Building Five is one of my favorite spots. They have a ton of options and their food is consistently good. I love that they offer a variety of boards you can share, and their drink options are great too. You can sit inside or outside, and they even have live music on some nights, which adds to the atmosphere. The service has always been great every time I've gone. They also have the cutest merchandise available for purchase. It's a great place for date night, hanging out with friends, celebrating birthdays or anniversaries, or just spending time with family. Highly recommend! read more

When you read the reviews below, most people know what this restaurant is and how it works. My response is less harsh about the service or it's overpriced charcuterie board concept. I have lived in BR for 6 years now. Many departments at LSU take guests there and in that time, Building 5 has done nothing to improve its parking lot. The restaurant sits underneath an overpass and the parking is pothole marked unpaved gravel. This means that there is no room for wheelchairs or accommodations for anyone who is differently-abled to get into the restaurant. The whole restaurant makes no room for handicapped persons. On the occasion I did get food, the food is slightly overpriced. All meats were cooked adequately but the food was lukewarm probably owing to sitting in the kitchen under the heat lamp than being delivered promptly. When I have gone, I regularly have to ask for refills on soda as I am the designated driver often for department functions. Servers pay you no heed if you do not buy alcohol. Because I go here because of academic reasons, I would barely go here myself. I've been here many times and found it wanting. It's an ableist place in its infrastructure. It's fine I'm atmosphere as a cocktail bar but would little recommend it to people I call friend. read more

This was my 1st time at BLDG 5 and IT WILL NOT BE MY LAST. I hadn't seen 3 of my girl friends in a few so we decided to do a GIRLS night. It was so much fun. The restaurant itself is a hidden gem! It's cute! We started with some red wine... there weee 2 bottles because it was so good. We ordered the meatballs as an appetizer... which was so good I forgot to take a picture and we shared the harvest board. That was a great selection !!!! The steak and salmon were cooked to perfection- medium rare ... service was excellent especially on a very busy night. The best part ...they personalized our table. Hope you find the review helpful and check out!!!! read more

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I LOVED the decor, atmosphere and particularly all the live plants in the place! Super clean with a refreshing energetic vibe! ALL the food I saw around me looked super fresh! The service was friendly & I appreciated the fact that they had enough staff so that the waiters didn't look stressed or running all around! They were relaxed so the entire experience was pleasant. There's an option to sit inside or outside and interesting things for sale and to look at without the place being overcrowded. The food was delicious! I had the salad and loved every bite! The lemon vinaigrette was smooth and had just the perfect amount of lemon! The prices are very reasonable especially for a farm to table, healthy restaurant! I highly recommend this place, especially to my vegan friends! Vegan restaurants are few and far between around here so this is a great choice since the salads are full and not just lettuce with a side slice of cucumber I definitely will go back when in Baton Rouge! Cheers! read more

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Food was amazing! Service was also very nice. Seared Tuna Bowl was SO good We will definitely be back read more

BLDG5 - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Very cute interior and outdoor dining area. Great for dates or for a friend or family dinner. Would recommend making a reservation. The crab cakes, braised short ribs and all the spreads and breads are great options to start with. The boards are a good amount of food and are always fresh and tasty. Service is always great too. They sometimes have a live artist on the patio for some live music. Parking is pretty limited, especially on the weekends. read more

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This place was amazing! My coworkers and I needed a night on the town! The food and ambiance were perfect! The drinks topped everything off. I must say this place stays busy. I made reservations, I suggest you do as well. Also the park lot is tight so come a little early. read more

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I went to BLDG 5 with my husband for our anniversary dinner and it was my first time there! We ordered the crabcake appetizer, which is absolutely my favorite thing on the entire menu! Like 10 out of 10 good and we also ordered the Mexican board which was really really good. The service was amazing. Bartenders were great. We had several espresso martinis and we left very full, very happy! And I've been back since with my mom, so I highly recommend trying BLDG 5! read more

