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About Southside Cafe

Looking for great food in Slidell, LA? Southside Cafe is a top-rated American restaurant known for serving satisfying, made-to-order dishes in a welcoming setting. With a 4.60-star rating, this local favorite brings together classic American flavors, generous portions, and friendly service that keeps guests coming back.

Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast, a comforting lunch, or a relaxing meal with family and friends, Southside Cafe offers a dependable dining experience that feels both familiar and fresh. For anyone searching for a trusted American restaurant in Slidell, LA, Southside Cafe delivers the kind of flavorful, crowd-pleasing food that makes every visit worthwhile.

To enjoy a memorable American dining experience in Slidell, LA, visit Southside Cafe today.

★★★★★ 4.60 rating (3889 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

M B

M B

6 months ago

Ate at the Southside Cafe on 12/16/2025. Had the delicious bowl of gumbo (chicken and sausage) was delectable! Followed by the roast beef melt on Texas Toast with provolone: hot scrumptuous! Gabby the server was so helpful with food choices on my first time to eat at Southside. Please give Gabby a large Monetary Raise and a promotion for her excellence to customer service!

Cindy

Cindy

3 months ago

My Photos aren't great but the food was delicious!!! Gumbo, Potato Salad, fat Catfish and the Toast under it brought back wonderful childhood memories! Bread Pudding was exactly the way we like it! Great staff! Great Service! Thank you all!

Elise B.

Elise B.

month ago

My favourite joint in Slidell to go solo or bring a crew. Good cocktail selection and good bang-for-your-buck portions of seafood. Bring friends to avoid a stomachache!

Bradrick Landry

Bradrick Landry

5 months ago

I ordered the 1/2 and 1/2 poboy fried shrimp and fried fish poboy and had it mixed. The seasoning and freshness of everything was great! The staff is always friendly. I would definitely recommend this if you're in the area.

James Malarkey

James Malarkey

6 months ago

We had an assortment of dishes for lunch. Could have very well gotten by with just the Poboy sandwiches, but wanted to try a few other items. We started with the fried mushrooms, they were very good, loved the breading and the sauces. From there we each ordered a soup, I had the Seafood Gumbo, the wife had the French Onion. Both soups were very good, would recommend either of them. Then we had sandwiches. I had the Black and Blue, the wife had the Fried Shrimp Peaux boy sandwiches. The meat and cheese on the Black and Blue was delicious, and the aux ju was very tasty as well. The Fried Shrimp had a very good flavor as well. The wife even commented how good she thought the bread was, and I'd have to agree. Overall, we enjoyed this very much. We would definitely go back when we were in the area.

Deborah Quinn

Deborah Quinn

5 months ago

We travel from Middle Tennessee several times a year to Denham Springs to visit family. We make sure to leave home in time to eat at Southside Cafe on the way down. The food is fabulous and service excellent. Food options are great and their Bloody Mary is to kill for.

The Southern Ghost Robinson

The Southern Ghost Robinson

2 months ago

Southside Cafe is one of those spots that just feels right. Good, honest Southern food done the way it’s supposed to be. The gumbo had great flavor and that homemade taste you can’t fake, and the potato salad was just as solid. Nothing fancy—just straight up good cooking. Service was friendly, quick, and made you feel welcome. Atmosphere is laid back and comfortable, like a true local spot. If you’re in the area and want real Southern food, this is a stop you don’t skip. — Southern Ghost

Jessica Perrin

Jessica Perrin

2 months ago

Food is great! Easy to find and get to. Service is amazing. The hot roast beef po boy is 🔥🔥 we also got the Irish Channel which is seafood and chicken & sausage gumbo separated by a channel of tater salad. Oh and the mozzarella sticks so good. And probably the best fries I've had the fry was perfect on them.

Can Do University

Can Do University

2 months ago

Traveling home from New Orleans. We saw a sign on the interstate. We love stopping by local restaurants. Definitely not disappointed. Had the best Ruben Sandwich I have ever had. We picked the right day to stop, there was a corvette show going on there. Had to wait 40 minutes for a table, yet the car show easily took up most of the wait time. Be sure to stop by when traveling through Slidell, LA...You won't regret it. Amazing staff. Amazing food. Had an #Absostinkinglutely #Fabtabulous time. Thank You Southside Cafe for advertising on the interstate 💜 otherwise we may not have ever found you 😘 ~Lesia C~

rachel rae

rachel rae

2 months ago

Highly recommended by Captain Zander from Cajun encounters. It did not disappoint. We got the seafood gumbo, reuben and half seafood Muffuletta. Muffuletta can be share by 2 people for an half an order…see my photos. Place has a lot of military memorabilia as well which is pretty cool.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

From the business

  • Identifies as veteran-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

3154 Pontchartrain Dr, Slidell, LA 70458, United States

Reservations

+1 985-643-6133

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 11 AM-10 PM
Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
Monday 11 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-10 PM
Thursday 11 AM-10 PM
Friday 11 AM-10 PM
Saturday 11 AM-10 PM
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