This place is so delicious! The hubs spotted it on Yelp and immediately fell, hard for Calla. Do much so, we visited twice in one week. Christiano was a fantastic server and took great care of us. The menu is innovative and the flavors are on point. The steak frites and fried oysters are great, the sea bass and beef shank specials were literally to die for. And I would be remiss, if I didn't give a major shout out to the greatness that resides in both the beef and chopped salads. They're incredible. The cocktails are crafty and well made to boot. The brownie in a cup dessert was my personal favorite, but the nutty cheesecake is surprisingly light and delicious also. All in all, Calla's got it all going on and you can't miss it. Cheers! read more

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Went here on a business dinner with some colleagues and everything was fantastic. It was several years ago but I remember it like it was yesterday. I had this strawberry ganache and it was plated beautifully. This dessert was so gorgeous that I didn't even want to eat it but I definitely did. I remember the chef coming over to our table and introducing himself and thanking us for the compliments. I haven't been back since and I'm not really sure why but it may be because this restaurant is crazy expensive! A burger costs about $22! But the vibe, the food, and the employees made it all worthwhile. I'm leaving a picture of that mesmerizing ganache for all to see! read more

Calla - Beautifully-played ganache - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

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Compliments to the Chefs, your food is just so consistently good. So much attention to detail and their craft. Looks fantastic, tastes even better. read more

Calla - Best Chicken Sandwich of my life. Your chefs are the best in Lake Charles.. - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

Brunch day!!! Appetizer and meal are amazing delicious; The staff on point. Shout out to my guy "Christiano" Family friendly and the drinks are on point. read more

Calla - Pineapple martini and MaCallan 15. - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

Finally made it back to try dinner menu. Everything was great. Bone marrow tartare was outstanding! What a fantastic way to pair marrow. So good hope they keep that on their menu. Had the iberico pork and it was also delicious. Bone was bigger than the meat but still plenty. Tried the oysters which were fried crispy and the onions and jalepenp were great mix. The truffle pasta dish was great. The burger was so good would like to have a fully loaded one. Just everything we ordered was great. Look forward to coming back read more

Calla - Bone was bigger than the meat but still plenty. - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

One of the best lake Charles has to offer. I come in town often for work and it's a great place to take clients. The atmosphere is fantastic, the food is incredible. Top recommendations are the crab cake beignets, and short ribs! This place is all around amazing. Good work! read more

In town for second night and in search of a new place I used YELP. Calla came up with interesting reviews so off to Calla we went. The restaurant is on the second floor of a small French revival styled building in a mixed residential /commercial subdivision. Needless to say it's an attractive community, clean and nicely landscaped with other businesses worth trying Once we arrived by elevator to the second floor we chose outdoor eating. In door looked comfortable but the outdoor is great. The screened in porch keeps away bugs, it's heated with fans also and has soft theme lighting Our server Camille took good care of us. Calla has an excellent lineup of custom cocktails but I went with wine We started with the wedge salad, a nice portion of a head of iceberg lettuce with cherry tomatos, pickled red onion and instead of bacon they do thick cut pork lardons The pickled onions and lardons were a great twist on a wedge salad and the blue cheese dressing had the proper punch to it - definitely homemade. We also had the assortment of house breads a piece of foccaccia , olive rosemary and sourdough with two custom butters . The bread was good but note although it's custom it's not alot and it's considered an appetizer so your gonna pay for it where other restaurants may offer it complimentary For entrees we had the fish of the day, redfish with crab meat and an herb sauce - I thought this was excellent my guest would have preferred it less dressed to appreciate the fish more : tomato/potato to each their own I went with a handheld - the crispy chicken. Sandwich with honey Sriracha sauce, picked red onions, pickles, bacon strips and a sub on the side ...macaroni and cheese instead of fries. DANG. . One of the more memorable sandwiches I've had. Chicken breast was juicy and perfectly fried crispy- piping hot. Sriracha and pickled onions had that sweet and sour punch - this Sandwich size was the FULL PORTION. Mac and cheese side was SO savory. Hot and just cooked to order it too came with lardons - high end custom Mac and cheese for sure Great restaurant with little to pick on I would definitely visit again read more

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Lovely find. It was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. Christiano took amazing care of us, even anticipated things we needed before we even asked. Hubby had the stuffed quail and I had the mushroom truffle pasta, sharing the seasonal vegetables topped with Barrera, amazing!!! Such a friendly and welcoming space. read more

Calla - Calla old fashion and greetings from holly beach beer/parish brewing - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

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I suggest making reservations. Food and service were excellent. Bar service was also very good. I had filet and it was cooked to perfection. Hubby had red fish and was also excellent. read more

Calla - Filet with carrots and potatoes. - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

