Papion's Creole Bistreaux opens in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana

Bobby and Ashley Papion are set to open Papion's Creole Bistreaux in downtown Shreveport, aiming to share their love for south Louisiana's food culture with a menu featuring dishes like jambalaya and seafood gumbo. The restaurant will initially offer a limited menu as they adapt, operating from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Papion's replaces the recently closed Pop N Pizza and expands the dining options in the area, with Ashley balancing her bakery, Ashley's Tiers of Love, alongside the new venture. The couple emphasizes the convenience of dining at either establishment for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. As they prepare for the opening, local residents are excited about the addition of another lunch spot in downtown Shreveport, showcasing the area’s growing culinary scene.