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pierre bossier mall boasts toby keith’s i love this bar & grill, forever 21, dillard’s, and jcpenney featuring sephora and a state of the art children’s soft play area, free wifi and a full service food court. conveniently located just minutes from barksdale air force base, seven casinos, and the louisiana downs horse racing facility. pierrebossiermall.com | savings guides for mall st. vincent and pierre bossier mall are located at the airport, hotels, convention center and tourist information centers.
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10 ESSENTIAL SEE IT Explore hundreds of paintings and sculptures at R.W. Norton Art Gallery, ShreveportBossier’s largest museum. Home to masterpieces by such well-known artists as Mary Cassatt and Auguste Rodin, R.W. Norton Art Gallery sits on 40 beautifully landscaped acres featuring trails, sculpture gardens and more. See listing p. 21
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Shop for one-of-a-kind items created by local artisans at The Agora Borealis, an artist’s marketplace in downtown Shreveport. From original works of art to handcrafted jewelry and furniture, this unique shop provides a window into the vibrant local arts scene. See listing p. 32
Visit Great Raft Brewing, ShreveportBossier’s first craft brewery and tasting room, where craft beer lovers can tour the brewery and enjoy beer just feet from where it was brewed. The tasting room features small-batch and limited edition brews that you won’t find anywhere else. See listing p. 50
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Discover the charm of rural Louisiana by traveling the Boom or Bust Byway. This scenic byway tour winds its way through historic towns like Oil City, Plain Dealing and Homer. Download the GPS-driven tour onto your smartphone by searching for the free “N LA Byways” app in iTunes or Google Play, or check out a handheld device at the Visitor Center at 629 Spring Street in downtown Shreveport. (318) 222-9391. www.boomorbustbyway.com
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Try your luck at ShreveportBossier’s six riverboat casinos and one “racino,” which offer 24-hour excitement for gaming enthusiasts. Whether you love a good slot machine or enjoy table games such as craps and roulette, you’ll find excitement here. For more information about casinos in Shreveport-Bossier, visit www.shreveport-bossier.org/casinos.
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Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of live thoroughbred racing every May through September and quarter horse racing from January through March at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs, home to a nearly yearround calendar of live horse racing action. See listing p. 12 Looking for a good game of poker? Get “dealt in” at Eldorado Casino Shreveport and Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel and Casino, where serious players and beginners alike can enjoy dedicated poker rooms designed especially to meet their needs. See listings p. 12 & 13
TASTE IT Grab a seat at Herby-K’s, a historic seafood restaurant that’s been run by the same family since 1936, and order up a “Shrimp Buster.” This unique twist on the shrimp po-boy features jumbo Gulf shrimp that are pounded flat, fried and stacked on buttery French bread. See listing p. 44
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Treat yourself to a slice of pie that Southern Living has ranked among the “Top 10 Pies in the South” at Strawn’s Eat Shop. Try the strawberry icebox pie or a slice of velvety butterscotch or seasonal Ruston peach. See listing p. 48 Experience award-winning steak, seafood and cocktails at 2Johns Steak and Seafood. Ranked as one of the “Top 100 Steakhouses in the United States” by OpenTable.com, 2Johns specializes in USDA Prime steaks, fresh Gulf seafood and artfully crafted cocktails. See listing p. 45
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WELCOME TO SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER Chef Panderina Soumas, owner of Soumas Heritage Creole Creations, celebrates the best in Creole cuisine with her array of pre-packaged food mixes based on her family’s Creole history and recipes. She shares her rich heritage in Soumas Heritage Creole Cookbook, and she is a culinary artisan caterer. Panderina is a mainstay at local events like the Shreveport Farmer’s Market, Mudbug Madness Festival and Red River Revel Arts Festival. (See p. 24 for annual events) Visitors can purchase pre-packaged red beans and rice, jambalaya and more at www.SoumasHeritageCreole.com.
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CASINOS Shreveport-Bossier’s six riverfront casinos and horseracing track lend 24-hour excitement to Louisiana’s Other Side. Live like a high roller and enjoy the Vegas-style gaming, tasty cuisine, opulent lodging, fun entertainment and more.
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Resort 3 Eldorado Casino Shreveport
Boomtown Casino and Hotel features more than 180 rooms and suites, three restaurants, gift shop, and a lounge with live entertainment. The casino features more than 1,000 slot machines and 25 table games, including high limit slot and video poker games. (318) 746-0711 | 300 Riverside Dr | Bossier City boomtownbossier.com
Eldorado Resort Casino offers more than 400 luxurious rooms and suites, four award-winning restaurants, full-service spa, hot nightlife and entertainment in the Celebrity Lounge. Experience the gaming excitement with more than 1,500 slots and video poker machines and the premier poker room. (318) 220-0711 | 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport eldoradoshreveport.com
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4 Harrah’s Louisiana Downs
DiamondJacks Casino and Resort features more than 500 rooms, resort-style pool, full-service sports bar with weekend entertainment, fitness center, and RV hookups. Experience the gaming action with an entire floor of penny slots and a variety of table games. (318) 678-7777 | 711 DiamondJacks Blvd | Bossier City | diamondjacks.com
This entertainment complex offers live thoroughbred racing May through September and daily simulcast racing from across the country. The casino features more than 1,400 slots and a high limit area. Try one of the four restaurants including a seafood and jazz brunch on Sundays. Harrah’s Louisiana Downs is also home to the Super Derby, the premier race of the season. (318) 742-5555 | 8000 E Texas St | Bossier City | ladowns.com
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5 Horseshoe Casino & Hotel Horseshoe Casino and Hotel is a luxurious casino resort with more than 600 suites, full-service spa, fitness center, Dare Dayclub and Ultra Pool, CMT Crossroads Bar, nightlife, five restaurants and a variety of retail shopping. The casino offers an exciting mix of nearly 1,600 slots, more than 50 world-class table games and the famous World Series of Poker Room. Experience the headline concert entertainment at the Riverdome. (318) 742-0711 | 711 Horseshoe Blvd | Bossier City horseshoebossiercity.com
6 Margaritaville Resort and Casino Margaritaville Resort and Casino features more than 400 rooms and luxury suites, spa, tropical pool deck and concert hall for live performances and entertainment. Sip an island concoction at the legendary 5 O’clock Somewhere Bar or experience more than 1,300 slot machines and 46 table games. Enjoy dining experiences at the buffet, Margaritaville Restaurant and riverfront steak and seafood restaurant. (318) 698-7177 | 777 Margaritaville Way | Bossier City margaritavillebossiercity.com
Town 7 Sam’s Hotel & Casino Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino features more than 500 rooms and suites, a spa, fitness center, a pool area and 18,000 square feet of flexible and versatile meeting space. The casino fun includes more than 1,100 slots. Enjoy the live music and entertainments at Sam’s Town Live and satisfy a culinary craving at one of four restaurants. (318) 424-7777 | 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | samstownshreveport.com
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THINGS TO SEE & DO Come experience the many wonderful things to see and do in Shreveport-Bossier. Whether it’s enjoying a cruise on the Red River, zip-lining over alligators or learning about Caddo Indian culture, there’s always something fun to do.
Family Fun Air U Trampoline Park
Air U is an indoor trampoline park that offers tumble tramps, foam pits and trampoline dodgeball courts. (318) 606-2367 | 424 Ashley Ridge | Shreveport | flyairu.com
All Star Lanes Bowling Center
All Star Lanes offers traditional bowling on 32 lanes for the whole family. Watch your favorite sports on eight flat-screen TVs or challenge your friends in the game room. (318) 687-3676 | 9130 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport
Gardens of the American Rose Center
Serene forest setting nestled within 118 acres of beautiful roses, jonquils, dogwoods, magnolias and more. The center is headquarters for the American Rose Society. More than 20,000 roses are planted in 60 spectacular individual gardens. (318) 938-5402 | 8877 Jefferson Paige Road | Shreveport | ars.org
Gators and Friends Alligator Park and Exotic Zoo
Ark-La-Tex Flyboard
Ark-La-Tex Flyboard is the only place within 200 miles that you can experience the thrill of “flying” above the water. Flyboarding is a unique water sport and great recreational activity. (844) TRY-2FLY | 1550 Cross Lake Blvd | Shreveport | arklatexflyboard.com
Cypress Black Bayou Nature Study Center
Cypress Black Bayou Nature Study Center features swimming, fishing, 4.5 miles of trails, picnic area, petting zoo and comprehensive nature center. (318) 965-5800 | 545 Beach Cir | Benton | cypressblackbayou.com
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This park is a great place to see alligators wrestle and swim during daily feeding shows, as well as pet a baby gator. Experience the ultimate adventure and zip-line through the woods and over the alligators and exotic animals. (318) 938-1199 | 11441 Hwy 80 | Greenwood | gatorsandfriends.com
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Holiday Lanes
Holiday Lanes is a beautiful, smoke-free 44-lane center that has been familyowned and operated since 1960. With state-of-the-art technology and a professional staff, Holiday Lanes delivers great food, fun and entertainment. Enjoy intergalactic glow-in-the-dark bowling every Friday and Saturday night. (318) 746-7331 | 3316 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | bowlholidaylanes.com
Holy Roller Skatepark
This indoor skate park features ramps, hand rails, ledges and more. The skate shop offers apparel and snacks. (318) 747-8944 | 3400 Industrial Dr | Bossier City
Local’s Favorites David Doe David co-manages Herby K’s with his wife Angela. R.W. Norton Art Gallery. “It’s so peaceful, but it also has lots of cool art. I enjoy taking our daughter there and letting her experience it. It’s a cool place and she enjoys looking around.”
Highland Jazz and Blues Festival. “I just went to this festival at Columbia Park and it was really cool, too.”
Festival Plaza. “There’s always something going on, like Mudbug Madness and the Red River Revel Arts Festival. Those are always a lot of fun.”
