I attended a wedding in this space this spring, and the space itself is GORGEOUS. The outside patio…read moreprovides stunning sunset views over the river, and the dark wood throughout allows vendors to really customize the space for each event. We saw it set up for a different event when we did the rehearsal, and it can really be a backdrop to many different styles. Staff was attentive and was able to transform the ceremony area into a stage/dance pit for Bag of Donuts in an extremely fast & unobtrusive manner. The food was catered in-house and it was DELICIOUS! The catfish tenders were my favorite, but everything was super good. The bar also has a super wide variety of domestic & craft beers and whips up delicious cocktails. FYI! The only way to get in & out in a long flight of stairs. There is not even a freight elevator for those who may be handicapped. The website does mention this, however, so points for transparency.

If you looking for a nice chill spot with amazing food and a great ambiance!!! The is the place!!!!…read moreAlso make sure you order the cornbread! Thank me later!

The Guru is a great event space located at the amazing Circa 1857 complex. It's tucked away toward…read morethe middle of the overall campus so it's conveniently located by the large interior parking area. This parking is off road, very large, fenced, and seems quite safe. The space itself is surrounded by other buildings and is medium sized. In keeping with the name, there are meditative motifs to the interior decorations. This space seems quite versatile, our group used the round tables with nice table cloths and folding chairs to enjoy a potluck and then hold a meeting. The space could be kept entirely open, used for talks or lectures, or ay sort of party. There are overhead doors on one wall that presumably could be opened for an indoor/outdoor event. Circa 1857 has such a great location on Government Street right be the Garden District, that it would be a convenient place to have a meeting or event. So don't hesitate to consider The Guru for your next gathering!

I hosted an event/mixer here last year and honestly the venue itself was the selling point for…read moreeveryone. The owner is very sweet and you can tell she truly wants to provide a unique event space at a reasonable price. Another thing I loved about The Guru was being able to bring in your own food. It was hard for me to find a venue that let me bring my own food but also had the right #aesthetic lol! I didn't even decorate the place because it already done. They provided me with the tables (high top, circle, & rectangle), chairs, and even have linens available. There are 2 bathrooms and a back room where you can have your food/buffet set up. They even have this really awesome bar cart that my bartender was able to use! It can double for a beverage/food station too. (You know I added plenty of pics :P ) This is an extra bonus but I recently learned they also can host meetings, interview recordings, and more so it's not just for parties or weddings. On top of that, learning that the owner works to give back to the community/non profits is heartwarming. If you need an intimate, "not too big but just right" space, give this place a look!

From intimate weddings to large corporate events, the River Terrace - the entire 4th floor of Shaw…read moreCenter for the Arts - is one of the most unique private event venues in Baton Rouge. The smaller indoor room has 22 ft glass walls and leads to a large "rooftop" style terrace overlooking the Mississippi River and downtown Baton Rouge. Throw in a sunset and you have one GORGEOUS setting for any event!

Great place to bring your friends from out of town for a night downtown in Baton Rouge. The…read moreestablishment has a welcoming staff, and Mother's provides a warm and inviting space for everyone to enjoy themselves. Grab a drink and make some memories in my hometown Credit: Photos via 225magazine

I had a very upsetting experience at Mother's Lounge during pub quiz night…read more I am autistic. I arrived late, did not have a team, and was standing alone in the corner trying to be unobtrusive. There was a small stage with a folding table where the quiz host was asking questions. Between questions, music would play while people wrote down answers, and I was singing along quietly. Staff told me to move away from the stage, and I did. Then they told me I was not allowed to sing along with the songs between questions and called it disruptive. The situation escalated from there. The context matters.This was a bar that does karaoke regularly, and there was already a loud song playing between quiz questions while people were writing down answers. I was singing along to music that was already in the room, not trying to interrupt the quiz or perform over anyone. I also stood as far away from the quiz participants as I could without going outside, and when I sang louder than softly, I turned toward the wall/corner because I was trying not to project into the room. Maybe the sound carried more than I realized, but my intention and my behavior were not careless or hostile. When I became visibly upset, they threatened to call the police if I did not leave immediately. I said I needed five minutes to gather myself and my belongings. They refused and told me I had to leave right then or they would call the cops. That is when I raised my voice. I understand venues have rules. But there is a big difference between enforcing rules and escalating an overwhelmed disabled customer who is trying to comply. This was humiliating and frightening, and I hope ownership takes disability awareness and de-escalation seriously.

The venue was beautiful and the staff were wonderful and so helpful. They helped make my daughters…read morewedding perfect! I highly recommend them.

We loved the time we got to spend here. Angela and Cindy were amazing, they helped me make this day…read morepossible and answered all the questions I had. Our guests loved the venue.

Beautiful venue. My goddaughter got dressed for her senior prom here. Everything was so nice. Large…read morespacious clean rooms. Great location. Venue could be easily used for a small wedding, reception, party, etc. Nice balcony with seating that you can see the Mississippi River from and views of bustling downtown streets. Street parking and a paid parking lot available. I'd recommend this venue.

Rented building for engagement photo shoot. Great intimate building two floors. Staff extremely…read moredelightful believe I made contact with Megan and also Felicia. We were able to get some great shots. I was aiming for the Louisiana Bayou feel however with a touch of class. Downstairs wooden bar is immaculate, stair casing esquire and I just loved wooden floors throughout the building. To top it off with a French style balcony. I have no regrets booking this place for my photos!

FREE Admission! Great historic site that is worth the visit. This site has two stories with…read moreaccessible elevators. The lower story has a ballroom and dining room, and the upper story is divided into bedrooms, each dedicated to a Governor that lived in the mansion. Upon entering, I was greeted by Alan who wonderfully toured me through the lower story and offered up some interesting facts about the site. I truly loved all of the exhibits and interesting facts about our Louisiana Governors. This site is in walking distance of many other attractions in the downtown area.

This is a free attraction. You could likely tour the building in an hour or less…read more If you can't guess from the name, a number of Louisiana's former governors, including Huey Long, lived here. Supposedly, Long, who wanted to be President, wanted the front of the building to look like the White House, which it does. Is it worth a visit? Well, sure. It's free and it's a part of history. It's not an amazing structure but it's interesting enough.

Oooohhhhh, the sights and the serenity here, especially sunrise & sunset. Easy to access these…read moreviews from the River Road in downtown Baton Rouge. Along the levee you'll find the mighty Mississippi River, USS Kidd/Museum, LASM and The Belle Of Baton Rouge. Perfect for photo shoots or just a spot to take some time away from the hustle and bustle of life. On the river, you'll find boat and barge activity, over the river you'll see the bridge and across the river you'll see the West Baton Rouge port. During the 4th of July, come here to catch the city's most spectacular fireworks show and festivities. This is just one of Baton Rouge's top spots to catch a glimpse of the city's natural beauty.

The levee has one of the most scenic views in Baton Rouge. The levee has many events including…read moreeverything from fireworks to festivals. The views of the Mississippi River and the Mississippi River bridge are truly beautiful. Definitely get here for sunrise or sunset to see some beautiful views.

It was late and they were close to closing but the bartender, will I believe was his name, was so…read morehappy to have us. It was a group of 6 of us. We had multiple shots and cocktails during the 45-50 mins we were there. He even cut on some music for us to enjoy. My aperolz spritz was very good. I tried a tequila he recommended. The sazerac he made for my friend was really delicious.

I saw a roach on the floor while i was eating my hummus. Hummus was great... roaches? Not so much.read more