Stopped by Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood and came away seriously impressed. The chargrilled oysters were excellent--rich, flavorful, and done exactly right. But the showstopper was the Fish Chalmette with speckled trout. Phenomenal dish. Perfectly prepared fish with an incredible crawfish cream sauce that made every bite better than the last. This is exactly the kind of classic Louisiana seafood spot you hope to find--great food, no gimmicks, just consistently outstanding dishes. Definitely a place I'll come back to. read more

This is my first time dining here and I truly enjoyed the experience. The Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini is absolutely divine The garnishment of fresh blueberries and pearl is a pretty finishing touch! It's Girley so I love it! I chose the New Orleans Style Garlic Butter & Spinach & Artichoke Chargrilled Oysters and they did not disappoint! The grilled bread was the amazing lagniappe. I also ordered the Shrimp & Artichoke Dip and it was served piping hot with homemade house fried tortilla chips. I devoured it and loved every bite. Last, but not least I enjoyed the Crawfish Spoonbread. It is a must-try! The restaurant is noisy so if you are looking for a quaint and quiet spot this is not for you. Casual atmosphere. I will definitely be back when I am in Baton Rouge. read more

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A very solid place. Food, atmosphere and service were all spot on. Cheesecake appetizer and chargrilled oysters were amazing. Salad was ok... very basic. Good experience over all. read more

Lots of hype, a lot of cool memorabilia on the walls, and a lot of history. The chargrilled oysters are good, but not the best in town. The shrimp remoulade salad is very good. The shrimp are big and served on top of good fried green tomatoes. Great combination. The menu has a lot of good looking choices. I may come back and sample a few more. read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Chargrilled oysters - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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A random episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives led me to Phil's. Upon entering, the initial greeting by a male employee wasn't the warmest, but that quickly turned around when Anna welcomed me and seated me in a booth. It was the Saturday after Christmas and, thankfully, not too crowded--always a plus. Within minutes, Anna returned with water and took my drink order. I chose sweet tea to start and later added a blueberry lemon drop. For food, I ordered a half dozen charbroiled oysters--half Garlic Butter and half Diablo. I accustomed to being able to order mixed flavors to complete a dozen but I'm quickly noticing that many places won't do that here, even when the price is the same. The oysters arrived quickly and were charred perfectly--hot, flavorful, and fresh. Between the two, the Garlic Butter stood out more; its flavor was richer and more pronounced. Both varieties benefited greatly from a drizzle of fresh-squeezed lemon. One thing I've learned living in Louisiana is how much people love Gulf or Louisiana-farmed oysters. Personally, my palate leans more toward East or West Coast oysters, which are hard to come by here. That said, these oysters were still quite delectable. I would, however, prefer the Garlic Butter to be even more garlicky, and the Diablo lacked the heat and spice I was expecting. As for the drinks--the tea wasn't overly sweet, which is fine, but this is the South, and we love our sweet tea SWEET! The blueberry lemon drop was just okay; it was missing a strong blueberry flavor, and the alcohol was barely noticeable. The ambiance was clean and pleasant, and Anna was attentive throughout my visit. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'll definitely return to try more items on the read more

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The best Cajun and Creole food in Baton Rouge, Service was excellent. My only complaint is a table of 8 should always be put in the back room, not next to the bar. read more

After seeing Phil's on DDD, I knew we had to check it out on our next road trip through Baton Rouge. It a neighborhood tavern or bar & food place. Casual, TVs tuned to sports (Olympics) and has a vibe like you want Phil's to be in your neighborhood. We ordered (and split) a dozen chargrilled oysters, a shrimp po'boy, and a crawfish cheesecake. It was almost too much but we finished it. The cook was shucking and grilling the oysters while the kitchen took care of the rest. The oysters and po'boy are some of the best I've had and the cheesecake was a one of a kind. It's not a dessert kind of cheesecake, more like a quiche or a casserole. Hard to describe but great to eat. read more

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We were hungry for Cajun food. Boudin balls were big, yummy sauce to dip them in. Crawfish shortbread was great. Corn and crab bisque soup was yummy. Seafood Lillian was wonderful. Waiter was very helpful. Clean restaurant. Small place but made room for us! read more

Very good food. Great service Crowded but not full on a summer Wednesday-no seats at the bar but no wait for a table Lots of sports in 6+ TVs. Loud inside, and everyone very friendly (as long as you like LSU) read more

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Service and menu suggestions were top notch. Corn and crab soup was tasty and I loved the catfish tenders. Love the sports atmosphere and the jerseys on the wall. read more

