Certified by Dons Seafood - Lafayette • Oct 04, 2026
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The truth is, you don’t become a Louisiana favorite just by putting the word “authentic” on your sign. When you’ve served Cajun meals as long as we have, you learn the difference between real food and a bland imitation, and our guests know it too.
Grilled, fried or on ice–there’s time cooked into every dish and time spent on every home cooked recipe, so that every aroma, every bite, every sip and every gathering is memorable.
We’ve spent more than 80 years creating a recipe for something much greater than a place for a lunch break or night out. It’s a place to share (or keep the whole plate to yourself), a place where you always have a seat ready at the table and a place where you’re always part of the family.
Details
Dine-inAvailable
TakeoutAvailable
Requires reservationsNot available
Curbside pickupAvailable
LunchAvailable
DinnerAvailable
[Free/Paid] wi-fiAvailable
RestroomAvailable
Welcomes familiesAvailable
Kid friendlyAvailable
Location
Certified by Dons Seafood - Lafayette • Oct 04, 2026
Certified by Dons Seafood - Lafayette • Oct 04, 2026
Monday10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday10:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
6 menus · 183 items
Explore offerings from Dons Seafood - Lafayette on 4309 Johnston St in Lafayette, with popular oysters, appetizers, gumbos, and salads available at this location.
Dinner
83 items
OYSTERS
WE PROUDLY SERVE GULF SHRIMP, LOUISIANA CRAWFISH, AND US FARM RAISED CATFISH
JACKED UP OYSTERS™
$17.95 - $27.95
Gulf oysters on the half shell, charbroiled with bacon, jalapenos, & pepper jack cheese.
CHARBROILED OYSTERS
$17.95 - $27.95
Gulf oysters on the half shell, charbroiled with garlic butter & Romano cheese.
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
$15.95 - $24.95
Freshly shucked Gulf Oysters.
APPETIZERS
ZYDECO SHRIMP
$15.95
Fried popcorn shrimp with pepper jelly.
JACKED UP SHRIMP™
$19.95
Broiled shrimp, bacon, jalapenos, & pepper jack cheese.
SEAFOOD SPINACH DIP
$19.95
Creamed spinach, shrimp, jumbo lump crab, & pepper jack cheese. Served with chips.
HUSH PUPPIES
$4.95 - $6.95
Made in-house with Don’s original recipe.
ONION RINGS
$10.95
Fresh-cut onion rings, battered to order.
BOUDIN BALLS
$14.95
Made with pork & rice.
FRIED CRAB CLAWS
$22.95
Freshly battered & lightly fried.
FRIED ALLIGATOR
$17.95
Farm-raised & tenderized.
BLACKENED ALLIGATOR
$17.95
Farm-raised & blackened.
FRIED CATFISH BITES
$14.95
Fried bite-sized catfish.
GUMBOS
+ADD POTATO SALAD $3.95
SEAFOOD GUMBO
$8.95 - $16.95
Acadian-style roux gumbo with shrimp & crabmeat.
CRAWFISH BISQUE
$8.95 - $16.95
Traditional Louisiana dark roux-based recipe. Served with our hand-stuffed crawfish heads.
CHICKEN & ANDOUILLE GUMBO
$7.95 - $14.95
Acadian-style roux gumbo with boneless chicken & smoked andouille sausage. A lot of love went into perfecting our gumbo recipe over 80 years ago and we continue to uphold that same recipe today.
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
$9.95 - $20.95
Crawfish tails smothered in a buttery roux, tomato, & the holy trinity of Cajun cooking.
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
$8.95 - $16.95
Shrimp smothered in a buttery roux, tomato, & the holy trinity of Cajun cooking.
SALADS
SEAFOOD SALAD
$22.95
Boiled shrimp, Louisiana crawfish, & lump crabmeat served over garden greens.
SHRIMP REMOULADE SALAD
$11.95 - $16.95
Boiled shrimp tossed in Don’s Remoulade served over garden greens.
