Laissez les bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll!
One of our favorite parts of Mardi Gras season is the FOOD! You can find festive cuisine right here in Huntsville. Whether you are a foodie, Mardi Gras enthusiast, or just want to try something new – this list is made for YOU! Get your party started below with this list of the best places to find cajun food in Huntsville.
Best Places to Find Cajun Food in Huntsville
These awesome restaurants offer the best New Orleans food in Huntsville, AL. We started with desserts – because well – who doesn’t always want to start with dessert?
FESTIVE DESSERTS
Here are the best places to find King cakes and other traditional cajun treats in Huntsville for the Mardi Gras season!
Moon Bakeshop
If you’re looking for a buttery cinnamon King cake with cream cheese – the Moon Bake Shop has the perfect delicious option.
Visit: 201 Jefferson St N Suite B, Huntsville, AL | Website
Good Company Cafe
King cakes are the tradition, but you can also indulge with Good Company Cafe’s MINI King cakes! These individual-sized snacks are perfect, so you don’t have to eat an entire cake.
Although – we won’t judge if you do!
Visit: 7500 Memorial Pkwy SW #123, Huntsville, AL 35802 | Website
Edgar’s Bakery
Everything they bake is absolutely amazing, and Edgar’s Bakery’s King cakes are no exception! Stop by and pick one up!
Visit: 472 Providence Main St NW #100, Huntsville, AL | Website
Peggy Ann Bakery
They want you to celebrate with sweets! Try their King cake and pick up a pastry or petit four for the road.
Visit: 831 Regal Dr SW, Huntsville, AL | Website
AUTHENTIC LUNCH/DINNER
Mardi Gras is coming and these are some of the best places to find cajun food! Try one or hit them all!
New Orleans LunchBox
Great stop for barbecue ribs & chicken, smoked brisket, and traditional cajun dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, and red beans and rice.
Visit: 4000 Holmes Avenue NW Huntsville, AL | Website
Po Boy Factory
Known for their New Orleans flare and tasty seafood! Find them in Downtown Huntsville and get ready for a full stomach! And of course – try the po boys.
Visit: 815 Andrew Jackson Way 35801 Huntsville, AL | Website
Tim’s Cajun Kitchen
They have been serving Huntsville for years and you can even catch their cajun food truck around town!
Visit: 114 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL | Facebook
Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill
Grab your plate of kicking chicken and authentic creole food! They say “If you can’t get to Nola, we’ll bring it to you.”
Visit: 301 Pelham Ave, Suite C-1 Huntsville, AL| Website
Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar
They have Po Boys along with all that good boiled seafood!
Visit: 5850 University Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806| Website
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