DINING
American
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... mapBennigan'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. mapBJ'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. mapBuffalo 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... mapCadillac 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... mapCalendar'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. mapCalifornia 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. mapCapital 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... mapCapital 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... mapCopeland'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... mapCopeland's of New Orleans
4957 Essen Lane • Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225-769-1800
Selections range from Louisiana Cajun cuisine to seafood and chicken. mapFrank'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. mapGeorge'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... mapGeorge'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... mapGeorge'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... mapJ. 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... mapLouie'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... mapSammy'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. mapTimes 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... map
Asian
Bamboo House
11255 Boardwalk • Baton Rouge, LA 70816
225-273-4445
Enjoy courtyard dining on fresh seafood or Mongolian style barbecue stir fried. mapDim Sum Restaurant
9341 Delcourt Avenue • Baton Rouge, LA 70815
225-926-0909P.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... mapTaste 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... map
Bar-B-Que
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... mapJay'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. mapJay'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. mapSnowflake 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... mapT.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. mapVoodoo 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... map
Bistro
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... mapRiverbend 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. map
Cafes
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... mapBuzz Cafe, The
340 Florida Street • Baton Rouge, LALocated 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... mapCafe 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." mapChelsea'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... mapLa 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... mapYvette 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. map
Chinese
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. map
Coffee Shops
Charlie's Coffee
501 Main Street • Baton Rouge, LALocated 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... mapCoffee 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. mapCoffee 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. mapHighland 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. mapPerks 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. mapPJ'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... mapStarbucks 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... map
Contemporary
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... mapWine 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... map
Creole & Cajun
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. mapBellue'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... mapBoutin'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... mapBrunet'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... mapCafé 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... mapChimes 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... mapChimes 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... mapFrench 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... mapLafitte'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... mapOpie'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... mapRandolph 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... map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
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. mapCapital 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... mapCaterie 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... mapInga'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... mapNew 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. mapZeeland 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. map
Diners
Ethnic
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. map
Fondue
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... map
French
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. mapMaison 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... map
Fusion
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... map
Greek
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... mapArzi'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... mapRoman'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. map
Indian
India's Restaurant
5230 Essen Lane • Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225-769-0600
Serving authentic dishes from India. map
International
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... map
Irish Pubs
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... map
Italian
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. mapD'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... mapDiGiulio 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... mapGino'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... mapMonjunis 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... mapMonjunis 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... mapPortobello'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... mapPortobello'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... mapRomano'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... mapRuffino'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... map
Japanese
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... mapKamado'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. map
Locally Operated
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. map
Mediterranean
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 . mapTaste 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. map
Mexican & Southwestern
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... mapLa 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... mapLa 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... mapMestizo 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... mapNinfa'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... mapOn 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... mapSalsarita'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... mapSerranos 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... mapSuperior 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... map
Pizza
Chuck E. Cheese's
7680 Andrea Drive • Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225-291-1880
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapChuck E. Cheese's
11324 Boardwalk • Baton Rouge, LA 70816
225-273-2490
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapDeAngelo'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... mapFleur 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... mapIsabella'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... mapLouisiana 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... mapMellow 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... map
Regional & Franchised
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... map
Regional Cuisine
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... mapMansurs 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... mapMason'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... mapRoux 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... map
Sports Bars & Pubs
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... mapIvar'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. mapStation 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... mapWalk-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... map
Seafood
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... mapCabin 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... mapCrawfish 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... mapDon'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. mapDrusilla 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... mapFish 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. mapJoe'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' tunes at a picnic table. A kid's menu is available. more... mapLouisiana 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... mapParrain'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... mapRalph & Kacoo's
6110 Bluebonnet Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225-766-2113
Traditional seafood dishes with a little Cajun flair. more... map
Southern
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. mapMallini's The Place
5255 Florida Boulevard • Baton Rouge, LA 70806
225-924-5069
Enjoy vegetables and southern dishes in a casual family atmosphere. mapRoberto'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... mapVincent'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. map
Supper Clubs
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... map
Sushi
Derek Chang's Koto
2562 Citiplace Court • Baton Rouge, LA 70808
225-456-5454
An excellent selection of sushi, sake and delicious hibachi entrees are available at Koto. They are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m. and closed Sunday. more... mapHello 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... mapSake 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. mapSushi Yama
7731 Perkins Road, Suite 120 • Baton Rouge, LA 70810
225-767-8880
Sushi Yama prepares an interesting selection of sushi rolls and sashimi. mapTsunami
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... map
Steaks & Chops
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... mapFleming'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... mapLogan'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... mapOutback 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... mapRuth'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... mapSullivan'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... mapVic'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... map
Tea Rooms
Plantation Tea Room Cafe
7384 Highway Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70808
225-767-0590
Perfect lite sandwiches and tea. Great for intimate get togethers. mapSteaps - 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. map
Thai
Rama Restaurant
2919 Perkins Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70808
225-387-5943
Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine at Rama. mapThai 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... map
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