LeaIV's Cafe is our Favorite Happy Place because they serve Excellent Soul Food that tastes like…read moreMama, Daddy, PawPaw and Grandmama cooked back in the day. This Fabulous Family Restaurant is located right on the border of Keithville and Stonewall, Louisiana. They offer a wide variety of mouthwatering dishes, daily specials, beverages and scrumptious desserts to satisfy every palate. Just check their menu for the hours and offerings. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, this cafe provides a welcoming space for locals and visitors alike. My husband and I learned about them on the Tasty Tuesday news article that was featured on KTBS. When we asked how they got started, the owners Tanesha and Wade Hall responded that they opened their restaurant, LeaIV's Cafe, at the beginning of the summer because they love to cook and realized, as Stonewall residents, that there are very few food options in town. We agreed, for as we told them, just in visiting Shreveport, we noticed limited quality options, other than our cooking the food ourselves. Tanesha also said that it all started at her business, Inner Quality Services, in Stonewall when she and Wade started selling plates out of the building. It became a big enough hit that they decided to move to this current site at 671 U.S. Hwy. 171 Suite M as soon as it became available. For us, Sunday dinner always means family and the sharing of love through a meal cooked straight from the heart. We happen to believe that every day should feel like Sunday, full of prayer, joy and love. So we are excited about this mutual belief that their family has also shared and enjoyed for many years. Everything we have tasted in our visits at LeaIV's has been "spot on" delicious. The perfect seasoning and jovial atmosphere is on point, so warm, inviting and flavorful with Friendliness, Love, Kindness and Soul. We keep coming back whenever we get the chance. Come on down and try LeaIV's Cafe. You will not be disappointed!

I'm visiting Family in stonewall and I'm from Virginia. At Home I can buy oxtails everyday and…read moreusually do. I went to two different places in Bossier, the first didn't have any and said they were too expensive. The place I visited only sold them on Thursday. Due to the distance I gave up the visiting Thursday so I Googled "Oxtails near me". Low and behold I discovered this fine Dining Establishment 1 1/2 miles away. So I called and asked if they had oxtails today and was told "Yes". Upon entering I felt right at home and saw many locals enjoying their meals. Everything looked appealing. I paid the same price here as I do in Virginia. The food was bulging yet truly stuffed to the point of overflowing...HUGE portions and it all tastes good. Large pieces of oxtails too. I was served enough food that will last at least 2-4 days. This is my go to place for all my meals while in Stonewall.

Marilynn's feels like one of those magical local places you accidentally stumble into and never…read moreforget. It looks like it may have once been a garage, but it has been transformed into a warm, lively, and welcoming gathering space filled with great music, laughter, and Southern charm. There were friendly dogs relaxing outside, little kids dancing around, and a staff that made everyone feel welcome the moment they walked in. I was only in Shreveport for a short work trip, but the hospitality here really touched me. And the jambalaya? Absolutely delicious. Comfort food with soul. Shreveport has some hidden gems, and I think I found one at Marilynn's.

Do I feel morally conflicted about giving a place a five star rating when I spent the afternoon…read morehugging a toilet? Yep! But I'm gonna do it anyway and here's why-- Bottomless mimosas!! On my second trip to the bar the bartender suggested just converting to a bottomless mimosa. I which point I should've said no, but there's a first time for everything and this Sunday morning brunch was that day. The food was phenomenal! My boyfriend's chicken biscuit was the perfect blend of spice and honey-sweet. Chicken was fried well, still juicy. My sausage gravy biscuit was fantastic as well. We tried the beignets and French toast that our friends got, those were also really good. This remodel has been amazing for this place. Very clean, great service. Seriously, no complaints. Just thankful I had a ride home.

This place did not disappoint…read more The restaurant had a nice little view towards the lake. The food was hit! I would order anything and enjoy it. The gumbo was good. Full of flavor and was not lacking. Appetizers were hit, and the platters do not disappoint! I would recommend this place 5/5 times to anyone.

Absolutely fabulous…read more Sat in the bar ( the bartenders were also fabulous). The food was just terrific. We will definitely be back there!!!

The food was delicious and came out very quickly. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful, and the…read morecoleslaw was really good too. The BBQ sauce had a great flavor and paired perfectly with everything. The Texas toast was buttery and toasted just right, honestly better than the toast from a certain popular chicken restaurant. Overall, a great meal.

