46 Best Southern Restaurants in Baton Rouge

“Highly recommended! This place is great!“

“loved everything we had food that's actually has flavor and spices not hot yet spice loved it will go back worth the ride from St. John“

“Welcoming and helpful waitress, Ashley, greets you when you walk in.“

“Best Soul Food in town !!“

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

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

“Love Mason’s! The food, owners and staff are all awesome!“

“Fried catfish!! So good! Super friendly folks!!“

“Tasty food pleasent place“

“The owner was so kind. The food was soo good and well seasoned. We baught the fried fish plate with shrimp fried rice. Omg so much flavor and fish cooked to order and it's wild caught! Not that farm raised fish! Would definitely recommend for weekday lunch spot!“

“The staff was really friendly and the food was excellent. Ordered it to go and the wait was not long at all. Definitely recommend them when you're in Baton Rouge!!!“

“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.“

“Only place I will eat southern food! So close to home cooking I was raised on 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Absolutely surprised. Great service, great bartenders, appetizer of lamb lollipops was so good we ordered three extra. Redfish was really great. We will be back soon“

“vraiment très bon restaurant .“

“5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brunch Perfection! City Pork Brasserie & Bar delivered an outstanding brunch experience. The food was full of flavor—every dish was delicious and clearly made with care. Service was excellent from start to finish: friendly, attentive, and efficient. The atmosphere was lively but relaxed, making it the perfect place to enjoy a weekend meal with friends or family. Highly recommend for brunch—you will not be disappointed!“

“I don’t know if anyone reads anything from this site but I wanted to post a rave for the Baton Rouge location. My mom was transferred into hospice care on the day I ate at your restaurant. It was a horrible day until the nicest server/waitress I have ever had sat us down. She couldn’t have known what we were going through or how much she brightened our day. She was pregnant, I know that. Otherwise I don’t remember her name. One of those days I guess. She just had this light about her and when she smiled Everything seemed a little better. I think God put her there at that moment. Hopefully she will be there the next time we go. But if not I was posting this to tell her thankyou for being you. And good luck with your pregnancy. You are going to be an awesome mom. You are full of light and love. May God bless you abundantly.“

“Incredible people, great service. We had called in a catering order to the wrong location and within less than an hour they were able to accommodate us. 35 lbs of meat plus a large jambalaya tray... AMAZING!!! They even gave us a ton of different sauces AND helped bring it out to the car! We're so appreciative of you guys 💕“

“Excellent food and even greater service!“

“Food/service was outstanding! Party of 12, no problem!“

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

“I would highly recommend Bullfish Bar & Kitchen! We had the beef oxtail with white rice and cabbage. It was delicious. Very well seasoned. Our service was great. The owner even came check on us to see how was our experience. I will definitely be going again.“

“Delicious food and awesome customer service. You really need to try the hashbrowns. If you are in the area for breakfast or lunch, be sure to stop in. You will not regret.“

“Double house salad with blackened chicken… Enough said!“

“My son and his prom date picked spoke and hub for dinner before the big dance. We brought them downtown to take pictures so we went to eat as well but asked to be separated bc we were there but didmt want to intrude. The staff were attentive, funny, and helpful. They made sure both tables were on one check and helped us play a small prank on our son. We had a blast and will definitely be back!!“

“We tried Cou-Yon’s today! The food was amazing. We each had the baked potato with fish and shrimp and crawfish etouffee! Dessert was blackberry cobbler and bread pudding. Will definitely be going back.“

“The chicken and ribs are good, but the corn grits are the 💣“

“Crawfish is very good , not overwhelming spicy , has a nice kick to it & seasoned well. I was skeptical at first but I had a feeling I wasn’t gonna be disappointed . Didn’t have any boiled meat , but hopefully they have done next weekend so I can try !“

“10/10“

“After hearing about the fresh chef kitchen through a mutual friend, I could finally drive up and get some of the prepped meals to try. The food is the best! Ideally, they are put together and significant portions. Suppose you are into portion control and local. I highly recommend these guys. I will make the drive up every time I can get there!“

“Only place I will eat southern food! So close to home cooking I was raised on 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“It was delicious! As always“

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

“If you want some great deals on seafood, you need to go there. If you love good boiled food, you need to go there, unless you don't do spicy, otherwise give them a try. They also sale live crawfish. They are only takeout, so if you are looking for a place with good seafood that you can pick up and go home, try NOLA Cajun Seafood.“

“Best grilled cheese, and many other specials that are so delicious!! Loved when they were on LSU campus during lunch time, everyone got their food. Always craving it, owner is super sweet and helpful, they are all hard workers and couldn't be any better!“

“Food and service was excellent.“

“Locals say it’s not the same. Great food to me“

“I really enjoyed my timed I knew if I got out of a situation with every anticipation of myself being charming I would get what I want.

Kid-friendliness: I didn't bring any kids so it was a dazzling feat for me.

Parking: I pulled up in a u haul and got to business in the parking lot.“

“I recommend Everything about this Mike Anderson’s, from the superb service to the food and atmosphere. The gentleman at the front is so friendly and genuine, and NICOLE is the best waitress I’ve ever had, she’s a doll!“

“Fun casino, lots of games. Good prices in games and food. Fun environment and good rewards system.“

“I love their food and their gift store. Have a lot of old antiques. Also cute and cool stuff in the gift store. I love looking at so many new things. Also the old antiques and decorations in the restaurant. I recommend coming here and for anyone to come here to eat and go to their gift store.“

“Highly recommended! This place is great!“

“para mí la calidad de mucho guisados y ensaladas y postres y muy caliente y fresco y la atención muy excelente y sobre todo la limpieza y los felicito a todos el personal que Dios les bendiga siempre 🙏“

“A little pricey, but good food and portion sizes. The Grits and Grillade platter was filling and flavorful. Bathrooms are decorated with a rural, slapdash decor which was somewhat unsettling. Location of the restaurant is set back from the road in a strip mall so it can be slightly difficult to locate.“