Cecelia Creole Bistro

4.8

401 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creole

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The only place to get true Creole food is in Louisiana, or at least in someone from Louisiana’s kitchen. Come reste un peu (stay awhile) to downtown Baton Rouge and visit Chef Mark Reilly's Creole kitchen.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 31, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(225) 615-7833

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Creole, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Cajun
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(225) 615-7833
Website
https://www.ceceliabr.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Mark Reilly
Catering
Visit our website for our catering & buffet menus! We do drop-offs in the Downtown area, as well.
Private party facilities
In search of a fresh, elegant venue for your next special occasion? The Loft at Cecelia Creole Bistro hosts up to 500 people and is perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and more! Contact our General Manager & Events Coordinator, Sara Dixon, for more information today: (225) 615-7833 or send her an email: sara@ceceliabr.com

Location
421 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Neighborhood
Baton Rouge
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Skillet Cornbread
maple bourbon glaze & cinnamon whipped butter
- Half$7.00
- Whole$12.00
Sweet & Spicy Alligator$13.00
fried alligator tossed in housemade chili aioli
Pork Belly & Andouille Egg Rolls$12.00
with housemade chili aioli & citrus soy sauce
Parisian Gnocchi$12.00
louisiana crawfish tails in a tasso cream sauce finished with parmesan cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes$12.00
over housemade pimento cheese & toast points topped with double-smoked bacon lardon in a pepper jelly glaze
Boudin Balls$9.00
three housemade boudin balls over red remoulade sauce
Garlic Fries$12.00
topped with shaved parmesan cheese & side of roasted garlic aioli

Soups

Cecelia Gumbo
hen & andouille
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$14.00
Soup du Jour
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$14.00

Salads

side $6; full $10; add chicken $7; add five shrimp $10

Sensation
mixed greens with housemade sensation dressing, parmesan cheese, cherry tomatoes & red onions
Wedge
iceberg lettuce with housemade blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles, bacon lardon & cherry tomatoes
Cecelia House
mixed greens with housemade pepper jelly vinaigrette, blue cheese crumbles, pickled onions, spiced-candied pecans & cherry tomatoes

Entrées

add three BBQ jumbo shrimp $7

Crawfish Étouffée$17.00
topped with Louisiana rice served with a pistolette
Shrimp & Grits$18.00
NOLA style BBQ butter shrimp over corn grits served with a pistolette
Jerk-Fried Chicken$19.00
boneless fried chicken breast tossed in our housemade jerk sauce over red beans & Louisiana rice with sausage
12 Oz. Pork Porterhouse$25.00
Over yukon gold mash & sautéed broccolini topped with bacon, mushroom & onion demi glace. Gluten-free without topping
Cajun Grouper$28.00
blackened over corn maque choux & red pepper coulis topped with Crystal crawfish tails
Seafood Pasta$29.00
linguini tossed in a spicy tasso cream with sautéed lump crabmeat, shrimp & crawfish
Redfish Cecelia$28.00
Choice of: fried, grilled or blackened redfish over corn grits & braised collard greens topped with crawfish étouffée. Gluten-free without topping
6 Oz. Filet
Over yukon gold mash & sautéed haricot verts topped with tasso marchand de vin sauce. Gluten-free without topping
- MTK Price

Sides

Pistolettes$3.00
Yukon Gold Mash$6.00
Corn Grits$6.00
Sautéed Haricot Verts$6.00
Braised Collard Greens$6.00
Sautéed Broccolini$6.00
Corn Maque Choux$6.00
Red Beans & Louisiana Rice$8.00

