Louisiana Soul, Served Lakeside.
Five generations of the Chapman family serving the oldest continuously operating African-American family-owned restaurant in the United States — right on the shores of Cross Lake.
A Century of Creole Cooking, One Family Kitchen.
What began in 1921 as Freeman & Harris Café — later Pete Harris Café, then Brother's Seafood — is today Orlandeaux's Café, named in honor of Orlando Chapman. Through every name change, one thing never did: the recipes, the hospitality, and the family behind the stove.
Today the Chapman family continues that legacy on the shores of Cross Lake, serving scratch-made Creole, Cajun and Southern soul food to Shreveport-Bossier and the entire Ark-La-Tex.
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Signature Dishes
The dishes Shreveport keeps coming back for.
Stuffed Shrimp
A Chapman-family original.
From $4.20
Gumbeaux
Shrimp, chicken, crab & sausage.
$12.75
Crawfish Étouffée
"Blonde roux" over rice.
$16.95
Beignets (3)
Warm & powdered-sugar dusted.
$6.00
Daily Lunch Specials — $10
A different home-style plate every weekday, served with your choice of rice & gravy or mashed potatoes & gravy.
- Monday: Shrimp Creole, Smothered Hamburger Steak & more
- Wednesday: Fried Chicken, Smothered Chicken & more
- Friday: Fried Trout & Potato Salad, Baked Turkey & Dressing
Loved Since 1921
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take phone orders?
We don't take call-in orders over the phone, but you're always welcome to come in and place a to-go order in person.
Do I need a reservation?
We're a popular spot, especially on weekends — walk-ins are welcome, but arriving a little early helps you skip the wait.
What is Orlandeaux's Café known for?
Our stuffed shrimp, Gumbeaux and homemade tartar sauce are Shreveport favorites, alongside po'boys, étouffée and daily soul-food lunch specials.
Where are you located?
5301 S Lakeshore Dr, Shreveport, LA 71109 — right on the shore of Cross Lake.