This was a welcome respite from food along the interstate and just a short detour at that. Roomy and comfortable. Meat and vegetable choices for lunch. Not many places offer ham and I always loved Sunday dinner ham so that was my choice for lunch. As so many say, they are known for their pies and the wife enjoyed her pecan pie slice. I was a little too full for pie so I got a little dish of ice cream that hit the spot. Service was friendly and efficient. I would definitely stop here again for lunch if we were in the vicinity at lunch time. read more

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Shoot, once again I forgot to take a picture! There were three "blue plate specials" available, fried chicken, turkey and dressing and ham with two sides, carrots&peas, and squash. We got the turkey. For the price(15.99), the serving of turkey wasn't very generous, maybe a scant half-cup of turkey. One the plus side, they did have dark meat, and it has some cranberry dressing. The corn meal dressing was very generous, and moist. It had a generous serving of carrots&peas, not so generous with the squash. We did get a slice of Bumbleberry pie, and peach pie. I was really looking forward to the Bumbleberry pie, as it was supposed to have raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries. I hope that's correct. I was picturing a slice of thick pie just brimming over with fat, juicy berries. Instead I got a thin, flat piece of pie with the bottom 3/4 of the pie filled with a pinkish-red opaque jelly of sorts, and a sparse, then layer of mashed berries on top, just plunder the crust. The body of the pie was just under an inch thick, maybe 3/4" thick. It was an EXTREME disappointment, considering how the town is supposed to be the ""Pie Capital of Louisiana". If I were you, don't bother getting the Bumbleberry pie, but do get the peach; it was outstanding! I wish I had the recipe! The flavor of the peaches came through, it was sweet and delicious, without being heavily sweetened with spices, overwhelming the peaches. Yummy! I'm only rating it a "three", as the service was lacking. read more

Go out of your way to grab a pie, but skip the lunch. Made a special trip to eat lunch and pick up a pie. We all ordered the red beans and rice, and though the waitress told us they used "sweet beans" not spicy, we weren't prepared for the load of sugar evident in the dish. Sadly disappointed. Especially at $14 ea bowl and not much meat to be found. read more

It's always a treat swinging by Lea's. I need the recipe bad real. I've tried recreating their delicate coconut cream pie but to no avail. The lunch specials and sammies are okay, (my guy likes the sandwiches). But it is located north of I-10, so I wouldn't blame them for having something else with a lil' more kick. (TBH there's nothing around to eat except Lea's, even Alec is sparse.) The pie & coffee, service is good, watching the cute old couples and townsfolk chatter and visit makes it a worthwhile stop. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Coconut cream pie and chocolate cream pie. - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

It was like stepping back in time. The food was limited options. It tasted ok but pretty basic by Louisiana standards. Service was warm and attentive read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Stuffed bell peppers with greens and rice - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

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Lea's Lunchroom is a historic restaurant in LeCompte that is like an experience from yesteryear. They are known for their pies, and they are one of the main reasons LeCompte is considered the Pie Capitol of Louisiana. One can drop in and have a slice of pie, or one can get a whole pie to go. Both are excellent choices! Slices of pie are also available with ice cream, which makes them extra special. If pie was all there was to Lea's, it would be amazing. However, they are called a lunchroom because of the other options available. They have daily plate lunch selections which are excellent examples of home-style southern cooking. They are also known for their ham, which can be had in the form of a ham sandwich, for which they are also well known. This is an excellent choice for lunch as well! The service is always great, and there are always a mix of local residents and visiting travelers in the dining area. They have a selection of cookbooks and gifts that make excellent souvenirs for the traveling public. They are located on US Highway 71, only a short distance from the LeCompte Exit on Interstate Highway 49, so it makes it easy to stop in while traveling. This is one of those well known establishments that one must experience while in the area. read more

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We stopped at Lea's Sunday, on our way back to Baton Rouge from Natchitoches. Wife bought a chocolate pie and an apple pie. Sorry to say, neither pie tasted as good as the pies from there years ago. They just were not good. Tasted like pies you would get in the frozen food section at a grocery store. read more

Old school feel, taste from my past. Nostalgic for Cenla Folks and the Pie is the reason! Service was great and friendly. read more

The service was good. The pie was was a good pie. It was interesting to look through their store. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Coconut Cream Pie - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

Years ago was working a job in Tyler, TX and came home to Baton Rouge on weekends. Would call ahead and have a lemon and a coconut saved for me. Ate my share + over weekend. Been about 18 years since then and no pies. BULLETIN!!! Grandson is freshman at LATECH. Now I have a reason for LEA'S pies. Go Bulldogs and Lea's read more

Anytime I'm traveling near Lecompte I make plans to be around Lea's during noon time. The food and their pies are that good. Lemon meringue is my favorite because I know they only use fresh squeezed lemons. I've been going to Lea's since my childhood days (my dad was a baseball scout and would take his 2 boys on some of his trips). I'm 79 now and still plan my trips around Lecompte the same way. Simple and great food with the best pie I've ever had. read more

