Beef O'Brady's Family Sports Pub 4710 O'Neal Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, 225-752-1992, A neighborhood pub where families and friends can gather to enjoy good food and sports in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. more... 

Bennigan's Grill & Tavern 6353 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, 225-769-5400, Classic American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere specializing in seafood, steaks and pastas.  

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, 225-766-4300, BJ’s menu features an innovative twist on such favorites as deep-dish pizza, salads, sandwiches, pasta, steak, and baby back ribs. 

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar 7524 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-819-8438, Offering wings, beer, and sports with locations throughout the United States. more... 

Cadillac Cafe 5454 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Suite P, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-296-0288, This late night cafe serves baskets & finger foods, bad-boy burgers and po-boys. more... 

Calendar's Restaurant & Bar 7520 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-767-5990, A casual dining restaurant that offers steaks, seafood, burgers and a large variety of salads. The most popular is the Plantation salad of grilled or fried chicken, cheese, avocado and more. 

California Pizza Kitchen 10001 Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-766-3840, Way more than a pizza place, California Pizza Kitchen serves delicious appetizers, fresh salads, sandwiches and pasta dishes. Their innovative pizzas are hearth-baked and feature flavors and tastes from around the world. 

Capital City Grill 3535 S Sherwood Forest Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-291-2233, Enjoy fresh seafood selections, hand-cut steaks, homemade soups and outstanding desserts. Guests can also choose from a selection of lunch and dinner specials including South Louisiana seafood entrees and all-American favorites. Another location at 100 Lafayette Street. more... 

Capital City Grill 100 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located in the Shaw Center for the Arts, 225-381-8140, The Capital City Grill is a classic American eatery that serves fresh seafood, steaks, chops, and gumbo for lunch and dinner. Sip a tasty cocktail while taking in the scenery and fountains on the plaza. more... 

Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro 6171 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, Located in front of The Mall of Louisiana, 225-761-1110, The bistro spotlights its famous desserts plus a wide selection of light crunchy salads, pizzas, dipping sandwiches and seafood platters. Lunch and dinner daily.  more... 

Copeland's of New Orleans 4957 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-769-1800, Selections range from Louisiana Cajun cuisine to seafood and chicken. 

Frank's Restaurant 8353 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, Near Mall at Cortana, 225-926-5977, Serving seafood, American and Cajun cuisine. Known for their delicious breakfast and homemade biscuits.  

George's 2943 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Under Perkins Road 1-10 Overpass, 225-343-2363, Visit the original George's to enjoy delicious hamburgers, po-boys, and daily specials. Voted Best Hamburger in Baton Rouge by 225 Magazine Readers. Three other locations include 8905 Highland Road, 15321 George O'Neal Lane, and 667 Laurel Street. more... 

George's - O'Neal Lane 15321 George O'Neal Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, Corner of George O'Neal Lane & Jones Creek, 225-755-5700, All the goodness of the original George's plus more, George's - O'Neal Lane serves delicious hamburgers, po-boys and daily specials in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. George's - O'Neal Lane was voted "Best Hamburger" and "Best Shrimp Po-Boy" by 225 Magazine. more... 

George's Southside 8905 Highland Road at Staring, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-768-8899, Enjoy good food and good company at this Baton Rouge staple that serves hamburgers, po-boys, and daily specials in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. George's original location can be found under the Perkins Road overpass. more... 

J. Alexander's 6457 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, Located in front of The Mall of Louisiana, 225-766-8630, J. Alexander's is a contemporary American restaurant placing a special emphasis on food quality and professional service. Our award-winning menu features hardwood-grilled steaks, baby back ribs, salmon, daily fresh seafood selections, soups, entrée salads, burgers and sandwiches. We are well known for our award-winning prime rib of beef and baby back ribs, as well as our outstanding desserts made from scratch. more... 

Louie's Cafe 209 West State Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located in Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-346-8221, "One of the oldest restaurants in Baton Rouge," Louie's Cafe is home of the veggie omelet. more... 

Sammy's Grill 8635 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-766-9600, Casual American fare restaurant with an extensive menu. Great appetizers, soup, salad and sandwiches. Delicious crawfish in season. Watch the big game on one of the many flat screen T.V's. 

Times Grill 5207 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-767-3339, Great service, warm & inviting atmosphere, serving great burgers, grilled specialties & pasta all at a terrific value.  more... 

Bamboo House 11255 Boardwalk, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-273-4445, Enjoy courtyard dining on fresh seafood or Mongolian style barbecue stir fried. 

P.F. Chang's China Bistro 7341 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Located at Towne Center, 225-216-9044, The P.F. Chang's experience is a unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro. P.F. Chang's menu features traditional Chinese offerings and innovative dishes that illustrate the emerging influence of Southeast Asia on modern Chinese cuisine.  more... 

Taste of Asia, A 3851 South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-291-2222, A Taste of Asia offers authentic and contemporary fusion cuisine from China, Vietnam, and Thailand. more... 

