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Dwight's

4.3 (129 reviews)
Closed 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Best meatball stew anywhere.
Ryan S.

When you want to go to a real cajun restaurant it's hard to beat Dwight's and it's right in the middle of Lafayette. It's by far my favorite place to go for lunch. I almost always get the meatball stew. If you haven't been, please do yourself a favor.

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Ambe C.

It's The most wonderful Time of the Year! Crawfish Season!!! @dwightslafayette Pictured you see the "Raging Cajun" oysters. Hands down some of the best oysters I have ever had. It kinda had a pizza flavor to it with the cheese, bacon and jalapeno topping. Next the "Zydeco Ravioli" of the "Uncle Mark Special" which was 2lbs of crawfish and shrimp.

Crawfish Etouffee
Angie T.

Crawfish etouffee is a dish I rarely order in restaurants since I have a family recipe that's hard to beat. Don't believe me? Ask anyone who has ever tried mine. This changed on a recent visit to Dwight's. I was prepared to order something else but just looking at their etouffee, I knew I had to try it. I'm so glad I did. First, the portion is huge (see photo) AND it comes with two sides. I don't know exactly how they are making their etouffee here but it is just amazing. It's seasoned perfectly and full of crawfish. I didn't have to add hot sauce to the dish, and normally I do to spice it up. So happy to have found a place that's not afraid to use spices liberally! As for the sides, I got smothered cabbage which was a little too sweet for my liking and green beans which were cooked down and buttery. They also gave me a jalapeño corn bread biscuit which was delicious. Dwight's is the kind of place that has tables with holes in the middle for easy disposal of crawfish/shrimp/crab shells. Look out crawfish season! I'm coming back for you!

Pork Steak
Cajun K.

These folks offer the best plate lunch in town. The Sunday barbecue special is dynamic. The crawfish Etouffee is the best in town. Blackberry cobbler, wonderful. The line moves quickly, don't let it deter you.

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Mike M.

Dwight's is a well known Lafayette restaurant that currently has a 4 star average. It has an above average reputation with its BBQ even having a Sunday lunch event featuring their BBQ which I understand is quite popular. While driving through the area the week before Christmas I was able to stop by for lunch on a Wednesday where they feature their BBQ chicken. Walking in, I noticed that they have a buffet line service which included the chicken along with other mouth watering lunch options but I asked for the chicken (which is a 1/4 and I went with dark meat) with sides of bbq beans and green beans and some dirt rice. Paying and grabbing my tray, I stopped by the self serve drink station and easily found an empty table. They weren't busy that day and this is a large restaurant with 3-4 large rooms with tables. I thought the chicken was good. The leg/thigh was average in size and reasonably moist. The taste was ok but I have had many better. Not bad mind you just not up to my expectations of this place. The sides were good too with my fave being the green beans. While the meal was acceptable I could go no higher than a 3. I have a feeling that their Cajun dishes might be better and that this might actually be a 4 restaurant but I have to report about my experience. I would be happy to return and try one of those Cajun dishes or perhaps another BBQ meat like brisket. The pork roast over gravy looked good the day I was there but I didn't eat it so perhaps next time.

Lyle S.

Hoooo boy this place is good. Down home options served cafeteria style for your pleasure. Pick a main dish like steak or étouffée. The étouffée is somewhat their signature dish and is also my favorite Louisiana dish. And it does not disappoint. Spicy and savory. They have plenty of sides to choose, all cooked like your grandma used to. They also have fresh peach cobbler and bread pudding to finish off your meal right. If that's not enough, they have frozen margaritas on deck. Open to take out and they also have an outside dining area with tent covering and washing station. I'll be back for sure.

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1 year ago

Best burger in Lafayette. Service is quick, place is clean. Gets real busy at lunch time.

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Stopped by dwight's today for a plate lunch food was hot, seasoned well and service was great don't hesitate to stop by for a bite to eat!

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Great local place to eat! Great food and service. Best place to come get a sandwich at hands down.

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I was there yesterday. Food was delicious and plentiful. Lots of seating. Bathrooms close by.

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Good excellent. Nice place to eat. Very over priced . $$$$. Lunch about $20 with a drink. Service good.

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BBQ was dry not seasoned and expensive was first time going service was good employees were very nice and friendly

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