AMAZING food!! I had Boudin Balls and Crawfish Etouffe (HUGE serving!!!) Simply awesome! Rest of the fam had shrimp po boys and fried catfish w red batter. Everyone LOVED it all! And you have to try the cole slaw with peanuts, super great take on that dish! Staff is super friendly, waiter was so helpful! Thanks Jared!! We sat on back patio and atmosphere was perfect. read more

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Stopped by here on our way home from NOLA and this place is amazing. We were quickly seated in the dining room area, but you can choose to eat at the bar or patio as well. The staff actually turned the air down because I was so cold, upon my initial arrival, which I appreciated immensely. I looked at all the pics before we came, so I knew right away what I wanted to try. We ordered: Sautéed Crab Fingers/ Fried Green Tomatoes/stuffed Mushrooms I can't really single anything as a best bite because they were all great. The only thing we were upset about, was we don't know about this place sooner. That way we could've ate here coming and going back to Houston. Enter freely, they've been approved read more

Parrain's Seafood - Sautéed crab fingers, stuffed mushrooms, Fried Green Tomatoes (L-R) - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Oh my goodness!! I am not big on seafood at all, and I found their étouffée gross. But my wife enjoyed it immensely, and I love the New Orleans style barbecue gulf shrimp. It was the first time either one of us had tried crawfish and she loved it. The sides were awesome, including the Boudin Balls, hush puppies. We are so glad that we came here. Our server was great and the ambience was rustic New Orleans. And on a Friday night, we were seated immediately. read more

Really enjoyed lunch here. The place was packed and Jamie our server and the other wait staff were excellent. The salad was fresh with homemade ranch. I had the crawfish ettouffe and fried crawfish. The boudin egg rolls were really taste The vermillion was also very good. read more

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A great example of a Cajun/Louisiana restaurant!! Very delicious food Starting with decor, it's simple yet filled with local art. The service was also fantastic! Food and drinks came out with perfect timing, and our server was super kind! Those mango drinks were very I would definitely order again. I absolutely LOVED the oysters here. You can't go wrong with either option really: one is more filling while the other is more seasoned and classic. The mozzarella actually surprised me! The combination of marinara and pesto was very nice and good cheese pulls for a picture And by the time entrees came out, we were pretty full, but even the entrees were very delicious. They don't skimp here and is definitely worth the experience if you're craving classic seafood dishes from Louisiana. Some of the best I've had. Bummer they don't do anything for birthdays or celebrations but everything else was amazing read more

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We stopped here for some good ole Cajun food and was not disappointed. From crab claws to boudin balls, seafood platters and even seafood and chicken and sausage gumbo. Everything was hitting on point. Friendly fast stuff and vibes that make you feel like you're out at the camp. You must spot by if you're around Baton Rouge read more

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This place is what you'd exactly expect for a restaurant in the south. The place is rustic with a small town inviting vibe. The staff are all super nice. The food and drinks were just great. Went here a few times while in town for work. read more

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I always tell visitors to Baton Rouge that if they only have one evening in town, they should eat at Parrain's Seafood! It is so infused with South Louisiana culture and cuisine that it is a local landmark. The exterior resembles a Cajun cabin, with unpainted wood and tin. It even has cypress trees growing out front. There's a large porch with rocking chairs, you can wait here for the rest of your party to arrive, or you can do so on an indoor bench, or even the bar. Eventually, you'll be seated, and the magic begins! Maybe you want an appetizer? Or a few oysters if they are in season? These are good choices! The Bacon Wrapped Shrimp or Fried Green Tomatoes are two of my favorites. The latter is pretty spicy! Then comes the main course. There are so many great choices it's hard to decide. It is a seafood restaurant, so maybe you will go there? My favorites include the amazing Whole Fried Catfish which always has more flavor than fillets; the BBQ Drum is also great, grilled with the skin side down; and then there are so many ways to have fillets. All are righteous! Not feeling fish today? Not a problem, as they have a Turf menu with luscious Lamb Chops, and other delicious options. Maybe you want a Po-Boy? That's always a great choice. Almost all entrees come with a choice of side, so you can customize the dinner to your tastes. Most also come with a salad, which is always refreshing. There's also soups, gumbo, and whole meal salads. It should be noted that this is a popular place! Sometimes one must park out back under the Interstate and walk up to the front. Don't let this discourage you, as the interior is spacious and divided into many small dining areas that make you feel cozy. The staff is courteous and efficient, so you'll be taken care of. While it's not fast food, the kitchen manages to fill orders in a very reasonable time frame, even while they are serving a large number of customers. read more

