The pizza was amazing, the service was perfect. The meatball appetizer was too big for two dudes…read more The owner and his staff were fun and professional.

This meal took forever because it was a busy and crowded Friday night, but the vibes were unmatched…read morefor hanging out and chatting for a couple of hours! The service was decent, and our waitress was lovely even while managing her chaotic, busy night. The specials did not disappoint; I would wait a million hours for this roasted garlic bread if I had to! The shrimp penne special was a creamy sauce with some greens and was really delicious! If you don't like garlic in your food I would avoid this spot! I would come back during a less busy time of the day.

This place is an amazing hidden gem. If you like Italian cuisine, then this place is for you. The…read morefood is amazing. I had the Italian salad, asparagus and snuck a taste of the mushroom risotto...delicious. The service was also top notch. Our waitress was great. The restaurant's decor takes you to Italy for sure...loved the vibe and the ambiance. Overall, I had a great experience and will definitely be returning. This is my second visit so returning is pretty much a guarantee. Give this place a try.

We checked this place out in 2025. The service was nice and our server was helpful with…read moresuggestions. Complimentary Bread - Pretty tasty. Not a top 5 bread however, may have been the best part of the meal. Side Caesar - The dressing tasted as if it were out of a bottle and not made in house. It very well could have been however, didn't appear to be. The Parmesan wasn't great quality and also appeared to be out of a bottle or bag. Spaghetti alla Carbonara - Was pretty good. Definitely worth ordering however, not great or anything memorable. Pork Chop - It was accompanied by a sauce and roasted potatoes. The potatoes were average, nothing set them apart from regular roasted potatoes. The sauce was pretty tasty and provided something unique. The pork chop wasn't bad however, not a top 5 or even maybe top 8 pork chop I have ever. Pork Chops are something I order regularly and love to try. Is this place worth trying at least once? Maybe. Would I place it in the top 8 of Italian restaurants in the Baton Rouge/Denham Springs area? No.

I loved this restaurant! Starting off, the service was amazing. We had an amazing server who always…read morewas helpful and quick to get us anything we needed! The food was bomb 10/10. I got the Osso Bucco pork with garlic mashed potatoes and red sauce. It's not something I usually would try but the flavors were so on point. Absolutely amazing. They also serve complimentary bread and an olive oil mixture to dip it into which was great. For drinks, I got their bourbon drink and Lavender French 75 and they were so good. The ambiance of the restaurant was great and perfect for a date night or birthday dinner. I will be back for sure.

This place is one of my favorite happy hour spots! Their food is not my favorite for Italian other…read morethan their bone-in Pork Osso Bucco. It's super tender and flavorful plus the mashed potatoes! 10/10. I've also had the cheese sticks and I typically order the tour of Italy which is a sample of their lasagna, Alfredo, and chicken parm but the level of flavor and seasoning I prefer in my food just isn't there. Their happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 PM to 6 PM and Wine Wednesdays are also nice with half off glasses and bottles. Their cocktails are 10/10! Every one I've tried from the lavender French 75, margarita, bourbon sangria, holiday punch, and more! I try not to go weekly

Perfect candle-lit cozy date spot. From the moment I walked in to when I left, the staff was…read moreincredibly friendly. Service was very quick. They had a vegetarian menu - which had a variety of pasta options. In addition to the vegetarian menu, other items like salads on their regular menu are vegetarian as well. Their pasta is all homemade and it tasted amazing. I got the burrata salad, of which I requested beets be added to - delicious. Then the vegetarian baked ziti - of good size and definitely shareable, I ended up bringing a box home, also delicious. Their wine and cocktails list was pretty extensive as well. Ample free onsite parking. Whether you're looking for the perfect date night spot, girls nice dinner spot, or elevated family dinner - this is the place. 12/10!!!

Amazing! A quiet fancy atmosphere. Our waitress was amazing! The food was amazing. The drinks were…read morevery strong. But it was wonderful! What we got: Free bread - make sure to get some of the Parmesan that's in the oil Berry bourbon smash House made ricotta - SO good. The ricotta was amazing Caesar salad - good! Beets and goat cheese - I feel like this didn't have a lot of cheese. I had a lot of beets and peaches Baked ziti - so filling and good Pasta rustico - the sauce was amazing. The mushrooms were great! Highly recommend

Gino's holds a special place in my heart. It always feels like such a treat. The servers at you…read morebeck and call, with beautiful ambient lighting. The food is a whole other level. It is quite literally magical. Everything tastes fresh and made to order. Like the purpose of the kitchen was my one dish. This place isn't just any random dinner spot, it's somewhere you go to celebrate. And I plan to celebrate all the small things if it means I can come here.

We recommended and visited Gino's with some new friends because we had been so impressed with the…read morefood, service, etc. in the past. This time was a bit different. When we entered the restaurant the hostess stand was super friendly as usual. Unfortunately, our table was miserably small and in very close proximity to a large table and a wall which essentially made us "sandwiched in". The noise in the room was horribly loud and hard to have a conversation with our guests. The server was fine however, was not as friendly as we are used to and that was a bit of a disappointment. However, the man refilling our water was fabulous, upbeat and very courteous. The food was amazing and is always consistent! When we are spending $150 on a check for 2, I want the entire fabulous dining experience which I had always felt like I got in the past. Anyway, to reiterate, I love the location, the vibe, the delicious food. Just was not a good choice for conversation and personal space. Also, even though the server was efficient, we did not get that warm and friendly vibe we are used to.