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Had dinner at 4pm so there wasn't a crowd and our waitress was so welcoming and inviting. She explaining everything to us, answered all our questions, & was not upset and was really knowledgeable about the menu. The food was a 10/10! The veggies were seasoned to perfection and the steak was cooked perfectly. The hummus was tasty as well. Pita bread was cooked to perfection. The drinks were flowing and a time was had. Very comforting atmosphere. read more

BLDG5 - Stracciatella Board - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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If I could give more than five stars, I definitely would! This place was amazing. From the food to the service to the decor and ambience, they really know what they're doing and do it well. My husband and I were in town visiting family and decided to go out to dinner and just had the best time. The dish that we wanted was out so we went with the steak and potato board. I really don't think you could go wrong in what you choose here. We will definitely be back! read more

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Amazing! Very cozy, with great service. Everyone is very personable. The food was delicious, everything tasted very fresh and flavorful. Truly perfect girl dinner! Definitely will be back, and definitely do recommend. read more

BLDG5 - Harvest board for one + steak & potatoes - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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What a unique, charming, top notch food and service kind of place. A Diamond in the Rough, nestled under the bridge area and you stepped into a legend. The best Tom Kah we had and it's not even a Thai restaurant. Each and every dish was perfect. Should have taken food pictures but was too busy enjoying :))) read more

BLDG5 - Patio area - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Great ambiance and live music, atmosphere is boujie boho? Great food and service!!! The appetizer's are so great!! Bring some friends and veg out!!! read more

BLDG5 - Fajitas, cilantro lime rice and grilled veggies with multiple sauces. - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I popped up here on a Friday around lunch time. Parking under the overpass is tricky, however there is a new paid parking lot with a good amount of parking spots. The place is nicely decorated with indoor and outdoor seating. It was cold on this day so there were no outside diners. I ended up sitting at the bar because the wait for a table for 1 was about 20-30 minutes. I advise to make reservations by phone. The service was nice, friendly, and fast. I tried a sample of the Pomegranate Blueberry Ginger mocktail. It was good but not sweet enough! My server gave me a shot of simple syrup which was a great addition. My server and a guest both recommended the Baja Chicken bowl. I enjoyed the bowl but it wasnt enough food for the price. I would come back and try the dinner menu. They also sell great items and there is a bakery like section. read more

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We dined in on a Thursday night. They don't take reservations and despite the restaurant being busy (parking was tough) we were seated right away. We enjoyed fast, friendly service. The food was fresh and flavorful. There are so many customizable options for the dishes dependent on your tastes and dietary preferences/restrictions. We would definitely return. read more

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Food and drinks were amazing met old friends stayed for hours music was amazing too. The wait was a bit long but we ended up dining at the bar and enjoying ourselves. Our bartender was a great server for us. Sadly I forget her name! read more

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We hit this place Saturday night for dinner. We are both foodies and were absolutely blown away by the food the drinks and the service!! We had crab cakes to start then shared the southwest grilled shrimp salad and the Baja board. Multiple cocktails were consumed and yes it was all amazing! We will be back read more

BLDG5 - Baja board and SW shrimp salad - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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If you're looking for a West Coast Vibe on the Mississippi, BLDG5 is your place. My friends were looking for a light, delicious meal before bowling USBC Nationals. We ordered the cocktails, crab cakes (delicious-perfect aoili and green side), protein bowls, charcuterie and burrata boards. The standout dish was the burrata board! Annie (server) and Sarah (bartender) were very sweet, helpful, and attentive! They added to the great experience we had at BLDG5. read more

BLDG5 - Entrance--Don't be fooled by it's shanty appearance - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

This place has one of the best patios in town -- seriously such a cozy vibe. I love that they have those big sliding windows and doors that open the whole space up when the weather's nice. It's the perfect spot for a sunny lunch or a breezy evening dinner. The food always tastes so fresh and clean -- everything on the menu feels like it's made with real, wholesome ingredients. Their homemade sauces are one-of-a-kind (you can tell they put thought into every flavor), and the cocktails are just as good! They make their own juices in-house, and it really makes a difference. Whether you're coming for brunch, dinner, or just drinks on the patio, it's always such a good experience. Definitely one of those places that makes you feel good every time you go. read more