What 401 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Good for special occasions
Baton Rouge
Best Overall
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Toya
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Redfish Cecelia was so good. All the flavors went together perfectly.
RY
RobertY
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal, drinks and ambiance. Highly recommend
PT
PassTheSalt
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The shrimp and grits is life-changing. The sauce is the star. Incredible meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was phenomenal and our server was very well versed on the menu items. Our drinks, appetizers, and main courses were all delivered within a 30 minute time span and were piping hot each time.
CJ
CheneyJ
Baton Rouge
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Everything was wonderful. Perfect for date night.
SS
StephanieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall a fantastic place to eat! Definitely worth going to check it out!
L
Lala
New Orleans
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is always great. The house salad with blackened shrimp was wonderful.
KL
KathieL
Tampa
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was in Baton Rouge for a couple of days and Cecelia Creole was around the corner from my hotel. I was craving Creole, so stopped by for lunch. Couldn’t decide between Shrimp and Grits or Crawfish Etouffee. Finally decided on Shrimp and Grits and I was definitely happy I did. They were wonderful! They were SO good, that I decided to come back for dinner so I could try the Etouffee. Again, was not disappointed. I definitely recommend Cecelia Creole.
W
Will
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent all around. Menu items were unique and you could taste the love Mark puts into his creations. We’ll be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best restaurants I've been to in a while. The menu was creative and the food was delicious. And yes GET THE WHOLE CORNBREAD BECAUSE IT IS A SHOWSTOPPER
t
tracyb
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We will be back....the red fish was delicious and house salad....everything we had!
PA
PATRICKP
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, service, and staff we enjoyed everything about this establishment
KM
KellM
Austin
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A hidden jewel in downtown Baton Rouge. Spectacular southern style menu selection with a twist on presentation and outstanding array of flavors! Friendly staff and nicely designed space.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Came with our friends for Galantines and it was great. We enjoyed ourselves and a nice way to relax with friends while trying out new areas in Baton Rouge
B
Beteavon
Seattle
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food serving size was overwhelming. The menu is shellfish (of course ! ) and pork heavy.
TC
ThomasC
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As soon as we walked in the atmosphere was very inviting. Our waitress was top notch. Drinks & food was unbelievable. Highly recommended!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for a nice delicious Valentines dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Evan did a wonderful job serving us at both the bar and as our waiter after we were seated. Would have rated food 5 star if the steak Oscar would have not been so salty.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing depth of flavor from all drinks, starters, entrees and desserts. A complete tour de force for the palette.
B
Bonz336
New Orleans
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great creole lunch with good drinks, good food, and good service.
EM
EvelynM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The overall experience was great. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Unique place to dine and spend time downtown.
SD
StephanieD
New Orleans
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding creative dishes and cocktails!! We were amazed Smoked rosemary pear martini and fried green tomato appetizer is a must try.. everything g we had was out standing
e
emilym
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks plus the space is very nice and inviting. Enjoyed a complimentary glass of champagne for our anniversary as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our waitress was fantastic, and the entree was delicious!
YA
YourAverageJoe
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My colleague found the music loud.
LF
LoveFood
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there for Baton Rouge’s restaurant week. Would go again.
CS
ChadS
Austin
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Overall great little spot in downtown Baton Rouge. Recommend Alligator and Bread Pudding.
MB
MindyB
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visited during Restaurant Week. Everything was wonderful!
AB
AndyBR
New Orleans
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
This was our 1st time here. Everything was great. Service was prompt and correct. Atmosphere was quaint and stylish. Food was very good. Cost was very reasonable. Alligator appetizer and cornbread skillet were great. The Cecilia blackened redfish entree was very tasty but had a bit too much blackening seasoning. The Shrimp and Grits entree was awesome. A must do again evening!!!
JW
JeromeW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
A very small but quaint atmosphere. The food was outstanding and the price was very reasonable. The music playing in the background was a little louder than most restaurants, but that would be my only complaint. Would highly recommend to everyone!
CC
CareyC
New Orleans
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Nice dinner out
DC
DougC
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food... seasoning was perfect!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious! The ambiance was cozy.
K
Katherine
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall, it was wonderful. You must get the creme brûlée - it was fantastic. Our soup was Luke warm when it came out, but other than that, I have no complaints. I highly recommend the Brussel sprouts and redfish Cecelia. We were very pleased with the service. This would be a great place for a date, and I plan on coming back!
E
Ethan
Baton Rouge
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding, quality food & 5-star service (as always!)
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food3service3ambience4
Pretty nice. Good food. Friendly staff
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience with delicious food! Service was top-notch. We will definitely be back!
CR
ChadR
Baton Rouge
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We were seated immediately once we arrived at our reservation time. The food choices were limited but that was fine as every dish we chose was delicious. My guess is they change the menu up every couple of months. We will be back. Brussels sprouts app - A Shrimp n grits entree - B Mahi mahi special - A
TP
TroyP
New Orleans
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service Miam was awesome
TA
TomA
Los Angeles
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice lunch crowd, great vibe and super food and service.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cecelia Creole Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (225) 615-7833.

Cecelia Creole Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 401 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 31, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(225) 615-7833

421 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Additional information

Neighborhood
Baton Rouge
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Creole, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Cajun
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Mark Reilly
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ceceliabr.com/
Phone number
(225) 615-7833
Catering
Visit our website for our catering & buffet menus! We do drop-offs in the Downtown area, as well.
Private party facilities
In search of a fresh, elegant venue for your next special occasion? The Loft at Cecelia Creole Bistro hosts up to 500 people and is perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and more! Contact our General Manager & Events Coordinator, Sara Dixon, for more information today: (225) 615-7833 or send her an email: sara@ceceliabr.com

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Cecelia Creole Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

The Best Restaurants in Baton Rouge

Shrimp & Grits

Cecelia House

Redfish Cecelia

Appetizers

Skillet Cornbread

Sweet & Spicy Alligator$13.00

Pork Belly & Andouille Egg Rolls$12.00

Parisian Gnocchi$12.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$12.00

Boudin Balls$9.00

Garlic Fries$12.00

Soups

Cecelia Gumbo

Soup du Jour

Salads

Sensation

Wedge

Cecelia House

Entrées

Crawfish Étouffée$17.00

Shrimp & Grits$18.00

Jerk-Fried Chicken$19.00

12 Oz. Pork Porterhouse$25.00

Cajun Grouper$28.00

Seafood Pasta$29.00

Redfish Cecelia$28.00

6 Oz. Filet

Sides

Pistolettes$3.00

Yukon Gold Mash$6.00

Corn Grits$6.00

Sautéed Haricot Verts$6.00

Braised Collard Greens$6.00

Sautéed Broccolini$6.00

Corn Maque Choux$6.00

Red Beans & Louisiana Rice$8.00

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Does Cecelia Creole Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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