Copeland's 2421 South McArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-449-3761, Serving authentic New Orleans style cuisines such as crawfish fettuccine, le club croissant, chicken alfredeaux, blackened shrimp, and crab stuffed catfish bordelaise.

Atwood's Bakery 1125 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-445-5134, "Baking memories since 1977," this award winning bakery is a local favorite for fresh breads, delicate pastries, doughnuts, and elegant wedding cakes. Atwood's also offers a wonderful lunch special on Tuesday thru Saturday. Unique salads, deli sandwiches on fresh baked bread and delicious soups made from scratch. Hours : Tuesday & Wednesday 6AM-6PM, Thursday & Friday, 6AM-10PM, Saturday 6AM-4PM. They are closed Sunday and Monday. more... 

Bistro On The Bayou 1321 Chappie James Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, At England Air Park, 318-445-7574, An excellent choice for fine dining in the Alexandria area, the Bistro offers an interesting selection of fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks and pasta dishes, all prepared with that special Louisiana touch. Restaurant and travelwriters and critics rate the Bistro on the Bayou "As good as the best in New Orleans." Lunch is served from 11:00 - 1:30, Monday through Friday, and offers more casual fare. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday. Private dining and meeting facilities are also available for parties of two to four hundred. more... 

Chili's 2291 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, At the traffic circle, 318-442-3222, A popular restaurant chain with a full menu of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, steaks, ribs and more. The casual atmosphere is perfect for families.  

Cottage Restaurant 1465 Dorchester Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, Inside MacArthur Village, next to Tuesday Morning, 318-448-4220, A local favorite for lunch, this restaurant serves fine American cuisine and is known for their shrimp bisque. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch only; closed on Sunday. 

Diamond Grill 924 Third Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, Located in Downtown Alexandria, 318-448-8989, Housed in a beautifully renovated turn-of-the-century building, Diamond Grill's upscale atmosphere pairs well with its wonderful menu. Fresh seafood, aged beef and delicious chef's specials can be enjoyed each night. The Mezzanine Bar offers an extensive wine and martini list. The third-floor dining room will accommodate all kinds of private events, holiday parties and corporate functions.

Logan's Roadhouse 2820 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-443-3550, Eat your peanuts and throw the shells on the floor! This restaurant chain is perfect for families. The lively atmosphere and extensive menu will please young and old.  

Spirit's 1260-H Texas Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, One block off Jackson Street, 318-445-4491, Spirits is indeed a local favorite.Whether you are meeting co-workers for lunch or looking for a relaxing dinner with family, Spirits offers it all. Famous for their fresh salads, they also serve delicious burgers and po-boys, pasta and fresh fish nightly. Live music every Wednesday night. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday, 11:00 until 2:30 and for dinner Tuesday thru Friday, 5:00 - 10:00. 

Eddie's Bayou BBQ and Catering 1024 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-473-0306, Satisfy your craving for barbecue at this restaurant that specializes in delicious Cajun style barbecue complete with homemade side dishes. Complete catering services are available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Jimmy J's Barnyard BBQ U.S. Hwy 65, Alexandria, LA, Near Ball Foods Grocery Store, 318-640-2990, A favorite for hot BBQ cooked over hickory and pecan. Jimmy J's makes their special BBQ sauce in small batches to insure freshness. Also on the menu, 1/2 pound hamburgers and baked potatos. Located North of Pineville in the town of Ball. Open Monday through Friday 10-2.

Outlaw's Barbecue 818 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-8723, This locally owned and operated restaurant serves great smoked beef, pork and chicken. Choose a platter with side orders or a sandwich with fries. Giant loaded baked potatoes are the best. A drive-thru makes to-go-orders very popular. Inside dining is casual and kid friendly. Open daily from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. 

Westside Bar-B-Que 5828 Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-9607, Established in 1956, this family restaurant is the second oldest restaurant in Alexandria and specializes in homemade smoked sausage, as well as barbecue ribs, chicken, sliced beef, and ham. They also serve homemade potato salad, cole slaw, baked beans, and dirty rice. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and serve charbroiled Certified Angus Ribeye Steaks after 4 p.m. every day. Enjoy their complete catering menu. 

Oriental Wok 6 North Bolton Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, near MacArthur Drive, 318-448-8247, Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, this busy restaurant offers Cantonese, Mandarin, Szechuan, Hunan and Shanghai specialties as well as a great sushi bar. Most popular dish is Tiny Spicy Chicken. 

