The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Baton Rouge, May 2022

Anthony's Italian Deli

97/100 (1135 ratings)

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Cafe

Vegetarian Friendly

Italian

Deli

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Tiramisu

Salad

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Olivier Salad

Lasagne

Muffaletta

Pasta

Meatballs

Cannoli

Pesto

Fast food

Deli

Italian

Accepts Credit Cards

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Seating

Takeout

Dinner

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Mid-range

"The food was wonderful! The staff was very eager and willing to go above and beyond! I would recommend this place to anyone wanting an authentic..."

Tony N DeeDee Pass

"It one of my favorite places to eat - like comfort food for the soul just visiting. The food is great, the people there are friendly, and I’ve..."

Marvin Probot

"They have the best pressed sandwiches! The service is always friendly and fast. I drive across town often to eat here. Hands down the best sandwich..."

Angela Marie Roy

"Mama Mia what a gem Baton Rouge has. The Muffaletta is a mouth watering slice of heaven and the staff is always warm and inviting. I try to make it a..."

Chris Bird Culotta

"I don't think I have had better Italian food than what I have eaten at Anthony's. If you haven't eaten there, you must...your taste buds will thank..."

Kathy D. Desselle

"I had the muffaletta the first time and split with a friend. It was fabulous!! This time, my second visit, I had the lasagna lunch special. Best..."

Glynda DeLaughter Anderson

"The best Muffuletta sandwich ever! Awesome service, awesome food, a must stop! Thanks for the great lunch and friendly service on my way back to..."

Misty Johnson-Fox

"Whenever I am anywhere near Baton Rouge, I pick up muffulettas to bring home and freeze. Well now, I have to pick up orders for the neighbors too. ..."

Patti Johnson Orlando

"I've not eaten very many muffulettas in the Baton Rouge area but I have stopped at Anthony's Deli twice in the past three weeks. No doubt about it,..."

Donald Brown

"Love the authentic food and the staff is friendly and fun to talk too. Quaint and relaxed setting. Highly..."

Suzanne Jewhurst Niemeier

"Great place, fast service, good..."

Beau Bowman

"The Lasagna is to die for! Our first time eating there but it will not be our last. Can't wait to try something different on the menu!! Great..."

Narkeisha Knighten

"The best, friendliest, most energetic, authentic, reasonably priced, quick service Italian restaurant in town! Love me some Anthony's!..."

Rhunell Jordan

"This place is so good on so many levels. I love it. Presses Muffuletta with Pepper Shooters! Owners and staff are the..."

David Grunewald

"A must stop when in Baton Rouge for us! Nothing compares in..."

JoAnna Alleman

"You can't get more Italian than this in Louisiana. The muffalatta and meatball subs are fabulously filling. They have a variety of meats, cheeses and..."

Alyce

"Great Italian sausage and spegatti. Sausage is made in-house. Plenty of spegatti and sauce is excellent. Also get salad and bread with meal. Menu..."

Tigerpaw2.lsu

"Great place to get a delicious Italian sandwich. Everyone is so nice here. Their muffalattas are to die for. It is a small place, but you should..."

Laura Harris

"Awesome - Best Muffuletta.. Anthony's is awesome. Best muffuletta I've ever had. The spaghetti & meatballs are a must-have. I hate to put these..."

John B

"Killer..."

C_tread

"Only been once.... But it was great. Very..."

Ahines0619

"Spaghetti and Meatball. Frickin..."

Spooky

"Super friendly staff. I loved my spaghetti and meatballs. Can't wait to try more. If you haven't been then go. You'll love..."

Christy Cooper

"Amazing muffulettas, tiny little dining area, fun and flirty staff. Totally worth searching a bit for it. The sandwiches sound pricey but easily feed..."

Jenn Trixie Knapp

"A MUST TRY. Best Italian food money can buy for over 35 years.. tiny hole in the wall place owned and operated by a family from italy. Marco (the..."

Chef Jason

"Great muffoletta!!. As good as any I've ever had and way better than most!We will return to Anthony's when in..."

Johnny

"My favorite place in BR for Italian food, I even buy my lunch meats, sauce and meatballs from..."

