Welcome to Creole Lunch House
At Creole Lunch House, nestled in the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana, we celebrate the rich culinary traditions of the Cajun and Creole heritage. Our story is one of warmth, flavor, and community—where every dish echoes the love of home-cooked meals. From our signature stuffed bread, bursting with savory meat and spicy jalapeños, to the comforting chicken fricassee, every bite is crafted with care. A visit here feels like sharing a meal with family, surrounded by friendly faces and the spirit of Southern hospitality. Join us for a hearty plate lunch, and discover the soul of Creole cooking in every delicious morsel!
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713 12th St, Lafayette, LA 70501 Hotline: (337) 232-9929
Welcome to the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana, where the flavors of the South come alive at Creole Lunch House. Nestled at 713 12th St, this charming establishment is a hidden gem that serves dishes steeped in Cajun and Creole tradition. Aiming to provide an authentic taste of home-cooked meals, Creole Lunch House brings warmth and flavor in every bite, all within a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
The menu is a celebration of Southern cuisine, offering a delightful array of plate lunches that promise to tantalize your taste buds. One of the standout selections is the mouthwatering red beans and sausage. This dish features creamy red beans seasoned with a medley of spices, accompanied by sliced smoked sausage, served on a fluffy bed of rice, and perfectly complemented by a warm cornbread muffin. It's like a hug on a plate, transporting you directly to your mama's kitchen.
- Creole Stuffed Bread: A must-try, this pillowy bread is filled with a savory blend of ground meat and cheese, spiced just right. The addition of jalapeño peppers brings the right amount of heat, making it a comforting yet exciting choice.
- Beef Stew: Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish features tender beef chunks immersed in a rich sauce, served with fluffy rice and seasonal vegetables. It's a hearty meal that conveys the essence of Southern hospitality.
- Chicken Fricassee: The chicken is simmered in a flavorful gravy, served over rice, and accompanied by seasonal vegetables. It's a classic comfort dish that embodies the love of home-cooked meals.
- Fried Pork Chop: Golden-brown and juicy, this pork chop is seasoned to perfection. Served with gravy and cornbread, it's a testament to comfort food done right.
The atmosphere matches the food—friendly and inviting, where you're likely to share a table with new friends who also appreciate the joy of home-cooked cuisine. As one satisfied customer noted, "this is a neat little spot with a casual atmosphere...", emphasizing the restaurant's charm and the genuine warmth of its service.
If you're traveling through Lafayette or simply seeking a satisfying meal, make sure to stop by Creole Lunch House. With its reasonably priced dishes and heaping portions, it's more than just a meal; it's a delicious journey that reconnects you with the flavors of home. As Elizabeth B. wonderfully expressed, "Don't overlook this one!"
So come on by and let Creole Lunch House serve you a plate full of Southern love. Your taste buds—and your belly—will thank you!
This is a neat little spot with a causal atmosphere. It has a simple lunch line with some Cajun staples - everything I tried was a wonderful representation of the local flavor. Food was served with a smile and you can tell they take pride in what they offer. Don't overlook this one!
Delicious and reasonably priced. Vegetables like mom used to cook. The stuffed bread was excellent.
Awesome red beans !!!!! Very friendly employees very clean restaurant Love the old house is is located at
Thai is the epitome of a hole in the wall restaurant. The pork chops was tasty and very well seasoned. The peas both sweet and black eyed were awesome. Now for the stuffed bread it was the best thing I ate on this entire trip. The mix of the flavors in the bread is exactly what I want when thinking creole this is the flavor.
You have to check this place out if you're ever in Lafayette, LA. They're only open during the week until I believe 2pm or so, but it's an absolute must if you're in the area. Their plate lunches are so reasonably priced and they give you a TON of food. This has become one of my favorite local hidden gems. On top of the amazing food (so far I've tried the red beans and the chicken fricasse), they're always so kind and are genuinely happy to see you pop in. The building is actually a little house, which is so fitting because it feels like you're walking into a friend's place for some amazing home cooked food. If you're ever in Lafayette during the week and need some lunch, come here! You will leave needing a food coma nap.
My sister introduced me to this secret(not so secret) gem. The stuffed breads are the big draw here but their plate lunches are wonderful too and they give you plenty to eat. If you walk away hungry, you left half your foodvuneaten. Creole House is southern home cooking at its best. The people are so friendly, if you've been away for awhile, they greet you like you've been missed while you were away. There isn't much sitting room and you may have to share a table with someone you don't know, but what a great way to make a new friend, over great food. You may have to look for it but once you've found it, you'll never forget. Finding it is WELL WORTH the effort
Great food and service, well worth the detour off I-10! Small inside, but everyone was friendly, and made room to eat. Food made from scratch, you can see the kitchen from inside!
This place is great. I'm so glad I don't live in Lafayette because I would go here EVERY day and it doesn't exactly fit my diet. I got the fried pork chop and my husband got the chicken fricasse
Just had lunch here!! The food and hospitality was amazing! We even got stuffed breads to go!! Thank You for a very filling meal and gracious experience!
This place was absolutely worth getting off IH10 on the drive home from New Orleans. We had the fried pork chop and the smothered pork chop and it was delicious. Spinach is tasty and a little spicy. You can get red beans and rice as a small side, just ask. The cornbread is also tasty. Servers were friendly and courteous. This place is a little piece of heaven on earth. Cafeteria style service. Also, they now take credit cards. Yay!