Corky's Ribs & BBQ 10455 Reiger Road, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-292-0849, Corky's features fine Southern recipe pit barbecue, live entertainment, and a full-service bar.  more... 

Jay's Bar-B-Que 5734 South Sherwood Forest, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-293-1232, Po-boys, hamburgers, seafood and bar-b-que are available at Jay's Bar-B-Que. 

Jay's Bar-b-que 3215 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Located in Mid-City, 225-343-5082, Established in 1960, this restaurant is famous for their sweet & tangy BBQ sauce with sliced beef or pork over po-boy bread. Jay's also serves burgers, ribs, homemade potato salad, baked beans and cole slaw. 

Snowflake BBQ 1327 East Washington Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, 225-383-3049, Snowflake BBQ has long been the source of some of South Baton Rouge's best barbeque.  more... 

T.J. Ribs 2324 South Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located just off I-10, 225-383-7427, Landmark bar-b-que restaurant located near the LSU campus, this sports bar-like restaurant is famous for it's mouth watering ribs. Extensive LSU sports memorabilia covers the walls of this local favorite. 

Voodoo BBQ & Grill 3510 Drusilla Lane, Suite D, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-926-3003, Voodoo BBQ & Grill has taken the concept of the competition-style barbecue, with virtually unknown status in the New Orleans region, to one of the best known and well recognized restaurant brands in the area.  more... 

Bistro Byronz 5412 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Located in Historic Mid-City, 225-218-1433, Bistro Byronz's menu consists of fresh hot sandwiches, soups, steak, salmon, salads, and desserts. Stop by for lunch, dinner, or just a drink with friends. more... 

Riverbend Bistro 8873 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-767-2190, This casual restaurant serves Louisiana-style seafood with a Mediterranean jolt. Best bets are crab cakes, six onion soup and red snapper with lump crabmeat.  

Broken Egg Cafe 7655 Old Hammond Highway at Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-663-6468, Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, Broken Egg Cafe's creative menu includes fresh made-to-order omelets, eggs benedict, sandwiches and salads. Daily specials are available. more... 

Buzz Cafe, The 340 Florida Street, Baton Rouge, LA, Located in Historic Downtown, 225-706-1236, Serving breakfast and lunch. This cafe offers items from espresso and specialty coffee drinks to mouth-watering grilled Italian paninis, wraps and salads and homemade desserts.  more... 

Cafe DuJour 3655 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located Inside The Foyer, 225-302-7760, A great place to go with friends to eat and shop. They offer dine-in, carry-out, and corporate catering boxes & trays. "Home of the Cake Balls." 

Chelsea's Cafe 2857 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located Under the Perkins Road Overpass, 225-387-3679, A Tiger favorite, Chelsea's Cafe provides "good food, good music, and good beer." Chelsea’s kitchen is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Extensive menu featuring crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, pasta, salads and sandwiches. Several Vegetarian options available. Live Music Wednesday through Saturday. more... 

La Madeleine French Bakery and Cafe 7615 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Located in front of Bocage Village, 225-927-6001, Here you can enjoy a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, a fine meal, good conversation with friends or just your own thoughts. Whether you dine in by the fireplace, sit outside on the patio, order a lunch to go, pick up coffee and pastries for the office or get party trays for your next gathering, la Madeleine is a great choice. There is another location at 7707 Bluebonnet Boulevard. more... 

Yvette Marie's Cafe 1857 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located in the Circa 1857 Complex, 225-383-0388, A unique cafe owned by Chef Yvette Bonanno, Yvette Marie's Cafe features a nice intimate selection of sandwiches, soups, salads, and deserts. 

Chinese Inn 9449 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, 225-923-0435, Try the flaming Chinese Inn appetizer platter with BBQ pork and ribs, fried wings, butterfly shrimp, sesame chicken, shrimp toast, fried won ton, egg rolls and cho cho. Lunch and dinner daily.  

Charlie's Coffee 501 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA, Located at the Main Street Market Downtown, 225-343-8004, One of five locations in Baton Rouge, Charlie's is a place to go for a fresh cup of coffee and a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the free Wi-Fi internet access, and network ports for easy internet access. Their coffee is roasted fresh in Baton Rouge. They also feature many non-coffee drinks such as fruit smoothies, chai tea, hot tea, tea lattés, blended drinks, Italian cream sodas, and more. They bake the pastries, cookies and muffins fresh daily.  more... 

Coffee Bean & Café 12021 Coursey Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-291-9870, Coffee Bean & Café offers gourmet coffees, blends and cappuccinos. They also have bagels and pastries, plus tasty dishes like croissant club and Cobb salad with grilled chicken and crumbled bleu cheese.  

Coffee Call 3132 College Drive, Suite F, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Between I-10 and Perkins Rd., 225-925-9493, This locally-owned Coffee Call is the place to stop for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and a New Orleans style beignet.  

