The best restaurants in Jefferson Parish

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

Tacos, enchiladas, margaritas, and other familiar Mexican dishes are served at this relaxed counter-service eatery.

Taco Tico has been part of New Orleans flavor since the 1970s, serving quick, fresh classics that actually taste like something. Think the Texas Stacked Burrito, jalapeño-tortilla Chicken Quesadilla, and the nostalgic Taco Burger...

From the Kenner newsletter, September 11, 2026

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

Whether you want a classic pie or something loaded, The Pizza Shoppe turns out pizzas with handmade dough plus Bronx Italian street food favorites, pastas, and desserts. It’s the kind of low-key Metairie spot Kenner folks keep in the rotation when they want reliable, legit comfort food.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 10, 2026

When you’re craving legit chips with salsa and that addictive bean dip, Casa Garcia brings family-recipe comfort with tamales, fajitas, and the seafood chimichanga, plus margaritas that get the table talking. They also cater, so your next backyard hang can taste like a night out.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 12, 2026

Neighborhood spot for Italian classics & pizza topped with housemade sauce, plus a full bar.

Southern Italian spot for red-sauce pastas, crab bisque & other classic fare in an old-world space.

Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.

Don Jose's Grill is the family-owned go-to for homemade mole and bright ceviche alongside the Tex-Mex comfort lineup, including fajitas, quesadillas, and burritos. Fresh ingredients, a comfy setting, and genuinely friendly faces make it an easy weeknight win, so pencil it in this week.

From the Kenner newsletter, August 25, 2026

El Paso Mexican Grill - Kenner leans into the craveables locals want: sizzling fajitas, tacos, enchiladas, and properly cold margaritas. Mexican chefs run the show and even eat here daily to keep flavors dialed in, and if you need a spread for the Saints game, they cater.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 2, 2026

Whether your crew debates classic vs. inventive toppings, The Original Italian Pie keeps everyone happy with creative pizzas plus comforting pastas and other Italian cravings.

From the Kenner newsletter, August 31, 2026

Just down the road in Metairie, Sandro's Trattoria is a family-owned standby serving homemade family favorites since August 2004, made with fresh ingredients and authentic recipes. Warm Tuscan vibes, friendly staff, and plates that feel cooked with love make it an easy weeknight go-to.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 9, 2026

Contemporary-style chain spot for pizzas with specialty toppings, plus calzones & sandwiches.

Kid-friendly local hangout serving classic Italian dishes, including pizza and lasagna.

Casual, cozy eatery for calzones, pizza and pasta dishes, plus beer and wine.

Counter-serve chain offering pizza with lots of toppings in original or thinner-crust versions.

Creole-Italian eatery known for crab, steaks & fried chicken in a family-friendly homey setting.

Contemporary-style chain spot for pizzas with specialty toppings, plus calzones & sandwiches.

Japanese fare, including sushi, ramen, and hibachi dishes, served in a laid-back space.

When you're not in the mood to debate dinner, Meaux Jeaux Pizza delivers crisp, chewy flatbread pies and fresh salads with just enough creative twists, plus easy catering and private party hosting if you're wrangling the whole krewe.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 5, 2026

Japanese restaurant with sushi, grilled eats, and noodles in a casual setting with a bar.

Easygoing restaurant dishing up Mexican dishes such as fajitas and enchiladas, plus live music.

Polished restaurant with a long sushi bar featuring inventive maki & Japanese kitchen entrees.

Casual Italian bistro dishing up homemade pasta, breads, and sauces, plus cocktails.

Japanese steakhouse serving sushi and other dishes in a casual, cozy atmosphere.

Sushi & sashimi plus creative maki rolls & cooked Japanese fare at a casual roadside eatery.

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

Laid-back eatery featuring Tex-Mex dishes, such as tacos and fajitas, plus beer and cocktails.

Cozy Italian eatery serving classic steaks, pizzas, pastas, salads, lasagnas, and entrees, plus a Caesar for two.

Pizza with gourmet toppings plus pasta, sandwiches & signature Caesar salad in a relaxed setting.

Contemporary-style chain spot for pizzas with specialty toppings, plus calzones & sandwiches.

Pizza and pasta are offered by this casual Italian eatery with a halal menu.

Casual eatery offering up pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches, along with friendly service.

RUMBA Island Inspired Cuisine & Rum Bar serves bright Caribbean plates and serious rum cocktails that feel like a vacation without leaving Metairie. Think Dominican ribs, coconut shrimp, seared ahi, plus a Rum Punch Brunch and Mardi Gras catering built for parade routes… easy win for Kenner folks craving something fun.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 6, 2026

Harbor Seafood & Oyster Bar is that reliable Kenner staple where the raw oyster bar stays busy, the fryers stay honest, and the po' boys don’t skimp. Fresh Gulf catch, sourced from reputable local fishermen for over 30 years, plus easy online pickup when you’re craving seafood without the production.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 3, 2026

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

Craving the real deal, Kenner? Smitty's Seafood is serving fresh Louisiana classics, from golden fried shrimp and hefty po'boys to savory gumbo and party-worthy boiled seafood, all in a laid-back spot that flips to Smitty's After Hours with a full bar, pool tables, poker machines, and live entertainment.

From the Kenner newsletter, August 18, 2026

Big EZ Seafood and Oyster nails that Louisiana-meets-Vietnamese sweet spot with spicy crawfish boils, charbroiled oysters, and a full bar pouring mint-to-be-lychee and Saigon Limeade cocktails. Easygoing vibe, colorful murals, and heat levels you can actually negotiate... perfect for a midweek Kenner craving.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 7, 2026

Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

Little Chinatown keeps it legit with fresh, seasonal dishes, a big vegetarian lineup, and premium Chinese teas to linger over with friends. Swing by this week for authentic regional plates and daily specials that actually change things up, or grab carry-out and call it a win.

From the Kenner newsletter, August 29, 2026

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

From the team behind Porter & Luke’s, Sophie's is a seafood and Italian spot in River Ridge focusing on the dishes New Orleans loves best. Perfect when your crew can't choose between marinara and remoulade, it feels like a family place made for weeknights, birthdays, and those "let's not cook" moments.

From the Kenner newsletter, September 6, 2026

Laid-back eatery serving specialty rolls and other Japanese dishes, plus beer, wine, and sake.

Japanese restaurant offering traditional handrolls and other fare in a casual setting.