Reservations Recommended, particularly during "peak" times - please call 858-573-2837 after 10:30 am In order to accommodate all our guests properly and ensure that everyone's food comes out in a timely manner the Chef (Bud) asks that tables have no more than 8 guests.
We also appreciate any advance notice of changes in the number of guests or arrival time
Monday and Tuesday 7:00am - 3:00pm (breakfast and lunch only)
Wednesday through Friday 7:00am - 9:00pm (open straight through)
Saturday Noon - 9:00pm (open straight through)
Sundays - closed
Closed Mother's Day
Updated Happy Hour Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:00 until 6:00 half price beer and wines by the glass, plus $5 cocktails, and all appetizers 15% off.
We do serve a light "continental" breakfast Monday through Friday from 7:00 am until 10:30 am
A Note from Bud Since 1979, my passion for food and dining in my hometown of New Orleans has evolved into my mission in life. Over the past 29 years I have been the founding owner/chef of 9 restaurants in 5 different cities. All of the restaurants have been committed to serving authentic New Orleans style Creole and Cajun Cuisine. I am always so delighted and fulfilled when I open a new place and a large clientele develops who appreciate all things "In The New Orleans Manner ". What inspires me to continue my craft is knowing that I am not only feeding the souls of customers who already enjoy my style of food, but I am also introducing those from other areas to the authentic foods of my heritage.
Not only have I been fortunate to be a part of 9 successful restaurants but I have sold each restaurant to one of my employees; not only were they given the opportunity to be chefs and entrepreneurs, but they also continued my mission of serving authentic Creole and Cajun cuisine in the New Orleans Manner.
See the History and News page for information about Bud's previous restuarants as well as what people are saying about Bud's Louisiana Cafe now.