This might be my favorite casual meal in Baton Rouge for 2025. Since George's closed I havent found a reason to be in this area. It was too painful for me to not be driving here to get jalapeno cheese fries, a burger, and putting a dollar on the wall. But damn, this place has cured me of that sadness. I am disgusted that I had not been here sooner. We arrived during the lunch rush but were able to sit at a high top in the bar. The place is small so you may have to wait. It will be worth it. We started with some cheese curds. I cannot accurately convey how amazing these were. I have no idea what kind of cheese it was, what they did to make it so great, or how ranch added an additional wow. Trust me, get these. They are awesome. The burger, oh the burger. This is likely the best burger I have ever had in BR. If you are a burger fan, you must ad this one to your list. I haven't had every burger in BR but I have had a few. This one is the tops. Great patty, cooked perfectly to order, juicy, and super flavorful. Service was friendly but slightly slow which was likey due to the lunch rush. Parking is under the overpass and a little muddy at times. You will be fine. Come here. You won't be disappointed. read more

The Overpass Merchant - Cheese Curds - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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We visited the Overpass Merchant to plan a party over lunch. We sat on the patio because it was an absolutely beautiful day. Our server was very polite, however not very attentive and we almost had to seek her out a couple of times. The cheese curds were amazing as always. Unfortunately, I did not care at all for the shrimp tacos. I was a bit disappointed because this is not the experience I have grown to expect. read more

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I've only gone here once, but I enjoyed my time there. The servers were very kind and attentive, and the food came out pretty quick. The fried cheese curds were heavenly! The coating was almost tempura-like. The pork buns were good, but if you're not a fan of cilantro, you should definitely stay away. It was very loud inside, so if noise bothers you, try to get a seat on the patio. My only issue with the food itself was that I ordered an avocado as an addition to my sandwich, and I got a very small slice that was rubbery and underripe. read more

This is definitely a first time experience. First the parking is actually under the overpass, but the scene is very vibrant. Excellent service with a smile, and it got busy quickly as it was game day for LSU, great bar which I believe that's why most were there, but in a good way. The truffle fries as a starter came with two dips, garlic aioli, and ketchup, they were crisp and the shredded Parmesan enhanced the taste. The shrimp tacos were very nice, good portion and shrimp was plump and delicious, but the star was the pork belly buns, great flavor with char the bun was sweet and matched the savory perfectly. Loved the vibrant atmosphere, and will be back for the Sunday brunch. read more

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Great brunch spot. It's locates literally under an overpass. Lol. Their specialties are these huge sandwiches on biscuits. I loved the spicy pineapple margarita..it was a little sweet and had a kick. The shrimp and grits had nice flavor. I like my grits a little creamier but that's just me. My chicken sandwich was huge! I will admit that I thought the biscuit was a tad bit dry. Overall a good experience with a variety if interesting menu items. read more

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Went for Sunday brunch as it was one of the only places open at 9am. Super cute inside, and our waitress was nice but not great. Food was good, biscuit was bleh, and parking was interesting. Ordered: Sunrise fries: so much flavor and really loved. The sausage gravy is amazing The honey chicken cheddar biscuit: the biscuit had absolutely no flavor. It was fine cause we paid extra for the sausage gravy and just smothered it with that. But if you didn't, you may be disappointed Parking Really considered giving it a 3/5 for this, but this could be new user error. We parked under the overpass, and it had rained the day before. It's gravel, so there were a ton of potholes and pools of water. I was very scared driving out of it in my car. Just be warned if you have a small car, parking may not be amazing read more

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Went on a rainy Sunday! Was seated immediately. Had my nieces, mom and brother with me. Our waitress was AMAZING! As my picky eater nieces took forever to order. Food was amazing!!! Love the set up of the inside. Can't wait to try lunch or dinner menu. read more

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Great atmosphere and service. Everything we tried was good. Great place to take guest gives a really cool local vibe

