Best Italian Restaurant in Lake Charles

Q: Where are you located?

We are located in Lake Charles, LA at 324 Pujo St

Serving Lake Charles Over 70 Years.

Rustic Italian, Local Southern Inspiration

Executive Chef Colin Nunez bridges rustic Italian comfort and refined New American craft — with standout dishes like Surf & Turf, Duck Capocollo Meatball Pasta, Lasagna, and Scratch-Made Desserts.

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Two Legacies. One Dream.

Born from the merger of two beloved Lake Charles institutions—The Harlequin Steaks & Seafood (est. 1956), founded by the Hunter family, and The Italian Villa (est. 1985), opened by the Sperandeo family—Villa Harlequin honors a legacy 70 years in the making. Under the leadership of co-owners Nic Hunter and Blakelee Kibodeaux, we remain committed to the principles that built these local landmarks: exceptional cuisine, thoughtful service, and an unwavering dedication to quality. Decades of culinary experience, family pride, and community tradition continue to shape every guest experience.

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Whether you're planning an intimate business meeting, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or milestone celebration, the Historic Noble Building offers a timeless setting paired with the hospitality and cuisine that have made Villa Harlequin a Lake Charles tradition.

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Eat. Drink. Enjoy.

Delicious Food. Award Winning Craft Cocktails. Fine Wine. Elevated Service.

Our Mission

At Villa Harlequin, we are dedicated to providing a memorable dining experience rooted in consistency, quality, and tradition. We blend timeless elegance with a passion for modern culinary trends, ensuring that every guest enjoys exceptional food, beverages, and service in a classic, yet contemporary environment.

Went for lunch today and started with the lasagna fries. They were fantastic. I got the savory bread pudding for my entree. It was incredible. Rich, but just right. It was enough that I ate half and saved half for dinner. Following that was the tiramisu. Phenomenal. The server was probably the best and most attentive that I’ve ever had.

Clint

My husband and I found them online and liked what we saw on their menu and decided to try! So glad that we did, it was perfect from start to finish! Stop by if you’re in the area!!!! I’m definitely coming back to visit! We had the duck meatballs, wedge salad, tomato crab house soup, antipasto. Arancini appetizers were absolutely wonderful!

Marsha S.

This place is really good! Can't believe I've been eating all around here for several years and have not made it here yet! Had a business lunch and it was not crowded. Caesar salad was excellent. Italian sandwich was just the right size and very tasty. Server was super friendly and nobody had an empty drink. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Highly recommend!

Jonathan P.

Just had a solo lunch there and it was fantastic. Gary was my waiter and he was absolutely amazing. Full of smiles, and he seemed like he truly wanted to be there and be a part of my lunch experience. I highly recommend this place, and hope I always get Gary in the future.

Stormi V.