I am a fan of all things that showcase local in Baton Rouge. So, this event is right up my alley!…read moreThis year (hopefully it will stay at this location), it was set at the Burden Center. The sights were picturesque and plenty of room for the kiddos, who attended the event, to run around. Family-friendly... yes, this definitely was, and kids under 12 were free! It was calm, serene and the weather was plain perfect for this outdoor shindig. It was a garden party, indeed! Various restaurants were represented featuring chefs that knew Southern cuisine and where to properly source ingredients keeping it Louisiana grown and made. Craft cocktails made by area mixologists and bartenders, one being award winner John Morris from Sidebar/Bin 77 and desserts made by Les Amis Bake Shoppe. I have to say I was a tiny bit jealous of the kiddos, who got to roast hot dogs over the open flames; now that looked like a hoot! I enjoyed dishes creatively prepared by executive chefs and their sous chefs. Participating restaurants were: Magpie Cafe, Tallulah (inside the Renaissance) and Table Kitchen and Bar, just to name a few. Local grocery delivery company - IndiePlate - was also there to answer questions about Louisiana-sourced ingredients and to meet fellow guests. I am huge supporter in the Slow Food movement and I would love to see this event continue in the years to come. So, get out there and support your local chapter: http://slowfoodbr.org/. Tune-in for their various events, socials and educational seminars.

This event is simply AMAZING…read more Signing in was a breeze and very well-organized. All the vendors were extremely passionate about their dishes and presentation. You can tell by the unique flavors that emanated from each item. All the chefs and volunteers were extremely nice and welcoming too. You can tell A LOT of planning, preparation, and hard work were put into this event. The location was gorgeous to take photos! The weather was rather warm but the lighting was on point. There were activities to keep the kids busy while the adults sipped on locally brewed beer and sample amazing cocktails too. Overall, I hope to have more time to attend Slow Food BR events in the future. We will definitely try to attend next year's Fall Heat event.

This one here is a staple in the Baton Rouge business community. The burgers are always fresh, the…read moretables are always full of happy conversations and the scent of burgers hits you as soon as you open the door. If you order Togo it's done in 10-12 minutes and it's typically an in and out experience. I'm never there long and the staff is polite but not overly warm. I don't mind it because it really is such a nostalgic experience for me. They close pretty early so plan to be there no later than 2(at least that's always my plan). Don't go from 11-12:30 unless you have time to wait a little bit longer. They also have an affordable kids meal that comes with fries for about $5.00

An awesome, no-frills burger joint with super affordable prices! Being my first time and the menu…read morewas quite intensive, the staff was very patient and made some great recs. I decided to try the mushroom burger with curly fries. I really enjoyed the burger; it was grilled really well and the mushrooms on top came with a nice dressing. The fries were served hot and crispy. Overall a great meal, highly recommend to all!

I had an amazing experience at SoLou! My family and I celebrated our grandfather's 84th birthday…read morethis past Saturday, and I must say this restaurant was an excellent choice. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with stellar customer service that set the tone for our entire experience. Our waiter, Justice, was truly delightful. It was an absolute pleasure being served by him. He was incredibly friendly, patient and attentive, especially with our party of 14, which included children. His attention to detail and welcoming demeanor stood out, and his positive energy elevated our experience. Justice went above and beyond, and his efforts did not go unnoticed! The entire staff working on Saturday, April 4 was top notch. Everyone we encountered was warm, helpful and professional. From the food and drinks to the atmosphere and overall service, everything exceeded our expectations. I can say this was a 5 Star Brunch experience. I will definitely be returning the next time I'm in Louisiana!

Food was very good but the patio is not the place in late summer…read more The staff is friendly.

We came to this amazing restaurant to celebrate our uncle on his day. The service was great and the…read moreambiance was very nice and gave a family vibe. This is a great place to come for Sunday brunch or dinner. We started off getting their crawfish which was just okay. It could have been spicier and more seasoned. It came with potatoes as well which were pretty bland. My entree made up for the crawfish, however. I ordered the fried chicken with waffles and it was fantastic. The chicken was fried to perfection, hot, and crispy and I loved the buttery, sweet waffles. I tried a lot of their other foods and entrees ( a creamy fish dish-very good) from my other family members and I will have to come back to try more!

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.

