Building Five is one of my favorite spots. They have a ton of options and their food is…read moreconsistently 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!

When you read the reviews below, most people know what this restaurant is and how it works. My…read moreresponse 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.

Seemed like a nice spot to grab a quick bite and cocktail. We came in after a day of running…read moreerrands, so looking for a quick wind down. Ordered 1 cocktail, and it was good. Honestly, the sweet potato fries may have been the best thing we had. I ordered the veggie quesadilla and added chicken, it was only ok. We also had the chicken and waffles, the waffle was pretty good. We sat at a bar table, and although the bartender had several ppl at the bar, he was very attentive to us. I've heard good things about Olive or Twist, so I'm willing to give them another try for brunch.

Our server Sion B was very welcoming & nice!!! We are in town from Birmingham AL!…read more The food was good! The atmosphere was very cool !! The brunch chicken & waffles 9/10! The Olive Twist or Twist Burger 10/10! The Acadian Pastas 3/10! The Oreo bread pudding 9/10 very sweet! The pillow talk 10/10! The strawberry lemon drop 10/10! The strawberry mango margarita 9/10!

Great food. Boudin quesadilla is amazing. Staff was friendly. Food arrived quickly and freshread more

Arrived before the dinner rush. Old fashioned did not disappoint as a recommended cocktail choice…read more I asked about the burger and was advised it was a must try item. 100% one of the best recommendations, several seafood selections were also chosen at the table as great choices. Service was as if we were locals that had been there many times before. Laid back and great experience 5+++

Professional staff-Amazing Food-Planing Experts....Just a few of the highlights we experienced…read more while having Bacon + Fig as our catering partner. I use the word partner because that's exactly what it felt like throughout the entire planning and execution process. The team at Bacon + Fig made sure that no detail was left to the wayside and made us feel comfortable even post event. We did all of our planning from St. Louis but it never felt disconnected. The team at Bacon + Fig will truly be a part of our special day forever in our hearts and we look forward to hopefully someday being able to utilize them again. Charlie and the team rock!!

From the owner: Bacon and Fig Events is family owned and operated. We are a local catering company partnering with…read moreBRQ Seafood and Barbeque along with Louisiana Culinary Institute. We focus on being accessible, accountable, and building lasting relationships with our clients. Our kitchen and chefs use fresh, local and high quality ingredients. This is very important to us and our customers. We cater 7 days a week, providing food, drinks, desserts, hospitality and more. We are considered a one stop shop for all of your catering and staffing needs. Bacon and Fig Events does travel but also hosts events at BRQ's Backyard (250 guests) along with LCI Dining Hall (150 guests) for private events. Our culinary and hospitality team is trained, professional and can help with big, small or larger corporate style events. Our team can handle plated dinners for over 1000, weddings, tailgates, buffets, receptions, holiday parties, and more! We deliver 7 days a week, contact us for more information!

Last night in Baton Rouge and was looking for a place to have a nice meal before a travel day…read moreahead. The reviews looked promising so I thought... why not? When I arrived it was honestly dead inside. Maybe one other customer and I had to ask if they were still open because it was oddly slow. But you want to know what was not dead? Their food! I ordered a glass of wine and the beef tenderloin cooked medium rare. He steak came with fingerling potatoes and veggies. The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly, the veggies had a slight crunch and not overcooked and the fingerling potatoes were the perfect add to that dish. I sat at the bar and had the place to myself but overall really enjoyed my food. Friendly staff and very happy with my experience.

Nice place with a good sounding menu. Will go back to try other things. Had the truffle oysters…read morewhich were good but basic. The tuna salmon carpaccio was good, little thrown off as it was warm which had me worried. But it was very good and balanced. The rice puffs were addicting. lobster roll was good even Though it was cold style which is not my favorite but the bread was delicious and they filled it nicely. Just need to provide more butter. Their fries were airy and consistent. The only not good part was the tiramisu and the colada drink. The cookie wafers were too much and too dense. All in all will come back.

Willie's definitely delivered where it mattered most: the crawfish. I started with 3 pounds and…read morebefore I knew it, ordered 2 more. That alone should tell you how good they were. The crawfish were flavorful, seasoned well, and priced right, which is honestly the perfect combination when you're sitting down ready to eat. They had that messy, not really spicy, addictive quality that keeps you reaching for "just one more" until the tray is empty. I also tried the buffalo wings. They weren't that great, if I'm being honest, but I was hungry so they got the job done. The crawfish are clearly the star of the show here anyway. The atmosphere felt relaxed and unpretentious, exactly the kind of place you want for seafood with friends, cold drinks, and a table full of shells piling up by the minute. If you're wondering whether I'll be back, I already have.

