(For a complete listing, please visit the Baton Rouge Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

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1. Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center Historically renovated Heidelberg Hotel will reopen in 2006. Walking distance from the Baton Rouge River Center and Shaw Center for the Arts, Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center will offer 2 restaurants, a full-service day spa and a pool overlooking the Mississippi River. Will offer over 18,000 square feet of meeting space.
201 Lafayette Street, 225-3-HILTON
http://www.hiltoncapitolcenter.com

2. Shaw Center for the Arts Contemporary visual and performing arts facility. Features Manship Theatre, LSU Museum of Art, LSU School of Art Gallery, Brunner Gallery, LSU Museum Store and Community School for the Arts. Retail options include Tsunami, Capital City Grill and PJ’s Coffee House. Hours and programming change daily.
100 Lafayette Street, 225-346-5001
http://www.shawcenter.org

LSU School of Art Alfred C. Glassell Jr. Exhibition Gallery Open Tues. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat. - Sun. Noon - 5 p.m. Located at The Shaw Center for the Arts.
225-389-7180

LSU Museum of Art Located in the newest cultural destination in downtown Baton Rouge, the LSU MOA features 17th-20th century American and British portraiture, landscape paintings, prints, and decorative arts, pre-Civil War New Orleans silver, historical art from India, Japan and South America, and contemporary Inuit sculpture. Make special arrangements for group visits to the museum.
225-389-7200
http://www.lsu.edu/lsumoa

Manship Theatre The Manship Theatre offers a unique experience for its theatre audience: 325 front row seats. The theatre, modeled after the style of classic European opera houses, is one of the most beautifully intimate theatres in the United States. With the 11th row as the Manship Theatre's rear seating, the audience member can see eye to eye with the performers onstage, and have a once in a lifetime experience.
225-346-5001
http://www.manshiptheatre.org

The Museum Store at the Shaw Center Open Tuesday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm.; Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm. The Museum Store features beautiful posters, ceramics, jewelry, glassware, exhibition souvenirs, books, and much more!
225-389-7210

Capital City Grill
Located on beautiful Lafayette Park, Capital City Grill continues its fine Baton Rouge restaurant tradition with this classic American eatery. Enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, chops, gumbo and frosty cocktails while enjoying the scenery and fountains on the plaza. Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-4pm. 225.381.8140

PJ's Coffee Open Mon-Fri: 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sat: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
225-381-0055

Tsunami Sushi at The Shaw Center Open Tues.-Thurs.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri .-Sat.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. closed Sun. and Mon. The ultimate sushi dining is Tsunami Sushi, the Shaw Center for the Arts rooftop restaurant. Enjoy a full sushi menu as well as our popular grill menu. Tsunami is known for it’s unique grilled Sea Bass and Sumo Ribeye. Dine on the outdoor terrace while toasting sake to the sunset! Please join us for Tea Tsunami, on the terrace, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. weekdays! 6th Floor
225-346-5100
http://www.servingsushi.com

3. The Little Village Casual fine dining in downtown Baton Rouge. Open for lunch 11 am - 2 pm and dinner at 5 pm.
453 Lafayette Street, 225-218-6685

4. Old State Capitol Open Sun., Noon - 4pm, Tues.-Sat., 10 am - 4 pm. Louisiana's castle-on-the-river is the recipient of distinguished awards for architecture and exhibit design. Climb the cast iron staircase and view a stained glass cathedral dome in this unique blend of Gothic and Victorian architecture. Don't miss Huey Long Live! the Kingfish Speaks' and marvel at this one of a kind animatronic exhibit. Ask about our ghost, Pierre! Visit our unique museum store. All major credit cards accepted.
100 North Boulevard At River Road, 225-342-0500
http://sos.louisiana.gov/museums/osc/osc/osc-index.htm

Old State Capitol Senate Chambers Center for Political and Governmental History This Gothic architectural treasure was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975. Experience a high definition presentation, interactive exhibits, and political memorabilia.
225-342-0500

5. Capital Corner Creamery Ice cream, Gelato, Shakes, Coffee and More!
303 North Boulevard, 225-334-7689

6. Jobe's Cafe Home style cooking with southern flare. Buffet style lunch, with 3 different entrees, vegetables and salad bar each day. Menu items available. Take out, dine in and delivery. Also available for private parties and dinners by reservation. Monday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
315 North Boulevard, 225-343-1874

7. The Black Forest Restaurant Open Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & Fri.-Sat., 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Only German Restaurant in town. We are serving authentic German cuisine: continental sandwiches, traditional homemade sausages with all the trimmings (Potato, Red Cabbages, Sauerkraut, Brown Mustard), and Entrees: Sauerbraten, Wienerschnitzel, Schweinpfeffer. Beer and wine. Quaint, casual atmosphere.
321 North Blvd., 225-344-0059

