When the weather is nice, there’s nothing better than enjoying a meal with a spectacular view. Luckily, in Louisiana, we’ve got a ton of waterfront restaurants with beautiful patios that overlook our bayous, swamps, and rivers. There’s one restaurant in central Louisiana that has great food and beautiful views — and you should certainly check it out next time you’re in the area.

Tunk’s Cypress Inn is located just outside of Alexandria.

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This hidden gem is right on the shores of beautiful Kincaid Lake.

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The restaurant has been serving delicious, home-cooked Cajun meals since it first opened in 1978.

Tunk’s Cypress Inn/Facebook You’ll love the rustic atmosphere and the friendly service you’ll receive.

Just about everything on the menu is delicious.

Tunk’s Cypress Inn/Facebook Pictured above is their angel hair pasta topped with shrimp and crabmeat in a delicious cream sauce.

They’re putting their own spin on Cajun classics, and you’ll love their house specialities.

Jake H./Yelp Try their Alligator Parmesan: fried alligator topped with their homemade creole sauce and parmesan and cheddar cheese.

They’ve also got huge poboys.

Tunk’s Cypress Inn/Facebook Just look at all those shrimp!

Their steaks are delicious, too.

Tunk’s Cypress Inn/Facebook Mouthwateringly good!

Perhaps the only thing better than the food is the view.

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When you visit, keep your fingers crossed for a clear evening… because Kincaid Lake is truly magical.

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A meal with a view just makes the meal that much better, right?

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Tunk’s Cypress Inn & Oyster Bar is located at 9507 Highway 28 in Boyce, Louisiana.

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Amanda M./Yelp

You’ll love the rustic atmosphere and the friendly service you’ll receive.

Pictured above is their angel hair pasta topped with shrimp and crabmeat in a delicious cream sauce.

Jake H./Yelp

Try their Alligator Parmesan: fried alligator topped with their homemade creole sauce and parmesan and cheddar cheese.

Just look at all those shrimp!

Mouthwateringly good!

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