Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Baton Rouge

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Updated June 05, 2025

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St Francisville Inn & Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1713)

$50 and over

American

Saint Francisville

About the restaurant

The Saint Restaurant & Bar within The St. Francisville Inn prides itself on its culinary offerings. We hand cut steaks in-house and serve the best crab cakes this side of the Mason-Dixon Line. Our curated wine inventory is one of the best in the region.

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Pat

Dined 4 days ago

Superb service, charming setting, great food and welcoming staff!!

Cecelia Creole Bistro

4.9

4.9 (637)

$31 to $50

Creole

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

The only place to get true Creole food is in Louisiana, or at least in someone from Louisiana’s kitchen. Come reste un peu (stay awhile) to downtown Baton Rouge and visit Chef Mark Reilly's Creole kitchen.

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Candace

Dined 3 days ago

The service was great. Fun vibe, very clean and the food was absolutely delicious. We had the fried green tomato appetizer and I had the trout special. Highly recommend. So much fun for a date night out! Going back soon on a girls night.

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4.8

4.8 (1349)

$31 to $50

Creole

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

The Carriage House Restaurant is now open for Lunch and Dinner. Reservations are highly recommend.

The Carriage House Restaurant at Houmas House and Gardens offers a more casual dining experience in one of the most beautiful Dining Rooms in America. Whether dining at our 40 foot long grand dining room table, or an intimate table for two, our style is Comfortable and Southern. Our menu is a collection of Classic Southern Dishes, with twists to make them our very own.

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Brittany

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Kacie was excellent in securing a large dining table for my party. She rapidly responded to emails! Parker’s service was absolutely wonderful. All of my guests enjoyed themselves and I felt very special celebrating my birthday here!

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Baton Rouge

5.0

5 (3319)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Baton Rouge serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented to you sizzling hot. At Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Baton Rouge you can always enjoy New Orleans-inspired cuisine, aged USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and incredible homemade desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list and served with Southern hospitality in an elegant, yet comfortable atmosphere. Ruth's Chris never fails to please!

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LindaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Always a very enjoyable experience. Food, service excellent. One of our favorite places!!!

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4.6

4.6 (212)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Nestled under the historic Perkins Road Overpass in a former airplane hangar, The Colonel's Club is an elevated neighborhood restaurant and lounge voted "Best New Restaurant" in the 2025 Best of 225 awards. The menu showcases Southern and American favorites with a worldly twist, paired with timeless cocktails. The atmosphere is swanky not stuffy—nostalgic yet modern, with thoughtfully designed spaces that invite you to linger. Offering a variety of shareable hors d'oeuvres, fresh salads, and craveable sandwiches, alongside a selection of pasta, fish, and meat entrees. Finish your meal with dessert and a premium espresso. Start or end your night in our piano lounge, and enjoy handcrafted cocktails and extensive wine offerings by the fire. Dress up or come as you are—the only requirement is that you have a great time! Located in the heart of the vibrant Overpass Merchants District, The Colonel’s Club is just minutes from LSU and downtown Baton Rouge. A world away, right down the street.

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Susan

Dined 6 days ago

Great food and decor. It was a little loud, but not unbearable. Our waiter was wonderful and very attentive! It seemed like the portions of food varied too much, though. Also, a paved parking lot would be a giant improvement. Regardless, still a very cool place we will happily return to!

Supper Club BTR

4.8

4.8 (298)

$50 and over

American

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Supper Club elevates the traditional steakhouse with a creative twist, blending chophouse classics with innovative flair. Our globally sourced, premium ingredients bring a taste of the world’s culinary best to Baton Rouge, offering an indulgence rare and revered. Our hand-crafted cocktails and sophisticated ambiance set the stage for unforgettable evenings.
Enjoy our meticulously curated dining experience by reservation only, or cozy up to the bar on a first-come basis. Dress code is strictly enforced.
See you soon.

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Courtney

Dined 2 days ago

It was a amazing experience, great food, great service.

Ruffino's

4.7

4.7 (2470)

$50 and over

Steak

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Ruffino's -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant is an experience in food and atmosphere like no others. From the time you walk in and see the wood-burning stove aflame to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's face, you will have goosebumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank-baked Catch or our mouth watering Prime cut steaks, the menu is diverse for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this the ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. It's where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate Life!

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Cindy

Dined 2 days ago

Our 47th Anniversary dinner was wonderful. We had a great meal and were able to reminisce somewhat with close family as well. THANKS again to the Ruffino's staff for a memorable evening!

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4.8

4.8 (130)

$31 to $50

Italian

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Welcome to Nino's, a cozy restaurant that has been a beloved part of the community for over 15 years. Our commitment to quality and tradition is evident in every dish we serve. We pride ourselves on making all our pasta and breads from scratch, using time-honored techniques and the quality ingredients.

At Nino's, we believe in the importance of local and seasonal products. Our menu reflects the bounty of each season, with ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers whenever possible.

Under the leadership of Chef Jon Devillier, we offer a culinary experience that celebrates rich flavors and meticulous craftsmanship. Chef Devillier's passion for fine cuisine and dedication to excellence shine through in every dish, creating a dining experience that is both memorable and delicious.

Join us at Nino's and indulge in the true taste of exceptional dining, right here in your community.

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DavidVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great meal, service and ambiance as usual. Highly recommend!

Eliza

4.8

4.8 (594)

$30 and under

Creole

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Founded in 2016, Eliza Restaurant & Bar is a cozy contemporary Creole restaurant serving local Louisiana food. After many years spent working in the hospitality industry in New Orleans, Russell & Sally Davis set out to open a simple concept in the Baton Rouge market - a scratch kitchen featuring Creole classics using fresh and local ingredients - all served with an abundance of genuine Southern hospitality.

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AnnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

I am addicted to your fried catfish, but I tried the big salad you make with the buttermilk dressing. It was wonderful. I can't wait to order that again. I like a lot of things on the menu. Great variety of good things.

City Pork Brasserie & Bar

4.8

4.8 (498)

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Inspired by old-world cuisine which emphasized a handcrafted approach, City Pork Brasserie & Bar produces scratch-made goods in small batches ensuring proper care and attention to detail. All of our house meats are either slow-roasted, braised or smoked imparting unique and bold flavors to our sandwiches. We also combine this approach to our starters, salads and plates which feature local fare from rabbit, duck, to fresh fish. We have an interactive open kitchen as well as a unique charcuterie & cheese bar where guests can dine. Our goal is simply to provide customers with great-tasting, made-from-scratch food from a creative, evolving and seasonal-driven menu.

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Aaron Antonio

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

The food was very good. Also price vs value. I’ll recommend it.

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