What an absolutely incredible dining experience! The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about both the food and the service. Everyone was so helpful and enthusiastic, and it was clear they truly care about creating a memorable experience for their guests. I visited during Restaurant Week, and the menu was outstanding. I ordered the arancini, steak medallions, and chocolate torte, and every course was spectacular. Nino's truly knows how to deliver exceptional Italian cuisine. I would honestly rank it as my favorite Italian restaurant in Baton Rouge. Shannon, one of the owners, was especially knowledgeable, welcoming, and helpful, making the experience even more enjoyable. My only hope is that they continue to grow and expand so they can keep serving the Baton Rouge community for years to come. I can't wait to come back! read more

Nino's 7512 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810 IG:Tonylameats My last Restaurant Week pick done RIGHT at Nino's! I started off with that melt in your mouth Caesar carpaccio (raw ribeye but make it fancy) and those crispy crab arancini with the rich smoked tomato hollandaise; straight flavor bombs. For the main, the squid ink spaghetti with shrimp + jalapeño pesto was DIFFERENT in the best way! And that veal milanese over red wine risotto? Crispy, tender, and packed with flavor every bite. Dessert sealed the deal! King Cake panna cotta with orange curd was smooth, creamy, and perfect for Mardi Gras season. Plus that mascarpone cheesecake was light, rich, and straight dangerous. $62 for this whole experience during Restaurant Week is a STEAL! If you haven't checked them out yet, add it to your foodie list! #TonyLaMeats #RestaurantWeekBR #BatonRougeEats #ninosbr #italianfood read more

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Baked ziti. $28 bowl of pasta. Expedited more meat. Service was good but won't go back.

Perfect candle-lit cozy date spot. From the moment I walked in to when I left, the staff was incredibly friendly. Service was very quick. They had a vegetarian menu - which had a variety of pasta options. In addition to the vegetarian menu, other items like salads on their regular menu are vegetarian as well. Their pasta is all homemade and it tasted amazing. I got the burrata salad, of which I requested beets be added to - delicious. Then the vegetarian baked ziti - of good size and definitely shareable, I ended up bringing a box home, also delicious. Their wine and cocktails list was pretty extensive as well. Ample free onsite parking. Whether you're looking for the perfect date night spot, girls nice dinner spot, or elevated family dinner - this is the place. 12/10!!! read more

Nino's - Vegetarian Baked Ziti - Italian Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Amazing! A quiet fancy atmosphere. Our waitress was amazing! The food was amazing. The drinks were very strong. But it was wonderful! What we got: Free bread - make sure to get some of the Parmesan that's in the oil Berry bourbon smash House made ricotta - SO good. The ricotta was amazing Caesar salad - good! Beets and goat cheese - I feel like this didn't have a lot of cheese. I had a lot of beets and peaches Baked ziti - so filling and good Pasta rustico - the sauce was amazing. The mushrooms were great! Highly recommend read more

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Well apparently 11 years ago me went to Ninos for restaurant week with my sister too! I believe Nino's has had some ownership changes since then but I can attest these owners and staff are so eager to please! The owner came up to our table when we first sat down for lunch and talked us through the restaurant week menu - I'm so glad because we took her suggestions and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Our selections: 1. Carabaccia - an Italian French onion soup. Amazing. My favorite is the very thought out way that the toast was on top rather than soggy in the soup. Genius. 2. Croque Milano - good but I think the pesto overpowered the sandwich. Reallllly enjoyable the next day. Dipping sauce for the gnocchi was 10/10 but wanted a little more pop of flavor from the gnocchi itself. 3. Fruit tart and zucchini bread - fruit tart was perfect because I love a fruit tart and when it's well executed it's amazing. This zucchini bread though was elite. Definitely toasted in a little butter before serving. So. Good. I'll definitely be back and I love that they are open for lunch now! read more

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I love pasta, it's not my favorite place but I tried the traditional Pasta Alfredo and it's good

Great food ! great service! Tiny intimate and romantic at night but good for a celebration lunch too We will return soon! read more

Everything was amazing! It's a small place so pretty intimate and the literal only drawback of the night was that it can get a little noisy when every table is filled. Everything else was phenomenal. Drew, our waiter was soo nice and very informative. The service was top notch. So many people coming to the table for waters, clear plates etc. they apologized for a delay we didn't even realize had happened. Now the food was amazing! Homemade everything. We got the burrata caprese, Ninos Caesar salad, Cap ribeye special with pesto rigatoni and the pescatore pasta. Can't say enough about how good everything was! The Dressing on the salad was out of this world. You can really tell it's all made from scratch. The fish, shrimp, mussels and scallops were cooked perfectly. The steak was delicious and the homemade pasta was incredible. We got the chocolate decadence cake for dessert and it has a little hint of chile that really warms your throat at the end and was surprisingly nice. So glad we tried it finally! Best Italian in Baton Rouge by far. read more

