Cajun Flare is a Black woman-owned Cajun kitchen in Reseda, Los Angeles, founded by Chelsea Franklin and rooted in authentic Louisiana comfort food.

My name is Chelsea, and I’m the owner and chef behind Cajun Flare. I’m originally from Crowley, Louisiana — the Rice Capital of America — and I started Cajun Flare to share the bold, soulful flavors of my hometown with my community here in L.A.

At Cajun Flare, I serve up home-style Cajun meals that are packed with spice, soul, and Southern comfort. My rotating monthly menu features dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, smothered okra, turkey wings and rice, and crawfish fettuccine — all made fresh in small batches once a month, so every meal is full of flavor and cooked with care.

Every Sunday, I serve seafood boils with options like shrimp, squid, blue crab, scallops, and seasonal crawfish. I even include vegetarian-friendly choices like corn, potatoes, broccoli, sweet onions, and mushrooms — so everyone can enjoy a taste of Cajun flavor. And to finish things off, I make beignets, sweet potato pies, and king cake for that perfect touch of Louisiana sweetness.

What makes Cajun Flare unique is that everything I make connects back to my roots. Even the rice I use is sourced directly from the Crowley Rice Mill in my hometown — bringing an authentic piece of Louisiana to every plate. My food is full of spice, culture, and comfort — exactly what Cajun cooking is all about.

My goal is to share real Louisiana flavor with people who crave food that’s made from the heart — flavorful, filling, and unforgettable.

If you love bold, authentic Cajun food, I invite you to try Cajun Flare and taste the difference for yourself. You can also follow me on Instagram @CajunFlare to see what’s cooking next — because around here, we like it bold, we like it flavorful, and we like it with Cajun Flare.