Janie Brown has worked in the food service industry since 1984. Inspired by Chef Chris of La Province and Sal Impastato of Sal and Judy's, all food at Janie's is prepared fresh to order. Our marinara sauce is prepared daily as well as our famous brown gravy, seafood stock, gumbo, corn & crab bisque, marsala sauce, Alfredo sauce, and demi-glace.
Our delicious Louisiana seafood is fried to perfection. Our softshell crabs and fish are caught locally and are fresh. Jaine welcomes all new guest and old alike to have a fine dining experience and a casual atmosphere!
Our delicious Louisiana seafood is fried to perfection. Our softshell crabs and fish are caught locally and are fresh. Jaine welcomes all new guest and old alike to have a fine dining experience and a casual atmosphere!
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Thinly sliced turkey breast, smoked ham, cheddar and provolone cheese on a bed of garden greens and tomatoes topped with house dressing. Romaine and Iceberg Salad topped with strips of genoa salami, olive salad and provolone cheese. Fresh shrimp and noodles tossed in a crme imported romano cheese sauce, topped with a hint of cracked red pepper.
Reviews (22)
WagHero Tejeda
Feb 01, 2022
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Lynette Verdin
Jan 02, 2022
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Carlos Bogran
Dec 15, 2021
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Al S.
Dec 12, 2021
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Very nice Resturant in the small town of Lacombe, La. The interior is interesting and well decorated.
Appears clean and the staff is friendly, courteous and attentive. There is a nice menu that list everything you can order as well as all the items that come with your meal. The time it takes for your dinner to arrive at the table is just enough to relax and is brought to you in stages that you would expect it. We had a seafood platter that was more than we could eat so that required a go box at the end of the meal. In this order all the seafood was fried to perfection with fresh cooking oil
Appears clean and the staff is friendly, courteous and attentive. There is a nice menu that list everything you can order as well as all the items that come with your meal. The time it takes for your dinner to arrive at the table is just enough to relax and is brought to you in stages that you would expect it. We had a seafood platter that was more than we could eat so that required a go box at the end of the meal. In this order all the seafood was fried to perfection with fresh cooking oil
Benjamin Milligan
Sep 21, 2021
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Michael Thompson
Jul 30, 2021
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Nice old house turned restaurant. Our food was prompt and everything is fresh. There was an issue with our drinks, but it was resolved. Portion sizes are reasonable, not the typical oversized portions you get at most Louisiana eateries. The atmosphere is nice, not as quiet as some places but you can easily hold a conversation. Overall, a good place to eat lunch or have a relaxing evening with some family or friends.
Kathy O.
Jul 10, 2021
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This is one of my Family's favorites. We came at the end of the lunch hour. Service was fast and efficient. Each meal we ordered was fresh and delicious! We had the Gumbo, Chef Salad, Corn Chowder, The daily special
Which was fish with etouffee, po'boys, and a Mufaletta. Love the eclectic decor. Take the Lacombe exit off the interstate and come give this place a try! Our Family will be back!
Which was fish with etouffee, po'boys, and a Mufaletta. Love the eclectic decor. Take the Lacombe exit off the interstate and come give this place a try! Our Family will be back!
Jesse B.
Jan 03, 2021
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Kristi Schulze
Dec 30, 2020
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Hugh C.
Dec 18, 2020
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S. W.
Oct 27, 2020
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Rachel C.
Jul 24, 2020
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Everything tasted amazing. The noodles in the fettuccine tasted homemade. (Not sure if they are). The seafood was perfectly fried and seasoned. The best part is they make homemade ranch and blue cheese. They were both delicious. My son said the meatballs were better than mine(which kinda hurt my feelings... but i tried them and they were delish). I loved the cute ambiance too. Yum!
Christopher W.
Jul 08, 2020
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Janine L.
