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Our Mission

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

Calendar of Events

ServSafe Manager Training

March 23, 2026
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)

Juban's Restaurant
Baton Rouge, LA

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ServSafe Manager Training

April 14, 2026
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)

Courtyard By Marriott
Alexandria, LA

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Upcoming Events

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.

Bayou Culinary Showcase Returns for a Night of Food, Fun & Flavor

23 March 2026

Latest News Get ready for one of the Bayou Region’s favorite food events! The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) Bayou Chapter…

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Chalmette Sweeps Top Honors at Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational

20 March 2026

Latest News The LRA Education Foundation presented the Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational on March 18-19 at the New Orleans Morial…

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French Quarter Oyster Landmark Celebrates 150 Years

11 March 2026

Latest News The historic P&J Oyster Company is celebrating 150 years as one of the most influential oyster businesses in…

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