50+ Things to do in Mid City Baton Rouge
Mid City is the creative heart and soul of Baton Rouge.
It's where a walkable, colorful, and culture-packed neighborhood murals meet music, vintage finds, and a food scene that is unmatched. Whether you're a longtime local or visiting for the weekend, here are 50+ things to do that make Mid City in Baton Rouge worth the visit.
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Barracuda Taco Stand
You may have heard of a beer garden, but have you ever heard of a margarita garden? At Barracuda Taco Stand, choose from a selection of tacos, sides, salsas and fresh margaritas, and place your order at the two windows – one for food and one for drinks.
Brasserie Byronz
With a variety of drinks and dishes, Brasserie Byronz is the perfect place to kick off your evening. Offering fresh salads and sandwiches, savory soups and home fried to order potato chips, this neighborhood restaurant gives the setting of a quaint Paris cafe, complete with Louisiana classics you know and love.
Cork's
The people at Cork’s believe that food is meant to bring people together, and we couldn’t agree more! Enjoy a mouth-watering meal of seafood favorites in this casual, welcoming environment.
Counterspace Mid City
Locally made from scratch bakery whipping up daily delights and custom orders from cookies and whoopie pies to cakes and breads! Come enjoy their delicious "made from scratch offerings & special love" for breakfast, pastries, desserts, cakes, coffee, a retail selection of Jamboree Jams, Mojo Coffee and Fancy Sprinkles. CounterSpaceBR custom creates orders for Cakes, Pies, King Cakes, Cookies and so much more.
Curbside Burgers
Originally a food truck, this Mid City favorite is the perfect place to get your night started. Try one of their signature burgers, like Smokin’ Joe or K.G.B., and opt for outdoor seating to enjoy the fall weather and live music. Don’t forget to grab a boozy shake before heading to your next destination!
Doe's Eat Place
For those craving a steak, Doe’s Eat Place is home to some of the best steaks in Baton Rouge. Each cut – filet, ribeye, porterhouses and t-bones – are aged 21 days and hand-cut daily. Doe’s Eat Place is also home to world-famous hot tamales, offering a true taste of the Mississippi Delta!
Elsie's Plate & Pie
Tip: You’ll want to wear your stretchy pants! Elsie’s Plate and Pie is a Mid City neighborhood staple and a must-visit for anyone who loves to indulge in sweet and savory Southern comfort food. The history of Elsie’s is one that is near and dear to locals’ hearts, and hopefully will be in yours too.
Hannah Q Smokehouse
Cooked low and slow, Hannah Q Smokehouse is known for their fresh-smoked BBQ, as well as the house ground steak burger and crispy buttermilk fried chicken. Choose from four different house-made sauces – ranging from sweet and spicy to North Caroline vinegar or South Carolina mustard – and enjoy representation from every style of BBQ throughout the South!
Jed's Local Po'boys
The restaurant serves both classic po'boys—shrimp, oyster, catfish and roast beef—as well as specialty po'boys, like the surf and turf and pressed meatball. JED’s also has a lineup of entrees, such as the red beans and rice, fried shrimp basket and the chicken club salad.
Kok Wings And Things
Kitchen on Klinton is first and foremost a purveyor of bar food. While its staples are fried chicken wings — traditional and boneless — and fully loaded fries, this restaurant is located in The Electric Depot with a full bar, as well as fried fish and shrimp on the menu.
La Carreta - Mid City
With an outdoor patio, authentic Mexican cuisine and handcrafted margaritas, La Carreta is the perfect lunch and dinner spot sure to satisfy any craving. Conveniently located on Government Street in the heart of Mid City, La Carreta hosts happy hours, weekly specials and live music.
Monjunis Italian Café
Transport yourself to southern Italy by paying a visit to Monjunis Italian Café, where you can enjoy classic Italian favorites, such as spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and shrimp fettuccine alfredo, as well as some Louisiana spins, such as the Italian Po’Boy. If you’re looking to whip up some Italian classics yourself, you can purchase Monjunis famous red sauce at grocery stores throughout the city, as well as their restaurant on Jefferson Highway.
Pit-N-Peel
Craving BBQ and seafood, but can’t decide which? Pit-N-Peel is here to help! Enjoy spicy boiled crawfish or shrimp or smoked baby back ribs with their famous comeback sauce. Best part of all – each meal contains seafood, seasonings and produce harvested from Louisiana fishermen and farmers.
Reginelli's Pizzeria
Reginelli’s Pizzeria is the perfect place for a family night out, catching a big game or enjoying an extensive wine selection. Find everything from your classic crusts and pizzas to specialty to pizzas that add a Louisiana flair, such as the BBQ Shrimp Detroit Style Pizza. Looking to sample a little bit of everything? Opt for the share and pair, which is a curated menu offering suggested wine pairings with specific menu items.
Rocca Pizzeria
Come in for Happy Hour on weekdays from 2 to 6 p.m., and stay for wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizza. Start out with an order of garlic knots (served with delicious whipped provolone dip) for the table, then try the Iverstine or Spinach and Pesto pizzas.
Soji: Modern Asian
As one of the best cocktail bars in Baton Rouge, you won’t be disappointed with what this modern Asian restaurant has to offer. Make sure to try one of their freshly made sushi rolls or one of their small plates before pairing it with one of the house cocktails they're known for. Patrons can also dine on rolls and small plates at the cocktail lounge tucked into the restaurant, Lotus Lounge, while sipping on tropical cocktails.
