Just stopped for lunch and had a great meal. Just passing through the area and checking places via Yelp (ratings, menus, locations close to highway, etc). Saw this place and decided to stop check it out. Can't believe someone gave it 1 star. I went in around 1 PM and the place was still crowded from lunch. Wife and I split a pound of peel and eat shrimp and a shrimp po-boy. With drinks our meal was less than $30. We took the chips with us for later. It was too much food for one meal. The place is open (not crowded with tables), clean and the restroom was also clean. The hostess sat us immediately and the server did a great job even while juggling several other tables. Not sure how you could spend $69 and claim it's flavorless microwaved food. The last review was TOTAL BS. Definitely would stop again. read more

Wait. How have I never reviewed Willie's I feel like I'm always here. My in-laws love this place. This is like 1 of two places they'll eat at Service is ALWAYS excellent. From hosts, to servers, to food runners everyone is always taking care of us. The food is literally perfection every time! My husband orders the same thing every time, the signature poboy with a side of Mac and cheese. I typically get the boiled shrimp which is good, I prefer a little more seasoning SOMETIMES! Sometimes the taste is perfect sometimes I think it needs more spice. I dip them in butter and love it either way. And their apps are good too. Crawfish toast. Gumbo fries. Mozzarella sticks. Fried green tomatoes. All of them! YUM! The restaurant itself is so cute too. I love all the local art on display and the vibes! read more

We came to this amazing restaurant to celebrate our uncle on his day. The service was great and the ambiance was very nice and gave a family vibe. This is a great place to come for Sunday brunch or dinner. We started off getting their crawfish which was just okay. It could have been spicier and more seasoned. It came with potatoes as well which were pretty bland. My entree made up for the crawfish, however. I ordered the fried chicken with waffles and it was fantastic. The chicken was fried to perfection, hot, and crispy and I loved the buttery, sweet waffles. I tried a lot of their other foods and entrees ( a creamy fish dish-very good) from my other family members and I will have to come back to try more! read more

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Atmosphere was nice and the staff was friendly. This was my first visit. I had the Surf and Turf burger with homemade chips and a side of coleslaw. The chips were awesome but the burger and coleslaw was heavily salted. Worth a second visit, but I hope this is not a common occurrence with their seasoning. read more

I recently went to dine. I Started off with appetizers of fried crab fingers, Orion rings and hush puppies. Both appetizers were not good crab fingers were fresh and unseasoned served with a cheese sauce that wasn't good either , hush puppies were small and hard. Nickel size not half a dollar size. I didn't order my entree after this experience. The service was horrible waitress wasn't there most of the time and had to be asked to return to our table. The restaurant was full due to the holiday, it was clean and it was comfortable with all parties there. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Willie's - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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I read the yelp reviews and was expecting to taste cajun flavors since we were visiting Louisiana but we were disappointed by the lack of seasoning. I guess I was expecting my shrimp would be covered in cajun sauce but it came plane with cajon seasoning and a dipping sauce on the side. We also tried frog legs which was tasty. The service was quick and the lady who served us was very nice, her name is Heron S. We were seated in a room with other ladies and families. It felt like home, people having pleasant conversations We were lucky it was Monday and the shrimp was the special of the day. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Cajun shrimp and frog legs - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I love Willie's! The seafood is the best! I always receive good service when I visit, & the atmosphere is so welcoming!

Willie's definitely delivered where it mattered most: the crawfish. I started with 3 pounds and before I knew it, ordered 2 more. That alone should tell you how good they were. The crawfish were flavorful, seasoned well, and priced right, which is honestly the perfect combination when you're sitting down ready to eat. They had that messy, not really spicy, addictive quality that keeps you reaching for "just one more" until the tray is empty. I also tried the buffalo wings. They weren't that great, if I'm being honest, but I was hungry so they got the job done. The crawfish are clearly the star of the show here anyway. The atmosphere felt relaxed and unpretentious, exactly the kind of place you want for seafood with friends, cold drinks, and a table full of shells piling up by the minute. If you're wondering whether I'll be back, I already have. read more

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Near the time of it's initial opening, the menu was Limited and minimal. Unfortunately, my order wasn't memorable to lead to another visit. Maybe it's improved by now. read more

