Kartchner’s in Lafayette — Restaurant in Lafayette

I went to the Johnston Street location TODAY for the very first time. I met the sweetest man there, Mr. Mike could not have been any nicer. And back he wanted me to sample everything there was. I shouldn’t have bought anything because he loaded me up with so many samples, I’ll have a hard time just eating that. I must admit, though that I did not care for the boudin balls at all. But I don’t want to put that in a review—I would rather talk to them about that. ( if you would like me to talk to you about it, send me a message and I can send you my telephone number) I definitely will not let that hamper the thought of my first visit. The pork rib knuckles were really good. I had never heard of the fried pork ribs knuckles before. The girl that checked me out was amazing. I asked her for a sample of the Cracklin. She probably gave me 10 pieces. I told her a sample is usually one and she said they like to be generous. Mr. Mike said that he wanted to make sure that was greatto be that I’ll be back💙💙. Well Mr. Mike, you can bet I will definitely be back. I could not get over the friendliness and helpfulness of everyone. They truly make you feel like family from the moment you walk in the door. Thank you, Mr. Mike and your wonderful staff. I will certainly see you soon. I haven’t had a chance to try everything yet, but maybe I can write a second review once I do. Have a...

Tried Kartchner's for the first time today while in Lafayette and looking for some Sunday BBQ. We got here around noon and all they had left was the pork steak so we got that, plus a link of regular pork boudin, 1/2 lb of pork cracklings to try and they recommend their rib bites so we got 5 of those. To say the BBQ was good would be an understatement, it was pretty fantastic! The pork steak was giant, very tender, had a good smoky flavor without being overly smokey, the BBQ sauce on it was perfect too. As for the sides we received potato salad, BBQ beans and rice dressing, I can easily say this was one of the few places we've been too where all the sides were just as delicious as the BBQ meat, they were similar to what I'd cook at home, nothing "fancy" which was perfect! The rice dressing was very moist and flavorful, the potato salad was creamy and the BBQ beans had the perfect ratio of sweet to seasoned and slightly spicy, it mixed with the potato salad absolutely perfectly! The boudin was really good although maybe a tad bit salty but had a good seasoning and was slightly spicy. The rib bites were well seasoned too and although they took were somewhat salty they were delicious! For sure one of the best Sunday BBQ places in Lafayette! I'll be sure to get here earlier next Sunday so I can try their other BBQ...

Over the last few days we have had the opportunity to try alot of boudin and other Louisiana favorites while in Lafayette.

We were suggested to try Kartchner's by a local...and GLAD WE WENT.

We tried pretty much everything they had.

Pepper jack boudain balls- Boudin balls- Chicken cracklins- Pork cracklins- Meat pie (slightly bland in my opinion compared to everything else). Boudin Smoked boudin-(had a smooth smokey flavor).

Rib tips...I do not like dry rubs...but geez these things are great ..and..my favorite..CRAWFISH BALLS!! I was expecting semi bland fried balls...I was VERY wrong. These things have tons of flavor, great spice and loaded with crawfish.

If I HAD to chose 3 items it would be difficult, but the must orders are the crawfish balls, smoked boudin and the Rib tips...but you can't go wrong with anything.

This location also has a store, complete with a variety of all of the meats, seasonings, and utensils you could ever want or need.

The staff was super pleasant and helpful. They provided great recommendations and made the experience that...