New Orleans is not much of a buffet town, and in the pandemic, with its shifting rules for restaurant service, some disappeared.
But around the area, there are a few that can make a good stop when you want a meal that’s fast, long on value and high on variety.
Louisiana Purchase Kitchen, 8853 Veterans Blvd., Metairie
New Orleans comfort food is the draw. Gumbo, red beans and rice, fried or baked fish, fried or baked chicken, boudin and homey sides and desserts line a long buffet that’s frequently refreshed.
Pay at the register upon arrival and your drink is waiting for you at the table by the time you’ve filled your plate. It’s a homey, friendly place that’s locally owned and been around for decades.
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