Highland Coffees 3350 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located at the North Gates of LSU, 225-336-9773, Highland Coffees roasts their own fine coffee collected from places around the world. Their most popular drinks include cappuccino, mocha, selections from the frozen blended drink menu and chai. For tea drinkers, a large selection of fine teas is available. Local specialty bakers provide delicious pastries. Seating is abundant and includes a spacious courtyard. Wireless internet is available. 

Perks Coffee and Tea 2008 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-344-7375, This popular local espresso chain is a neighborhood hangout and study hall for LSU students serving an array of cookies, muffins, scones, cakes, bagels, and granola bars.  

PJ's Coffee 100 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Located in the Shaw Center for the Arts, 225-381-0055, PJ's roasts, blends, brews, and serves great coffee. Better beans. They have a passion for coffee and roast in their own facility.  more... 

Starbucks Coffee 5720 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-926-7204, Enjoy a specialty drink, brewed coffee, hot or iced espresso, frappucinnos, teas, or classic favoite. more... 

Kona Grill 10111 Park Rowe Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-769-0077, Enjoy an exotic twist on American cuisine, including a delicious variety of appetizers and entrees like avocado egg rolls, macadamia nut chicken and sweet-chili glazed salmon, at Kona. Kona also serves hand-crafted sushi and tasty cocktails. more... 

Wine Loft, The 304 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Corner of 3rd and Laurel, 225-341-3948, Located downtown in the historic Fuqua Hardware Building, The Wine Loft is an upscale wine bar with an urban-chic atmosphere. It features over 70 selections of wine available by the glass and over 200 by the bottle. Menu items include baked brie, filet mignon salad, wild mushroom and manchego cheese bruchetta, and corn and crab bisque. more... 

333 Bistreaux 333 Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Downtown, 225-381-9385, This restaurant serves an expanded menu of Creole and Cajun dishes downstairs, while the upstairs operates as a bar with live music and DJs.  

Bellue's Fine Cajun Cuisine 3110 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70805, 225-356-7798, 800-349-7798, One of two Baton Rouge locations, the other being 7949 Jefferson Highway, Bellue's offers true Louisiana Cajun food. Menu items include pecan smoked boudin, crawfish etoufee, smoked pork loin, Cajun hot tamales, and shrimp fettuccine. more... 

Boutin's Restaurant 8322 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-819-9862, Open for lunch and dinner, Boutin's features live Cajun music Monday through Saturday. Their menu is filled with traditional South Louisiana favorites such as crawfish enchiladas, crabmeat au gratin, fried catfish, barbecue shrimp, pepper jack shrimp, and seafood gumbo. more... 

Brunet's Cajun Restaurant 135 South Flannery Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, 225-272-6226, Offers a variety of Cajun cuisine and features a full bar with live Cajun music. more... 

Café Americain Restaurant & Bar 7521 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-924-9841, Café Americain Restaurant & Catering has been locally owned and operated in Baton Rouge, Louisiana since 1987. Three generations of award-winning family recipes have kept patrons on the edge of their dining room seats with the flair of southern spices, homemade sauces and experimental combinations of flavors, textures, and presentation.  more... 

Chimes East 10870 Coursey Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, 225-296-4981, Located between Airline Highway and Sherwood Forest Boulevard, the Chimes Restaurant & Tap Room features such items as duck & sausage gumbo, crawfish etouffee, charbroiled catfish, crab cake sandwiches, hot boudin balls, gator sausage, oysters, and over 130 different beers.  more... 

Chimes Restaurant 3357 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, 225-383-1754, The Chimes menu features such items as duck & sausage gumbo, crawfish etouffee, charbroiled catfish, crab cake sandwich, hot boudin balls, gator sausage, oysters, and over 130 different beers. Chimes East is located at 10870 Coursey Boulevard. more... 

French Market Bistro 16645 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-753-3500, French Market Bistro is open six days a week for lunch and dinner. The lunch menu features appetizers, soups & salads, lunch entrees, and pizza & po-boys. Dinner offers seafood, pasta and specialty meats in addition to the items listed on the lunch menu.  more... 

Juban's 3739 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-346-8422, Voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Fancy Restaurant by readers of 225, Juban's menu includes stuffed soft-shelled crab, crawfish stuffed shrimp, and veal. Reservations are suggested. more... 

Lafitte's Landing Restaurant at Bittersweet Planta 404 Claiborne Avenue, Donaldsonville, LA 70802, 225-473-1232, When the original Lafitte's Landing burnt down in 1998, chef/owner John Folse rebuilt in his home and gave the restaurant the surname Bittersweet Plantation. What has not changed is the innovative Cajun/Creole inspired fare and exceptional service! Reservations are required. Specialities include soft-shelled crawfish, rack of lamb, and breast of mallard. more... 

Opie's Cajun Cafe 5162 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Historic Mid-City, 225-929-9960, Enjoy fine cajun food, fine spirits and live music. Catering is available and if you need crawfish, they have them boiled or live. Some of their specialities include catfish, blackened shrimp, boudin balls, cajun quesadillas, etoufee, jambalaya, and their sauteed crab fingers. more... 