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My husband and I are here for our anniversary and had Brie as our server! From the moment we walked in we were greeted with smiles! Brie was very friendly and helpful and helped us with ideas for the area! The food was perfection! My mahi and shrimp and smothered potato were to die for. My husband's fried shrimp and catfish had his mouth watering! They were busy for the graduation season but the ambiance was wonderful and everyone was having a great time! Will 100% be back next time we come to Louisiana!! read more

Amazing! The seafood platter was enough for my husband & I both since it was HUGE and we even had food to go! The fried shrimp, onion rings, hush puppies & crawfish were good & the gumbo was full of shrimp. The corn chowder was creamy! I wish it would've had a tad more rice in it but definitely delicious. The parking was tricky since we had to park in the gravel which was muddy because the lot was full but other than that it was an excellent experience. The service was friendly and the place was clean. I do feel the place could use an update but overall it was a delicious experience! Yes, I recommend this place! Cheers! read more

Parrain's Seafood - Tossed Salad - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Was recommended by hotel staff, glad they told us as this was one of the best food experiences we have had on our roadtrip. Parking Lot was packed (parked next door at a closed business). Was worried that wait would be long, nope, friendly Hostess seated us right away. The dining areas are spacious & clean Met our waitress, super nice & helpful with menu. Sweet Tea was good, our sides of salad & coleslaw were good. Our appetizer of stuffed mushrooms were AMAZING, wife does not like mushrooms & loved these (too much in my opinion- LOL). I will always remember these !!! Our main dishes was some of the best food we have had (EVER). I was in crawfish & seafood heaven - Each bite was a slice of it here on Earth. No joke. Even the bread was amazing !!! We will go out of our way to come again if a roadtrip brings us anywhere near Baton Rouge. read more

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Had an amazing experience at Parrain's Seafood Restaurant. I absolutely loved the atmosphere - especially during LSU Tigers football game days. There's just so much energy in the air, and it really adds to the whole experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made everything feel even more enjoyable. What makes this place even more special to me is that it was actually the first restaurant I ever ate at in Louisiana - so it ended up being my introduction to Cajun cuisine. Safe to say, it set the bar pretty high. Overall, great food, great vibes, and a memorable experience. Would absolutely come back. read more

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Popped in on a wednesday night after a long day of travel. great service. friendly staff. would come back. read more

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Rolling though Baton Rouge I immediately thought seafood. In this case Gulf of Mexico fish. I once lived in Baton Rouge for a short stint so I was familiar with good fresh fish Cajun style. Let me say Parrain's has GREAT fresh fish. The drive up is telling of the incredible history of the restaurant and the region. The building old school wood built reminds you of an old southern bayou fish house. The friendly staff is evident upon entering. Everyone said hello and welcome. There was no doubt of Parrain's popularity as it was bustling with locals at the early dinner hour. The decor is simple, natural and cool, southern LA style. Ive never considered LA a 'southern' state in the traditional sense as it possesses a style unique and unto its own. You have to experience it and feel it to know it. The natural wood and wooden tables and basic decor governor a homey feel. We started with fried green tomatoes appetizer wow! Topped with crawfish too. I included a picture of an empty plate only because we attacked it when it hit the table. Incredible fried green tomatoes. Next up I stared with a half dozen super fresh oysters with all the accompaniments, fresh horse radish, cocktail sauce, and tobacco. My friend had a cup of gumbo. More on that later. For the next up my friend had the Atchafalaya fish with dirty rice. I don't get a taste but it looked like some damn good Cajun fish fillet. I went with a bowl of gumbo. Freshest I've ever had filled with shrimp, okra, and much more. Incredible gumbo. Both came with a fresh warm long roll. Our server was really great. Full of personality and on point with descriptions, ingredients and making sure to inquire of any food allergies. She knew her menu and business. I just wish I remembered her name as she definitely deserves a huge shout out from the two boys from Chicago who are also in the business. Everyone there was truly excellent staff and the patrons were all smiling laughing and enjoying. What's beats going local for Cajun Baton Rouge fish? Nothing. When you're in the neighborhood stop in and see these folks. read more

