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Leonard's Food Quarters
Pork Chop Dinner
Frequently praised for its large portion size and delicious flavor, often served with red beans and rice. Multiple reviewers highlighted the size and taste of the pork chops, calling them 'everything' and 'bigger than my head.'
Beef Tips Dinner
Recommended by several customers for its flavorful and perfectly cooked beef tips, considered one of the best dishes by out-of-town visitors.
Fish Meal
Enjoyed by many, including those who typically do not eat seafood. Described as excellent and flavorful, frequently paired with red beans and rice.
Shrimp Poboy
Highly recommended as one of the top shrimp poboys experienced, noted for its nostalgic taste reminiscent of New Orleans style poboys.
Red Beans and Rice
Mentioned repeatedly as a delicious and flavorful side dish, often accompanying main dishes like fish and pork chops.
Potato Salad
Described as absolutely delicious and a favorite side that complements many meals.
Boudin Balls
Frequently mentioned as a must-try appetizer, praised for being fried to perfection and very tasty.
Kracklins
Noted for being among the best, highly recommended by several reviewers for their quality and flavor.
Shrimp Etouffee
Called phenomenal by customers, often paired with fried catfish or shrimp, and highly praised for authentic flavor.
Sunrise Breakfast
A favorite breakfast option for multiple reviewers, consistently described as very good and satisfying.
Daily Special (e.g., Baked Chicken with Dirty Rice and Cornbread)
Recommended for offering classic Southern home-style cooking with generous portions and excellent flavor.
Desserts (Sweet Potato Pie, Lemon Cake, Banana Pudding, Sweet Potato Cake)
Desserts are highly recommended, with multiple mentions of sweet potato pie, lemon cake, banana pudding, and sweet potato cake as delicious and worth trying.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Leonard's Food Quarters
Unfussy, family-run eatery turning out traditional Louisiana-style Cajun-Creole dishes & soul food.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Leonard's Food Quarters known for?
It is especially known for boudin, po'boys, and red beans and rice, along with Cajun-Creole comfort food like gumbo and fried pork chops. Reviewers repeatedly mention homemade flavor, generous portions, and food that tastes like traditional Louisiana cooking.
What dishes are most recommended at Leonard's Food Quarters?
Reviewers most often recommend the red beans and rice with pork chops, chicken and sausage gumbo, seafood rice with potato salad, fresh fish and shrimp, and the beef tips. Other frequently praised items include the baked chicken with dirty rice, cracklins, crawfish baked potato, lemon cake, and sweet potato pie.
What is the atmosphere like at Leonard's Food Quarters?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and old-school, with several reviewers comparing it to a diner or Mawmaw’s kitchen. It seems to work well for groups and solo diners, and people mention a pleasant lunch crowd, spacious tables, and friendly service.
Is Leonard's Food Quarters good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value, with prices in the $10 to $20 range and portions that reviewers say can leave leftovers for days. People also mention that the plates are plentiful and satisfying, especially for lunch specials and daily specials.
What should I know about timing and service at Leonard's Food Quarters?
Reviewers say the place can get packed around lunch, with one visit noting a full dining room near 1 pm, so earlier or off-peak visits may be easier. Drive-through service is available, and people also praise the fast service and the option to eat inside in air conditioning.
Is parking available at Leonard's Food Quarters?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Leonard's Food Quarters kid-friendly?
Yes, Leonard's Food Quarters is good for kids.
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