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4.7
Exceptional(1879)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Madisonville
Booked 12 times today
This was one of the best experiences I’ve had at an establishment like this. Patrick is amazing and he was super knowledgeable and helped us make some choices through his expertise that we were on the fence about. By far the best meal I’ve had and will definitely be back.
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4.8
Exceptional(455)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Baton Rouge
Booked 39 times today
We went there at 3:15 pm to celebrate my sister’s birthday. We were treated like royalty and Chris Moto, the chef, came out to meet with us. I am thoroughly spoiled.
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4.9
Exceptional(1508)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Baton Rouge
We fully enjoyed our visit to the Carriage House. Food was delicious and service was outstanding. We will be back again and again.
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4.8
Exceptional(1427)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Covington
Booked 14 times today
Dakota is always amazing. We had an amazing meal. The atmosphere is beautiful and the service is stellar! Every dish was phenomenal.
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4.6
Exceptional(301)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Baton Rouge
Booked 4 times today
Wonderful dining experience. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and vey informative. The food was fantastic from start to finish!
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4.4
Awesome(2098)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Lower Garden District
Booked 25 times today
Our waiter (Rasheed?) was FABULOUS! He obviously knows people and was great fun! His service made our visit!

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  • James
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our first time there and our 2nd date. We were greeted by I believe her name was Emma. She was wonderful, engaging and full of smiles. Philip out waiter was outstanding. He was very knowledgeable of the menu, engaging and made us feel welcomed. We wanted for nothing as he appeard at the exact right time and gave us top tier service while giving us the privacy we wanted at the same time. We had a bottle wine that was very well presented. The Brussel sprouts to start I would highly recommend. The entrees were Lobster ravioli and Simply Seared Scallops. They do NOT skimp on real ingredients or texture and taste at all! Creme brulee for desert that was enough for 2 people that did not disappoint in any way. There was food left over to take home. Before we moved into the piano bar, as I walked outside to put it away I met one of the cooks who after telling him how good the meal was asked what we had and he mentioned he was the one who prepared our dinner. He too was very nice, full of smiles and glad we enjoyed the food. We will be back to have other items since we have only scratched the surface here. I would recommend The Colonels Club to anyone. It is very reasonably priced especially for the type of service, food and ambience.
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    The Colonel's Club$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Baton Rouge
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    4.8
  • Shawna
    New Orleans / Louisiana •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had another wonderful brunch at Tchefunctes. We sat outside and enjoyed the overcast day and breeze. The food was amazing as always. The servers, management and chefs all made the experience phenomenal. The lives music is always a treat. The only noise was the screaming kids from the Anchor below but we enjoyed the view more than we didn’t like that. Thank you for another amazing experience!
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    Tchefuncte's$$$$• Steakhouse• Madisonville
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    4.7
  • ERIN
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Dakota is always amazing. We had an amazing meal. The atmosphere is beautiful and the service is stellar! Every dish was phenomenal.
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    Dakota Restaurant - Covington$$$$• American• Covington
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    4.8
  • CeliaGold
    New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 20, 2026
    Our waiter (Rasheed?) was FABULOUS! He obviously knows people and was great fun! His service made our visit!
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    Lula Restaurant Distillery$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Lower Garden District
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    4.4
  • JulieGold
    New Orleans / Louisiana •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 16, 2026
    Wonderful dining experience. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and vey informative. The food was fantastic from start to finish!
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    Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Baton Rouge
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    4.6
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