If you're planning on coming here for lunch, do yourself a favor and arrive early--this place fills up FAST, and for good reason. You can feel the local love as soon as you walk in. It's lively, welcoming, and the food? Straight-up phenomenal. Here's what I ordered (and devoured): * Spinach & Artichoke Charbroiled Oysters - Creamy, flavorful, and perfectly charred. A must-order. * Garlic Butter Oysters - Rich and indulgent. The garlic-butter combo is classic for a reason! * Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup - Total comfort food. Crispy, melty grilled cheese paired with a velvety tomato basil soup. * BBQ Shrimp (Appetizer size) - Spicy, buttery, and packed with flavor. Don't skip the French bread--it's made for sopping up that sauce. * BBQ Shrimp Pasta - That same delicious sauce, now coating fettuccine and shrimp. Warm, hearty, and SO satisfying. * Espresso Martini - Smooth, strong, and just sweet enough. Perfect end to the meal (or beginning, no judgment!). * Harvest Salad - Light, fresh, and balanced. Great start before diving into the rich dishes. Pro tip: The staff is super friendly, the atmosphere is energetic but not chaotic, and everything comes out fresh and fast. Whether you're here for oysters, pasta, or a casual cocktail--Phil's delivers. This place officially has my heart (and my next lunch plans). Highly recommend! read more

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We went bc friends told us to go! Got there before church rush. We walked right in and got a table. The server was friendly, Conner. He was super busy. We ended up getting 1/2 po boys and gumbo! The gumbo was full of flavor but I did add hot sauce. The bread wishes it was the flakey kind but it was soft. The fried shrimp was lightly battered and good. Recommend always serving with sauce!!! The app of oysters was the highlight. So yummy, get a dozen! It was good fun local Hangout! read more

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Phil's is local seafood at its finest. A cozy neighborhood bar and restaurant that provides great service, great food and great vibes. Catch $1 oysters on Monday or their enticing lunch options. It's where good food and fun intersect. Even Guy Fieri agrees!!! read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Raw Louisiana Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

An awesome hometown, local restaurant in Southdowns! I love this location... very clean, plenty of parking, and great food. We came on a Wednesday night around 6, and we sat right down at one of the high top tables. This gives sports bar vibes with tons of tvs, a bar you can sit at, jerseys on the wall, and booth/high top/table seating. The waitress was fine, she just didn't tell us about the specials on the back of the menu. We hadn't been here before so we didn't know, but we likely would have changed our order for the specials. Anyways, I got the dozens oysters, and they were delicious! My mom got the burger and my dad got the gumbo with tuna appetizer. The food was delicious and came out very fast! Will be back!! read more

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The Oysters were perfect. Service A+. The Ambiance/Atmosphere was chill and not too loud. Coming back for sure. 85 Characters 85 Characters 85 Characters 85 Characters 85 Characters 85 Characters. read more

Cool setting but very loud. The redfish was delicious. Also had the crab soup. The highlight was probably the white chocolate bread pudding. read more

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The most incredible menu around. Phil's is more of an upscale place than acme is I would say, but not as high-end as Jolie Pearl. My go-to dishes are the eggplant Michelle and the Crawfish cheesecake, by far the best I've ever had in the city. Their prices are pretty outstanding as well on many items that are quite unique to their particular restaurant. If you have never tried them, you have to give it a go. You will definitely be back. We have ordered them our doordash as well and the food is always exceptionally fresh and pristine in appearance and taste. Location is great, super safe, get your shopping done and get your grub on at the same time. read more

This is a Baton Rouge institution resurrected and reinvented by sons of the late owner Gus Piazza. The food is a seafood and Italian mix as a nod to the Piazza family heritage. The walls are covered with athletic memorabilia and autograph pictures of entertainers who have eaten at the restaurant through the decades. There's not a bad item on the menu. Try the crawfish cheesecake as an appetizer. You won't be sorry. The service is impeccable. They have a staff of long-time waitresses who are like family to their customers. Opens at 11 am for lunch. The place is full by 11:45. The plate lunch special daily is about $15. Excellent every day. Clientele often includes various LSU coaches, including women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey and her whole staff. read more

Saw this place on Diners Drive in and Diners on Friday night while doing an Auburn college visit with my daughter. We decided to make a lunch stop to see if it was legit. We adjusted our drive departure time so we could stop in Baton Rouge for lunch and I must say that it did not disappoint us one bit. From the wonderful waitress Maddie all the way up to the owners who came by several times to ensure each table was completely satisfied. Food came out within minutes and was piping hot. The chargrilled oysters were amazing. Also had the crawfish cheesecake which I was a bit nervous about at first but it was great as well. read more

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One of my favorite Baton Rouge joints with consistently good food, drinks and service. If it's good seafood you're looking for, look no further. Lots of TVs and lots of sports memorabilia draping the walls, Phil's is a great place to catch a game with friends. read more

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I have always enjoyed dining at Phil's Oyster Bar and have recommended it many times in the past for its great food and atmosphere. Unfortunately, my last two visits have been very disappointing. On both occasions I brought family and friends, and the meals were not good. The food was overcooked and heavily seasoned, and the salads were soaked in dressing to the point that they were difficult to eat. I personally couldn't finish either meal, and my guests felt the same. I'm not sure what has changed, but it was surprising given how much I've enjoyed Phil's in the past. I hope this feedback is helpful because I would love to see the quality return to what it used to be. read more

The way and tone in which the manager Chad approached our table after we mistakenly sat ourselves at a "dirty" table (which was clean) was completely uncalled for. We specifically drove here to eat and buy tshirts for home. Well, you lost my business and money, Chad! Maybe a sign saying "please wait to be seated" at the front would be good. The little host counter isnt enough when theres no one standing there giving any direction. If no one is there, you walk in and are just looked at...leaving you to wonder (?) What do I do? So, Chad, thanks for ruining the experience. Maybe eat snickers before dealing with the public next time. Even, our waitress agreed when she heard you speak to us! That says enough, right there. Honestly, Id love to talk to someone above Chad. read more

Great oyster bar with outstanding food and service. We're impressed with the quality of the food and the grilled oysters!