Spoke & Hub
All-day breakfast? Check. Diner favorites, like burgers and shakes? Check. Dessert bar? You got it! Spoke & Hub is a contemporary Southern diner, right in the heart of Mid City. Pile your plate high with pancakes and all the toppings, or try one of their croffles - a tasty waffle made from croissant dough. Don't forget to save room for dessert! Spoke & Hub's extensive dessert menu has everything from slices of cake to soft serve and root beer floats.
Superior Grill
From the sizzling fajitas to the "superior" (and infamously strong) margaritas, Superior Grill is sure to spice up any meal. Whether a post-work happy hour or weekend brunch is your thing, Superior Grill is the perfect place to bring your family for some fun or grab a bite to eat with friends.
Tap 65
Tap 65 brings 65 rotating beers, wines, and bourbons to the heart of Government Street. Tap 65 pairs traditional bar food with the perfect beverages. Featuring a self-pour tap wall and a full bar dedicated to craft cocktails, memories are bound to be made.
Drink
Cypress Coast Brewing Co.
After two years of fine-tuning their home brewing skills, Justin Meyers and Caleb Schlamp entered in local home beer competitions and won first place for most of their entries. This sparked the idea of opening their very own brewery, and Cypress Coast Brewing Co. came to fruition. Their passion for craft beer, their community and the local culture has contributed to the beers they brew and the space they have put together to share with everyone.
Firehaus
Located on Government Street across from the Electric Depot, Firehaus is a rooftop bar offering casual vibes in Mid City. With a lounge, wine bar, cigar patio and rooftop space all in one place, anyone over 21 is welcome to sit back, relax and enjoy the views.
Mid City Beer Garden
At Mid City Beer Garden, choose from 50+ beers on tap, specialty frozen drinks and craft cocktails! What more could you want? Pair it with their famous pretzel and you're in for a double treat.
Mid City Daiquiri
You can’t come to Louisiana without grabbing a daq to-go, and Mid City Daiquiri has you covered! Serving up daiquiris, beer and mixed drinks, choose from classic flavors or signature flavors such as Leclerq’s Mid City Blues, Buzzing Bently Mango Bellini and Tiger's Blood.
Pelican To Mars
Pelican to Mars is a dog-friendly neighborhood bar. With craft cocktails, 46 beers and wines on tap, food trucks and pop-ups, you won't want to miss trying it out. All are welcome to enjoy to cool vibes and good times!
Phil Brady's
This down-home Mid City joint features live blues music, typical bar bites and pool tables in its lowkey digs. As the oldest blue clubs in Baton Rouge, you can experience a variety of great music performed by great musicians right here in the heart of the city.
The Radio Bar
Make the night what you want at Radio Bar — meet up with friends for happy hour or play a game of ping pong on the outdoor patio. Try one of Radio Bar’s seasonal cocktails or enjoy your favorite beer from a wide variety of local and domestic favorites. Keep up with Radio Bar’s social media for information on events like dance nights and gin tastings.
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Boomerang Comedy Theatre
Comedy is having a moment, and you can have one too at Boomerang Comedy Theatre! Whether you’re an audience member or performer, you are sure to have an extraordinary experience at one of their improv workshops, murder mystery events and scavenger hunts.
BR.cade
Located in the heart of Baton Rouge's Mid City neighborhood, BR.cade is an adult arcade and bar, open for gaming and drinks 7 days a week. You can find all of your favorite, classic arcade games here—all painstakingly restored to their former glory.
The Market At Circa 1857
A not-your-mother's (or your grandmother's) antique market, Circa 1857 hosts more than 50 vendors, each with a unique flair. Shop for original artwork and fine antiques from local artists before heading out for drinks and dinner. Don’t forget to stop by during White Light Night!
Red Stick Social
Looking for a one-stop shop for your night out? Red Stick Social has it all! Located in the Electric Depot, start your night with dinner options like crawfish mac and cheese or sliders, and don’t forget to pair it with a frozen boat drink. Bring the party up on the rooftop patio for fun conversation, or team up and play a game of bowling. Be sure to check their calendar for dates for live entertainment.
White Light Night
Each November, Mid City Merchants hosts its annual White Light Night in Mid City. Kick off your holiday shopping at Mid City’s largest art festival, winding your way down the streets lined with white lights as you shop, dine and drink your way down Government Street.
More Things to do in Mid City
- Walk along Government and see murals
- Thrift at Good Choice Co.
- Create something fun to take home at Bellyfire
- Get a pancake flight at Leola's
- Grab a coffee from French Truck Coffee
- Buy quatrefoil and other Louisiana-themed jewelry at Mimosa Handcrafted
- Grab a book from the shelves at Red Stick Reads
- Take up a cooking class at Red Stick Spice and shop for spices afterwards
- Grab a margarita from Superior Grill
- Rent an electric bike from Pedego
- Try an authentic muffaletta from Anthony's Deli
- Get a snoball from Cool Delights
- Shop at Hot Art Cool Nights in the spring
- Score something cute at Time Warp
- Try something seasonal at City Roots Coffee
- Sip on coffee from House Brew
- Find something unique at Pink Elephant Antiques
- Get a massage at The Emporium
- Speak-easy at The Brakes Bar
- Grab brunch at Spoke & Hub
- Get food from Cannatella Grocery
- Grab a poboy from Jed's
- Eat Mexican food and drink margaritas at La Carretta
- Take in vegan vibes at MJ Cafe
- Channel wellness at Trap Haus Wellness Bar
- Sample a dozen of restaurants at the Taste of Mid City
- Catch something cool at Mid City Mardi Gras
- Shop Louisiana clothing and accessories at Fleurty Girl
- Check out the latest vinyls at The Exchange
- Feast on Italian cuisine at Josephine's
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