<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2Z9ZAg_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2Z9ZAg_0w9bmHs100" width="980" height="573" ><figcaption>Michael Dot Scott</figcaption></figure>It's often said that you'll find better food at gas stations in Acadiana and Louisiana than you'll find at other state's best restaurants.It's often said because, it's the truth.The gang over at <a href="https://www.lovefood.com/galleries/120676/americas-best-gas-station-restaurants?page=18">lovefood.com</a> has put together a list of "America's Best Gas Station Restaurants" and Louisiana has landed a whopping 7 spots on the list, more than any other state.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4JrQpy_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4JrQpy_0w9bmHs100" width="2048" height="1365" ><figcaption>Editha Schoeffler / Billeaud's Meat and Grocery</figcaption></figure><a href="https://www.lovefood.com/galleries/120676/americas-best-gas-station-restaurants?page=18">Lovefood.com</a> has recently compiled their list of "America's Best Gas Stations" and Louisiana has deservedly taken seven spots on the list.They put together their rankings "based on restaurant reviews, awards and accolades, and on the opinions of our well-traveled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective" according to <a href="https://www.lovefood.com/galleries/120676/americas-best-gas-station-restaurants?page=18">lovefood.com</a>.On the list, there are definitely a few surprises with the Louisiana gas station restaurants.Let's be honest, Louisiana could have taken 70% of the list just with places here in Acadiana.From <a href="https://www.lovefood.com/galleries/120676/americas-best-gas-station-restaurants?page=18">lovefood.com</a> -"If 'gas station food' conjures images of stale sandwiches and sad, plastic-wrapped snacks, these restaurants might come as a surprise. While America has plenty of gas stations serving the same old fare, there are some dishing out tasty and innovative cuisine.From tiny taquerias to fine dining restaurants, these are the best places across the USA to fill up while you fill up."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1R3P7j_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1R3P7j_0w9bmHs100" width="658" height="582" ><figcaption>billeaud's meat and grocery</figcaption></figure>In total, there are 40 gas station restaurants included in the list, which makes Louisiana landing 7 all the more impressive.Below are the 7 Louisiana gas station restaurants named on the list of "Best in America".Check out the full list over at <a href="https://www.lovefood.com/galleries/120676/americas-best-gas-station-restaurants?page=18">lovefood.com</a>.1. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BanhMiBoysSandwiches">Bahn Mi Boys</a> - 5001 Airline Drive Suite B, Metairie, Louisiana"With sandwiches this good, it’s hardly surprising that Banh Mi Boys boasts multiple locations.The spot is known for its Vietnamese-style sandwiches, with popular picks including the Korean fried chicken bánh mì and the juicy grilled pork bánh mì (not to mention the fresh shrimp and pork spring rolls)."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2yrV7C_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2yrV7C_0w9bmHs100" width="1312" height="780" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>2. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093856581380">Jewel's Quick Stop</a> - 406 E Jackson St, Oakdale, Louisiana"A taste of local Louisiana fare awaits at Jewel’s Quick Stop, a tiny store in small-town Oakdale. Daily specials include the likes of crawfish étouffée, shrimp Creole, and chicken fried steaks, plus home comforts like mashed potatoes, green beans, and white gravy."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0Lu9fL_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0Lu9fL_0w9bmHs100" width="1200" height="782" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>3. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FRENCH.MARKET.EXPRESS/">French Market Press</a> - 5109 University Pkwy , Natchitoches, Louisiana"Restaurant, bakery, café, convenience store… French Market Express, part of a services area with a gas station and several fast food restaurants, fulfills lots of roles.Most of all, though, this is the place to swing by for a Cajun-style Natchitoches meat pie – a snack that's a little like an empanada – filled with beef, pork, and spices."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3ubheL_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3ubheL_0w9bmHs100" width="1372" height="868" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>4. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShopALott">Shop-A-Lott</a> - Various locations around Louisiana"With three of its 14 locations featured on the official Louisiana Gas Station Eats culinary trail, eating at Shop-A-Lott is an experience you won’t want to miss. You’ll find mouth-watering Southern staples on the weekly lunch menu here – think chicken fried steak, gumbo, fried pork chops, and meatloaf with mashed potatoes."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=34jUUb_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=34jUUb_0w9bmHs100" width="1346" height="800" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>5. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/anacoco.mercantile1">Anacoco Mercantile Café</a> - 1678 Front St, Anacoco, Louisiana"Get one of the lunch specials, which change daily, and you could soon be tucking into chicken and sausage jambalaya, fried pork tenderloin, or a thick slice of meatloaf with creamy mashed potatoes and gravy."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2hly7y_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2hly7y_0w9bmHs100" width="1389" height="811" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>6. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/billeauds">Billeaud’s Grocery</a> - 111 E Main St, Broussard, Louisiana"Established in 1889, it’s best known for boudin, a Cajun sausage made with pork and rice, although the rotating plate lunches are popular, too."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1BJclm_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1BJclm_0w9bmHs100" width="1339" height="783" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure>7. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DannyClydesFoodGasStores">Danny &amp; Clyde’s</a> - 2201 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, Louisiana"Here, you can get your hands on a range of platters, many of which showcase delicious Gulf seafood, although the real stars of the show are the po' boys: perfectly crisp and chewy sub rolls overstuffed with fillings like fried shrimp, catfish, and hot sausage."<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3Nn5Bi_0w9bmHs100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3Nn5Bi_0w9bmHs100" width="1390" height="873" ><figcaption>Google Maps</figcaption></figure></div></body>

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Louisiana Lands 7 on ‘America’s Best Gas Station Restaurants’ List

It's often said that you'll find better food at gas stations in Acadiana and Louisiana than you'll find at other state's best restaurants. It's often said because, it's the truth. The gang over at lovefood.com has put together a list of \"America's Best Gas Station Restaurants\" and Louisiana has landed...

It's often said that you'll find better food at gas stations in Acadiana and Louisiana than you'll find at other state's best restaurants. It's often said because, it's the truth. The gang over at lovefood.com has put together a list of "America's Best Gas Station Restaurants" and Louisiana has landed...