Literally so good!! Pics & food were awesome! Went for our friends birthday and had a great time! The food was really big portions also! My friend and I got the loaded fries and chicken sandwich. We split and still had left overs! We sat outside and the weather was beautiful! Our waiter was very attentive and checked on us constantly! She also made great recommendations which made our experience even better. We also got drinks (not pictured). I'm pretty sure it was called the Lavender Vanilla Mimosa. I could drink 10 of them they were so good! Not super strong but just right! We also got another drink (purple color, I forgot the name) it was delicious but the Lavender Vanilla Mimosa was better!!!! read more

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Heard about Calla through a popular Reddit thread for Lake Charles. We enjoyed our first drink, the Cucumber Martini. Would not recommend the blue crab beignets- lacked flavor. Redfish entree was super small for the $$. Mushroom pasta and Cheesecake off menu was great! Overall 6/10. read more

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Just went for brunch and ordered orange juice for my toddler. We were brought a half full plastic cup of juice. She drank the half full cup in 10 minutes and we asked for more. Same thing, brought a half full plastic cup. We got the ticket and were charged $4.50 PER CUP. Must've been freshly squeezed, right? Nope! Tropicana! Bye Calla! Talk about robbery. read more

Every time I come to visit my son. We like to treat him to a nice dinner. Especially after his long deployment. This time I was disappointed, my husband wanted bread and they were out of bread. My son wanted cheesecake and they were out of it as well. How can you be out of bread and dessert on a Saturday night at 6pm? We were not disappointed with the entrees and side orders. They were delicious. This was the first time being my husband. He was saddened that there was not bread. It is one of Son's favorite place to eat on special occasions with his wife. Hopefully the main chief will be able to gauge the about of bread and dessert they make for the day to last them thought the night. read more

My time at Calla wasn't as impressive as I hoped. We aimed for a light lunch, ordering a stuffed quail, two appetizers, and a dessert for our group of four. The quail turned out very rare, and when I asked, the waitress said that's how it's meant to be, which was a letdown since I've had quail cooked differently before. The appetizers, especially the crab beignets, were the highlights--they were really good. The dessert, brownies, was so messy in plating but came in a big portion. One great thing was the friendly staff, and the place looked clean and well-kept. read more

Calla - Smoke duck - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

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Great food, great location,,,, terribly LOUD! Will have to think twice about coming back.

Service: nice staff. Drinks, appetizers and entrees delivered at a good pace. Drinks: we tired several and all were well prepared. Food: Crab and charcuterie tray were fresh and tasty. Short ribs were quite good. Special was blackened redfish topped with crawfish etouffé, which was lukewarm and lacked character. It was made with corn starch in lieu of roux and was a bit tired. Maybe you should stay with SWLA tradition like Don Link and use mama's recipe. I would not order anything with etouffé here. Good enough for one more meal just to verify Cajun authenticity. Try harder, chef. read more

I recently got the special, which was paparadelle with lobster claws and shrimp in a cioppino broth. I was very disappointed given the price tag and the reputation this restaurant has. The shrimp was overcooked so that it became mushy, the lobster was surprisingly dry, and it was on a broth (cioppino is usually vibrant and thinner) that was pale and had the texture of a cheese sauce. The appetizers (blue crab beignets and bbq shrimp) were better. Service was very good, as was ambiance. read more

Calla is a small, elegant restaurant on the second floor of a building. It is clean and more on the high-end of casual dining. The front desk and servers were polite and helpful with menu suggestions. Although there aren't a lot of menu options, the couple of items we ordered did taste good! A couple of us got an off-the menu item which was the Seafood gumbo that had lump crab, tender venison, a piece of duck, and a piece of sausage. The roux was very rich and flavorful! This spot is a little on the pricier side, but I do recommend. My dish was about $25 for a bowl. read more

Calla - Seafood gumbo with small scoop of white rice. Consists of: lump crab, tender venison, a piece of sausage, and a piece of duck - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

We stumbled upon this place and I'm so glad we did! The ambiance is amazing if you like that intimate upscale but country living vibe. The music is amazing and definitely helps to set the tone. Our server was extremely patient and explained the concept of the restaurant as well as other local vendors that they partner with. It felt good to eat and support a home grown business! The food was fresh and light! The steak was seasoned well and an extremely tender. The fish was also! We even opted to try dessert. I just wish the hot was a little hotter temperature wise, other than that this was a great visit. read more

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Food was good. Crab beignets were the best thing we tried. Parking was easy and not a big crowd. My pasta may have been a little overcooked but not bad. I would return if in Lake Charles read more

Stopped in here for a late lunch on a Wednesday. I had the Mushroom & Truffle Pasta. The scallops were perfectly cooked, the ingredients were balanced and the sauce and flavors were delicious. I will definitely go back and I can't wait to try more things on the menu. read more

Calla - Mushroom & Truffle Pasta - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

The food here was amazing! Staff were friendly and kept our glasses full. Would definitely recommend!