La Divina has become one of my favorite places in Baton Rouge. I usually stop in for a dry…read morecappuccino, and it's consistently excellent. What keeps bringing me back, though, is the atmosphere. In the mornings, it's quiet, warm, and inviting--the perfect place to read, think, or prepare for the day. It's also become one of my favorite spots to meet with colleagues, entrepreneurs, and investors because it's comfortable enough for conversation without feeling noisy or rushed. I also want to recognize Bethany, who makes a genuine difference in the experience. She greets everyone with a warm, full smile that immediately makes you feel welcome. She's attentive, thoughtful, and truly cares about making things right if something isn't quite as expected. That kind of hospitality is rare, and it shows. If you're looking for more than just a good cup of coffee--a place where you can slow down, think, read, or have a meaningful conversation--La Divina is well worth a visit.

Got the Piazza Panini, Hibiscus Tea, and an Affogato…read more Panini had good flavor and texture. I've had better affogato's, but it was acceptable. Service and ambiance is where this cafe only gets 3 stars. Took nearly an hour to get the panini at a non-peak time. Waitress was nice but had a dead-pan attitude. The decoration style is wooden accessories with small chairs and burlap sacks under the glass table tops, very rustic; but also small paintings by local artists on the walls that seemed out of place. Good little restaurant/cafe, but probably won't go again.

We came to Rufino's for dinner on Saturday night, and luckily there was no wait. We weren't aware…read moreof the dress code, so my partner was politely asked to take his hat off while dining at the table. The ambiance was nice and quiet, with dim lighting for a more intimate vibe. For appetizers, we ordered the crabmeat cheesecake and calamari. Both were good, but the crabmeat cheesecake was AMAZING! I think the sauce for the calamari could use some improvements as it tasted a little too light for pairing. They offered complimentary bread service, and the olive oil/ balsamic mixture had tons of freshly grated cheese which tasted amazing compared to other places. For drinks, we both got bloody mary's, but mine was so stiff that it tasted like a double compared to my partner's.. They also didn't do the spiced rim and were out of pickled green beans. The drink experience was quite disappointing overall, so my partner finished it for me, and he agreed mine tasted like straight up alcohol. We decided on the 16 oz. ribeye and Rufino's bolognese for our mains, and upon arrival, I was EXTREMELY disappointed to see that they served the bolognese with rigatoni instead of tagliatelle. The pasta was also served warm, not hot like the roasted potatoes which was weird. Looking back at the menu, I regretfully did not read the entire description because it's bolognese and I expected the traditional pasta to be used in it. The pasta sauce was still delicious as well as the steak, but the roasted potatoes tasted so strongly of peanuts so I wasn't a fan at all. We noticed that they offered complimentary cotton candy for dessert, but we decided to splurge on the crème brûlée and it was so yummy! Overall, I would come back, but I would not get the calamari or the bolognese again. The service was friendly while still keeping things professional, but it definitely slowed down a lot once we received our entrees.

Another great experience at Ruffino's in Baton Rouge. We've started coming here once a year to…read morecelebrate our anniversary and it has truly become our go to spot for a special night out. The bread service is always such a great start to the meal and the drinks are consistently excellent. The service is also very attentive. They are always on top of refilling water and making sure everything at the table is taken care of, which we really appreciate. This time I ordered the fish on a plank and it was honestly some of the best fish I've ever had. Everything about the meal and the experience was wonderful. Looking forward to continuing our anniversary tradition here.

We went with a group of 20 for lunch we had reservations. When we arrived everything as prepared…read more We had one long table with 10 on one side and the other. Soon came 2 waitresses one for one aide and one for the other. They took our drink orders they came very fast. We ordered lunch the same way. It was very good. Lunch was the drink, soup or salad and the meal for a very good price. The was tasty and filling. I had the lentil soup because I often cook It at home. Well, I have to say it tasted as good as mine ... not better (not going to down my own cooking ) hahahaha it was very good We decided we would go there again

I'm somewhat torn on this location. The food is usually pretty decent. The service seems to be hit…read moreor miss. The salads are always fresh, the bread is always warm, and the entrees are normally good. I will add that the shrimp scampi is also good but a tad spicy, which is surprising. The Chicken Piccata is disappointing, although it tasted a tad better than it looked. Which I'm thankful for. The Alfredo is probably one of the better dishes, and the 3 chicken meal is usually a good option. The location itself is clean and orderly. But again, the Service I have found to be a bit slow, and Servers aren't always friendly. So, I'll leave it to you to judge if it's worth trying. Food- good, Service- Hit or Miss.

We stopped by one afternoon early to get something to eat. We thought it was absolutely delicious…read more The service was great and the people were very friendly. My husband said it's his new pizza place!

So my friend got a pizza to go and an order of meatballs…read more The pizza tastes like New York, in a way that I haven't had here in Baton Rouge before! SOOOOOO YUMMY. The crust is crunchy and the sauce is perfection. The meatballs are huge. We split them and there was plenty. Very juicy and cooked well!

Omg! My first time and definitely won't be the last! I truly enjoyed Portobellos. I had a birthday…read moredinner here. Drinks were really good! Very nice atmosphere, great for date night with your man or your girlfriends. The steak was good, great appetizers. Bartenders are great!

Visited Portobello's for a nice Sunday brunch. My overall experience was great. Since I visited…read moreright before the holidays, the restaurant was full of Christmas decor and there was even a Santa present for pictures. The staff was very friendly and provided great service. I absolutely loved my food. The chicken fried chicken was fried to perfection and the gravy had all the right flavors. The biscuit resembled toast but it was also delicious. I only had one mimosa which was just enough. I can't wait to visit again for brunch.