Guidebook for Lake Charles
Food scene
Restaurant Calla
1400 Market StGreat food and great people! Small yet classy!
Located in the heart of downtown Lake Charles, 1910 Restaurant & Wine Bar offers fine cuisine in a relaxed upscale atmosphere. Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Sunday Brunch.
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1910
949 Ryan StLocated in the heart of downtown Lake Charles, 1910 Restaurant & Wine Bar offers fine cuisine in a relaxed upscale atmosphere. Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Sunday Brunch.
Located in downtown Lake Charles, LA, we have been serving up premium dogs and burgers since 2013. We use high quality ingredients and creativity to offer you a unique dining experience. We have 35+ different toppings to choose from on our menu, offering virtually an unlimited number of combinations. Or pick one of our signature creations.
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Botsky's
104 W Pujo StLocated in downtown Lake Charles, LA, we have been serving up premium dogs and burgers since 2013. We use high quality ingredients and creativity to offer you a unique dining experience. We have 35+ different toppings to choose from on our menu, offering virtually an unlimited number of combinations. Or pick one of our signature creations.
Must visit in Lake Charles. Have the famous Darrel’s special!
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Darrell's
119 W College StMust visit in Lake Charles. Have the famous Darrel’s special!
Elegant dining space serving elevated meat & seafood entrees with French and Middle Eastern accents.
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Mazen's
217 W College StElegant dining space serving elevated meat & seafood entrees with French and Middle Eastern accents.
Must stop in for the best local cajun cuisine and seafood!
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Steamboat Bill's on the Lake
1004 N Lakeshore DrMust stop in for the best local cajun cuisine and seafood!
BeauxDine's
3013 Ryan StreetCeltic-themed pub serving Irish & American comfort fare, plus many beers, trivia & live music.
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MacFarlane's Celtic Pub
417 Ann StCeltic-themed pub serving Irish & American comfort fare, plus many beers, trivia & live music.
Easygoing bar & eatery furnishes California-accented Louisiana eats & hosts frequent live music.
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Luna Bar & Grill
719 Ryan StEasygoing bar & eatery furnishes California-accented Louisiana eats & hosts frequent live music.
Great Local Coffee House Downtown!
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Stellar Beans Coffee House Cafe
319 Broad StGreat Local Coffee House Downtown!
The Bekery
2040 W 11th StMust have for sweets and treats!
Amazing Italian food with a French twist in the heart of downtown Lake Charles
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The Villa
324 Pujo StAmazing Italian food with a French twist in the heart of downtown Lake Charles
Check out this locally brewery with some awesome food and dining options!
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Crying Eagle Brewing Company
1165 E McNeese StCheck out this locally brewery with some awesome food and dining options!
Funky setting for microbrewery beers & modern pub fare, plus TV sports, theme nights & live music.
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Rikenjaks Brewing Company
3716 Ryan StFunky setting for microbrewery beers & modern pub fare, plus TV sports, theme nights & live music.
"Cocktails, food, atmosphere, service, location, and availability are all highlights we hope to become known for," Chef and Owner Andrew Green.
fire & oak
5656 Nelson Road"Cocktails, food, atmosphere, service, location, and availability are all highlights we hope to become known for," Chef and Owner Andrew Green.
Sightseeing
Great and safe lake front atmosphere. Usually has small events happening on weekends if looking for a little extra to do
Bord Du Lac Park
Great and safe lake front atmosphere. Usually has small events happening on weekends if looking for a little extra to do
29-acre lakeside park offering a boat launch, picnic tables & a children's water park & play area.
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Prien Lake Park
3700 W Prien Lake Rd29-acre lakeside park offering a boat launch, picnic tables & a children's water park & play area.
The historic City Hall arts and culture center as they owned and operated under the direction of the culture affairs department
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1911 Historic City Hall
1001 Ryan StThe historic City Hall arts and culture center as they owned and operated under the direction of the culture affairs department
Get the most out of the area with the help of the area - Kick off your Creole Nature Trail journey at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point—a free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture
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Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point
2740 Ruth StGet the most out of the area with the help of the area - Kick off your Creole Nature Trail journey at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point—a free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture
History museum, depicting history of Lake Charles and area
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Imperial Calcasieu Museum
204 W Sallier St
History museum, depicting history of Lake Charles and area
Nestled on the west side of Calcasieu Parish, just outside of Sulphur city limits, you will find the areas best way to escape the Louisiana summer heat!
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SPAR Waterpark - Sulphur Parks and Recreation
933 W Parish RdNestled on the west side of Calcasieu Parish, just outside of Sulphur city limits, you will find the areas best way to escape the Louisiana summer heat!
Gaming
Great Louisiana casino!
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
777 Ave L'AubergeLas Vegas atmosphere in our backyard!
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Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
2550 Golden Nugget BlvdLas Vegas atmosphere in our backyard!
Religion
The Church of the Good Shepherd is an historic Episcopal church building located at 715 Kirkman Street in Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States. Designed by noted Dallas architect C.W. Bulger in the Gothic Revival style of architecture, it was built of stone in 1896
Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
715 Kirkman StThe Church of the Good Shepherd is an historic Episcopal church building located at 715 Kirkman Street in Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States. Designed by noted Dallas architect C.W. Bulger in the Gothic Revival style of architecture, it was built of stone in 1896
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Catholic cathedral located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States. It is the seat of the Diocese of Lake Charles. Immaculate Conception Parish was established in 1869, and it became a cathedral in 1980
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
935 Bilbo StThe Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Catholic cathedral located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States. It is the seat of the Diocese of Lake Charles. Immaculate Conception Parish was established in 1869, and it became a cathedral in 1980
Trinity Baptist Church
1800 Country Club RdEnjoy Biblical sermons, Godly atmosphere and very friendly people
University
McNeese State University
4205 Ryan StMcNeese State University - Go Cowboys!
SOWELA Technical Community College
3820 Sen J Bennett Johnston AveSowela Tech
Amacebiso ngesixeko
Ukuhamba-hamba
Best way to get around town!
Lake Charles is easy to get around if you have private transportation and the city doesn’t charge for parking anywhere. If not comfortable grab a Lyft or Uber