The food and drinks were good. Service was well and server was very patient with us. The only tiny issue I had was that it's a very small restaurant. Not enough room for private conversations and everyone is kind of elbow to elbow. Other than that, I will be visiting again. Good was extremely delicious. read more

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Always love coming to the overpass for good drinks and the cheese curds! Wasn't super impressed with brunch today, the biscuit was a little dry and the chicken wasn't up to par as it usually is read more

The Overpass Merchant - Chicken cheddar biscuit and cheese curds - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

All really good. Apparently Mondays is trivia ight which is fun! Always sub fries for those lovely truffle fries. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the margs are great. If you're a ranch girl like myself, their homemade ranch is fire read more

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The food was really good and came out super fast! We got the brussel sprouts, burger, and kale Caesar salad. We loved the ambiance of the place. read more

The Overpass Merchant - Brussel sprouts - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Vibe was good. Wasn't a thing that wasn't over salted. Service was over the top great for such a small joint.

I was able to come back again for brunch and it was absolutely delicious. No brunch would be complete without their orange juice. read more

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Cute little restaurant with a charming atmosphere. Our waitress was incredibly friendly, adding to the pleasant experience. It was quite loud inside, which made conversation a bit difficult. The food came out in a reasonable time. The fried green beans weren't to my taste, but I can see how it can be a fan favorite for others. The burger was delicious and perfectly cooked. However, the French fries were overcooked for my liking. Overall, a decent spot for a meal with good service. read more

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I have been following Overpass Merchant for sometime on Instagram and it finally worked out for me and a friend to make it here for lunch. We started lunch with an app of Cheese Curds. It was my first time trying Cheese Curds but my friend had them before and she said they were great, I agreed. Being that it was a Wednesday we took advantage of the taco special; I got the fish and she got the pork. They were both on point (and we know our tacos )! Service was friendly, professional, and quick. Loved the ambiance and super cool decor. I will be back next time I'm in BR! read more

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Great outdoor lunch spot. Patio is small so get there early. Really good burger. They change the menu frequently which is fun as well. read more

Went on a Saturday before the dinner rush so got seated right away. There was 3 of us and we all got drinks and food. Ordered the special which was a jerk salmon. While I didn't necessarily taste the "jerk" the salmon was cooked to perfection. The bread pudding is what put the whole experience over the top and cannot recommend enough. read more

The food was really good; although we wanted lunch, we were there around 1pm so we had to order off the brunch menu, and have to say - the food was great! My husband and I each got a Caesar salad that had peperoncinos and was a great touch. Although the food was great, the service was extremely slow. It took a while to get one drink, or get our change from the bill. It was great to try but I'd definitely try another place when in the area. read more

This place has really surprised me. Solid burger and fries. The grouper sandwich is fantastic. Specials on Wednesday night--tacos and a really good $8 margarita. Parking is a challenge. But good food choices for a decent price. Cozy atmosphere. Give it a try. read more

Josh is an amazing bartender! He made great recommendations and the drinks were delicious. He also offered cute little games we could play at the bar for entertainment. 11/10!!! read more

Went yesterday and had black coffee and a mezcal inspired cocktail that was wonderful (and I'm not a mezcal fan per se) and then had an absolutely delicious shrimp and Gouda grits with a monteleone sauce. Breakfast heaven folks! read more

Food was very bland. I also was no impressed with their drinks, tried the spicy margarita and it just tasted off.

