Welcome to the Chuck Eats Restaurant Week Toolkit! We are thrilled to have you as a participating restaurant in this 11-day celebration of SWLA's vibrant culinary scene. Use this toolkit to maximize your restaurant’s visibility, engage with diners, and enhance the overall experience for everyone involved.
Marketing Materials
We’ve provided the following materials to help you promote your participation:
Logos, Social Media Graphics, and Videos: Download Chuck Eats Restaurant Week logos and branded graphics for your website, social media, and print materials.
Window Cling: Display this cling at your location before and during the restaurant week.
Menu Template: Use this branded template to showcase your special offers. We highly suggest printing several copies to have for each table/guest.
BEFORE CHUCK EATS – Now through Thursday, January 22
Hey Southwest Louisiana, we’re excited to announce we will be participating in Chuck Eats Restaurant Week beginning January 22 through February 1, 2026! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Chuck Eats Restaurant Week is fast approaching, and we’re excited to be a part of this year’s 11-day celebration! We’ll be offering [insert deal here] starting Thursday, January 22 through February 1, 2026. Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Who’s ready to savor some of the best restaurants that Southwest Louisiana has to offer? Chuck Eats Restaurant Week begins Thursday, January 22 through February 1, 2026. We can’t wait to dine with you for 11 delicious days! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
From down home to fine dining restaurants, Southwest Louisiana is the go-to destination for unforgettable dining experiences. We’re excited to be a part of Chuck Eats Restaurant Week! Mark your calendars and join us Thursday, January 22 through February 1, 2026. Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
[Insert days/weeks until event] and counting... We are more than ready for Chuck Eats Restaurant Week to begin! Join us for the most delicious 11 days and enjoy [insert deal here]. Chuck Eats Restaurant Week begins Thursday, January 22 through February 1, 2026. Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
DURING CHUCK EATS – Thursday, January 22 through February 1, 2026
It’s Chuck Eats Restaurant Week! From now until Sunday, February 1, come dine with us - showing your support has never been more delicious! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Chuck Eats Restaurant Week ends Sunday, February 1! Treat yourself to [insert deal here] – you deserve it! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Who’s hungry!? Chuck Eats Restaurant Week is here, and we’ve got an amazing opportunity for you! Stop in for [insert deal here] through Sunday, February 1! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Eat. Drink. Repeat. Chuck Eats Restaurant Week is here and we’re offering [insert deal here]! Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
Cheers to great food! It’s time for Chuck Eats Restaurant Week and we’d love for you to try our [insert deal here] from now until Sunday, February 1. Visit chuckeats.org for participating restaurants and deals. #ChuckEats #VisitLakeCharles
IMPORTANT DATES
Week of December 25
One month away
Week of January 1
Three weeks away
January 8
Two weeks away
January 15
One week away
Chuck Eats Week FAQs
When is Chuck Eats Week?
The fourth annual Chuck Eats Week will be held from January 22 to February 1, 2026. Chuck Eats Restaurant Week kicks off annually on the Thursday following Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Why are we having Chuck Eats Restaurant Week?
To elevate the community and visitors' awareness of the many unique culinary creations and food scenes throughout Southwest Louisiana.
Which restaurants are participating?
More than 35 restaurants will be participating across Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes. Check back soon for a list of restaurants.
What type of deals are restaurants offering?
Restaurants will offer special fixed-price menus throughout the week.
What if I have questions or need assistance?
Contact a member of the Marketing team.
For general questions: Candy Rodriguez, Director of Communications at crodriguez@visitlakecharles.org
For social media or photos: Kathryn Shea Duncan, Sr. Director of Social Media/Communications at kduncan@visitlakecharles.org
For marketing materials:
Colten Miller, Sr. Director of Brand Marketing at cmiller@visitlakecharles.org
Toni Chapman, Digital Content Manager at tchapman@visitlakecharles.org
For public relations/travel media: Matt Young, Director of Public Relations at myoung@visitlakecharles.org