BLDG5 - Whipped ricotta spread - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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June 2025; the resturant is located under the overpass; food was VERY good; Great flavor and good portion size; building has lots of natural light and plants; drinks were fantastic and service was great. Highly recommend for a group dinner for a fun night! read more

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Such a gem to find when we were visiting the area. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious. The aesthetic was fresh and relaxing, and the staff was so hospitable. Highly recommend. read more

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Really cute solid spot in Baton Rouge! I came here on a recommendation while visiting town. My biggest complaint is parking is kind of terrible and confusing. They really need to fix their instructions to pin parking correctly. It took us about 3 different tries to even find the restaurant since it is tucked away under this bridge. That didn't start out our experience well. If also definitely recommend making reservations since this place was extremely busy for a Wednesday night. We were seated outside, luckily the weather was nice. They even had a live singer! Really nice ambiance, lots of plants, a very fresh vibe. We got the grazing plate for two, and then made our own plates. I got the brussel sprouts, steak, and chimmichurri sauce. Overall the food was delicious, everything was super fresh, lots of good flavors and texture in the dishes. I also got the house lemonade, which was surprisingly very hibiscus esque. I would've loved to give this place 5/5 since ambiance and flavors were top notch, but the food came out a bit lukewarm and service was extremely slow. All of that on top of the confusing parking. We had to call our waiter over quite often. read more

Went for lunch. Amazing atmosphere, affordable for the outstanding quality. Would go again to try the dinner menu!

My boyfriend and I went here for a quick date night, and it turned out to be a great decision. The place looks really nice inside and out, but the parking situation was a bit tricky, it's hard to know where to park without worrying about getting towed. Once we got inside, the atmosphere made up for it. The restaurant has a cool, fresh vibe that gave me a new appreciation for restaurant design, really cool and different! It was interesting that our server was also the bartender, but he did a great job handling both roles. The food was fantastic, everything we ordered was delicious and really impressed us. My drink, though, was just okay. It felt a bit watery and lacked flavor. There's also outdoor seating and an upstairs area. Since we came late, we chose to sit inside, but the outdoor space looked lovely, with lots of plants and flowers that made it feel refreshing. Overall, we had a great experience, awesome service and amazing food! read more

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The food is outstanding and the service was good, I loved the menu of small plates. The food was delicious and the dessert was delicious as well. I love the eclectic look of BLDG5 and it's inviting atmosphere. I will be back the next time I am in Baton Rouge. read more

We came to bldg5 on a Saturday night and had a great time! It was pretty busy but we were easily able to sit at the bar. The service was quick and the bartenders were very nice. I got the BLDG 5 original chicken sandwich and it was amazing; honestly the best sandwich in Baton Rouge! The house made chips could've used a little extra salt/seasoning. They were fine, but I'd probably swap them out for a salad or something else next time. I also tried the Hawaiian Cali Coast Margarita and loved it. It was a little strong at first, but with an extra splash of pineapple juice it was perfect. Their menu has a ton of things, so I'd love to come back and try something else! Overall this was the perfect dinner for a cozy Saturday night. read more

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Went at lunch and it was packed. It took a little while longer than I'd like but everything was delicious and very fresh. Love the vibe read more

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Came to BLDG5 while I was in town to visit someone. When we arrived the location is under an overpass, so it can be easy to miss. Parking was easy, as there were spots available. When we walked in, I was surprised at how cute it was outside. I guess they say don't judge a book by its cover. We were seated in the window section, which had floor to ceiling windows displaying their cute garden. Our server was super attentive. We both ordered a cocktail and they came out quickly. After looking over the menu, we both opted to get boards. I got a board with steak and their potatoes, it also came with grains, and your choice of sauce for the steak. Everything was nicely prepared and I loved the concept of being able to graze on my own board! read more

I know for sure I've already reviewed them on Yelp, but I can't help but brag on how wonderful of a restaurant they are! It's a beautiful June summer day, I decided to pick up to-go rather than dine-in. Ended up sitting at one of the tables they have in the shade right before you walk in. Nice breeze from the fan, yet still getting to enjoy the warmth (and humidity) of south LA. Stop by for weekday lunch if you can, you won't regret it. read more

