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Catch and Cook in Southwest Louisiana: Fresh Fish Prepared by Pro Chefs

Picture this: You and your friends enjoy a perfect day on the water, reeling in your limit. After snapping commemorative photos, what’s next? If cooking your catfish or other catch isn’t your thing, Louisiana’s Catch and Cook program has you covered.

Catch and Cook in Southwest Louisiana: Fresh Fish Prepared by Pro Chefs

This trusted program connects recreational anglers with local restaurants, letting you savor your fresh catch prepared by professional chefs. It enforces strict food sanitation and safety standards for peace of mind.

Two Southwest Louisiana restaurants are licensed for this service:

Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill

Chef Lyle Broussard at Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill in L’Auberge Casino Resort notes the program’s steady growth. He gets requests from locals and guests alike, often preparing redfish, speckled trout, and catfish. “The craziest? A Spanish mackerel,” he shares. Fishermen trust his team for memorable meals: “I haven’t heard of a bad experience yet.”

Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp

In downtown Lake Charles, Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp handles these requests a few times monthly, per manager Cody Ancelet. Choose from fish tacos, blackened fish, fried basket, grilled with veggies, or a combo—perfect for redfish and flounder.

After your next big fishing trip, relax and let the pros handle dinner!

Tips for the Catch and Cook program:

  • You must hold a valid fishing license.
  • Clean, filet, package in single servings, label with date, time, and your name; store in a clean, cooled container.
  • Contact the restaurant ahead to arrange.
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