5/5 -- A Ponchatoula Gem You Have to Try…read more If you ever find yourself anywhere near Ponchatoula, do yourself a favor and stop at Toula Burger on W Pine Street. I walked in expecting a good burger... I walked out questioning why every other burger in my life hasn't been held to this standard. From the jump, the vibe feels like what a small-town Louisiana burger spot should be: warm, welcoming, and buzzing with people who clearly know they're in for something special. You can tell the crew cares -- not just about making food, but about creating a place the community is proud of. I ordered the signature burger, and I'm not exaggerating when I say it's the kind of bite that makes you pause. Perfectly seasoned beef, cooked exactly how I asked, layered with toppings that taste thoughtfully chosen rather than thrown together. The bun held everything like a champ -- soft enough to enjoy, sturdy enough to keep the whole experience tidy. It's the little things, and they nail every one. The fries? Golden, salty, addictive. The kind of fries you keep eating even after you're full because "just one more" somehow becomes ten. What really stood out, though, was the service. Ponchatoula is known for its hospitality, but the folks at Toula Burger take it to another level. Genuine smiles, real conversations, and you can feel the pride they have in what they've built. It's refreshing. To the owners: Y'all created something special here. You've got a spot that feels rooted in community but tastes like it belongs on a national "must-try" list. I'd love to know more about the inspiration behind the menu -- especially what led you to craft a burger that balanced richness and freshness so perfectly. Keep doing what you're doing; the attention to detail shows. I'll absolutely be back -- and I'll be bringing people with me.

I'm really sad that I could not give this cute burger place 5 stars. Here is why. This is my first…read moretime here, but my husband has been here a couple of other times. He is a burger aficionado. While the hand patted Burger is fantastic, my husband commented that every single time he has been there the fries are lukewarm. I opted for a hand battered shrimp Poboy. The batter was really good. Served freshly fried. If you're weird about veins in your shrimp, these are not deveined shrimp. The problem is that the bread to shrimp ratio is off. It's a really thick bread. The restaurant atmosphere is so quaint and homey. The staff was so friendly. I can chalk the bread thing up to personal preference but they need to do better with hot fries.

What a pretty and fun place to hang! Beers are delicious and don't miss the pig candy! It's…read moreamazing. Goes so well with the Brussel Sprouts! Angela is the best server! Super fun! Attentive and friendly!

We went here after a long day of travel and business meetings. I ordered the Bee's Knees burger…read morewith garlic parm truffle fries and both were delicious. The burger was a good size and had plenty of toppings. They come by themselves so take a look at the sides. We opted for the full side of fries and it was big enough to share.

Awesome foods and excellent service too. A variety of dishes, creole and country too.read more

Mother's Day. Really wanted a brunch but not finding what I wanted, came across Our Mom's…read more Reviews and menu looked delicious. We both had a burger mine with fried egg , hubby bbq and bacon. Both cooked perfectly, juicy and delicious. Kitchen was backed up so we were comped a dessert and had lava cake , that was also very good. Our waitress was very attentive and apologized often and checked on us during the wait. Nice place, could be parking issues at busy times.

This is the local spot! Came here for the first time and will definitely be back. The service was…read morespeedy and the food was great. The seating is nostalgic and warm alongside the lovely worker ladies. One of the worker used the restroom and not only did a mid day clean but used a fan to air it out faster. Amazing place!!

We thought we found a local spot to get a good burger and ice cream. Well that has not been the…read morecase. Each of the last three times our order was not correct. Today the tomato was missing from a BLT. The "T" stands for tomato however I had already drove off and didn't bother going back. I also ordered a hot fudge sundae but had to repeat myself as to what I wanted on it. To top it off the sundae was prepared before my BL sandwich so when I got it was soup. G&J you have been around for too long to provide poor service and poor quality food. Pick up your game. Will be a while if we ever go back.

Babyyyyy let me tell y'all... I would have gone out HAPPY Saturday night after eating here and that…read moreis NOT an exaggeration ‍ From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was so peaceful and welcoming. And can we talk about the music?! Christian music playing the whole time -- that's all we listen to, so my son was over there having his own little concert knowing every word lol. It just felt GOOD in there. Now listen... they were BUSY busy (Saturday night, so we expected that), and we were starvingggg, so we skipped the appetizers -- which honestly hurt my feelings a little because they sounded SO good And I HAVE to shout out the server/owner -- because baby, my dad is 80 years old and will talk to ANYBODY about ANYTHING. When I say they handled him like a pro... I mean patient, kind, laughing with him, never rushing him off -- just truly good people. If you know, you know Let's get into the food though I ordered the BBQ bacon cheeseburger (no onions) with fries... AND a fresh squeezed lemonade that was absolutely BOMB ‍ Like refreshing, perfect, not too sweet -- I could've had about three of those, easy My dad got the surf & turf burger, my sister got a regular burger, my brother-in-law had the crawfish étouffée with fried catfish, and my son got chicken fingers. We did have a bit of a wait, but honestly it gave us time to sit, talk, and enjoy being together -- no complaints there BUT BABY... when that food hit the table... Not. One. Word. Except "OMG this is the best thing I've ever eaten!!!" That burger?!?! I'm not even kidding -- I would request that as my LAST MEAL. It was THICK, juicy, cooked perfectly. The bacon? Crispy perfection The sourdough bun? Soft, fluffy, just holding everything together like it was sent from Heaven The BBQ sauce wasn't overpowering -- just right. AND let me say this... I am the DIPPING SAUCE QUEEN I normally need ranch, ketchup, something on the side at all times... but this burger?! I didn't touch a single sauce. Not ONE. It stood on its own and didn't need a thing I did not stop eating until it was GONE. No to-go box. No shame. No regrets. I usually can't even finish a burger anywhere, but this one?? I couldn't put it down. And when I tell you EVERYONE cleaned their plates -- I mean EVERY. SINGLE. PERSON. Even my son, who is VERY picky about his "chicken nuggets," was tearing those chicken fingers UP and talking about how good they were So will I be back? ABSOLUTELY. Will I recommend it? Already have ‍ Will I start a petition (or boycott ) if they ever take that burger off the menu? Don't test me. Also... sorry there are no pictures We turned into straight feral animals the second that food hit the table 10/10 -- run, don't walk.

