Did you know that gumbo is the official cuisine of Louisiana? It was made official in 2004, but we all know this delicious dish has been a staple of many a Louisianian’s diets for ages. You can find gumbo on just about every menu in the state, but not all gumbo is the same. When you’re wanting to indulge in a hearty bowl of gumbo, these 11 restaurants in Louisiana have some of the best!

1. Cher Amie’s Seafood Restaurant

Cher Amie’s Seafood Restaurant is located in the tiny town of Cut Off, and the gumbo alone is worth a trip from any corner of the state. Pair yours with one of the specialty pasta or seafood dishes for an extra-Cajun meal.

2. Coop’s Place

If you're in the New Orleans area, Coop's Place needs to move to the top of your gumbo list. Good Cajun food at decent prices in a no-frills environment, seems perfect right?

3. Dooky Chase

Dooky Chase is one of the cuinary landmarks in New Orleans - and for good reason. They're known for fried chicken, but the gumbo is the real hidden gem on the menu.

4. Fremin’s

Located in downtown Thibodaux, Fremin’s is your home away from home when it comes to delicious Cajun fare. The gumbo here is a duck and andouille gumbo, a fun twist on the traditional version.

5. Hambone

Our next restaurant takes us to the shores of Lake Pontchartrain where we'll find Hambone. This old Mandeville restaurant is a local favorite for many of its dishes, but the gumbo tastes just like grandma used to make. Don't forget to plop some potato salad in there!

6. Herby-K’s

This iconic restaurant has been a Shreveport staple for nearly a century, and while it may be known for its famous Shrimp Buster sandwich, the gumbo gives that sandwich a run for its money.

7. Jasmines on the Bayou

When you want a homestyle meal without firing up your kitchen, Jasmines on the Bayou is just the ticket.

8. Mike Anderson’s Seafood

Mike Anderson's is a Baton Rouge staple, and after one taste of the fully-loaded gumbo, you'll become a customer for life.

9. Prejean’s

A Lafayette favorite for nearly 50 years, Prejean's is your best bet for good old-fashioned Louisiana food in a warm, rustic setting.

10. Rice and Roux

This tasty Baton Rouge eatery offers plenty of Cajun favorites, including a gumbo so good you'll be resisting the urge to lick your bowl.

11. Spahr’s Seafood

Last but certainly not least, Spahr's Seafood. There are multiple locations peppered across southeastern Louisiana, and no matter which one you visit, you'll be on cloud nine once you try the gumbo.

Did your favorite restaurant make the list? What restaurants would you add? Let us know in the comments!