8. Lagniappe Tours Step-on guides, complete itinerary planning, attractions booking, booking for all arrangements, special itineraries offered Rates: full-and half-day and full-service Foreign languages: German, French and Spanish speaking interpreter available to accompany tour guide
502 North Boulevard, 225-387-2464

9. Downtown Seafood 130 Third Street, 225-346-6440

10. Happy's Irish Pub 136 Third Street, 225-389-1282

11. The Roux House Open Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Tues.-Sat. 4 p.m.-close. Downtown's only courtyard! This newly renovated 3,000-plus-square-foot space offers the essence of South Louisiana. The first floor restaurant serves home-cooked Creole favorites such as gumbos, etouffees, and po-boys in a casual, pay at the counter atmosphere, and transforms into a lively piano bar in the evening. The upstairs martini lounge is like no other in town and offers over 25 martini flavors to choose from. Located in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge.
143 Third Street, 225-344-2583

12. Cafe Mediterranean, Inc. Specializing in Greek and Lebanese cuisine.
151 Third Street, 225-336-4501

13. Rasputin's Restaurant and Vodka Bar Opens Tuesday-Saturday 5 pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. The menu features meals such as Beef Stroganoff and Chicken Kiev, with late night appetizers and bar menu offering 7 different types of caviar. Turns into an ultralounge with rotating DJs after 10 pm. (must be 21 after 10 pm)
214 Third Street, 225-346-6767

14. Mortorano's Italian Restaurant Food, Fun, Family and Friends is what you get at Motorano's! Specializing in traditional italian fare and local creations - Muffaletto's and Quesadil-i-ano's. Outdoor seating, catering and private parities available. Open for lunch weekdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and for special events downtown. Open for dinner on Friday at 5 p.m. and for brunch on Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Now also offering Mortorano's Kids Cooking Classes with two sessions each Saturday for ages 8 and above. Call 225-383-1282 or 225-751-8081 for information and registration.
301 Third Street, Corner of Third and Florida Streets, 225-383-1282

15. Dante's Bistro Serving lunch Monday-Friday 11 am - 3 pm. Happy Hour 4-7 pm Wednesday - Friday. Catering available.
302 Third Street, 225-949-9719

16. Faye's Subs and Salads 311 Third Street, 225-343-0283

17. De LaRonde Hall Creole, New Orleans and Italian style cooking in beautiful, historic surroundings
320 Third Street, Suite 106, 225-343-2588

18. Cafe' Asia 324 Third Street, 225-379-7322

Casselberry's Cafe Try one of their 27 different PoBoy's, wonderful salads, seafood plates or daily specials. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday.
324 Third Street, 225-383-5566

19. Cat House West Enjoy southern style hot lunches in a casual atmosphere at Cat House West… and experience an old New Orleans atmosphere with classic table service and fresh new menu choices. Cat House West is now open for lunch and dinner ......known for excellent local cuisine…seafood, steaks, salads, and more.
333 Third Street, 225-381-9385

20. Lokka Spa Retreat Baton Rouge's new downtown spa offers massages, facials, bronzing treatments, body polishing, waxing, specialty peels, manicures and pedicures. They are open Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and on Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
334 Third Street, 225-381-7944

21. Riverside Patty Quick lunch fixin's like hot dogs, chef salads, seafood plates, grilled chicken sandwiches,po-boys, mozzarella sticks and Cajun curly-cues. The fresh-ground burgers are tops
336 Third Street, 225-387-5618

22. China House Traditional Chinese food in downtown Baton Rouge.
431 Third Street, 225-381-9132

23. Louisiana Art and Science Museum Features fine art exhibitions, interactive art and science exhibits, an Egyptian gallery, a Challenger Learning Center and a gift shop. Building is a 1920's train depot with five-car train on-site. A planetarium has recently opened.
100 South River Road, 225-344-5272
http://www.lasm.org

24. USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum Gift shop. WWII Fletcher class destroyer, restored to 1945 appearance with over 50 inner spaces to see. Veterans Museum displays include a P-40 aircraft, over 40 ship models, full-scale replica of gun deck of Old Ironsides, the Louisiana Memorial Plaza with an eternal flame and a Corsair A-7E jet as a memorial to Vietnam Veterans.
305 South River Road, 225-342-1942
http://www.usskidd.com

25. Belle of Baton Rouge Located across the street from the Baton Rouge River Center and adjacent to the Sheraton Hotel. Three floors of slots and table games, including live poker, craps, blackjack and more. FREE parking in the Belle of Baton Rouge parking garage and FREE shuttle service from the garage to the River Center. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
103 France Street, 225-378-6000
http://www.belleofbatonrouge.com