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The ricotta appetizer was amazing could eat three plates of that alone. Specials were good and decent portion size. Tiramisu was excellent. Server was very kinda and knowledgeable of the menu. The restaurant makes you feel like you are in an episode of the sopranos old school dimly lit just the way Italian restaurants should be. Romantic spot to take someone on a date. Would highly recommend! read more

Great little spot for a romantic dinner. The food and drinks were great. Our waitress was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. read more

Everything here is freshly made and delicious . We went on a Weds evening. We had a friendly, very good server. The chef made duck confit- excellent. I couldn't finish my gnocchi- Hubby got a seafood dish. He said it was delicious. This was our first time here... we will return. Oh, their margarita is made with freshly squeezed lime juice. Yummy! read more

Atmosphere was great. Service was excellent - Drew was knowledgeable and attentive! The food was OUTSTANDING!! The Shrimp Cakes appetizer is a must! read more

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Amazing flavor and so fresh. BEST Italian. Super small, with a cozy atmosphere. Definitely recommend read more

Best Italian food in Baton Rouge Bread and pasta made from scratch and wonderful customer service read more

Cozy place for a romantic date night. All of our dates here have been phenomenal. The gnocchi & tiramisu are my favorites, but all of the pastas we have tried have been amazing. Make sure you get a reservation before going or you may be stuck sitting at the bar. My boyfriend and I have been going here since he took me here for our 1 year anniversary when we were in college. We have even come back up from New Orleans to dine here since we moved. 10/10 spot! read more

Our first trip to Nino's certainly will not be our last! You can't go wrong with seasonal, farm to table ingredients and top notch service. We felt welcomed from the second we arrived and were impressed by the attention to detail and quality of the food throughout our entire meal. The food and service were impeccable and we can't wait to visit again! read more

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Our server Drew was phenomenal and very knowledgable! The food was fantastic and the cocktails were quick to come out, definitely coming back! read more

Nino's - Italian Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Popped in to try this place that I've seen from my car for the past decade and was pleasantly surprised! First, plenty of parking on side and back of restaurant. It's bigger than it looks from the outside. On the inside it was well lit that you can see your server and the food and still dim enough to be romantic for a date. Staff were pleasant and friendly. The place and bathrooms were so clean (unusual for BR) The best thing though is the food! It was fresh, authentic, delicious! It made me a pasta lover again! Nino's is a wonderful place for a date night and best Italian food. read more

A group of 8 of us had lunch at Nino's yesterday. We ordered a bunch of different things and really enjoyed them all. The service (Drew) was great and we're all looking forward to going back. A+++ read more

After hearing nothing but amazing things about Nino's I finally had the chance to go for a recent birthday dinner. As others have noted, they strongly recommend making a reservation. I was able to make a reservation for 2 a week ahead of time, although I'll note there were several tables that sat empty while we dined. It also looks like they offer takeout if you're not able to secure a reservation and still want a delicious meal! Everything from start to finish with our dinner was absolutely fantastic - drinks, house-made table bread, appetizer, entrees, and dessert. I appreciate that everything was house-made, including the tiramisu which is to-die-for (I would go back just for that). Our waiter (Daven) was fabulous, described the specials in great detail, and made tasty recommendations. I'm looking forward to having another reason to go back (although why do I need a reason to eat delicious food?!). The restaurant itself is small and cozy with just the right level of ambiance music playing in the background. read more

Nino's - Pescatore - Italian Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

We once again enjoyed a spectacular meal at Ninos. The chef accommodated my selection for Pescatore which was off the lunch menu and he did not disappoint. The meal was simply and absolutely delicious. Service and ambience were perfect read more

Why haven't we eaten here before? The service is the best, Paige was so friendly and nice to chit chat with us. Anything on the menu is so fresh. We had the burrata and it was amazing. I had the cap steak special and my husband had the fish and seafood pasta. My spicy gouda pasta was the best I've ever eaten. Make reservations and go!! read more

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Friendly service, excellent menu,in a personable environment. Lots of individual attention with that quaint little restaurant feeling. Had a friend in town , always wanted to go here so we went . Got the fish special and enjoyed. Better yet did not have to break the bank to pay for it afterwards! Will go back and take the wife. read more

What an absolute pleasure to dine in this intimate and inviting restaurant! When we first walked in, I wondered if the noise level would be distracting because every single table was occupied. Once seated, I was pleasantly surprised that the feeling was just one of many people enjoying being treated with care and enthusiasm and enjoying the company of others. What a lovely place for a date, a celebration or a weekly night out just because. Jeremy was our server and he was knowledgeable and gracious and knew just when to step in with a suggestion or to serve our orders. I started with a delicious cocktail served in a beautiful glass and then had a glass of Cab with my meal. Our food was beautifully plated and perfectly prepared. We enjoyed the Burrata with warm olives, Bolognese, Slow Braised Beef Cheeks and Tiramisu. All perfectly delightful; rich and decadent without being overly heavy. I can't wait to return to Nino's soon to try other culinary pleasures on the menu! read more

