Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Baton Rouge

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Baton Rouge? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Doe's Eat Place

4.9

4.9 (1134)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Welcome to Doe's Eat Place of Baton Rouge––home to some of the best steaks in Baton Rouge.
Our filets, porterhouses, t-bones and ribeyes are aged a minimum of 21 days and hand-cut
daily. Don't miss our world-famous hot tamales––prepared Mississippi Delta-style, they're a staple that customers have enjoyed since the Doe's was founded in 1941. Enjoy our casual, relaxed atmosphere. The heart of our house is led by Executive Chef Brian Septs and grill master Carlos Williams.

Top review

Katievip

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

Highly recommend this restaurant. The food was fantastic. The service was great.

St Francisville Inn & Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1578)

$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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Nick

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Something about this place feels magical. The food is outstanding and the wine is delicious. I highly recommend it.

Stroubes Seafood and Steak

4.8

4.8 (1424)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Upscale down south dining. Casual dining with open window view of downtown. Beautiful bar setting accompanied with a relaxing lounge.

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Rickvip

Dined on Sep 6, 2024

Really enjoyed the dry aged ribeye and the crab claw specials tonight. Nice wine selection

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Superior Grill BR MidCity

4.8

4.8 (208)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Consistently rated as one of Louisiana’s best Mexican restaurants since 1983, Superior Grill is a landmark in fine quality foods with a festive Mexican atmosphere. We’re famous for our fajitas and margaritas. Our margaritas are made with freshly squeezed lime juice, and our food is made fresh, from scratch everyday. For added flavor, all of our meats are prepared over a mesquite grill. We’re open daily at 11 am and 9am for brunch Saturdays and Sundays. Join us for happy hour everyday from 4:30 to 6:30 for great drink specials!! Live music is Thur-Sat 6:30-10pm and 10:30am – 2pm Sun during brunch.

*Note: Because of Covid, times and/or features may be impacted. Please give us a call if you have any questions.

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Emiley

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Always love Superior on Government St!! Fun atmosphere, great food and even better drinks!

Eliza

4.8

4.8 (513)

$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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Carolvip

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

Love Eliza. Food never disappoints. Good wine list. Small, quiet, local neighborhood restaurant. Recommend to all anytime eating in Baton Rouge. Fall menu begins next week, so expect some exciting new items.

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Portobello's Grill - Jones Creek

4.8

4.8 (152)

$30 and under

Italian

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

We are a classic grill with Italian influence emphasizing high-quality food, exceptional service, and great value. We are positioned between the heavily populated casual concepts and the fine dining tablecloth concepts. Our "polished casual" concept provides our guests with great value for the high-quality food and exceptional service they receive. Our menu features a diverse selection of outstanding in-house prepared products. We are well known for our fire-grilled steaks, chops, chicken, and fresh-grilled fish. Entree salads, made-from-scratch soups, burgers, sandwiches, and pasta round out our selection. We also have a wide selection of wine, cocktails, and beer. Don't forget about our Happy Hour, Mon-Fri from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.!
It's always a good time at Portobello's Grill.

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Diana

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Lighting was kind of harsh, could have been dimmer for ceiling lights, since chandeliers were also bright & on. Previously it’s been dimmer & much easier to enjoy.

Nino's

4.8

4.8 (27)

$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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Alma

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

One of my most favorite restaurants! Always consistent!

Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (234)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Beausoleil (bō-sə-ˈlā) Coastal Cuisine features contemporary Louisiana cuisine and hand crafted cocktails in a casual neighborhood bistro environment.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 18, 2024

Exceptional food with respect to quality, taste, and authenticity. The house ranch really took me by surprise. Very delicious.

Portobello's Grill - Bocage Village

4.3

4.3 (494)

$31 to $50

Italian

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

We are a classic grill with Italian influence emphasizing high-quality food, exceptional service, and great value. We are positioned between the heavily populated casual concepts and the fine dining tablecloth concepts. Our "polished casual" concept provides our guests with great value for the high-quality food and exceptional service they receive.

Our menu features a diverse selection of outstanding in-house prepared products. We are well known for our fire-grilled steaks, chops, chicken, and fresh-grilled fish. Entree salads, made-from-scratch soups, burgers, sandwiches, and pasta round out our selection. We also have a wide selection of wine, cocktails, and beer. Don't forget about the happy hour every day from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.! It's always a good time at Portobello's Grill.

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Damonvip

Dined on Aug 17, 2024

Great food and great atmosphere!! The crab cheese cake was the best I ever had!!

P.F. Chang's - Baton Rouge

4.3

4.3 (203)

$30 and under

Chinese

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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Nicole

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Brussel sprouts were not good at all. It was a waste of $$$. Kung Pao chicken & shrimp were very good.

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Experience

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