Mercy Kitchen
Mercy Kitchen offers a fun, hip, and playful atmosphere for enjoying drinks with the girls or celebrating any good news. Their cocktails are just as fun and playful. Visit them at 1312 Verot School Rd, Lafayette, LA 70508
CENTRAL Pizza and Bar
CENTRAL Pizza is the spot for filling appetizers, a seasonal drink menu, and your favorite classic cocktails. Visit them in Downtown Lafayette at 423 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, or in Broussard at 1581 S Bernard Rd, Broussard, LA 70518
Vestal Restaurant
The bar menu at Vestal takes inspiration from their open-fire kitchen. Many cocktails feature a smoky, charred, or rustic profile. This is their Reptilian Brain, made with electric green melon liqueur from Japanese muskmelons (Yubari region King melons). A luxury in Japan, these melons are cultivated using the "one fruit, one tree" method, ensuring each fruit is intensely flavored and nutritious. Visit them at 555 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Uncle T's Oyster Bar
The classic Bloody Mary can be customized in so many ways. Uncle T's Oyster Bar in Scott is no exception. They've put their own Cajun spin on the bloody, guaranteed to spice up your Saturday morning. They use local JT Meleck Louisiana rice vodka (gluten-free!) George's Old Bay Bloody mix, brighten it up with a bit of lime juice, and add some Cajun smoke.
Pamplona Tapas Bar
This quaint little Spanish-style bistro has an incredible bar scene. The ingredients are fresh and prepared on-site. While there are many delicious concoctions, from classic, herbal, sour, or tiki, the gin and tonic is the best in town. That's because Pamplona actually makes its own tonic. Order one up, and you’ll taste the difference. Ask the bartender about absinthe when you visit them, located at 631 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant
Located in an old Conoco gas station, Spoonbill was a 2020 James Beard Nominee for outstanding design. Sit outside under the fans for a great vibe and great drinks. Soak up summer with a craft cocktail or one of their specialty frozen drinks. Visit them at 900 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Pop’s Poboys
Pop's not only makes excellent po'boys, but top-notch drinks from their Jefferson Street restaurant. For extra-hot days, their frozen drinks are just what you need. Visit them at 740 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
LaFonda’s
This local hotspot has been a Lafayette tradition since 1957. The most loyal patrons even have their caricatures painted on the wall. The margaritas are small yet mighty. They are best enjoyed with a dash of their frozen signature sangria on top. Frozen margaritas and sangria are also available by the liter for takeout. Visit them located at 3809 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503