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A friend insisted I check out Parrain's during my visit to Baton Rouge, and spoiler alert--they were absolutely right. So right, in fact, that I went twice! This family-style, barn-inspired restaurant is a true Louisiana gem. Despite the place being packed with families and guests clearly there for a good meal, I was pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. From the moment I sat down, the service was attentive and friendly. I needed a moment to browse the menu, so I started with a bowl of seafood gumbo. It was rich, flavorful, and generously packed with a variety of seafood. The warm bread served alongside was the perfect touch. For my entrée, I chose the seafood pasta paired with a side of coleslaw. The portion size? Very generous! I had dinner plans later that evening, so I had to stop myself from finishing every bite--which meant I had to return the next day. Round two included a taste of their chargrilled oysters, boudin rolls, and the seafood platter, which came with a sweet and creamy sweet potato mash that stole the show. Again, the portions were large, especially for the price. The atmosphere is warm, lively, and family-friendly, and the Southern hospitality shines from the staff to the food. Whether you're a local or just passing through Baton Rouge, do yourself a favor and dine at Parrain's. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Walked in & were told 45 minute wait for a table for 2. Open seating at the bar, walked in & sat down & served immediately by some fun & friendly people. We had the stuffed mushrooms and boudin eggrolls. We split a pasta dish with a yummy creole sauce filled with shrimp, crawfish & crab. The food was delicious and good portions. We needed to go boxes. Next time we are in Baton Rouge, we would definitely dine here again. read more

Parrain's Seafood - Boudin Egg Rolls & stuffed mushrooms - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity of meeting a friend for a few days in Baton Rouge, LA. The area was very different than New Orleans everything was kinda spread out, but the area had excellent food. I didn't get a chance to visit LSU campus like I wanted to ran out of time, but I ate at the most delicious restaurant called Parrain's Seafood Restaurant and ordered the "Whole Shebang Platter" with fried catfish, fried crawfish, fried shrimp and stuffed shrimp. The platter came with seafood gumbo and ordered a loaded potato for my side. It came with a fresh garden salad and ordered the house spicy jelly vinaigrette. This platter was a 5/5 stars especially, the spicy jelly vinaigrette dressing. I also ordered a side of half grilled oysters and were also delicious. The seafood tasted very fresh and the service was excellent. I enjoyed sitting in the bar section. If you're in the area, I recommend stopping at Parrain's. Happy Yelping :) read more

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My co-workers told me this place was one of the bests They were absolutely right! I've never been in a restaurant where everything - from the salad to the appetizer and main meals were excellent. The mozzarella, fried green tomatoes, ousters, hush puppies, , the .... Everything .. was delicious .. and the staff were funny and out up with our laughs and The Cornish hen-- is to life for .. the oysters ... you need to try them If you visit Baton Rouge .. this is the place read more

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The food was amazing. Service not so much. I did have dinner late in the afternoon so they might not have been fully staffed. The decor was crazy. Looked like an old boat house in the Louisiana bayou. I wanted a pic of my food but it looked so good I gobbled it up before I realized I forgot to take a pic of it. So good! Had the mahi with a shrimp gravy over the top with sautéed spinach. Loved it! Now go get you some! read more

Parrain's Seafood - Front entrance. To go and get you some good food! - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Ended up here because another area location had an unpublished "private event" you only knew about when you walked to the front door. And boy am I thankful! Folks here on staff were attentive and friendly. The fried crabfingers and traditional chargrilled oysters were second to none. Different in a superb way. Easy going, nice interior. read more

Parrain's Seafood - Trad'l chargrilled lots of cheese - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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I had a pretty good time here. They tried to screw it up, but I persevered. I tried to sit at the bar with the grill roasting the oysters for full effect. Although there were multiple empty seats abound, no one would clear the old dishes from either the bar or the bar tables around it. This was strange as employees were pretty much every where. After standing in multiple locations trying to wait for them to clean a spot for me to sit I grew tired of trying to sit here and walked away shamefully. Then it hit me... I had completely forgotten that I was wearing my invisibility cloak and they could not see me. I should have been more aware when using that kind of tech in Louisiana. It was strange because the hostess could still see me when I got back there. I ask for a table in the dining room and I am promptly sat. My server was cool. A bit forgetful. She pulled it off eventually though. You go girl. Proud of you Marijen! Music is like rough if you are over 23. It was loud, unfamiliar, and in some cases unsettling. I guess I am now old. Servers were singing as they walked by, so that's good. Food was great. I loved the traditional char grilled oysters a lot. Only gripe is a few were as big as my hand and I had to slice them up. Tasted great though for sure! I don't eat salad. Not sure my she brought it. Told her not to. I had the fried crawfish etoufee. It was fantastic. I loved the mix of the fried tails with the etoufee. Hit it with some hot sauce and holy dang my goooooooodness!!! I ate all of my food like a fat pig. I'd come back in a heartbeat. '25 - 31/111 read more

