Billy's Boudin & Cracklins

Cajun Country


Folks will literally drive for hours, sometimes crossing state lines, to grab some of Billy's goods. Most folks treat this as a takeout counter, but there's a seating area and some coolers where you can snag a cold drink. There's cracklin', which is amazing, and some other pork products as well.


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