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Island Fun
Located at the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets, this Fun Factory center offers the latest in hi-tech video games and lots of prizes. (318) 747-8487 | 324 Plaza Lp | Bossier City | funfactorygames.com
Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center
Jubilee Zoo
Pet and feed animals, ride the carousel ponies, tour the zoo on a hayride, moonwalk or picnic in the playground area. (318) 929-7387 | 6402 Highway 1 North | Shreveport | jubileezoo.com
OFF Limits Paintball
OFF Limits Paintball is Louisiana’s oldest and largest paintball facility with more than 50 acres and 12-plus playing fields. Picnic tables and concessions available. (318) 987-2696 | 610 Robinson Rd | Elm Grove | offlimitspaintball.com
Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center is a hands-on science and entertainment center featuring more than 290 exhibits, daily changing programs, an IMAX Dome Theater, laser Space Dome Planetarium, gift shop and café. (318) 424-3466 | 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | sciport.org
Splash Kingdom Waterpark
Party Central Family Fun Center
Party Central offers activites for everyone at the family fun center. Enjoy the indoor arcade, jungle gym and concessions. Outdoors enjoy go-karts, bumper boats, spin zone bumper cars, kiddie rides, miniature golf, batting cages, bungee trampoline and rock climbing. (318) 742-7529 | 4401 Viking Dr | Bossier City | partycentralinfo.com
Planet Fun
Planet Fun is a one-of-a-kind family center. Bring the kids to enjoy laser tag, a four-level soft playland, arcade, pizza and other concessions. (318) 741-3547 | 2385 Airline Dr | Bossier City | planetfunbossier.com
Red River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
The interpretive center features exhibits that bring fragile features of the National Wildlife Refuge into spaces that allow people to touch, hear, see and understand the natural beauty. (318) 742-1219 | 150 Eagle Bend Point | Bossier City | fws.gov/refuge/red_river/
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Splash Kingdom is a family-friendly waterpark that offers plenty of summer fun for everyone. The water park’s mission is to glorify God, while providing safe and fun water recreation for families. Enjoy the wave pool, more than a dozen slides, children’s area and relaxing lazy river. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. (318) 938-5475 | 7670 W 70th St | Shreveport | splashkingdomwaterpark.com
Splat Zone Paintball
Splat Zone Paintball is a kid-friendly paintball facility located at Crystal Lake Park on Barksdale Air Force Base. The facility has four large playing fields and offers covered picnic areas and BBQ pits. Ages 7 and up. Reservations required. (318) 309-4152 | 100 Range Rd | Barksdale AFB | splatzone.net
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Galleries and Museums
Bossier Parish Library Historical Center
Learn about the people and culture of Bossier Parish. Peruse the exhibits, books and historical photos. (318) 746-7717 | 2206 Beckett St | Bossier City | bossierhistory.org
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Captain Fletcher E. Adams 357th Fighter Group Museum Connect to the arts in wonderful, new and exciting ways at a miraculous place where anything can happen. It is your destination for arts, food and fun. Gift shop and cafe. (318) 673-6535 | 710 Texas Ave | Shreveport | artspaceshreveport.com
Barksdale Global Power Museum
This museum is located on Barksdale Air Force Base, a Strategic Air Command base and important bomber and missile base. The museum has six galleries including one dedicated to President George W. Bush’s stop at BAFB right after the tragedies of September 11. (318) 456-4171 | 88 Shreveport Rd | Barksdale AFB | barksdaleglobalpowermuseum.com
The 357th Fighter Group is legendary for its victorious air-to-air combat record, the most of any P-51 group in the Eighth Air Force. Call for an appointment. (318) 284-3231 | 7001 E Magnolia Ave | Ida | 357thFighterGroupMuseum.org
East Bank Gallery
Regional artists works are prominently rotated throughout the gallery. Visit the website for a list of exhibitions. (318) 741-8310 | 630 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City | www.bossierarts.org
Gallery Fine Art Center
This Brunner Gallery affiliate features local, regional, national and international art including original paintings, photography, glass and sculptures. (318) 741-9192 | 2151 Airline Dr | Bossier City | www.gfacla.com
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J. Bennett Johnson Waterway Regional Visitor Center
Louisiana State Oil & Gas Museum
Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum
Located in aptly-named Oil City, the Louisiana State Oil and Gas Museum interprets the fascinating drama of Louisiana’s early oil industry history through photographs, films and life-size dioramas. (318) 995-6845 | 200 S Land Ave | Oil City | sos.louisiana. gov/tabid/242/default.aspx
Learn about the Red River, past and present. The center tells the story of how the Corps of Engineers worked to tame the mighty Red for navigation and recreation. (318) 677-2673 | 700 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | www.mvk. usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/ JBennettJohnstonVisitorCenter.aspx
This museum system houses the world’s largest private holding of original documents and manuscripts. The library provides special educational programs and lectures. Call for an appointment. (318) 861-7615 | 3201 Centenary Blvd | Shreveport | karpeles.org
Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras Museum
This museum highlights more than a decade of Mardi Gras in North Louisiana and is considered a work in progress. Call for an appointment. (318) 2182865 | 2101 East Texas St | Bossier City | mardigrasmuseum.org
Meadows Museum of Art
Located on the campus of Centenary College, the museum’s permanent collection features the work of French academic artist Jean Despujols documenting the people of Indochina. (318) 869-5169 | 2911 Centenary Blvd | Shreveport | centenary.edu/meadows
Multicultural Center of the South
Louisiana State Exhibit Museum Through cultural exhibits, and artistic demonstrations, visitors can tour exhibits that reflect the cultures of Creoles, Hispanics, Italians, Indians and more. (318) 424-1380 | 520 Spring St | Shreveport | mccsouth.org Open since 1939, the museum is North Louisiana’s only Smithsonian-affiliated museum. It houses rare dioramas depicting the lives of indigenous people and locals and a rare collection of Caddo Indian artifacts. (318) 632-2020 | 3015 Greenwood Rd | Shreveport | friendsoflsem.org
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Norsworthy Gallery
One of downtown’s hidden gems features premier artists from around the country, local water colorists, student works, Louisiana animal artists and paintings done by Gwen Norsworthy. (318) 424-6764 | 214 Texas Ave | Shreveport | thenorsworthy.com
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www.mccsouth.org Pamoja Art Society / Cultural Art Center
520 Spring Street Shreveport, LA 71101 • 318-424-1380 R. W. Norton Art Gallery
Pamoja Cultural Art Center offers art exhibits, workshops, art classes, theatrical plays, cultural dance classes, lectures and poetry expressions. Pamoja is a clearinghouse for African-American visual and performing artists in northwest Louisiana. (318) 638-8739 | 3806 Linwood Ave | Shreveport | pamojaartsociety.org
Pioneer Heritage Center
A tour of these plantation homes demonstrates the lives of the early settlers. Visitors will tour an original dogtrot home and medical office built in the 1830s to early 19th century. The center is located on the campus of Louisiana State University in Shreveport. (318) 797-5339 | One University Pl | Shreveport | lsus.edu
The Norton boasts a collection of more than 8,000 works of fine art and artifacts spanning 40 centuries. (318) 865-4201 | 4747 Creswell Ave | Shreveport | rwnaf.org
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Red River Crossroads Museum
Shreveport Water Works Museum
Shreveport Railroad Museum
This National Historic Landmark was built in 1887. It was the nation’s last operating steam-powered water works when the steam engines were retired in 1980. (318) 221-3388 | 142 N Common St | Shreveport | mcneillstreet.org
Take a detour from the Boom or Bust Byway (LH2) and see how the residents of the surrounding rural communities lived. (318) 296-4303 | 12797 Main St | Gilliam Railroad enthusiasts will enjoy this showcase of the history of railroads in and around Shreveport since 1860. (318) 797-8008 | 142 N Common Street | Shreveport | mcneillstreet.org *Located inside Shreveport Water Works Museum
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American Rose Center America’s Largest Garden Dedicated to Roses
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This is a living museum dedicated to the preservation of African American history, artifacts and documents. (318) 635-2147 | 2810 Lindholm St | Shreveport | stephensafricanamericanmuseum.com
Touchstone Wildlife & Art Museum
More than 1,000 mounted animals from around the world are displayed in replicated natural habitats. The museum also features displays of American Indian artifacts, Bonnie and Clyde artifacts, relics and more. (318) 9492323 | 3386 Hwy 80 E | Haughton | touchstonemuseum.com
Vivian Railroad Station Museum
Learn about the area’s railroad history. Each meticulously restored room exhibits a diverse array of North Caddo Parish history. (318) 375-5300 | 100 Front St | Vivian
Scenic/Home Tours Boom or Bust Byway
This scenic byway takes you through small towns chock full of treasures, history and fine eating. The Boom or Bust Byway (LA Hwy. 2) is comprised of Caddo, Bossier, Webster and Claiborne parishes. Check out a free GPS at the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau located at 629 Spring St., Shreveport. (800) 551-8682 | LA Hwy 2 | Shreveport | boomorbustbyway.com
Davis Home Place
This home dates back to 1916 and was built with the finest luxuries of that era including pocket doors, push button lights, high ceilings and even a music room. Today, the home has some odd occurrences such as voices, tapping noises and evidence of a ghost. Call for an appointment. (318) 221-3881 | 804 Wilkinson St | Shreveport
Shreveport Water Works Museum at the McNeill Street Pumping Station
A National Historic Landmark From The Age of Steam Free Admission Open weekdays and Saturdays
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Heritage Village
See how people at the turn of the century lived. Tour the old Hughes House, school house and log cabin. Call for an appointment with a minimum of five people. (318) 965-9166 | 414 Sibley St | Benton
ghost walk. The Oakland Cemetery tour begins at 1 p.m. on Saturdays in the parking lot east of the cemetery. These are outdoor tours from May through October, weather permitting. (318) 200-0711 | 501 Texas St | Shreveport | shrevetownghostwalk.com
Logan Mansion
Spirit of the Red River Cruise
The Logan Mansion, a magnificent 1897 Queen Anne Victorian home, offers a narrated tour complete with ghost stories. Special holiday tours offered for Halloween and Christmas. Call for an appointment. (318) 459-2285 | 725 Austin Pl | Shreveport | theloganmansion.com
Medjoy Historic Home
Medjoy is the former residence of the president of Dodd College, a junior college for girls that operated from 19271942. It is on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours by appointment only. (318) 861-4424 | 601 Ockley Dr | Shreveport
Shreve Town Ghost Walk
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This boat tour on the Red River showcases Shreveport-Bossier’s waterways and community from a different vantage point. The boat captain points out the casinos, historical bridges, museums, riverfront shopping and beautiful birds and fauna of the river. Open March through November, weather permitting. (318) 564-3560 | 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | redrivercruise.com
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Movie Theaters Cinemark Tinseltown 17
This theater has stadium seating, digital sound and huge screens. (800) 326-3264 | 8400 Millicent Way | Shreveport | cinemark.com
Regal Cinemas Bossier Corners 9
Enjoy nine screens of the latest movie releases. (318) 742-9922 | 2800 Shed Rd | Bossier City | regalmovies.com
Regal Louisiana Boardwalk Stadium 14 & IMAX
Relax and enjoy a movie at the Outlets at Louisiana Boardwalk. (318) 7429896 | 2 River Colony Dr | Bossier City | regalmovies.com
Robinson Film Center
This movie theater features independent, international and classic cinema. It also offers educational programming and an upstairs bar and bistro. (318) 424-9090 | 617 Texas St | Shreveport | robinsonfilmcenter.org
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FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS Come experience Shreveport-Bossier’s year-round events that bring people together to celebrate seasons and traditions like Mardi Gras, Cajun and Creole cuisine and music like jazz, zydeco, country, gospel and blues.
