Since 1947, Judice Inn has been one of Lafayette's most popular local restaurants, serving what some call the "best burgers in town". And I must say, the burgers from Judice Inn are unlike any others I've had in Lafayette. Each patty is grilled to perfection, each topping freshly prepared the morning it is used. Cooked with a "secret sauce" to enhance flavor, Judice Inn burgers possess a quality that is unparalleled by any other burger joint in town.
What I find just as enjoyable as the burgers is the restaurant's long interesting history. After World War II, two brothers Alcide and Marc Judice joined forces to open their own restaurant. Together, with the help and support from their wives, the Judice brothers built the restaurant themselves, often working on it in the evenings after leaving their day jobs. The restaurant opened on April 5, 1947 on a tiny budget. The brothers worked long shifts to keep the restaurant on its feet, and eventually the hard work began to pay off; soon, Lafayette citizens were raving about the new joint, and business took off.
Judice Inn was (and continues to be) run exclusively by the Judice family; sons and daughters, sisters and brothers began working for the restaurant at the early age of 7 and were promoted to "waiter" status by 12. Even after those children grew up and began their careers, it was not uncommon for them to return to the family restaurant to help out during busy hours.
What is truly amazing about a family run business such as Judice Inn is that quality is never lost, and that customers are always guaranteed to receive the best service. I can attest to this; in the several times I've visited Judice Inn, I've always been welcomed with a smile and treated as a priority. Not to mention, the food has always tasted just as delicious as the time before.
An interesting piece of trivia about Judice Inn: In the nearly 70 years the Judice family has run the restaurant, they have NEVER sold fries with their burgers! As shocking as this may seem, it certainly doesn't stop Lafayette residents from filling up the joint every day. Instead of fries, customers are offered a variety of potato chips, candy bars, or ice cream. In addition, the restaurant also serves different types of sandwiches if you're not particularly craving a burger, and draft beer, milkshakes, and ice cream floats are delightful alternatives to the standard soft drinks.
Judice Inn continues to be a gem of the Lafayette food industry, and one of my personal favorites. The quality of the food and the people serving it just can't be beat. Drop by Judice Inn to experience an integral part of Lafayette history, and enjoy a great burger while you're at it!
Originally posted at: Lafayette Real Estate News
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