15 Louisiana All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Where The Dessert Tables Alone Are Worth The Trip
Louisiana has a special talent for spoiling anyone with a sweet tooth. When it comes to buffets, the main courses may draw you in, but it’s the dessert tables that often steal the spotlight.
Think bread pudding swimming in whiskey sauce, cobblers packed with seasonal fruit, and a spread so tempting you’ll forget you came for anything else.
In this state, a meal just doesn’t feel finished until it ends on a sugary high note.
1. The Court of Two Sisters – Jazz Brunch Buffet
Nestled in a historic French Quarter courtyard, this legendary jazz brunch is a New Orleans institution. Live music fills the air as you sample Creole classics from the buffet line.
The dessert station sparkles with Southern indulgences – their pecan pie offers the perfect balance of nutty crunch and gooey filling, while the bread pudding swimming in whiskey sauce might make you forget your manners and lick the plate.
2. House of Seafood Buffet
This unassuming small-town gem has locals lined up around the block on weekends. The seafood offerings might be the main attraction, but regulars know to save room for what comes after.
Their dessert table rotates through a parade of Southern classics – some days you’ll find blackberry cobbler still bubbling from the oven, other times it’s slices of caramel cake that seem to disappear before your eyes.
3. Hollis Seafood Buffet
Tucked away near the Arkansas border, Hollis has mastered the art of country cooking. Their catfish might be famous, but the dessert spread deserves its own reputation.
I still remember my first visit when the server pointed me toward a coconut cake that changed my life.
Each dessert feels like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen – no fancy plating, just honest-to-goodness flavor that makes you close your eyes with each bite.
4. Cattleman’s Buffet – Boomtown Casino
Casino buffets often get a bad rap, but Cattleman’s breaks the mold with quality that rivals standalone restaurants. The prime rib station draws crowds, but smart diners know to pace themselves.
Their dessert station is a playground for your sweet tooth – glistening bread pudding, towering chocolate cake slices, and seasonal fruit tarts compete for your attention.
Staff even post signs reminding guests to save room for the finale.
5. Market Place Buffet – Paragon Casino Resort
The Paragon’s flagship buffet balances quantity with surprising quality. Between the carving station and seafood offerings, you might think you’ve found heaven. But wait – there’s more.
I once watched my normally reserved aunt return to the dessert bar three times during our family reunion. Their pastry chef clearly takes pride in the rotating selection of cakes, cookies, and seasonal treats.
The soft-serve machine with multiple toppings is a hit with kids and adults alike.
6. Bon Temps Market Buffet – L’Auberge Casino
Weekend warriors flock to this upscale casino buffet for the snow crab legs, but sweet tooths know the real treasure awaits at meal’s end. Their Sunday “Brunch & Bubbles” takes things to another level entirely.
The pastry selection during brunch service transforms into an Instagram-worthy display. Miniature versions of classic desserts let you sample multiple treats without the guilt.
The chocolate fountain becomes the table centerpiece as guests dip strawberries and marshmallows.
7. Bo’s Steakhouse & Seafood Buffet
This family-run establishment proves you don’t need fancy surroundings to serve exceptional food. The buffet line stretches with country favorites and seafood specialties that change with availability.
When you think you can’t eat another bite, the dessert corner beckons. Their homemade peach cobbler has converted many a non-dessert eater.
The ice cream station with multiple flavors and toppings lets you create your own masterpiece. I’ve seen grown men debate the merits of sprinkles here.
8. Cajun Catfish & Buffet
Small-town charm meets big flavor at this Cajun country staple. While the catfish deservedly gets top billing, regulars know to monitor their portions carefully.
The dessert table showcases the best of Southern baking traditions. Slices of chess pie sit alongside a chocolate sheet cake that would make any grandmother proud.
Each day brings different offerings – sometimes it’s lemon icebox pie, other days it’s blackberry cobbler warm from the oven.
9. Ombu Buffet
This newer addition to the Greater New Orleans buffet scene combines seafood specialties with Asian favorites. Weekend crab leg service draws crowds from both sides of the Mississippi.
After filling up on savory selections, patrons discover the dessert line is no afterthought. Colorful cakes and pastries tempt even the most stuffed diners.
Their soft-serve machine offers unusual flavor combinations that change seasonally – the mango-coconut swirl during summer months has developed its own fan club.
10. Copeland’s of New Orleans – Sunday Brunch Buffet
This beloved local chain transforms its Kenner location into a buffet wonderland every Sunday. Traditional New Orleans brunch favorites line the stations while families gather for their weekly tradition.
The dessert section showcases Copeland’s famous sweets in miniature form. Their legendary cheesecake appears alongside bread pudding that locals rave about.
My cousin once tried to sneak an entire bread pudding home in her purse – that’s how good it is.
11. 8 Block Kitchen & Bar (Hyatt Regency)
This upscale hotel buffet caters to business travelers and convention-goers, but locals know it’s worth a visit too. The lunch buffet offers a refined approach to all-you-can-eat dining in the heart of downtown.
The dessert selection changes daily based on the chef’s whims. One constant: everything is portioned in bite-sized pieces, allowing you to sample multiple creations.
The mini praline cheesecakes and chocolate-dipped strawberries provide the perfect sweet finish to a power lunch.
12. The Vault NOLA – Sunday Brunch Buffet
This neighborhood favorite transforms into a brunch destination every Sunday. The buffet spread features Southern comfort classics alongside creative chef-driven dishes that change weekly.
The sweet treats section has developed a cult following among locals. House-made beignets dusted with powdered sugar disappear within minutes of being set out.
Their bread pudding varieties rotate seasonally – the bananas foster version had me contemplating whether it was acceptable to skip the main dishes entirely.
13. Rascal’s Cajun Restaurant
This roadside Cajun joint might not look impressive from the outside, but locals know treasures await within. The buffet schedule varies, with seafood specialties often appearing on Fridays.
The dessert offerings change daily but always feature at least one cobbler fresh from the oven. The peach version arrives bubbling hot with a golden brown crust that crackles under your spoon.
Their bread pudding has a hint of cinnamon that perfectly complements the whiskey sauce drizzled on top.
14. Panda King Buffet
This sprawling Chinese buffet has become a Gretna institution over the years. Multiple hot food stations ensure something for everyone, from traditional Chinese favorites to American comfort foods.
The dessert bar might surprise first-time visitors with its extensive selection. Fresh fruit sits alongside cream puffs and chocolate-dipped fortune cookies.
A rotating lineup of sweets keeps regulars happy, and some guests stop in just for dessert.
15. Golden Corral
While this national chain might seem like an unexpected entry, Louisiana locations have perfected their dessert game beyond the corporate standard.
Many locations periodically feature the Chocolate Wonderfall fountain; availability varies by location and time.
Some Louisiana locations offer bread pudding, and preparations may reflect local flavors. Some locations also offer features like cotton candy machines during select hours, delighting children and bringing out the kid in adults too.
Carrot cake remains a guest favorite.