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Was down at LSU for move in day, congrats to my niece Gabby future Dr!! I looked up some places this spot had great reviews and when we pulled up To the parking lot it was packed, i said this food has to be good and they didn't disappoint. They said it would be 30-40min wair but tuened out to onky be 10, which i was thankful because ppl were wairing inside outside-- slight hack there is seating at the bar and a whole secrionnof tables that are first come First serve along with TV's to watch sports. We got a shrimp Po Boy and some crawfish etoufee and Neither dish disappointed- it made me want to try some other dishes too! Everything wa ls seasoned well and shrimp cooked to perfection. Our server was nice, attentive and food came out quick. I look forward to coming back when back in the Bayou! read more

Great crawfish and friendly staff!!! I had the crawfish étouffée and the fried crawfish. It was fantastic! The staff was also very helpful and very friendly. I would highly recommend. read more

The manager Evan Rogers was so rude! While we were sitting down eating, he instructed the employees to carry tables over our head just to set up an area for another party coming. When we addressed this manager on my aunts birthday 12/15/25, he was so dismissive, he didn't care, his attitude was DISGUSTING!!!! I hope he get fired because his approach to BLACK CUSTOMERS IS SO DISRESPECTFUL! He almost dropped the table on my husband and a baby that sat next to us in here. I hope he get fired! He don't deserve this position! Our server Nikki is thee very best!!!!! She should be manager!!!! She cared more than the manager. NIKKI DESERVE A RAISE!!! She went above and beyond to connect us to who we asked for! We love Nikki! read more

Parrain's Seafood - The manager who was so disrespectful and uncaring of the safety of us as customers tonight! Evan Rogers - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Portion sizes were very large. No line if you get there by 5 pm. Otherwise there is a line. Food was good. read more

Parrain's Seafood - 2 Piece Catfish with Cauliflower. - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Busy place! The whole fried catfish is perfectly done and seasoned judiciously, and it's served with delicious hush puppies and hand-cut fried potatoes and peanut coleslaw (delicious) and dirty rice (just okay). The fried shrimp are excellent. The Whites of Their Eyes cocktail is a very potent glass of a blend that's downright weird and without any redeeming quality. Service was unexceptional but adequate. Ambiance? Re-do needed very soon. read more

Came for a birthday dinner. Party of 20. Seating was fine. Waitress seemed new. No one ever came out with waters for the table to start. I had to request waters. They didn't come around busting the tables after appetizers before the entrees so we had no room. I started to clear our tables and move the used items to an empty table nearby. A server who wasn't ours and want trying to help yelled at me to not do that but ma'am what else are we to do. Overall everyone was happy with there food and drinks. The service was not the greatest. read more

We are at Parrains twice while in Baton Rouge. Once for takeout Po Boys & the other we ate dinner with our group. Takeout was excellent and it's so nice you can order online & pickup your order. Our group ate here for dinner. We had a short wait for our large group but we were seated pretty quickly. Our server was absolutely outstanding! He was so kind & hilarious! He gave the best descriptions of the food that made you what to order one of everything! But he also helped us make decisions on what we wanted to eat. He made our evening he was so great! The food was absolutely outstanding! Everything was fresh, hot & tasty! We got our classic Baton Rouge fix at Parrains! read more

Parrain's Seafood - New Orleans BBQ Shrimporleans - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Right next to Magpie and Zippy's Ordered: Seafood Gumbo Pontchartrain Andouille Encrusted Fresh Fish Sides: sweet potato mash, broccoli, dirty rice All very good and flavorful! Service very friendly, attentive and informational. They give a lottt of food, so come hungry! & the Bread is DELICIOUS- very buttery and soft . Great for casual dating, family outing, lighting is dark enough for a solo date. Lots of seating! Great for big groups- call ahead to reserve seating for large parties. read more

Parrain's Seafood - Andouille Encrusted Fresh Fish - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Worth the wait - but you are going to wait! Once seated the service will be fast and prompt and it's just worth it. We ordered several appetizers as well as 6 different entrees with our party and every one was perfection. Note that the environment is very loud and busy, hard for a large group to talk. read more

Everything was great. Food was delivered quickly and was hot. Waitress was on her game, quick refills, answered any questions we had.

