We've got some amazing local restaurants around Acadiana.

From Lafayette to New Iberia, Crowley to Breaux Bridge, mouth-watering local restaurants are everywhere you turn.

Some of our local restaurants are so good that they routinely gain national attention.

One of the latest local restaurants making waves around the Country is Broussard, Louisiana's very own Poor Boy's Riverside Inn.

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Poor Boy's Riverside Inn, Broussard, Louisiana

Poor Boy’s Riverside Inn located in Broussard, Louisiana has a long history and is celebrated for its authentic Cajun cuisine and warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

Originally, Poor Boy's Riverside Inn was established in 1932 by Hulo Landry in New Iberia and later moved to its current location at 240 Tubing Rd in Broussard.

From its beginning, the restaurant has been family-owned and operated, with generations of the Landry-Hurst family continuing Poor Boy's Riverside Inn's legacy.

On the menu, you'll find seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee, stuffed shrimp and crab, fried seafood platters, and much more including their famous bread pudding.

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America's Best Restaurants

Often called "The Oscars of the Food World" America's Best Restaurants is a concept that highlights some of the top restaurants across the United States.

According to lovefood.com, there are four key criteria that need to be met in order to be considered for the title of "America's Best Restaurants".

"To be recognized as one of America's best, restaurants typically excel in areas such as:

Food Quality: High-quality, flavorful dishes that stand out for their preparation or creativity.

Service: Exceptional customer service that enhances the dining experience.

Ambiance: A memorable setting or unique concept that sets the restaurant apart.

Community Engagement: Many top restaurants are deeply rooted in their communities, supporting local farmers, artisans, and events."

 

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When America's Best Restaurants took a look at Poor Boy's Riverside Inn, they saw this local gem checked all of those boxes, and then some.

The crew from America's Best Restaurants was actually in town yesterday (1/15/25) to film the upcoming episode according to KADN.com.

As of now, there's no word on when the episode will air, but you can keep checking the America's Best Restaurants Roadshow YouTube channel.

Read more at KADN.com.

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