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Ponchatoulas

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About this business

Ponchatoulas was founded in February 1996, by original owner Johnny Gaudet, who then partnered with Chris Garriga in 2004. With a passion for good food and fun, Gaudet opened the restaurant on the bustling Park Avenue in downtown Ruston. The building housed a fire station in the early 1900's, complete with the big red fire truck and even horse-drawn carriages lining the downtown streets. Some years later, the location became a landmark for one of history's music legends, Elvis Presley. Presley recorded in an upstairs studio ... read more

Location details

109 E Park Ave, Ruston, LA, 71270, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Billy Adcock 
6 years ago
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Johnathon Nash 
6 years ago
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Kody Mills 
6 years ago
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Mamie Clark 
6 years ago

My first time going after the Grambling homecoming game and the food was delicious. My family and I had an awesome time. The service was slow but it was packed to the max. 

Business response:

Thank you Ms. Mamie! Homecoming days can get a little crazy, but we are thankful for a staff that works their hardest to ensure everyone gets the best customer service! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your meal! Come back to see us soon! 

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Kyle Lechman 
6 years ago
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Kristy Painter 
6 years ago
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Frank Dean Mendoza 
6 years ago

Absolutely the best GUMBO I've ever Had! Very nice staff,great beer and good prices. 

Business response:

Thank you so much Frank! Our gumbo is our own recipe that we take pride in and we're so glad to hear you enjoyed it just as much as we do! We hope to see you soon and again, thank you for the awesome review! 

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Bill Kern 
6 years ago

Great food and good service. Gumbo was perfect and the beer cold 

Business response:

Thank you for your review Mr. Bill! We appreciate our customers and love hearing about their wonderful experiences!! 

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Jim Mattingly 
7 years ago

Food was very good and the service was great. Would recommend this place to anyone 

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How is Ponchatoulas rated?

Ponchatoulas has a 4.4 star rating with 2,003 reviews. 

When is Ponchatoulas open?

Ponchatoulas is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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