The service was terrible, food took over and hour and was terrible the Mac and cheese was cold and the fish tacos were terrible and overcooked. The place wasn't even that busy. Check that off my ever going back list! read more

I am still amazed at the popularity of this place. I have been numerous times as people want to meet there. I truly do not get it. It is small, loud music and most seating has an excellent view of the rest room. Though she tried to act polite, our waitress was indifferent to serving the wrong meal to one on our party. The food was greasy and I felt bad for a few hours after. I definitely told the others to please not invite me if it is their choice again. read more

I'll start with some positives: Overpass Merchant has a great atmosphere, an awesome chicken sandwich and a pretty good burger. I've been several times and everything was great. However, this last visit was a huge disappointment. I'm hoping this is not the new norm for this place! First, our chicken biscuits were very burned on the bottom, and the kitchen still served them to us that way anyway. Second, our shrimp and grits were not good. They tasted like spicy tomato sauce mixed with vinegar. Worst shrimp and grits I've ever had. Finally, the bread pudding was also very burned. I'm hesitant to come back here if this is the way they do things now. Hopefully Overpass can win me back one day, I really like that chicken sandwich.... read more

Great food and I definitely want to come back to try their dinner menu, as it has more options. I ordered the chicken sandwich,added avocado, and a side of truffle fries which is an extra cost. I was afraid the chicken might be too greasy, but it was perfectly fried. The fries tasted homemade. The aoili was a little bland in my opinion but it could just be preference. The service was also extremely fast to say they had a full house and it was Sunday brunch time. The restaurant is fairly quaint so be mindful if you're arriving with a large party during a busy time. read more

The Overpass Merchant - Chicken sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Admittedly, I haven't been here in awhile. However, it's a spot I frequent and it's amazing. I'm writing a review because I just went somewhere else, got their truffle fries, and was compelled to write a review on these. These truffle fries are the best I've had. The burger is great. The place is precious. Always a hit! read more

It was super busy, so had to wait for a table for a while. All of us were excited to try the breakfast burrito but were disappointed when they couldn't just make it without cheese for us with lactose intolerance. Everyone was leaving when we got seated, so place was pretty empty but food still took super long and came out cold. Parking was flooded as well. One of my worst restaurant experiences ever. At least the one person who could have the burrito really enjoyed it. read more

Stopped for lunch on way home from spring break. Totally agree with the reviews. This place is amazing. Our waitress was so attentive and the food was absolutely delish! Will definitely be back! Highly recommend the cheese curd, club sandwich, & burger. read more

The Overpass Merchant - Chicken club sandwich & truffle fries - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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I won't lie my first impression of this place was "is it even open?" I couldn't see the title of the restaurant from across the street looking at it. The only markings on the building read 'S.SCIMECA' which was not the name of the restaurant, so it threw me off BUT we decided this had to be it, so we drove across to a VERY rough parking area under the overpass, filled with crater sized holes (or lakes ). To my knowledge this was the only parking for the restaurant, and I highly recommend not wearing your favorite white pair of shoes parking here because it was ROUGH to say the least! Once we walk into the restaurant, it was absolutely lovely. Cute, cozy, artsy, rustic, classy all tied into one. Then I noticed how many people they had on staff, it seemed like a lot for how small the restaurant was, which was a good sign to me. The staff also seemed to be enjoying their time, smiling, greeting, consistently checking in on their tables. I love to see people who aren't miserable when working, it's refreshing to see. The food was very good all around. We came for brunch and I got the breakfast burrito, which although was very good, it was a tad bit spicy for me (it does say it has a spicy sauce on it on the menu, I just never know how spicy something truly is until you try it), but next time I'm sure I can ask for it on the side, very good still. My husband got 'The Burger' and said it was very delicious, the fries were almost like 5 guys fries but better, crispier. The Bloody Mary we tried was unfortunately not our favorite, it tasted like chili, like a bowl of steaming hot chili, which just wasn't what we were expecting and didn't love it BUT maybe you or someone else does or will love that, and to that I say cheers (but I'll stick with a mimosa next time). Overall, awesome restaurant, great staff, and good food. Truly enjoyed eating here and will be back! read more

