Trail Restaurants

Voted Best Dessert in the Twin Cities and Best Ice Cream in the Delta 2007. The unique cold treat can be enjoyed by itself, in a shake or the ever popular concrete. The Polar Crunch  concrete, a mixture of custard, heath, butterscotch and pecans, is a fan favorite. For a taste of the South, try a Southern Delite Specialty Sundae. Start with custard, then add peaches, strawberries, and bananas. Top with whipped cream and a cherry and you have yourself quite a treat.

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Vidalia on the legendary Mississippi River in Concordia Parish (Spanish for harmony), boasts its new riverwalk and Riverfront Conference and Convention Center. Dinner on the patio at the new Comfort Suites Riverfront Hotel gives one the feel of city elegance, yet the peacefulness of a quiet Delta town. A favorite beginning to a scrumptious meal is a crabatini (served in a martini glass). Everyone saves room for sweet potato bread pudding & praline sauce. A favorite, Molly B's catfish, is covered with a secret, savory sauce and named after owner Jeff Bairnsfather's daughter Molly, a pleasure to meet. A panoramic view of Historic Natchez Under the Hill is just across the river. Area tours of antebellum mansions and Frogmore Plantation (selected by Rand McNally as a Southern "must-see" destination) give a thorough history of 1800's life for the wealthy planters and their slaves. Contrast history with an ultra modern computerized cotton gin. A stroll along the river on the lighted, brick path ends at the River View RV Park with pool, full amenities, and no extra charge for the gorgeous live oaks. Free to the public in nearby Ferriday is the La. Secretary of State's Delta Music Museum and Hall of Fame. Professional exhibits, photos and videos give visitors a rare, intimate look into the lives of famous Delta musicians. Sounds of national, regional, and local talent ring through Ferriday's 1912 storefronts at the Delta Music Festival, the first Saturday in April. Concordia is a fishing and hunting haven. Acres of sandy loam and pristine oxbow lakes harmoniously scatter the rich Delta cotton land, left as the Mississippi changed its course. The Duck's Nest restaurant, named after the abundance of mallards and hens on Lake St. John, features sweeping views of Louisiana heron, pelicans and indigenous wildlife. David's Blackened Crawfish Supreme and Catfish Spokane are must haves on the menu. Lodging and campsites are available. Providing harmony on the river, the lakes, the music, food and family, Concordia is the perfect place for a relaxing weekend.

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Everything is made fresh her e daily. Fresh whole wheat products are stone ground on site for a variety of breads . Try  a slice on their local favorite - chicken salad sandwich. And for dessert, try a tasty cookie or muffin  that you won't hae to feel guilty about eating . Daily Harvest is also home to Monroe-West Monroe’s only all natural raw juice bar squeezing all your favorite fruits before your very eyes. At Daily Harvest, you’ll eat good and most importantly, you’ll feel good about it.

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The unique cold treat can be enjoyed by itself, in a shake or the ever popular concrete. The Polar Crunch concrete, a mixture of custard, heath, butterscotch and pecans, is a fan favorite. For a taste of the South, try a Southern Delite Specialty Sundae. Start with custard, then add peaches, strawberries, and bananas. Top with whipped cream and a cherry and you have yourself quite a treat.

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Resting on the quiet banks of Bayou DeSiard, this restaurant was featured in Southern Living magazine and is known for its grilled entrees and rustic charm. Try the Catfish DeSiard, named for the bayou that flows beneath the deck, or Shrimp Rahkee, shrimp in a spicy cream sauce with mushrooms and fresh vegetables over pasta. Other menu options include the local favorite, Shrimp Remoulade Salad and grilled steaks. For a special occasion, reserve the Dinner Boat on the Bayou for an additional fee. Reservations recommended for Friday or Saturday and for parties of 8 or more.

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Voted Best Dessert in the Twin Cities and Best Ice Cream in the Delta 2007. The unique cold treat can be enjoyed by itself, in a shake or the ever popular concrete. The Polar Crunch  concrete, a mixture of custard, heath, butterscotch and pecans, is a fan favorite. For a taste of the South, try a Southern Delite Specialty Sundae. Start with custard, then add peaches, strawberries, and bananas. Top with whipped cream and a cherry and you have yourself quite a treat.

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Fresh stone-ground whole wheat products, fabulous chicken salad, wraps, soups and fresh breads like maple pecan. The cookies without-the-guilt come in oatmeal raisin pecan, oatmeal chocolate chip, coconut haystack or snickerdoodles to name a few. Or try one of their delicious muffins, like apple pecan cranberry, banana nut, morning glory or blueberry. Then step up to the all-natural raw juice bar, where they squeeze all your favorite fruits before your very eyes.

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Relax along the Ouachita River while you dine in this unique building that was once a cotton warehouse. Start your meal with fresh, hot hushpuppies. Choose from unique options like Feta Cheese Grits and Corn & Crab Bisque or try the Peppercorn Steak, Grilled Salmon, Gumbo, or Citrus Grilled Tuna Salad. If you’re really hungry, try the Ouachita River Special, a plate piled high with seafood. Finish your meal with an order of their Flaming Bread Pudding. Reservations accepted for 6 or more.

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From the moment you walk through the elegant stained glass doors, the ambiance sets the tone for a dining experience unlike any other in Northeast Louisiana. The elegant mahogany decor, stained glass fixtures and North Louisiana's first ice bar provide a visual backdrop for a dining experience that is second to none. At The Brandy House, our chefs have selected only the finest ingredients for your palate. Our wine specialists have traveled the globe, selecting only the finest wines and spirits for your glass. From cut-to-order steaks of the finest custom aged Mid-Western corn fed beef to the most succulent and fresh seafood the area has to offer, the entrees will satisfy even the most discerning taste. After your meal, delight yourself with one of our delectable desserts or tantalizing after dinner cordials. At The Brandy House, the dining experience is a culinary adventure taking you to places you have never tasted before.

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Open the screen door and take a whiff of some good ol’ Southern cooking. They’ve been serving this community since 1984, like chicken and dumplings, beef tips, hamburger steak, turnip greens and home-cooked breakfasts. Locals come daily for a taste of this comfort food.

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An Irish Pub with a Louisiana attitude! This old world pub in the heart of Monroe is famous for its hamburgers. On Tuesdays, they’re 2 for 1. One of the local favorites is The Blarney Stone Blue Cheese Burger topped with cheese, blue cheese dressing, and bacon. So good it melts in your mouth.  If blue cheese is not for you, don’t worry they have a great selection of burgers!

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This Best of the Delta winner serves great bar-b-que! Try the smoked turkey, bar-b-que beef, chicken, sausage, ribs and beans with their real spicy sauce. Also enjoy their po-boys on homemade bread with a side of gravy. Stop by on Thursday for Steak Night.

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