How to Win Free Beignets for a Year at Marilynn’s Place

If you’ve driven down Fern Avenue lately, you’re probably just like me, slowing down to a crawl near 4041 Fern, trying to catch a glimpse through the windows to see what the new owners are up to.

Marilynn’s Place has been the heartbeat of that neighborhood since Boz first opened the doors back in 2011, and let’s be honest: Shreveport just hasn't felt the same without that patio buzzing.

Since the restaurant was sold to Bob Thames and his group of investors back in October, we’ve been watching the transformation from the sidelines. The team has done an incredible job keeping us in the loop on social media, showing off the extensive renovations and "refreshed" vibe they are bringing to this local staple.

The best news of all? The new owners actually listened to the community. They admitted that changing the name and the concept was an option on the table, but they ultimately rejected it. We are forever grateful for that! Marilynn’s is a vibe you just can't manufacture, and keeping that spirit alive is a huge win for the 318.

To make the wait a little sweeter, they are offering a chance to win free beignets for a year. Yes, you read that right. While we wait for the doors to officially swing open in early April, you can snag a gift card to enter. A $25 card gets you one entry, and $100 gets you four. One lucky winner is going to be living my literal dream: classic beignets every single week for 52 weeks.

Bob Thames and his crew are aiming for an early April kickoff, and you can bet the Shreveport community will be there. Until then, we’ll keep buying gift cards and dreaming of that powdered sugar!