Sunday BBQ
While there are no major city-wide "BBQ festivals" scheduled specifically for this Sunday, March 22, 2026, Lafayette is famous for its Sunday BBQ Plate Lunch tradition. Many local restaurants and markets host recurring Sunday-only BBQ events where they fire up outdoor pits to serve special menus until they sell out.
These local favorites host dedicated BBQ events every Sunday, typically starting around 10:00 AM:
Features pit-grilled BBQ chicken quarters, bone-in pork steak, and sliced brisket.Time: Sundays, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.Sides: Includes rice dressing, baked beans, corn maque choux, and Evangeline Maid bread.Details: They also offer Sunday-only brunch items like "Boucanière Bloody Marys" and beignets.
A long-standing local tradition known for "Sunday lines out the door".Menu: BBQ brisket, pork steak, and sausage plates.Note: Known for large portions and a friendly Cajun atmosphere.
Hosts a weekly BBQ & Brunch event featuring a "Whole Hog" on the menu.Time: Sundays, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Offers their "Famous Sunday BBQ" with porksteak, chicken, or ribs.Sides: Rice dressing, baked beans, potato salad, and a dinner roll.
Several soul food and Cajun markets also run Sunday specials:
Famous for soul-food style BBQ, including BBQ pork steak dinners and stuffed turkey wings.
A local "hidden gem" convenience store that starts BBQ specials at 10:30 AM; locals recommend arriving early as they often sell out by noon.
Located just outside Lafayette, they serve authentic BBQ with a Cajun flair every Sunday afternoon, including brisket and spare ribs.
If you are looking for a larger festival atmosphere this weekend:
Are you looking for a specific type of meat (like brisket or pork steak), or do you need a spot that is particularly family-friendly?