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Join us every Wednesday for Burger Night! Specialty burgers crafted from our team. Each is served and the introductory price of $12 and comes with fries or sweet potato chips.

The Nick* - hand cut bacon, candied jalapeno, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, red onions, roasted red pepper aioli

The Mike* - blue cheese, blueberry reduction. Dressed with spring lettuce mix, red onions, and basil aioli

The Coy* - cheddar cheese, Jalapeño slaw, fried onion strings, with a honey reduction

The Mitchell* - 3-pepper candied bacon, pepper-jack cheese, fried onion strings, bbq sauce, butter lettuce, b&b pickles

Blue Dog Burger* - 8 oz handmade patty, cheddar, red onion, butter lettuce, tomato, b&b pickles, & creolaise

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The Veggie - grilled eggplant, cumin tahini sauce, roasted red bell pepper, goat cheese crumbles, spiced honey

* Protein Substitution - a turkey patty may be substituted for an up-charge of $1

Happy Hour Specials All Night

Plus, join us as we extend our Happy Hour drink specials all night:

Double drinks for the price of a single (single call & well liquors only)
$2 domestic longnecks
$3 craft beer cans
50% off select draught

Perfect for Rehearsal Dinners, Holiday Parties, Networking Events, Fundraisers and Wedding Receptions

One of Lafayette's best banquet rooms!

We have a versatile space that can be configured to make your event comfortable and memorable.

We can accommodate small or large (up to 85 people) seated groups. For larger groups, please contact us.

The world famous artworks of George Rodrigue create a visually delightful and fun atmosphere.

Our beautiful private courtyard and gazebo area surrounds the banquet room with multiple access doors.

We offer a range of service styles including full menu service, set plated menu options, or buffet style to suit your budget.

We will customize your bar service to fit your budget, or provide full cash bar service.

Click image below to view our price per person catering guide and suggested menus.

Happy 4th of July from our team at Blue Dog Cafe of Lafayette!

The restaurant will be closed on the 4th in observance of the Holiday. Reopening on Friday, July 5th.

We hope you can join us soon!

Pictured below: “Star-Spangled Blue Dog” by George Rodrigue

We hope you have had a chance to meet our new GM, Mitchell Pellerin! Very happy to him on our team, please read below.

Mitchell Pellerin has been named General Manager of Blue Dog Café in Lafayette, La. Pellerin brings national market and brand expertise to the 20-year-old popular eatery. His résumé includes a who’s who of Louisiana and national restaurants. The 2000 University of Louisiana Lafayette Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management graduate did his Management Internship with Walt Disney World®, Fla. He earned his Sommelier Certification in 2003 at the Court of Master Sommeliers and his Spirits Certification in 2002 with the Walt Disney Company® while in Orlando.

Prior to coming to Blue Dog Café, Pellerin was the general manager at Lafayette-based Romacelli Bistro e Vino. Before that, Pellerin worked as part of the Walk On’s Enterprises team. He was responsible for the daily operation of a $6 million per year, 200-seat, casual dining restaurant as a manager at Walk On’s Bistreaux & Bar in Lafayette. He also managed weekly schedules of over 150 employees in four departments along with the daily ongoing training and development for all staff members.

Pellerin served as the senior operations manager for ESPN Zone in Las Vegas, Nev. for five years. He was responsible for the daily operations of a $13 million per year location including a 450-seat restaurant, two bars, a retail store, and a video game arena.

Stints at Walt Disney World® Resort’s Epcot in Orlando included restaurant service management at the German and Canadian Pavilions.

“Blue Dog Café has undergone many changes in the last year so that we can better serve the Lafayette community and honor my father’s legacy,” said Jacques Rodrigue, owner of Blue Dog Café. “We are very excited to bring on Mitchell as new General Manager because of his vast experience nationally and locally in the hospitality industry. I am certain that he will continue us on our improvement path, and we hope everyone in Acadiana gets a chance to enjoy a dining experience with us soon.”

“I am excited to be working with Jacques and the team in the kitchen,” said Pellerin. “The menus and restaurant continue to evolve nearly every day. I hear so many amazing comments from the customers, both new and long-time. The reception for what is happening in the restaurant is very positive. It’s the best blend of culture and cuisine for locals and tourists alike.”

Blue Dog Cafe has updated and expanded our menu featuring FIVE new items!

Plus, the restaurant recently added new daily lunch specials:

Monday
Red Beans and Rice with Chicken $12