re: Baton Rouge Restaurants

Along the line of small, locally owned spots (like Elsie’s), try Jasmine on the Bayou, or Cecilia or Cocha downtown. Umami near LSU has good sushi if looking for that. If Italian, throw Nino’s into the mix. Also second the recommendation for Lagnaippe for seafood, French Market Bistro has a nice vibe and food (same owners as Mansur’s).