17 Best Southern Restaurants in Baton Rouge

Ruby Slipper Brunch • $
3535 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Sweet Heat Chicken \u0026 French Toast Bites
Friend Catfish and Grits with a Tasso Sauce
Sweet Heat Chicken & French Toast Bites
White Chocolate Bread Pudding Pancakes
Sweet Heat Chicken French Toast Bites
Biscuit with Cane Syrup Butter
Classic Brioche French Toast
Chicken St Charles Benedict
Creamy Vanilla Iced Coffee
Bananas Foster French Toast

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

4.7 Superb952 Reviews
Bergeron's City Market Southern • $
8200 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp Fried Catfish Shrimp Creole Seafood Gumbo Crawfish Pie
Grilled Chicken with Quinoa and Fresh Tossed Salad
Fried Catfish & Fried Shrimp Plate
Fried Shrimp Fish and Shrimp Pasta
Strawberry Shortcake
Fried Catfish Dinner
Chicken Fried Steak
Shrimp & Crab Pasta
Red Beans and Rice
Sensation Salad

“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“

4.9 Superb137 Reviews
Cecelia Creole Bistro Cajun/Creole • $$
421 N 3rd St Suite B, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

White Chocolate \u0026 Blueberry Bread Pudding
Jerk Fried Chicken with Red Beans and Rice
White Chocolate & Blueberry Bread Pudding
Skillet Cornbread with Cinnamon Butter
Sweet Chili Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Tasso \u0026 Corn Maque Choux
Sweet \u0026 Spicy Alligator
Sweet & Spicy Alligator
Jerk-Glazed Pork Shank
Sweet Spicy Alligator

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

4.6 Superb612 Reviews
SoLou Baton Rouge American • $$
2112 Perkins Palm Ave, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Mascarponestuffed French Toast
Crab and Brie Grilled Cheese
Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Charred Brussels Sprouts
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Chicken \u0026 Waffle
Chicken Fried Chicken
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Shrimp \u0026 Grits

“SoLou has great food and awesome service! Safiya was the best server ever and took time to really talk to us. She made great recommendations and we were super impressed. Overall great experience eating here for the first time while visiting for the weekend!“

4.5 Superb1062 Reviews
The New Ethel's Snack Shack Southern • $
1553 Fairchild St, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Baked Turkey Wing with Rice and Gravy Mustard Greens Yams
Red Beans w Rice Fried Pork Chops
Chicken Basket with Fries
Smothered Pork Chops
Side of Potato Salad
Baked Chicken
Fish Sandwich
Peach Cobbler
Turkey Wings

“Best Soul Food in town !!“

4.8 Superb67 Reviews
Mason's Grill American • $
13556 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Award Winning Bloody Mary House Specialty
Chicken & Waffle with One Egg
Ribeye Steak & Egg Breakfast
Boudin Stuffed Onion Rings
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Banging Shrimp Burger
Stuffed French Toast
Cajun Shrimp Burger
Sweet Potato Fries
Smothered Chicken

“We had brunch at Mason’s today. Food was amazing. Service was perfect. Highly recommend!“

4.2 Good468 Reviews
Eliza Restaurant Cocktail Bar • $$
7970 Jefferson Hwy j, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Kid's Fried Catfish with Your Choice of Side & Drink Recommended for Children Under 12
Crispy Catfish & Crawfish Étouffée
Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Fried Seafood Platter
Pimento Cheese Balls
Crawfish Spinach Dip
Fried Fish Sandwich
Eliza House Salad
Eliza Crab Cakes

“A Celiac-Friendly Gem in Baton Rouge.
On a one-way road trip June 13, my son and I stopped at Eliza Restaurant & Bar. We were staying the night in Baton Rouge and AI had called out Eliza as one of the better local cuisine restaurants with GF options. Walking in without a reservation, the hostess kindly found us a table—an unexpected courtesy that made us feel both lucky and welcome (making a reservation is highly recommended, I saw 3 others walk-ins turned away).

The real highlight was how incredibly celiac-friendly this place is. I enjoyed some of the best hush puppies I’ve had—fried perfectly in a dedicated gluten-free fryer. I had the Corn Fried Local Seafood (Gulf Shrimp, catfish, crawfish hush puppies and string fries) The food was flavorful and authentic, and without feeling oily at all. Our server, Morgan, was fantastic in walking us through all the safe options for celiacs. If I were a local, I’d be a regular here. Highly Recommend. Only regret is I live in WA state and won’t likely be back anytime soon. Great place!“

4.5 Superb427 Reviews
Parrain's Seafood Restaurant Seafood • $$
3225 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Crawfish Crabmeat & Andouille Pasta
Shrimp Crawfish \u0026 Crabmeat Pasta
Crawfish Etouffee and 1 2 Fried Tails
Shrimp Crawfish \u0026 Crab Pasta
Half and Half Etouffee and Tails
Fried Seafood Platter and Gumbo
Andouille Encrusted Fresh Fish
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Crabmeat Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab and Crawfish Au Gratin

“I had their Shrimp Poboy dish with some Seafood Gumbo & EVERYTHING was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was very relaxing and inviting. As well, I really admired the décor. 👍👍“

4.4 Superb995 Reviews
Lizzie's Restaurant | Breakfast • Lunch Southern • $
8436 Tom Dr, Baton Rouge

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

4.8 Superb55 Reviews
The Chimes American • $$
3357 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp with Fries and Hush Puppies
Red Beans \u0026 Rice with Sausage
Spinach \u0026 Artichoke Dip
Charbroiled Catfish Platter
Fried Gator Sauce Piquant
Blackened Chicken Alfredo
Duck \u0026 Sausage Gumbo
Oysters on the Half Shell
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Blackened Grilled Gator

“Big shoutout to our amazing waitress Grace! 🙌 She was super sweet, attentive, and made sure everything about our evening was perfect from start to finish. Her energy and kindness made the whole experience so much better — you can tell she truly cares about her guests 💛. If you go, definitely ask for Grace — she’s the best! 👏🍽️✨“

4.4 Superb598 Reviews
Crawford's Restaurant Seafood • $
1980 Staring Ln, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Fried Catfish and Shrimp Platter Potato Salad Green Salad French Bread
AYCE Shrimp and Catfish Platter
Fried Catfish Shrimp Platter
Grilled Fish and Shrimp
Crawford's Fish Basket
Seafood Combo Dinner
Country Fried Steak
Crawfish Etouffee
Chicken Tenders
Mashed Potatoes

“Love Crawfords my favorite place! Best service Alex and Angel when I get there I feel so special. They know just what I like. The cooks r great! I'm picky they cook it just like I like it . Just tell them what u like and they can do it! lol didn't forget Ken and Karen and Corey and Brandi the family they r the best! I could go on and on. u will just have to go check it out urself. Can u tell i just love everything about the place!“

4.6 Superb253 Reviews
Poor Boy Lloyd's Southern • $
201 Florida St, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Crawfish Etouffee with Black-Eyed Peas
Shrimp Poboy Onion Rings Gumbo
Alligator Sausage PO Boy
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Side of Onion Rings
Red Beans and Rice
Crawfish Poorboy
Shrimp Poor Boy
Turkey Sandwich
Seafood Platter

“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!!!“

4.1 Good286 Reviews
Piccadilly Southern • $
3332 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Broccoli Rice Casserole
Sunday Breakfast Buffet
Fried Catfish Dinner
Southern Fried Fish
Buttermilk Pancakes
Chicken Fried Steak
Rotisserie Chicken
Turkey with Gravy
Macaroni & Cheese

“Tasty food pleasent place“

4.1 Good206 Reviews
Chow Main Southern • $
501 Main St, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Fountain Drink
Taiwanese Beef
Hot Chicken
Fries

“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!“

4.2 Good67 Reviews
Comfort Foods Block,LLC Southern •
3636 Webb Dr, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Fries

“The food was soo delicious I enjoyed this is a hidden gem 💎 in Baton Rouge. I had a T- Bone steak, loaded potatoes with shrimp. I also had shrimp pasta and 2 slices of peach cobbler cheese cake. This was the best food I had ever. This meal has made this Father’s Day very special and comfy. Steak was very juicy and well seasoned this meal was A-1 so if y’all in the Baton Rouge area definitely check it out and get you some delicious food🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯“

5 Superb2 Reviews
Hannah Q Smokehouse Barbeque • $
4808 Government St, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

2 Meat Platter with Cheese Grits & Pulled Pork Beans
Brisket and Ribs 2 Meat Plate Pressure
Smoked Brisket Plate Lunch Special
Kids Brisket Sandwich \u0026 Q's
Sweet Potato Casserole
Side Smoked Gouda Mac
Loaded Potato Salad
Smoked Brisket Mac
Brisket Quesadillas
Brisket Egg Rolls

“Our trip here was great! We are out of town in Louisiana and we chose here out of all the other bbq places and it did not disappoint. The service was great and the employees were so kind and polite and welcoming. We loved all of our food especially the pulled pork and curly fries. The barbecue mix was delicious. If you are in town in LA choose here because we for sure will be coming back next time we are here.“

4.4 Superb326 Reviews
City Pork Jefferson Brasseries • $$
7327 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

Customers` Favorites

Pork Debris Spring Rolls
City Pork Bread Pudding
City Pork BBQ Platter
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Pork Belly Hoagie
Charcuterie Plate
Wild Boar Flautas
Baby Back Ribs
Brisket Nachos

“We absolutely loved this place! This is our favorite place we have tried in Baton Rouge! Every thing we tried had a unique flavor combination! The bread pudding with salted caramel gelato was AMAZING! So was the appetizer and omelet! The staff was the nicest and most relaxing dining experience we have had in Baton Rouge !“

4.5 Superb337 Reviews