JANUARY 1/3 Twelfth Night Celebration
This celebration is the first official introduction to the Mardi Gras season. Area krewe’s kings, queens, and royal courts are presented to the public followed by a night of food, fun and entertainment. (318) 218-2865 | 620 Benton Rd | Bossier City | kreweofgemini.com
1/17 Krewe of Sobek Mardi
1/19 Krewe of Harambee
This parade features some of the most colorful and elaborate costumes of a royal court. Onlookers are sure to get plenty of throws and candy. (318) 222-0132 | Queensborough Blvd | Shreveport | kreweofsobek.org
The Krewe of Harambee holds its annual Mardi Gras parade in conjunction with Martin Luther King Day. The parade begins at the Municipal Auditorium on Elvis Presley Ave. 705 Elvis Presley Ave | Shreveport | kreweofharambee.org
Gras Parade
Mardi Gras/MLK Day Parade
FEBRUARY 2/6 Krewe of Centaur Float-Loading Party
Explore the Krewe of Centaur den, check out floats and meet krewe royalty. Cash bar and food are available. 351 Aero Dr | Shreveport | kreweofcentaur.org
2/7 Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade
This parade features decorative floats, party bands, and more than four million beads for screaming visitors saying, “Throw me something, Mister!” Lake St at Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | kreweofcentaur.org
2/7 African American History Parade Celebration
This parade kicks off in downtown Shreveport and features floats, marching bands, motorcycle groups and more. (318) 635-2923 | Texas Ave | Shreveport
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2/8 Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Mardi Paw Parade
The Mardi Gras pet parade, sponsored by the local animal krewe, is held at Reeve’s Marine Center in Shreveport. All pet owners are invited to participate. Animal costumes are encouraged. Prizes are awarded. (318) 752-CATS | 2000 Reeves Marine Dr | Bossier City | animalkrewe.org
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Download the
Gris Gris Guide to
MARDI GRAS 2015
at Shreveport-Bossier.org/MardiGras to plan your Carnival celebration.
2/13 Krewe of Gemini
2/15 Krewe of Highland
Get a sneak peak of the floats and throws at the annual float-loading party. (318) 741-9264 | 2101 E Texas St | Bossier City | kreweofgemini.com
This parade represents the historic and diverse Highland community with floats and some of the most unique throws such as hotdogs, marshmallow peeps, and ramen noodles. (318) 402-1132 | Creswell Ave and Centenary Blv | Shreveport | thekreweofhighland.org
Float-Loading Party
2/14 Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras Parade
Masked revelers on floats, marchers, and horseback riders respond to the age old cry, “Throw me something, Mister!” by tossing beads, toys, trinkets, and collectable krewe-branded items. (318) 741-9264 | Lake St at Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | kreweofgemini.com
CORK
Mardi Gras Parade
2/17 Fat Tuesday Texas Street Bridge Closing Ceremony
The official closing of Mardi Gras season is marked by the Texas Street Bridge Closing Ceremony at midnight on Fat Tuesday. (318) 222-9391 | Texas St Bridge | Shreveport
PREMIER WINE TASTING March 28, 2015 Festival Plaza • Shreveport
www.CorkWineFestival.com
MARCH 3/21 Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators
Held at Festival Plaza, gumbo gladiators from near and far will compete for the title of Ultimate Gumbo Gladiator. Home cooks, weekend chefs and professionals are all invited to compete for the glory. The public is invited to sample gumbos and vote on their favorite. (318) 425-4413 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | gumbogladiators.com
3/21 Louisiana Redbud Festival
Always the third Saturday in March, this festival features all-day events, music on the town’s square, a parade, food booths, and arts and craft booths. (318) 426-6457 | Vivian Town Square | Vivian | laredbud.com
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3/28 ASEANA Festival
Each year the festival highlights a different Asian culture and its food, art, dance, games, martial arts and more. (318) 401-8078 | 800 Texas Ave | Shreveport | aseanafoundation.org
3/28 Cork - A Red River Revel Wine Event
Taste more than 80 wines from around the world, sample food from local restaurants and enjoy great bands. (318) 424-4000 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | corkwinefestival.com
APRIL 4/10 - 19 Holiday in Dixie
This festival includes a 10-day carnival at Festival Plaza, the Classic Parade, a treasure hunt, live music, and family fun. (318) 865-5555 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | holidayindixie.com
4/20 - 26 Artbreak
Artbreak includes hands-on art activities, dance, music, theater, food, fun and a 5K race. (318) 673-6500 | 400 Caddo St | Shreveport | shrevearts.org
4/25 Ark-La-Tex Ambassadors BBQ Cook-Off
This competitive BBQ event includes live music, carnival rides, children’s area, concessions, mechanical bull rides and more. (318) 865-5555 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | arklatexambassadors.com
4/25 ARTini
Shake in a little imagination, stir in a lot of creativity, and mix in some friendly competition. ARTini offers live music, visual art, signature martinis, and socializing served with a twist. (318) 741-8310 | Horseshoe Casino & Hotel | Bossier City | bossierarts.org
Saturday
May 2
Festival Plaza, Downtown Shreveport
FREE ADMISSION *
2015
*Free admission until 4 p.m. only. $5 Admission after 4 p.m. (Children 12 years and under are Free).
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MAY 5/2 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Celebrate the popular Mexican holiday in downtown Shreveport’s Festival Plaza. It features local Mexican fare, Chihuahua race, Mariachi bands, car show and dancers. (318) 734-7062 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | shreveportcincodemayo.com
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5/2 - 3 Barksdale Air Force Base Airshow
5/5 - 10 Poke Salad Festival
5/2 Gusher Days
Festival
The might and power of the U.S. Air Force is showcased during the annual air show at Barksdale Air Force Base. Past performers include the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. (318) 456-5502 | Barksdale Air Force Base | Bossier City | barksdaleafbairshow.com Gusher Days Festival celebrates the north Caddo Parish oil industry with music, food and entertainment. (318) 771-2437 | Hwy 1 in Earl G. Williamson Park | Oil City | gusherdaysfestival.com
The festival kicks off with a cash prize treasure hunt, pet parade, carnival, food, children’s activities, live entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Held the second weekend in May. (318) 309-2647 | Pinehill Rd | Blanchard | pokesaladfestival.com
5/21 - 24 Mudbug Madness Held every Memorial Day weekend, this four-day event features the best in zydeco, Cajun/creole food, kid’s activities, crawfish-eating contests and more. It is the premier crawfish festival in the South. (318) 226-5641 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | mudbugmadness.com
JUNE 6/6 Cross Lake Flotilla
The Cross Lake Flotilla is an annual fun-in-the-sun festival enjoyed by hundreds of boaters and land-dwellers on the shore. The nearby American Legion Post 14 offers an indoor, air conditioned experience. The flotilla features live music, a charity Poker Run by boat, food vendors, inside and outside bars, and more. (318) 635-8186 | 5315 S Lakeshore Dr | American Legion Post 14 | Shreveport | lowemcfarlanepost14.org
6/19 - 21 Let The Good Times Roll Festival
The festival was named a STS Top 20 Event because of its great line up of old-school, R&B and funk music, as well as the food and art booths. (318) 4703890 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | rhoomega.com
6/20 Sunflower Trail & Festival
With a trail of sunflowers blooming along Main Street, Hwy 3049, the town of Gilliam celebrates this with a festival filled with crafts, entertainment, food and family fun. (318) 296-4303 | 12797 Main St, Hwy 3049 | Gilliam
JULY 7/4 KTBS-3 Independence Day Festival
In honor of the United States military, this Fourth of July celebration features food, music, fireworks and fun for the whole community in downtown Shreveport. (318) 861-5800 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | ktbs.com
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SEPTEMBER 9/12 Red River Dragonboat Festival
Gather in RiverView Park to cheer on the teams paddling down the historic Red River in sync to the beat of a drummer. (318) 221-3053 | 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | rotaryclubofshreveport.org
9/10 - 12 The Battle on the Border High School Football Showcase The Battle on the Border High School Football Showcase is played in Independence Stadium. This sporting event highlights some of the top high school football programs from Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi. (318) 222-9391 | 3301 Pershing Blvd | Shreveport | thebattleontheborder.com
9/18 - 19 Pioneer Heritage
Festival
This all-day festival features arts and crafts, concessions, games, entertainment, bass tournament, chili cook-off and parade. (318) 938-7261 | 9381 Greenwood Rd | Greenwood | greenwoodla.org
9/19 Highland Jazz and Blues Festival
The best local and national musicians converge on Columbia Park for Shreveport’s own party in the park. Great food and local artwork available. (318) 869-5706 | 2900 Creswell Ave | Shreveport | highlandjazzandblues.org
9/26 Heritage and Harvest Tour
Experience a day in the country on a self-guided tour of local homes, churches, cotton gins, country stores, a museum, and delicious food. (318) 296-4303 | Hwy 3049 | Gilliam
9/26 Jazz in the Park
Jazz was born in Louisiana and will be featured at this party at this festival. Great food and entertainment. (318) 673-7814 | Chris Hayes Park | 4300 Illinois Ave | Shreveport
ARTS • MUSIC • FOOD October 3-10, 2015 Festival Plaza • Shreveport www.RedRiverRevel.com
OCTOBER 10/3 - 10
Red River Revel Arts Festival
At this remarkable festival see visual artists, try local food and enjoy music of every genre. Enjoy the children’s area. (318) 424-4000 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | redriverrevel.com
10/17 Brew: A Premier Beer Tasting
Brew is an afternoon of premier beer-tasting on the riverfront in downtown Shreveport. Adults can sample internationally acclaimed and domestically micro-brewed ales, pilsners, stouts and more. Attendees have a once-a-year opportunity to sample home brew clubs’ concoctions available only at Brew. (318) 424-4000 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | shreveportbrew.com
PREMIER BEER TASTING October 17, 2015 Festival Plaza • Shreveport
www.ShreveportBrew.com
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FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS 10/22 - 11/8 State Fair of
October Louisiana Film
This is the official State Fair for Louisiana with the largest livestock shows and carnival in the state. It boasts a large midway of rides, free daily circus shows, live entertainment and some of the most unique fair food in the nation. (318) 635-1361 | 3701 Hudson St | Shreveport | statefairoflouisiana.com
The Louisiana Film Prize is an annual short narrative film contest with one rule: the film must be shot in the Shreveport-Bossier area. The event attracts filmmakers from around the world. (318) 213-6437 | 617 Texas St | Shreveport | lafilmprize.com
Louisiana
Prize Festival
Oct. 2 - Nov. &, 201# Closed Mondays and Tuesdays StateFairOfLouisiana.com
NOVEMBER 11/27 - Dec. 20 & 21-23 Christmas in Roseland
This whimsical winter wonderland features thousands of twinkling lights among the gardens of roses. The weekend event features lighted displays, 8-foot Christmas cards, nightly entertainment, photos with Santa, Roseland Express train rides, and more. (318) 938-5402 | 8877 Jefferson-Paige Rd | Greenwood | rose.org
DECEMBER 12/5 Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival
This spectacular fireworks show takes place at Earl Williamson Park in Oil City. It’s a fun-filled day of live music, food, clowns and activities for the kids, Santa and more. (318) 631-0182 | La Hwy 1 | Oil City | christmasoncaddofireworks.com
12/5 Country Christmas Festival
The people of Vivian, host a parade and weekend of family activities in honor of the Christmas season. (318) 375-5300 | 100 Front St | Vivian | vivianchamberofcommerce.com
December Duck Commander Independence Bowl
12/12 Benton Christmas on the Square
This festival celebrates the holidays in the charming town of Benton in an open-air venue that provides traditional, family-oriented activities. (318)5845977 | 417 Sibley St | Benton | bentonchristmasonthesquare.com
This post-season college football bowl game features teams in the ACC and SEC Conferences. (318) 221-0712 | 3301 Pershing Blvd | Shreveport | duckcommanderindepencebowl.org
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SHOPPING Come enjoy shopping in a variety of places like a downtown local artist marketplace to Louisiana’s largest outdoor shopping district. Take home pieces that represent Shreveport-Bossier like locally made food products and one-of-a-kind monogrammed gifts.
