Building Five is one of my favorite spots. They have a ton of options and their food is…read moreconsistently good. I love that they offer a variety of boards you can share, and their drink options are great too. You can sit inside or outside, and they even have live music on some nights, which adds to the atmosphere. The service has always been great every time I've gone. They also have the cutest merchandise available for purchase. It's a great place for date night, hanging out with friends, celebrating birthdays or anniversaries, or just spending time with family. Highly recommend!

When you read the reviews below, most people know what this restaurant is and how it works. My…read moreresponse is less harsh about the service or it's overpriced charcuterie board concept. I have lived in BR for 6 years now. Many departments at LSU take guests there and in that time, Building 5 has done nothing to improve its parking lot. The restaurant sits underneath an overpass and the parking is pothole marked unpaved gravel. This means that there is no room for wheelchairs or accommodations for anyone who is differently-abled to get into the restaurant. The whole restaurant makes no room for handicapped persons. On the occasion I did get food, the food is slightly overpriced. All meats were cooked adequately but the food was lukewarm probably owing to sitting in the kitchen under the heat lamp than being delivered promptly. When I have gone, I regularly have to ask for refills on soda as I am the designated driver often for department functions. Servers pay you no heed if you do not buy alcohol. Because I go here because of academic reasons, I would barely go here myself. I've been here many times and found it wanting. It's an ableist place in its infrastructure. It's fine I'm atmosphere as a cocktail bar but would little recommend it to people I call friend.

Seemed like a nice spot to grab a quick bite and cocktail. We came in after a day of running…read moreerrands, so looking for a quick wind down. Ordered 1 cocktail, and it was good. Honestly, the sweet potato fries may have been the best thing we had. I ordered the veggie quesadilla and added chicken, it was only ok. We also had the chicken and waffles, the waffle was pretty good. We sat at a bar table, and although the bartender had several ppl at the bar, he was very attentive to us. I've heard good things about Olive or Twist, so I'm willing to give them another try for brunch.

Our server Sion B was very welcoming & nice!!! We are in town from Birmingham AL!…read more The food was good! The atmosphere was very cool !! The brunch chicken & waffles 9/10! The Olive Twist or Twist Burger 10/10! The Acadian Pastas 3/10! The Oreo bread pudding 9/10 very sweet! The pillow talk 10/10! The strawberry lemon drop 10/10! The strawberry mango margarita 9/10!

A True Hidden Gem - Lagniappe Steak & Seafood (Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA)…read more I recently had the pleasure of dining at Lagniappe Steak & Seafood on Bluebonnet, and it is without question one of Baton Rouge's best-kept restaurant secrets. On my first visit this past Wednesday, I ordered the fried shrimp and catfish lunch special, and immediately knew this place was different. The seafood was perfectly seasoned--not overly salted or heavily breaded, just a delicate, crisp coating that highlighted the freshness and natural flavor. The servers were exceptionally professional--friendly and attentive without being overly familiar, which I truly appreciate. What took the experience to the next level was when Anas, the manager or owner, personally came out to check on my meal. She was tall, poised, and stunning--truly looked like she could walk a high-fashion runway in Paris! Her elegance and hospitality added a touch of class you just don't see often anymore. I was so impressed that I returned two days later--the day after Thanksgiving--to try the grilled pork chop I've been hearing people rave about. Let me tell you... WOW. It was phenomenal. Juicy, tender, perfectly grilled with picture-perfect char marks--honestly felt like eating a premium steak. I give it a 10/10 without hesitation. On that visit, Jennifer was my server and she was fantastic--attentive, warm, and highly professional. Now here's the part that blows people's minds: these incredible meals were part of the lunch special, priced similarly to what most folks spend at a fast-food restaurant for a two-piece combo with fries and a drink. Same price--completely different level of dining. And for those who don't know: I've traveled all over the world and I am the ultimate foodie--something my followers know well. I live for great cuisine, authentic flavor, and memorable dining experiences. So when I tell you this place is worth your time, believe me. --- When in Baton Rouge, go to Lagniappe Steak & Seafood. You will not be disappointed by the ambience, service, or the quality of the food. A genuine 5-star dining experience and without a doubt one of the finest hidden gems in the city.

I stopped into Lagniappe for the first time yesterday and had a great experience. I sat at the bar…read moreand ordered a cheeseburger--super friendly bartender, great service, and the food did not disappoint. The burger was delicious, but the fries were the real standout... absolutely exceptional! I also really like the layout and overall vibe of the restaurant. If I had one suggestion, it would be to dim the lights a bit more in the main dining area to make the atmosphere even better. Otherwise, it's a very inviting space. Looking forward to going back--especially once the weather warms up so I can enjoy the patio!

I enjoyed my dinner and overall experience with this establishment. I set a reservation for ten…read morepeople and the restaurant was very accommodating. Although it was not on the menu I was able to order a lemon drop and crab cakes for my appetizer. My husband order a berry smash and lobster Mac and cheese. We asked our server for her opinion and she suggested we have the redfish. I usually don't eat anything except for the salmon but I am very glad I tried the redfish it was amazing!! Very well seasoned!! I would recommend this place to anyone for a nice dinner!

My sister and I chose to visit the Gregory for restaurant week. She comes often for happy hour but…read moreI had never been at all. The dining room was open and inviting. Our server was attentive and checked in on us several times. We both ordered the barbecue brisket, goat cheese mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts. I might tell you a joke but I'll never tell you a lie...my food was so gooooooood. The brisket was smoky and tender, the mashed potatoes were creamy and a little tangy from the goat cheese and the Brussels were perfectly crispy! I forgot to mention that we started with a goat cheese spring mix salad and the Parisian Crawfish gnocchi with were both a chefs kiss! We wanted out our dinner with crème brûlée. I will definitely be back!

