About this Event
For FAT TUESDAY - February 17, 2026 - Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery transforms into a Bayou Gras Mardi Pardi from 5PM until 9PM with an ALL YOU CAN EAT + DRINK MENU [see below.] As the DMV's only Mardi Gras Headquarters, New Orleans Native Chef David Guas offers authentic Parade Food + Drink and LIVE JAZZ MUSIC from The District Brass Band. Bayou Bakery will be open with regular service with Mardi Gras specials to capture the spirit of the day from 7AM-4PM [closed from 4PM-5PM to get ready for the Mardi Pardi!]
TO ATTEND:
[Advance Purchase on Eventbrite and Limited Spots at the Door for the Bayou Gras Mardi Pardi on Mardi Gras Day.] Adults and children must purchase one of the following tickets to attend:
- ALL YOU CAN EAT TICKET - $55 - Includes: Crawfish Monica, Gulf Shrimp Jambalaya, Chicken Andouille Gumbo, Muff-a-lotta , Red Beans & Rice, Beignets, slices of King Cake, and choice of Iced Tea, Lemonade, or Water. Vegetarian Dining Options available.
- ALL YOU CAN EAT + DRINK TICKET - $85 - Includes the full food menu [above] and festive Carnival Cocktails [NoLA Paloma: jalapeno-smashed honey, rosemary simple syrup, grapefruit, tequila; Bourbon Street Smash: sweet lemon, muddled mint, bitters, bourbon; Hurricane Reigns: passion fruit puree, fresh watermelon juice, citrus, grenadine, white + gold rum; Mardi Gras Mule: spicy ginger, refreshing lime, vodka], Frozen New Orleans Daiquiris, and Abita Beers!
- The Children's Ticket [under 12] is $25 per child, and includes a meal of Mac & Cheese, Red Beans & Rice, slice of King Cake, and a Drink.
Desserts available à la carte - including authentic New Orleans Pralines!
Don't forget to snag your complimentary Bayou Bakery's Mardi Gras Souvenir Cup and Purple, Green, and Gold beads!
No refunds are provided to eliminate food waste. Valid ID required at the door for guests who purchase the "All You Can Eat + Drink" ticket.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery, 1515 North Courthouse Road, Arlington, United States
USD 31.66 to USD 102.73
