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Thanksgiving Dining Guide: Restaurants Open in Lake Charles, LA

Skip the holiday cooking this Thanksgiving! Whether you're a visitor or just need a break, these trusted Lake Charles-area spots offer convenient dining options. Pro Tip: Hours can change, so call ahead to confirm reservations and menus for a stress-free feast.

L’Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles

777 Avenue L’Auberge
Lake Charles, LA
(337) 395-7777

Restaurants Open:

  • Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill
  • Le Beaucoup Buffet
  • Ember Grille & Wine Bar
  • Asia
  • Favorites Southern Kitchen
  • Modern Pantry

Isle of Capri Casino

100 Westlake Avenue
Westlake, LA
(337) 430-2400

Restaurants Open:

  • Farmer’s Pick Buffet
  • Otis & Henry’s Bar & Grill
  • The Lone Wolf Express

Golden Nugget Casino

2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.
Lake Charles, LA
(337) 508-7777

Restaurants Open:

  • Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse
  • Blue Martini
  • Cadillac Beach Bar & Grille
  • Grotto
  • Landry’s Seafood House
  • Lillie’s Asian Cuisine
  • Saltgrass Steakhouse
  • The Country Club at Golden Nugget
  • Claim Jumper
  • Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar
  • The Buffet

Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel

2717 Delta Downs Dr.
Vinton, LA 70668
(337) 589-7441

Restaurants Open:

  • Food Court – 24 hours
  • The Triple Crown Buffet: 11 am – 9 pm
  • Rosewater Grill & Tavern: 5 pm – 10 pm

Pitt Grill

  • 606 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70601, (337) 564-6724 – Open 24 hrs.
  • 102 Benoit Ln., Sulphur, LA 70663, (337) 527-9448 – 6-10 pm

LA Star Chinese Buffet

2539 Ryan St.
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 602-6070

Maplewood Lyons Club

933 W. Parish Rd.
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 721-3040

  • Thanksgiving Dinner: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm

Waffle House

Four locations open 24 hours:

  • 804 N Lake Shore Dr, Lake Charles (337) 436-7676
  • 2621 S. Ruth St, Sulphur (337) 527-6641
  • 2488 S. Citie’s Service Hwy, Sulphur (337) 626-8111
  • 1803 Thorn Rd. (I-210 Exit 4 Nelson Rd.), Lake Charles (337) 842-5397

Denny’s

635 W. Prien Lake Rd.
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 564-6982

  • Open 24 hours

IHOP

2601 Admiral King St.
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 474-4644

Cracker Barrel

1100 Pintail St.
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 626-9500

Ryan’s

4051 Ryan Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 477-2107

  • 11 am – 6 pm
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