Brian Borel

"FRESH. Fresh and tasty. I will go back when in the area..."

Frank

"Best Kept Secret in Town!. We ventured out to find Anthony's Italian Deli based on the urging of a friend. It was hard to find - and not really in..."

Lellie

"Delicious, but a bit too pricey for such a small place. It was 20 bucks just to get 2 po boys. Ill have to really be craving an italian sub to go..."

Swaggered Foodie

"I have to say this is truly a fantastic deli. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and authentic. If you love Italian delis then you must try this..."

Vincent Collins

"I've been eating at the Deli for over 30 years and I can't wait for my next visit. For a restaurant to last this long they have to be doing..."

Tony Cooper

"Wow! What a Muffaletta!. Probably the best muffaletta I have ever had. My husband and I ordered a whole muffaletta and it was more than we could eat..."

Love To Eat

"All I can say is WOW! GREAT FOOD! I found this Deli on urbanspoon and decided to give it a try. I was very skeptical of it because of the location...."

Kendall MrsKitten Stephens

"Best Italian sandwiches around and great family who owns..."

Kathy Wales

"I know Italian deli grub and these paisans have gotten it right!..."

Kevin Bullard

"Really Likes It. Still the best Italian in Baton..."

Kevin Ortego

"The Real Stuff. THE best sandwich in my lifetime is Anthony's Italian Deli called 'The Italian Special". It has several meats & cheeses, but not..."

Brandon McDonald

"Fresh and Delicious. The food was fresh and delicious. I definitely will go back. Don't miss this..."

Rhonda

"Love it. I don't know what it is about the bread they use for these sandwiches but it's to die for. I'd go more often if I didn't have to traverse..."

Swampcheetah

"Anthonys whooooooo. Love it, when I get a chance to be in that part of town I definatly make a stop to enjoy one of their delicious sandwiches, They..."

Gene

"Muffaletta as good as Central Grocery!. What else do you need to..."

Gina

"Kristy. This was the best bread! It seemed so delicate and delicious, and the owner was so adorable. We can't wait to go..."

Kristy L.

"An authentic Italian deli. It's a small hole in the wall but the muffaletta here is amazing. The best I've..."

BRfoodiegirl

"To Loupe, Anthony's has the best muff in town according to their following of loyal customers and many of the local critics here in town. It is the..."

Elizabetta

"Some of the best Italian food I've had. The best by far in this town. It's hard to pick a favorite, but you need to try the pizza..."

Twisted

"If you can find it you'll be more than pleased with the food. A true little "hole in the wall" with amazing..."

Moo4Freedom

"Best Italian food money can buy. For over 35 years this tiny hole in the wall place has been owned and operated by a wonderful family direct from..."

Chef Jason

"Probably the most authentic experience I had at Anthony's is when the owner and her son(or newphew I don't know which) were..."

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Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant

94/100 (2300 ratings)

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Contemporary

Seafood

American

Cajun & Creole

Contemporary

Cajun & Creole

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Seafood

American

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Dinner

Crab

Eggplant

Cakes

Cheesecakes

Tuna

Pasta

Shrimp

Fish

Crawfish

Cheesecake

Oyster

Pesto

Bread Pudding

Salad

Catfish

Crab Cake

Sit down

Contemporary

American

Seafood

Cajun & Creole

Highchairs Available

Serves Alcohol

Television

Free Wifi

Accepts Discover

Gift Cards Available

Table Service

Accepts Visa

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

Takeout

Full Bar

Wine and Beer

Seating

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Credit Cards

Parking Available

Wheelchair Accessible

Private Dining

Dinner

Mid-range

"One of the best restaurants in Baton Rouge- this place never disappoints! The food is absolutely amazing...I've literally never had anything I didn't..."

Leslie Beard

"Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in town with the most exquisite seafood and a great ambience in Baton Rouge. No matter..."

Morena Cazedessus

"This is a great restaurant in Baton rouge, located on Perkins Road. The food is excellent, the staff very friendly and helpful, and the management..."

Phil Bode

"Have been going to Louisiana Lagniappe for years and I can honestly say that I have never had a bad meal. We love this..."

Kelly Mixon Barbay

"Everything tasted great and we had excellent service. It is a bit pricey ..2 people $90 so it will be a once in a while place to..."

