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Where to Get the Best Crawfish in River Ridge, Metairie, and Kenner!

The flowers are blooming, the weather is warming up, and the crawfish are boiling! Whether you’re in River Ridge, Metairie, or Kenner,  we have curated a list of some of the best places to get hot and ready-to-eat crawfish this spring. 

River Ridge

Bobby’s Seafood 

(504) 738-2104

9013 Jefferson Hwy, River Ridge, LA 70123

Seither’s 

(504) 738-1116

279 Hickory Ave, Harahan, LA 70123

Charles Seafood 

(504) 405-5263

8311 Jefferson Hwy, Harahan, LA 70123

Jaeger’s Seafood

(504) 818-2200

901 South Clearview Parkway, Metairie, LA 70121

 

Kenner

Smitty’s Seafood 

(504) 468-1647

 2000 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065

Harbor Seafood & Oyster Bar

(504) 443-6454

3201 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065

Kenner Seafood  

(504) 466-4701

3140 Loyola Dr Kenner, LA

 

Metairie

Lil Kat’s 

(504) 469-7216

8006 W Metairie Ave, Metairie, LA 70003

Zuppardo’s 

(504) 887-1150

5010 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006

Captain Sid’s 

(504) 831-2840

1700 Lake Ave, Metairie, LA 70005

Want more options? Try downloading The Crawfish App and view all the local restaurants offering hot-boiled crawfish this season. 

Take your crawfish to go and eat them in your new 1st Lake Properties home! To view a full list of our available apartment homes, click here


Bella Ridge South – 3D Matterport Tours

Bella Ridge South is one of the newest apartment communities in River Ridge, LA. Residents will experience “Another Level of Luxury” at Bella South. From high-end finishes, such as 10-foot ceilings and stainless steel appliances, to the endless amenities, like the Bella Bark Park or Strength and Wellness Center, you’ll be sure to notice the many differences that set Bella Ridge South apart from traditional apartment living. 

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View our floorplans below: 

The Optimist: 1bed/1bath 1,000SF

The Creative: 1bed/1bath 1,015SF 

The Inventor: 2bed/2bath 1,310SF

The Composer: 2bed/2bath 1,387SF

 

 


Ring In The New Year In Style

The holiday season is coming to a close and we can’t wait to round out the year by celebrating New Year’s Eve. With our open floor plans, spacious kitchens, and cozy living areas, your party is guaranteed to be a success. 

Party Punch, Charcuterie Board, Countdown, Decorations and amazing food, that’s what you need to throw a great NYE party! Read more party tips here.

Charcuterie boards are all the rage, and a holiday board is sure to spice things up and make your spread look even more festive.

An easy way to ensure all your photos are “post-worthy” is by creating a backdrop like the one shown below. All your memories, and pictures, from the last few moments of this year will be sure to make everyone jealous. 

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Party prep starts now! How are you ringing in 2023? #1stlake #1stlakeproperties #nolaapartments #apartmentliving #apartmentinspo

♬ original sound – GrandPeachEdits

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We curated an Amazon Shopping List with everything you could possibly need! Just follow the steps below and soon you’ll be taking photos in style. 

  • STEP 1- Hang your curtains from your spare shower rod in a hallway or entryway that will not be in use! (Pro Tip: This is a great way to keep guests in the common areas of your home.) 
  • STEP 2- Attach your garland and fairy lights to your backdrop using zip ties. 
  • STEP 3- Jazz it up! Let your creative juices run wild by adding balloons, photo props, or anything else that you find Instagram-able! 

These pictures were taken at Artesia Apartments in Covington, LA!

New Year, New Apartment? The New Year is the perfect time to find the home that’s right for you! CLICK HERE for more information on what we have available! 


City of Kenner 2nd Annual Food Truck Festival

The City Of Kenner will host its 2nd annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 22 in Laketown from 11 AM to 7 PM. This free event features 20+ food truck vendors from across the state, live music from local bands, arts and crafts vendors, and children’s activities such as face painting and inflatables.

The music schedule is as follows:

  • Ryan Foret and Foret Tradition – 12 PM to 2 PM
  • Contraflow – 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
  • The Chee Weez – 5 PM to 7 PM

For more information on the event, including a list of the food truck vendors, click here.

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Looking for an apartment home in Kenner, LA? Our Kenner communities are convenient to The Treasure Chest Casino, Ochsner Kenner Medical Center, New Orleans Armstrong Airport, and Lake Ponchartrain! For a list of our Kenner communities, click here.


Movies at The Green Benefiting Take Paws Rescue

It smells like… popcorn! Join us for a FREE outdoor showing of the classic Hocus Pocus at our Bella Ridge Green Space on October 25th! Doors will open at 6:15pm, movie will start at 7pm. Click here for a list of FAQ’s.

 Event will take place at: 1101 Dickory Ave, River Ridge, LA. Continuous tours of our Bella Ridge Apartment Homes will be offered all night long!

 

All are welcome, we promise not to put a spell on you! 

This free outdoor showing of the CLASSIC Hocus Pocus will take place on Tuesday, October 25th at 7pm, doors will open at 6:15pm.

Refreshments will be available for purchase. CASH ONLY! All net proceeds will be donated to Take Paws Rescue. If you would like to donate items to Take Paws Rescue directly, please utilize their Amazon Wish List

Click here for a list of FAQ’s.

Thank you to our sponsors: 

 

Live in luxury at our newest River Ridge apartments. Bella Ridge offers peace-of-mind living with better pricing, larger floor plans, a free direct-access parking garage, and thoughtfully selected amenities. Stop by our leasing office or give us a call to schedule a tour today!