Dining on the patio at Metro Lafayette is a magical experience. Hidden in the heart of a nondescript strip mall, the courtyard comes alive with twisting green vines that snake up trellises and trees fanning out their green branches overhead. The greenery sweeps you away to a beautiful green space where you enjoy upscale American cuisine.

Come for brunch to enjoy house-made buttermilk biscuits smothered with organic fruit preserves or smoked king salmon hash topped with a pair of poached farm eggs and hollandaise sauce. For dinner, enjoy the braised short ribs served with Anson Mills Polenta and grilled corn relish or the Liberty Farm duck confit embellished with cherry compote and paired with the red oak leaf salad. Add an artisan cocktail like the Pink Metro Martini or a craft beer to round out your meal.

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