A one-of-a-kind venue
Welcome to The Sidecar
A timeless venue for unforgettable nights.
Conveniently located just minutes from downtown, The Sidecar is close to the action yet peacefully tucked away from the noise and traffic. With ample parking on both sides of the building and versatile spaces that can adapt to any occasion, it’s an ideal destination for weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings, festivals, and concerts of every kind
Step through the doors of The Sidecar and you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden gem from another era. Our cocktail lounge invites you into a world of vintage speakeasy glamour, where soft lighting, rich wood, and lush décor create an atmosphere that’s both sophisticated and playful. Feathers and vintage details set the tone, while our bartenders craft signature cocktails that blend classic charm with modern creativity — the perfect start to any evening.
Beyond the lounge, the energy opens into our ballroom, crowned by a chandelier and equipped with a full stage, professional lighting, It’s a space designed for live music, performances, private events, and unforgettable celebrations — large enough to host a crowd, yet warm enough to feel personal.
Behind the scenes, artists and hosts enjoy the convenience of a spacious greenroom for prep and downtime, along with a full commercial kitchen ideal for catering — whether for a multi-course wedding dinner or a casual buffet style dinner.
Step outside, and The Sidecar transforms again. Our courtyard offers a cozy, open-air retreat glowing with string lights, perfect for mingling, dancing, or relaxing beneath the stars. The covered outdoor stage extends the possibilities even further — from weddings and festivals to intimate acoustic sets or seasonal markets.
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a night of live music, or a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, The Sidecar delivers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and character — a place where memories are made, and every event feels like something special.
We have tables and chairs to seat 108 people in the ballroom, for a more casual event we can host up to 200 guests with some seating in the main ballroom. The cocktail bar seats 35 guests.
The space can be configured to suit your event needs and we will happily assist in everything from booking of bands for your event to chair and table rental.
Beverage Packages
(priced per person)
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Beer & Wine $17
Sodas, tea, coffee, lemonade, domestic beer, house red wine, house white wine
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Beer, Wine & well liquor $20
Sodas, tea, coffee, lemonade, domestic beer, house red wine, house white wine, well liquor
To include well cocktails additional $5pp
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Beer, wine, well liquor, call liquor $25
Sodas, tea, coffee, lemonade, domestic beer, house red wine, house white wine, well liquor, call liquor
To include cocktails additional $10pp
Food Packages
(priced per person)
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Appetizers Only $17
Appetizers: choose 3
Brussels sprouts (contain pork belly, can be made without)Fried Okra with house made ranch
Artichoke Spinach Dip
Smoked Spinach stuffed Mushrooms with Alfredo sauce
Mini Crawfish pies
Mini Meat pies
Deviled Eggs
Pork Belly burnt ends
Smoked Gouda Arancini
Crab cakes
Pickle fries
Meatballs in bbq sauce
Hot Crab Dip
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Package 1 $23
Appetizers: choose 2
Brussels sprouts (contain pork belly, can be made without)Fried Okra with house made ranch
Artichoke Spinach Dip
Smoked Spinach stuffed Mushrooms with Alfredo sauce
Mini Crawfish pies
Mini Meat pies
Deviled Eggs
Pork Belly burnt ends
Smoked Gouda Arancini
Crab cakes
Pickle fries
Meatballs in bbq sauce
Hot Crab Dip
Entrees (choose 1)
Shrimp & Grits
Bacon wrapped Pork roulade
Shrimp alfredo fettucine
Chicken alfredo fettucine
Chicken and sausage Jambalaya
Chicken and sausage Gumbo
Sides (choose 1)
Seasonal salad
Mashed potato
Mac and cheese
Green beans
Asparagus
Corn Maque Choux
Roasted rosemary red potatoes
Dinner rolls
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Package 2 $25
Appetizers: choose 2
Brussels sprouts (contain pork belly, can be made without)Fried Okra with house made ranch
Artichoke Spinach Dip
Smoked Spinach stuffed Mushrooms with Alfredo sauce
Mini Crawfish pies
Mini Meat pies
Deviled Eggs
Pork Belly burnt ends
Smoked Gouda Arancini
Crab cakes
Pickle fries
Meatballs in bbq sauce
Hot Crab Dip
Entrees (choose 2)
Shrimp & Grits
Bacon wrapped Pork roulade
Shrimp alfredo fettucine
Chicken alfredo fettucine
Chicken and sausage Jambalaya
Chicken and sausage Gumbo
Sides (choose 1)
Seasonal salad
Mashed potato
Mac and cheese
Green beans
Asparagus
Corn Maque Choux
Roasted rosemary red potatoes
Dinner rolls
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Package 3 $33
Appetizers: choose 2
Brussels sprouts (contain pork belly, can be made without)Fried Okra with house made ranch
Artichoke Spinach Dip
Smoked Spinach stuffed Mushrooms with Alfredo sauce
Mini Crawfish pies
Mini Meat pies
Deviled Eggs
Pork Belly burnt ends
Smoked Gouda Arancini
Crab cakes
Pickle fries
Meatballs in bbq sauce
Hot Crab Dip
Entrees (choose 2)
Shrimp & Grits
Bacon wrapped Pork roulade
Shrimp alfredo fettucine
Chicken alfredo fettucine
Chicken and sausage Jambalaya
Chicken and sausage Gumbo
Sides (choose 2)
Seasonal salad
Mashed potato
Mac and cheese
Green beans
Asparagus
Corn Maque Choux
Roasted rosemary red potatoes
Dinner rolls
Additional Packages
Dessert
Bread pudding
Beignets
Cheesecake
Brunch Buffet:
French toast, scrambled egg, bacon, shrimp and grits, roasted potatoes, assorted fruit
Taco Bar:
Al pastor, smoked chicken, brisket, nopales, Mexican street corn, cilantro lime rice, salsa, pico, avocado crema, corn & flour tortillas
BBQ package:
Brisket, pulled pork, chicken, mac & cheese, beans, coleslaw, Mexican street corn, salads, red pickled onion, bread & butter jalapenos
Wing Bar:
Smoked wings & fries, choice of sauces
Burger Bar:
Burger & fries, choice of toppings and sauces
Fish Fry:
Fried, fish, coleslaw, hush puppies, fries
Additional services:
Passed food
Food packages are served buffet style.
Prices are based on 50 people, for less than 50 people prices may vary.
Please let us know if you have any special requests, allergies, or items you don’t see listed.
Rentals
Cocktail bar & ballroom:
Daytime & Sun - Thurs Evening $800
Fri/Sat Evening $1200
Cocktail bar Only:
$600
Rentals include:
3 hours of rental (additional hours can be added)
1 hour set up time on day of event (2 for weddings)
1 hour wrap up time immediately after event (2 for weddings)
Full PA and use of stage (approved sound engineer required for bands)
108 white chairs (additional chairs can be rented)
10 x 6ft white tables
6 x 34inch tables
Use of greenroom including private restroom
Venue cleaning service
Additional services: event time $200/hr (food and beverage packages additional cost for extended hours)
Additional decoration time: $50/hr
Flipping of room or outside space: $150
In the heart of Freetown, Lafayette
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422 Refinery Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
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Phone Number: +1 (337) 567-2928
For private events please email: contact@thesidecarlafayette.com
For band bookings please email: booking@thesidecarlafayette.com
Events of all kinds
Credit: Gabby Bourgeois at Approved Mortgage