5 Affordable Restaurants in Downtown, Shreveport LA
Updated 11 October 2026 · 7 restaurants in Downtown, Shreveport LA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five restaurants in Downtown Shreveport, Louisiana, chosen by the price range Google lists for each business and then ranked by rating. Seven qualifying businesses were considered. It helps diners compare menus, hours, and typical costs before picking a place for a meal. Price ranges are quoted as Google shows them, so readers can see which places sit at the higher end. The list is not a guarantee of value, and the order follows the published ranking. Each entry covers the business type, address, hours, and what reviewers mention.
#1
The Mabry House
★ 4.8 (256 Google reviews)Fine dining restaurant$50–100 per person
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The Mabry House is a fine dining restaurant with a 4.8 Google rating from 256 reviews. Google lists its price range as $50 to $100, the highest band among the five, so it suits a special occasion more than a quick meal. It is at 1540 Irving Pl in Shreveport and is open Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday until 10 pm, and closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Reviewers describe a historic Victorian house with a romantic, lively feel, a fireplace, cocktails, and seabass. Some found certain dishes bland or overly sweet.
Best for: Anniversary dinners and a historic setting
- Address
- 1540 Irving Pl, Shreveport, LA 71101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 5–9 pm
#2
Marilynn's Place
★ 4.6 (2,518 Google reviews)Cajun restaurant$10–20 per person
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Marilynn's Place is a Cajun restaurant with a 4.6 Google rating from 2,518 reviews, and Google lists its price range as $10 to $20. It is at 4041 Fern Ave in Shreveport and is open most days from 9 am to 9 pm, closed Tuesday, with Sunday hours from 10 am to 3 pm. Reviewers mention shrimp and grits, a spicy shrimp poboy, crawfish etouffee, and beignets. Some describe live music and quick, flavorful meals. Google lists outdoor seating, takeaway, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet.
Best for: Quick Cajun bites and shrimp and grits
- Address
- 4041 Fern Ave, Shreveport, LA 71105, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 9 am–9 pm; Sun 10 am–3 pm; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 9 am–9 pm
#3
Ki' Mexico
★ 4.6 (1,835 Google reviews)Mexican restaurant$10–20 per person
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Ki' Mexico is a Mexican restaurant rated 4.6 on Google from 1,835 reviews, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 3839 Gilbert Dr in Shreveport, open most days from about 10:30 am to 10 pm, closed Monday, and open Sunday until 3 pm. Reviewers describe unusual flavor combinations with local ingredients, carne asada tortas, a guacamole appetizer, and crawfish tacos. Some guests sat outside near a band, which made conversation difficult. Google lists outdoor seating, delivery, live music, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet.
Best for: Local-ingredient Mexican plates and live music
- Address
- 3839 Gilbert Dr, Shreveport, LA 71104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10:30 am–10 pm; Sun 10:30 am–3 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Papa & Company
★ 4.6 (782 Google reviews)Hamburger restaurant$10–20 per person
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Papa & Company is a hamburger restaurant rated 4.6 on Google from 782 reviews, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 545 E Washington St in Shreveport. It is open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 am to around 2 or 3 pm and closed Sunday. Reviewers describe large, juicy burgers, buns that are homemade, food cooked fast and fresh, and friendly staff. Some noted a salty patty or a restroom they did not enjoy. Google lists delivery, takeaway, counter service, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet.
Best for: Big burgers with homemade buns
- Address
- 545 E Washington St, Shreveport, LA 71104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10:30 am–3 pm; Mon 10:30 am–2 pm; Sat 10:30 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10:30 am–3 pm; Tue 10:30 am–2 pm; Wed 10:30 am–3 pm
#5
Mae & Co
★ 4.7 (83 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$20–30 per person
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Mae & Co is a seafood restaurant with a 4.7 Google rating from 83 reviews, and Google lists its price range as $20 to $30. It is at 1023 Provenance Pl Blvd in Shreveport and is open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm, with Sunday hours from 11 am to 2:30 pm. Reviewers describe the area as tucked away and attractive, and mention a shrimp po boy, pimento cheese beignets, a poblano pimento cheese starter, and helpful servers who recommend dishes. Google lists outdoor seating, delivery, happy-hour food and drinks, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet.
Best for: Shrimp po boys and pimento cheese beignets
- Address
- 1023 Provenance Pl Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71106, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 11 am–2:30 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 restaurants in Downtown, Shreveport LA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at The Mabry House: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, Marilynn's Place opens at 9 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
The Mabry House ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 256 reviews. Marilynn's Place is second at 4.6 from 2,518 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Shreveport LA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is The Mabry House, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: The Mabry House $50–100; Marilynn's Place $10–20; Ki' Mexico $10–20; Papa & Company $10–20; Mae & Co $20–30.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Mabry House, Marilynn's Place, Ki' Mexico, Papa & Company and Mae & Co.
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