We come here often on Mondays for the $1 raw oysters & $2 draft beers. It's also my dad's favorite place to eat when he visits Baton Rouge! Never had a bad meal at Phil's read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Raw oysters on Monday for $1/piece - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Everything we tried was amazing. Loved the grilled oysters cooked right in front of us. Staff was very friendly. We tried the crawfish cheesecake and loved it. read more

It was so busy and we sat at the bar. Bartender was great and hustling and bustling. The crab au gratin was just okay. The oysters were on point and delicious. The crawfish cheesecake was absolutely amazing. It's served warm and it's savory. It reminded me of a quiche but it didn't involve eggs. It's in a strip mall and it's kind of like a cafe with a bar. read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Crawfish Cheesecake - get it! - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Down here for Marucci World Series and was looking for a good crawfish etoufee, and this place hit the spot! Fun atmosphere. Quick service! Definitely will be back! read more

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ABSOLUTELY best chargrilled oysters ever!!! Don't miss the chance to stop in and order a dozen!! So amazing and the staff is so friendly!

Good food and excellent service. Waiter was very attentive and accommodating to our needs. read more

What an awesome experience my husband and I had at Phil's. Our waitress Chasity was awesome! Loved her! The food was excellent! The manager OMG unbelievable! This was our first time and we will definitely be back for sure! Thank you for being awesome and it shows with all of your staff how happy and smiling they were, congrats to the management for sure! Keep up the good job serving the public and serving excellent food1 read more

Great location and even better food. Menu has wonderful and unusual selection. LSU memorabilia

Don't get the fried catfish over the crawfish etoufee. The fish tasted like batter. No seasoning. The raw oysters had little shell daggers in them. Not making this mistake again. read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Food is good, ambience- it is a bar, so expect a bar like atmosphere, kind of loud. Oysters were good as was the gumbo

Third time swinging through here and Wednesday nights are the best nights for me. 20oz Dos Equis! ice cold baby! MMM Buy a dozen grilled oysters and get 1/2 dozen of grilled oysters for free. great tasting oysters, great bread and tons of butter. GREAT combo for anyone! read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Wednesday special buy dozen get half dozen free! Worth every single oyster - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy Phil's very much. The food felt more touristy and less home style to me. My table had chargrilled oysters and I had a seafood pasta. Again, just meh, nothing to write home about. Our waitress was nice-ish but everything still felt kinda off. Definitely not a place I'd rush back to by any means. read more

This is a must if you visit Baton Rouge! The savory crawfish cheesecake was our favorite however, we also loved the spaghetti and meatballs, meatball Poboy, char grilled oysters, and.Lillian pasta! Service is fast and friendly! read more

Amazing food and the most delicious oysters. This was a hidden gem and we found it by pure luck. We were visiting from Las Vegas and we found this restaurant. It was exactly what we were looking for. I definitely recommend this place. There was a 30 minute wait but well worth it. read more

Friday May 18, 2025 I was watching Dinner Dives and Drive in when I saw this Crawfish Cheesecake and said I have to have it well 5 hours later guess what I was eating that Crawfish Cheesecake and it was so DELICIOUS!!! read more

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Had my first meal at Phil's Oyster Bar and it was fantastic! As a fan of fried fish, I ordered the half serving of the fried catfish strips and immediately wished I'd gone for the full portion. The fish was perfectly fried, well-seasoned, and incredibly fresh. I swapped the fries for onion rings and they were crispy and delicious. I also tried the boudin balls as a starter and they were good. Crispy on the outside with a nice spicy kick inside. The remoulade sauce that came with them was great. I really enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere here. Overall great food and great service. Definitely coming back! read more

Phil's Oyster Bar & Seafood - Half order of the fried fish with onion rings - Seafood Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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In town for biz Phil's was a recommend from a fellow Yelper.. I arrived early and hungry after working out and glad I did as the restaurant filled up fast Environment is pubby casual neighborhood with high tops , regular tables and a bar area. Plenty of servers hustling for clients and a good selection of spirits I started with a bowl of seafood gumbo - how can you not when your in BTR . It was good with lots of crab in it, entree went light with a ceasar salad with blackened shrimp.. the star was the shrimp as they had great blackening flavor but were dried out or overcooked.. they were plump and tender ..Final - couldn't pass up the crawl fish tail spoonbread..DANG. gooey, warm ,custardy with crawfish tails - ATE IT ALL... full portion baby! Fun place and most certainly a great place to go with friends read more

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