Boutique & Gift Shops
False River Gift Shop in Ralph & Kacoo’s
Absolutely Abigail’s, A True Boutique
This shop offers artisan jewelry and art-driven apparel including women’s unstructured, free-flowing, wearable art, Flax linen, Naot shoes and more. (318) 219-0788 | 3795 Youree Dr | Shreveport | absolutelyabigails.com
False River Gift Shop, inside Ralph & Kacoo’s restaurant, offers Mardi Gras gifts and Louisiana souvenirs. (318) 747-6660 | 1700 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | ralphandkacoos.com
Agora Borealis
This New Orleans-inspired boutique is loaded with gifts, jewelry, t-shirts, gourmet eats and drinks, art, home decor, accessories and more. (318) 742-4710 | 2142 Airline Dr | Bossier City | funkyfleurdelis.com
Think of Agora Borealis as an art gallery combined with a fine furniture store and mix in some handmade products like jewelry, soaps, lighting fixtures, and even food. A majority of the products are made from re-used or recycled materials. (318) 243-1469 | 421 Lake St | Shreveport | theagoraborealis.com
Enchanted Garden
This enchanting cottage offers gifts, home décor, jewelry, children’s toys, women’s accessories and collectibles. (318) 227-1213 | 2429 Line Ave | Shreveport | enchantedgarden.com
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Funky Fleur de Lis
Lewis Gifts & Biscotti’s
This locally owned department store offers more than 100 table top lines, linens, monogramming and engraving, experienced registry consultants, leather goods, sporting gear, the Clementine Hunter collection, and more. (318) 865-4606 | 5807 Youree Dr | Shreveport | lewisgifts.com
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Libbey Glass Factory Outlet King Hardware & Fancy
Shop the largest selection of glassware, dinnerware and home décor products in northwest Louisiana. Choose from stemware, tumblers, cocktails, mugs, plates, bowls, vases, candle accessories and more. Bus tours and groups welcome. (318) 621-0265 | 4302 Jewella Ave | Shreveport | libbey.com
In addition to hardware, King Hardware offers a bridal registry, baby gifts, collegiate merchandise, home décor, lawn and garden, housewares and items inspired by Louisiana culture. (318) 861-4585 | 4834 Line Ave | Shreveport | kinghardwareandgifts.com
Tubbs Cajun Gifts, Mardi Gras Supply and King Cakes
Tubbs Hardware is a hometown hardware store, but you can also find Cajun and Mardi Gras food and gifts and some of the area’s tastiest king cakes. (318) 746-0311 | 615 Benton Rd | Bossier City | tubbshardware.com
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Malls & Shopping Centers
Pierre Bossier Mall
Airline Plaza Shopping Center
Offers dining and entertainment with Gallery Fine Art Center, Planet Beach, 2 Johns Steakhouse, Monjunis and more. (318) 746-2270 | 2151 Airline Dr | Bossier City
Bayou Walk Shopping Center
Shopping center offers Kroger, Barnes & Noble, Old Navy, Office Max, Mattress Firm and more. (704) 362-6137 | 6646 Youree Dr | Shreveport
Eastgate Shopping Center
Shopping center offers Belk, Marshalls, Haverty’s, Shoe Carnival, Stage, Office Depot, Hobby Lobby and more. 318) 797-4393 | 1702-1756 E 70th St | Shreveport
Line Avenue Shopping District Shoppers will delight in a five-mile stretch of antique stores, specialty shops, boutiques and restaurants. Line Ave | Shreveport
Mall St. Vincent
This large indoor shopping mall features Dillard’s, JC Penney’s, Sears, a food court and more. (318) 747-5700 | 2950 E Texas St | Bossier City | pierrebossiermall.com
Pierremont Common
Visitors will find boutiques with everything from unique kitchen and bath items to artwork, apparel and gifts. (318) 865-8553 | 6505 Line Ave | Shreveport
Pierremont Mall
Indoor shopping mall features Stein Mart, Toy Fair and more. (318) 222-2244 | 4801 Line Ave | Shreveport | vintagerealty.com/pierremontmall
Shoppes at Bellemead
Shoppers can browse the top retailers in the area featuring Ann Taylor Loft, Chico’s, Francesca’s Collections, James Avery, Jos. A. Bank and Merle Norman. (318) 222-2244 | 6535 Youree Dr | Shreveport | shoppesatbellemead.com
Shreve City Shopping Center This indoor mall is known for its upscale shopping that includes Dillard’s, Sears, H&M, Coach, Gap Kids, Victoria’s Secret and more. (318) 227-9880 | 1133 St | Vincent Ave | Shreveport | mallstvincent.com
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This shopping center features Wal-Mart, Burlington Coat Factory, Big Lots, Dollar Tree, Citi Trends, JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts, Labels, Hibbet Sports and more. (318) 424-2240 | 1201-1299 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy | Shreveport
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Southfield Shopping Center
Stores include Rite Aid, Ruth’s, Zoe’s, Sunshine Health Food Store, Learning Express, Janet Meier Designs, 3 Sisters Boutique, Home Again, and more. (972) 389-1794 | 5733 Youree Dr | Shreveport
University Place Shopping Center
Offers Tiger Town, Super Target, Best Buy, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Lifeway Christian Stores, T.J. Maxx, Rack Room Shoes and more. 7080 Youree Dr | Shreveport
Stirling Bossier Shopping Center
Uptown Shopping Center
Stores include Target, Belk, Bed Bath and Beyond, Best Buy, Petsmart, Shoe Carnival, Lane Bryant, Justice, Old Navy, Ulta, Maurices, Ross, and more!. (318) 797-4393 | 2646 Beene Blvd | Bossier City
Uptown offers a neighborhood setting that blends specialty shopping and dining. Shopping includes Kings Hardware, Imelda’s Fine Shoes, The Spotted Zebra, The Moppet Shoppe, Tuesday Morning and more. (318) 222-8700 | 4800 Line Ave | Shreveport
Towne Oaks Square
Villaggio Main Street Shops
Gould
Dr.
Shopping center offers Couleur Lingerie, Logan Farms and more. (318) 746-1700 | 855 Pierremont Rd | Shreveport
Offers stores like Aroma’s, Lear Family Ventures, Mini Miracles, Kimberly Taylor Eyelash/Eyebrow Extensions, Pawtastik Grooming, Pens and Needles and more. (318) 741-9582 | 5200 E Texas St | Bossier City
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Antiques Antiques on Gladstone
Jack Farmer Florist
Bayou Belle Traders Antiques and Collectors
King’s Antique Mall
(318) 212-0271 525 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
(318) 865-5033 133 Kings Hwy | Shreveport kingsantiquemall.webs.com
Bayou Some Junque
Pilgrim’s Progress
Big Mama’s Antiques and Restorations
Shreveport Antique Mall
Bossier Clock Shop
Shreveport Trading Company Antiques
(318) 868-2940 755 Gladstone Blvd | Shreveport
(318) 918-9671 315 Lake St | Shreveport
(318) 573-2127 6521 Bostwick Rd | Shreveport (318) 742-6681 1351 Airline Dr | Bossier City
C&C Electric Company
(318) 424-4406 2430 Line Ave | Shreveport ccelectriclighting.com
Caboose Antiques
(318) 865-5376 855 Pierremont Rd | Shreveport cabooseantiques.com
Campus Collectibles
(318) 868-0001 102 E. Kings Hwy | Shreveport campuscollectiblesshreveport.com
Designers Showroom
(318) 797-0501 1403 E 70th St | Shreveport designersshowroomonline.com
Greenwood Flea Market (318) 938-7201 9249 Jefferson Paige Rd | Greenwood | greenflea.com
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(318) 869-3297 6018 Line Ave | Shreveport
(318) 868-3383 6535 Line Ave | Shreveport (318) 469-2472 2833 Summer Grove Dr | Shreveport | shreveportantiquemall.com
(318) 865-9868 205 E Kings Hwy | Shreveport shreveporttradingantiques.com
Tallulah Trading Company
(318) 869-0295 3322 Line Ave | Shreveport tallulahtrading.wix.com/tallulah
The London Gallery
(318) 868-3691 5908 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport londongallery-antiques.com
The North Market Fine Home Furnishings (318) 425-4437 403 N Market St | Shreveport northmarketfurniture.com
Timeline Antiques & Collectibles
(318) 861-0808 3323 Line Ave | Shreveport
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DESIGNER BRANDS | S AVINGS | RESTAURANTS 540 Boardwalk Blvd. ~ Bossier City, Louisiana 71111 LouisianaBoardwalk.com ~ 318.752.1455
• Banana Republic Factory Outlet • Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World • Bath & Body Works • Beef Jerky Outlet • Build-A-Bear Workshop® • Carter’s • Casual Male Big & Tall Outlet Store • Charming Charlie • Claire’s • Crocs • Destiny Day Spa & Salon • Do Good Store • Dress Barn Outlet Store • Earthbound Trading Company • Fossil Outlet Store • Gap Outlet • GoldToe Socks • Gymboree Outlet • Haggar Clothing Outlet Store • J.Crew Factory
• Justice • Kay Jewelers Outlet • Kitchen Collection Outlet Store • Lane Bryant Outlet • Nails So Happy! • Nike Factory Store • No Clothes • Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store • Osh Kosh B’Gosh Outlet Store • Papaya • Perfumania • Rack Room Shoes • rue 21 • Stride Rite • Sunglass Corner • The Children’s Place Outlet • Torrid • Under Armour Outlet • Wet Seal • Wilsons Leather Outlet Store • Yankee Candle
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LOCAL DINING Come taste where the locals eat in Shreveport-Bossier. From Cajun and Creole cuisine to seafood from Louisiana waters, there are many delectable locally-owned restaurants to try with family and friends in Shreveport-Bossier.
