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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
4.42,003 reviews
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Kelli Stephenson 
8 years ago

Love it! One of or maybe my favorite in town!!! 

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Well thanks Kelli! :) 

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Christina Strozier 
8 years ago
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Regina Viers Harp 
8 years ago
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Janice Gates 
8 years ago
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Janis Harrell Sumlin 
8 years ago

Mine and my husband's go to place whenever we are visiting our home town of Ruston. 

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Ted Horn 
9 years ago

One of the best places I've ever been. The food was excellent, the staff was friendly and prompt. 

Business response:

We are so glad you had a wonderful experience and chose to dine with us!! We hope to see you again in the near future Ted! 

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Sally Pincus 
9 years ago

Best soft fried oysters around...My 81 year old mom and I eat there often! 

Business response:

Awesome! Thanks to you both for coming and visiting us. Hope to see y'all again soon! 

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Daryl Coleman 
9 years ago
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Todd Moran 
9 years ago

Really enjoyed it Red Beans and Rice were outstanding! 

Business response:

Thank you so much! We love hearing about our customers visits! 

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 on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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