Is Ames Boulevard safe?
Marrero, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Ames Boulevard as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Ames Boulevard
“Go with care. Ames Boulevard is primarily a working-class suburban and commercial corridor that is generally safe for daytime errands and local dining. However, property crime and occasional violent incidents in adjacent neighborhoods mean visitors should remain aware of their surroundings, especially at night.”
About the area
Situated on the West Bank of Jefferson Parish in Marrero, the Ames Boulevard corridor features a blend of strip centers, local diners, auto shops, and modest mid-century residential subdivisions. Visitors often travel along this thoroughfare for authentic West Bank dining or as a gateway toward Bayou Segnette and lower parish wetlands.
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Commercial
- Local Dining Hub
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Ames Boulevard
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 38/100
Ames Boulevard lacks designated bicycle lanes, and there are no bike-share stations or direct connections to major paved greenway paths along the main road.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Home to well-regarded local West Bank culinary staples and seafood spots
- Active patrolling and responsive service from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
- Plentiful and free off-street surface parking for all businesses
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates are higher than national averages
- Pockets of elevated poverty and localized blight along secondary connecting streets
- Fast vehicle traffic and limited pedestrian infrastructure along the corridor
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is generally low along Ames Boulevard, though occasional individuals or panhandling can be observed near major arterial intersections like Lapalco Boulevard.
What Ames Boulevard is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active with morning commuters and delivery vehicles, presenting minimal safety concerns for visitors.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy retail hours with steady customer foot traffic into strip plazas and diners.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity thins out quickly after dinner hours; stay in well-lit parking areas when visiting restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely deserted; walking the corridor on foot is not recommended late at night.
Transit, parking and getting around
Jefferson Transit (JeT) provides local bus service along and across Ames Boulevard connecting to the Wilty Terminal, though there is no passenger rail or BRT network in the vicinity.
Parking is readily available and free in large surface lots serving all major strip centers and restaurants.
Things to do in Ames Boulevard
- Dine on local New Orleans-style pizza and oversized sandwiches at neighborhood fixture Mo's Pizza
- Explore the nearby nature trails and boat launches at Bayou Segnette State Park just west of Ames
- Support youth culinary training programs while dining at Cafe Hope on lower Ames Boulevard
Local favorites
- Mo's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (1480)A legendary West Bank establishment known for oversized Sicilian-style pies, muffulettas, and po-boys.
- Cafe Hope · Southern Restaurant · 4.7★ (290)A non-profit restaurant offering Southern comfort dishes while providing job training for local youth.
- Taqueria Sanchez · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (310)An authentic, no-frills neighborhood taqueria serving classic street tacos, tortas, and fresh salsas.
Neighborhoods near Ames Boulevard
Common questions about Ames Boulevard
Is Ames Boulevard safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Ames Boulevard a good place to live?
On safety, Ames Boulevard scores 62/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Ames Boulevard?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Ames Boulevard are safer?
Westwood Crossing (70) score higher nearby.
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