BLACKENED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
$16.95
Classic Caesar salad topped with blackened chicken.
Grilled shrimp, fresh strawberries, bacon, candied pecans, & feta cheese served over baby spinach with balsamic vinaigrette.
DINNER SALAD
$5.95
Iceberg, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cheese, & croutons.
COLESLAW
$4.95
Shredded cabbage with house made dressing.
SANDWICHES
DON'S POBOY
$17.95 - $22.95
French bread with mayo, lettuce, tomato, & pickles. Served with fries.
GRILLED CHICKEN BLT
$15.95
Marinated grilled chicken breast with pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, & mayo on a buttery croissant. Served with fries.
JACKED UP CHEESEBURGER
$16.95
Half-pound hamburger with pepper jack cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, crispy bacon, & jalapeños. Served with fries.
CLASSIC CHEESEBURGER
$15.95
Half-pound hamburger with American cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles. Served with fries.
ZYDECO SHRIMP TACOS
$16.95
Fried popcorn shrimp, avocado ranch slaw, cilantro, flour tortillas, & pepper jelly. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS
$16.95
Grilled shrimp, avocado ranch slaw, flour tortillas, onions, & cilantro. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
CRAWFISH QUESADILLAS
$16.95
Louisiana crawfish tails, andouille sausage, onions, & bell peppers. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
ONLY AT DON'S
SEAFOOD PLATTER
$34.95
Fried stuffed crab, stuffed shrimp, catfish, shrimp, oysters, & shrimp étouffée. Served with fries & coleslaw.
SHRIMP DINNER
$32.95
A cup of shrimp gumbo, fried stuffed shrimp, fried shrimp, shrimp au gratin, Jacked Up Shrimp™, broiled shrimp, & shrimp étouffée. Served with a stuffed potato.
SEAFOOD COMBO
$25.95
Fried stuffed shrimp, catfish, shrimp, oysters, & shrimp étouffée. Served with fries & coleslaw. For a healthier option ask for it grilled
CRAWFISH DINNER
$32.95
A cup of crawfish bisque, fried crawfish, crawfish au gratin, Jacked Up crawfish, broiled crawfish, & crawfish étouffée. Served with a stuffed potato.
SEAFOOD SELECTIONS
FRIED SHRIMP
$17.95 - $22.95
Fried shrimp. Served with fries & coleslaw.
FRIED CATFISH
$16.95 - $20.95
Thin & crispy fried catfish. Served with fries & coleslaw.
FRIED OYSTERS
$18.95 - $27.95
Fried Louisiana oysters. Served with fries & coleslaw.
1/2 SHRIMP & 1/2 CATFISH
$16.95 - $22.95
Fried shrimp & fried catfish. Served with fries & coleslaw.
1/2 CATFISH & 1/2 RED BEANS
$16.95
Fried catfish served with red beans & rice.
1/2 SHRIMP & 1/2 SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
$17.95
Fried popcorn shrimp & shrimp étouffée. Served over rice.
1/2 CRAWFISH & 1/2 CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
$20.95
Fried crawfish & crawfish étouffée. Served over rice.
CATFISH ACADIAN
$23.95
Fried catfish topped with crawfish étouffée. Served over rice.
BROILED SHRIMP
$22.95
Oven-broiled shrimp in our Cajun butter. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
SHRIMP & GRITS
$21.95
Grilled shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce served over sweet corn grits with andouille sausage.
GRILLED STUFFED SHRIMP
$18.95 - $22.95
Stuffed with shrimp & crab dressing. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
CAJUN RAVIOLI
$21.95
Fried cheese-stuffed ravioli topped with a crawfish cream sauce.
SHRIMP ALFREDO PASTA
$21.95
Blackened shrimp with Alfredo sauce served over fettuccine noodles.
BOILED SHRIMP
$21.95
Peel and eat shrimp boiled in our signature seasoning. Served with corn & potatoes.
