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With its focus on Louisiana farm-to-table cuisine and its own spin on New Orleans Creole Classics,  Jolie's Louisiana Bistro is a standout amongst restaurants Lafayette Louisiana. Their beautiful, but casual atmosphere, and friendly, knowledgeable service set the tone for an unhurried and memorable dining experience. An added point of interest are the 35 canvasses by world famous artist George Rodrigue, which depict Cajun life as it was in the early and mid 20th century. Rodrigue is Louisiana's Artist Laureate, and is known world wide for his iconic Blue Dog artworks.

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Food is the focus at Jolie's, which has been acclaimed by locals and visitors alike as being some of the best Acadiana has to offer. In addition to the set menu favorites, Executive Chef Manny Augello adds seasonal items throughout the year, and creates weekly seasonal farm-to-table specials and bar snacks that feature local produce, seafood and meats. His house made charcuterie, pickles and condiments are also made weekly using ingredients and products produced by over two dozen Louisiana Farmers and food artisans. As the only certified gluten free chef in the gulf region, he is eager to accomodate the dietary needs of guests with food allergies of any kind. As a Louisiana Cookin' Magazine "Chef to Watch for 2012", Manny is a standout amongst Louisiana's great southern chefs and restaurants Lafayette LA.

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A standout among restaurants in Lafayette LA. In addition to the ever changing specials, the culinary team at Jolie's serves up regular favorites like Roasted Oysters 3 ways, Gulf Lump Crab Cakes with Horseradish Remoulade, New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp, Turtle Soup and Beignets with Chocolate Coffee dipping Sauce. The rest of the menu features world cuisine with a Louisiana twist. Their Cioppino Stew is made with shrimp, scallops, gulf fish and Mussels, served with grilled peasant bread to soak up the delectible broth. The Local Double Cut Pork Chop is brined for tenderness and juiciness, and served with a Port Orleans Glaze and Sweet Potato & Andouille Hash.  The Zapp's Crawtater Crusted LA Drum with Crawfish Cream Sauce is a fish lovers favorite, as is the Blackened Tumna. The steaks are hand cut, and all desserts are made in house.

The Jolie's experience is completed with a diverse list of carefully selected small production wines from around the world, at reasonable prices. The talented bar staff specializes in creating Old World Cocktails, alcohal infusions and house made mixers from fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. The menu is diverse and ever changing, the atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, and the staff exudes southern hospitality. The  Jolie's experience is a must if you have an opportunity to visit restaurants in Lafayette Louisiana.