Some of the best flavors of the Deep South come together at a Louisiana-themed comfort food house that everyone in Indiana needs to visit. If you’ve always wanted to try dishes like jambalaya, etouffee, and gumbo, this creole restaurant in Bloomington, Indiana is the place to be.

The next best place to enjoy food like this is New Orleans itself. If you want to avoid a long drive or plane ride like that, check this place out:

Dat’s Cajun & Creole Restaurant in southern Indiana is known for its authentic eats. You’d never expect to find a place like this in the Hoosier State.

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The interior of this casual restaurant is simple and rustic with a mix of painted walls and exposed brick. Seating is limited and many choose to take their dishes to go or order for delivery.

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When it comes to the food, you’ll find a plethora of rice bowls and sandwiches. Most popular are the authentic entrees like gumbo, jambalaya, etoufee, and red beans and rice. Each is served with a big chuck of cajun garlic bread.

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Other classics include white chicken chili, drunken chicken, sriracha chicken, chicken stews, and buffalo chicken. Portions are large and sure to send you home stuffed.

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Additional eats include chicken sandwiches, ratatouille, black beans and caramelized corn, as well as desserts like cookies, peanut butter pie, triple chocolate mousse, flourless chocolate cake, and tiramisu.

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Guests also enjoy drinks like soda, sweet tea, coconut water, ginger ale, ginger beer, and bottled beverages at this outstanding restaurant. When the weather cooperates, outdoor seating can make your dining experience even more exceptional.

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Dat’s Cajun & Creole Restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. as well as Friday and Saturday between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m., and you can get more details about it on its website or Facebook page.

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Address: 211 South Grant Street, Bloomington, IN 47408

For more like this, check out these 10 soul food restaurants in Indiana that prove the south has nothing on the north.

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