Francois’ Tavern is a welcoming restaurant in LaPlace, Louisiana, where great food, warm hospitality, and a lively atmosphere come together to create a dining experience that feels both relaxed and memorable.
Conveniently located at 701 W Airline Hwy Suite 1, this local favorite has built a strong reputation for dependable quality, earning an outstanding 5.00 out of 5 rating from 789 reviews.
That level of praise reflects more than just good meals—it speaks to a place where guests feel valued, service is consistent, and every visit is handled with care.
Whether you are stopping in for a laid-back lunch, planning dinner with friends or family, or ending the evening with dessert and drinks, Francois’ Tavern offers the kind of dependable experience that makes dining out feel easy, enjoyable, and worth repeating.
What makes Francois’ Tavern especially appealing is the way it adapts to the needs of today’s diners without losing the comfort of a true neighborhood restaurant. Guests can choose from kerbside pickup, takeaway, dine-in, or delivery, making it simple to enjoy a great meal in the way that works best for their schedule.
Inside, the atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy all at once, with table service and a bar on site that add to the sense of ease and hospitality.
The menu is equally inviting, offering comfort food, quick bites, small plates, coffee, spirits, beer, cocktails, and alcohol, along with local specialties that give each meal a distinct sense of place.
Known for fast service, a great beer selection, and excellent cocktails, Francois’ Tavern creates a dining experience that is satisfying whether you are arriving solo, gathering with friends, or settling in for a full meal.
Francois’ Tavern also stands out for its thoughtful accessibility and guest-friendly details, helping more people enjoy a comfortable visit with confidence. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities make the restaurant more inclusive and convenient for a wide range of guests. Payment is easy too, with credit cards and debit cards accepted.
From lunch and dinner to dessert and drinks, Francois’ Tavern brings together quality, convenience, and a welcoming atmosphere in a way that keeps customers coming back. For reservations or more information, call +1 504-250-5578.
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Our Story
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.
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Food & Drinks
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2 Chops w/ fries or potatoes
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Crawfish Etouffee w/ catfish
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w/ Maryland Crabcake
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Barbeque/Honey Lemon Pepper/Buffalo/Buffalo Lemon Pepper/Sweet Heat/Jerk
Hear from our valued guests
Francois exceeded every expectation. From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding and the food was absolutely incredible. The shrimp and grits were hands-down the best I’ve ever had. The chicken and waffles were perfectly balanced with just the right mix of sweet and savory. The crawfish étouffée was rich, flavorful, and authentic, and the fried chicken sandwich was cooked to perfection. And let’s talk about the Brussels sprouts—order your own! One bite and you won’t want to share. They were that good. What made the experience even more special was that the chef personally came out to make sure we were enjoying our meal. That’s the kind of hospitality you don’t forget. In fact, the food was so amazing I joked that I wanted to bring her home with us! If you’re looking for incredible food, exceptional service, and an unforgettable dining experience, Francois is a must-visit.
10 out of 10 Highly Recommend!! My sister and I dined with our daughters after attending a "That Girl" event. Service was wonderful by Trey, the food was delicious and the esthetics were smooth. It is quaint, personable and the variety is endless. My Sister and I will return from Folsom Louisiana with our spouses because the vibes did not miss. All staff was attentive, personable and it is family owned and operated, which my sister and I can appreciate because we assist our dad with our family business as well. A TREAT INDEED!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Francois Tavern in Laplace, Louisiana is a true hidden gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted like family. Chef Tina pours her heart into every dish — rich in flavor, freshness, and that unmistakable Louisiana soul. Trey, the amazing bartender and hostess, brings warmth, energy, and perfectly crafted drinks that make the experience unforgettable. It’s cozy, classy, and filled with love. Family-owned and full of heart, Francois Tavern is everything you want in a hometown restaurant — great food, great people, and great vibes. Chef Tina and Trey, thank you for creating something truly special!
Small & intimate atmosphere; the food was spot on & the service was superb! The staff is so down to earth. We will definitely be driving an hour to visit again!
This was absolutely amazing…. Food was superior!!! Vibe was impeccable… BLACK owned and I got to meet the chef/owner and her son (Tina and Tray)… 1000/10… please visit
From the atmosphere to the service, everything was exceptional. The food was flavorful, beautifully presented, and worth every bite. The staff was attentive and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Highly recommend!
Absolutely LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE!! Tre waited on my family of 7. He was so kind, patient, and informative. The food was TOP TIER!!! The fried green onions, and all 4 of the appetizers we had were PHENOMENAL! EVERYTHING was flavorful and made by Tre's mom. There's nothing like supporting a great family owned business! The warm charming family atmosphere was also great. 100 out of 10 - I recommend!
Trey was an amazing server very attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. I wasn’t sure what I wanted, but he made excellent recommendations that did not disappoint. We started with the appetizer sampler platter, which included fried green tomatoes, hot honey lemon pepper wings, and kicking shrimp (similar to bang bang shrimp). Everything came out fresh, hot, and full of flavor. For our entrées, we ordered the Honey Glazed Salmon with shrimp, served with creamy spinach over a bed of dirty rice, and the 10oz Hawaiian Ribeye with creamy spinach and loaded smothered potatoes. Every dish was fantastic and prepared exactly as requested. Outstanding service and great food highly recommend!
I have seen pictures and reviews of François Tavern and this was the first time we went brought my brother and his friend from Virginia. Food was excellent service was great my brother's friend from Virginia said that he He is coming back to New Orleans in October with his wife and they will make the drive to Laplace to eat here. Five stars food was excellent.
Tina the owner and her son Trey were working and from the moment we walked in we were greeted and then Tina came over to explain the menu and answer questions since everything is made fresh. My wife and I got the sampler platter with garlic Parmesan wings, fried green tomatoes and shrimp that is better than bang bang shrimp. And we got the Maryland crab cake. The food came out quickly and everything was made fresh, it was hot and delicious. I go go into all the details about how good it was, but you just need to come meet Tina and Trey and let them change your life. Thank you for putting so much love into everything about this place. If we are ever traveling through again we will be back!
Common questions about Francois’ Tavern
Francois’ Tavern is located at 701 W Airline Hwy Ste 1, Laplace, LA 70068, United States, Laplace, LA, United States.
You can reach Francois’ Tavern by calling +1 504-250-5578.
Francois’ Tavern has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 789 customer reviews.
Francois’ Tavern features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Francois’ Tavern features the following service options: Kerbside pickup, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Francois’ Tavern features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Francois’ Tavern features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Francois’ Tavern features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Francois’ Tavern features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Table service.
Francois’ Tavern features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Francois’ Tavern features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Francois’ Tavern features the following crowd: Groups.
Francois’ Tavern features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Francois’ Tavern features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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