Lauren Cambre

"We had fried crab claws, red bell pepper soup (with seafood) and the Louisianne, fish topped with crabmeat. All items were excellent!! It is one of..."

Jodie Hebert

"Louisiana lagniappe is and will always be one of our favorite restaurants! We were there last night and the waitress Ashleigh (sp?) was amazing! ..."

Paula Martinez Smith

"All of the soups are wonderful! I always order the Louisiane-why change it if I always love it! Also-one of the best filets I've ever put in my..."

Jamie Taber Tarwater

"This restaurant never disappoints!!! Service, food, and drinks are always exceptional!!! Last night, my husband and I both started with the crawfish..."

Wendy Miller Johnson

"Great service, good sized portions, nice folks all through the restaurant and the seafood is the very best I've ever had when in Baton Rouge. There..."

Alan Ingram

"Wow! Absolutely some of the best food I've ever eaten. And an A+..."

Mike McQuiston

"The food was excellent and the atmosphere amazing! My husband and I went for our wedding anniversary and truly enjoyed ourselves. Our waiter was..."

Dusti Michelle

"Wonderful atmosphere, food was beyond our expectations, courteous attendants, met the owner, he made a great first impression. Definitely our new..."

Sandy Naquin

"This restaurant is upscale dining. Great staff, delicious food. Lovely..."

Charlotte Guillory DesHotels

"Food was excellent. Wait was too long...they need to take reservations. Tables too crowed together & noise level way too high. Loved the food, but..."

Julie Benitte Drouant

"Great food, high price tag. The fish tacos are amazing! That's what I got so that's all I can speak about. I think it's a bit overpriced, but I must..."

The Hungry Chick

"Entrées feature delicious renderings of Louisiana seafood fresh from the bayou and the Gulf of Mexico with sumptuous signature Cajun French style..."

Hey Foodie

"Spectacular, a bit pricey but worth it. Service is spot on, house oysters as good as anywhere in New Orleans. The array of fish preparations is..."

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"Definitely one of the best in Baton Rouge. Make sure you get there early to avoid the wait...it pays to eat early. Not literally but you get the..."

C Sticker

"Really good restaurant with amazing food. I generally order an off the menu steak called the filet Louisiana. Highly recommend that steak. No..."

Stephen

"Great service by the staff and the oysters were phenomenal! Also the corn and crab bisque is worth the trip. Plan to return when I am in the area..."

Emily Viator

"Early weeknight dinner. After eating at the Destin location for some 10 plus years we finally tried the location in our new hometown of Baton..."

Pierre Le Beach

"AWSOME!!!Best seafood in town! Huge hunks of crab meat in the crabmeat auguraren. Sensation salad is wonderful too. Lagniappe oysters are..."

Federico Tablada

"The crab and corn bisque was life changing! Huge pieces of crab meat and great flavor. Visited on a Wednesday evening and was surprised to find an..."

MKEFoodie13

"First time visiting and thought it was fantastic. Yes, many dishes were fried but they were all great. Service was fantastic. Hostesses helped seat..."

Kelly

"Frequently visit!. Have been here over 25 times at least over the years. Consistently great! Have had a couple of negative experiences, but it's too..."

Geauxtime

"Consistently Good Food. I've eaten at Lousiana Lagniappe about 7 times (I'm from out of town). I've tasted several of the entrees, but the one that..."

Lizwandre

"Waiting in the Bar had a good drink. It seemed that it was going to be fabulous, but by the end of the meal, everything was just okay. As others have..."

Cheree Ray Burnette

"One of the best in BR. This place is a cross between fine dining and a laid back Cajun kitchen. Me and my wife really love the atmosphere here..."

Movieguru873

"Nothing special about their food. Tastes good..."

Em11

"I wonder what the problems were for the 12% that didn't like..."

Jdad

"Great Seafood. I'm always skeptical to buy seafood outside the city of New Orleans, but I've seen a lot of great reviews. The food is great, I gotten..."

Dr. Rieux

"Great food and great service. Payed almost $100 on just me and my gf but we got the most expensive items on the menu and some drinks. Will go..."

