La Contea Italiano Ristorante

Name: La Contea Italiano Ristorante
Address: 7970 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, 70809
Telephone: (225) 726-7903
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

651 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Live Music Every Weekend!
Family Owned and Operated
About the Owner: Mr. Kulici is currently pursuing his professional career here in Louisiana. After 25 years he has devoted an exasperating amount of time and creativity to the art of food and hospitality. Consistency and culinary drive sets his goals to constant expansion and entrepreneur opportunities that are currently unfolding here in Louisiana. LaContea Italian Restaurant has now been open since February of 2017. The modern Italian ambiance and cuisine is touched with elements of traditionalism and flavor that brings more nuance to the idea of comfort Italian food.
Mr. Kulici just released his most recent updated seasonal menu as of November 2023.
With over 170 different wines to choose from, LaContea is constantly expanding its repertoire to create a masterpiece selection that truly has something for everyone and features service bar with classic brands and local distributions alike.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:45 pm
Phone number
(225) 726-7903
Website
http://www.laconteabr.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Alfredo Kulici
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (225) 726-7903

Location
7970 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Neighborhood
Baton Rouge
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Special Entertainment and Musical Stylings
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday and Saturday 6:00 to 9:00. Come enjoy a wide variety of musical stylings that take us down memory lane. Pair the melodic sounds of our artists with a lush cocktail or velvety full-bodied wine. We look forward to serving you.

Popular dishes

What 651 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Value
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Hot spot
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Neighborhood gem
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Best Overall
Baton Rouge
Best Food
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Best Service
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Hot spot
Baton Rouge
Neighborhood gem
Baton Rouge
Great for fine wines
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651 Reviews

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SteveC
Memphis/West TN
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience4
Second time visiting and wasn't disappointed. Natalie was very gracious and helpful. Food was excellent and served at the right temperature. Recommend going when they have entertainment on the weekends. Unfortunately they didn't have it on our Saturday night after Thanksgiving. Definitely will be back!
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BruceM
Baton Rouge
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food2service4ambience4
This was an off night for the restaurant, and I'm sure they were doing their best. Here were some items that stood out: rolls, normally a big plus for this restaurant, were dried up entrees lukewarm when served chicken marsala featured flattened, rubbery slabs of chicken limited seating choices away from crying child OTOH, salmon was tasty. Salad crisp, soup delish, attentive service, nice finish with birthday surprise
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Exquisite
New Orleans
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently good! We love the ambience and impeccable service we always receive when we dine at La Contea. Alex took wonderful care of us and made sure my birthday dinner was excellent.
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AliMin
New Orleans
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience, the food was delicious and the service was outstanding. We had our drinks firsts, my husband insists on enjoying his drink before placing his food order, the server (I wish I could remember her name) was perfect. No rushing and came to check on us in perfectly timed intervals. We were there 3 hours and never felt rushed once. Food was superb, I highly recommend La Contea to all my friends and family and will definitely go back soon. A personal issue ... we were seated next to the piano bar and my husband has problems hearing when there is loud background noise. Piano was great, but too loud for my husband. We know now to request a table away from the piano bar. I'm sure if we had asked to move they would have accommodated our request. This is a personal issue and nothing to do with the quality of the restaurant.
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AliceW
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Shannon, our Waitress was awesome! The food was delicious, and they all made it very special for Frank and I Anniversary!
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MelanieK
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful evening with Shannon our waitress. She was so fun and kept us laughing and happy with our drinks! Everything we had to eat was delicious, from the calamari and cheese bread, lobster La contrea, tour of italy, and filet. We have been coming here for years and have always have a great experience. I have to give props to the entertainment, great singer that made the ambiance a lot of fun.
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Ashley
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took me a while to find this little gem but needles to say it was amazing, food was delicious!
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JIMBO
Mississippi
200 reviews
vip
5.0
200 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, staff and service! Thanks again!
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BradG
Orlando
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Went a few months ago and was perfect. Last night not as good food quality. Appetizers were very good. Dinner 3/4 good. Cookie dessert was not good. Wine selection excellent. Maybe just an off night.
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RetiredBanker
New Orleans
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Sara was a very attentive waitress as was the manager. Our meal was good and prices were acceptable for value. Only suggestion is the restaurant is a bit dark.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Loved the live music. Singer was great. Will definitely go back.
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PatM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood Italian restaurant! Outstanding food, friendly and efficient wait staff. Even a singer who was truly terrific! Great value and variety of foods, for those who may not like typical Italian food. Wonderful classic Italian dishes, too. Definitely will go back!
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HiFiver
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and drinks...nice music on the weekend...happy hour til 6pm...love this place
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PaulK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was prepared quickly. Bread served was hot and olive oil for dipping was good. Received an Anniversary dessert as well.
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KenB
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining at La Contea and will definitely be back. The food was very good and I’m looking forward to trying more of the menu.
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CMC1
New Orleans
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and a friendly staff! Also great music and singer!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always food and service was wonderful. Great place for girls night out or date night.
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Roverall
New Orleans
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great date night spot! Live music and great food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Contea has become a favorite of mine over the last few years. Food, service and ambiance are all excellent. Worst thing about going there is deciding which delicious meal to get.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Fabulous experience. Really enjoyed our anniversary!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Unspecified
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at Lacontea and everything was wonderful.Great food and service. Restaurant has very welcoming feeling.
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TerriK
New Orleans
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time we’ve eaten at La Contea but we will be back. The ambience, wait staff, followup, wine selection, and food were all excellent. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always great. On Saturday nights when they have live music it’s lively and fun atmosphere. Sunday evenings it’s usually more subdued and quiet.
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MiketheTiger
Baton Rouge
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and Lisa gave us outstanding service. This restaurant is a quiet gem that has it all.
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FrequentEater
New York Area
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The bruschetta and Arancini were great. The red sauce on the Arancini was perfect. The salads were fresh and crisp. Pan seared grouper was a little overcooked, but the sauce was phenomenally good. the osso buco was huge and perfectly cooked. Great sauce. The lobster contea was good , but the seafood was a little overcooked. The pink sauce was great. All the sauces were very, very good. I wanted more sauce on all the dishes. Will be back.
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SarilynJ
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great experience. Amazing food. Waiter was very attentive
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JordanHefler
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time dining here and I brought my parents for Mother's Day. It was a hit! We really enjoyed every dish and found that it was a great value considering how delicious the food was and how nice the atmosphere of the restaurant was. I will definitely go back again!
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KimK
New Orleans
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delicious food and exceptional service. Love it!!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
all the employees were very attentive but there was an older lady who was very annoying and made us feel uncomfortable
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Live music added to the good evening.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely, a hidden jule. Great ambient and the best of service. The food was excellent.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful evening at Lacontea. Food was superb and the service as well. We took our time with the dinner and enjoyed ourselves without being rushed. This is our new favorite Italian restaurant. Thank you
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience1
We walked in and the woman at the front desk looked annoyed we were there. No greeting like I usually receive from front desk staff at restaurants. She then handed us over to a woman who walked us to our table, who was equally rude and cold. Very unprofessional and off putting. Our waiter was kind, but service was lackluster. The decor is dated and feels like an old folks home. Overall the ambiance was one star, the wine glasses were way too heavy and thick, and table decor was very cheap. We wont be returning. The management needs to to a revamp on this place, as it was a very underwhelming experience. Staff was very uninspired. Do not recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience3
The ambience was split; on the one hand you have a singer doing excellent classic 50's and 60's Italian songs (Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra) but then the restaurant didn't look or feel Italian. Maybe because it is in a strip mall; it looked more stark modern but had no Italian feel. For some that might be perfect; my experience is that really great Italian restaurants have that Italian look and feel. The drinks were excellent; Blackberry Whiskey and Strawberry Prosecco. The appetizer was a lobster dip with corn chips. The dip itself was delicious; the corn chips were round and likely store-bought. Corn chips at an Italian restaurant just doesn't make sense; it didn't enhance the flavor of the lobster dip; in my opinion the chips overwhelmed any lobster flavor in the dip. Toasted pita chips or toasted Italian bread slices would come off as more authentic. The Sensation salads were good but not exceptional in any way. The entrees were great. The Seafood Fra Diavolo was spicy and full of juicy grilled chicken, shrimp and clams (with shells) on thin noodles. The Lobster La Contea had lots of lobster claw meat and large ravioli in a delicious red sauce. Overall I enjoyed the food and experience and will continue to patronize La Contea.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience3
Those welcoming at the door appeared to be disgruntled; did not feel like the AC was on until we left. Our waitress was very nice and attentive; the management came by and it’s our fault, we did not express our dissatisfaction. The wine was very good! The fried cheese appetizer was good. The food was very bland. We wanted to be pleased, just completely didn’t happen. We will not return.
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Meat
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Service was good, it's a nice atmosphere, disappointed with the meal...charged us for butter...+1.50... plus was charged more for the House Wine which was listed at $5.00 on menu during Happy Hour but paid $8.00...combination of things, would not go back
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! We asked our server her recommendations and ended up ordering what she suggested. We were very happy with our service and food.
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JimO
Baton Rouge
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came for Italian but ordered seafood. Was not disappointed.
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Loganpass
New Orleans
37 reviews
2.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall2food3service5ambience4
Our server, Billy Ray, was excellent. The KITCHEN was VERY slow (Easter Sunday) and apparently overwhelmed. We waited a LONG time for our meal after drinks and appetizer.
La Contea Italiano RistoranteResponded on April 13, 2023
Hello, We did want to follow up and make sure that you know we are being diligent in looking into this situation with the information provided. We did speak with your server and looked into his section in our computer system for that particular afternoon. Based on the reservations we noted in his section, all dining experiences were completed from start to finish in approximately an hour and a half, as expected on a dining service. We look forward to serving you again in the future. Thank you.
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LexusASK
Baton Rouge
68 reviews
vip
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Aside from the restaurant having good food, it is such a pleasure to hear Jim Saadi perform. I love his selections and his voice is terrific.
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FAQs

La Contea Italiano Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Contea Italiano Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (225) 726-7903.

La Contea Italiano Ristorante is rated 4.9 stars by 651 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Contea Italiano Ristorante

7970 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Additional information

Neighborhood
Baton Rouge
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:45 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alfredo Kulici
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.laconteabr.com/
Phone number
(225) 726-7903
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (225) 726-7903

La Contea Italiano Ristorante

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Offers

Special Entertainment and Musical Stylings

Popular dishes

Fried Calamari

Seafood Risotto

Lasagna

Menu

What 651 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does La Contea Italiano Ristorante offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is La Contea Italiano Ristorante restaurant rated?

Is La Contea Italiano Ristorante currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information