Sometimes you need to try these smaller hometown restaurants. This restaurant is a Christian…read morefamily owned restaurant that is very friendly serving pretty good food. They have a really good Crawfish Bread. You need to try this. Really good. We tried other dishes like the seafood quesadillas, and the burgers that were pretty nice. The restaurant owners are really nice. We will be back to Johnson's Kitchen.

One thing Louisiana isn't going to do is let you down on some good food. Such a good little little…read morespot to grab you some good eats had a good traffic flow, which is a good indication that they're doing something right nice little parking area and picnic table area to eat right in front. Amber was a great help. Good spirit and awesome service definitely on the return list.

The brisket and pulled pork were both good. Service was fast and friendly. I'd definitely recommend…read moreit and come back again. There are still a few other menu items I'd like to try.

Decided to stop by The Depeaux while we were in town getting our Christmas tree. Loved the building…read moreand decor and the burger was the best restaurant burger I've had in a longtime. Natalie was the sweetest and provided amazing service. Now I have to find a reason to go back to Independence.

All of the food is amazing. The service is great and attentive and the ambiance is friendly local…read morevibe. I love the variety of wings.

5 Stars -- Incredible food, generous portions, and the BEST desserts!…read more We came in with a big group -- kids, grandkids, the whole family -- and we were blown away by how good the food was across the board. We started with the fried boudin balls and crispy house-smoked bacon. Both were delicious and packed with flavor. We also shared a bowl of red beans & rice, and even my one-year-old grandson devoured it (and wore a good portion of it on his face!). The brunch board was a huge hit -- such a fun assortment of waffles, pancakes, pastries, fruit, sausage, bacon, and more. Truly something for everyone, and perfect for sharing. For mains: * I had the Trout Almondine with cheese grits -- and those grits were honestly the BEST I've ever had. Creamy, cheesy, and perfect. * My daughter ordered the ribeye and loved it. * My husband had a burger and cleaned his plate. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. We weren't disappointed in a single item. And then... the desserts. Oh my goodness. We tried the cheesecake, pecan pie, and bread pudding. The cheesecake was the best I've ever had, and my daughter agreed. The pecan pie tasted like something straight out of a grandmother's kitchen -- my husband said it was the best he's ever had. The bread pudding was rich, warm, and equally delicious. The staff was friendly and patient with the kids, which made the evening stress-free and fun. Bottom line: we loved everything -- from appetizers to dessert -- and we will absolutely be back!

Staying in Hammond in mid-September, a coworker mentioned this spot so we both trekked down south…read moreto check it out. We got here around 8ish in the evening and it was raining so not many people here. So we propped up at the bar and ordered. I was in a martini mood so Gin martinis were my calling; they made them the way I like: slightly dirty w/ extra olives. I can't remember how many of those I ordered but they went down smooth. I didn't want to order anything heavy so I decided on the Brussels Sprouts and a cup of the Chicken/Andouille Gumbo. The Brussels were crispy and had a nice soy glaze to cap it off. They garnished it with some peeled scallions which gives a nice finish. I'm a sucker for Brussels Sprouts; if they're on the menu, I'm very likely gonna order them. The gumbo was pretty good, had a tomato richness to it. I forgot what my friend ordered; probably cause I had too many martinis. It's about a 10-15 minute drive from Hammond but it's worth it. Check it out when you're in the area!

This is an amazing place the food was so good ! I will be back ! Everything was great !read more

On our way back to Houston from Destin, we stopped with our 2 grandchildren & newly-purchased…read morehermit crab, Hedwig. Brad was our server and did a fantastic job! He was prompt, attentive, & personable. Thanks, Brad, for taking such good care of us! We all enjoyed our lunch and followed up with soft serve ice cream for dessert. -soft, creamy, & had a great flavor! The chocolate was extra-yummy! We're very glad to have seen good Yelp reviews when searching for a fun lunch stop.

Service could be a little faster but considering the amount of people that were there and how fresh…read morethe food is, its understandable. The workers are very diligent and attentive. Very laid back type of vibe, community type restaurant. Seen a local influencer there which was cool because he was the reason why I came to the restaurant in the first place! Excellent food, flavor in every bite. Portions are immaculate for the price you pay. I definitely will be back but will come during the week instead of a Saturday lol :)

I had the potato with pulled pork and Mac and cheese . It…read morewas terrific! It was a 10! First time loved it ! The music was loud and they would not turn it down!