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Overpass Merchant is my favorite gastropub in the area by far. They have the best Burger in town, hands down. As the name indicates, the restaurant is located underneath the overpass, which provides plenty of parking. Don't misunderstand; this is not a shady, seedy eatery. The front of the restaurant is well-lit and inviting. You enter to great music and great vibes. The eating space fills up fast due to its popularity. The menu is focused on small fare and daily specials that pack huge flavors. There is always an added special of the day on the chalkboard. The menu does rotate. Outside seating can be loud due to traffic, depending on what time of day you go, so I recommend eating inside. The staff is always polite and attentive. The team knows beers; they will set you up with great pairings. I like the local favorites like Holy Roller, Gnarley Barley Jucifer, and Abita Purple Haze. Overpass does offer a unique cocktail menu as well. The Camp Water, Electric Relaxation, and their house frozen blueberry mint margarita are terrific. The chicken sandwich and Grouper Sandwich (grilled or fried) are killer but the showstopper, of course, is "The Burger". It is fantastic and makes the pub a true standout for me. The blend they use for the Burger, chuck, brisket, and short rib is terrific. The Burger with the truffle fries is award-winning. One of the fun things they do is the trivia nights. If you have a sweet tooth, the offer Gail's Fine ice cream! Overpass Merchant is a unique experience you should try if you want to have a quick bite or enjoy a date night out. read more

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The food here was so insanely good! The decor was absolutely stunning and I would love to go here for a dress up brunch! I got the fried chicken sandwich and it did not disappoint at all! I loved that you could make the fries truffle fries too. The service was quick. read more

The Overpass Merchant - Fried chicken sandwhich - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Our server was very knowledgeable and funny. I LOVEEEE the rolls, so fresh and delicious. I loved the tacos! The fries were a bit greasy but great flavor. read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch & were seated immediately. Ordered the fried grouper sandwich and chicken fried chicken daily special. The grouper sandwich had so much flavor! I really enjoyed it. Took half home. The fries came out cold and kinda stale. My husband didn't really like the gravy on top of his chicken so I would recommend asking for that in the side just in case. He is a little picky eater. He did love the green beans. The servers were all really sweet and attentive. The only downside is this is a small, very busy area and the tables are really close so everyone's conversations were hard to block out. I'd love to try more because obviously this is local fav. read more

Great lunch spot! Passing through on our way from Metairie to Lake Charles and stopped here. We were delighted to find this pet friendly place. We had the hot chicken sandwich and Cowboy Cobb- both were fantastic! The menu had lots of tasty sounding options so we'll definitely be back. The food was fresh and well prepared and the service was impeccable. read more

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I love this place so much. It is such a fun, casual and lively atmosphere. The burger is so great. Pretty simple - you just build it how you want and it's always great. The truffle fries are awesome and I always get ranch with them bc it's homemade and so good! For an app you can't go wrong with the fried green beans (better than PF Chang's!) that come with a yummy Korean ranch. I love coming here after running the lakes nearby or something like that. Burger and fries here always hits the spot! Also I bring my pup often and sit outside and it's perfect for him - they always bring him water and are very friendly! read more

The Overpass Merchant - Burger! Truffle fries! A must. Have to get the red onion jam on the burger. - Gastropubs Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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I thought it was wonderful. Great decor, vibe, friendly and helpful staff. The menu is hard to choose from because everything sounds so good, the specials are bomb, and all and all a great restaurant. Would eat again, would checkout if you are passing through. read more

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The sweetest restaurant The cooks and staff welcomed us with open arms and they welcomed my husbands food allergies with no complaints They came to our table talked with us an made sure that they cooked for him something he could eat They will always have our support Highly Recommend Thank you Overpass Merchants read more

Said they didn't have a bourbon that was clearly on the shelf. Then took 15 minutes to serve because "the code for it wasn't in their computer". Talking a bourbon available at most grocers. Brought red wine when white was ordered. Service was laughably bad! Manager was indifferent when given opportunity to assist. Too many good restaurants in town to waste time here! Whoever owns this establishment needs to open their eyes. Lost an 8 year customer tonight and the 3 others we brought with us. read more