The Richland Beacon-News recently asked readers to name their favorite places to eat in Richland Parish.
Dozens of residents weighed in, praising everything from seafood and soul food to burgers, buffets and late-night staples.
After tallying the responses, several clear favorites rose to the top.
Leading the list was Rayville Southern BBQ & Grill, which received the most mentions overall. Readers consistently praised the restaurant’s seafood and wide menu.
“Rayville Southern BBQ & Grill for me... their fish plates are so good,” Vanessa Martin wrote. “They have a lot on the menu. My No. 1 spot I will choose to eat at in town.”
Close behind was Family First Foods, which drew strong community support, with many commenters specifically naming owner Lakecha Chantay Pollard.
“Family First Soulfood is the best,” Al J. Humes said. “Thank me later.”
Another reader, Detirick Theus, praised both the food and service, calling it “good food with great customer service.”
A longtime Delhi favorite, Tammy Fay’s Cafe, also ranked among the parish’s most popular choices. Known for its homestyle cooking, the cafe drew enthusiastic praise from multiple readers.
“Serving up home cooking for the soul,” Christina A. Amarante wrote. “Everything made fresh daily. Best burgers ever and unbeatable onion rings that are hand breaded.”
In Mangham, Honey’s Restaurant stood out as the town’s go-to dining option, earning repeated mentions for its buffet and comfort food.
“Honey’s in Mangham,” Kiesha Miley wrote simply, echoing dozens of similar comments.
Rounding out the top tier was Waffle House, praised for its consistency and around-theclock service.
“Waffle House hands down,” Jason Sharbono said. “Don’t believe me, look at the parking lot. Packed house every single day and night.”
Readers also showed strong support for several other restaurants across the parish, including Holy Tacos, San Miguel Mexican Bar & Grill, Big John’s Steak & Seafood, Tastebuds & Suds, E.W. Thomson Drug Co., The Market on Julia, Bootlegger’s Bistro and Hebrews Coffee & Eats. Several commenters also shared fond memories of longtime favorites and closed restaurants that still hold a place in local history.
From burgers and barbecue to tacos and soul food, the responses highlighted both the variety and the loyalty that define Richland Parish’s dining scene.
As one reader summed it up, “So many great options in Richland Parish.”
A new question will be posted Thursday on the Richland Beacon-News Facebook page.
