Following the fire that ravaged a significant portion of Cosse’s Place in May 2023, owner Mike Cosse has proudly reopened the popular New Orleans style restaurant, now larger and improved at 3601 Highway 90 in Pace.
Last weekend, Cosse hosted a “soft” opening, welcoming a wave of customers eager to return to their beloved eatery. It’s clear that the community truly missed it.
“People across the country have a fondness for New Orleans and Cajun style food. Here, we have many residents from Louisiana, particularly since (hurricane) Katrina…The cuisine is cherished,” he shared. “It’s traditional.”
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Dedicated fans of Cosse’s Place will be pleased to see their beloved menu items carried over to the new establishment, alongside some thrilling new options, including a liquor license.
“There are more seats, a liquor selection, and we still serve the best oysters in the area,” Cosse shared on Thursday, elaborating on the new venue.
Patrons can now enjoy a Bayou Martini paired with their oysters on the half shell, or savor a Bloody Mary during the weekend brunch.
Cosse’s Place will be open for lunch and dinner every day of the week, with a selection of brunch offerings available on Saturdays and Sundays.
The ambiance of the restaurant harmonizes beautifully with its Louisiana-inspired dishes, featuring an array of unique treasures that Cosse has either gifted or collected from Louisiana. Vintage posters from previous New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festivals adorn the walls of what is now the lantern-lit “Jazz Hall,” while framed New Orleans Saints jerseys complement Cosse’s handcrafted oyster bar.
A standout feature of the establishment is the inviting wrap-around porch, providing a lovely outdoor seating option for patrons on pleasant evenings.
Whatever you choose from the menu, the emphasis on fresh ingredients and homemade recipes is evident.
“We prepare everything fresh,” Cosse explained. “We are completely a scratch kitchen. Every item is made in-house, even our soups, sauces, salad dressings, and seasoning blends.”
The eatery serves up authentic Louisiana cuisine that brings a taste of home to its patrons.
“Cooking has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. It’s just how things are done in Louisiana,” Cosse shared.
Fried gumbo: Deliciously crispy gumbo balls with a crunchy exterior, stuffed with all the traditional gumbo ingredients on the inside. ($15)
Pasta Pontchartrain: A rich and creamy seafood sauce made with crab and shrimp, elegantly served over a bed of spaghetti. ($26.50)
Steaks: Enjoy our selection of steaks served blackened, broiled, or topped with Pontchartrain sauce, accompanied by two side dishes of your choice. The available cuts include a 12-ounce ribeye, an 8-ounce filet, or a New York strip. ($40)
Fresh Catch Atchafalaya: Savor our fresh catch, which can be fried, blackened, or grilled, and served atop a bed of rice, generously covered in our signature house-made crawfish etouffee. ($27)
Surf N Turf Coulotte: Indulge in a Poivre style Coulotte, generously topped with Pontchartrain Sauce and accompanied by sautéed spinach, shrimp, grits, and an additional side of sautéed spinach. ($45)
Cosse’s Place operates daily from 11 a.m. until midnight from Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and resumes regular hours of 11 a.m. to midnight on Sunday.
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