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Louisiana Restaurant Association
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
ServSafe Manager Training
October 4, 2026
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. (CST)
Diamond Grill RestaurantÂ
Alexandria, LA
ServSafe Manager Training
October 12, 2026
9:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. (CST)
LRA Office
Metairie, 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.
Throwdown for the Future: Eat. Drink. Win!
08 September 2026
Latest News One night. Some of New Orleans’ best restaurants. Great food, cocktails, music and prizes-all for a great cause.…
Read MoreAlcohol Rules for Guests Ages 18–20
08 September 2026
Latest News Louisiana’s alcohol regulations can be confusing when it comes to guests ages 18-20 dining at a restaurant bar…
Read MoreYour Recipe for Success Starts with a Clean Kitchen
08 September 2026
Latest News A clean kitchen is more than a matter of appearance-it’s a critical ingredient in food safety. Improper cleaning…
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