Critic's Choice 5208 Rue Verdun, Alexandria, LA 71303, Off Jackson Street Extension, 318-445-1680, One of two locations in Alexandria serving delicious Philadelphia steak sandwiches, hoagies and oven grinders. Their second location is downtown at 415 Murray Street. Both restaurants are open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 10:30 until 2:00. For dinner, the Rue Verdun location is open Tuesday thru Saturday. Both locations are closed on Sunday.  

Bellino's Restaurant 4619 A Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, Jackson Street Ext. next to Mac's Market, 318-767-5980, Bellino's Restaurant offers homemade Italian cusine, thick steaks and fresh gulf seafood with a genuine New Orleans touch. Savor their overstuffed po-boys, seafood and great desserts. Also offers a top-of-the-line wine list.

Carino's Italian Grill 3213 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-767-5942, This casual dining restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere that everyone loves. Carino's offers an extensive menu of what they call "country Italian cuisine." Appetizers include broiled stuffed mushrooms, hand-breaded calimari, and Italian nachos. If you are hungry for a little something more, traditional favorites like baked cheese tortellini, chicken marsala, baked lasagna, salads, paninis and pizza is also available. Carino's is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and curbside carry-out is offered. more...

Suburban Garden 3322 Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-442-6947, A local favorite serving traditional Italian dishes for 60 years. Delicious ravioli, lasagne, spaghetti and fresh baked bread served by candlelight. You'll feel as if you have stepped back in time. Full bar adjacent to the main dining room. Open Tuesday thru Saturday from 4:30 until 10:30 PM. 

El Chico 1730 Metro Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, Just off MacArthur Drive, near the traffic circle, 318-442-4950, Popular Mexican restaurant chain with a casual atmosphere. Great lunch menu and kid friendly atmosphere. 

El Reparo 550 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-487-0207, An extensive selection of Mexican dishes such as fajitas, chimichangas, chalupas, taquitos, and quesadillas are served at this restaurant that also offers children's plates, delicious margaritas, fine wines, and desserts. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Los Portales 2071 North Mall Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, Located Near Wal-Mart, 318-443-5556, Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Los Portales serves authentic Mexican cuisine that is prepared daily. Menu items include such favorites as tacos, burritos, enchiladas, nachos, fajitas, and quesadillas. Over 30 combination plates are available to choose from.

Fant's Seafood 6300 Old Shreveport Highway, Tioga, LA 71360, 318-640-6699, Nothing fancy, this local favorite offers good ol’ fried fish, shrimp, boiled crawfish, po-boys and burgers. Fant's is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.

Robbie G's 5859 Jackson Street Extension, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-8621, Delicious fried and grilled seafood, boiled crawfish and ice-cold beer. This small and informal restaurant has a laid back atmosphere and many repeat customers. Serving lunch Tuesday thru Friday and dinner Tuesday thru Saturday.

Tunk's Cypress Inn 9507 Highway 28 West, Alexandria, LA 71409, Eight Miles Past the Coliseum, 318-487-4014, Locals flock to this well known establishment for a great selection of seafood items including oysters, shrimp, alligator, crawfish and delicious steaks. Perched on the banks of beautiful Lake Kincaid, you can enjoy the oyster bar which features live music nightly or bring a crowd to one of the three banquet rooms. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. more... 

Lee J's on the Levee 208 Main Street, Pineville, Alexandria, LA 71360, Near Downtown Alexandria, 318-487-4628, This daily lunch buffet very popular with downtown business men and women. Great southern cooking from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM, Monday thru Friday. The dining room is also available for rehearsal dinners, school banquets and corporate meetings. 

Paradise Catfish Kitchen 4820 Monroe Highway, Pineville, LA 71405, 318-640-5032, Welcome to Paradise, a fantastic place to enjoy fried catfish! Throw your peanut shells on the floor while you sip on fresh brewed sweet tea. Paradise Catfish also features a great salad bar.

Outback Steakhouse 3217 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-442-0303, No rules, just right. This popular franchise serves great steaks and has a lively bar. Plan ahead, it's usually crowded. 

Sammy's 3805 Halsey Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, Just off MacArthur Drive, 318-445-5125, This locally owned restaurant has been serving great steaks, baby-back ribs and fresh seafood for over 10 years. Open Monday thru Thursday evenings from 5:00 until 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday evenings until 10:00. A lunch buffet is available Monday thru Friday from 11:00-2:00. A banquet room is available for meetings and receptions.