Johnson's Boucanière
Barbecue restaurant · Lafayette
1111 St John St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Highlights
Cajun smokehouse serving Boudin, BBQ, and smoked meats
Cajun smokehouse serving Boudin, BBQ, and smoked meats
"For some of the best boudin in Lafayette (a superlative that often equates to fightin’ words among locals), Johnson's Boucaniere has been continuing a family tradition since 1937 and serves boudin, smoked sausages, and tasso." - Anne Roderique-Jones
"On my way out of town I make a point to visit Johnson’s Boucaniere (open Wednesday through Sunday) for some of the best boudin and smoked meats in Cajun Country — go simple with a smoked meat plate or try the Parrain Special, a boudin-stuffed grilled cheese." - Beth D’Addono
"What started in 1937 as a family owned dry goods and meat market three generations ago in Eunice is now Johnson’s Boucaniére in downtown Lafayette run by granddaughter Lori Johnson Walls. Barbecue, smoked meats, plate lunches, and sandwiches are the menu’s anchor here, but specialty meats are still a big draw. Besides boudin, there is tasso, fresh and smoked pork, or pork and beef sausage, all available by the pound. Pitmaster Greg Walls is also married to the boss." - Beth D’Addono
"This simple yellow building with a rickety-looking wooden porch looks somewhat anonymous, aside from a hand-written specials board outside and a basic patio attached to the side. If you didn’t know what a "boucaniere" was you’d drive straight past it, but once you know that it means "a place for smoking meats," you won’t make that mistake again. The dedication here—whether to pork, chicken or brisket—truly is a delight to behold. You can order individual portions of each, or have the kitchen whip up a sandwich or salad bowl. Cajun classics such as gumbo and boudin sausage complete a mouthwatering picture. It’s one of those casual spots that has an underlying seriousness about what they serve and is going to impress any BBQ fan." - Paul Oswell
This family-run smokehouse carries a 1937 Eunice legacy into downtown Lafayette with boudin, tasso, brisket, and the beloved Parrain Special. Food Network named it Louisiana’s top barbecue; it remains a porch-swing slice of Cajun culture.
