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An iconic Cajun roadhouse refreshed by local owners, Prejean’s pairs live music with duck-and-andouille gumbo, fried seafood, and chargrilled oysters. It’s a reliable, family-friendly stop where visitors meet Lafayette’s festive spirit head-on.
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Authentic Cajun institution with live music, seafood & gumbo
3480 NE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70507 Get directions
$20–30
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