Great solo lunch this afternoon. Had the salmon with a stuffed potato. It came with spinach also. Nice soundtrack piped through and the place was decorated for Christmas. This is one of my favorite places so of course you should go. Specializes in seafood, in case you didn't know. Chandler was a fantastic server! read more

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This place is so busy! It's like a cozy, family vibe! We stumbled on this place while visiting Baton Rouge & it was packed! We waited maybe 10 minutes for a party of 7 which wasn't bad! The service was good! The food was good! I enjoyed the stuffed shrimp! I definitely want to visit again to try the oysters! read more

Excellent food, service and ambiance. Great alcoholic drinks and family atmosphere. Nice music read more

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Service was friendly and attentive to gluten free requests. Food was top-notch, especially the oysters.

I grew up on the bayou so my bar is extremely high for seafood restaurants- and Parrain's hit all the marks! I enjoyed the 1/2 crawfish étouffée 1/2 fried crawfish tails and it was flavored packed and cooked perfectly. The server was extremely kind and diligent. They had a packed house and we were still seated and served quickly and with quality. My grandma enjoyed a stuffed potato and my aunt enjoyed the eggplant appetizer (which was phenomenal!) It was loud and very high foot traffic so just be aware of where you sit. read more

Parrain's Seafood - 1/2 Crawfish 1/2 fried crawfish tails - Southern Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Sister restaurants with Chimes. The sautéed crab fingers will always be a good choice! read more

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Keli was our server. Although she was friendly, she didn't seem all that happy. I'm guessing it's because the busy restaurant is a lot to handle. We ordered and very quickly received our food. The portions are definitely plentiful. My party was a party of five. One of the members of our party was my little one. I shared my soup and salad lunch with her. We ordered the gumbo. It is so chalked full of all kinds of creatures from the sea. There were plenty of base shrimp and pieces of fish and crab. We got so much crab that we even got some of the shell. Everything was so well seasoned. The gumbo, the soup itself is so good. I love the flavor. I hate that I am allergic to shellfish and could not have much but the little bit that I did enjoy, it was through the roof. I mean, it really was top notch. I don't know what classifies as an upscale or classy restaurant, considering I am in the south. But this restaurant, I felt, was pretty nice. Most people are dressed very casually, but I could see how this might be somewhere that you would come to celebrate her birthday or graduation or something like that. The catfish po boy that was ordered was at least the length of my forearm. These pieces of catfish are not itty-bitty. To get the po boy, fully dressed means to have lettuce, tomato, and pickles on it. Their coleslaw is a little sweet and is inclusive of peanuts, for those who have allergies. It is mayo based. It is not vinaigrette based. The flavor is very good and actually really refreshing. I like the crunchiness of the peanuts. The hush puppies are perfectly seasoned and not over fried. I didn't realize it when I ordered it, but I probably should have asked for my salad with the rest of everybody else's meals that came out. On top of that, if you are like me, I really appreciate an ice cold Caesar salad. This one was fairly warm. There wasn't anything wrong with it, but I would've liked it if the lettuce were a lot more chilled. The salad is inclusive of cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmesan cheese and croutons. I could've done without the croutons. I am not big on them, never have been. Although the restaurant was very busy, service was on point. Everyone was on top of it and was doing something. Any request that we had were very quickly met. I stopped by the restroom in the very beginning of our visit here. The restroom has two stalls and actually wasn't all that well kept. Luckily all the fixtures are working and are in good repair. I just think a little more attention could've been paid to them. read more

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The food was great. Service was above average. Loved the cole slaw and the paneed fish. Great ambiance. The place was hopping on a Monday night. read more

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I called my hotel to find something to eat late night. They suggested this place. It didn't disappoint. I ordered the raw oysters with a small étouffée and the bbq shrimp. It was the bbq I'd had it was Cajun with a rich brown roux. It came with buttered mini rolls I tried the roux and roll first after finishing the large gulf oysters. The oyster came with fresh horseradish and it didn't disappoint. The roux was so good i finished a whole roll just dipping it in before I touched the shrimp. The shrimp was great with about a dozen all smothered in the roux. The étouffée was also great I had a small order that made me want more. I'll look forward to returning here. read more

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