Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Baton Rouge / Lafayette

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Cafe Sydnie Mae

5.0

5 (833)

$30 and under

Steak

Breaux Bridge

About the restaurant

Cafe Sydnie Mae is your destination for great food, drinks and entertainment with LIVE. local music. Follow us on Facebook for events as well as food and drink specials. Cafe Sydnie Mae, proudly supporting our beautiful community in the heart of Acadiana. Just a few minutes from Interstate 10!

Top review

Jefferyvip

Dined 2 days ago

I can't imagine how chicken could be any more moist and flavorful and tuna more perfectly cooked/prepared. Wonderful date night that was made better by Hayleigh at the bar.

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Charley G's Seafood Grill

5.0

5 (1216)

$30 and under

American

Lafayette

About the restaurant

Charley G's is a Lafayette favorite known for grilling aged beef & fresh Louisiana seafood over southern hardwoods. The food at Charley G's is driven by Southern inspiration and the menu changes seasonally with local seafood & produce. The casual yet upscale atmosphere has a bar area with live piano music 7 days a week. Charley G's also offers a wide assortment of specialty liquors, liqueurs & wines. Once a month Charley G's hosts a wine dinner that features wines from various regions and uniquely paired cuisine.

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HeatherM

Dined on Sep 30, 2024

Went to Charley G’s for our anniversary. A wonderful experience as always. Josh was our server and he was knowledgeable and sociable. He’a knowledgeable about the menu and food in general and we will request him for future visits. They made our special day so wonderful. Live piano music created great ambiance without being intrusive. Highly recommend for a date night.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Baton Rouge

4.9

4.9 (3007)

$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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Helen/Kenderick

Dined 3 days ago

It was the best birthday so far will do it every year🎉🎉

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Marcello's of Lafayette

4.9

4.9 (1103)

$30 and under

Italian

Lafayette

About the restaurant

At Marcello's Wine Market Cafe we specialize in true Italian cooking. We use the freshest ingredients that reflect authentic Sicilian cuisine with a touch of Northern Italy. Shop our retail section to pair the perfect wine with your meal. You are certain to have the most unique dining experience in Lafayette.

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steve

Dined 6 days ago

The veal molli is very good. Our server was Joey, excellent service and knowledgeable.

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Popular dish

Shrimp Pepate

Doe's Eat Place

4.9

4.9 (1135)

$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.

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Brandivip

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

Doe’s never disappoints. This is the place for steaks. The chef’s specials are always exceptional. Scott, Theresa, and crew make guests feel like they’re enjoying a meal with family.

Superior Grill - Highland

4.9

4.9 (293)

$30 and under

Mexican

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

In 1983, the original Superior Grill opened in Shreveport. Since then, Superior Grill has become famous for mouth-watering fajitas and frozen margaritas!

Come explore our newest location: Superior Grill Highland!

Enjoy some fabulous Mexican fare in our exquisite dining space on Highland Road or choose to sit on our spacious climate-controlled patio while sipping on a refreshing margarita or ice-cold beer! We'll see you soon!

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Ellen

Dined 2 days ago

Had reservations but was placed by the kitchen!!!!! Felt cramp and definitely in traffic area. Service was very good.

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.

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.

Tio Javi's Fresh-Mex Bar & Grill

4.9

4.9 (316)

$30 and under

Mexican

Baton Rouge

About the restaurant

Tio Javi's combines traditional recipes of Mexico with the contemporary fresh-Mex flavors to serve a bold and adventurous menu that always satisfies.

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Janetvip

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

We had a relaxing dinner. Drinks and chips and salsa first that was fabulous and then our meal which was delicious.

Park Bistro

4.8

4.8 (220)

$30 and under

American

Lafayette

About the restaurant

Park Bistro is in the Saint Streets area of Lafayette Louisiana and was founded by Chef Peter Cooke. Coming from New York City, Peter is excited to bring his elevated cuisine to the area. Park Bistro has indoor, outdoor and bar seating with a full beer, wine and cocktail program for you and your friends to enjoy.

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lucyOvip

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Love this place! It’s our go-to lunch spot. Service, menu, cocktails - all outstanding

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