CRABMEAT AU GRATIN
$27.95
Jumbo lump crabmeat in a creamy au gratin sauce. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans. This one is so good we’ve kept it on our menu for over 60 years!
GRILLED FISH
ALL SERVED WITH A STUFFED POTATO & GREEN BEANS.
GRILLED AMERICAN RED SNAPPER
$37.95
Fresh grilled Gulf red snapper topped with Cajun butter.
STUFFED AMERICAN RED SNAPPER
$39.95
Fresh grilled Gulf red snapper stuffed with shrimp & crab dressing, topped with Cajun butter.
GRILLED CATFISH
$16.95 - $20.95
Catfish filets topped with Cajun butter.
STUFFED CATFISH
$22.95
Catfish filet stuffed with shrimp & crab dressing, topped with Cajun butter.
GRILLED SALMON
$25.95
Atlantic salmon topped with soy ginger glaze.
BLACKENED REDFISH
$29.95
Fresh blackened Gulf fish topped with Cajun butter.
CHICKEN
MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN
$16.95
Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
$16.95
Served with fries & coleslaw.
BEEF
RIBEYE
$40.95
14 oz. Black Angus Ribeye aged to perfection. Served with a stuffed potato, green beans, & a dinner salad.
FILET MIGNON
$42.95
8 oz. Black Angus Filet aged to perfection. Served with a stuffed potato, green beans, & a dinner salad.
NEW YORK STRIP
$38.95
14 oz. Black Angus New York strip aged to perfection. Served with a stuffed potato, green beans, & a dinner salad.
HANGER STEAK
$28.95
8 oz. Black Angus hanger steak. Served with a stuffed potato, green beans, & a dinner salad.
HAMBURGER STEAK
$17.95
Stuffed with cheese & topped with onion gravy. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
HAMBURGER STEAK PONTCHARTRAIN
$18.95
Stuffed with cheese & topped with sauteed onions, peppers, and mushrooms. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans. Donny's favorite.
SIDES
GREEN BEANS
$5.95
RED BEANS
$5.95
STEAMED VEGETABLES
$5.95
CHARGRILLED CORN
$5.95
SWEET CORN GRITS
$5.95
FRENCH FRIES
$5.95
SWEET POTATO FRIES
$5.95
STUFFED POTATO
$5.95
MACARONI & CHEESE
$5.95
TOPPINGS
Add to any of our steak, chicken or fish dishes.
JUMBO LUMP CRAB SAUTE
$12.95
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CREAM SAUCE
$12.95
CRAWFISH CREAM SAUCE
$8.95
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
$9.95
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
$8.95
SAUTEED SHRIMP
$8.95
PONTCHARTRAIN
$4.95
Lunch
36 items
GUMBOS
'+ADD POTATO SALAD $3.95. WE PROUDLY SERVE GULF SHRIMP, LOUISIANA CRAWFISH, AND US FARM RAISED CATFISH
SEAFOOD GUMBO
$12.95
Acadian-style roux gumbo with shrimp & crabmeat.
CRAWFISH BISQUE
$12.95
Traditional Louisiana dark roux-based recipe. Served with our hand-stuffed crawfish heads.
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
$14.95
Crawfish tails smothered in a buttery roux, tomato, & the holy trinity of Cajun cooking.
CHICKEN & ANDOUILLE GUMBO
$11.95
Acadian-style roux gumbo with boneless chicken & smoked andouille sausage. A lot of love went into perfecting our gumbo recipe over 80 years ago and we continue to uphold that same recipe today.
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
$12.95
Shrimp smothered in a buttery roux, tomato, & the holy trinity of Cajun cooking.
SALADS
SEAFOOD SALAD
$22.95
Boiled shrimp, Louisiana crawfish, & lump crabmeat served over garden greens.
SALAD & GUMBO COMBO
$15.95
Dinner salad topped with grilled shrimp or grilled chicken. Served with a cup of seafood gumbo.
