Discover the Best New Brunch Spots in Southwest Louisiana
Updated October 19, 2018
Southwest Louisiana has a passion for brunch, proven by the thriving new spots in Downtown Lake Charles. These venues join established favorites like Luna’s Bar and Grill and Pujo St. Café.
For hearty appetites and variety, head to Blue Dog Café. Their Sunday Brunch Buffet (10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) features live music and dishes like made-to-order omelets, crab cake Benedict, Belgian waffles, smoked salmon bagels, corn and crab bisque, smoked gouda grits with pork grillades, crawfish enchiladas, prime rib with horseradish cream, baked ham, hot vegetables, a salad and fruit bar, kid-friendly options, and assorted desserts. Enjoy unlimited complimentary mimosas. Pricing: $22.95 adults; free for under 3, $7.95 for ages 3-6 (ages 7+ as adults).
They also offer Saturday lunch with live Zydeco music.
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp serves casual Sunday brunch (10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) in a vibrant setting with eclectic art, streaming music, and unique dishes. Favorites include shrimp and grits with sautéed veggies and Gambino’s French bread; Molletes (sausage or house boudin, refried beans, mozzarella on French bread with pico de gallo, potatoes, and onions); Bayou Benedict (boudin, eggs, gumbo over French bread); Chilaquiles (tortilla chips in verde salsa, eggs, parmesan, sour cream, beans, rice); and Boudin Biscuit (boudin, bacon on buttermilk biscuits with Steen’s cane syrup and potatoes). Owner Susan LaLonde raves, “They’re all good.” $5 Bloody Marys, $4 mimosas. Entrées: $8.50–$16.99.
Nina P's Cafe's Saturday Southern Brunch (10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.) features cinnamon beignets, shrimp and cheddar grits, and Bloody Marys.
For upscale vibes, try 1910 Sundays (10:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.). Chef Andrew Green elevates Southern classics like chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, cream cheese-stuffed French toast, and eggs Benedict. Cocktails include bacon-infused Breakfast Old Fashioned, Brandy Milk Punch, chicory Café au Lait, and Bloody Marys. Dine al fresco on pleasant days. Entrées: $10–$33.
Explore all local brunch spots at www.visitlakecharles.org/brunch.
