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flag Lafayette sees record restaurant openings in 2026.

flag In 2026, Lafayette has experienced a surge in new restaurant openings, marking one of the busiest years for dining in recent memory. flag Notable new spots include Bistrology, a Latin-fusion brunch concept with a Miami-inspired interior; SMASH, a restaurant featuring four outdoor pickleball courts; Empire Wingz, a Baton Rouge wing chain with self-serve kiosks; Big Red’s, a farm-to-boil crawfish drive-thru; a new restaurant at Northgate Mall; and the city's first standalone Dunkin'.

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