We have been wanting to try Calla for awhile so glad we finally got to experience it. My husband got their burger (boring, I know) but he said he liked it. Their pasta was so delicious and love how they let me make changes to it. Did not enjoy their brownie. It was so dry and it seemed like they add ice cream to mask the dry brownie and it did not work. Hated how the presentation was nice but the taste was awful. Their hummus board was underwhelming. I'm sure the veggies are suppose to be cold but there was no flavor. Just a couple of grill marks to show it was cooked. I wish they had the option to just order the flatbread and hummus at a lower price because the veggies were not good . Loved our service, aperol spritz was great, we will be returning. read more

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I wish I had a different review because we love bistro 121. Gave it a couple chances and it was terrible each time. Why did the hummus taste like A1 steak sauce? read more

I dined here for the first time today and it was fantastic! I ordered the Pasta Carbonara + Chicken. It was delicious. I sat at the bar, as per usual when dining is available at any bar. The menu is diverse and offers something for any palate. The service was excellent. I had multiple people check on me and make sure everything was great and that I didn't need anything. This is an elegant yet not "stuffy" restaurant and bar. Very relaxing yet also upscale. I'll definitely be back. read more

Have been here multiple times and always reliably good food. Drinks were also good. Service is great and love the quiet dark feel. They have outdoor seating for overflow also. read more

Whenever I'm in Lake Charles, I'll be at Calla! It's a great place, away from the casinos and the hustle and bustle of the freeway traffic. I discovered this jewel a few years ago, and I've been in love ever since! On our last visit, we had the loaded fries, the halibut, and the short ribs. No complaints here. Well, one thing that would have made it all better: white rice with the etouffee. Regardless, everything was as promised and delivered with a smile. The server even made a special stomach-repair drink for my beau. I had the cocktail called the Doctor's Order, and I've been right ever since The restaurant itself is very cozy. There are booths, small tables, and a quaint bar, whatever suits you. Be sure to reserve your spot on Spot On on busy days. read more

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It was for my son's birthday party, they allowed us to bring a cake. The food, service and ambiance was amazing

Everything we had was amazing! I wish I could eat here everyday! The Mac and cheese is the best I've had

5/5 Food Ambiance Service This place is amazing. I haven't ventured out in Lake Charles in a long time. This place is a gem. Everything we had was worth every bite. The waiter was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. We sat outdoors and got to experience this ambiance. Very serene. We also had the calla burger and short ribs. All delicious. read more

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First time going for dinner and we had a great experience. Started with the Brussel sprouts & they were phenomenal! For our meal, my husband and I both got a burger & fries and it was also amazing! Thin burgers which we like. Lots of flavor. The margaritas were also really good and strong! Can't wait to go back! read more

We stopped by Calla's for an evening meal. The ambience was warm and relaxing. It was the perfect way to end a busy week. Scott, our waiter, was such a gracious host. He was attentive to our needs and offered some great suggestions. I had an Aperol Spritz while enjoying the Blue Crab beignets. For dinner, the veal scallopini was a tender savory treat, but the star of the show were the brussell sprouts. Overall, a meal and experience to remember. read more

Fantastic food. Dude named Brandon took great care of me. Would recommend it to anybody in the area

I absolutely love this place! It's always my go-to dining experience when visiting. Never a disappointment. Their hours are currently adjusted and suggest calling ahead for reservations. Amazing food and service alike! read more

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I went there for my birthday lunch on Saturday with my dad. I was excited to try the restaurant as I recently moved back into town and heard good things. There was limited communication between serving staff, management, and kitchen staff it seemed. There was a redfish with étouffée dish that had ran out but was not communicated to the server. They had offered to make something else for me, but we had already waited for about 45 minutes or so due to short staff and another party they had. Also, FYI, hardly any of the items shown here in the out photos are actually on the menu. So don't expect a lot of these yummy, variety items to be on the menu currently. There were multiple things I wanted to try that they did not have on the menu. I left without my birthday lunch. There are worse problems, I do know this. It's just unfortunate. I had a lot of hope in this place. Maybe I will try a brunch Sunday and give it a go. just definitely no bells and whistle's unfortunately in my opinion. read more

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Great food! Great service! Great atmosphere- definitely worth it and highly recommend this place.

Lake Charles is SO lucky to have this amazing chef! The restaurant is beautiful, the staff are amazing, and the chef is phenomenal! read more

Calla - New American Near Me - Lake Charles, Louisiana

Brunch before leaving Lake Charles, Shrimp and Grits, Burger, and Baked Mac N Cheese. read more

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It was a suggestion based on a friends recommendation, ambiance was great , sat on the porch , food options were excellent, service was friendly but very slow - maybe understaffed (?) Overall a great experience! read more

If you like salty food, this is your place. Got the steak and fries and both were heavily salted. Waitress was also too talkative and while she assured us she was not I'll, she did admit to waking up with no voice. Nice drink menu and aside from the over abundance of salt the food was nicely presented and cooked properly. A bit pricey for lunch. $23 for 5 shrimp and $39 for hanger steak and fries. read more