318 Day is all about what makes our city, parish, and region special: the food, the music, the art, and the people. 318 is the area code for Northern Louisiana, and March 18th is a day that Shreveport-Bossier locals have adapted as a day to celebrate everything that makes our community great! Celebrate with us by checking out these "Shreveport-Bossier" themed specials at local restaurants.
Red River Pesto Gnocchi
Visit Giuseppe's Pastacaffe for their 318 Day special that's made with potato gnocchi, creamy red (sun dried tomato) pesto sauce, and topped off with fresh gulf shrimp.
"The 318"
Rhino Coffee serves the perfect refreshing taste of Shreveport-Bossier. A sweet drink with Dr Pepper, vanilla, and raspberry, topped with a little cream for a sweet, bubbly treat.
Red River Sandwiches
Ice cream sandwiches, but make them 318! Howdy Homemade Ice Cream by Holy Angels is celebrating with red velvet ice cream perfectly tucked between two fresh chocolate chip cookies.
Shreveport-Style Stuffed Shrimp
A true Shreveport classic! This deep-fried, crab-stuffed shrimp from Orlandeaux's Cross Lake Café carries a legacy dating back decades. One bite, dipped in their signature Creole Tartar sauce, and you’ll see why this dish is legendary.
Free First Drink at Flames
It may not be "318" named, but who doesn't love a tasty happy hour drink with friends! At Flames Mediterranean, get your first drink on the house when you dine in on 318 Day!
Red River Ham & Cheddar
Start your 318 Day right with Shreveport Biscuit Company's Red River Ham & Cheddar breakfast biscuit. This is a buttery garlic & cheddar biscuit stacked with ham, cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of honey mustard sauce.
318 Beer by Great Raft
Nothing says local pride like cracking open a fresh can of 318 Golden Ale from Great Raft Brewing (especially on 3/18 itself). Now that’s hometown flavor!
Red River Hurricane
At BeauxJax Crafthouse, enjoy a local take on a New Orleans classic, the Red River Hurricane! A drink that is bold, flavorful, and made for celebrating!
B-52 Sub
A reference to Barksdale Air Force Base, The Wooden Spoon "Home of the Bagel Boss Lady", is serving up the B-52; a fresh sub roll loaded with bourbon chicken, bacon, cheddar, red onions, lettuce, tomato, and aioli.
Red River Ribeye
Indulge in The Pearl Shreveport's mouthwatering 14 oz hand cut ribeye with herb compound butter, served with choice of two sides. A steak as bold as the 318 itself!
Discover more about what makes Shreveport-Bossier special
Celebrate 318 Day Weekend with us! Learn more about the festivities starting on March 15 below: