We had a wonderful breakfast at Simple Joe's Cafe in Baton Rouge!…read more I ordered the shrimp and grits, and it was absolutely delicious--creamy, well-seasoned grits topped with perfectly cooked shrimp and a flavorful sauce that tied everything together beautifully. My husband had an omelette with peppers and bacon, and he really enjoyed it. It was fluffy, generously filled, and cooked just right, with great smoky flavor from the bacon and a nice kick from the peppers. The service was friendly, the food came out quickly, and the whole experience felt warm and welcoming. Definitely a great local spot for a hearty, satisfying meal.

It's Simple as the name suggests…read more Nothing fancy or elaborate about this place. It's a small restaurant with a small open kitchen and a small dining room where you stand in line to place your order, get a number to put on your table, and servers bring the food to your table when it's ready. So, if you're looking for a large upscale, elegant restaurant with elaborate food presentations, this is not the place for you. But if you're looking for a simple, quick and delicious meal, Simple Joe Café is for you. The menu consists of a wide variety of breakfast favorites, but the menu is not intimidating and easy to read and order from. Simple enough. When my family and I arrived, the small dining room was packed with a few open tables and about six other customers in line waiting to place their order. On Saturday and Sunday, you cannot sit at the open tables or hold the tables until you have placed your order and given a tent number. At that point, the servers will help you find a table to accommodate your party. The employees do a very good job of clearing and turning over the tables to make sure everyone is seated and able to enjoy their meal in a timely manner. I am not a fan of breakfast food and normally don't eat breakfast, so I only had coffee while my family enjoyed their meal, so the food quality part of this review is based on what they described as they were eating. They each ordered Joe's Number One Breakfast Combos which came with two eggs, choice of meat and pancakes and they shared an order of hashbrown and a side of grits. The food came out quickly. They stated everything was fresh, prepared and cooked as requested, the food tasted very good and enjoyed every bite. Of course, the coffee was hot, and fresh and the service was fast and friendly. The relaxed ambience and decor add to the unique character of the restaurant. Date of Visit: Saturday 05-16-26 Simple Joe Café | 3057 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA

Love their beignets! Light, fluffy and crisp edges. The fingers were a great twist. I've never…read moreseen that before.

a little confusing on how to order... you have to walk all the way back of the restaurant. there's…read morea paper menu on the left side where you fill out your lunch order and hand it to a lady on the left side. then you walk to the right where you tell them what you ordered and also place your coffee and beignet order. there is no clear signs of what to do lols i got the french dip dressed po boy - so it is with lettuce, tomato, mayo and the roast beef. i dipped it in the cup of beef jus they provided, and it was as good as a sandwich could be. i really liked the potato soup! very creamy. the beignet fingers were doughier than regular beignets and a lot easier to eat!! you can also see them making them fresh right in front of you - turnaround is super fast. the place had a lot of open seating. it could've been a little cleaner but i guess the powdered sugar makes it easy for things to get messy

Ordered a dozen beignets for my family and we really enjoyed them! They had to make more dough in…read moreorder to make my order, so it took a little while, but the wait was worth it. Will definitely return when I have another beignet craving.

Was wanting some beignets after our visit to NOLA. Found this place on yelp and it was legit! Hot…read morecoffee au lait was delicious. And the beignets were scrumptious. Hot, fluffy, decadant. Would return in a heartbeat! Deduct one star for odd atmosphere of clutter and sticky tables.

A fun way to experience a little French cuisine and ambiance. I went here for lunch on a Saturday,…read moreand it was pretty busy, but such a vibe! There are tons of options for food. I was craving a sanwhich, so I got the half Caprese sandwich with a side of fruit. You order at the counter, and if part of your meal can be made right there, then it is. The fruit could be made right there, so they gave me the fruit cup and then gave me a number for my sandwich. It took a minute for the sandwich to come out, but they have free bread slices by the fountain machine that I got while I waited. When my sandwich came out, I devoured it. It was so good and hot...just how I like it. There is no Coke products here, only Pepsi, so beware of that. When you are done, you just leave the tray/plate and they come get it. There is tons of seating in here too.

Pleasantly surprisingly good! I wasn't sure how Caprese would do as a sandwich, especially with…read moremixing balsamic and mayonnaise. That's where the surprise came from - it is really, really good! The baguette was toasted to perfection and balanced the amount of cheese very well. The pasta was refreshing and also surprisingly good. I thought it would be a very "tomatoey" salad, but it wasn't. All flavors are well balanced, mostly. Personally, I'm not a fan of green onions, so to me this pasta was a little heavy on those, but easy enough to pick them out. The Turkey Bistro also very delicious! The sun dried tomato mayo goes so well with the turkey. The toasted bread is a little hard so be cautious of that if it can be an issue. Tomato basil soup was very good, a little too chunky for my taste but still taste good. Loved the free dipping bread for soaking up all the delicious soups and sauces. Extremely friendly and helpful staff! I loved the quaint cafe vibes. The bathroom was very clean and easy access. Lots of parking as it's next to Barnes and Nobles. 5/5 Will return soon!

A & J Coffee Bean is the BEST! Food is always GOOD and those Green Beans *chef's kiss :*read more

As one of the most low-key businesses in all Baton Rouge, A&J Cafe also happens to be among the…read morebest and very much embodies the mom and pop vibe. Located inside the Baton Rouge's Orthopedic Clinic, they are the lifeline at least food wise for so many important members of our medical community. The long time owners, John and Anna are fantastic people. Super friendly and engaging, they really are some of the nicest people I've ever met. They take pride in their service and understand what it takes to make a customer happy. The food in which they serve inside this smallest cafeteria type setup is pretty simple. It's a mix of cafe food mixed with Cajun flair, so think gumbo, jambalaya, muffalettas, and simple things like fruit, breakfast foods. I also appreciate that as Vietnamese folks but they've incorporated this into their menu. They have all kinds of various total suits for on Fridays they make pho. How glorious. Another thing that should be noted is that they actually were able to snag a lot of king cake. Not just your average king cake but from one of the best in all of Louisiana and perhaps the south: Dong Phuong (#1). They were such a lifesaver during the pandemic and allowed folks to order multiple boxes as long as they came for them. ______________ (#1) Dong Phuong: https://www.yelp.com/biz/dong-phuong-new-orleans-3

Our first time.and will not be our last time dining at Leola's! Googled searched places to have a…read moreFriday brunch and stumbled across their website. The atmosphere, service, and food was beyond what we hoped to have in our brunch experience. The mimosas were refreshing and tasty, the food was hot and delicious, and the staff were kind, professional, and know how to deliver good customer service. I am very picky on how I like my bacon cooked and they never once were rude about working to get it perfect. I would highly recommend this cute hidden gem of a place and we will definitely be back!!

Leola's Cafe is a place I've always wanted to try and passed everyday. My sister hosted a…read moreGalentines Day here and it was perfect. The be building is nice and cozy and gives a homey vibe. The food was amazing. I had the Southwest Omelet which came with brisket inside cheese and avocado. Everyone else at the table had a bite of my omelet it was so good. It came with potatoes. I also tried their biscuits and cinnamon butter and they were chefs kiss. Perfectly made. The grits were a 1000/10. The best grits I have ever eaten and I've eaten man grits in my life. The service was so great. We had an amazing waitress who was so sweet and helpful since it was our first time and was able to help our large group during our visit!

People made a big deal about the Bermuda Triangle back in the day and as time went on, we realized…read morethat it was kind of fake thing. But one thing that is more true than the Bermuda triangle is the Baton Rouge Bridge Crossing traffic back up. It's like as inevitable and predictable as anything can be and I am getting to enjoy it firsthand today. Always a traffic accident always a lane closure. Now usually I do the farm market Road north of Baton Rouge to avoid it but today I needed to go this way. The I-10/I-12/110 Triangle maybe? And I knew that my first stop would be French Truck location. I wanted coffee for the rest of my trip as I am traveling with my brewing equipment. I sampled their Festin, and their single source, Kenya, and Ethiopia and I decided to get a bag of the Ethiopia because it has that profound blueberry flavor profile that I like in small doses, thinking it was be a perfect coffee to share with my friends in Florida. And now on to lunch at Mestizo. A wonderful staff and ambiance. Great coffee shop music. I will bet that if I waited long enough, Tame Impala would come on the sound system. Lol.

This stretch along Government has been booming over the last decade and places like French Truck…read moreCoffee have played a key role in the neighborhood's revitalization efforts. Despite not being a big coffee enthusiast, I have come to appreciate all they've brought to the table as a serious coffee destination. As a venue, it's a beautiful spot with a good amount of outdoor and indoor seating. Their creative use of branding with lots of yellow, distinctive fonts, and merch are displayed throughout the store, becoming a central theme of their decor. Coupled with natural lighting, plenty of seating, good WiFi and a cool display of their brewing process, it's evident they've taken big steps to ensure their venue is one of the least ordinary establishments in the city. They honed their craft in New Orleans and have managed to do the same here. Their New Orleans iced coffee was dark and potent, while their Japanese slow drip aka Oji drip iced coffee was pleasantly delightful. The cafe au lait is classic and a nice rendition compared to the many places that do the same throughout the state. The macchiato, cappuccinos, and americanos also deserve their own mention. Like any quality coffee place, they sell all kinds of different coffee brews by the bag both online and in store. They also sell food as well ranging from breakfast items to salads and sandwiches. Avocado toast seems to be a big hit here, but they have a wide range of open-faced toasts that includes smoked salmon, pimento and prosciutto. I am definitely eyeing their croissant sandwich for future visit. Prices are standard foodflation but I think the coffee and the ambiance will always be the central focus. They have a good amount of people on staff and therefore the waits are never too long. Customer services on point and the bathrooms are very clean. Parking is available in the back and there is limited street parking as well. With locations in Memphis as well as the OG in New Orleans, they should be very proud that they've done well in Baton Rouge.

I visited during the week after the breakfast rush and before lunch. The space was clean and there…read morewere not many people there. The drinks station was clear of any mess, trash, and spills, so it was clear that they cleaned up. I was quickly greeted and after some food was delivered to a table, my order was taken. The price was very reasonable for my meal. It took about 3-4 minutes, and she was at my table with my breakfast croissant in hand. I drove a few minutes to work, and it was still warm and quite tasty and filling. A great visit. I've been a few times for lunch, and it is understandably very busy during those times. Things don't always go quite as smoothly, and I am not as big a fan of the lunch, but still worth the visit.

The so called "Bagel" is not a Bagel at all. At the most, it is a roll. It is steamed and not…read moreboiled. If this "Bagel" was in NY New Yorkers would run it out of the city immediately. Try using Caravan NY Bagel mix. Hope you are using All Trumps or Balancer flour with Fresh Yeast. Disappointing for sure.

Had a excellent experience. The food was amazing Having the cinnamon roll french toast and the…read morebiscuits and gravy. The food was very favorable. Paired with an excellent drink (salted caramel cold brew) Also not pictured is a chicken salad sandwich which is also confirmed good. The staff was nice including our incredible waitress jade

I went here for our friend birthday brunch after class and we all were ready to eat. I ordered the…read moreBLT with country potatoes. It looked amazing but it was just okay. The sandwich was super dry and didn't come with any condiments on it so we had to ask. My friend ordered some drinks. She got the Bloody Mary which came with a lot of toppings. She also got the country gravy biscuit with sausage which was very sage heavy. It tasted completely like sage and less like sausage. She doesn't eat eggs so she gave me hers and they were very dry as if they had been cooked and sat on the counter for an hour. The service was good, however. We had a very sweet waitress. The environment of the restaurant or the ambiance was nice. It felt cozy but I wish the food was better.

The "White Chocolate Bread Pudding Pancakes" EVERYTHING!!! This place has the best elevated…read moresouthern food!!

Ashley took care of us even though it was close to closing time. She was extremely busy but helped…read moreus with our food and drink selection. My coworker had never been before but she already is thinking who to take here next. Thanks again, Ashley!