We Asked Acadiana Where to Get the Best Shrimp and Grits — Here’s What You Told Us

LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - Most of us who live in Acadiana will put our food up against just about any other place in the world. From Cajun Maw Maws to great restaurants, you are going to get fed well in Cajun Country.

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We've recently been on a kick about finding the best places to get certain dishes and foods. For example, we recently published lists on the best places for drive-thru crawfish, the best store-bought chicken salad, the best gumbo in restaurants, and even the best snoball spots in Acadiana.

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This week, we got an envie for some good shrimp and grits. So, we took to social media and asked our audience for suggestions.

What Makes a Great Shrimp and Grits Dish?

By the way, in case you are from some delicious-food-deprived area up north (you know, like Monroe or Shreveport), let us remind you what comprises basic shrimp and grits. This classic Southern dish usually combines creamy, cheesy grits with savory sautéed shrimp, typically featuring bacon, garlic, and a rich pan sauce.

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How We Found Acadiana's Best Shrimp and Grits

The choices of our very unscientific listener polls were diverse across Acadiana — with restaurants located in Abbeville to Breaux Bridge and St. Martinville, up to Sunset, and of course, all over the city of Lafayette.

Let's dive in and reveal the top choices for enjoying the best shrimp and grits in Acadiana, as suggested by you.