Food is always good and consistent, service can be slow at times especially on weekends but the…read morefood makes up for it. If you want a 50s diner feel with a Louisiana interpretation this is the spot.

Definitely a bit sad & flavorless but a classic LSU diner…read more Eggs were majorly overcooked, grits were flavorless & biscuit was a bit dense & dry. The service however was amazing and very hospitable.

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

Ok, so this is a Serious Double Cheeseburger. It's the kind of cheeseburger that you pick up and…read morecan't put down for 2 reasons. The first reason is that it tastes SO GOOD! The second reason is that it's SO BIG! Hard to get your mouth around, but you can do it if you try. The staff is always great and try to be fast to get your order in and serve you even during the busiest of times with a smile on their face. Unless you know where Dearman's is located, it can be difficult to find for the first time because it's subtly located in a strip mall establishment. Once you walk in though, you'll be taken back in time to the white, black and red-themed diner atmosphere and open kitchen. Plenty of seating and parking available.

What was once a pharmacy turned lunch spot, Dearman's has become a nostalgic fixture in Baton…read moreRouge's dining scene. They staved off an eviction nearly a decade ago and have somehow managed to stick around for a total of nearly 7 decades. Dearman's is the last legit diner in the city. The interior is a trip back in time. The spacious dining room is complete with retro furniture, checkered floors, and old school artwork that feels like something out of the 1950s. The decor screams pure Americana and is one of the biggest draws for the many patrons that come through daily. My favorite part is their juicy burgers. Pair it with their crispy fries and their old school milkshakes, and one has a complete meal. The burgers are hearty, and the portions are substantial. They also have salads, other sandwiches (tuna is my go-to), and various options for loaded fries. The other awesome part are the prices. Minus the double cheeseburger, there are no items that exceed $10 on the entire menu. The staff is young and always enthusiastic, and they play a big part in making this place such a destination. It is group / kid-friendly, and an ideal lunch spot. Orders can be placed online, but I recommend eating in for the full experience.

Service at lunch was Awesome,Parking was Tight.The service and food was Better than Most.I had the…read moreCrawfish Pie ,my Daughter had the Chicken Pot Pie,Chicken smoked in house .It was the Best i had ever eaten in my life.Everyone has eaten some type of Pie.This was off the chain.Did not have room for desert..Iy's easy to find off Goverment St.down from Old Baton Rouge High School......

Another one of those places that you dream about after you have had it once! This is going to be a…read moremust stop for us every time we are in the area! The pies are to die for! Sweet and savory - you have all the options and they are all good. My husband decided to be the rebel in our group and try one of the burger options and it was also amazing. Flavor was great and the portion was on point. We left with a to-go order of sweet pie slices and fully tummies! Shoutout to the service here - everyone is SO NICE and helpful. The restaurant was busy when we stopped by but everyone in the space made you feel so welcome with smiles and suggestions.

Frank's hit the spot with a big, satisfying breakfast spread. The chicken fried chicken biscuit was…read moreincredible, and both the boudin balls and chicken fried steak were packed with great flavor. The meat lover omelet was super filling with very generous portions. The only letdown was the beignet bites, which didn't quite live up to standard, but the savory dishes and famous biscuits make it well worth a visit. Lastly, not enough vegan options.

Today after church my family and I attended Franks for the first time. The establishment was…read moredecorated with various farming equipment and pictures as well as family photos around the building. There was a very diverse range of people and families as well. Our server was very attentive and made sure we were satisfied with our meal. I personally had the French toast combo, with scrambled eggs, bacon and a biscuit. During the meal I also tried some of the grits my husband ordered as well as my son's pancakes. Everything was good! Especially those pancakes! My husband ordered the omelette and grits, and he throughly enjoyed!

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

The food was great. The service was fast friendly and they had a lot to talk about and they were…read morealso funny great ambience a bike is spoke and hub theme of course. I got the hash brown bowl and the wife got eggs, turkey sausage, and hashbrowns. They have a large variety on their menu, many options all the normal breakfast options and more. I'm sure you can find something great to eat here we did. and they also have adult beverages. I recommend spoken hub. It's a wheel of a deal.

Our waitress was working the bar and our table, so she was not around much. Our appetizer came out…read morewith our food, which took a long time. They apologized for the wait several times and they were not very busy. One of our food orders didn't get put in so one in our group didn't get his food. He had to wait for his and we finished eating before his food came out, we got that one to go. I will not go back. S.C.

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

with a lively, casual atmosphere and plenty of choices on the menu…read more The Bananas Foster French Toast is probably the thing I'd tell somebody to try first. Brioche, bananas, that rich Bananas Foster flavor...it's definitely on the sweeter side, but if you're going to brunch, sometimes you just have to commit. LOL. The menu has enough variety that everybody at the table can usually find something, whether you want breakfast, something savory, or one of the heavier brunch dishes. Just keep in mind that some menu items use tasso or other pork-based ingredients, so I always pay attention to what's actually in the dish before ordering. The restaurant itself is bright, busy, and has that fun brunch energy without feeling too overdone. Service is generally good, although like most popular brunch spots, things can slow down when they're packed.

Okay. Look the building is old. And ac was struggling, it also didn't help that it's been well into…read morethe high 90s this week. Lord I was dying. HOWEVER. The food was perfect. We loved everything. It was my first time. I ordered chili cheese fries and chicken tenders. I LOVED the chili on my fries. Never had a better chili (specifically for hotdogs/fries)! And the root beer. Look I don't even love root beer. It's okay. But this home made stuff is nectar from the gods of Olympus themselves. The employees were so warm and welcoming and we can't wait to be back.

What a cool place! Definitely old school burger joint located in a super old building, but man oh…read moreman, those sweet ladies keep it CLEAN!! Stopped for lunch in Baton Rouge on a road trip from Okla to Orange Beach, AL, and so glad we did! Burger basket served with fries and a drink for $10.99, you can't beat that!! Of course we chose the root beer to drink, served in a frosty mug, and complimentary refills. Root beer made from scratch, every day, on premises!! It was soooo refreshing!! It is counter ordering and your number called for counter pickup. Food was served quickly, fresh and hot! Definitely a repeat when in the area. I loved the southern charm of the employees!! They were the best!!

I loveeee this coffee shop!! I wish there were more locations but when I'm in the br area this is…read morethe place!! Food was so delicious and fresh! The people there are so kind and the coffee is worth the drive.

This is a very nice place, have plenty of seating inside & outside. I tried the peanut butter cold…read morebrew, which it was advertised as unsweetened so the cashier recommended to add maple syrup, my mistake was to only add one pump since it usually makes it super sweet but unfortunately I couldn't taste not the syrup or the peanut butter BUT the vegan breakfast sandwich was just amazing, so yummy, it was a whole meal. I'll make sure I come back to try any other coffees for the season. Service was great btw, super fast.