Dillon Theriot

"Great food, excellent service, well-managed. The only downside is that the tables are far too close together. It really needs to move to a much..."

John Johnston

"Excellent food, never had anything that was not great, will be..."

Walter S.

"Definitely one of my favorite restaraunts, the food here is..."

Jordan Trosclair

"Lesguild. Just got home from our first visit to Louisiana Lagniappe. Wow, what wonderful food! Our waitress (Lauren) was the best ever. The marinated..."

Lguild

"Yum!. Since the outside looks like an old Mexican restaurant I didnt expect it to be so expensive not quite sure what I was thinking there (never..."

Lannabelle504

"Good food! Great Environment.. We took my mother and father here for dinner during the holidays. They had very good food. A little more expensive..."

Jenny

"The food is delicious, but the service leaves a lot to be desired. My server actually rushed me to order and never came to check on us. Also, my crab..."

Janna Whateverulike Zaben

"Food was definitely pricey but was really good. Wouldn't recommend it for a usual everyday meal unless you are well off. But would say it is a place..."

Byron J.

"Not cheap but good..."

Kevin Bullard

"INCREDIBLE!. I have been here a few times, and every time I go it has been amazing! My favorite items on the menu are the oysters lagniappe, the..."

Ma

"My all time favorite restaurant! All dishes are excellent; never a disappointment. A must for all visitors for an authentic south Louisiana seafood..."

Terri Thrasher Kring

"Worth the wait if you happen to when it is busy. Absolutely the best restaurant in Baton Rouge!!!! been there at least 30 times and can't wait to go..."

Mike

"Consistently excellent. The thing I love about this place is the consistency. I often order the fish almondine and can depend on it being so great..."

Swampcheetah

"C'est Magnifique. OK, rant first - PLEASE start taking reservations! I don't mind waiting (and you WILL wait - it's that good) but either improve the..."

John Dias

"This is my favorite restaurant. Get the ponchatrain with lump crab meat added. Simply amazing. Food is always consistent and fresh. Overlook the..."

La Foodie

"Really nice cajun food.. One of the better cajun spots in town. Hidden from tourists in plain sight, which is even..."

Aceinyerface

"Best Restaurant in Town. This place knows what they are doing. The food is the star. They dont' pretend to be upscale, but they have the..."

David

"The Best!. By far the best seafood and steaks in Baton Rouge. Filet was so much better than Ruth's Chris! Service is excellent, and the food is..."

Lewisl2003

"Great fooddddd. A little more dressy than Mike Anderson's and Parrain's and a little pricier, but the food is extremely high quality, unique and well..."

Dining Baton Rouge

"I liked this restaurant, or rather, I at least want to like this restaurant. Lots of near misses here. I had the seafood gumbo, which really..."

Sean Cornish

"Best Restaurant in Baton Rouge. There is no comparison in the city. Excellent service, reasonable prices, amazing food, and strong drinks! Have been..."

Stick Newchurch

"High-end Cajun/Creole food -- outstanding restaurant. Worth driving through a rare southern Louisiana snowstorm with crazy Louisiana drivers who are..."

Marq

"Great food!!. One of my favorite restaurants in Baton Rouge. The food is always fresh and delicious. Be prepared to leave stuffed because the entree..."

Lattaw1

"Long wait, because the food is GREAT! Had the bar-b-que shrimp as an app. They were terrifiic. Oysters bienvenue was outstanding. And as an entree I..."

Mr Biggs

"Greg Tasting Food and Service. The food and service was great. We went there because our son had given us a $75 gift certificate. The surprise was..."

Greg Vice

"I trusted the reviews and we stopped here on our way from Dallas to New Orleans. It was fantastic - and I'm very critical. The lobster bisque will..."

Angie Meyer

"Best Seafood in BR. This is the best and most consistent Seafood Restaurant. Great Soups and Gumbo, and great fish. Everything is good even the..."

Mark A

"Excellent food, menu and atmosphere. The Louisiana based menu is varied and the quality is always consistent. There are a lot of seafood choices as..."

Ronnie

"A Little Something Extra 9990 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (225) 767-9991 See Location On A Map Long regarded as one of the best Louisiana style..."

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