I sure do love southern cooking, and was told to check out Willie's so I did. Food - 4.9 Service - 5 (Thanks Aundria!) Ambiance - 3 (it is what it is and it was fine) Value - 5 We started with the Louisiana toast. The cream cheese and crawfish on toast works. Think Crab Rangoon adjacent'ish but better. Then came the tasty alligator bites that bit back after being tossed in a spicy sauce. I went with the seafood potato, and it was everything a crawfish and shrimp lover could dream of. It was loaded, flavorful, and gluttonously satisfying with crispy red potatoes covered in crawfish, shrimp and CHEESE! It was great but it needed some moisture (so pro tip - ask for a little gumbo gravy. You're welcome lol). The shrimp po' boy was stuffed harder than a Thanksgiving turkey. It overflowed with shrimp and was tasty. Now for our server Aundria...She was amazingly attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. With service like that, it's a place worth coming back to again and again. Anywho, thanks again, Aundria. Welp...Onto the next! read more

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Willie' s is another go to place that I like to go for boiled crawfish and it was amazing as always! I got my usual 3 pounds of crawfish with potatoes and sausage. It never disappoints never will disappoint! The crawfish was seasoned to perfection literally had my nose running, which I like! The service was amazing! Fast as usual! Our waitress was so friendly! This was my first time trying their mozzarella sticks and it was soo good! I loved them. The cheese pull was to die for! And the crab claws were too! The ambiance was nice and we catch good time so it wasn't crowded or anything! I definitely will be back no doubt! read more

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The Cajun Queso was INCREDIBLE!!! Afterwards, we split the Thursday special - smoked chicken and chose coleslaw as our side. The chicken was delicious and perfectly seasoned. The coleslaw did not meet my expectations however, I AM a coleslaw snob so seriously not complaining. I just asked for a side of mayo and doctored it up to my liking. I might add that the happy hour drink specials sounded fabulous. Our waitperson Lamere was fabulous and we loved her menu knowledge and high energy. I recommend! read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Thursday special - Smoked chicken and we chose coleslaw as a side. - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Food here is always so delicious. Love their boiled shrimp, boiled crawfish, fried catfish, and salads with the peppy jelly vinaigrette. Service can be slow, but love the atmosphere. It used to get too loud but it's better now that there are separate seating areas. I make sure to come here every time I'm in town for a visit! Cute merch too :) read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Fried catfish - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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To start, The waitress Gabby is a great server. The food was ok. We come here twice a month. But today the service seemed way above normal read more

This has become our go-to seafood restaurant in Baton Rouge. Everything is always so good. The fried shrimp is to die for.

We had a 7:30p reservation but didn't need it. The place wasn't overly crowded on Sunday evening. The atmosphere is very inviting...like going over to family in Louisiana. The hostesses were polite. Our waiter was prompt. Our food was hot and everything was delicious. We didn't have to wait too long for it all to come either. Most of the menu items are named after someone which gave it even more familiarity. Definitely will be back...there's a soft shell crab special on weekends that we didn't even get to try because the kids ate it. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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69$ two orders microwave food no flavor no customer inside restaurant !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Starting off with drinks, I normally don't get alcohol so I was impressed by how many mocktails they offered. I was disappointed, however that my drink was supposed to come with boba and they did not tell me there was none until after they already made the drink. The rest of the food was delicious with generous servings!! We definitely took a lot of leftovers home. My only thing would be that when they have something loaded like the fries and the potato, the amount of cheese is almost overwhelming. Overall though, the food was good, server was sweet, and the place was nicely decorated. read more

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Food and drinks are AMAZING! We had a super friendly waitress. I plan to stop here every time I'm in BR!

The food here is true Louisiana cuisine. The service was quick and our server was very friendly and attentive once we got seated (we had a bit of a wait when we first walked in because they were busy). However, it just gave us time to look around at all the neat little things they offer to purchase as merchandise. I have to say Willie's is a place that we will definitely visit again the next time when we are in Louisiana. read more

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Me and my wife came to this restaurant to eat seafood. When we entered the restaurant we were greeted by staff and seated immediately. I ordered an old fashion and the boiled shrimp with sausage and hush puppies. The shrimp was boiled and seasoned to perfection. The shrimp were fresh and very delicious. The sausage was cooked to perfection and very juicy. The hush puppies were cooked to perfection and I love their batter. The drink was refreshing and very flavorful. The ambiance is very customer friendly and a lot of seating. This is a great place to come and eat delicious seafood. read more

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Tried their crawfish for the first time this season and they did not disappoint. Also had the fried ribs from the brunch menu was highly please with the taste. The drinks were Mardi Gras themed and I enjoyed them. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Crawfish - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Second time here. 1st time for brunch. They have opened up the space more and added an outdoor seating area and bar. Great service, great food. read more

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$3.50 a lb.... Can't beat it! Maybe a little over steamed and not super clean but worth $3.50 a lb. Would have preferred more seasoning on them in a way and I did not like the crawfish sauce they had at all but all around a good value! Staff was friendly but was a little slower to get service. Food came fast so it was all around enjoyable for the most part. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Crawfish by the lb - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Omg this California girl was craving crawfish. I couldn't wait to visit to have 3lbs with my best friends. This crawfish was everything- well seasoned and hit the spot. I also had sausage corn and potatoes. The service was excellent as the server came by to check in but wasn't annoying. I ordered a Willie's punch and it was to die for. The ambiance was nice a vibe to come with friends, colleagues or a date for seafood. read more

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Met up with some long lost friends and had the best time, food and service was great. I will definitely go back!

This is some of the BEST crawfish I've ever gotten at a restaurant! Not too spicy, not too salty, and super juicy. The onion rings were also some of the best I've ever had. The food came out super fast and the service was great! I WILL be coming back before crawfish season is over! They do have a crawfish sauce but it was too spicy for my liking. You can ask for extra mayo to make your own with the ketchup that sits on the table! read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Onion Rings - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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We were in the mood for some good Louisiana soul food, and we got it! This family-owned restaurant had the cutest set up with real plants and local art. They even had a small gift shop too with some really cute shirts and mugs. The bar area is slightly hidden by a wall, but still super cutesy! Our waitress was super attentive and friendly! Only constructive criticism would be the floor was a little messy and sticky. It was Saturday night when we went, so it was busy. But the food and service truly deserve a 5 star! If you come, highly suggest the birria grilled cheese! read more

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Okay. I don't ever really do yelp reviews, but all I have to say is Willie's restaurant is my favorite. They always have good flavored food and the best crawfish in town I swear to God. You guys cannot miss this opportunity to get it right now! ‍ And thank you to the two girls who served me at the bar! read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

A year later and I'm back getting some yummy crawfish. I don't know what they use to season these but whoa, one of the top 3 I've had. Service was great and the atmosphere was still wonderful. Next time I want to get five fried green tomato's a try read more

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Fantastic overstuffed po boys! Fast and excellent service to go along with good vibes. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Fish Po Boy - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Stopped by for lunch. Food was great. I had smoked chicken with mac and hush puppies. Service was great and very kind. Ambiance was chill. Good music. TVs everywhere. Will return!!! read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Smoked Chicken, Jalapeno hush puppies, and macaroni - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Delicious! Definitely will be back. The bread pudding was the best bread pudding I've had in a while. Crawfish was juicy and seasoned good. Fish tacos were okay. Our waiter was good and atmosphere was great. Loved it. read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Crawfish and fish tacos - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Great food! Very clean. And the service was absolutely excellent. Will definitely be going back and would highly recommend to anyone.

We went to Willie's for Mother's Day My wife and entire family we arrive at 10:50 am waiting by the door to open we where the 3rd family to get table Horrible experience My food came out one hour and 20 mi later was cold simply the worse I didn't t even eat it Never again read more

Food is overall good. The crawfish is pretty standard, def get the crawfish sauce. I've gone here four times and they have forgotten my crawfish sauce twice so the service is not the best. They get very busy especially during crawfish season! I got a very disappointing appetizer where it was just a tray of cheese cubes, chicken, sausage and jalapeño! We were expecting like jalepeño poppers. The boudin egg rolls and fried alligator are great Although the alligator might be under-seasoned a bit. Beignets we're pretty good - it's kinda like a fried croissant that was crunchy. Def not ur typical beignets but I liked them. Fried food and powder sugar - can't go wrong. Inside is def a classic Baton Rouge feel. Very loud and lively atmosphere. Food: 3.5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 2/5 Overall experience: 4/5 read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Beignets - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I'll start off with the good. The service was ok. Waitress maybe just a little too much, but I'd rather have one at the table too much than not enough. I didn't have the seafood stuffed potato, but it looked overstuffed and enough for three meals. My MIL enjoyed it. Now the not so good. The crab bisque was too thick and salty. I felt like it had been re warmed a few too many times. It was just a goopy mess. The pistolette that was served with it was warm and crispy. That's a plus. Our table also had the Cajun pasta, another dish of just blah. Nothing to write home about. Maybe we'll try again, maybe not. read more

This was my first time visiting Willie's with a friend visiting from TN. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal - great portion size, great service, and great value. I will definitely visit Willie's again in the future. The crawfish were perfect - right amount of seasoning. read more

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Its been remodeled since my last visit & it looked so chill & welcoming. As I said, I came for the chicken biscuit for brunch, stayed for the Willie's punch & will be back for the crawfish! Super sweet staff & love the option to tip the chef/cooks with a beer as a thank you! read more

Willie's Restaurant and Bar - Willie's punch with a souvenir cup - New American Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Amazing food , so worth the price. I also had the best waitress, she was so attentive and fast, her name is Alexis. The environment is so welcoming as well. read more