I was looking for somewhere to grab some good breakfast on a solo outing. Yelp helped me locate…read morethis establishment that was not too far and I wasn't disappointed. Upon walking in, I felt like I was about to get a New Orleans breakfast plate (IYKYK). There was so much to choose from. I got a few items just to sample. The pancake is huge and yummy. All of the food was good but the customer service was even better. Being allergic to pork, I was skeptical at having a source of meat but grilled chicken is an included breakfast option and they have Patton hot sausage too. The cashier checked out a few ways to ring it up to make sure I had the lowest price and that was amazing! The place is clean and there is good parking and restrooms. I even saw them working a drive-thru. I'll definitely be back.

Great food! I always get the pork chop breakfast with grits. Enough for two people to share.read more

Atmosphere was very nice! Didn't realize we needed a reservation so we took the bar seating which…read moreis normal for a quick bite and a nice drink!! Bar Tender was attentive, drinks were great.

We decided to try Colonel's Club for our anniversary after hearing some good things, but the…read moreexperience was a bit of a mixed bag. The Tuscan Meatballs were a rough start--they arrived ice cold. Even worse, when we sent them back, they clearly just reheated the same plate (the meatball with a bite out of it was still there) instead of bringing out a fresh dish. For the price, that's a pretty big disappointment. For entrees, I had the Smash Burger, which was fairly bland and nothing to write home about. However, the Lobster Ravioli was incredible--a total 10/10--and the Brussels sprouts were excellent as well. We finished with the cheesecake, which was also a highlight. The atmosphere was nice, staff were pretty good and it's a very popular place to grab a drink. While the food definitely improved as the night went on, the "hit or miss" nature of the meal and the service mishap with the appetizer made it hard to justify the price tag. We likely won't be back.

The service is always pleasant and welcoming. The owner is always polite and thanks you for…read morepatronizing his business. Food is freshly made to expect a few minutes to get your food hot. The ambiance of the area is what it is a burger joint on Plank Road so if you know you know. I have been coming here for a few years and continue to frequent as long as they have good food at a decent price.

I was blown away with the size of the shrimp poboy. My husband, daughter and I shared it with the…read moreorder of onion rings and were all full. We will definitely back!

Last night in Baton Rouge and was looking for a place to have a nice meal before a travel day…read moreahead. The reviews looked promising so I thought... why not? When I arrived it was honestly dead inside. Maybe one other customer and I had to ask if they were still open because it was oddly slow. But you want to know what was not dead? Their food! I ordered a glass of wine and the beef tenderloin cooked medium rare. He steak came with fingerling potatoes and veggies. The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly, the veggies had a slight crunch and not overcooked and the fingerling potatoes were the perfect add to that dish. I sat at the bar and had the place to myself but overall really enjoyed my food. Friendly staff and very happy with my experience.

Nice place with a good sounding menu. Will go back to try other things. Had the truffle oysters…read morewhich were good but basic. The tuna salmon carpaccio was good, little thrown off as it was warm which had me worried. But it was very good and balanced. The rice puffs were addicting. lobster roll was good even Though it was cold style which is not my favorite but the bread was delicious and they filled it nicely. Just need to provide more butter. Their fries were airy and consistent. The only not good part was the tiramisu and the colada drink. The cookie wafers were too much and too dense. All in all will come back.

The one thing you can always count on with City Pork is consistency! And in addition to that it is…read morealways delicious. We had some running around to do and decided to stop there for a quick lunch. Splitting a burger was the plan but who can pass up their Crawfish and Brie Queso?!? Emma F was fabulous as our wait person and never let our tea glasses get more than half empty. Also, when we told her we were splitting the burger she made sure it was done for us and served on two plates. Excellent service from an obvious professional. We love both City Pork locations however, there is something about the ambiance of the Jefferson location. It is both quaint and not pretentious so you can feel comfortable in everything from workout clothes to date night apparel.

The food here is actually very good and the server was very nice and knowledgeable. This is an…read moreinteresting for me to try specifically since I don't eat pork at all, but surprisingly there were a lot of options for me to choose from! The bbq salmon is good if you like more of a sweet salmon taste. I subbed the corn for mashed potatoes. The crawfish dip was mostly good it just didn't have a lot of crawfish in it. I also tried the brisket burger and it was externally yummy! Overall it's pretty good. The drinks are well priced, the food is maybe slightlyyyy pricey for what you get but great experience and nothing I batted an eye at. Cute little rustic vibe in the inside. I would go again

We are back after5 years and we are happy to report that Cocha is thriving!!!!…read more We were hoping that the grilled Parmesan coated oysters were on the menu but they weren't However, it gave us an opportunity to explore the menu and we were thankful we did. For appetizers, we had the cachapas with pork which were delicious. Recommended app for sure! My wife had an Indian curry with cabbage, purple rice, chick peas and spinach-wow!!!!!! Probably the creamiest tasting curry ever! You could add a protein but wifey went with the vegetarian option and it was great! It wasn't perfect bc there were some chick peas that weren't cooked all the way and were crunchy I went with the mussels in a pesto cream sauce with potatoes and it was sooooo delicious!!! Again not perfect as some mussels had that sandy/gritty taste which I didn't like it most of the them were fine. The ambience here is great! The owner really has thought out every detail to make sure you have an amazing experience. From the decor, music, staff-you can tell there was a a lot of thought, care and love put into it. Our server was very attentive and made great recommendations. Ima Florida boy through and through, but anytime I'm in Louisiana, I will definitely make it a point to stop in for another great food adventure!!!

Creative Farm-table! Phenomenal on all fronts! Service!…read moreCuisine! And Ambiance! Great small plates, eclectic global influences, and a refined yet relaxed meal. Superb brunch. Never rushed or disappointed!