American
Lela’s Kitchen
(318) 375-4999 | 937 S Pine St | Vivian | facebook.com/pages/LelasKitchen/105210572918301
Market 104 - Hilton Shreveport Allen’s Grill
Great food. Great prices. Great service. Get down-home southern classics, All-American favorites and special onion rings and fried pickles. Breakfast is served all day long! (318) 606-2079 | 729 Jordan St | Shreveport | allensgrill.net
(318) 698-0501 | 104 Market St | Shreveport | yummmmm.com
Another Broken Egg Café
Market Restaurant
(318) 865-1124 | 855 Pierremont Rd | Shreveport | anotherbrokenegg.com
Bella Fresca Bistro
(318) 212-1133 | 608 Absinthe Ct | Shreveport | bellafrescabistro.com
Bistro Byronz
(318) 219-4848 | 6104 Line Ave | Shreveport | bistrobyronz.com
Café at Artspace
(318) 673-6535 | 710 Texas St | Shreveport
Café USA
(318) 742-9600 | 3380 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
Daq’s Wings and Grill
(318) 212-9464 | 1705 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City
I Fry
(318) 990-0460 | 101 Travis St | Shreveport
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(318) 688-3000 | 5555 Financial Plz | Shreveport | holidayinnshreveportarpt.com
Mel’s Grill
(318) 688-6200 | 9254 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport
Murrell’s
(318) 741-1445 | 7980 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
Rascals Restaurant
(318) 375-5292 | 117 W Louisiana Ave | Vivian
Rollin’ in the Dough
(318) 868-6836 | 1333 Captain Shreve Dr | Shreveport | ferriersritd.com
Sue’s Country Kitchen
(318) 742-4872 | 4600 E Texas Ave | Bossier City | suescountrykitchenbossier.com
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The Cotton Boll
What’s on Tap 2
The Market Restaurant
What’s Up Diner
Twisted Root Burger Company
Windrush Grill at Provenance
(318) 868-6410 | 8690 Line Ave | Shreveport | twistedrootburgerco.com
(318) 686-2220 | 1023 Provenance Place Blvd | Shreveport | windrushgrill.com
(318) 865-1124 | 221-9397 | 1624 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport | thefairfieldplace.com (318) 797-4375 | 10539 Norris Ferry Rd | Shreveport | themarketnorrisferry.com
(318) 747-5505 | 2869 Airline Dr | Bossier City | whatsontapdaiquiriexpress.com (318) 742-8898 | 2826 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City | whatsupdiner.com
WHERE SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER INTERSECTS WITH EVERYWERE
LOOSEN YOUR BELTS “Bergeron’s Boudin and Cajun Meats Opens in Shreveport” Blog Review by Chris Jay Bergeron’s tempts visitors with a variety of prepared, ready-to-eat treats in addition to the deli cases and frozen sections. Here, you’ll find crawfish and crab pistolettes, boudin balls, cracklin, barbecue sandwiches and a variety of meat pies. The fried boudin balls, are fantastic – spicy, crispy balls of rice and pork sausage that are battered and deep fried. If you’re a pork lover, your taste buds will thank you. Your cardiologist will not. Read more food and restaurant reviews at 20x49.com. See listing p. 43
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Avocado California Roll & Sushi
(318) 747-5505 | 741-2332 | 2723 Beene Blvd | Bossier City
Bon Asian Café
(318) 220-7373 | 400 Travis St | Shreveport
China Inn
(318) 747-1018 | 3155 E Texas St | Bossier City
China Wok
Shreveport: (318) 309-0888 | 5795 N Market St Vivian: (318) 375-5115 | 925 S Pine St
Imperial Cathay Restaurant
(318) 798-8310 | 6359 Youree Dr | Shreveport | imperialcathay.com
John’s Seafood
(318) 747-7747 | 1896 Airline Dr | Bossier City
Kabuki Sushi and Roll
(318) 742-9490 | 2119 Airline Dr | Bossier City | kabukisushiandrolls.com
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar (318) 742-5623 | 535 Benton Rd | Bossier City
Lemongrass
(318) 550-5698 | 3244 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
Dahn’s Deli Express
Lucky Palace
Dahn’s Garden
Mayflower Chinese Restaurtant
(318) 752-5999 | 4100 Barksdale Blvd | Ste 119 | Bossier City (318) 865-5358 | 3312 Youree Dr | Shreveport | danhsgarden.com
Goldenland Superior
(318) 216-3902 | 729 Jordan St | Shreveport
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(318) 752-1888 | 750 DiamondJacks Blvd | Bossier City | lucky-palace.com
(318) 752-8401 | 4100 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City | mayflowerbossiercity.com
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LOCAL DINING Home of the famous Shrimp Buster!
1833 Pierre Ave, Shreveport, LA (318) 424-2724 w w w . h e r b yk s . n e t
Sake Sushi
Real BBQ Place & More
Sushiko Sushi & Grill
Shane’s Seafood & Bar B Q
T.S. Noodle House
Shank Cat’s Bar-B-Que
Barbecue
Silver Star Smokehouse
(318) 795-8084 | 7511 Youree Dr | Shreveport | sakesushila.com (318) 746-2626 | 650 Boardwalk Blvd | Bossier City | mysushiko.com (318) 797-0622 | 754 E FlournoyLucas Rd | Shreveport
Rib Tip Express
(318) 670-3730 | 7828 Line Ave | Shreveport (318) 865-6088 | 5914 Youree Dr | Shreveport | shanesseafood.com (318) 780-7150 | 6455 Hwy 175 | Frierson (318) 752-3633 | 1201 Dixie Overland Rd | Bossier City
(318) 820-5179 | 2112 S Market St | Shreveport | ribtipexpress.com
Cajun/Creole
Taylor’s Catering and Restaurant
Bergeron’s Boudin and Cajun Meats
(318) 675-0007 | 1136 N Market St | Shreveport
B2B Barbecue
(318) 631-0430 | 5769 South Lakeshore Dr | Shreveport
Blue Southern Comfort Foods
(318) 762-1909 | 1173 Louisiana Ave | Shreveport | bluesoutherncomfort.com
Country Tavern Barbecue
(318) 797-4477 | 823 Brook Hollow Dr | Shreveport
Outlaws Bar-B-Que
(318) 375-4622 | 959 S Pine St | Vivian
Podnuh’s Bar-B-Q
Shreveport: (318) 688-0818 | 9030 Mansfield Rd (318) 869-3371 | 146 ShreveportBarksdale Hwy (318) 222-7480 | 1915 N Market (318) 797-7999 | 7805 Youree Dr Bossier City: (318) 741-1344 | 110 Benton Rd podnuhs.com
Shreveport: (318) 670-7204 | 7805 E Kings Hwy | Bossier City: (318) 741-2243 | 3933 Benton Rd |
Blind Tiger
(318) 226-8747 | 120 Texas St | Shreveport | blindtigerrestaurant.com
Copeland’s Restaurant
(318) 797-0143 | 1665 E Bert Kouns Industrial Lp | Shreveport | copelandsofneworleans.com
Crawdaddy’s Kitchen
(318) 688-7532 | 9370 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport | crawdaddyskitchen.com
Crawfish Palace
(318) 949-3799 | 1865 Hwy 80 | Haughton
Gumbo to Geaux
(318) 741-1901 | 4100 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
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Herby-K’s
Coffee House 4 J’s Java and More Coffee House (318) 221-7221 | 605 Texas St | Shreveport | 4jscoffee.com
Rhino Coffee (318) 424-2724 | 1833 Pierre Ave | Shreveport | herbyks.net
Kim’s Seafood & Po-Boy
(318) 752-2425 | 901 Benton Rd | Bossier City | facebook.com/pages/Kims-Seafood
Ralph & Kacoo’s Seafood Restaurant
(318) 828-2671 | 721 Southfield Rd | Shreveport | rhinocoffee.com
S C Café
(318) 683-1149 | 5720 Buncombe Rd | Entrance on 70th St | Shreveport
The Naked Bean Café
(318) 864-2999 | 451 Kings Hwy | Shreveport
Contemporary Cuisine Abby Singer’s Bistro
(318) 747-6660 | 1700 Old Minden Rd | #141 | Bossier City | ralphandkacoos.com
Caribbean/ Dominican Sabores Dominican Restaurant (318) 635-9738 | 3325 Industrial Dr | Bossier City | saboresdominicanonline.com
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(318) 459-4125 | 617 Texas St | Shreveport | robinsonflimcenter.com
Bella Fresca
(318) 865-6307 | 6307 Line Ave | Shreveport | bellafresca.com
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SPICY
Our signature dishes are heavily influenced by Cajun and Creole culinary traditions, which often include a unique blend of herbs and spices that zing in every bite. Some common spices include paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, salt and black pepper.
Fine Dining 2Johns Steak and Seafood
(318) 841-5646 | 2151 Airline Dr | Bossier City | 2johnsrestaurant.com
Chianti Restaurant
(318) 868-8866 | 6535 Line Ave | Shreveport | chiantirestaurant.net
Frank’s Pizza Napoletana
Ernest’s Orleans Restaurant
(318) 226-1325 | 1601 Spring St South | Shreveport | ernestsorleans.com
Wine Country Bistro & Bottle Shop (318) 629-9463 | 4801 Line Ave | Shreveport | winecountry.net.com
(318) 230-7130 | 6950 Fern Ave | Shreveport | frankspizzanapoletana.com
Greek
Johnny’s Pizza House
Albasha Restaurant
(318) 797-1888 | 8905 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport
Athena Greek & Lebanese Grill (318) 869-4260 | 6030 Line Ave | Shreveport | athenasgrill.com
Greek Corner
(318) 752-0066 | 2153 Airline Dr | Bossier City | facebook.com/greekcornerbossier
Pita de’ Novo
(318) 797-7482 | 8510 Youree Dr | Shreveport | facebook.com/pitadenovo
Yeero-Yeero
(318) 219-0027 | 4511 Youree Dr | Shreveport | yeero-yeero.com
(318) 221-9200 | 3202 N Market | Shreveport | johnnys-pizza.net
L’Italiano Italian Restaurant
(318) 747-7777 | 701 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
Mario’s Pizza
(318) 938-7703 | 9351 Greenwood Rd | Greenwood
Monjunis Italian Café & Grocery
Shreveport: (318) 227-0847 | 1315 Louisiana Ave (318) 797-9999 | 7601 Youree Dr Bossier City: (318) 629-4444 | 2151 Airline Dr monjunis.com
Notini’s Restaurant
Indian
(318) 742-6660 | 2013 Airline Dr | Bossier City | notinis.net
Indigo Bistro
Pop N’ Pizza
(318) 629-0726 | 8660 Fern Ave | Shreveport
(318) 734-3817 | 504 East Kings Hwy | Shreveport | popnpizza.biz
Italian
Ristorante Giuseppe
Anvil Bar & Grill
(318) 865-6301 | 6301 Line Ave | Shreveport | anvilbarandgrill.com
Cascio’s Market Bistro
(318) 742-3205 | 2750 Shed Rd | Bossier City | casciosmarketbistro.com
(318) 869-4548 | 4800 Line Ave | Shreveport | ristorantegiuseppe.com
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Shreveport: (318) 220-8392 | 1409 E 70th St Bossier City: (318) 658-9480 | 5000 Benton Rd rotolos.com
Smitty’s Pizza
(318) 687-3030 | 9375 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport | smittyspizza.net
Stocky’s Pizza
(318) 390-2808 | 4615 Hwy 80 | Haughton | facebook.com/stockyspizza
Mexican Don Juanz Baja Beach Tacos
(318) 752-3244 | 2333 Airline Dr | Bossier City | donjuanz.com
El Chico Mexican Restaurants
Shreveport: (318) 425-7928 | 2127 Greenwood Rd (318) 798-5777 | 1513 E Bert Kouns Industrial Lp elchico.com
El Compadre Mexican Restaurant & Seafood
(318) 868-4467 | 502 E Kings Hwy | Shreveport
Mariscos La Jaibita
(318) 742-5595 | 2292 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City
Martinez Mexican Restaurant
(318) 861-5914 | 3839 Gilbert Ave | Shreveport
Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant
(318) 949-2599 | 2040 Highway 80 | Haughton
Posados Café
Shreveport: (318) 524-2000 | 1355 E Bert Kouns Industrial Lp (318) 687-9040 | 9165 Mansfield Rd Bossier City: (318) 747-6200 | 703 Old Minden Rd posados.com
Rosticerria El Novillo
(318) 742-4454 | 2100 Benton Rd | Bossier City
Salsitas & Smokin A’s Autentica Comida Casera (318) 865-0808 | 303 E Kings Hwy | Shreveport | smokinas.com
Superior Bar & Grill
(318) 869-3243 | 6123 Line Ave | Shreveport | shreveport.superiorgrill.com
Tacomania Grill & Cantina
(318) 868-4588 | 641 E Kings Hwy | Shreveport | tacomaniacantina.com
TaMolly’s Mexican Restaurant
(318) 747-2601 | 2509 Beene Blvd | Bossier City | tamollys.com
Taqueria Sin Frontera #1
Haughton: (318) 949-9980 | 754 Hwy 80 Shreveport: (318) 688-6975 | 2847 Summer Grove Dr
Local’s Favorites Jada Durden is a local freelance writer and blogger. These are her three must-have bites in Shreveport-Bossier: Marinated Crab Claws from Ernest’s Orleans Restaurant. “Ernest is one of the original places to get marinated crab claws. The marinade is tangy and the crab are a nice starter.”
