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Anniversary Dinner Recs in Lafayette

Posted on 9/16/25 at 7:09 pm
Posted by cassopher
Lake Charles
Member since Jan 2010
796 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 7:09 pm
Wife and I will be celebrating 20th anniversary in Lafayette and we are wanting some suggestions on where to eat Friday night. I’m leaning towards Charlie G’s but I’m open to any other suggestions anyone might have.
Posted by TBoy@LSU
Member since Sep 2012
6070 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 7:13 pm to
Love Chuck G's. Ruffino's is nice as well.

And congratulations!
This post was edited on 9/16/25 at 7:14 pm
Posted by Kjnstkmn
Vermilion Parish
Member since Aug 2020
18752 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 7:48 pm to
Ruffinos is a great special occasion favorite for us as well. The last couple of years we did Marcelo’s and then Pamplonas Tapas for our anniversary’s and enjoyed them both.

Did Ruth Chris several years back and it was great also. Zia’s near Reds would be a good one as well.

For normal nights out we like to hit up Riverfront or Dupuy’s in Abbeville.

Congrats
This post was edited on 9/16/25 at 7:50 pm
Posted by RichJ
The Land of the CoonAss
Member since Nov 2016
5000 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 7:55 pm to
I’d suggest another spot 15min north of Lafayette, The Steamboat Warehouse in Washington. Good drinks, great appetizers & entrees, outstanding service…
Posted by zippyputt
Member since Jul 2005
6808 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 9:09 pm to
Never heard of the Steamboat Warehouse. Looks great. Thanks!
Posted by Stexas
SWLA
Member since May 2013
6832 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 9:47 pm to
We’ve been on a Marcelo’s kick lately. They deliver every time.
Posted by pussywillows
Member since Dec 2009
6436 posts
Posted on 9/16/25 at 10:18 pm to
just an fyi on the steamboat warehouse, they don't take reservations...be prepared to wait, because they are usually quite busy...
Posted by LSUlefty
Youngsville, LA
Member since Dec 2007
28208 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 5:35 am to
Pamplona is my favorite restaurant in town but can get a little loud sometimes. Marcellos would be a good choice.
Posted by Cosmo
glassman's guest house
Member since Oct 2003
129070 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 7:34 am to
Vestal
Posted by WillieD
Lafayette/BR
Member since Apr 2014
2984 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 7:47 am to
Love Vestal. I have a hard time conversing in there. Old man problems.
Posted by komodo
Lafayette
Member since Dec 2006
423 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 7:55 am to
Marcello best food, Charlie G best bar
Posted by REB BEER
Laffy Yet
Member since Dec 2010
17651 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 8:18 am to
quote:

We’ve been on a Marcelo’s kick lately.


Went a couple weeks ago for my bday. Service and food were excellent.
Posted by YOURADHERE
Member since Dec 2006
8418 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 9:01 am to
quote:

Vestal



This, get seating at the counter overlooking the kitchen. My wife and I love sitting there and watching the kitchen work and, this may sound stupid, is probably the quietest place to sit in the entire place.
Posted by 91TIGER
Lafayette
Member since Aug 2006
19250 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 9:37 am to
quote:

Zia’s near Reds would be a good one as well.


That place is way TOO loud. I would not go on an anniversary date there but that's just me.
Posted by Got Blaze
Youngsville
Member since Dec 2013
9838 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 9:42 am to
if you don't mind driving to Breaux Bridge (20 minutes) Cafe Sydnie Mae has a solid menu and great groceries. Been there a dozen times and never had a bad meal or service. The grilled pork loin is amazing. Tender, and you can cut it with a fork

Book your table online

Specials of the day
Posted by Crescent Connection
Lafayette/Nola
Member since Jun 2008
2306 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 10:10 am to
Vestal is the best meal in the city.
Posted by TDTOM
Member since Jan 2021
24491 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 12:01 pm to
Marcello's (braised pork cheeks w/ risotto)
Charley G's
Mazen (if you want fish)
I'monelli
Ahi Sushi
Poseiden

Posted by Dead Mike
Cell Block 4
Member since Mar 2010
3929 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 12:10 pm to
Jane’s French Cuisine
Posted by SOLA
There
Member since Mar 2014
3704 posts
Posted on 9/17/25 at 12:41 pm to
I'monelli and Marcello’s are always great
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