The Best Bars for Foodies in Baton Rouge

One of the coolest American cities, the Cajun-style Louisiana capital of Baton Rouge is a hot spot for culture, cuisine, excitement, and fun. The best bars in Baton Rouge "laissez les bon temps rouler," delivering plenty of legendary good times for the people headed out for a few drinks and a few laughs. But where are the smartest, savviest people in Baton Rouge headed out to when they're looking for a great time out in Baton Rouge? Welcome to our Tastemaker List. Here, we've put together a list of the most rollicking bars in Baton Rouge. From neighborhood honky-tonks and piano bars to upscale cocktail spaces, the best bars in Baton Rouge have plenty of great times for everyone. Grab a table at one of these spots and enjoy some great times tonight!

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14 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	Sullivan's Steakhouse - Baton Rouge, Superior Grill - Highland, French Market Bistro…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse, Mexican, Bistro…
Neighborhoods:	Baton Rouge…

Sullivan's Steakhouse - Baton Rouge

$$$$

Steakhouse

Baton Rouge

4.1

1787 reviews

Live music, prime cocktails, and traditional steakhouse features make Sullivan's Steakhouse one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. Grab a seat at the bar and try one of Sullivan's famous martinis. The signature "Knockout" features Clementine vodka infused with fresh golden pineapple. A "Pear and Egg" mixes clover honey, lime, and egg with Grey Goose. For a twist on an old favorite, try the cinnamon-spiced old fashioned with Woodford Reserve bourbon and black walnut bitters. Pair those drinks with one of the bar bites, like tuna poke shooters made with English cucumbers, mango, and avocado.

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Superior Grill - Highland

$$$$

Mexican

Baton Rouge

5.0

250 reviews

One of the best Mexican restaurants in the city is also one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. This exciting and colorful spot delivers a full list of "superior signature" cocktails. Try the "Monkey on a Stick," with strawberry jam, Regan orange bitters, and fresh lemon juice. The "A Night in Oaxaca" features Montelobos Mezcal, pineapple juice, and St. Germain. Stop in during the daily happy hour for specials on draft beers, mixed drinks, sangria, or house wine. For a meal, get the can't-miss fajitas with flour tortillas, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

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French Market Bistro

$$$$

Bistro

Baton Rouge

4.6

606 reviews

An upscale and elegant fine-dining spot off of Baton Rouge's Highland Road, this French-accented spot features one of the best wine menus in all of Louisiana. The cellar features over 250 bottles and 15+ wines by the glass, along with prime beers, cocktails, and spirits. Grab one of those excellent drinks to go alongside the superb Southern-Italian menu at the Bistro. Try the lettuce wedge with crumbled blue cheese dressing, or the choice-cut filet mignon with garlic mashed potatoes. The "steak house dinner" on a sizzling plate comes with Fleur-de-sel-butter and a blue cheese lettuce wedge.

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Fleming's Steakhouse - Baton Rouge

$$$$

Steak

Baton Rouge

4.7

975 reviews

This Mid-South City location of the famous national chain features one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. Along with the prime steaks, chops, sides, and salads, Fleming's delivers a full list of wine and hand-crafted cocktails. Try a white wine from France or Sonoma County, or a red from Italy or California. Local-favorite cocktails feature hits like the California Jam Jar with ripe strawberry and citrus or a blueberry "lemon drop" with candied lemon and Tito's vodka. Go back in time with the "Spanish Heritage," featuring Bacardi Ocho rum, lime, bitters, and house-made poblano syrup.

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Mansurs On the Boulevard

$$$$

Contemporary French

Baton Rouge

4.7

1285 reviews

A prime wine list at Mansurs makes this French favorite one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. Grab a seat at the bar or in the dining room to enjoy one of the restaurants' 350+ wine selections along with a creative local menu. Start with ice-cold oysters on the half shell or prime charbroiled oysters, or try the special crab cakes Covington with remoulade sauce. Be sure to go for the "Here Today, Gone Tomorrow" visiting fresh fish prepared two ways. Try the "A'la Cocodrie" with crabmeat, green onions, and mushrooms, or "A'la Orleans" with toasted almonds and Gulf shrimp. House-favorite duck Mansur is twice-roasted and comes with Chambord blackberry sauce.

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The Gregory at The Watermark

$$$$

American

Baton Rouge

4.1

523 reviews

Only a small stroll away from the waterfront and the LSU Museum of Art, the upscale Gregory restaurant is a prime spot for some of the best people-watching in Baton Rouge and some of the city's finest craft cocktails. It's the place to go with friends and family after a game or after sightseeing in the city. Peruse the "libations" menu for Gregory's top-notch selection of drinks and local beers. The craft beer menu features a wide range of choices from the best breweries in Louisiana. Diners to The Gregory can choose from favorites by Gnarly Barley, Tin Roof, Great Raft and Lazy Magnolia. Don't miss one of the restaurant's signature cocktails, like the "Best Ever" Amaretto Sour with egg white, Brulee lemon, and bourbon.