Creole Cheesecake ice cream from Fleur de Creme Gourmet Ice Cream. “It’s rich, creamy, delicious and locally made.”
Tacos from Taqueria La Michoacana. “They are authentic Mexican tacos, and delicious! I’m biased on them because they changed my life... Literally.”
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Tio Nacho Mexican Restaurant
Fairfield Grocery & Market Café
Trejo’s Mexican Restaurant
Fertitta’s Delicatessen
(318) 741-3222 | 5608 Benton Rd | Benton
(318) 687-6192 | 9122 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport | trejosmexicanrestaurant.com
Sandwich & Deli Bistro to Go
(318) 861-4833 | 748 Lassus | Shreveport | bistrotogo.com
Counter Culture
(318) 868-6580 | 6535 Youree Dr | Shreveport
(318) 424-5508 | 1124 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport | papafertitta.com
Fresco Market & Deli
(318) 869-4049 | 5863 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport | frescoshreveport.com
Fully Stacked Burgers
(318) 425-9309 | 450 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | fullystackedburgers.com
Good Eats Market
Bossier City: (318) 741-4455 | 2177 Airline Dr | Shreveport: (318) 220-7600 | 333 Texas St (318) 797-8088 | 7803 Youree Dr
Julie Anne’s Bakery & Café
(318) 424-4995 | 825 Kings Hwy | Shreveport | julieannesbakery.com Home of the “Humphrey Yogurt,” this snack shop offers sandwiches, salads, and ice cream desserts. Bossier City: (318) 741-6840 | 4726 E Texas St (318) 212-1119 | 5450 Barksdale Blvd (318) 752-3031 | 4080 Airline Dr Shreveport: (318) 869-3612 | 203 E. Kings Hwy (318) 795-9299 | 7607 Youree Dr (318) 869-5003 | 8320 Line Ave (318) 868-4242 | 4800 Line Ave
Manhattan Deli
(318) 742-1868 | 1605 Benton Rd | Bossier City
Marilynn’s Place
(318) 868-3004 | 4041 Fern Ave | Shreveport
Po-Boy Express
(318) 861-4202 | 6917 Line Ave | Shreveport | poboyexpressshreveport.com
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Sevendipity Café
(318) 220-7201 | 3030 Creswell Ave | Shreveport
Southern Style/ Soul Food A Stone’s Throw Café
(318) 221-8544 | 1550 Airport Dr | Shreveport | astonesthrowcafe.com
Brother’s Seafood To Go
(318) 635-1641 | 4916 Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport
C&C Café
(318) 222-8180 | 1765 Milam St | Shreveport
Cat Daddy’s Old School Café
(318) 631-0881 | 5714 Broadway Ave | Shreveport
Eddie’s Seafood & Soulfood Restaurant
(318) 631-9082 | 1956 Hollywood Ave | Shreveport | facebook.com/ pages/Eddies-Seafood-SoulfoodRestaurant
Sherry’s Diner
Steaks/Seafood Becca’s Steak and Seafood
(318) 686-2811 | 6715 Pines Rd | Shreveport | beccasonline.com
Kelly’s Place
(318) 949-4942 | 2950 Highway 80 | Haughton
Main Street Restaurant
(318) 296-4400 | 12807 Main St | Gilliam
Pelican Lodge Catfish
(318) 375-3076 | 9615 Pelican Lodge Rd | Vivian
Silver Star Steak House
(318) 752-8211 | 3015 E Texas St | Bossier City
Tokyo Japanese Restaurant and Bar
(318) 798-3662 | 8870 Quimper Pl | Shreveport | tokyoshreveport.com
Zocolo Neighborhood Eatery & Drinkery (318) 219-9536 | 436 Ashley Ridge Blvd | Shreveport | zocoloeatery.com
(318) 227-9071 | 2135 Freewater St | Shreveport
Sweets & Treats
Southfield Grill
Buttercups Cupcakes
Shreveport: (318) 219-4148 | 315 Southfield Rd Bossier City: (318) 742-8601 | 1810 Benton Rd southfieldgrill.com
Strawns Eat Shop
Shreveport: (318) 868-0634 | 125 Kings Hwy (318) 798-7117 | 1643 E 70th St Bossier City: (318) 742-8484 | 2335 Airline Dr strawnseatshop.com
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(318) 797-6696 | 6535 Youree Dr | Shreveport | ilovebuttercups.com
Cheesecakes and More
(318) 222-3730 | 2710 Centenary Blvd | Shreveport
Geauxsicles
(318) 865-8110 | 3970 Youree Dr | Shreveport | geauxsicles.com
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LOCAL DINING Gullo’s Fresh Produce and Classic Bake Shop
(318) 797-0361 | 724 E FlournoyLucas Rd | Shreveport | facebook. com/pages/Gullos-Fresh-ProduceClassic-Bake-Shop
Happy Belly’s Italian Ice
(318) 868-1360 | 5710 Youree Dr | Shreveport | happybellys.com
Lilah’s Bakery
(318) 564-2831 | 1718 Centenary Blvd | Shreveport | lilahscakes.com
My Pastry Chef Bakery
Southern Maid Donuts
Shreveport: (318) 636-7202 | 3505 Hearne Ave (318) 524-3900 | E 70 Dr (318) 425-7011 | N Market St Bossier City: (318) 741-1003 | 3230 Barksdale Blvd southernmaiddonuts.com
Tearoom The Glenwood Village and Tearoom
(318) 868-3652 | 3310 Line Ave | Shreveport | glenwoodvillagetearoom.com
(318) 747-1104 | 401 Hamilton Rd | Bossier City | mypastrychef.com
CASINO
DINING
Boomtown Casino & Hotel
Harrah’s Louisiana Downs
• 1800 Prime Steakhouse • Boomers Café • Sundance Cantina
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DiamondJacks Casino & Resort • Agave • DJs Steakhouse • The Grill
Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport • • • •
Sportsman’s Paradise Café The Café The Market Place Buffet The Vintage
Horseshoe Casino & Hotel • Jack Binion’s Steak House • The Four Winds - An Asian Restaurant • The Spread Buffet
Fat Tuesday’s Fuddruckers Pepper Rose, Too The Buffet
Margaritaville Resort and Casino • • • • •
5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar Banyan Tree Café Jimmy’s Seafood & Steak Margaritaville Restaurant World Tour Buffet
Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino • International Buffet • Java Fine Coffees and Fresh Baked Goods • Smokey Joe’s Café • William B’s Steakhouse *For more casino information see p. 12.
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Cajun Daiquiris Drive-Thru East (318) 868-4660 | 246 E 70th St | Shreveport
Cuban Liquor & Gourmet Foods
(318) 869-1236 | 928 Pierremont Rd | Shreveport | cubanliquor.net
Daiquiri Express
(318) 869-2220 | 1205 ShreveportBarksdale Blvd Hwy | Shreveport
Painting With a Twist Shreveport & Bossier City
Shreveport: (318) 524-9928 | 1409 E 70th St | Suites 125-126 Bossier City: (318) 747-9910 | 4726 E Texas St | paintingwithatwist.com
The Cellar Fine Wine & Spirits
Great Raft Brewing
(318) 734-9881 | 1251 Dalzell St | Shreveport | greatraftbrewing.com
Bossier City: 5212 Airline Dr | 318-752-0164 2100 Benton Rd | 318-747-7720 4326 Benton Rd | 318-742-6866 cellarfinewines.org
Hollywood Liquor & Daiquiris
The Vintage Wine Bar & Spirits
(318) 621-8771 | 4414 Hollywood Ave | Shreveport
318-868-5566 | 6535 Line Ave | Shreveport | chiantirestaurant.net
On Cloud Wine
(318) 687-9816 | 6930 Buncombe Rd | Shreveport | oncloudwineonline.com
Tony’s Discount Beverage
(318) 868-4660 | 6241 Line Ave | Shreveport
Wine Country Bistro Bottle Shop (318) 629-9463 | 4801 Line Ave | Shreveport | winecountrynet.com
RESTAURANTS
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Auntie Anne’s Pretzels Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar Chocolate Crocodile Cold Stone Creamery Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro Fuddruckers
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Hooters IHOP Joe’s Crab Shack Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt Saltgrass Steak House Sushiko Sushi & Grille
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FARMERS’ MARKETS Fresh produce and flavorful dishes by area vendors are available all year long through a growing number of farmers’ markets popping up all over the Shreveport-Bossier area.
The Shreveport Farmers’ Market Where: Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. 318-455-5788 When: Tuesdays and Saturdays, June through August. Saturdays, October through November. Website: shreveportfarmersmarket.com Must-see vendor: Dardie’s Pralines. Stop by and taste Praline Queen of Shreveport’s homemade, melt-in-your-mouth pecan pralines.
Benton Farmers Market Where: 495 Simpson Street, off Hwy. 3, in downtown Benton. 318-584-5977 When: Sundays, June through July. Website: bentonlafarmersmarket.com Must-see vendor: Haute Goat Creamery. Try their artisan goat milk soap made from a pure blend of garden fresh herbs, essential and fragrance oils.
South Highlands Summer Market Where: Parking lot of Mall St. Vincent, 1133 St. Vincent Ave., Shreveport. 318-771-1768 When: Fridays, June through August. Must-see vendor: Crawford Farms. Have your pick of jalapenos, cucumbers, squash, bellpeppers and more fresh off their family farm.
