Guidebook for Baton Rouge
Food Scene
Great variety of food, including vegetarian options. At night, Chelsea's features some of Baton Rouge's best live music.
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Chelsea's Cafe
2857 Perkins RdGreat variety of food, including vegetarian options. At night, Chelsea's features some of Baton Rouge's best live music.
This cafe' prepares farm-fresh daily specials and always have two soups and three sandwiches (meat, veggie, and paleo).
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Magpie Cafe
3205 Perkins RdThis cafe' prepares farm-fresh daily specials and always have two soups and three sandwiches (meat, veggie, and paleo).
A local favorite for Mexican and margaritas.
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Zippy's Burritos Tacos & More
3155 Perkins RdA local favorite for Mexican and margaritas.
Great Italian and central European food in a romantic atmosphere.
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Pinetta's European Restaurant
3056 Perkins RdGreat Italian and central European food in a romantic atmosphere.
Rama Restaurant
2919 Perkins RdBaton Rouge's favorite Thai restaurant.
A local coffee shop in one of Baton Rouge's best-loved neighborhoods.
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Garden District Coffee
2008 Perkins RdA local coffee shop in one of Baton Rouge's best-loved neighborhoods.
Zeeland Street
2031 Perkins RdFantastic plate lunches.
Local Italian food and a great Sunday brunch.
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Digiulio Brothers Italian Cafe
2903 Perkins RdLocal Italian food and a great Sunday brunch.
Jimmy John's
3043 Perkins RdLocally owned franchise of a sandwich shop that's way better than Subway.
Beer and pizza and a projector screen for the sports fan.
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Schlittz & Giggles
2355 Ferndale AveBeer and pizza and a projector screen for the sports fan.
Rock-n-Sake Bar & Sushi
3043 Perkins RdHaven't been to this one yet.
Frankie's Dawg House
2318 Cedardale AveArtisanal hotdogs and tater tots. Get the Jay Ducote Dog.
Parrain's Seafood Restaurant
3225 Perkins RdLocally-owned Cajun restaurant.
Acme Oyster House
3535 Perkins RdA New Orleans transplant.
One of New Orleans's finest establishments has recently opened this Baton Rouge location.
Galatoire's Bistro
3535 Perkins RoadOne of New Orleans's finest establishments has recently opened this Baton Rouge location.
Burgersmith
3613 Perkins RdCraft burgers and local beer.
Baton Rouge's flagship fine dining establishment. Has a great bar if you just want a drink.
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Juban's
3739 Perkins RdBaton Rouge's flagship fine dining establishment. Has a great bar if you just want a drink.
LSU's flagship bar and grill. Get the gumbo. On Sundays, get the boudin omelet.
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The Chimes
3357 Highland RdLSU's flagship bar and grill. Get the gumbo. On Sundays, get the boudin omelet.
Highland Coffees
3350 Highland RdEveryone's favorite local coffee shop.
Best burgers in town until Curbside Burger truck returns (they now serve at Barcadia in New Orleans if you head that way).
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Fat Cow Burgers & Salads
4350 Highland RdBest burgers in town until Curbside Burger truck returns (they now serve at Barcadia in New Orleans if you head that way).
Sa Dec Kitchen
One of Baton Rouge's more popular (for those in the know) Vietnamese joints.
Dang's
12385 Florida BlvdAnother of the most popular Vietnamese places among foodies.
Bay Leaf Indian Cuisine
5160 S Sherwood Forest BlvdBaton Rouge's best Indian.
Tsunami Sushi Baton Rouge
100 Lafayette StBest sunset in the city. Decent sushi.
Chicken Shack
413 N Acadian ThruwayBest fried chicken you'll ever have. Seriously. Also Baton Rouge's oldest restaurant.
Best place to get boiled crawfish while they're in season. Otherwise, I recommend the prime rib poboy. It's my favorite sandwich ever.
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Sammy's Grill
8635 Highland RdBest place to get boiled crawfish while they're in season. Otherwise, I recommend the prime rib poboy. It's my favorite sandwich ever.
Bacio Di Roma LLC
Some say it's the best gelato in town.
Strands Cafe
226 Laurel StBaton Rouge's best confectioner. Homemade chocolates, scones, cakes, tortes, and more.
Highlands/Perkins
3043 Perkins RoadNew, locally-owned cold-press juice bar.
House-made meats and charcuterie go into delicious sandwiches or on a board in Baton Rouge's newest restaurant sensation.
2363 Hollydale Ave
House-made meats and charcuterie go into delicious sandwiches or on a board in Baton Rouge's newest restaurant sensation.
