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Cedric Angeles

Baton Rougeis known for many things.

Its featured prominently in Janis Joplins hit version of Me and Bobby McGee and Garth Brooks Callin Baton Rouge.

Coastal Red Miso Bouillabaisse at Beausoleil

The Coastal Red Miso Bouillabaisse at Beausoleil.Credit:Cedric Angeles

In recent years, Baton Rouge has becomeone of the best places to eat in the state.

But with the energy sector and the university, it is.

She also created a seasonal version that features fresh crawfish tails and red cream sauce.

Baton Rouge

Try the Lobster Risotto with caper relish or the Ora King Salmon served over quinoa tabbouleh with strawberry-kiwi relish.

Be sure to take note of the historic portraits in the moody hidden library called the Tigre Lounge.

This is still a hometown spot.

Crawfish from Tony’s Seafood Market

Cocha

Herd-raised rack of elk with blackberry port gastrique, creamy polenta, and salad at Cocha.Credit:Cedric Angeles

Chow Yum

Executive chef Jordan Ramirez finishes a dish at Chow Yum.Credit:Cedric Angeles

BLDG5

Outdoor dining space is abundant at BLDG 5 in Baton Rouge.

Harvest Board BLDG5

The Harvest Board at BLDG 5 is a cornucopia of fresh bites.

Tony’s Seafood Market

Tony’s Seafood Market is the Gulf South’s largest seafood market.

The Chimes

Po’boys are a specialty at The Chimes, a longtime post-LSU-game hangout.

Beausoleil Coastal

The cheery dining room at Beausoleil Coastal.

Beausoleil Coastal

A smoked cocktail at Beausoleil Coastal.

Elsie’s Pie & Plate

The Eye of the Tiger pie at Elsie’s Plate & Pie.Credit:Cedric Angeles

Supper Club

Wagyu Nigiri Sushi at Supper Club.Credit:Cedric Angeles

Gino’s Restaurant

Italian arancini gets a Creole makeover at Gino’s Restaurant.

Louie’s Cafe

Eggs Louisianne at Louie’s Cafe.

Hallelujah Crab at Jubans

The Hallelujah Crab, fried soft-shell crab with seafood stuffing, Creolaise sauce, and tartar mashed potatoes
is a specialty at Jubans.Credit:Cedric Angeles