SHRIMP REMOULADE SALAD
$11.95
Boiled shrimp tossed in Don’s Remoulade served over garden greens.
BLACKENED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
$16.95
Classic Caesar salad topped with blackened chicken.
FRIED CRAWFISH SALAD
$16.95
Lightly fried crawfish served over garden greens
STEAK & WEDGE SALAD
$26.95
8 oz. Hanger steak served with an Iceberg wedge, cherry tomatoes, candied pecans, bacon, chunky blue cheese, & balsamic glaze.
GRILLED SHRIMP SPINACH SALAD
$19.95
Grilled shrimp, fresh strawberries, bacon, candied pecans, & feta cheese served over baby spinach with balsamic vinaigrette.
CHICKEN & BEEF
HANGER STEAK
$28.95
8 oz. Black Angus hanger steak. Served with a stuffed potato, green beans, & a dinner salad.
MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN
$16.95
Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
$16.95
Served with fries & coleslaw.
HAMBURGER STEAK
$17.95
Stuffed with cheese & topped with onion gravy. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
HAMBURGER STEAK PONTCHARTRAIN
$18.95
Stuffed with cheese & topped with sauteed onions, peppers, & mushrooms. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans. Donny's favorite.
SANDWICHES
DON'S POBOY
$17.95 - $22.95
French bread with mayo, lettuce, tomato, & pickles. Served with fries.
POBOY COMBO
$15.95
Half shrimp poboy with a cup of seafood gumbo, served with fries.
GRILLED CHICKEN BLT
$15.95
Marinated grilled chicken breast with pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, & mayo on a buttery croissant. Served with fries.
JACKED UP CHEESEBURGER
$16.95
Half-pound hamburger with pepper jack cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, crispy bacon, & jalapenos. Served with fries.
CLASSIC CHEESEBURGER
$15.95
Half-pound hamburger with American cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles. Served with fries.
ZYDECO SHRIMP TACOS
$16.95
Fried popcorn shrimp, avocado ranch slaw, cilantro, flour tortillas, & pepper jelly. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS
$16.95
Grilled shrimp, avocado ranch slaw, flour tortillas, onions, & cilantro. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
CRAWFISH QUESADILLAS
$16.95
Louisiana crawfish tails, andouille sausage, onions, & bell peppers. Served with Cajun chargrilled corn.
SEAFOOD SELECTIONS
SEAFOOD COMBO
$25.95
Fried stuffed shrimp, catfish, shrimp, oysters, & shrimp Etouffee. Served with fries & coleslaw.
FRIED SHRIMP
$17.95
Fried shrimp. Served with fries & coleslaw.
FRIED CATFISH
$16.95
Thin & crispy fried catfish. Served with fries & coleslaw.
FRIED OYSTERS
$18.95
Fried Louisiana oysters. Served with fries & coleslaw.
1/2 SHRIMP & 1/2 CATFISH
$16.95
Fried shrimp & fried catfish. Served with fries & coleslaw.
1/2 CATFISH & 1/2 RED BEANS
$16.95
Fried catfish served with red beans & rice.
1/2 SHRIMP & 1/2 ETOUFFEE
$17.95
Fried popcorn shrimp & shrimp Etouffee. Served over rice.
1/2 CRAWFISH & 1/2 ETOUFFEE
$20.95
Fried crawfish & crawfish Etouffee. Served over rice.
CATFISH ACADIAN
$23.95
Fried catfish topped with crawfish Etouffee. Served over rice.
GRILLED STUFFED SHRIMP
$18.95
Stuffed with shrimp & crab dressing. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
GRILLED CATFISH
$16.95
Catfish filets topped with Cajun butter. Served with a stuffed potato & green beans.