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ACCOMMODATIONS Shreveport-Bossier locals love where they live and you will too when you stay overnight in one of the top five happiest cities in the United States. The wide selection of accommodations serve up a special dose of southern charm and hospitality. America’s Best Value Inn and Suites
Comfort Inn Bossier
114 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi and business center. (318) 747-7700 | 1836 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | americasbestvalueinn.com
Near casinos and The Outlets at Louisiana Boardwalk. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, business center, microwave and refrigerator. (318) 221-2400 | 1100 Delhi Ave | Bossier City | choicehotels.com/la717
Baymont Inn and Suites
Comfort Inn Shreveport
Located near the airport with security on property. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, 24-hour fitness center, business center, pool tables and patio bar area. (318) 635-6431 | 5101 Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport | baymontinns.com
Best Western Chateau Suite Hotel
101 rooms. Amenities include complimentary breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, microwave, refrigerator and free shuttle. In-house lounge and one complimnetary drink per night. 222-7620 | 201 Lake St | Shreveport | bestwestern.com/prop_19053
Bossier Inn and Suites
140 rooms. Amenities include free continental breakfast, outdoor pool and shuttle to casinos, Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. – 5 a.m. (318) 746-8410 | 750 DiamondJacks Blvd | Bossier City | bossierinn.com
Cajun Inn
44 rooms. Amenities include outdoor pool and free wi-fi. (318) 636-0000 | 2610 Claiborne Ave | Shreveport
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Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, exercise room, microwave, refrigerator and guest laundry. (318) 688-2812 | 9420 Healthplex Dr | Shreveport | comfortinn.com
Comfort Suites Bossier City – Shreveport East
83 non-smoking rooms. Located near Harrah’s Louisiana Downs. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, exercise room, business center and guest laundry. (318) 742-3444 | 7950 E Texas St | Bossier City | comfortsuites.com
Comfort Suites Shreveport
77 non-smoking rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center,guest laundry, meeting space and more. (318) 364-8801 | 6715 Financial Circle | Shreveport | choicehotels.com/hotel/la153
Country Hearth Inn
120 rooms. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, free airport shuttle and restaurant. (318) 742-6000 | 1984 Airline Dr | Bossier City | countryhearthbossiercity.com
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Country Inn
Amenities include outdoor pool and free wi-fi. (318) 938-7952 | 8489 Greenwood Rd | Greenwood
Country Inn Motel
44 rooms. Amenities include free wi-fi, microwave and refrigerator. (318) 375-4730 | 1032 S Pine St | Vivian
Courtyard by Marriott Shreveport Airport
90 rooms and suites. Located near airport. Amenities include indoor pool and spa, free high-speed internet, fitness center, business center, microwave and shuttle service to airport. (318) 686-0880 | 6001 Financial Plaza | Shreveport | marriott.com/shvcy
Courtyard by Marriott Shreveport-Bossier City/The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets
128 rooms. Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, exercise room, business center, refrigerator, restaurant open for breakfast and dinner, and meeting space. (318) 742-8300 | 100 Boardwalk Blvd | Bossier City | courtyard.com/shvsb
Crossland Economy Studios
117 rooms. Nightly, weekly, and monthly rates. Amenities include free wi-fi, kitchenettes and guest laundry. (318) 747-5800 | 3070 E Texas St | Bossier City | extendedstay.com
WHERE SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER INTERSECTS WITH EVERYWERE
LOOSEN YOUR BELTS “An Open Letter to Joe Kwon of The Avett Brothers� Blog Review by Chris Jay Lucky Palace has a spectacular house specialties menu. The Thai green curry prawns are a personal favorite, as are the Korean pancakes and duck and scallion pancakes from the house specialty appetizers list. To top things off, the wine program and sommeliers at Lucky Palace are completely off-the-chain, crazy good. Read more food and restaurant reviews at 20x49.com. See listing p. 42
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Located near Barksdale Air Force Base. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, business center, microwave, refrigerator and guest laundry. (318) 742-9200 | 200 John Wesley Blvd | Bossier City | daysinnbossiercity.com
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, business center, microwave, refrigerator, guest laundry and meeting space. (318) 746-5050 | 4300 Industrial Dr | Bossier City | choicehotels.com/hotel/la719
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Shreveport Airport
105 rooms. Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, refrigerator and shuttle service to airport. (318) 686-0102 | 6245 Westport Ave | Shreveport | marriott.com/shvfi
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Hampton Inn - Bossier City
124 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center and complimentary reception Monday - Thursday. (318) 752-1112 | 1005 Gould Dr | Bossier City | hamptoninnshreveport.com
Hampton Inn & Suites Shreveport South
84 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. (318) 798-1320 | 8340 Millicent Way | Shreveport | shreveportsouthsuites.hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites Shreveport/Bossier City-North
71 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. (318) 841-9700 | 2691 Viking Dr | Bossier City | shreveportbossiercitynorthsuites. hamptoninn.com
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Hampton Inn Shreveport Airport
Hilton Hotel Shreveport
Hilton Garden Inn Shreveport
Holiday Inn Express
79 rooms and suites. Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry and complimentary reception Monday thru Thursday. (318) 636-4447 | 5226 Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport | shreveportairport.hamptoninn.com
142 rooms. Amenities indoor pool and spa, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, full-service restaurant and bar, and meeting space. (318) 686-0148 | 5971 Financial Plaza | Shreveport | shreveport.hgi.com
Hilton Garden InnShreveport/Bossier City
Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, on-site restaurant and putting green. (318) 759-1950 | 2015 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com
313 rooms. Located in the heart of downtown Shreveport’s Riverfront District and attached to the Shreveport Convention Center. Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, airport and local shuttle service, on-site restaurant, lounge and meeting space. (318) 698-0900 | 104 Market St | Shreveport | shreveport.hilton.com 85 rooms and 20 suites. Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, microwave and refrigerator. (318) 686-8328 | 5420 Interstate Dr | Shreveport | hiexpress.com/shreveportla
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bossier City Northeast
Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. (318) 841-9800 | 7970 East Texas St | Bossier City | hiexpress.com/bossiercityla
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Holiday Inn Express Park Plaza
69 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, meeting space and barbecue grills. (318) 6290163 | 8751 Park Plaza Blvd | Shreveport | hiexpress.com/shvparkplaza
Holiday Inn Shreveport Airport West
Amenities include indoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, restaurant, sports grill and bar, and meeting space. (318) 688-3000 | 5555 Financial Plaza | Shreveport | holidayinnshreveportarpt.com
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Holiday Inn Shreveport Downtown
192 rooms. Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, microwave, refrigerator, airport and casino shuttle service, dining room and lounge. (318) 222-7717 | 102 Lake St | Shreveport | holidayinn-shreveport.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton Shreveport
Spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchens. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary light meals and drinks Monday - Thursday, outdoor pool and spa, free wi-fi, fitness room, business center, guest laundry, shuttle service, putting green and meet-
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ing space. (318) 549-2000 | 5485 Financial Plaza | Shreveport | homewoodsuites.hilton.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton ShreveportBossier
Spacious one- or two-bedroom suites with kitchen. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary light meals and drinks Monday thru Thursday, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness room, business center, guest laundry, putting green and meeting space. (318) 759-1940 | 2015 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | shreveportbossiercity.homewoodsuites.com
Howard Johnson
65 rooms and two suites. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, microwave, refrigerator and meeting space. (318) 671-0731 | 6715 Rasberry Ln | Shreveport | hojo.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites Bossier
Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi and guest laundry. (318) 747-4400 | 309 Preston Blvd | Bossier City | lq.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites Shreveport
117 rooms. Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi and fitness center. (318) 671-1100 | 6700 Financial Plaza Dr | Shreveport | lq.com
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72 suites with kitchens. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, exercise room, business center, microwave, guest laundry and tennis courts. (318) 747-6220 | 1001 Gould Dr | Bossier City | mainstaysuites.com
Microtel Inn and Suites
101-rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary reception Monday - Thursday, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, microwave, refrigerator, guest laundry and meeting space. (318) 742-7882 | 2713 Village Ln | Bossier City | microtelinn.com
Mid Continent Inn
72 rooms. Amenities include outdoor pool, free high-speed internet and refrigerator. (318) 938-5423 | 8580 Greenwood Rd | Greenwood
Motel 6 - Bossier City
93 rooms. Amenities include outdoor pool and internet. (318) 742-3472 | 210 John Wesley Blvd | Bossier City | motel6.com
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Motel 6 - Shreveport
103 rooms. Amenities include internet and guest laundry. (318) 938-5342 | 7296 Greenwood Rd | Shreveport | motel6.com
Quality Inn & Suites
102 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary reception Monday thru Thursday, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. (318) 742-7890 | 2717 Village Ln | Bossier City | choicehotels.com
Quality Inn Shreveport
100 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry, meeting space and covered pavilion with grills. (318) 635-5525 | 5402 Interstate Dr | Shreveport | choicehotels.com
Ramada Inn and Conference Center
200 rooms and suites. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fit-
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ness center, business center, restaurant/ bar and meeting space. (318) 7470711 | 4000 Industrial Dr | Bossier City | ramada.com/bossier-city
fitness center and shuttle service. (318) 635-8000 | 4910 W Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport | marriott.com/shvri
Ramada Inn Shreveport Airport
Rodeway Inn & Suites
Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool and hot tub, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, microwave, refrigerator, guest laundry and meeting space. (318) 631-2000 | 5101 Westwood Park Dr | Shreveport | ramada.com
Red Carpet Inn
Amenities include outdoor pool, internet, fitness center, microwave, refrigerator and guest laundry. (318) 746-9400 | 1968 Airline Dr | Bossier City
Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, exercise room, business center, guest laundry, lounge/bar and meeting space. (318) 747-2400 | 3033 Hilton Dr | Bossier City | rodewayinn.com
Sleep Inn & Suites I-20
Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor pool and hot tub, free wi-fi, exercise room, guest laundry and meeting space. (318) 841-4404 | 6720 Klug Pines Rd | Shreveport | sleepinn.com
Sleep Inn & Suites Medical Center
