Cafe Sydnie Mae, proudly supporting our beautiful community in the heart of Acadiana. Just a few minutes from Interstate 10!

9. Park Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(430)

$$$$

• American • Lafayette

Booked 16 times today

Park Bistro is in the Saint Streets area of Lafayette Louisiana and was founded by Chef Peter Cooke. Coming from New York City, Peter is excited to bring his elevated cuisine to the area. Park Bistro has indoor, outdoor and bar seating with a full beer, wine and cocktail program for you and your friends to enjoy.

10. Social Southern Table and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(936)

$$$$

• Southern • Lafayette

Booked 13 times today

Be real. Eat good. It is all about being true to who you are: sharing with friends and family and enjoying each other's company over a good meal. The ingredients are always fresh and that is the cornerstone of our farm-to-table approach. It's talking about dinner when you're having lunch. Have you got some positive energy to share? Or maybe your grandmother's recipe for cobbler? Leave here and create some more good in your world. We're all a part of it.

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Charley G's Seafood Grill$$$$• American• Lafayette
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AdenGold
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5.0
Dined on Oct 23, 2026
This is my second visit to Vestal and my second time noting this is the best restaurant experience in Lafayette. Our food was excellent. Our server -- Molly -- created an environment that made our dinner a standout experience!
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Vestal Restaurant$$$$• Contemporary American• Lafayette
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4.9
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Sarah
New York City •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 17, 2026
Great selection of food and drinks. Fun atmosphere for special occasion. Excellent service.
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Ruffino’s on the River$$$$• Steak• Lafayette
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4.8
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Chris
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 30, 2026
It was a great place for a family outing with two young teenage children. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
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Silks Clubhouse - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel$$$$• Cajun• Opelousas
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3.5
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Todd
Las Vegas •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 26, 2026
We got there early. Alarmingly slow when we arrived. The restaurant go busier while we were there. First thing we noticed it was clean. Then the food started coming out, I was prepared for disappointment. However, the food was excellent start to finish. The salads were fresh w excellent dressing. Fish and Shrimp clean and fried perfectly. The steak was perfectly cooked (it could have been seasoned a little more). Overall a very good experience. Service was excellent start to finish.
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The Spotted Horse Tavern & Dining Parlor - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel$$$$• American• Opelousas
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4.3

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1. The Spotted Horse Tavern & Dining Parlor - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel

2. Charley G's Seafood Grill

3. Vestal Restaurant

4. Ruffino’s on the River

5. Silks Clubhouse - Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel

6. Marcello's of Lafayette

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Lafayette

8. Cafe Sydnie Mae

9. Park Bistro

10. Social Southern Table and Bar

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