50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Baton Rouge

“We went for good seafood and the best crawfish we heard. When we walk in we has awesome service. Our server Aundria E was the best. She took care of us from drinks and helped explain the menu!! Food was hot and good. Great place and definitely number 1 server!! We will be back!!“

“This young lady (who wasn’t our server) went above and beyond for my family. My daughter was obsessed with her and she was the sweetest! So very kind and friendly ! We had to get a picture with her !“

“Great service. Walter was awesome and very attentive. Recommended great drinks which it was the trick or treat.🥰👌👍“

“Excellent atmosphere food was delicious everyone was really nice an professional exceptionally Jenna an Paige. Definitely will go back again“

“My first time here at J.Alexander's. So worth the trip from Lafayette. My entire meal has been remarkable. I ordered the red wine blend Parradoxx, which had a slight Pinot Nior flavor to it. I ordered a house salad with Blue Cheese dressing which was rich and full of woodsy flavors. My salad was a big hit with me. Vegetables were crisp and served with beautiful presentation. I ordered the Filet with Berinaise sauce and baked potatoe. It was cooked so perfectly that it was truly a work of art. For dessert I got the chocolate cake. I am not usually a chocolate fan at all but this did not disappoint!! The rich cocoa blended perfectly with the vanilla ice cream. Now for the service... my waiter, Ali, was so good. His knowledge of the menu was very good, but his quiet professionalism was undeniable. He checked all the boxes as to dressings and preparation, but he additionally checked for how and when you wanted everything served. Ali, eyes were constantly scanning to be certain that my meal and needs were being met. Now, I don't know anything about Ali, except that he was young, but he could have been at home in the finest restaurants in Chicago! His attention to detail made my incredible lunch even more spectacular! An incredible meal, prepared exquisitely, with a waiter like Ali! Just absolutely perfect!“

“Food was good - manager visited me which is a rarity in the Louisiana market for some reason- restaurant was very clean just dust in the ceiling vents- but my bartender was the highlight. I will go back just to sit and chat with Amber. As a regional manager for a restaurant group, I was impressed all around with her attentiveness that close to close. As a younger female no one ever speaks to me besides to take my order and she got to know me and made me feel welcome! She’s sweet as can be, I wish her all the best!“

“The food was very delicious, Good customer service, The parking is very reasonable, The Fruit Punch mixed with lemonade is on point 10/10. The menu has a lot of options and prices are reasonable. Aesthetics are welcoming as well. The bag your food is in is captivating !

Parking: There are 8 + spots

Kid-friendliness: A lot of room I’d say“

“Went to Cork's for Mother's Day supper...YUM 😋! It was the best tasting, crispy, freshest fried seafood around! The fries were hot, crisp and awesome, too! Cork's is right up there with top notch restaurants, but at much less the cost. The staff was extremely friendly and the venue was neat.We will be back...OFTEN! ♥“

“vraiment très bon restaurant .“

“Went for a 4 po-boy takeout and a 5 piece wings . They were very helpful and called me before to verify an item and order was ready before I got there and service was great. Softshell poboy was perfectly cooked and delicious . The cochon de lait was fabulous and the buffalo chicken sandwich was excellent.

My two gripes for the 4 star were the wings were tiny and I like big wings if I'm gonna spend that much . Second gripe is if I spend $100 on an orderr and tip you could throw me a french fries in there as none of the poboys come witth fries.“

“Excellent food and even greater service!“

“Fried seafood stuffed potato, gumbo, Poboys , fried veggies , boudin balls, onion rings , everything is so good!!“

“Highly recommended! This place is great!“

“The food was great! We had shrimp op boys with fries. Everything tasted good and the server was very friendly.“

“Been wanting to go there, kicking myself for waiting so long to go. Had lunch with a long time friend. Great food, excellent service, nice atmosphere. She had the grilled redfish and I had the pot roast. I swapped potatoes for red beans. It was fork tender and delicious. Their house dressing is a citrus vinegarette that I ♡.“