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I absolutely love BLDG5! I don't think that is comparable to any other restaurant I've been to. There is truly something for everyone on their menu. The service is always great. All the servers are very knowledgeable about what their menu has to offer. The ambiance is perfect for date night or a girls night out. read more

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I am writing this as a first timer. I came to Bldg 5 tonight, and I have no notes for them. Everything they are doing, they should keep doing it. From the second I walked in, the hostess was so kind and welcoming. The vibes in there were not what I was expecting, but they were very nice. Great atmosphere with great music. As far as the food goes, it was phenomenal. I ordered the protein plate with steak as my protein with their Argentinian Chimichurri sauce, and roasted potatoes as my side. The steak was perfectly cooked, but the potatoes were my favorite. I waited maybe 15 minutes for the food to get to the table after I ordered it. Amazing experience, I will be going again! read more

BLDG5 - Protein Plate with steak, chimichurri sauce, and roasted potatoes - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Beautiful atmosphere, great food and drinks, fast service and wonderful live music. I enjoyed a lot and will be back.

This place was delightfully unexpected! We sat outside and the patio is so relaxing. The menu is full of fabulous options and the food was amazing. I would eat there again tonight! The Protein Plate was awesome and I wanted to try everything. Go there, now!!!! read more

Went back again last night. This is going to be a regular stop for me. Last week I got the veggie plate. It was amazing. tonight a friend and I got the crab cakes to start and the Harvest board and added steak. First of all - the wait staff knows what's up! We ordered the app and the board for 1 because Joelle said that we would have way too much if we ordered the board for two. She was right about that! We had half of the board for 1 left. She makes a good spicy margarita too, so make sure you get one of those from Joelle. The food here is just so freakin' good! I can't wait to come back again. Do yourself a favor and call for a reservation. It just makes life easier. Go try it, and let me know what you think. You'll thank me. You're welcome. read more

BLDG5 - Menu - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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BLDG5 is located in a tropical concrete jungle tucked away in a tiny and unassuming corner of downtown Baton Rouge. Although the portion sizes leave much to be desired, the menu pairings show off the kitchen's ability to balance both subtle and bold flavors. We especially enjoyed the peri peri sauce and balela salad that accompanies the nicoise or protein platters. The sauce in particular had a nice heat and acidity to it that really paired well with the steak and the salmon. The food was a bit on the pricier side but everything was fresh and made to order. 7/10 They don't have a signature dish but they know how to cook food really well--tender meats, fresh and flavorful veggies, solid dips and sauces that don't leave you feeling sluggish after eating. I would recommend this spot to anyone who enjoys Mediterranean cuisine or fusion food. Great and friendly service as well, one of the waitresses was on her lunch break but she still managed to flag down one of the waitresses so we could get our picture taken! read more

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If you are in Baton Rouge, stop here! Food was amazing, top notch service and it's the cutest place!

When I booked, I didn't think that it would be that busy my first time coming to the restaurant so we did have to wait 30 minutes for a table, but the cocktails were amazing and I ordered the steak board really enjoyed my dinner here. read more

BLDG5 - Steak board - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The food was very good and our server was excellent. We arrived with a group of 10 and they were able to accommodate us. The cocktails were very good and so were the charcuterie boards. I would definitely go back again. read more

New management made this place incredible. Sitting at the bar, the people working were incredibly attentive and, forgive me, kind of cool. Social and loose. Food was very good with. Nice vegetarian options. Can't emphasize enough how the vibe has changed for the better read more

This was my first time visiting this spot but it won't be my last. This spot is small but cozy. It has a rustic garden feel, if that makes sense. We sat in the courtyard outside and it was bursting with greenery and string lights..it was a vibe:-). The staff was super friendly and more than willing to answer any questions about the menu. The food was excellent. I had the "build your own" plate subbing veggies for the protein with a side and dipping sauce. Everything was cooked to perfection. I really liked this spot. I'll definitely be visiting again. read more

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