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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

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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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Saad Hamad 
7 years ago
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Angie Desadier Meek 
7 years ago

The food was wonderful and we had the very BEST waitress her name was Darby. If your in Ruston you HAVE to eat here. It's GREAT!!! 

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Stacy Hesser Jones 
7 years ago

The food is awesome! Highly recommend this place. Just make sure you save room for their delicious bread pudding👍 

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Kevin T King 
7 years ago

Awesome food great atmosphere. And most certainly go back again. 

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Heather Rice 
7 years ago

We always enjoy coming to your restaurant when we are in Ruston. We get fantastic service and awesome food! We will definitely be back again soon! 

Business response:

This is so wonderful to hear. Thank you so much! 

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Sandy Peterson 
7 years ago

The shrimp I had was fantastic. The breading was different and very tasty. The bread pudding was out of this world. 

Business response:

Bread pudding is definitely a must have! 

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Lynn DeForest 
7 years ago

Business response:

Hi Lynn. We would really appreciate it if you could email us so we can hear about your experience. It is not the norm for our guests to not have a good time and enjoy their food. Please message on through our Facebook page or send our manager Christy an email at christym311@aol.com. 

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Linda Lee Goss 
7 years ago

We eat here often because the food and service are excellent. My husband loves their Salmon and grilled vegetables, and my favorite is a platter of shrimp and oysters. 

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Jayne Smith-Green 
7 years ago

Frequently asked questions about Ponchatoulas

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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