140 rooms. Amenities include indoor pool, free wi-fi, restaurant and truck parking. No pets. (318) 635-7531 | 5116 Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport | regencyinnsandsuites.com
82 rooms. Near Shriners and University Health hospitals. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor pool and spa, free wi-fi, fitness center and business center. (318) 676-0058 | 3215 Samford Ave | Shreveport | sleepinn.com
Remington Suite Hotel and Spa
Springhill Suites at Louisiana Downs
Residence Inn by Marriott - Shreveport
Studio 6
Regency Inn
22-suite boutique hotel that provides impeccable service and an attentive and friendly staff. Amenities include, indoor pool, free wi-fi, internet, fitness center, spa, hot breakfast Monday thru Friday, business center, kitchenette and meeting space. (318) 425-5000 | 220 Travis St | Shreveport | remingtonsuite.com
78 suites with kitchens. Located near airport. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, light dinner and drinks Monday thru Wednesday, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, business center,
150 non-smoking suites. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness room, business center, microwave, refrigerator, shuttle service to Harrah’s Louisiana Downs, restaurant/lounge and meeting space. (318) 747-7772 | 8010 E Texas St | Bossier City | marriott.com/shvsh 93 rooms with kitchens. Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. (318) 635-8062 | 5020 Hollywood Ave | Shreveport | staystudio6.com
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28 rooms. Located near airport. Amenities include outdoor pool, high-speed internet, business center and guest laundry. (318) 636-0771 | 4911 Monkhouse Dr | Shreveport | super8.com
Super 8 Motel - Bossier
105 non-smoking rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, indoor/outdoor pool, highspeed internet and guest laundry. (318) 747-7010 | 3101 Hilton Dr | Bossier City | super8.com
Travelodge
97 rooms. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi Internet, refrigerator and guest laundry. (318) 425-7467 | 2134 Greenwood Rd | Shreveport | travelodge.com/shreveport-hotel
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Extended-stay hotel with kitchens. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, guest laundry and outdoor grills. (318) 741-9090 | 1009 Gould Dr | Bossier City | tpsbossiercityhotel.com
Value Place Bossier City
124-room extended-stay hotel with weekly rates and modified kitchens. (318) 549-2035 | 2275 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | valueplace.com
Value Place Hotel - Shreveport Extended-stay hotel with weekly rates and modified kitchens. (318) 686-5066 | 5725 Financial Plaza | Shreveport | valueplace.com
Wingate by Wyndham Bossier
Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, microwave, refrigerator and guest laundry. (318) 746-1444 | 1121 Barksdale Blvd | Bossier City | wingatehotels.com/bossier
Wyndham Garden Shreveport
267 deluxe rooms, five suites and one penthouse. Amenities include outdoor pool, free wi-fi, fitness center, business center, refrigerators, restaurant/lounge and meeting space. (318) 797-9900 | 1419 E 70th St | Shreveport | choicehotels.com/hotel/la146
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Bed & Breakfast Fairfield Place Bed & Breakfast Inn
Two lovely adjoining homes built circa 1870. New Orleans-style gardens and patios. Serene, very quiet and private. Located in Fairfield Historic District near shopping, nightlife and restaurants. (318) 848-7776 | 2221 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport | thefairfieldplace.com
2439 Fairfield - A Bed & Breakfast
2439 Fairfield, “A Bed and Breakfast” was featured in Southern Living magazine. Private balconies and relaxing jacuzzi tubs, complimentary breakfast. (318) 424-2424 | 2439 Fairfield Ave | Shreveport | shreveportbedandbreakfast.com
MEDJOY Bed & Breakfast
Historic home filled with antiques. Private bath. (318) 861-4424 | 601 Ockley Dr | Shreveport
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Hilltop Campgrounds
106 RV sites, fitness center and lake. (318) 949-8486 | 200 Hilltop Rd | Princeton
Lakewood Village RV Park
300 RV sites, monthly rates, cable hookups. (318) 686-7237 | 9110 Linwood Ave | Shreveport
Maplewood RV Park
35 mobile home and RV sites, available with restrooms, showers and laundry. Garbage pick-up three days a week. Quiet neighborhood. (318) 742-5497 | 452 Maplewood Dr | Bossier City
Pine Hill RV Park
42 RV sites, restrooms, showers. Near shopping and dining. (318) 949-3916 | 2 Pinehill Cr | Haughton
Red River South Marina and Resort
Cabins, RV space, boat ramps, convenience store, live bait, tackle, pavilion. (318) 747-9545 | 250 Red River South Marina Rd | Bossier City | redriversouthmarinala.com
C & J RV Park
Tall Pines RV Park
Camper’s RV Center
Travel Centers of America
26 RV sites with restrooms and showers. Located nine miles north of I-220. (318) 929-3193 | 6941 Hwy 1 | Shreveport 52 RV sites with restrooms, showers, a pool and recreation room. (318) 938-5441 | 7700 W 70th St | Shreveport | campersrvcenter.com
105 RV sites, cottages, cabins, laundry facilities and a seasonal pool. (318) 687-1010 | 6510 W 70th St | Shreveport | tallpinesrvlouisiana.com 39 monthly sites, 10 overnight. Cable, a bath house and nearby store with restaurant, community room and casino. (318) 938-6360 | 8590 Greenwood Rd | Greenwood | tatravelcenters.com
DiamondJacks Casino and Resort 32 RV sites with restrooms, showers, laundry, phone and cable hookups, picnic tables. Located at casino. (318) 678-7777 | 711 DiamondJacks Blvd | Bossier City | diamondjacks.com
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EVENT VENUES Come enjoy the sounds and entertainment of northwest Louisiana at venues where entertainers launched their careers and changed the face of American music. Even Elvis Presley contributed to a very memorable pop culture quote made in Shreveport-Bossier – “Elvis has left the building.” Bossier Civic Center
Festival Plaza
CenturyLink Center
This multi-purpose facility is in walking distance of riverfront and downtown activities, including casinos, the Spirit of the Red River Cruise, and Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center. It includes parking, a main gateway, streetscapings, pedestrian walkways, permanent bathrooms, stages, and concession stands for the many year-round festivals held here. (318) 673-5100 | 101 Crockett St | Shreveport | shreveportla.gov
With meeting space for 10 to 3,000, Bossier Civic Center features a 7,000-square-foot banquet hall, 24,000 square feet of open exhibit space, in-house decorating for trade shows, full-service catering kitchen, 635 free parking spaces, and more. It is near casinos, horse racing, galleries, museums and restaurants. (318) 741-8900 | 620 Benton Rd | Bossier City | bossiercity.org/Civic-Center Exciting year-round entertainment includes concerts, rodeos, family shows, and more. This facility seats up to 14,000 and offers comfortable, cushioned seating and free parking. Tickets are available at the CenturyLink box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. (318) 747-2501 | 2000 CenturyLink Center Dr | Bossier City centurylinkcenter.com
Shreveport Convention Center
This multi-purpose, state-of-the-art facility has more than 350,000 square feet of meeting space and is designed to accommodate any event. The Hilton Hotel Shreveport is connected to the convention center and offers overflow meeting space. (318) 841-4000 | 400 Caddo St | Shreveport shreveportcenter.com
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Hirsch Memorial Coliseum
Municipal Auditorium
The Hirsch seats 8,500 for basketball and 10,300 for concerts. It offers five meeting rooms, four dressing rooms, more than 28,000 square feet of arena floor and a ceiling 90 feet high. The ABA Shreveport-Bossier Mavericks basketball team plays at Hirsch. (318) 635-1361 | 3701 Hudson St | Shreveport | statefairoflouisiana.com
The venue is well-known for its superior acoustics. It features seating for more than 3,000, a 6,300-square-foot arena, 54-foot proscenium arch, catering/concession areas, and box office services. It was completely renovated in 2014. (318) 841-4000 | 705 Elvis Presley Ave | Shreveport shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com
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NIGHT LIFE Come celebrate Shreveport-Bossier’s passion for fun and good times. Experience dancing till dawn at downtown Shreveport clubs or enjoy the cities’ live musical performances of jazz, Zydeco, country, gospel and blues. Agave at DiamondJacks Casino Resort
Fast Eddie’s World Class Billiards
Allure Ultra Lounge at Eldorado Resort Casino
Fatty Arbuckles Pub
(318) 678-7777 | 711 DiamondJacks Blvd | Bossier City | diamondjacks.com
(318) 220-0711 | 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | eldoradoshreveport.com
Celebrity Lounge at Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport (318) 220-5418 | 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | eldoradoshreveport.com
Central Station Nightclub
(318) 222-2216 | 1025 Marshall St | Shreveport
Chicago Downtown
(318) 221-0490 | 118 Texas St | Shreveport
CMT Crossroads at Horseshoe Casino & Hotel
(318) 741-0010 | 1701 Old Minden Rd | Bossier City | fasteddiesbilliards.com/bossier-city (318) 459-1448 | 450 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport
Fud’s
(318) 798-2580 | 2459 E 70th St | Shreveport
Fumblebrewski’s Sports Bar & Grill
(318) 459-2911 | 3142 N Market | Shreveport | fumblebrewski.com
Inside Rail Bar & Lounge at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs
(318) 742-5555 | 8000 E Texas St | Bossier City | harrahslouisianadowns.com
Kokopellis
(318) 222-5656 | 400 Commerce St | Shreveport
(318) 742-0711 | 711 Horseshoe Blvd | Bossier City | horseshoebossiercity.com
Lee’s
Dare Dayclub and Ultrapool at Horseshoe Casino & Hotel
Muddy Waters Sports Bar & Grille
(318) 741-7999 | 711 Horseshoe Blvd | Bossier City | horseshoebossiercity.com
(318) 861-2151 | 639 E Kings Hwy | Shreveport (318) 741-7635 | 5000 Benton Rd | Bossier City
Noble Savage Tavern
(318) 221-1781 | 417 Texas St | Shreveport
Check out Twitter (@SBCTB) for up-to-date information on events and other performances in the cities.
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Phoenix Underground
The Boot
Rockin’ Rodeo
The Cub
(318) 676-0950 | 600 Market St | Shreveport | thephoenixunderground.com (318) 742-7888 | 1003 Gould Dr | Bossier City | rockinrodeobossiercity.com
Sam’s Town Live at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino (318) 424-7777 | 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy | Shreveport | samstownshreveport.com
Southern Soul Lounge
(318) 673-8338 | 1605 Marshall St | Shreveport
Stray Cat
(318) 424-4747 | 222 Travis St | Shreveport
Ultra Lounge at Holiday Inn Shreveport Downtown
(318) 673-0066 | 211 Texas St | Shreveport | facebook.com/pages/The-Boot (318) 861-6517 | 3002 Girard St | Shreveport
The Korner Lounge
(318) 222-9796 | 800 Louisiana Ave | Shreveport
The Vintage Wine Bar & Spirits (318) 868-5566 | 6535 Line Ave | Shreveport | chiantirestaurant.net
Time Out! Sports Bar
(318) 688-3247 | 9064 Mansfield Rd | Shreveport
Voodoo Café: an art bar
(318) 222-6669 | 622 Commerce St | Shreveport | facebook.com/DowntownArtBar
(318) 222-7717 | 102 Lake St | Shreveport | holidayinn.com/shreveport
Local’s Favorites Stephen Pederson is the organizer of SBC Bike Social, a cycling advocacy group. Here’s what he loves about Shreveport-Bossier: Things to do: If we’re talking about stuff to do, we’re talking about music. I feel like Shreveport has some amazing local musicians and there is always a good show at Chicago, Noble Savage, Fatty’s, or Rhino Coffee. (I love to dance.)
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Courtyard by Marriott Louisiana Boardwalk
Steps away from your favorite store! THIS NEW HOTEL FEATURES: • Bistro serving Breakfast, Dinner featuring Starbucks • Outdoor Pool, Whirlpool and Firepit Gathering area • All rooms include Mini-fridge,Complimentary WiFi and 37” Flat Screen TV • 128 Spacious Rooms including 9 Suites • The Market– 24-hr self serve pantry • 24hr– Business Center • Exercise Area Phone: (318) 742-8300 Fax: (318) 742-8320 100 Boardwalk Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111 Check our website for specials and packages: Courtyard.com/shvsb
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