Our Mission
We deliver value to our members by advancing and protecting Louisiana’s restaurant
and hospitality industry while driving economic prosperity and jobs.
Louisiana's Restaurant Industry Overview
ServSafe Manager Training
May 5, 2025
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)
Juban's Restaurant & Catering
Baton Rouge, LA
LRA Day at the Capitol
April 29, 2025
Noon - 6 P.M. (CST)
City Club of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
Feature Blog Posts
In this section, you'll find key industry news to keep you up to date on what you need to know to operate your restaurant successfully.
Tariff Pause Offers a Brief Reprieve
Latest News President Trump has announced a 90-day pause on broad-based tariffs, while simultaneously increasing tariffs on Chinese imports. For…
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Crawfish of Connectivity: Strength in Numbers, Power in Advocacy
Latest News Just like a crawfish boil brings people together, the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) and the National Restaurant Association…
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Think Non-Profits Don’t Pay Sales Tax? Think Again!
Latest News At the Louisiana Restaurant Association, we frequently receive questions from our members regarding sales tax exemptions for non-profit…
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