Catering
33 items
Party Trays
Appetizer Tray
$85.00
An assortment of fried catfish, fried shrimp, crab fingers and onion rings accompanied by tartar and cocktail sauces. (Appetizers for 10-15)
Fried Or Broiled Catfish Tray
$75.00
Farm-raised catfish, fried golden brown, accompanied by tartar sauce. (Appetizers for 10-15)
Fried Shrimp Tray
$85.00
Gulf shrimp, fried golden brown, accompanied by tarter and cocktail sauce. (Appetizers for 10-15)
½ Shrimp And ½ Catfish Tray
$80.00
Always popular, accompanied by cocktail and tartar sauces. (Appetizers for 10-15)
Fried Or Grilled Chicken Tender Tray
$60.00
Chicken breast tenders fried golden brown, accompanied by camp sauce. (50 pcs)
Boiled Shrimp Tray
$85.00
Gulf Shrimp, boiled in Don’s seasonings accompanied by cocktail sauce. (Appetizers for 10-15)
Poboy Tray
$65.00
Fried Catfish, Fried Shrimp or Fried Oyster piled high on French bread dressed with mayo, lettuce, tomato and pickles. (15-3” sandwiches)
Shrimp Salad Tray
$55.00 - $95.00
Fresh Louisiana cold boiled shrimp set on a bed of lettuce with tomatoes, eggs, croutons, red onion and parmesan sheese. Small (Appetizers for 8-10), Large (Appetizers for 15-20)
Garden Salad Tray
$20.00 - $30.00
An assortment of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, parmesan and croutons with your choice of dressing. Small (Appetizers for 8-10), Large (Appetizers for 15-20)
Pasta Tray
$55.00 - $105.00
Shrimp, crawfish tails or chicken tossed in Don’s alfredo sauce topped with cheese and baked golden brown. Small (Appetizers for 8-10), Large (Appetizers for 20-30)
Gallon of Gumbo, Bisque or Etouffee
$90.00
served with rice and bread (serves 8-10)
Gallon of Red Beans
$60.00
served with rice and bread (serves 8-10)
Cajun Cravings
Spinach And Artichoke Dip
$95.00
A Don’s favorite, served with chips. (Appetizers for 10-15)
Boudin Balls
$55.00
An Acadiana favorite made with pork rice and served with pepper jelly. (40 pcs.)
Hush Puppies
$20.00
Our version of the famous Southern classic. (40 pcs.)
Macaroni & Cheese
$45.00
Just like Grandma’s. (Serves 10-15)
Steamed Vegetables
$35.00
(Serves 10-15)
Potato Salad
$15.00
By the quart (serves 6-8)
Mashed Potatoes
$35.00
(Serves 10-15)
Sweet Potato Casserole
$35.00
(Serves 10-15)
Homemade Bread Pudding Or Brownies
$35.00
(Serves 15-20)
Beverages
Sweet Tea
$12.00
(1 Gallon)
Unsweetened Tea
$12.00
(1 Gallon)
Lemonade
$12.00
(1 Gallon)
Grilled Chicken Tenders
$55.00
Includes mashed potatoes or steamed veggies, green beans and bread pudding
Grilled Shrimp & Catfish
$65.00
Includes mashed potatoes or steamed veggies, green beans and bread pudding
Grilled Salmon
$65.00
Includes mashed potatoes or steamed veggies, green beans and bread pudding
Fried Catfish
$60.00
Includes fries or mashed potatoes, hush puppies, coleslaw, and bread pudding
Fried Shrimp
$65.00
Includes fries or mashed potatoes, hush puppies, coleslaw, and bread pudding
Fried Chicken Tenders
$55.00
Includes fries or mashed potatoes, hush puppies, coleslaw, and bread pudding
Fried Shrimp & Catfish
$65.00
Includes fries or mashed potatoes, hush puppies, coleslaw, and bread pudding
Grilled Catfish
$60.00
Includes mashed potatoes or steamed veggies, green beans and bread pudding
Grilled Shrimp
$65.00
Includes mashed potatoes or steamed veggies, green beans and bread pudding
Brunch
21 items
Brunch
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
From The Bar
Bottomless Mimosa
$12.00
Fresh orange juice and champagne served by the carafe or by the glass
Don's Bloody Mary
$5.00
House specialty
Voodoo Marie
$12.00
20oz Bloody Mary with Tito's and a whole bunch of veggies.