Have been wanting to stop here for forever and finally had time. Felt very far off the I-49 exit- complete ghost town. Then we walk in and immediately told very gruffly that we can't sit down- only to go. Then the bathroom was a humid old pool smell with possibly no a/c? Then the woman at the front was so rude in her manner that my kids were so uncomfortable that we had to leave. So disappointed in something I had in my mind was going to be great. Only 3 sandwiches on menu. read more

Always a nice place to grab a bite. Place is always clean and the wait staff is great. Food is always fresh and the pies are wonderful. We will be back. read more

I love the food here always stop when I'm In town , service is with a smile and the coffee is always hot and fresh , it's more like mom's kitchen read more

We were so excited to pick up pies to go for our friends and family. Yummy! They made 10 fresh pies to order! We also had to try their ham sandwich which was like Isley's Chipped Ham from Pittsburgh area! We got us a mini pecan pie to eat on the way home after the ham sandwich. Everything was great. Even our cat Riley lived our ham sandwich. read more

Gave Lea's another chance a few weeks ago and pleased to report that it's back to its old standard. Sandwich and pie were good.

3 miles off the interstate for a mile high meringue pie is worth it for sure. The coconut was light with just the right consistency. The pie crust was home made and flaky. The meringue topping MARVELOUS. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Coconut meringue pie - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

For those who are not southern souls born and raised there are still many a place that can speak to the soul of anyone. The kind of place where time stands still as neither the interior nor exterior of an establishment has changed over the decades. The type of restaurant where they still write the daily specials up on a board. Welcome to such a place as Lea's. This is a diner first and foremost with a simplified menu. I only sampled the lunch and of course they are well known for their legendary pies. For a person who is used to pies from franchised chains like Coco's or Marie Calendars this was certain to be a treat. Being unfamiliar with the area I was guided by one of my former coworkers as this was a local haunt you would not normally come across being so far fr the freeway or highway. The service is friendly and polite. The order was a ham sandwich and a lemon meringue pie. How does a ham sandwich and a pie go together? I don't know how but they certainly do. The ham sandwich is encased a soft bread while the sliced meat could come from a thanksgiving dinner as it's tender and juicy. The pie had the most meringue topping ever seen as it was at least a few inches deep but the lemon was a nice citrus contrast to the saltiness and savory of the sandwich. The only downside is that perhaps the portions are on the smaller side and to reach this location will take some effort but makes for a great stop along the way to see the Tigers play and take a little slice of history back with you to share with loved ones. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - A ham sandwich and a lemon meringue pie - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

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PIES! I only stop here to eat pies! Today's pies (for lunch) are peach, apple and lemon meringue. Choco pie and grilled cheese are for my dining companion. If you've never been here before, this is an old school lunchroom: the only menu is the daily board posted in the middle of dining room. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - a variety of desserts - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

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They only have 4-5 options to choose from. We ordered 3 sandwiches, and they waited until our food was being brought out to tell us they were out of chips. Which is the only side that comes with sandwiches. I asked if they could only charge us for the sandwiches then and was told absolutely not. I was told I had to order one of the other 3 sides or pay full price for half a meal. Needless to say, we will not be back. If you're passing through, keep driving. $10 for a mediocre ham and cheese sandwich and $8 for a grilled cheese is insane. read more

This iconic lunch spot in LeCompte offers a small daily menu of downhome favorites, a few sandwiches, pies and breakfast til 10:30. But....warning- do not try to get breakfast at 10:33 AM, because you won't. And do not try to order food from the lunch menu at 10:33 AM because lunch is not served at that time. Just saying. read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Entry way to Lea's - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

Good ole home cook'n like your grandmother used to make. Service is friendly and welcoming. Don't forget the pie! read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Baked ham with sides. - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

I have two words for you: Bumbleberry Pie. Wow, that was possibly the most delicious pie I have ever had. I almost did not get it, but went with the recommendation of the lady behind the counter. I was super glad I did. I also had a Pecan Pie and it was also delicious. Looking forward to being in the area again, as that pie is not to be missed. read more

Service was good. Food choices are very limited. In fact four choices. This place is so played up on the internet. I would recommend picking up a piece of pie and eating some place else. read more

A Great place for lunch... they have world Famous pies and they have gifts a well and you won't find any friendlier staff... give those pies a try you won't be disappointed.. read more

Nice, quaint restaurant. Had the ham and cheese sandwich which was good, but would have been better if it had been served on something more than a glorified hamburger bun. The ham was chopped into small pieces. Would have preferred larger slices. Since no sides come with the sandwich we had to purchase bags of chips at the front of the store. Can they not be offered as a combo with the sandwich? The biggest negative was our server. She had better things that do than wait on our table. Even though it wasn't busy I had to get refills myself. We eventually asker her to bring us pitchers of water and tea so we didn't have to wait for her. read more

