Ashley the host was amazing and accomaded us quickly with seating. Very welcoming vibes from her…read moreand would definitely come back to see her.

Food was great, although a little pricey. Especially the iced coffee because they fill Ashley was…read morean excellent server, vigilant and nice.

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.

This is a nice little spot in the LSU area. Real friendly service and my chicken fried steak was…read moreperfect.. parking is a challenge on weekends and there's a bit of a wait at times. My 3 star is because being around the college with so much diversity i would have liked them to have a non pork breakfast protein option.. Also, their hash browns are country potatoes not traditional hash browns but are delicious

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

This place is awesome…read more I ended up here the other day not because I planned ahead. Instead, I was trying to meet a friend for lunch and he was so late that we couldn't get in where were trying to go. I saw the sign and off we went to Simple Joe Cafe. Simple, it is. Awesome food, it also is. This place is not fancy nor is it meant to be. This is a solidly Americana type menu and ordering at the counter, serving your own coffee, and picking your own table kind of place. AKA - the kind of place I love. I have been here a few times now and only had breakfast. Hint: they serve it all day. The two meat omelet is a great choice and has been my go-to. The other day some friends got burgers and a club sandwich and those looked great too. This will definitely be in the rotation for lunch.

The time has come to update my review of this New York Bagel location. While they still have some…read moreof the best bagels in Baton Rouge, they have moved from their historical Lee Drive location to Highland Road. Their new location is in the small strip mall next to The Drunken Fish. This new location offers a covered patio for outdoor dining, as well as ample parking in the private lot in front of the location. They still have all of their classic sandwiches and bagel pizzas, and have even added a few new ones! The main ingredient is of course the authentic bagels. These are the best in Baton Rouge, and are made by a great local business. It's hard to beat that combination. If you want something different, they also have Reuben's and Muffulettas.

Since they opened the Highland location, this is quickly becoming one of my favorite lunch spots…read more I've been enjoying eating my way through their menu since every sandwich option can taste just a little different depending on which bagel you put it on. If you're wanting the change from a bagel you can also swap it for a croissant (which I love!) I prefer the sandwiches to the bagel pizzas, but the pizzas are nice for a change. Their coffee options are really good too! And I always get suckered into grabbing one on my way out the door. The outdoor area has some cute patio furniture as well as tables, and the inside is very spacious while still having a good bit of seating.

Still great, continues to be a must visit, along with Mestizo Louisiana Mexican Restaurant on every…read morepass through "Red Stick". As the saying goes, it takes an hour to get from Baton Rouge to Baton Rouge. And pie makes it better. Get the pie flight. Get the boudin melt. Waitstaff and ambiance were spot on.

First time at Elsie's and I can definitely say it won't be the last! I've been hearing how good it…read moreis and they did not disappoint. We had about a 15 minute wait for a table for 2 on a Friday night. Our waitresses were so tentative and kind! We started with the boudin cakes! Really tasty with the avocado cream sauce. My husband kept wishing there were more than two! lol For entrees, I tried the crawfish hand pie and Brussel sprouts, along with a berry kick side salad! Everything was good. I particularly liked the fried jalapeños on the salad!! My husband ordered the Big Plate, includes fish, shrimp,and stuffed shrimp. The fish was fried so perfectly, just needed a few more shakes of seasoning! The remoulade sauce really shined and made the fish taste better. We finished with 2 desserts! The apple pie with ice cream and the turtle were both great! Overall, our experience was amazing! Our waitresses really anticipated our needs the entire night! We'll definitely be back for seconds!

My husband and I stopped in for drinks and an appetizer (around 5 pm, which is obviously not a…read moretypical lunch or dinner time!) There were only a few people there, so we had the undivided attention of our absolutely charming waitress. She cheerfully explained all the details of the happy hour we had chanced on, and we accepted her recommendation of the "LSU Margarita". She did not steer us wrong. Sweet, salty, faintly smoky, citrusy, it was a perfect margarita. My husband got a house salad, which was good - fresh and tasty - and we ordered hot rolls, which were honestly pretty meh. The service, tho? The thing that makes a visit to a restaurant - or the thing that ruins it? Well, the service was goddamn delightful. Will visit again.

This place was great! I've passed it many times driving down Government Street. It's typically very…read morepacked on the weekend but service was still exceptional! John our server was amazing, very attentive, suggested menu items, new cocktails, and more! This place is great for Burch dates, small and large groups. The outdoor patio was pleasant and very enjoyable for a spring Sunday morning! The cocktails were amazing! We tried the brown sugar bacon old fashion, the queens tea- a cocktail with hibiscus tea, strawberry, and sparking wine, the espresso martini, and the new spring peach cocktail that came with the candy peach rings as garnishment that was super cute! I got the breakfast sampler plate with breakfast potatoes, a side pancake, biscuit, eggs, and bacon. Everything was 10/10 and the atmosphere was the best! I'll definitely be back.

Had to come here to try the iced carrot cake cappuccino! Also decided to try a drop biscuit, great…read morechoice. Super flavorful! Service was fast, got my coffee as soon as I found a seat. Came on a Saturday afternoon, quite packed inside and the parking lot was nearly fully. Glad I tried the cappuccino, but I can definitely say that I don't taste any carrot cake flavor in it. It's still a good coffee, just not in a carrot cake way to me. I'd come back to try something else because I enjoyed the ambiance and the biscuit.

This was really yummy especially the vegan breakfast sandwich…read more The tomato jam panini one I felt I was eating more bread than the actual filling.

First time here and I had to ask what to do LOL Easy peesy…read more Grab a cup, get coffee, order beignets, sit down. Unlimited coffee. Got it. Definitely get the square beignets. The fingers aren't as good. I loved it. Definitely be back. The staff was hilarious.

We were passing through here on our way to Fla and had to stop and try there beignets. The wife and…read moreI had the Beignet fingers and they were excellent, very crispy outside and soft in the middle. They were really good and my wife also enjoyed their hazelnut coffee.

Leola's Cafe is a place I've always wanted to try and passed everyday. My sister hosted a…read moreGalentines Day here and it was perfect. The be building is nice and cozy and gives a homey vibe. The food was amazing. I had the Southwest Omelet which came with brisket inside cheese and avocado. Everyone else at the table had a bite of my omelet it was so good. It came with potatoes. I also tried their biscuits and cinnamon butter and they were chefs kiss. Perfectly made. The grits were a 1000/10. The best grits I have ever eaten and I've eaten man grits in my life. The service was so great. We had an amazing waitress who was so sweet and helpful since it was our first time and was able to help our large group during our visit!

Great experience for our large group! We had a Saturday 10:30 a.m. reservation for 17 people, and…read morethis place accommodated us perfectly. Haylen was our server and did an excellent job, very attentive, and all of the food came out incredibly fast. I ordered the hot sausage biscuit with cheese grits, simple but absolutely delicious. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meals. I also tried several mimosas (lavender, watermelon, and classic), and at just $3 each, you truly can't beat it. The food prices were very affordable too, which is a huge plus in this economy. The space was cozy and charming, almost like dining inside an antique shop. Overall, a great experience, and I can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu.