Top 15 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in Baton Rouge, LA

Peter Moore We went for brunch and it was wonderful. We sat outside because it was a nice day, they had live music inside that they were piping to the outdoor seating. Our waitress was very well informed and also patient as we tried to narrow down the menu. I was very happy with my decision but will be back soon to try more of their creations!

Michael What a great place to enjoy a quick meal with friends. Lloyds is a must for visitors to Baton Rouge. The family friendly atmosphere is perfect for food lovers of all ages. The poboys were agreat pregame snack before the Texas A&M LSU game. Added bonus? Theres great parking across the street with easy access to the shop.

Patrick Dunn Extremely friendly and nice staff, never felt more welcomed in a restaurant a day in my life. had an issue with my original order and took care of me and didn’t feel like a burden at all. Food and atmosphere was a 10/10. please don’t sleep out on this gem.

Allen Berry Oh my gosh, what a wonderful experience. The staff was very welcoming like we were their own family. Every customer received the same greeting. The food was outstanding. We had the a fried boudin link, Crawfish Etouffé Supreme w/ fish and shrimp, and Turducken. The fish was perfectly cooked. The sides we had were white beans, red beans, yams, and the cornbread dressing came with both meals. The yams and white beans especially stood out. I recommend 100% that if you live in Baton Rouge or are visiting that you try this place.

Michael What a cool place to watch games on a football Saturday. Dozens of TVs available for you to catch every minute of the action. The bar is in bar, kitchen/food window, and main seating area are all separate rooms which adds to the unique experience. Also, if you want to catch the Game Day shuttle, be sure to grab cash beforehand. There isnt an atm on site.

Belva Leger This was recommended and is a perfect gem! Interesting cocktails. Ordered the specials pork belly over a slight pickled coleslaw then had speckled trout over asparagus and grits covered with crawfish ettouffe! Definitely an awesome find. Service was amazing!

Yen Nguyen I just had to share how lucky we were to discover this amazing restaurant! It’s the real old Cajun style, and the food was absolutely delicious. The service was great, too, which made the whole experience even better. I only wish we lived closer so we could visit more often and try even more dishes. If you’re ever in the area, you’ve got to check it out!

LaQuinta Spencer I loved how I was able to custom my order the way I desired for example instead of scrambled eggs they allowed customers to have it omelet style, thats was a major plus for me an their grits so delicious. I only spent $25 including tip an tax not bad for being a first time customer. Customer service was perfect I would recommend anyone to try them out, so I rate my experience a 10/10.

G Strickland Sadie took care of us at the bar. Happy hour was a great kick off, and samples of the menu, since we were first timers, helped us make choices on gumbo and beers. The cherry duck was fabulous! Had the boudin dip to start and the duck/andouille gumbo and a Cobb salad. What a creative menu.

Sarah Watson Zee Zee’s is my FAVORITE place on earth. Literally bury me here. What initially got me hooked on this place was the bouncer, Clarence. He’s so friendly and funny and everyone loves him! He’s always looking out for my friends and I, and it really makes us feel safe in downtown Baton Rouge. Love the food, drinks, atmosphere and staff here!

Josh Rawson A buddy and I stopped in for lunch at Anthony’s Italian Deli in Baton Rouge, and it was an awesome experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the location is convenient, and the service was friendly and quick. My friend had the lunch spaghetti, and I went with the muffuletta — hands down the best muffuletta I’ve ever had! The flavors were incredible and the portions were generous. Anthony’s is a true gem, and I’ll definitely be back soon.

Jason Blevins Burger was outstanding!!! Probably in contention for the best burger Ive had in Baton Rouge..... seriously try it! We also had the fried shrimp and catfish. Catfish was good but the shrimp were excellent. Hush puppies are also excellent ....Service is SO FAST! Food was ready by the time I paid , got my drink then sat down...... onion rings are legit not frozen out of a bag....red beans and rice and also killer. Prices are also very fair and large portions....just check my pics. The staff was super friendly also. The manager even checked on us while dining and asked if he could bring us anything or refill our drinks....you dont see that much anymore these days.! We were impressed!

The Sweet Life of Nia every time i go the food is always above standards, it’s fresh, and very flavorful. please, give this restaurant a chance as they have flavors that will melt on your tongue. food is always amazing.

Jackie Pierce My husband and I really enjoyed our first experience at Brasserie Byronz. The staff were so courteous and friendly, and the restaurant itself was super clean with a relaxing atmosphere. We had the Goat Cheese Croquettes, Chicken Bouillebasse, and Crab Mac & Fromage. The croquettes were out of this world. Fresh, hot - but not too hot!, and savory with a bit of sweet (served with pickled cranberries and honey). I am so impressed with these, that next time I might skip an entree altogether and just get several orders of the Croquettes. The Bouillebasse was flavorful, the Chicken tender, and it reminded me of a nostalgic home cooked meal my mother would often make. Its similar to gumbo, but with a lot less liquid and more rice. I did need to add a bit of salt and pepper, but I like my food with a good deal of seasoning. Garlic bread was on point, soft, and buttery. The Crab Mac & Cheese had wayyyyyy more Crab than I was expecting, which was pleasantly surprising! Good portion and delicious. Were looking forward to coming back another time to try more out!

Dana Humphry We ate are our Thanksgiving meal here, and it was fabulous! Our server was attentive and kind, and the food was delicious. The turkey was moist and tasty, and everything else was very good—sweet potato casserole was some of the best we’ve ever had—cranberry sauce tasted homemade—green beans were good—pumpkin bread pudding stole the show!! Our compliments to the chef!! Thank you!