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Louisiana Restaurant Association
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We advance and protect Louisiana’s restaurant and hospitality industry.
Louisiana's Restaurant Industry Overview
Restaurant Locations
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In Sales
Restaurant & Foodservice Jobs
%
of Restaurants Have Fewer Than 50 Employees
%
of Restaurants are Women/Minority Owned
ServSafe Manager Training
January 12, 2026
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)
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Shreveport, LA
ServSafe Manager Training
January 13, 2026
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)
Diamond Grill Restaurant
Alexandria, LA
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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.
Renewal Season is Here: LRA Workers’ Comp Delivers Industry-Focused Protection
30 December 2025
Latest News LRA Workers’ Comp renewal information has been sent by email and mail to participating members. Designed specifically for…
Read MoreTreasury Issues Guidance on Penny Shortages: What It Means for Small Businesses
29 December 2025
Latest News On December 23, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released public guidance addressing how businesses should handle cash…
Read MoreAn Important Update for Taste of Mardi Gras in 2026
22 December 2025
Latest News For more than 31 years, Taste of Mardi Gras has been a beloved tradition in Central Louisiana. Year…
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