“We are from Montana and had the aligator, cornbread and seafood pasta. Everything was fantastic. Well worth the stop. Thanks so much“

“Highly recommend. We go here every time our mom comes to town, because she loves their muffuletta. We buy the big one, and she eats it every day for 4 days. It’s very popular so the wait for food to be ready is a little long at times, but it’s definitely worth the wait.“

“No long waiting, the food was hot on arrival, service was excellent! Staff was awesome!!“

“We stopped here on our girls trip and this place is Awesome! We ordered the biggest platters they had and some small ones. You can create your own platter which is my favorite part. This place did not disappoint. The guy behind the counter was so friendly and nice. You won’t be disappointed if you’re a seafood lover. You can sit inside or outside. We loved both. The decor was very pleasant throughout. We are definitely going back when we pass through again.“

“Best chicken in town“

“Went for Father’s Day dinner and had a delicious cocktail (rose bowl) and the best chicken and waffles I have ever had!“

“Absolutely Delicious overstuffed Po boys!!!“

“Awesome people and are willing to go the extra mile to make a customer happy. We picked up 15lbs of live crawfish at 12:30 in the afternoon and got home to clean them and prepare for a boil at 430. We noticed a few were dead and called and they let us know to wait and see if they wake up from being on ice. When we went to boil at 3 we noticed even more not moving and potentially dead. We brought them back and they kindly swapped it out for new crawfish. I appreciate them taking the time to show us a crawfish after being on ice and being kind to us and replacing them! Crawfish were amazing in size!“

“The food was amazing. We enjoyed the Sunday brunch menu which included the French onion soup, fried oyster salad and for entrees we ate the New Orleans Crab Cake Benedict and Short Rib Benedict. The manger was so gracious as to give me a small bottle of champagne to take home since all the desserts were made with chocolate and I am allergic. We will definitely be back for the dinner menu. Fantastic table side service, beautiful ambiance and excellent master chef food.“

“Every time I go there the food is delicious and the service is impeccable.“

“Stopped in with my 3yo after visiting the museum. Got the mixed plate and everything was hot, the fish filets were huge and cooked perfectly. Perfect portions we were able to share and have leftovers to snack on later. My only complaint was how small the establishment is, it's standing room only and seating is limited. Not uncommon for downtown establishments, everything else was exceptional.“

“Montalbano’s went above and beyond to make our company crawfish boil the best one yet! Highly recommend for all of your catering needs!“

“Best gulf shrimp in baton rouge fast no wait no fussin“

“My family and I found this place randomly. We were craving crawfish, and we could smell how delicious it was while driving by. We stopped by chance and tried it out. It was absolutely what we were looking for! The sizes varied but were all filled with so much flavor. Great catches and the sides were also delicious. I highly recommend people stop and try these people out!“

“Great Hamburgers and PoBoys. We have tried them both and they are outstanding, flavorful and fully dressed to order. The star item for us, when in season, are the crawfish! Beyond doubt, the BEST in the entire Baton Rouge area. They are delicious and precisely cooked and spiced. We drive from Gonzales weekly to get their terrific crawfish. Mike and Jack are friendly hosts and put their customer's satisfaction first.“

“A local secret. Great poboys, fried seafood, and in my opinion, the best hot wings in town.“

“today was my first time eating here. I ordered the boiled meat plate for my son and I. it was so good and tender and just the right amount of spice. my son asked him to stop and get him more on my way home. I definitely will be back.“

“Excellent food great service“

“University Seafood has the best live crawfish in town, quality is consistent and they’re clean!!“

“Ordered for an event at my church on Friday. Came to pick the order up on Saturday. Everything was ready, assistance was provided to carry to my car and everything was hot. All the food was hot and fresh everyone at church enjoyed the food. I recommend Bayou Seafood and prices are great!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR A WONDERFUL MEAL!!!“