Randolph Hall 30970 Highway 405, White Castle, LA 70788, at Nottoway Plantation Inn, 225-545-2730, Reservations accepted. Cajun Creole menu which includes specialties such as gumbo and jambalaya. more... 

Anthony's Italian Deli 10248 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, 225-272-6817, Since 1978, this true Italian deli has served authentic muffulettas and poboys, plus a wide selection of Italian cold cuts, imported cheeses, olive oils, homemade sausage and various groceries.  

Capital Creamery & Cafe 303 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located in Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-334-7689, Authentic artisan gelato and sorbet, desserts, crepes, and ice cream can be found here. They also offer daily specials and a lunch menu of salads and paninis.  more... 

Caterie Deli and Saloon 3617 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-383-4178, The Caterie features live music every night, open Monday through Saturday. The kitchen is open late. They serve salads, specialty sandwiches, grilled sandwiches, seafood baskets & poboys, and a kids menu. more... 

Inga's Subs & Salads 254 West Chimes, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located Near the LSU Campus, 225-344-4861, Get a regular or giant sub at Inga's. Some of their sandwich selections include ham & salami, club, Inga's Best, barbeque pork, and grilled chicken. You can also grab a fresh salad. more... 

New Orleans Poboy and Gyros 11806 Coursey Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-291-5408, The chicken philly sandwich is a favorite at New Orleans Poboy served on New Orleans soft bread. Shrimp poboys are a hit as well.  

Zeeland Street Market & Deli 2031 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-387-4546, Unpretentious neighborhood market and deli. Serves outstanding plate lunches, breakfast, lunch & dinner daily.  

Dearmans 7633 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Bocage Village, 225-924-1391, Don't miss the juicy hamburgers at this Baton Rouge soda fountain! Also serves tasty sandwiches and sweet potato fries. 

Atcha Bakery & Cafe 3221 Nicholson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Located at the LSU North Gates, 225-383-PITA, Atcha Bakery & Cafe prepares decadent fresh Middle Eastern cuisine. Their offerings include fresh made falafel, gyro, fattera, baklava, and shawarma. They are open from 9 a.m. until 8:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6:45 p.m. Atcha is closed between 1:30 p.m. and 2:20 p.m. Friday afternoons for prayer services. 

Melting Pot, The 5294 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-928-5677, The Melting Pot is a fun and trendy fondue restaurant. Fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different - and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.  more... 

Brandt's Maisonette Restaurant 3786 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Historic Mid-City, 225-344-8018, Set in a charming, early 20th century cottage, this upscale French restaurant offers a traditional menu with fresh, well-prepared ingredients and wonderdul sauces. An extensive wine list satisfies sophisticated palates, and a copper-topped bar offers cocktails. Great for a romantic dinner or special occasion. Reservations recommended. 

Maison Lacour 11025 North Harrell's Ferry Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-275-3755, 800-377-7104, This French restaurant, located in a 1927 cottage, features an excellent menu of beef, seafood, fowl, and game made with Louisiana ingredients. Their five dining rooms reveal an intimate atmosphere filled with Parisian and Southern French style furnishings, perfect for any occasion. Reservations are recommended. more... 

K Michael's Restaurant and Martini Bar 17424 Airline Highway, Prairieville, LA 70769, Oak Grove Village Shopping Center, 225-313-3582, A casual fine dining steak, seafood, and martini bar with french fusion cuisine. Open for lunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. weeknights and 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The martini bar closes at 2 a.m.  more... 

Albasha Greek & Lebanese Restaurant 5454 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Just of I-10, 225-292-7988, Enjoy classic Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes such as Mousaka, chicken shawarma, gyros, shish kabobs, and baklava for dessert. Various other locations are available in the Baton Rouge area. more... 

Arzi's Restaurant 5219 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-927-2111, Arzi's lunch specials are served Monday through Friday and the dinner specials are available every night after 3 p.m. Do not forget to try Arzi's pasta specials. The restaurant features a belly dancer every Friday night.  more... 

Roman's Cafe 5350 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Historic Mid-City, 225-928-2702, Good Greek and Lebanese food. Specialties are the chicken shawarma and shish kabobs. A kids menu is available.  

India's Restaurant 5230 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-769-0600, Serving authentic dishes from India. 

Fox & Hound English Pub and Grille 5246 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-926-1444, Fox & Hound Restaurant provides a social gathering place offering high quality food, drinks and entertainment in an upscale, casual environment. It offers a broad menu of mid-priced appetizers, entrees and desserts served in generous portions. There is also a full-service bar and offers a wide selection of major domestic, imported and specialty beers. more... 

Happy's Irish Pub 136 Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Located in Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-389-1282, Across from The Roux House, Happy's Irish Pub is Baton Rouge's only Irish pub. more... 

Bravo Cucina Italiana 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70036, 225-766-5288, Bravo is a fun, white-tablecloth casual Italian eatery. Its menu emphasis is on food that is fresh, made- to-order using authentic Italian cooking methods. 