5703 Essen Ln
5703 Essen LaneBest Greek restaurant in Baton Rouge. Locally owned and operated.
Great local coffee shop famous for its artisanal cake balls.
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Brew Ha-Ha!
711 Jefferson HwyGreat local coffee shop famous for its artisanal cake balls.
Baton Rouge's hidden gem featuring modern takes on Italian cuisine. Locally owned by a friendly husband and wife team. Tell them we sent you.
Nino's
7512 Bluebonnet BlvdBaton Rouge's hidden gem featuring modern takes on Italian cuisine. Locally owned by a friendly husband and wife team. Tell them we sent you.
Omi
7951 One Calais AveBaton Rouge's best and most authentic Chinese food.
Pei Wei
3535 Perkins RdAsian fusion fast food.
MJ'S café
5162 Government StLot's of vegetarian friendly lunch options.
Essentials
This local, independent grocery store is just down the street.
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Bet-R Neighborhood Market
2812 Kalurah StThis local, independent grocery store is just down the street.
Walmart Supercenter
3132 College DrThe nearest big-box superstore.
3535 Perkins Rd
3535 Perkins RoadLouisiana's first Trader Joe's recently opened just down the street from us.
Shopping
Varsity Sports Baton Rouge
2055 Perkins RdA local athletic store with a regular running club,
The Royal Standard
2877 Perkins RdLocal gift shop.
Cottonwood Books
3054 Perkins RdLocally-owned bookstore.
Bolton Health Mart
2958 Perkins RdLocally-owned pharmacy.
Everything Else
Noelie Harmon
1010 Nicholson DriveLocal Barber Shop.
LSU! LSU!
Only about two miles by foot from the house.
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Stadium Harimau LSU
LSU! LSU!
Only about two miles by foot from the house.
2265 Christian St
Local salon.
Historic plantation home near LSU. Seeing something grander requires leaving the city.
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Magnolia Mound Plantation
2161 Nicholson DrHistoric plantation home near LSU. Seeing something grander requires leaving the city.
State Capitol Park
400 State Capitol DriveGo to the top, see the city and the river.
LSU Museum of Art
100 Lafayette StGreat gallery run by the university.
The Massage Emporium
1601 Laurel StLocally-owned massage parlor.
An upscale nail salon promises catering to women only, featuring all-natural products and offering services in a cozy setting that includes slipcovered wingback chairs and throw pillows.
2931 Perkins Rd
2931 Perkins RoadAn upscale nail salon promises catering to women only, featuring all-natural products and offering services in a cozy setting that includes slipcovered wingback chairs and throw pillows.
One Heart Yoga Center
340 St Joseph StLocal yoga studio.
Whole Foods Market
7529 Corporate BlvdWhole Foods
Locally owned supermarket with the best king cakes in town come carnival time.
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Calandro's Supermarket (Mid-City)
4142 Government StLocally owned supermarket with the best king cakes in town come carnival time.
Truly Free Bakery & Deli
4321 Perkins RdLocal bakery and lunch spot featuring allergen free foods.
Farm-to-table food with lots of dietary options (loads of vegetarian, vegan, paleo, and allergen-free meals).
7474 Corporate Blvd
Farm-to-table food with lots of dietary options (loads of vegetarian, vegan, paleo, and allergen-free meals).
Lock & Key Whiskey Bar
5110 Corporate BlvdBaton Rouge's best whiskey bar, with excellent cocktails.
Drinks & Nightlife
Duvic's
2854 Kalurah StLocal martini bar. Allows smoking indoors.
Ivar's Sports Bar & Grill
2954 Perkins Rd"Irish" sports bar with a full menu.
Zee Zee Gardens Inc
2904 Perkins RoadOld man bar.
Great cocktails. Has a ping-pong table and a shuffleboard. Can get full of hipsters. Smoke free!
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The Radio Bar
3079 Government StGreat cocktails. Has a ping-pong table and a shuffleboard. Can get full of hipsters. Smoke free!
Slinky's
144 W Chimes StMy favorite local dive bar.
Red Star
222 Laurel StDowntown's best bar - smoke free!
Pelican House
2572 Citiplace CtBaton Rouge's largest selection of draft beers.
Arts & Culture
Baton Rouge's gallery located in City Park.
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Baton Rouge Gallery - center for contemporary art
1515 Dalrymple DrBaton Rouge's gallery located in City Park.
Capitol Park Museum
660 N 4th StGreat museum on Louisiana's history.
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
100 S River RdGreat gallery and planetarium.