The meat itself was good, however the effort in the rest of the food seemed non existent. Comfy…read morevibe inside, server Serenity was pretty aloof and asked us almost immediately if we knew what we wanted. Order was slightly wrong, received chopped beef instead of sliced, but good meat nonetheless. If you're traveling, maybe just wait until you hit the city to make it worth the money.

Mia is our server and she was great. They really know how to do Shrimp here. I did a half and half…read morefried and grilled poor boy. The atmosphere is so wonderful. The smells are so lovely Take a look at what they brought us...

This place is amazing!!! I'm not a fish fan so they allowed…read moreme to swap for chicken strips to go w/ fried wings and fried shrimp (combo) I added some fried okra and dirty rice to complete my order. The service was above and beyond to satisfy my wants and the place inside is definitely for a family friendly gathering . The music was fun and even had Pac-Man to play at the door . Definitely gonna be back while I'm here in Shreveport for next two weeks

Our family's favorite in the Dangerfield Texas State Park area, see photo of our review.read more

Great place to get a home cooked meal. Yes it's small but don't let that fool you because they have…read moresome off best food that I've had in years. Great service also . Our waitress Meagan was very awesome and even made Mac and cheese for my kids that wasn't on the menu. We found our new favorite restaurant and I hope y'all give it a try.

Skeptical! Wow! Best hospitality service in awhile!…read more Waitress, Sha was very friendly, accommodating & asked our egg preference, bread & sides. Sha did not disappoint. Casual diner, next or in a like convenience store. Nothing fancy, however we did take notice once we stepped on at how fresh & clean, restaurant smelled & looked. We we're greeted & swerved right away. I had the chicken fried steak, eggs, & pancakes. Fried chicken steak was the perfect size, medium, way too big for breakfast. Eggs exactly as asked, fluffy fat fresh pancakes. Definitely worth stopping & eating!

The food was horrible terrible! Worst steak I ever had. The food was terrible horrible. Needed…read moreeighty-five characters so I wrote it again.

Gift shop is cute with a lot of items--most are reasonable priced. A variety of meats are available…read morecold. The restaurant is large--didn't eat so I can't rate it. It has indoor and outdoor seating. Animals are close for viewing. The site is green and hilly. The entire staff were friendly and helpful. Homemade fudge is yummy!!

Great views and nice place for a stop off the interstate or a quick 'escape'. The store is nice to…read moreexplore. The bbq was not anything special.

Absolutely the best soul food southern comfort cuisine in East Texas. The dressing is some of the…read morebest around with their gravy and as for the delicious fried catfish, it's probably the best I have had too. Southern hospitality is found here from the friendly staff and owner and you will definitely leave here full and satisfied. Grab a wonderful dessert too before you head out. The pecan pie is terrific!

OH MY LORD!!! Good Soul Food and the staff is very pleasant. The place is very clean. It's a Hidden…read moreGem in Tyler. Its menu prices are right on point with the portions

I feel like I have to give this place 5 stars. The food is 4 to 4.5 (so far) but the fact that it's…read moretiny, local, family run, everything made from scratch just pushes it up that extra notch. Chicken fried chicken was juicy and properly seasoned and the best we'd ever had. Ditto for the green beans and the okra. She wouldn't tell us what she puts in the green beans, but it's some combination of bacon grease and magic, I swear. The okra was fresh cut, fresh battered, fresh fried, unlike every other place I get it where you can tell it's out of a bag. Hot water cornbread was ah-mazing. I only wish I had honey to slather on it along with the butter. White gravy was fantastic, with just a hint of sweetness we couldn't quite put our finger on. Chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes were delicious, but also the only things I can say were on par with some of our other favorites. Prices are extremely reasonable. And the service is as down home and personal as you would expect at a place like Sylvia Mae's. But don't expect quick delivery of your food. Everything is made to order and it takes time, so settle in and be patient. We will definitely return here as often as we can when we are in the area.

Occasionally you stumble upon something truly special. This unassuming small business is exactly…read morewhat you want it to be. It is a meeting place, a comfort zone, a haven of good nature and community. The food is simple and good. The person providing the food is honest and real. This establishment is a lifeline of stability in an otherwise downtrodden neighborhood. THIS is the reason we have yelp...to discover and highlight businesses that actually deserve recognition. Sylvia Mae's is all of these things and more. Go visit...manage expectations and enjoy the moment. There aren't many places like this left.