D'Agostino's Restaurant 151 Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-379-8587, 866-409-0171, With more than 22 years of experience, D'Agostino's Restaurant is the locally owned and operated Italian restaurant to visit for authentic Italian food favorites. Private parties are welcome for up to 70 guests and catering is provided for up to 200 guests. Their Tuscan-style atmosphere, family recipes, and customer care is what attracts patrons.  more... 

DiGiulio Brothers Italian Cafe 2903 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Perkins Road overpass at I-10, 225-383-4203, Italian Cafe' serving fresh fish, veal, pasta, pizza and sandwiches. Open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. and dinner Monday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. They also have a Sunday brunch from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. more... 

Gino's Italian Restaurant 4542 Bennington Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-927-7156, This family-owned and operated restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine and Italian-style food. Gino's specializes in fresh seafood and, of course, steaks. At Gino's, their signature dish is Arancini, and their house specialties include Mama's Special Salad, Gino's Italian Salad and Laurence Bread.  more... 

Monjunis Italian Cafe & Grocery 7343 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located in Kenilworth Shopping Center, 225.302.7408, Serving traditional Italian entrees for over 20 years, Monjunis is famous for their lasagna. Other menu items include shrimp spaghetti marinara, pene ziti, muffalettas, and po-boys. more... 

Monjunis Italian Cafe and Grocery 711 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Goodwood Village Shopping Center, 225-231-1595, Serving traditional Italian entrees for over 20 years, Monjunis® is famous for their lasagna. Other menu items include shrimp spaghetti marinara, pene ziti, muffalettas, and po-boys. more... 

Portobello's Grill 7622 Old Hammond Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Bocage Village, 225-923-3222, Portobello's is a classic Grill with Italian influence placing emphasis on high quality food, exceptional service, and great value. The menu features salads, homemade soups, burgers, sandwiches and pasta. We are well known for our fire-grilled steaks, chops, chicken, and a selection of fresh grilled fish.  more... 

Portobello's Italian Grill & Cafe 1072 West Lee Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, 225-761-5005, Portobello's is a classic grill with Italian influence. The menu features a diverse selection fire-grilled steaks, chops, chicken, and fresh grilled fish. Entree salads, made from scratch soups, burgers, sandwiches, pizza and pasta round out the selection. They also have a wide selection of wine, cocktails, and beer.  more... 

Romano's Macaroni Grill 2572 Citiplace Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-927-6637, An appetizing selection of antipasti, brick oven pizzas, sandwiches, salads, pasta di prima, over-stuffed pasta, amore de la grill, classic Italian, desserts and more. The house chianti is a great complement for most dishes served. more... 

Ruffino's Restaurant 18811 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-753-3458, The area’s only Italian-Creole fusion restaurant, Ruffino's uses only the freshest ingredients to prepare such menu selections as manicotti, filet mignon, tenderloin parmesan, shrimp scampi, veal picatta, and chicken marsala.  more... 

Derek Chang's Koto 3023 College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-924-1980, Offering lunch & dinner. Soups, salads, appetizers, hibachi selections and a sushi bar. more... 

Ichiban Sushi Bar & Japanese Grill 5741 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-767-2288, Serving fresh sushi since 2003, Ichiban offers their famous Ichiban roll that features seared tuna, snowcrab and eel sauce. They offer lunch specials, starters, salads, and dinner entrees in addition to their fresh sushi bar selections. more... 

Kamado's Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar 4612 Bennington Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-928-3888, Two locations offering unique Japanese dining. This location offers the Hibachi Grill Menu and the Sherwood location offers the Teppan Grill Menu. Tatami rooms are available for private parties. Another location at 4215 S Sherwood Forest.  

Sake Café 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Suite 560, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, 225-767-3389, Sake Café is an authentic Japanese restaurant and sushi bar that serves fresh cuisine in an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere. 

Crawfish Bar & Grill 4735 Benton Road, Baton Rouge, LA 71112, 318-742-1011, Open November through July, Crawfish Bar & Grill specializes in live crawfish - cooked on site. They also offer spicy shrimp boiled or fried, gumbo and etoufee.  

Grape Leaf Restaurant, The 321 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-382-3939, The Grape Leaf Restaurant served Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine. Open Monday - Friday 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Serving dinner Thursday and Friday until 9 p.m .  

Taste of Downtown 501 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Located inside Main Street Market, 225-334-9960, Local Chef Yvette Bonnano created this wonderful breakfast and lunch spot in Downtown Baton Rouge. Taste's breakfast and lunch menu includes such items as quiche, grilled panini's, salads, pizza and more. They are open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.  

Izzo's Illegal Burrito 4250 Burbank Drive, Suite 111, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-214-0870, Roll your own with an oversized tortilla, with Izzo's rice, mixed cheeses, refried, black or pinto beans, and a choice of fresh toppings. You can also try their illegal version of the taco salad, the burrito bowl, with a delicious choice of dressings. Roll your own fajita tacos as well. You can also try the quesadillas, tacos, nachos and soups. more... 

