New Orleans / Louisiana French Restaurants

Located in the heart of downtown Monroe in one of the oldest buildings in the city, Restaurant Cotton has the atmosphere of a simpler, more honest time. Executive chef, Cory Bahr, prides himself in being an innovator of unique and delicious food that exhibits his Louisiana Delta roots and allows his personality to influence every dish. Accompanied by chef de cuisine, Spencer Serrette, and sous chef, Seth Blankenship, Chef Bahr has mastered the art of creative southern cuisine. With nightly food and drink specials, it is guaranteed that there will be something new to try with every trip to Restaurant Cotton. Chef Bahr shows his appreciation and passion for authentic Louisiana cuisine by always using the freshest and most local ingredients in every dish that he prepares. Restaurant Cotton is proud to be a part of the revitalization of downtown Monroe and we invite you to join us as we support our beautiful city and the seasoned talent of our very own Chef Cory Bahr.

French Market Bistro offers fine dining in an intimate casual setting. Signature menu favorites include our Eggplant Camelia, Santa Maria Crab Cakes, and our Chicken Caper just to name a few. Our Award-Winning soup, Cream of Brie and Crabmeat, is always a perfect start to any meal. Fresh grilled fish, sizzling USDA Prime Steaks, unique specials and salads are also common cravings amongst the guests at the Bistro. Let our in-house wine specialist help you choose the perfect bottle of wine from our extensive list of over 165 different wines including boutique wines and other rare finds. Or, cozy up to one of the most exclusive full service bars in town for a martini and dinner. You can also keep up with sporting events on one of 3 flat screen TVs throughout the restaurant. French Market Bistro is the perfect place for date night or family night, and is always kid-friendly. We look forward to providing you with an exceptional dining experience.

MANSURS on the BOULEVARD has been a Baton Rouge tradition for over 21 years. Our cuisine is true to Louisiana, and it is combined with a Contemporary French flare. We have a full service lounge area complete with a beautiful mahogany bar for more casual dining and a nightly pianist in the main dining area for a more intimate atmosphere. Our menu serves the largest selection of fresh fish in Baton Rouge, as well as delicious steaks, seafood & our acclaimed Duck Mansur. Local favorites are our famous Charbroiled Oysters, grilled before your eyes behind the bar, and our Cedar Roasted Redfish. Whether you are looking for the casual night out, an intimate dinner, or a formal/business private gathering, MANSURS on the BOULEVARD is the place for you. Contact us directly if you have any special requests or questions in general. Cheers!

Baton Rouge's newest hotspot, Blend, is the brainchild of business partners Sean Malone and Andy Blouin, as well as Mike Labat. At Blend, we want to create an atmosphere that blends exceptional wines, exquisite tastes and freshly-mixed specialty cocktails, with great company. Our eclectic architectural designs of wooden beams and exposed brick with modern touches create an atmosphere that is perfect for an evening out, finishing a business meeting, or a celebratory event. We hope you will try one of the bottled boutique wines paired with one of Chef Scott Love's featured menu items, or perhaps just dessert and a cocktail. Whatever you choose, we are certain that our stellar service and fantastic atmosphere will keep you wanting more.

Like Benjamin Franklin once said, "Wine makes daily living easier, less hurried, with fewer tensions and more tolerance." We sure hope you have a glass with us.