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South of the Border

4.5 165 reviews 14945 US-61, St Francisville, LA 70775, United States

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South of the Border is a hidden gem located on US-61 in St. Francisville, LA, where the charm of an old restaurant atmosphere meets deliciously comforting food. Patrons rave about the sizable cheese sticks that are a perfect appetizer to kick off your meal. One reviewer, Vicky P, highlights the freshness of their burgers, paired delightfully with crispy fries. The friendly and attentive service adds to the experience, making every visit feel welcoming.

For those with a penchant for crispy snacks, Edward Lakin claims the onion rings here are the best he has ever had, so much so that he recommends making them the main dish on your next visit. The menu offers a variety of flavorful options; Anita Bankston enjoyed a delightful Greek chicken and shrimp pasta that was bursting with flavor. Don't miss out on the homemade desserts, particularly the blackberry cobbler, which has received glowing remarks from Lexi Hodges. Overall, South of the Border not only serves delicious meals but also offers a community vibe that makes each dining experience memorable.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with South of the Border before visiting.

Reviews for South of the Border

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Review highlights

Based on 165 reviews

South of the Border consistently receives praise for its flavorful and generously portioned menu, with particular acclaim for appetizers like cheese sticks and onion rings, as well as well-seasoned entrees including burgers, pasta, and seafood dishes. Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness of ingredients and the satisfying balance of flavors. The restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere is complemented by attentive and friendly service, though some note occasional staffing challenges during busy periods. Desserts, especially fruit-based cobblers, are also noted as a delightful finishing touch. Overall, diners appreciate the combination of quality food, reasonable portion sizes, and personable service, making South of the Border a recommended stop for both casual meals and larger group gatherings in the St. Francisville area.

Vicky P
Jul 11, 2025

This restaurant was delicious. We had the cheese sticks as our appetizer and they were so big and super tasty. There were four cheese sticks all together, but we devoured the first two before I took the picture. The burger with a great size definitely worth the cost it was served with fresh french fries on the side. The wait staff was super friendly and very attentive. Definitely worth the stop.

mark vicknair
Jun 18, 2025

Food was good. When we showed up they only had 1 waitress. You could tell was she was over worked. We had no where to be so we didn't mind waiting. It was worth the wait.

Edward Lakin
Jun 13, 2025

South of the Border Proof that I will drive an hour for good onion rings. (Forgot to take a photo of onion rings until they were half gone, you will have to use your imagination). Hands down, the best onion rings I have ever had. In fact next time we won't order anything else because the rings are more than enough to eat for two. Both of us packed our lunch order up in to-go boxes to take with us. I had the hamburger steak which came with potato casserole and baby limas. My wife went with the fried chicken. We were the only customers for awhile, nice, old restaurant vibe at South of the Border, right outside of St. Francisville on US-61.

Anita Bankston
Jun 10, 2025

Wonderful lunch. The Greek Chicken and Shrimp pasta with mushrooms, artichoke hearts and red peppers was delicious. The green beans were excellent and the bread pudding was fantastic! Thanks South of the Border for the great meal and service!

Lexi Hodges
Jun 01, 2025

Ms. Terri is the absolute best!!! and not to mention the food! we had a table of 7 and everyone loved loved loved their meal. I personally had the garlic pasta with chicken and green beans. everything is seasoned to perfection. and the desserts! the blackberry cobbler is divine. if that’s not your style, they have many other options to chose from. if you’re in the area, this is the place to go. best meal around.

Amanda Sutherland
May 25, 2025

I wish I could give this place 10 stars. Darn good burger one of the best I've ever had, outstanding service and atmosphere. We were just traveling through but I highly recommend y'all stop here for the Border Burger extra pickles and the side salad with their homemade ranch. The sweet potato fries were delicious as well. Juiciest burger I've had probably ever.

kelsey barnes
May 06, 2025

The food was absolutely fabulous. I had the stuffed shrimp and they were not only HUGE but they were the BEST stuffed shrimp I've ever had in my life. All the food was delicious, the service was very friendly and it had a great atmosphere. If I had one small critique, the bread rolls they brought us were not very good, they were cold and seemed a bit low quality but everything else made up for that AND MORE! We will definitely be back!

Kyle McDoulett
Mar 24, 2025

Wow! Truly wow! What a great place to come and eat! The service was great!!! Ms.Terri helped us and she was incredibly sweet and willing to help any way she could. She was friendly and more than happy to say hello and have a conversation with us. The restaurant was nice and clean. It was easy to find right off the road. And the food was amazing! I got the country fried chicken breast. Normally I have to take about half of my meals I eat out home, but not this meal. It was so good I couldn’t help but eat it all! And the blackberry cobbler was fantastic. Overall, you should definitely come here!

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Address
14945 US-61, St Francisville, LA 70775, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
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