Shreveport blends Texas, Louisiana, and Deep South influences, and its newer restaurants reflect that mix.
Beyond old‑school diners and casinos, you’ll now find bistros, taquerias, and bars with serious kitchens. These relatively recent or newly buzzed‑about spots are worth a closer look.
1. Parish Taceaux
Parish Taceaux, in downtown Shreveport, is a colorful, modern taqueria and bar that brings a fresh, urban feel to the area.
The space is lively and art‑filled, making it a popular choice for casual dinners and drinks.
The menu takes a creative approach to tacos, nachos, and shareable snacks, blending Tex‑Mex, Southern, and global flavors.
Expect inventive fillings, house salsas, and vegetarian options alongside more traditional choices. Margaritas and craft cocktails help make it as much a bar destination as a restaurant.
2. Wine Country Bistro
Wine Country Bistro has the vibe of a neighborhood wine bar crossed with a polished Southern bistro.
The décor is warm and inviting, with a bar that encourages lingering and a dining room that works equally well for dates and celebrations.
The menu focuses on New American and Southern‑inspired dishes: steaks, seafood, rich pastas, and seasonal small plates built around quality ingredients.
The wine list is a clear highlight, with a range of bottles and by‑the‑glass options that pair well with the kitchen’s richer, more indulgent flavors.
3. Orlandeaux’s Café (New Chapter of a Classic)
Orlandeaux’s builds on a long legacy of Shreveport Creole cooking, but its current incarnation feels newly energized.
The space is casual, comfortable, and focused on the food more than fuss. You’ll find gumbo, fried catfish, stuffed shrimp, po’boys, and other Louisiana staples executed with confidence and generosity.
It’s a place to experience the city’s culinary roots, but in a refreshed, current setting that still draws a loyal local crowd.
4. Marilynn’s Place
Marilynn’s Place sits at the crossroads of casual hangout and serious comfort‑food destination.
Housed in a converted gas station, it has a laid‑back, neighborhood feel and an emphasis on hearty, Louisiana‑meets‑Cajun dishes.
The menu features classics like étouffée, jambalaya, red beans and rice, and hefty po’boys, along with specials and brunch offerings on certain days.
It’s a great spot for a relaxed meal that still delivers big flavor.
5. Flying Heart Brewing & Pub (Bossier City Adjacent)
Just across the river in Bossier City, Flying Heart Brewing & Pub has become a key part of the greater Shreveport dining and drinking scene.
Set in a revitalized historic building, it combines a working brewery with a full kitchen. House‑brewed beers pair with pizzas, wings, sandwiches, and shareable appetizers, all designed to be easygoing and crowd‑pleasing.
The spacious patio and frequent events make it a popular choice when you want a casual, social night out.
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