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Restaurant des Familles, Crown Point, LA

Restaurant des Familles

4.7
4.7
471 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cajun

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch

Bayou des Familles, a lazy waterway home to many alligators, turtles, egrets and other wildlife, takes center stage as our restaurant’s design provides its diners with a natural picture show. It’s in this unique setting where friends and family unite to experience southern Louisiana charm and culture in its finest form. It’s an experience not to be soon forgotten.

The 15-mile drive from downtown New Orleans will take you through the Jean Lafitte National Park. You’ll arrive at Restaurant des Familles and park under moss-filled century-old oak trees. The restaurant’s Acadian-style architecture provides a glimpse of bayou life that once was.

Our menu features authentic representations of Cajun and Creole favorites such as Crawfish Etouffée, Seafood & Okra Gumbo, Seafood Platters and Turtle Soup. Our signature dish, Alligator Stuffed Mushrooms with Alligator Sauce Piquant, will tempt even the most timid diner.

We look forward to your visit.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 689-7834
  • Website
    http://www.desfamilles.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    7163 Barataria Blvd, Crown Point, LA 70072
  • Neighborhood
    West Bank
  • Cross street
    Leo Kerner Lafitte Pkwy
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Brunch on the Bayou

    $49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience Brunch on the Bayou, every Sunday from 11-3pm. Sit along the lazy water way and enjoy brunch the way it's meant to be enjoyed; with good food and good people. 5 course menu includes options for appetizer, soup, salad, entree and dessert. Add bottomless mimosas or champagne for $18.
    Brunch on the Bayou Photo

  • Christmas Eve Brunch on the Bayou

    $59.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Join us for our annual Christmas Eve Brunch on the Bayou! $59/Person, tax and gratuity to be added. Iced Tea, Soft Drinks and Coffee included, $18 Bottomless Champagne /Mimosas 5 Course Menu includes options in Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Entrees and Desserts. We look forward to serving you!

Menu

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What 471 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Kid-friendly

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for scenic views

  • New Orleans

    Kid-friendly

  • New Orleans

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Restaurant des Familles is a beloved gem offering "delicious food" and "exceptional service" in a "beautiful bayou setting." Diners rave about the ambiance, with picturesque views and "friendly staff." Highlights include the pecan cobbler and unique alligator sightings. Although some report slow service, the overall experience and menu variety make it a must-visit.

471 Reviews

  1. Marsha

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My family and I arrived about 45 minutes early. They told us they would call us closer to our scheduled time which was fine. We were seated 20 minutes later. They had a nice 5 course set menu for the Thanksgiving day dinner with 2-3 options for appetizer,soup and salad, and 6 options for main dish and dessert. We had a reservation at 4pm which by that time of the day they were running out of certain items,and had to change a few of the ordered items. We understood and went with the flow. The server Was gracious and kind. The family loved the pecan cobbler! This was a nice place to have a Thanksgiving giving dinner.

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  2. Chance

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. We even got to see an alligator!!

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  3. Jeffrey

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose this spot for the view which was wonderful, but found the service and atmosphere were rivals to it. But none of these could hold a candle to the meal which were a marvel from appetizers to dessert. The Filet Mignon was seasoned and cooked to perfection. While my wife’s Redfish was paired wonderfully with an alligator sauce. I highly recommend them and plan to return.

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  4. Rebecca

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ashley was an excellent server who made our Thanksgiving dinner very special. She was timely and very attentive. All of the staff were friendly and courteous. The ambiance was great as usual, and seeing an alligator and all the wildlife was wonderful. We chose Restaurant des Familles because it is one of our favorite restaurants in the area and they did not disappoint in making our Thanksgiving meal memorable. We will be back soon as we have guests coming in from Michigan for New Year’s. We know they will love the atmosphere and the food that only Restaurant des Familles can provide!!!

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  5. Sara

    New Orleans

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious. Large portions. Servers were very nice and friendly. Charming setting.

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  6. ernest

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christi is awesome. I’ll always ask for her and I’ll be back every chance I get.

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  7. Roselle

    New Orleans

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed celebrating our anniversary. Lovely attentive service. Delicious food. Highly recommend.

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  8. Joseph

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time at Restaurant des Familes, I moved from California and I’ve been on a restaurant tour. As far as Westbank restaurants it’s one of the best I have eaten at.

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  9. LeeAnn

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brooke and her team never fail to deliver a top notch dining experience! Crabmeat au gratin, fried shrimp and fried catfish were all delicious! Pecan pie was superb and such a generous portion so I brought it home. Can’t wait to go back!

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  10. Shawn

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was ok! Could have been better. Scenery was amazing

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Restaurant des Familles is rated 4.7 stars by 471 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Restaurant des Familles

7163 Barataria Blvd, Crown Point, LA 70072

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Leo Kerner Lafitte Pkwy
  • Neighborhood
    West Bank
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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