Em J's Cafe

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Em J's Cafe NOW OPEN! A new family-owned and operated cafe with a big heart.

Em J's Cafe offers home cooking: Breakfast all day, daily plate lunch, homemade desserts, a full menu filled with family recipes, and of course, gumbo.

Happy World Food Day! 😋 Here's a look at a few of our meals to celebrate, taken by our own customers!
10/16/2026

Happy World Food Day! 😋
Here's a look at a few of our meals to celebrate, taken by our own customers!

10/16/2026

Em J's Cafe's Plate Lunch for Friday, October 16th
‼️FRIED FRIDAY🍟🍤🤩
Fried Fish and Fried Shrimp
Sides: Corn on the Cob, Fries, and Broccoli Salad
Starter: Shrimp Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
Every plate lunch also includes a shrimp hushpuppy!😋
Total: $16.99!!!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA
We can't wait to see you here!

10/14/2026

🩵Em J's Cafe's Plate Lunch for Thursday, October 15th
Country-style pork ribs in Gravy, served with rice or mashed potatoes
Sides (2): Purple Hull Peas, Turnip Greens, Sweet Potato Casserole
Starter: Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
All that for $13.99!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA
We can't wait to see you here!

10/14/2026

Em J's Cafe's Plate Lunch for Wednesday, October 14th
Smothered Chicken & Gravy, served with rice or mashed potatoes
Sides (2): Great Northern Beans, Cajun Corn, or Green Beans
Starter: Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
!!!$13.99!!!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA
See you soon!

10/13/2026

Em J's Cafe's Plate Lunch for Tuesday, October 13th
Beef Tips & Gravy served with rice or mashed potatoes
Sides (2): Black-eyed Peas, Cabbage, or Buttered Carrots
Starter: Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
All that for $13.99!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA
We can't wait to see you here!🩵

Happy National GUMBO Day!!!🍲 Perhaps the greatest food holiday of them all.😉Come give it a try and enjoy our family's ow...
10/12/2026

Happy National GUMBO Day!!!🍲 Perhaps the greatest food holiday of them all.😉
Come give it a try and enjoy our family's own recipe! Em J's Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is made with a rich, dark roux, fresh-cut chicken, and smoked sausage. Available by the cup, bowl, or gallon!
It's made from scratch, with love, and we can't wait for you to come join the family!❤️ See you soon!

10/12/2026

🩵Em J's Cafe's Plate Lunch for Monday, October 12th
Meatballs in Brown Gravy!
Sides(2): Carrot Soufflé, Lima Beans, and Brown Butter Corn
Starter: Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
Total: $13.99!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA
See you soon!

10/11/2026

Happy Southern Food Heritage Day y'all!!!🥳
As a family restaurant located in Southwest Louisiana, with a menu full of family recipes that were gathered over generations, we understand the importance of the holiday. Come celebrate with us sometime this week! (Tomorrow's food holiday might be even better😉)
⏰Open every day, 7am-3pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA

10/10/2026

Em J's Cafe's Sunday Special for tomorrow, Oct. 11th
Your choice of Fried Chicken or Oven-Baked BBQ Pork Ribs
Sides: Rice Dressing, Baked Beans, Green Beans with New Potatoes, or Corn Casserole
Starter: Gumbo or Salad
Dessert: TBD
All this for only $15.99!
⏰Our lunch plate is available from 10:30am to 3:00pm
📍2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA

We're keeping it simple this time... plain 'ole toast, ready for you to personalize- jelly, jam, honey, peanut butter, N...
10/10/2026

We're keeping it simple this time... plain 'ole toast, ready for you to personalize- jelly, jam, honey, peanut butter, Nutella, and the list goes on and on!
How do you like yours? Comment below!
See you soon!😁

Address

2500 Kirkman Street
Lake Charles, LA
70601

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm
Saturday 7am - 3pm
Sunday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

+13374295320

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