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Smoked Old Fashion - Prejean's Restaurant, Lafayette, LA

Prejean's Restaurant

4.6
4.6
243 Reviews
$30 and under
Cajun
3480 NE Evangeline Trwy, Lafayette, LA 70507

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Charming
  • Kid-friendly
Prejean's Restaurant is a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Conveniently located on I49 North, just 2 miles north of I-10 in Lafayette, LA awaits Big Al, our 14-foot stuffed gator to welcome you to our warm, friendly, and casual atmosphere. Mouth watering Char-Grilled Oysters served up with a bowl of one of our Signature Gumbos or maybe a perfectly cooked juicy Steak are just some of our menu offerings that are sure to delight.

After 40 years of ownership under the Guilbeau Family, Prejean’s started a new chapter in November 2020! New owners Tim Metcalf, Greg Metcalf, & Ken Boudreaux bring a combined 75+ years of restaurant experience & a new attitude to the iconic Prejean’s Restaurant.

Our Mission is simple …
Buy the best food we can & cook it as Cajuns do.
Simply Cajun!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Mead
  • Catering
    Please Contact 337-896-3247 or email Reservations@Prejeans.com for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Two private rooms available. Poirier Room: Max of 45 guests, 20 person minimum before 3:00 PM and 30 person minimum after 3:00 PM, otherwise a room rental fee will apply. Three hour limit. Cypress Room is available for reserve Sunday through Thursday only and requires a minimum of 40 guests, and a maximum of 60. Reservations@Prejeans.com
  • Neighborhood
    Lafayette
  • Cross street
    Gloria Switch
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking available.
  • Public transit
    Taxi service available to all area hotels.
  • Entertainment
    Live traditional Cajun music every night from 7:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. The restaurant is virtually a living museum of local wildlife, often hiding in the rafters.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 243 people are saying

Prejean's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Best Value

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Great for brunch

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Kid-friendly

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Good for groups

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Hot spot

  • Lafayette

    Best Food

  • Lafayette

    Best Service

  • Lafayette

    Best Value

  • Lafayette

    Good for groups

  • Lafayette

    Hot spot

  • Lafayette

    Neighborhood gem

  • Lafayette

    Good for special occasions

  • Lafayette

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Prejean's Restaurant offers an exceptional Cajun dining experience with "great food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "delicious" menu, live music, and family-friendly atmosphere. Notable dishes include the gator bites, Bayou Waffle, and seafood gumbo. The attentive service and vibrant ambiance make it a must-visit in Lafayette, LA.

243 Reviews
  1. Kathy

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group had a great time! All of our food was excellent and our waiter was Great! We had not been in years since have moved out of state, and we were not disappointed!! The band was really good too. They played Beetles to Cajun French music. What a treat!!

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  2. Clare

    New Orleans4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the shrimp flatbread with chili drizzle. It was soaked in that drizzle. The bottom crust was soggy. The sauce was so overpowering that you couldn’t taste the rest of it. We were hungry and didn’t want to wait on more food so we ate it. My daughter had the crawfish nachos that she had to add salt and pepper to.

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  3. Judy

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything on the menu is delicious. I especially liked the gator bites.

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  4. Monica

    Baton Rouge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The waiter accommodated our request and closed the doors so that we could talk instead of only hear the live music. Perfect.

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  5. Justin

    Baton Rouge2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great, and food was excellent! Every time we go we never leave disappointed. This time we went for Sunday Brunch where we did eat off those menu items. I had the Bayou Waffle and was delicious and shared an appetizer of the Chicken Crack Crack. The zydeco music was a nice addition to the brunch vibe too and would go again.

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  6. Terry

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Great service. If you are local or traveling through Lafayette, LA and want to experience authentic Cajun food, go to Prejean's!

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  7. Marlene

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and extensive selection. Service was fast!

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  8. Steve

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food and the live music. Very family friendly atmosphere.

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  9. Merrill

    Baton Rouge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Table sitting that night was in an enclosed porch was not up the par with the rest of the restaurant, it looks like it’s an after thought to get more room for sitting , no atmosphere , and no music . the wall between that room and the bar should be open up to expose more of the restaurant setting, and the music can be hear. It’s to isolated in that area, if I have to sitting in that area again , I will leave !

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  10. Stephen VIP

    New Orleans4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was good Crab claws sautéed were really tough

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FAQs

Prejean's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (337) 896-3247.

Prejean's Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 243 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Prejean's Restaurant

3480 NE Evangeline Trwy, Lafayette, LA 70507

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gloria Switch
  • Neighborhood
    Lafayette
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 10:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking available.
  • Public transit
    Taxi service available to all area hotels.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Mead
  • Entertainment
    Live traditional Cajun music every night from 7:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. The restaurant is virtually a living museum of local wildlife, often hiding in the rafters.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please Contact 337-896-3247 or email Reservations@Prejeans.com for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Two private rooms available. Poirier Room: Max of 45 guests, 20 person minimum before 3:00 PM and 30 person minimum after 3:00 PM, otherwise a room rental fee will apply. Three hour limit. Cypress Room is available for reserve Sunday through Thursday only and requires a minimum of 40 guests, and a maximum of 60. Reservations@Prejeans.com
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