I read the yelp reviews and was expecting to taste cajun flavors since we were visiting Louisiana…read morebut we were disappointed by the lack of seasoning. I guess I was expecting my shrimp would be covered in cajun sauce but it came plane with cajon seasoning and a dipping sauce on the side. We also tried frog legs which was tasty. The service was quick and the lady who served us was very nice, her name is Heron S. We were seated in a room with other ladies and families. It felt like home, people having pleasant conversations We were lucky it was Monday and the shrimp was the special of the day.

My boyfriend and I went to this local restaurant on Sunday for brunch. The ambiance was charming ,…read moreand the restaurant felt spacious with multiple dining rooms. The hostess was warm and welcoming and seated us promptly. It wasn't too busy when we arrived, which made for a relaxed experience. They also had a singer performing that day. We ordered different dishes. I had a crawfish hash with potatoes, eggs, and sauce, while he ordered the Chantilly waffle, which was topped with strawberries and blueberries, along with a side of candied bacon. He really enjoyed his meal. I enjoyed mine as well, though I think the potatoes would have been even better if I had ordered my eggs sunny-side up to create more sauce throughout the dish. That's more of a personal preference, as I usually prefer my eggs over hard. Overall, the experience was enjoyable . Our waiter wasn't particularly friendly, though she may have been very busy that day. I did have a few interactions with the bartender, who was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about their wine selection. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to try something different for brunch or lunch.

I LOVED THIS PLACE!!! The service was great. The food was…read moreamazing and the decor/ambiance (on Friday) was for me. I can't wait to drive back to Baton Rouge to come back.

My sister and I chose to visit the Gregory for restaurant week. She comes often for happy hour but…read moreI had never been at all. The dining room was open and inviting. Our server was attentive and checked in on us several times. We both ordered the barbecue brisket, goat cheese mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts. I might tell you a joke but I'll never tell you a lie...my food was so gooooooood. The brisket was smoky and tender, the mashed potatoes were creamy and a little tangy from the goat cheese and the Brussels were perfectly crispy! I forgot to mention that we started with a goat cheese spring mix salad and the Parisian Crawfish gnocchi with were both a chefs kiss! We wanted out our dinner with crème brûlée. I will definitely be back!

I enjoyed my dinner and overall experience with this establishment. I set a reservation for ten…read morepeople and the restaurant was very accommodating. Although it was not on the menu I was able to order a lemon drop and crab cakes for my appetizer. My husband order a berry smash and lobster Mac and cheese. We asked our server for her opinion and she suggested we have the redfish. I usually don't eat anything except for the salmon but I am very glad I tried the redfish it was amazing!! Very well seasoned!! I would recommend this place to anyone for a nice dinner!

Visiting from Houston this place was highly recommended and did not disappoint I only had about an…read morehour to spare so I just grabbed an appetizer but it was so pretty delicious the service was impeccable the place is nice and urban chic vibe.

Rouj Creole has a very solid happy hour that I truly enjoyed. We tried the pepperjack boudin dip…read morethat was really good but it would've been even better if it was really hot. The smoked brisket arancini was such a treat! They're plated on a lake of gravy which is delicious as well. I tried french 75 that was pretty good as well.

If you are in downtown Baton Rouge, this is a spot to not miss if you like Rum. This distillery…read moreoffers a variety of rums that you can try through flights or experience in a variety of traditional cocktails or in frozen mix drinks. Each drink is handcrafted. The rum and cocktails made for us were solid. The bartenders were awesome. Great interaction with guest. Bartenders were very knowledgeable of the distillery plus the drinks they were pouring. I appreciated the enthusiasm. The distillery is very nice space. The distillery offers bar seating, lounge chairs and tables. Plus there is an expansive outdoor seating area. As the distillery does not offer food, they often coordinate food trucks to enjoy with your drinks. A crawfish boil was going on the day we were there. At the distillery you can purchase bottles of rum to go. Plus they sell various shirts to me and women. Distillery owns a parking lot adjacent to the building. Parking is free. Inside scoop: the distillery offers tours for 15 dollars

If I could rate this place a 100/5 stars I would! I planned a small birthday gathering for my…read moreboyfriend's 33 birthday this past weekend and it was amazing. I wanted a great place with a chill vibe and great drinks and they did not disappoint. The service was amazing and the drinks were perfect. I got their raspberry frozen drink and also tried their flight of rum which comes with over six different types of rum, light and dark. The bartenders were so sweet and they made amazing drinks all night. I also tried their old fashioned and fresh mint mojito ( taken directly from their herb garden)! Everything was done perfectly. They have a nice, large patio outside with plenty of room to sit. They have board games, darts, large Jenga, and more. We were able to spend quality time with family and friends and enjoy the night. We were also allowed to bring our own food from outside which was perfect for the occasion. I cannot wait to come back to such an amazing place located right downtown next to Ballys casino. They also offer tours of their distillery for a great price! Thank you so much for an amazing experience.