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Best Soul Food in Natchitoches

Smothered pork chop on South Drive
The line changes daily

The line changes daily

Food is served cafeteria style, and the menu rotates from day to day. Walk the line, see what's out that day, and pick your plate.
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Pick your sides

Mac N Cheese and sweet potato casserole go right alongside the pork chop, and there's a piece of cornbread on the tray.
Fried fish and étouffée

Fried fish and étouffée

If it's on the line, try the fried fish, or the crawfish étouffée over rice. And the gumbo's worth a bowl.
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Amazing southern cooking happening here!!! A good friend invited us to lunch at one of his favorite places, he promised delicious food. Food is served cafeteria style. I had the shrimp & crawfish ettoufee & green beans and hubby had the smothered pork chop steaks. Delicious, comfort food. Highly recommend.

Gus F.

This restaurant is SO good. The food tastes homemade in the best way, like real soul food made with love. Everything was flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and the portions were more than enough. The vibe is super welcoming and the service is great everyone is friendly and makes you feel comfortable right away. This is the kind of place you go when you want comfort food that actually hits. If you’re craving real soul food, this spot does not disappoint. I’ll definitely be back.

Alivia J.

Great Food! Wonderful customer service. I would recommend you try their fried fish & crawfish e'touffee over rice. The gumbo is delicious!

Chris P.

The food here is wonderful. The menu rotates from day to day. We came in on a Sunday, and although I don't remember the exact offerings, I do remember that I had the smothered pork chop. I'm not a big gravy guy, but this was one of the most tender pork chops I've ever eaten. I chose the sweet potato casserole and Mac N Cheese as the sides with a piece of cornbread and a Dr Pepper. The sweet potato casserole was good, but could be better. It reminded me of pumpkin pie filling. The Mac N Cheese,…

David K.

When I walked in the aroma of home cooking got my attention in a good way. Friendly service and great food. Everything was seasoned perfectly. The restaurant was clean and the atmosphere gave me the feeling that locals came here often. The owner even came and introduced himself and was very kind and friendly. So if you want that great lunch plate special and home cooking, this place is a must go to. It was our first time in Natchitoches for the Christmas lights and it was a great introduction…

Brian S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular dishes?

I've Got the Recipe is known for soul food with Cajun and Louisiana touches. Our most popular dishes include:

  • Creamy Mac & Cheese: Elbow macaroni is baked in a rich, creamy cheese sauce.
  • Fried Catfish & Etouffee: Crispy golden fried catfish is topped with a rich Cajun etouffee over rice, with a choice of one side.
  • Etouffee & Rice: A rich, thick Cajun stew ladled over white rice, with a choice of one side.
  • Red Beans & Rice with Sausage: Creamy red beans simmered with onions, bell peppers, and celery over white rice, served with smoked sausage and a choice of two sides.
  • Smothered Pork Chop over Rice: Tender pork chop smothered in rich brown gravy over white rice, with a choice of two sides.

Check out our full menu.

What are you known for?

We’re known for Southern soul food in Natchitoches, including fried catfish, smothered pork chops, red beans and rice, and creamy macaroni and cheese.

  • American Food: Comfort food ranges from cheeseburgers and fried catfish to smothered pork chops, creamy macaroni, and vegetable sides. Examples include Cheeseburger, Fried Catfish Plate, Smothered Pork Chop over Rice, Creamy Mac & Cheese, and Mustard Greens.
  • Southern Food: Southern staples bring together fried fish, pork chops over rice, red beans with cornbread, and sweet potato casserole. Examples include Fried Catfish Plate, Smothered Pork Chop over Rice, Red Beans & Rice with Cornbread, and Sweet Potato Casserole.
  • Soul Food: Soul food favorites span catfish and smothered pork chops alongside mustard greens, creamy macaroni, and rice with gravy. Examples include Fried Catfish Plate, Smothered Pork Chop over Rice, Mustard Greens, Creamy Mac & Cheese, and Rice & Gravy.
  • Lunch: Lunch offers cheeseburgers, fried catfish plates, and rice-based dishes featuring smothered pork chops, étouffée, or red beans with sausage. Examples include Cheeseburger, Fried Catfish Plate, Smothered Pork Chop over Rice, Etouffee & Rice, and Red Beans & Rice with Sausage.
  • Drinks: Pair your meal with sweet or unsweetened tea, a fountain drink, or Kool-Aid. Examples include Fountain Drink, Unsweetened Tea, Sweet Tea, and Kool-Aid.

Additionally, explore Cajun Food.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Do you offer catering?

Yes! I've Got the Recipe offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events.

Visit our catering page for more information.

What payment methods do you accept?

When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Natchitoches, Vienna Bend, Bethel, Grand Ecore, Irma, Luella, Point Place, Clarence, Natchez, Natchitoches County, Hyams, Bermuda, Hagewood, St. Maurice, Crews, Provencal, Flora, Victoria, Campti, and Kadesh.

Our location

Map showing the location of I've Got the Recipe on 109 South Dr in Natchitoches
I've Got the Recipe

Natchitoches, LA

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