Bourbon of choice, Cherry & Orange Angostura Bitters and Signature Sugar Stick.
Coffee Brews
Cajun Latte
$6.00
An adult version of a latte: coffee spiked with run and sweetened with rum sauce
Nutty Irishman
$6.00
Coffee spiked with Jameson, Frangelico, Baileys Irish Cream.
Brunch Specialties
Crab Cake Atchafalaya
$19.00
Fried crab cakes topped with Louisiana crawfish cream sauce.
Chicken and Waffles
$13.00
Homemade waffles topped with our Camp Chicken and maple syrup. Served with fruit.
Crawfish Scrambler
$14.00
Scrambled eggs, Louisiana crawfish, Poche’s andouille sausage, topped with cheddar cheese. Served with diced hashbrowns and fruit.
Bayou Benedict
$14.00
Poached eggs over a biscuit, topped with Poche’s andouille sausage, Louisiana crawfish and hollandaise. Served with diced hashbrowns and fruit.
Crab Cake Benedict
$19.00
Poached eggs over fried crab cakes, topped with hollandaise. Served with diced hashbrowns and fruit
Shrimp and Grits
$20.00
Grilled Gulf shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce over sweet corn grits.
A La Carte
Bacon
$4.00
Biscuits
$4.00
Waffle
$4.00
Hash Browns
$4.00
Scrambled Eggs
$4.00
Fruit Bowl
$4.00
Kids Menu
5 items
Kids Menu
ALL MEALS INCLUDE A SOFT DRINK. Includes French fries or sweet potato fries. *Grilled or Fried. Recommended for kids ages 10 and under.
CHICKEN TENDERS*
$9.95
POPCORN SHRIMP*
$9.95
CATFISH*
$9.95
HAMBURGER
$9.95
GRILLED CHEESE
$9.95
Dessert Menu
5 items
Dessert
WHITE CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING
$7.95
BROWNIE À LA MODE
$7.95
COBBLER À LA MODE
$7.95
CHEESECAKE
$7.95
Homemade; plain, strawberry, or blueberry topping
TURTLE CHEESECAKE
$8.95
Topped with chocolate syrup, pecans, and caramel.
Reviews
4.5
3,781 reviews
5 stars
2,698
4 stars
590
3 stars
228
2 stars
122
1 star
143
JC
J C
today
4.0
It’s legendary in the area, but definitely has a chain feel now. Service was great, food was good and atmosphere was clean but not terribly unique. Would be cool if they could show off their authenticity and the local vibe with a less conventional and more interesting and eclectic atmosphere.
JV
Jay Vas
Sep 26, 2026
5.0
I think I’ve tried everything on the menu, I only came out here for work but this place is amazing, great people, atmosphere, and the food is so good. You have to have the jacked up char-grilled oysters. Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, crab au gratin is great (not a large portion but worth it) and stuffed red snapper I think are my favorites. This time I tried 1/2 fried shrimp and 1/2 fried crawfish, very good too!
LA
Logan Alfred
Sep 21, 2026
3.0
I come to Don’s Seafood often, and first and foremost, I want to say that I normally love the food and the service. Unfortunately, today’s experience was disappointing.
I specifically told our server, Riley, that today was my mom’s birthday. Birthdays are very special to me and my family, so I was disappointed when nothing was done to acknowledge her birthday.
What really bothered me was that the table right next to us was celebrating a birthday as well, and the staff came over and gave them the full birthday chant. After seeing that, I asked Riley why my mom didn’t receive the same treatment, especially since I had already told her it was her birthday. Her response was simply that she didn’t know.