“Wonderful Place Oyster's Real Good“

“Y’all take food stamps ? ???????????????“

“Each time I went I enjoyed the food never not satisfied“

“1.Clean establishmen, excellent food and service.
2.Visiting from KY and came here to try crawfish. I was delicious.
3. I accidently left my Oakly sunglasses on the table by mistake.
Our precious waitress and her awesome manager went and dug through the trash for me and found them. Gave them back to me with whipes to clean them off.
Very much appreciated. It wouldn't be unreasonable in that amount of businesses not to go digging because I was negligent.
THANK YOU!“

“We really enjoyed our experience our waitress was great her was Christian Moore“

“Shout out to BRQ! We had a wonderful meal recently! The entire table raved about their food and the staff was efficient and friendly. Thanks for the fantastic service, Mariah!! I rate it a 10/10!“

“Great food and great service! Ask for Tye, and she’ll make your experience great!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great family owned business! Good seafood and great owners!“

“Had a very very nice time“

“Food was very delicious. Great service and friendly staff.“

“Dinner at Eliza in Baton Rouge felt like stepping into a quietly elegant celebration of Southern hospitality—warm, thoughtful, and deeply delicious from start to finish.

We began with drinks that set the tone beautifully: a Watermelon Gimlet—fresh, fragrant, and perfectly balanced—and a crisp, subtly spiced Basil Cucumber Mule Mocktail in a copper mug. Later in the evening, a smooth Espresso Martini brought just the right note of indulgence.

The Soft Shell Crab Gnocchi was a standout—perfectly crisp and golden, served over pillowy gnocchi with Lake Pontchartrain blue crab, brightened by pesto cream and sauce vierge.

The Chicken Paillard was equally lovely: tender, pan-sautéed chicken with crispy potatoes, Creole mustard sauce, and a peppery arugula salad that brought everything into balance.

Dessert was a perfect finale: a light, tangy Lemon Ice Box Pie with a buttery graham cracker crust and just a touch of hazelnut syrup—simple and satisfying.

The setting itself is a study in understated charm—refined but never fussy. Polished wood tables, bentwood chairs, and candlelight create a soft, intimate glow, while the walls are anchored by a striking print from John James Audubon’s Birds of America—specifically, Plate 217: Louisiana Heron. This exquisite illustration—delicate in form and poised in presence—is more than décor; it echoes the restaurant’s spirit: graceful, locally rooted, and quietly elevated.

And while the food and ambiance were exceptional, it was Amya’s warm, gracious service that truly made the experience memorable. She was intuitive and kind, attentive without ever interrupting the rhythm of the evening—a rare and welcome gift.

Eliza is the kind of place that understands what makes a meal linger in your memory: not just what’s on the plate, but how it’s served, where it’s enjoyed, and the thoughtful touch behind it all.

We can’t wait to return.“

“Whoever is boiling them crawfish knows what they’re doing! Fresh, seasoned, hot, and so gooooddd! Will definitely be coming back.“

“Outstanding in all aspects! We got to town a little late & stopped in just for a lite bite & drinks. The oysters, black and blue tips & wine were so wonderful we returned after business the next night to try more. Round 2 included the Feta Whipped Brussels, Creole French dip & Duck + Butter beans. Again everything was fantastic!! Thank you to Brian, Sadie, Seth & everyone for the wonderful service & evening 🍷🥂😘“

“Best In Baton Rouge Hands Down!!!!!!!“

“My husband and I have been going to Stabs in Central for many years. We normally go on Sunday for brunch (because of babysitter availability) but we were able to go for dinner last night to celebrate our anniversary. When I tell you the flat iron steak we had was 100% PERFECT, I’m not exaggerating. Temp was perfect. Cut was perfect. Flavor was perfect. French onion soup was perfect. Thank you, David, Kori and everyone else who played a hand in our most recent experience. Y’all are amazing!!“