Hailing from Texas by way of New York, Joe is enrolled at Louisiana State University and loves LSU football. He also loves exploring everything Baton Rouge has to offer, from its amazing Cajun restaurants to the antebellum mansions that still stand in this historic city. Be sure to stop by and say hello when you are in Baton Rouge — he’ll have some exciting new discoveries to share with you.
Joe's Picks
Times Grill
Northshore Famous
Ring in the good times with arguably the best hamburgers in town. The vanilla shake made from real pods wins the popularity vote.
5207 Essen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Sammy's Grill
Super Seafood
Whoever thought crawfish could ever taste this good? They also serve some outstanding seafood, so enjoy!
8635 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Boutin's
Yummy Surprises
A restaurant that offers a wide range of dining options, including crawfish enchiladas, seafood wontons and pepper jack shrimp.
8322 Bluebonnet Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
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The Loft
Fabulous Martinis
The Loft makes the best martini in Baton Rouge, so don't miss the chance to try it!
10111 Perkins Road
#140
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Red Star
Exceptional Drinks
This local bar has great drink specials every day of the week. The bar staff is very friendly, as are the locals seated at the bar.
222 Laurel Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
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Tallulah Crafted Food & Wine Bar
Exquisite Wine Selection
Tallulah boasts an inspiring wine cellar to match a menu designed to celebrate Louisianan flavors in an aesthetically appealing ambiance.
7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Chocollage Gifts and Chocolates
Sinful Chocolate
Visit Chocollage Gifts and Chocolates for a special after-dinner treat. Satisfy you sweet tooth with their selection of candies and sweets.
7639 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Circa 1857
Unique Items
Over 100 local artists work to bring new life into old items and salvage finds at Circa 1857. Even the building is an antique!
1857 Government Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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Gallery Bohemia
Delightful Art
This shop has affordable paintings, digital art, great photography by local Louisiana artists and even a vintage clothing corner.
3774 Government Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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Louisiana Art & Science Museum
Fantastic Museum
This children's museum's excellent Egypt Gallery, which houses a real mummy, will even turn the parents into history buffs!
100 River Road South
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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USS Kidd & Louisiana Veterans Memorial
Naval Attraction
See this World War II Fletcher Class destroyer and the memorial museum which displays a historic plane and various models of warships.
305 South River Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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Louisiana's Old State Capitol
Beautiful Building
Learn about the colorful political history of Louisiana at this historic building. Be sure to observe the eye-catching Gothic architecture!
100 North Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
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