I’m not trying to be petty or ask for special treatment. I just expected the same treatment that was given to another table right beside us. Seeing one birthday acknowledged while my mom’s was overlooked honestly made me feel uncomfortable and stereotyped, and that’s not a feeling I expected to leave Don’s Seafood with.
We’ve had many good experiences here, which is exactly why this one stood out so much. I hope management addresses this because every guest celebrating a special occasion should feel equally welcomed and acknowledged.
ET
Elaine Tagge
Sep 12, 2026
5.0
friendly staff. noise travels pretty freely across tables, which isn't terribly obtrusive, but makes it difficult to talk without raising your voice a little. otherwise, it's pretty refined
the seafood spinach dip was extremely well balanced in terms of flavor, but there wasn't quite enough of it to cover all the chips, and the fried crab claws had a light sweetness that paired well with their uniquely bready coating
this was my first time having red snapper, and if you're as inexperienced with fish as i am, i'd recommend eating it a little slower than usual, to pick out any bones that might've been missed. but if you've got any interest in trying it, ABSOLUTELY GO FOR IT, YOU DESERVE IT
the texture is firm but flaky, with a subtle moistness and mild flavor that kisses you on the forehead and demurely, politely, requests a sauce of some kind. i tried it with the soy ginger glaze meant for the salmon, and it unironically felt like slathering ambrosia of the gods with divine nectar. bonus points if you pair it with something like sweet potato fries, which bring a tasteful crunch to it
all that being said, the thing that REALLY pulls it together is the grilled corn. naturally sweet and perfectly firm, this stuff is coated in a light, savory butter that somehow doesn't complicate the process of eating it by hand, since it comes on the cob. when i took my first bite i could've sworn that i tasted the kiss of an angel who never once knew sin
it might seem like i'm being hyperbolic but this is genuinely so serious. not sponsored by big don. eat with your heart y'all
CC
Cris Correa
Sep 7, 2026
1.0
My server, Carla was polite however extremely distracted. I waited 20 mins from the time I received my menu until I was asked to order. Waited almost 30 mins until I could get her attention for my check (ignored a fellow coworker who was politely asked to get her attention). Her side conversations with what seemed to be family or friends was far more important than her customers. I did share my concerns with her upon asking for feedback.
A couple days later I noticed "Carla" charged my card a $60 tip... supposedly a complete accident.
Aside from this poor service experience... char grilled oysters were good. Raw oysters don't recommend as they were extremely salty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dons Seafood - Lafayette
Does Dons Seafood - Lafayette accept reservations?
Yes, Dons Seafood - Lafayette accepts reservations for your convenience.
What are the brunch hours at Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Brunch is not available Monday through Friday.
What meals are served at Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
They serve lunch, brunch, and dinner.
What types of payment does Dons Seafood - Lafayette accept?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
Does Dons Seafood - Lafayette offer pickup and delivery services?
Yes, they offer in-store pickup and curbside pickup services.
What is the attire recommended for dining at Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
The recommended attire is casual.
Is there outdoor seating available at Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
Yes, they have outdoor seating available.
What are the typical hours of operation at Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
From Monday to Thursday, they are open 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM; Friday 10:30 AM to 11:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM; and Sunday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are there other dining options nearby Dons Seafood - Lafayette?
Yes, nearby dining options include Don's on Johnston and DON'S Seafood—all offering Cajun and Creole cuisine, giving you more variety in the local seafood scene.
What local shops and services are near Dons Seafood - Lafayette that might be useful to visitors?
Local businesses nearby include Sherwin-Williams for hardware needs, Bell's Sporting Goods for fitness equipment, and The Music Box for music education. Visitors can easily combine visits to these places with a meal at Dons Seafood.
Are there recreational or fitness facilities near Dons Seafood - Lafayette for visitors interested in wellness?
Yes, nearby gyms like Personally Fit, Forged Fitness, and Lafayette Strong Muay Thai offer fitness options close to Dons Seafood, perfect for guests seeking activities before or after dining.
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