Jan 11, 2020
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We went here for a friend's birthday dinner. Most of the food wasn't bad, except the shrimp fettuccine Alfredo. The service, however, was horrible. The waitress ignored the first 4 in the party until the rest arrived. The drinks were wrong almost every single time. We had to flag her down because she never came back. It took almost 40 minutes just to get our salads. When we complained about the automatically added tips to all the checks, in light of the horrible service, she got downright rude. We were truly disappointed since several in our group had been before and had always liked
Melissa Stearns
Dec 02, 2019
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Paul W.
Nov 18, 2019
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Been here many times. Last night I had the fried shrimp platter which was fantastic. It had butterflied jumbo shrimp -- once common on these platters and now a rarity. The shrimp was fresh and tasty! Quite honestly one of the best-fried platters I have had in years. Service was not that good. Overall, recommended and I will be back.
Ida G.
Aug 28, 2019
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We drove past Janie Browns on a weekday. It was lunch time, we saw the cars out front and hurriedly checked Yelp, made a U turn and stopped to eat.
We were not disappointed! The food was great. In fact, I'd say outstanding. It serves the kind of food New Orleanians love but should not indulge in too often: fried seafood, rich Italian dishes and indulgent po boys with fries.
Our meals consisted of Trout Amandine, Lasagna and Paneed Chicken with
Fettuccine Alfredo. Everyone was delighted with their choice....soooo good. Lunch came with a small salad. A little bowl of seasoned oyster crackers
We were not disappointed! The food was great. In fact, I'd say outstanding. It serves the kind of food New Orleanians love but should not indulge in too often: fried seafood, rich Italian dishes and indulgent po boys with fries.
Our meals consisted of Trout Amandine, Lasagna and Paneed Chicken with
Fettuccine Alfredo. Everyone was delighted with their choice....soooo good. Lunch came with a small salad. A little bowl of seasoned oyster crackers
Cindy S.
Aug 19, 2019
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Fried softshell shell is the best on the Northshore! Fantastic crispy, light batter making the softshell crab extra awesome! They also have excellent fried eggplant..This is definitely Lacombe's jewel as far as restaurants are concerned. The service is also great with a very friendly, accomodating staff!
Nick E.
Jun 02, 2019
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This place is the perfect representation of Southeastern LA cuisine. The quality was on par with Commander's Palace or Gallatoire's, but the prices were a fraction of that of those greats. I look forward to making the drive from NOLA to this great spot again.
Started with crab cakes, which were perfect. Fresh LA crabmeat. I liked how they baked instead of fried them.
Also started with BBQ shrimp. Wow. One of the best versions of this classic New Orleans dish..maybe the best.
Then Had the Trout Meneure. Also perfect. This is usually one of my favorite Creole dishes, and they did not
Started with crab cakes, which were perfect. Fresh LA crabmeat. I liked how they baked instead of fried them.
Also started with BBQ shrimp. Wow. One of the best versions of this classic New Orleans dish..maybe the best.
Then Had the Trout Meneure. Also perfect. This is usually one of my favorite Creole dishes, and they did not
Marylou D.
Apr 13, 2019
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Margie V.
Dec 26, 2015
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Janie Browns is a hidden gem on the Northshore! People travel to Lacombe for La Provance and Sal & Judy's, both excellent choices. But if you're looking for expertly prepared food, lower prices AND some of the best renditions of New Orleans favorites that you've ever eaten, Janie's is where you should be heading. Seriously, I rate the trout meuniere in the best I've ever eaten (and I've eaten a lot!). It reminds me of the wondrous dishes from back in the day, when places like Mandich's and Mandina's crafted perfect grilled trout.
And as I've said
And as I've said
Lana G.
Jun 13, 2015
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The food is SO fantastic you won't mind the painfully-slow service! The best food I've had on the Northshore since moving here almost a decade ago. Quite possibly some of the best food I've ever had anywhere. Even chicken--yes, plain, bland, old chicken--was eye-poppingly awesome. All fish dishes really spectacular. Bisque is spicy and although I have difficulty (as a throat cancer survivor,) with spicy foods, I found a way to get this down. Mmmmmm! Go there! Eat it! Partake in the culinary heaven that is Janie Brown's!
(Seriously slow service though...Seriously.)
(Seriously slow service though...Seriously.)