La Carreta 4065 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Located in Mid-City, 225-334-9940, Saúl Rubio opened La Carreta's doors in 1998. He wanted to provide guests with delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine and friendly service. La Carreta has a fun, energetic atmosphere.  more... 

La Fonda Restaurant and Lounge 7838 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, 225-927-2535, La Fonda Restaurant is the first and oldest Mexican restaurant in Baton Rouge and has been owned and operated by the same family for over 45 years. They are known for their hospitality, food and margaritas.  more... 

Mestizo Mexican Restaurant 2323 Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-387-2699, Mestizo Mexican Restaurant features such modern Louisiana Mexican menu items as crawfish quesadillas, crab and shrimp burritos, fajita nachos, and camarones. Large selection of top self tequilas for tasty margaritas. Open for lunch and dinner,  more... 

Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant 4738 Constitution Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-924-0377, Open daily for lunch and dinner, Ninfa's serves authentic Mexican entrees. more... 

On the Border 2552 Citiplace Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-924-7400, Traditional Mexican favorites and mesquite-grilled specialties, served in a bold, engaging atmosphere. Some of their feature items include their Spicy Buffalo Chicken Tacos, Loaded Carne Asada Tacos, The Big Bordurrito, Chicken Chipotle Fajitas, and the Shaken Margarita Shrimp Cocktail. more... 

Qdoba 7415 Corporate Boulevard, Suite 940, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-248-6386, Try their unique take on Mexican dishes. They have tacos & salads, three-cheese nachos, tortilla soup, quesadillas, and signature burritos. more... 

Salsarita's Fresh Cantina 9655 Perkins Road, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70819, Located in the Fidelity Bank Plaza, 225-766-5377, Salsarita's Fresh Cantina offers fresh Mexican food made-to-order fast. Catering is available. more... 

Serranos Salsa Company 3347 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, North Gates of LSU, 225-344-2354, The very best from Ecuador, Nicaragua, the Yucatan, Cuba, Jamaica, and yes, even Mexico. The menu features traditional Latin and Mexican items with a special twist. Serranos Salsa Company offers many grilled dishes as a ways of sealing in the natural flavors and bringing a new level of excitement to the foods they serve.  more... 

Superior Grill 5435 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70805, 225-927-2022, The readers of 225 Magazine have given Superior Grill the distinction of having the best margaritas in Baton Rouge. Prepared using the freshest ingredients, their menu items include seafood enchiladas, fajita tacos, tequila lime salmon salad, and mesquite grilled salmon. more... 

Chuck E- Cheese 7680 Andrea Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-291-1880, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... 

Chuck E- Cheese 11324 Boardwalk, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 225-273-2490, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... 

DeAngelo's 7550 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Denham Springs, LA 70810, Located in Bluebonnet Village Center, 225-761-4465, DeAngelo's is a locally owned casual Italian dining establishment. Offering Lunch and Dinner with menus items including fresh salads, pasta, pizza & calzones. DeAngelo's has 4 other Baton Rouge area locations. more... 

Fleur de Lis Restaurant 5655 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-924-2904, Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fleur de Lis Restaurant features famous Roman pizza pies. more... 

Isabella's Pizzeria 15540 George O'Neal Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, 225-752-1969, Catering is available. Open Sunday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.- 10:30 p.m. The menu includes starters, salads, soups, sandwiches & wraps, calzones, pizzas and pastas.  more... 

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen 7474 Corporate Boulevard, Suite 101, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-926-5800, All pizzas are cooked in the wood burning oven. Try one of their specialty pizzas, such as the grilled eggplant, Napolitano, Salsiccia Marinara or shrimp teryaki. They have an impressive selection of micro-brewed and imported beers.  more... 

Mellow Mushroom 4250 Burbank, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-490-6355, The Mellow Mushroom pizza bakers offer a great selection of pizza toppings and specialty pizzas. You can also try one of their Monumental Hoagies, Scrumptious Salads, or Spring Water Dough Calzones. more... 

Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro 240 Plaza Loop, Baton Rouge, LA 71111, 318-550-0491, The bistro spotlights its famous desserts plus a wide selection of light crunchy salads, pizzas, dipping sandwiches and seafood platters. Lunch and dinner served daily.  more... 

Galatoire's Bistro 17451 Perkins Road (Perkins at Highland), Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-753-4864, Dress is business casual and reservations are not required. Enjoy many of the dishes offered at the original Galatoire's in New Orleans. The menu consists of mouth-watering appetizers, poultry dishes, fish dishes, shellfish and meat. more... 

Mansurs on the Boulevard 5720-A Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-923-3366, Locally owned and operated, Mansurs on the Boulevard is "Louisiana's premier bar and grill." Mansurs is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Full-service catering is available. more... 

Mason's Grill 13556 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, 225-756-8815, Mason's Grill's specialties include seafood crepes and Acadiana benedict but other menu items include cajun shrimp burger, seafood stuffed potato, cajun ribeye, blackened alligator, broiled oysters, catfish amandine, etouffee, tilapia, and homemade onion rings. more... 