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Juban's Restaurant and Bar

$$$$

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Baton Rouge

4.6

882 reviews

A historic spot in Baton Rouge, Juban's is one of the centers of the city's nightlife. Head out to the Juban's Courtyard bar to experience one of the best bars in New Orleans. This lively "contemporary Creole" restaurant is home to some of the finest beers in the state. Try the Gnarly Barely "Juicifer" citrus IPA, or the Parish Brewing "Canebrake" Wheat Ale. Try some of the restaurant's excellent, state-spanning cuisine with a Juban's Original craft cocktail. The Juban's Honey Bourbon is a sweet treat, and the restaurant also features a signature martini with Citron vodka and white cranberry juice.

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BRQ Restaurant

$$$$

Barbecue

Baton Rouge

4.7

874 reviews

Fine Southern barbecue alongside craft cocktails and beers makes BRQ one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. Start a night out with some of the restaurant's excellent appetizers, like smoked queso with Louisiana shrimp or crawfish. There's also pepper jack stuffed "Boudin balls" or a crispy pig's ear with pickled pepper and farm egg. Try one of the local beers, like an Urban South "Holy Roller" IPA or a NOLA "Hoppyright Infringement" IPA. Craft cocktails are potent and creative. Go for the "Slow Burn" with Sazerac rye and bitters, or a "Carrot Magic" with Ancho Reyes, carrot juice, and lime juice.

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Stroubes Seafood and Steak

$$$$

Seafood

Baton Rouge

4.0

1301 reviews

Seafood, steak, and a great cocktail menu make Stroubes one of the best bars in the city. It's also the place in Baton Rouge to get the Louisiana-favorite Abita beer, with a menu of Abita favorites from its "Purple Haze" to the "Andygator." For cocktail lovers, the classic Sazerac is on the menu here, as is a pineapple martini with triple sec. Don't miss one of the Stroubes whiskeys or bourbon, with selections from Angel's Envy, Bulleit, and Basil Hayden's. The Louisiana food favorites on the menu include crawfish beignets, made with cream cheese, sriracha aioli, and bacon jam.

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Ruffino's

$$$$

Steak

Baton Rouge

4.7

2018 reviews

Wood-fired pizzas and plenty of excellent cocktails and beers make Ruffino's into one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. This celebrated pizza spot on Camellia Boulevard is a nightly hot spot for a diverse crowd seeking out Italian classics and a great time. Select from the Ruffino's excellent wine menu to go along with the wood-fired pies at Ruffino's. Go for the suprema pizza, with pepperoni, Italian sausage, and prosciutto. Start the meal with one of the Louisiana favorites, like seafood arancine with jumbo Gulf shrimp or wood-oven roasted oysters with tasso garlic butter and romano cheese. The menu also features classic pasta and specialty dishes like spaghetti and meatballs or chicken alfredo.

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The Little Village - Downtown

$$$$

Italian

Baton Rouge

4.5

1192 reviews

The downtown location of this Louisiana Italian favorite is one of the top spots in Baton Rouge for an excellent glass of wine. Stop into this bright and welcoming spot for a meal and a glass of the sparkling Italian or French wines, or a sterling white from Napa Valley. The lush reds come from Monterey, Italy, Argentina, and the Napa Valley. Port Wines from Portugal provide a sweet dessert option. For dinner, be sure to try the Louisiana seafood arancine with roasted tomato cream or the seafood-stuffed mushrooms with local favorites and lemon butter.

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Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine

$$$$

Contemporary Southern

Baton Rouge

4.7

175 reviews

This local-favorite Louisiana hot spot takes its place as one of the best bars in Baton Rouge. A fun and lively spot, Beausoleil features all the traditional Bayou decorations and menu fixtures. Be sure to go for one of the classic Louisiana cocktails, or stop in during happy hour for specials on drinks and domestic beers. Along with the spirits, be sure to try some of Beausoleil's excellent cuisine. Go for the sauteed sweetbreads with seasonal mushrooms and caper berries, or the crispy Brussels sprouts made with creole cane syrup and goat cheese.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Baton Rouge

$$$$

Steakhouse

Baton Rouge

5.0

2210 reviews

The Baton Rouge outpost of this nationally-renowned steak house is one of the best places for a meal and a drink in Baton Rouge. Grab a seat at the bar or in the dining room for sizzling steaks, fine wine, and excellent cocktails. Go for the original "Big Easy Hurricane" straight from the legendary recipe, or the colorful "Ruby Red Greyhound." There's also a fascinating twist on the cosmo with a raspberry rosemary version.

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Stab's Prime Steak & Seafood

$$$$

Steakhouse

Baton Rouge

4.6

633 reviews

An elevated spot for steak and seafood in Baton Rouge, Stab's is a lively location and one of the best bars in town. Stab's features some of the best wine in town. Grab a glass of sparkling wine from Napa Valley or Sauvignon Blanc from Sonoma. There are interesting whites from Oregon and full reds from the Russian River Valley on the extensive list. For dinner, try one of the prime porterhouse steaks or a jumbo barbecue "Shrimp and Grits" meal with toast points.

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