We had been meaning to try Ninos for a long time and the only thing that we are upset about was that we didn't go sooner. From the moment we walked in the Hostess (Alysia?) set the mood, making us feel almost at home and put us at a great table in the charming intimate space. The wait staff was moving quickly but wasn't intrusive and the signature drinks were top notch... the Bartender even took the time to bring one to us which was nice. The owner even stopped by and took what I'm sure was more time than she had to talk to us about what seemed to be her pride and joy while genuinely seeking feedback. The food fully exceeded expectations and the buzz that we've heard. I had a perfectly prepared Fillet expertly plated with amazing sides, my wife had the Porchetta and it was even better than my entree! We finished with their Tiramisu that was delightful and made a fitting finish to a pefect experience. 10 out of 10... Will be back. read more

We have been here three times since the new ownership and we will be back again! Shannon was very helpful in assisting me with getting a table on a busy Saturday night. The atmosphere is great and the food is even better! read more

Amazing food! The ricotta was absolutely heaven, and the Bolognese was excellent! Jamie was a great server, and overall the atmosphere was excellent for a fancy night out. read more

Food was phenomenal, very flavorful and fresh. You can taste that everything is homemade and very well thought out. The service was also so refreshing and everyone was very nice. Best place for a romantic Italian date night in BR. read more

If you want handmade pasta in Baton Rouge I'm pretty sure this is the only place you'll find it! And they do not disappoint. Dishes are inventive and thoughtfully prepared. The place is so small so you have a very intimate dining experience, which is really nice. Service is always great. This is the nicest Italian restaurant I believe that Baton Rouge has to offer. Highly recommend for your next nice dinner out! read more

Food is awesome, service is amazing. I recommend this place highly. We will definitely go back there.

Met and exceeded all of our Yelp dreams! We walked in on a Friday night about 7pm with no reservation: they were fully booked but offered us bar seating. It was perfect for us because we got to chat with the owner and chef Elton. The lemon drop was delicious. It wasn't super sweet or strong to taste but was actually pretty potent! We took the chef's recommendations on the carbonara, bolognese (perfect amount of spice) and of course the cookies for dessert. It was the best Italian meal I've had probably in years. The cookies were warm and chewy served with whip cream a perfect substitute for milk. This made for a prefect impromptu date night and we will be back again! read more

Nino's - Carbonara Pasta - Italian Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I will always promote and give Nino's a 5 star! This BR little gem in a must try! They make their pasta fresh in-house and you can tell from that first bite. Their drinks are always crafted well. You must get their cookies for dessert. It's a small little place so I definitely recommend making reservations so they can get you in! read more

Amazing Amazing Amazing... thats the only thing that can describe our experience at Nino's. We went there for a celebration and the ambience, the service, the food made us have a great time. The martinis were on the spot. Loved them. We had their daily special for appetizer. It was a Bruschetta- with smoked snapper remolade with green onions. OMG.. it was so good, we really wanted to go for seconds. The pasta dishes we ordered both had fusilli pasta. The dishes were so perfect, the pasta was at right texture. They said all their pastas are homemade. Really amazing. Perfect place for a date night. The only disappointment for me was the dessert. We ordered Tiramasu but we felt like it didnt saok the coffee concoction as much as needed. We had bites of it where the cake(lady finger) part didnt have any moistness in it. But we still will go back if given a choice again. read more

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Delicious food and amazing service! Our food was so good. Service was quick and the waiter was so friendly. He helped us decide what meal we should get because EVERYTHING on the menu sounds delicious. This restaurant has such a small romantic vibe. Lovely for a date night. We will be back! read more

You will not get any better fresh Italian food in Baton Rouge or nearly anywhere we have been. You can taste the freshness in every bite. Every dish is so well balanced and flavorful. Whether it is white sauce or red sauce doesn't matter. My absolute favorite in BR! And the drinks are amazing too! read more

INCREDIBLE!! it's hard for me to find a restaurant in BR that doesnt make me feel sick after eating. Ninos has gained our trust over and over. They are one of the only places in BR that does true farm to table, fresh, house-made ingredients - and you can tell!! New owners are incredible people. you can tell they are giving their all to this restaurant. Love love love this place. read more

Food is amazing! Homemade bread Great specials - seafood options Quaint atmosphere read more

Genuinely might be my new favorite in BR! I didn't even know this place existed considering I drop off my packages at UPS next door. The food, drinks, service and everything in between was 10/10s across the board. The bruschetta is a special but should be on the menu 24/7 because of how good it is. I also recommend the lombardia and fruit crisp for dessert! read more

I had been wanting to try this place for a long time. I should have waited longer. It's a hole in the wall, and those are usually very good. I don't understand the hype. Parking was awful. We had a reservation, and service was still very slow. The bread, salad and tiramisu were great. The pasta bolognese was bland and disappointing. Thank goodness the portion was not big. It was too disappointing to eat it all. The service was slow. I think the kitchen was overwhelmed. It was too expensive for a mediocre experience. It is not likely that I will return any time soon. read more