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Ruffino’s on the River, Lafayette, LA

Ruffino’s on the River

4.7 (2014)
$31 to $50
Steak
921 Camellia Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70508

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Ruffino's on the River is a -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant and an experience in Food and Atmosphere like no others. Located in Lafayette, La. From the time you walk in and see the wood burning stove aflame, to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's faces, you will have goose bumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. The scenes of the gorgeous Vermilion River where our outdoor patio looks over is breath taking. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank baked Redfish or our mouth watering Prime cut Steaks, the menu is diversive for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this this ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. I where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Cliff Wright.....Food Czar
  • Catering
    You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
  • Private party facilities
    Make Ruffino's on the River your choice for birthday's, anniversaries, speaker programs, rehearsal dinners or business meetings. We can accommodate private parties up to 100 guests in a variety of settings.
  • Private party contact
    Leah Mellem: (337) 706-7333
  • Neighborhood
    Lafayette
  • Cross street
    Between Kaliste Saloom and Johnston St. right by bridge
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Solarium

    Multiple dates available
    *The Solarium CANNOT be guaranteed due to the potential booking of a Private Party.* Covered and enclosed patio that is temperature controlled and has several floor to ceiling windows, skylights and a view of the river. Same fabulous food and service.

Private dining

What 2,014 people are saying

Ruffino’s on the River reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Great for scenic views

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Steak

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Most Booked

  • Lafayette

    Best Overall

  • Lafayette

    Best Food

  • Lafayette

    Best Service

  • Lafayette

    Best Ambiance

  • Lafayette

    Best Value

  • Lafayette

    Good for groups

  • Lafayette

    Good for special occasions

  • Lafayette

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruffino's on the River offers a memorable dining experience with "amazing food" and "phenomenal drinks." Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "professional" staff. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere and breathtaking river views make it an ideal spot for special occasions. Highlights include "cotton candy surprises" and "delicious appetizers like burrata with sundried tomatoes."
2,014 Reviews
  1. Lilla

    Key West / Florida Keys1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Steven our host was very professional and courteous. Excellent food quality, burrata with sundried tomatoes and the blue crab gnocchi were excellent appetizers. The highlight of our dinner was when 6 different servers came to our table and placed the dinner plate in front of us at the same time! Small but meaningful gesture went a long way.

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  2. Elizabeth

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    They were extremely understaffed for Father’s Day. They got the temp wrong on the veal chop order and although they made it right, each time we were ready for drinks or to order, we were watching our server try to juggle too many tables and then he came over stressed and rushed. We normally get much better service there!

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  3. Nancy VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our water and bread server, Donovan was excellent. Very attentive and personable.

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  4. Tim

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always we are never disappointed. Food was amazing and the service was on point.

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  5. ELIZABETH

    New Orleans / Louisiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our two waiters, Payton (can’t remember the others), we so attentive and excellent!

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  6. Adam

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service used to be excellent. We were regular’s. Seems to slid back a bit.

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  7. GREG

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for our anniversary. It was the right choice.

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  8. Kasey

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks, service and food were all phenomenal! Drinks: old fashioned with Buffalo Trace Appetizer: crab cheesecake Entrees: Fish Katie and Ribeye!

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  9. Pam

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening! We had reservations and were seated promptly. Very friendly staff, excellent food and service. Highly recommend!

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  10. Hope

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Disappointing Experience Despite High Expectations We dined at this restaurant last night and, unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience—especially considering our previous visits have been enjoyable. While our table placement was great, the overall ambiance left much to be desired. A very loud group at the table behind us made conversation difficult, and the acoustics in the room amplified the noise significantly. Service was noticeably lacking. I ordered the Katie Redfish, and my partner ordered the 12-ounce ribeye, requested medium. When our food arrived, both dishes were cold. His steak was overcooked—well done rather than medium. He politely asked for it to be remade. When the replacement was brought to the table, the staff member picked up the table lamp—presumably not cleaned—and held it over the plate to shine light on the steak, asking him to cut into it and check the doneness. At a $55 price point, that kind of presentation felt surprisingly careless and frankly unsanitary. You would expect a bit more professionalism and attention to detail at this level of dining. Unfortunately, the second steak was still not prepared correctly—this time undercooked and lacking seasoning. By then, my food was cold from waiting, and I barely touched it. My partner also only managed a few bites. What stood out most was that our server never checked in—not once—to ask if everything was okay or to address the fact that we had barely touched our food. Our bill totaled over $200, which we’re normally happy to spend when the quality of the food and service reflects it. Sadly, that wasn’t the case this time. While we've had great experiences here in the past, this visit fell far short, and we won't be returning.

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FAQs

Ruffino’s on the River offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (337) 706-7333.

Ruffino’s on the River is rated 4.7 stars by 2014 OpenTable diners.

Ruffino’s on the River does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ruffino’s on the River

921 Camellia Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70508

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Kaliste Saloom and Johnston St. right by bridge
  • Neighborhood
    Lafayette
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cliff Wright.....Food Czar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
  • Private party facilities
    Make Ruffino's on the River your choice for birthday's, anniversaries, speaker programs, rehearsal dinners or business meetings. We can accommodate private parties up to 100 guests in a variety of settings.
  • Private party contact
    Leah Mellem: (337) 706-7333
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