Had the short rib flatbread. It was so good. Service was good and they didn't steer us wrong on the…read morerecommendations. It's a nice little place and not that crowded for happy hour. Only minus was food wait time and being charged for the extra pita/bread for the hummus. They really didn't give enough to dip into that delicious hummus.

Very good food - especially the appetizers. Great ambiance. Service was excellent. Will be back.read more

Have recently dined here several times after being away about 1 year…read more The menu choices are fantastic, and our appetizers, salads, entrees, and desserts have been extraordinarily delicious. The fish is always fresh, and the beef, and lamb is grass fed. We have tried several fish dishes as well as the lamb and beef tenderloin. You can't find better dishes anywhere in Baton Rouge Rouge! Even the hamburger with a side of truffle French fries is gourmet! Tonight I shared roasted Brussels sprouts with goat cheese for an appetizer, a grilled Ceasar salad with a touch of seared capers (really, really good), redfish Beausoleil over risotto and broccolini side. The dining room and bar is quiet with gentle music and an ambiance conducive to great conversation with friends and family. A great time for everyone. The staff is friendly, and our professional server, was helpful describing our selections and making our experience over the top!

Kayleigh (sp?) was an awesome server for our brunch at Beausoliel. The food was outstanding (good…read moreBloody Marys as well!) and we will definitely be going back to try the dinner menu. While we sat in the restaurant side, it appeared there was a pretty active bar area as well! The white tablecloths and service was very nice - Sunday brunch was busy but not crazy. And they take reservations! Highly recommend.

Zea is the perfect place for a Sunday Brunch. They don't have a designated Sunday brunch menu but…read moretheir menu offers a variety of food options. The frozen peach Bellini is unmatched!!! I ordered the Sedona Chicken Panini which is my absolute favorite menu option. Full of flavored with an option to add 1side. I highly recommend the corn grits as a side. The staff was attentive and the restaurant was nice and clean. Again I highly recommend Zea!

My FIRST visit here! It was the BEST ever! The food was so delicious! My server was excellent! The…read moreatmosphere was pleasant! I live out of town., but I will go back! Alyssa was my waitress and she was so pleasant! Kind and attentive! And beautiful!!I enjoyed every bit of my visit! Thanks! I highly recommend eating here!

My daughter and I went to Rouj Creole before heading to the see Hadestown in theaters for my…read morebirthday. We decided to split lots of appetizers since we knew a meal wouldn't do well sitting out in the car, and they honestly have such a great selection of appetizers that I never get past this them to the entrees. We started with the baked Brie and the Thai-ger shrimp. The baked Brie is a staple for me, and the pastry is so light that I could just go for this and eat a whole order by myself. It was our first time getting the shrimp but it definitely won't be the last! They were sweet with the right amount of spice. We followed it up with the crawfish and eggplant (my favorite!) and a crab cake. Hayden was our server and we cannot say enough good things about him. He engaged in conversation and remembered things we mentioned. He was pleasant and always was there before we could think about needing anything. I saw that they have a good number of appetizers and drinks available on the happy hour menu, so this may become a new happy hour spot.

I came here for a business meeting at 7pm, and we had the whole back room to ourselves and even a…read moreprojector! It was a pretty big room with tons of tables...great space for a meeting. I loved the ambiance for this restaurant! Business casual and upscale vibes but not too fancy. When we were waiting to enter our room, there were several water leaks in the roof that kept dropping on us. It was in several places in the host stand areas. I didn't like this because I kept having to move. When we got to the room, again, it was nice and big. We didn't have a prefixed menu, so we got to order whatever we would have liked from the regular menu. There was such a good variety of options! I got the Brussels sprouts and boudin dip to start. I highly recommend both of these as the portion sizes were huge! The Brussels sprouts were burnt and balsamic like, which is my absolute favorite. The boudin dip came with so many crackers and was delicious. For my meal, I got the chicken paillard. It was good but the portion was very small compared to the appetizers in my opinion. The chicken was very moist and flavorful. It filled me up because I had two appetizers, but I don't think it would be enough for me without having something to go with it.

Great location with a great selection of libations...The catfish was perfectly prepared and the…read moresauce divine! Ambiance and service will bring me back for more...

Food was lackluster. The cocktails were not that great. It…read morelooks like they're focused on their new endeavor (truce & chaos) and have left olive or twist to try and stay a float. It's sad because this place use to have good food & drinks.