Lafayette, LA — [Tuesday, July 15, 2025] — Zea Rotisserie & Bar is proud to announce a significant expansion and renovation project at our Lafayette location, located at 235 Doucet Road. As one of the original Zea restaurants, this location holds a special place in our story and in the hearts of many within the Acadiana community.
The renovation will breathe new life into the space while preserving the welcoming atmosphere and signature flavors guests have loved for years. The upcoming transformation includes a fully reimagined bar, expanded and upgraded private dining rooms, and improved curbside and group dining areas, offering guests more ways than ever to gather, celebrate, and enjoy a meal together.
The design plans focus on functionality and guest comfort, integrating modern materials and sleek finishes while keeping Zea’s warm, approachable character at the forefront. Behind the scenes, upgrades to mechanical and HVAC systems will ensure improved comfort for both guests and staff.
“We’re genuinely excited about this next chapter for Zea Lafayette,” said Leonard Louvierre, General Manager at Zea Rotisserie & Bar. “This restaurant has been a community staple for many years, and we’re thrilled to invest in its future with a space that reflects the energy, flavor, and hospitality we’re known for.”
Construction has recently begun and will be completed in phases to ensure the restaurant remains open during the renovation. We are committed to maintaining a seamless dining experience for our guests throughout the process, with as little disruption as possible.
As we embark on this exciting journey, we invite the Lafayette community to follow along with us. From sneak peeks of the design to stories from the team and special in-progress updates, we’ll be sharing it all through our social media channels. And when the dust settles early 2026, we look forward to celebrating the newly refreshed Zea Lafayette with all of you.
For more information, please visit zearestaurants.com or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @zearestaurants.
About Zea Rotisserie & Bar: Zea Rotisserie & Bar is a polished, casual restaurant where friends can meet up, share globally inspired flavors, and enjoy a great time together. Born from a spirit of culinary adventure, Zea is the creation of chefs Hans Limburg, Gary Darling, and Greg Reggio, collectively known as The Taste Buds, who opened the first location in Harahan in June 1997. Today, Zea has grown across South Louisiana and Mississippi with locations in the Greater New Orleans area, Covington, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, and Ridgeland.
Rooted in the idea of Travel to Table, Zea brings the best flavors from around the world home to the Gulf South. Guests can enjoy modern comfort food with a worldly twist, including signature items like Rotisserie meats, Roasted Corn Grits, and Thai Ribs.
The Taste Buds also believe in cultivating a people-first culture. Taste Buds Management has been recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by New Orleans CityBusiness and as a “Top Workplace” by The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate.
Learn more about our locations, menu, and story at zearestaurants.com.
Contact:
Priscilla Gulati
Director of Marketing
Taste Buds Management
504.274.0593
PriscillaG@TasteBudsMgmt.com