Roux House, The 143 Third street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Located in Downtown Baton Rouge, 225-344-2583, The Roux House offers a daily lunch menu featuring classic south Louisiana entrees, including gumbo and etouffee. At night, The Roux House turns into a live music venue Wednesday through Saturday. more... 

Champps Americana 7425 Corporate Boulevard, Suite 810, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Located at Towne Center, 225-248-9333, Lunch, dinner, happy hour, late night. Anytime is a great time to sit down to huge burgers made fresh by hand, crisp salads, turkey & chicken roasted in their own rotisseries, ribs slowly basted for hours and decadent desserts.  more... 

Ivar's Sports Bar & Grill 2954 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-388-0021, Ivar's Sports Bar & Grill is a local favorite at the Perkins Road Overpass. 

Station Sports Bar and Grill 4608 Bennington, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-926-0631, Located off College Drive, Station Sports Bar and Grill features live entertainment, over 20 TVs, sports memorabilia, pool tables, Golden Tee, over 100 types of beer, two bar mounted video games, and an excellent hearty menu. more... 

Walk-On's Bistreaux & Bar 3838 Burbank Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located Near Louisiana State University, 225-757-8010, Patrons of Walk-On's Bistreaux & Bar can enjoy live acoustic music Wednesday through Saturday and great food and fantastic company any time.  more... 

Bonefish Grill 7415 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-216-1191, Bonefish Grill is about fresh fish. Straight from the ocean to your table, the fish served here is flown in, inspected and hand-cut daily, and then cooked to perfection over a wood-burning grill. For the non-fish eaters, they offer a wide selection of dishes from center cut Filet Mignon and pork tenderloin to freshly prepared pasta and chicken dishes.  more... 

Cabin Restaurant, The 5404 Highway 44, Burnside, LA 70738, 225-473-3007, The Cabin Restaurant serves lunch and dinner in the first black Catholic school in Louisiana and in several 100 year old slave cabins, all of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Their Cajun menu includes gumbo, red beans & rice, po-boys, and buttermilk pie. more... 

Crawfish Place, The 11950 Cloverland Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 504-756-4807, Live, boiled and softshell crawfish, crabs, shrimp, oysters, fresh fish and more for dine in or carry out. They also serve seafood and swamp platters. Check out their dinner and lunch specials and unique poboys. Open seven days a week, Sunday - Thursday from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m.  more... 

Don's Seafood & Steak House 6823 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70805, 225-357-0601, Reservations accepted. Well-known for seafood steak and the famous oyster bar. 

Drusilla Seafood Restaurant 3482 Drusilla Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, Located off I-12 in Drusilla Shopping Center, 225-923-0896, 800-364-8844, Drusilla Seafood Restaurant is one of the oldest seafood restaurants in Baton Rouge having been established in 1982. The restaurant features an extensive menu of seafood that they serve fried, broiled, blackened, as well as heart-healthy entrees.  more... 

Fish City Grill 10000 Perkins Rowe, Suite G-160, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-766-2720, This casual seafood restaurant serves oysters on the half shell and fried and grilled seafood dishes. 

Joe's Crab Shack 7620 Andrea Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-292-0802, A cool seafood restaurant where you can kick back, strap on a bib and enjoy crabs, seafood and jam to rockin's tunes at a picnic table. A kids menu is available. more... 

Louisiana Lagniappe 9990 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-767-9991, Louisiana Lagniappe is dedicated to bringing customers the freshest seafood and prime steak available. They are family owned and operated with a casual atmosphere. Stop by and treat yourself to fresh seafood and experience authentic Cajun cuisine made from scratch daily. more... 

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant 3225 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located in the Mid-City District, 225-381-9922, Open every day for lunch and dinner, Parrain's is committed to bringing you the freshest and highest quality seafood in town. more... 

Ralph & Kacoo's 6110 Bluebonnet Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-766-2113, Traditional seafood dishes with a little Cajun flair. more... 

Jobe's Cafe 315 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, 225-343-1874, Home style cooking with southern flare. Buffet style lunch, with three different entrees, vegetables and salad bar each day. Menu items available. Take out, dine in and delivery. Also available for private parties and dinners by reservation.  

Mallini's The Place 5255 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-924-5069, Enjoy vegetables and southern dishes in a casual family atmosphere. 

Roberto's River Road Restaurant 1985 River Road (Highway 75), St. Gabriel, LA 70776, 225-642-5999, Roberto's River Road Restaurant, located in an 1850s building that once housed the J.J. LaPlace & Sons, Inc. general store 13 miles south of Baton Rouge, offers good ole' southern food including chicken fried steak, fried sweet potato chips, catfish, seafood gumbo, eggplant crab cakes, and chocolate caramel pie. Lunch is served Monday through Friday and dinner is offered Thursday through Saturday.  more... 

Vincent's City Club 7132 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-925-1263, Vincent's serves Big Easy-style barbecue ribs. The restaurant also features live bands on weekends and late-night DJs.  