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For a dude who thinks meringue is garbage, I sure did like this place. You know how a lot of people search Yelp for hidden gems when they visit a new place? I am guilty of that as well, but my visit to Lea's was a little more serendipitous. I was travelling through the area and exited to find a bathroom. I exited at the next exited, and saw a sign that said Lea's Lunchroom and that sounded kind of unique to me. I headed that way, and boom, meringue heaven. Lea's is locally famous as a lunch counter and is known for their pies and ham sandwiches. Their pies have about ten feet of meringue (that's an exaggeration). More on the ham sandwiches later. Lea's has clean bathrooms and very friendly staff. It would be a good place to stop if you need a break from work or the road. They also sell local cookbooks and jarred food products if you need gifts for folks. So since you know how I feel about meringue, surely I tried a famous ham sandwich, right? I did. And guess what? It was good. But it is still just a ham sandwich. I don't know what sort of fanciness you could do to a ham sandwich to make it blow me away, but their version was solid. If you love old fashioned ham sandwiches, you would probably be super duper happy. Lea's is my kind of place despite my distrust of anyone who likes meringue. If you're looking for that hidden local gem in this area, this is the spot you're looking for. read more

Their pies are so delicious! The only thing was the price was a little pricey we thought! We got a peach, bumble berry and cherry pie! which neither my husband or I like fruit pies but I'm so glad we stepped outside our comfort zone because we are now fruit pie eaters The peach pie was our favorite read more

Lea's Lunchroom - Outside - Southern Near Me - Lecompte, Louisiana

What a cool little find; down home hospitality and service in the coolest little place. Little, but plenty of seating area and they serve a delicious home style meal that really fills you up and makes you feel like you are sitting in Grandma's kitchen. If I remember right, the menu changes based on what they're serving, but everything that came to our table was delicious and the service was spot-on. I highly recommend stopping in to not only enjoy the food and hospitality, but to check out some of the pies (we got one of each) as they are really something special. Plus, there is a little gift area with some super cute trinkets and what-nots. read more

Have driven past the exit for Lea's for years. Always wanted to try the pies. Had the opportunity to stop by and purchased a whole lemon pie, a whole apple pie, a slice of coconut pie and a slice of pecan pie. Nice pies. Good, but really just nice pies. I think the years of passing by inflated my expectations. However, the lemon pie had a surprise. I wasn't familiar with a lemon filling full of rind. Not zest. This was a chewy, chopped jolly rancher mouth feel. The friends we brought the pie too felt the same. A little off-putting for us. Maybe it's a normal tradition for the area or takes an acquired taste. read more

Really good home style cooking. Waitress was friendly. Place was neat and clean. The only complaint that we had was it took a few minutes before anyone noticed us. read more

Stopped by on my way home from N. Louisiana. Bought a pecan pie to bring home. Big hit with the wife.....

Recently picked up a pecan pie. My expectations were high but were short lived. The pecan pie is not that good. I expected to be wowed. The cheap pecan pies from the grocery stores are way better. read more

First time at Lea's and definitely enjoyed the ambiance of feeling like I was in a 50s or 60s diner. We walked in at 3:20 pm which was only 40 minutes before closing and had none of the issues as reported by other reviewers. In fact, I was impressed with the customer service and never felt rushed to get out because of closing time. I had a ham and cheese sandwich which I felt was a bit high for $8.50 but then again they are out in the middle of nowhere and probably don't have near the volume of customers they had before I-49 was built. So for that, I understand. Plus, the sandwich was pretty good. I also finished off with a slice of pecan pie. Not the best pie I ever had but certainly nothing to complain about. The coffee (Mello Joy) was amazing. Overall, a good experience and we'll probably be back again one day. read more

If you don't get the ham sandwich and your favorite pie you're messed up. Don't order anything else. They make their own pies in the house and people drive miles out of the way to eat them. They care of their own hands and sell them during the holidays. They are also worth buying. read more

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The pie is always delicious and the food comes out fast! The breakfast is always amazing and so is the staff. This diner stlye reminds me of the 50s with music playing in the background. read more

BEST PIE EVER! I haven't eaten a meal in the diner, but, if their meals are like their pies, the meals are great, too.

Looking for pie? Well, Lea's lunchroom is known for the best pie in Lecompte - no wait, Louisiana! Only open until the afternoon, you will want to eat here. There are no menus, in fact, you have to look at the board at the back of the building to see what is on the menu. Getting a yummy ham sandwich and a chocolate pie - this was some of the yummiest food I had on my road trip to Shreveport. Make sure you get a slice of pie of what you want because they were out of a few pies when I got there late on a Sunday. read more

Fantastic pies. Party tried chocolate lemon and coconut meringue and all were great. The food items are a bit shakey. Chili was OK. Stuff cabbage was good. Chicken tenders were soggy and tasteless. The side dish of macaroni and cheese was literally Kraft brand and awful. The waitress never asked if everything was OK and never refilled our drinks. The mature male at the register never ask how our food or visit was. I guess they should just make pies and deliver to homes because they have no hospitality. Take a pie home and you are literally good to go. read more

Great for the small town diner that it is.The ambience feels like one has stepped back into the 1950s (in a good way I mean). Very good service and food. The "cream de la cream" is, of course, their pies. Homemade; they are fresh and quite tasty!. One can order a slice (to eat there) or a whole pie to go; they have any flavor you would care for. My favorite is their "berry pie"; which has an assortment of berries (blue, black, etc) within it. Not many places offer this particular pie; they do and they do quite well!!! read more