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HOME COOKING
A SCENIC BYWAY OF VINTAGE TOWNS PACKED WITH HOMESTYLE COOKING & DANCE HALLS

ACADIA PARISH

ROBERTS COVE GERMANFEST
Sausage, Bread, Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Sugar Cookies and German Beer ON TAP! Roberts Cove Germanfest is a unique and cultural event that
takes place in a small community whose roots are of German origin and is situated in the middle of “Cajun Country.” The two-day event pro-
vides activities for all ages. The central theme is expressed with native foods and drinks -- folklore demonstrations. While at the Germanfest take
time to tour the new German Heritage Museum. Admission Fee. Rayne, LA 70578. This event is held on Sat. & Sun. the 1st full weekend in October.
337-334-8354 | info@robertscovegermanfest.com | robertscovegermanfest.com

CANDYLAND COTTAGE & ICE CREAM SHOPPE
Acadia Parish’s premiere candy store! A friendly, old-fashioned candy store atmosphere is what you will find when you come in for a visit.
Sit down, take the old-fashioned surroundings with the antiques & history while you enjoy your treats. Featuring homemade, creamy fudge
(regular & sucrose free). Gourmet frozen and hot drinks (hot cocoa & steamers), banana splits, sundaes, malts, shakes, cinnamon roasted
nuts, hand-dipped “Blue Bell” ice cream, jelly bellies (regular & sucrose free), bulk and boxed candies, gift baskets, party platters, and gift
certificates. A wonderland for parties and meetings. Hours: Mon.-Thu. 10am-9pm., Fri.-Sat. 10am-10pm., Sun. 12 noon-9pm.
Rayne, LA 70578 | 337-334-7210

MIKEY’S SEAFOOD & SPECIALTY MEATS
FAMOUS Mouth Watering “Chicken Cracklins”, Boudin, Big Juicy Burgers, Daily Plate Lunches & Seasoned Meats and much more.
There’s a Drive Thru for easy pick up. Very clean and friendly atmosphere. Estherwood, LA 70534 | 337-514-1844

SUNNY’S FRIED CHICKEN
Specializing in fried chicken, fried shrimp, poboys, and plate lunches. Sunny’s opened back in 1972 and they have their own recipe!
Church Point, LA 70525 | 337-684-5051

FEZZO’S SEAFOOD, STEAKHOUSE & OYSTER BAR
Serving “down home” lunch specials, specializing in flame grilled marinated steaks and only the finest seafood. All in a family dining
atmosphere. Boiled Crawfish in season, Poboys, salads and pasta dishes. Rich in Cajun tradition. Buses welcome with reservations.
Mon - Thu 11am - 9pm., Fri - Sat 11am - 9:30pm., Sun 11am - 2pm. On and off premise catering. Crowley, LA 70526 | 337-783-5515

C’EST BON RESTAURANT
Serving Cajun plate lunches daily. Seafood dinners and short orders also available. Specializing in boiled crawfish, boiled crabs, and
boiled shrimp. (Only available in season.) Our dress is casual. No reservations needed. We have reasonable prices. Mon - Tues. 5:30am -
2:30pm Wed-Fri , Sat. 8am - 9pm. MC/V. Mermentau, LA 70556 | 337-824-5015

Acadia Parish Tourist Commission | 877-783-2109 | AcadiaTourism.org

AVOYELLES PARISH

DOWN HERE, THIS IS HOW WE PLAY!
Allons aux Avoyelles! Come to learn about the culture of the Tunica Biloxi Indians, The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe is a successor to the historic Tunica,
Biloxi, Ofo and Avoyel tribes. The component tribes were allied in the 18th century and became amalgamated into one of the 19th century
through common interests and outside pressures from non-Indian cultures. The Tunica and Biloxi people settled on their current lands near
the strategic trade route of the Red River after 1779. The reservations located just sough of Marksville in east-central Louisiana. Tribal lands
comprise approximately 1,717 acres of Trust and Free property in Avoyelles and Rapides Parishes. The Tunica Biloxi Tribe of LA owns Paragon
Casino Resort, on the reservation in Avoyelles is the TB Cultural and Educational Resources Center where you can visually see their culture
preserved; a nature trail is adjacent to the RV Park and Tamahka Trail Golf Course.

PIES AND CUPCAKES AT GRIFFINS ANTIQUES
Come for pie, leave with and original piece of art, a hand crafted soap or a to-die-for piece of jewelry. Griffins Antiques & Main St. Market
offers a fun and unique shopping experience. A great variety of all things beautiful, old and new showcasing local talent in all forms. Located
on Main Street in Bunkie. There is a 50s styled ice cream/soda counter with homemade pies, cupcakes, and sandwiches. Dozens of booths
with one-of-a-kind items are reasonably priced in a historic building now refurbished and new life. Weekly art classes are hosted here as well.

Avoyelles Commission of Tourism | 800-833-4195 | TravelAvoyelles.com
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