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 Place is back! And better than ever. The place looks great, service is solid, prices…read moreare reasonable and portions are big!! Many of the classics stayed but there's also new stuff on the menu. We had an appetizer of little mushrooms that were crawfish seasoning boiled, battered and fried. Dayum they were yummy!! A surf n turf poboy stacked high with fried shrimp, roast beef in debris and all the good stuff. A tasty catfish poboy with seasoned fries. And a marinated shrimp salad that had some real kick to it. EVERYTHING was on point!

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.

Great food friendly and great atmosphere. Will definitely be going back. I liked the view of the…read morelake.

We had an awesome meal and Orlandeaux's!…read more The atmosphere -- casual but also such a lovely lot and view w the panoramic windows. Makes it feel a little fancy. The food -- we loved every single thing we tried. Boudin balls, greens, shrimp and grits, catfish campti. Come hungry! Portions are big and for a fair price We got lucky and didn't wait too long but I've heard there can easy be an hour wait. You can sit in the bar area or enjoy the water view. So good I might be back tonight!

We were on our way to New Orleans and Jim's seemed like the right place to stop for dinner…read more It was great. The employees were all so friendly and the place was very inviting. My husband got the burger and loved it. I loved the fish sandwich. We both got the jalapeno cheese bread, which is fresh and delicious. The fries are really great. Perfect stop in a drive or if you live nearby.

I've eaten here often. Literally pass every other restaurant, when ever I'm passing through. The…read morestaff is great. Very friendly staff. Always happy to help . Funny thing happened. One day I had just left Big Spring, with intentions on stopping in for lunch . Turned off the exit and realized the parking lot was empty. Only to remember they were closed on Monday.

I was mtg with some co-workers and customers and told them I wanted a good local comfort food place…read moreand they told me to meet them at Sam's. They made a great choice. Let me say you better come with your appetite. Or you're going home with leftovers. I wanted a po-boy, shrimp n crawfish. It wasn't in the menu but waitress made it happen. That's a good waitress. When the platter showed up, it had a po-boy loaded, LOADED, with shrimp and tails. So many that they fell on ver into the FFs. Everything was excellent. Big shrimp. Lots of tails. An excellent tartar sauce. The FFs were some of the best I've ever had. I asked for crispy - they were perfect. I had so much left over the wife and I had it for dinner. When I got home, I told my daughter in law, who's from Shreveport, and she said Sam's is the best. She's right. Can't wait to try other offerings.

The reviews were good, it was right off I20 and it looked like it had a big parking lot that was…read moreclose so we chose to stop here and I am so glad we did! (huge parking lot- have our RV) Our server was Jessica and she is amazing! She offered suggestions and I am so glad I listened! I ordered sweet tea, chicken fettuccini (chicken was so tender) red beans and rice and honey bun cake My meal was HUGE- full to go box and was even better than I expected! My husband ordered Dr. Pepper and fried fish Po' Boy with French fries. Everything was delicious and that bread that is with the fettuccini is outstanding! The fries are seasoned well. I have not tried the honey bun cake but it is my... I mean "our" dessert when we get to our destination. We may have to stop back by on our at back on the 11th!

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.

I was leaving a camping event, tired, dirty, and not having had much in the way of a hot meal in a…read moreweek. I drove by a hand written sign in the grass that said GRANNYS KITCHEN. I made an illegal maneuver that would've made Dale Earnhardt proud. We ambled down a country road for a short distance till we happened upon a double wide trailer with a sign. I was immediately enchanted. My dining companion was not- he was skeptical and didn't want to try it. I went in to get a menu to convince him and was warmly greeted (my favorite thing!). My cajoling worked, and we got a table. It was early on a Monday morning (and a holiday to boot), so we had the place to ourselves. A sweet waitress helped us with tea and coffee and we decided on chicken fried steak with eggs for me and pancake breakfast for him. Now I'll say this- this is not fast food. But it was a crispy, fresh chicken fried steak just like my own grandma used to make. The gravy was PERFECTION, obviously used bacon grease. I was in hog heaven. And the cook (granny herself, I assume) made sure my eggs were exactly to my liking (runny yolks with no jiggly whites). I wish I lived nearby or had a teleporter. I'd eat that CFS once a week! Definitely worth finding this little gem. Oh, and they told me about their small business gumption remodeling the place to prepare for its opening. Small business is my passion, so I was glad to hear the triumphant story. Check it out if you're in the area! (With a detour off 30!)

First the place was empty Never got greeted walking in…read moreSat in back to keep eye on my car considering my dog was in it. The service at first seemed good But after the food arrives Things went downhill Order a club sandwich which comes cut in 4 But they came cut in half Sent it back to get it cut in 4 It took a few minutes Must of had to watch a YouTube video to figure it out. Asked for no onion Had onion Sent it back Request a new sandwich Took about 10 minutes It was awful Now my bill was $48.78 For 3 drinks and 2 plates It sucked Won't be going to any iron skillet again And I travel back and forth to see family

The almost empty dining room, at 1045am, was littered with messy tables. Our chosen table had no…read moreplace settings. It took 12 minutes for a server to appear. It took 15 more minutes to receive an overpriced, poorly prepared, lunch. Not the way I remembered the Iron Skillet

We visited the gift shop we didn't eat BBQ The good: very…read morecute and fun lots of nice and friendly staff. Cool on a hot day. Prices are hight for something a ok on others typical. The bad: my mom didn't catch that they charged her for three mugs. She got two mugs and two stickers. The price of the extra mug was way more than the stickers. She paid cash and we were not driving hour back. They are chatty which is not bad just make sure you are charged correct.

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!!

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.