FOOD THE SOUL NOURISHING

Blending the best of Creole and soul, Baton Rouge’s food scene is the result of a cultural melting pot unlike anywhere else in the world with influences from seven different nations that once settled in what is now Baton Rouge. The soulful scents around the city originate from the recipes and ingredients created by African slaves in the South, now recognized as true American classics. From local staples serving up timeless favorites to new concepts with chefs trained around the world, our city is home to Black-owned restaurants that bring it all to the table.

This local gem originally started as neighborhood potluck dinners and has transformed into a lively local favorite food and music joint in the heart of the Garden District.

This rooftop bar has delicious food and drinks in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge.

As Baton Rouge’s oldest restaurant, the Delpit family has been serving up deliciously crispy fried chicken since 1935.

Just off Southern’s campus, this coffee shop was the first in the country to offer a functional podcast studio for visitors to record, mix and master their own shows.

This new favorite serves delicious Detroit-style pies right around the corner from Southern University's campus.

Authentic and incredible Caribbean cuisine is waiting right near LSU's campus.

Taste truly fresh, flavorful Louisiana cuisine, or immerse yourself completely with a cooking class all courtesy of culinary extraordinaire

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