Primo's Steakhouse 5454 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-291-9600, Baton Rouge's premier dining and dancing supper club. Primo's has created a new, exciting dining concept, the perfect blend of critically acclaimed cuisine, excellence service and great dance music. Dining & Dancing is featured from 9 p.m. till, Wednesday through Saturday. The Outside Patio at Primo's is a covered garden atmosphere with seating up to 35 guests.  more... 

Derek Chang's Koto 3023 College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-924-1980, An excellent selection of sushi, sake and delicious hibachi entrees are available at Koto. more... 

Hello Sushi 3930 Burbank Drive, Suites A & B, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-768-8808, Hello Sushi puts a twist on traditional Japanese cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, menu items include pesto shrimp, teriyaki steak, salmon skin salad, sushi pizza, gyoza dumplings, and sushi specials. more... 

Sake Cafe 6401 Bluebonnet Blvd. #560, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, The Boulevard at Mall of Louisana, 225-767-3389, The newest location in Louisana for Sake Cafe is located outside Mall of Louisiana in the beautiful Boulevard shopping area. Over two dozen appetizers, hot and cold dishes, tempura, teriyaki, soba and udon noodles and a very large variety of sushi and sashimi. They also offer lunch and happy hour specials. 

Sushi Yama 7731 Perkins Road, Suite 120, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 225-767-8880, Sushi Yama prepares an interesting selection of sushi rolls and sashimi. 

Tsunami 100 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, Located on the 6th Floor of the Shaw Center, 225-346-5100, Readers of 225 Magazine have given Tsunami the best sushi in Baton Rouge award. Their menu items include creative sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, Japanese tempura, teriyaki dishes, and ribeye steak prepared by award-winning chefs using the freshest ingredients available. more... 

Doe's Eat Place 3723 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-387-5331, Doe's Eat Place has been dubbed the place where the best steaks in the world are served. Go and enjoy their world famous hot tamales and steaks. They also offer succulent shrimp, catfish, gumbo, homemade chili and spaghetti.  more... 

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 7321 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, 225-925-2710, Enjoy fine prime steak and 100 wines by the glass. Fleming's offers classic steakhouse fare, artfully prepared for contemporary tastes. Feast on succulent prime rib, fresh seafood, and a variety of delicious salads, sides and desserts. more... 

Logan's Roadhouse 6571 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70836, 225-757-9449, Logan's Roadhouse offers a wide variety of menu items that include everything from aged steaks, hand-cut fresh on premise each day, to the freshest chicken breasts around to flame grilled salmon and catch-of-the-day to mouthwatering made-from-scratch yeast rolls. The salads are made from the freshest ingredients.  more... 

Outback Steakhouse 2415 South Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-927-9488, Enjoy their dishes with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Featured menu items include the spinach artichoke dip, pan seared darling point lobster-crab cakes, Ahi Tuna chopped salad, Pineapple-Chipotle margarita and New South Wales Margarita. more... 

Ruth's Chris Steak House 4836 Constitution Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Located off Interstate 10, 225-925-0163, Specializing in steak and live Maine lobster, Ruth's Chris Steak House has the feel of a traditional steakhouse with oak and mahogany woodwork throughout the building. The fireplace in the steakhouse lounge begs one to enjoy a fine cognac with friends after dinner. Try their Market Fresh Seafood selection, cooked to perfection. Or the popular Ahi Tuna Stack, seared rare, topped with Colossal lump crabmeat and served sizzling with red pepper pesto. At Ruth's Chris, steak is king, but the royal family is large.  more... 

Sullivan's Steakhouse 5252 Corporate Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-925-1161, Sullivan's boasts fine steaks and seafood, the best martinis according to readers of 225, live entertainment seven nights a week, an incredible wine selection, and a fully stocked cigar humidor.  more... 

Vic's Chophouse 7327 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 225-925-5632, Vic's Chophouse features Gulf Coast influenced tapas as well as amazing custom cuts of Sterling Silver beef. A wine list and a lounge area complete with very relaxing leather chairs are available. Chef/owner Victor Pickrich trained with Emeril Lagasse and owned a restaurant in Pass Christian, Mississippi, which was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. They are open for dinner Monday through Saturday 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. more... 

Plantation Tea Room Cafe 7384 Highway Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-767-0590, Perfect lite sandwiches and tea. Great for intimate get togethers. 

Steaps - Tea & Chai Cafe 3655 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-978-8930, Steaps offers a large selection of loose tea and pastries. Cool off with a frozen Chai Cooler or Villa Mocha. The shop also features a variety of tea pots and tea accessories.  

Rama Restaurant 2919 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-387-5943, Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine at Rama. 

Thai Kitchen 4335 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, 225-346-1230, Thai Kitchen offers unique and authentic cuisine with a family welcoming atmosphere. They offer subtle yet exotic home cooking combined with a well-stocked bar selection. Their sushi and sports bar, along with Friday night karaoke, offers additional entertainment.  more...