26. Poor Boy Lloyds Serving breakfast, daily lunch specials, seafood and poboys. Open for dinner on Thursday and Friday with live music on Friday.
201 Florida Street, 225-387-2271

27. Harrington's Cafe "Cajun Style" seafood lunch cafe with moderate prices, daily specials and quick, friendly service. "To Geaux" orders are welcome.
329 Florida Street, 225-343-2626

28. The Buzz Cafe Open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Located inside the historic Varsity Building downtown. For a good time, every time, bring your friends to the Buzz Café, a great casual spot for informal gatherings and parties. Savory food, reasonable prices, nice acoustic entertainment and local artwork are their specialties. Restaurant and coffee bar specializing in grilled paninis, wrap sandwiches, gourmet-deli sandwiches, salads and soup. On-site catering, hall rental and conference room available for business meetings and parties.
340 Florida Street, 225-706-1236

29. Coffee Star Cafe and Bakehouse Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Coffee Star serves specialty coffee drinks, as well as both breakfast and lunch. Enjoy the freshly prepared foods and drinks in a warm and relaxing atmosphere or call in your order 'to-go.' MC, V, D
226 Laurel Street, 225-235-1445

30. Massage Emporium The Massage Emporium offers non-appointment massages Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Appointments are also accepted. A wide variety of massage therapies are offered including Swedish, deep tissue, shiatsu, reflexology, and sports. Specialty therapies include hot stone, and pregnancy massages. They also offer a chair massage, which can be worked into the lunch hour, that is available in 15-minute increments for $20.
240 Laurel Street, 225-387-0060

31. The Wine Loft A great new evening bar featuring incredible wine offerings, light cuisine, fondue and desserts. Open Monday - Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
304 Laurel Street, 225-341-3948

32. The Thirsty Tiger 140 Main Street, 225-387-9799

33. Main Street Market The Main Street Market has over 22 vendors including: locally grown produce, Louisiana-made food products, flowers, arts, crafts and more; fresh hot lunches served daily by permanent vendors; a working kitchen featuring live demonstrations by local chefs; cooking and gardening classes; Downtown's famous Red Stick Farmers' Market each Saturday; and the First Saturday at the Market is Arts! Market featuring over 50 local artists.
501 Main Street, 225-267-5060
http://www.mainstreetmarketbr.com

Charlie's Coffee Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm, Saturday 8 am - 12 pm.
225-343-8004

Gifts To Go Gourmet food baskets for all occasions. Cypress pirogues or Cajun survival sacks filled with Louisiana favorites. World-wide shipping and local delivery.
#5 Main Street Market, 225-964-7348

Harvest Monday-Friday 10:45 am - 3 pm. Saturday 8 am - 2pm.
225-383-0995

Rocket Fajitas 225-334-0460

Taste Taste, the latest in Yvette Bonanno’s entrepreneurial food ventures, is a mini-restaurant featuring Mediterranean-style dining. Taste’s lunch menu will include such items as individual lasagnas, stuffed eggplant and tomatoes stuffed with corn and crabmeat. Fresh-baked focaccia bread will be offered daily, along with traditional Italian desserts, such as freshly made cannolis. For the breakfast crowd, Taste’s staff of three cooks will prepare frittatas, the Italian version of an omelet, along with pressed-egg sandwiches and grits topped with bacon, mushrooms, tomato and basil. Rustic-style 8-in. pizzas will also be available. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
225-344-9960

Taylor Made Gourmet Food 225-383-1612

Capital Corner Market & Newsstand Specialty Convenience Store, Newsstand and Deli. Features Espresso Coffee Menu, Crepes on Saturdays, Three Dog Bakery Products and more.
Galvez Parking Garage
Corner of Main Street and Fifth Street, Suite A, 225-336-9730

34. Louisiana State Museum The Louisiana State Museum--Baton Rouge is a 69,000 square foot facility located on the corner of 4th and Spanish Town Road, across from the Capitol Gardens. The museum's permanent exhibits will highlight those aspects of Louisiana's history that are nationally significant, as well as those aspects of the state's culture that are unique. A large gallery will also house changing or traveling exhibitions. Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday open 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
660 4th Street, 225/219-0724

35. Louisiana Bound Booksellers Louisiana Bound Booksellers, located in the State Library, is a full-service retail bookstore, specializing in books about Louisiana or by Louisiana authors. An extensive Louisiana music collection is also available.
Louisiana State Library
701 North 4th Street, 225-219-9905

36. Louisiana State Capitol What began as the dream of one man - Governor Huey P. Long - became a symbol of pride, history and the spirit of Louisiana people. The building, completed in 1932 in a mere 14 months, stands on a 27-acre tract. As the tallest capitol in the U.S., the building is 450 feet high with 34 floors. The cost to complete the building was a modest $5 million. There is tremendous symbolism throughout the design of the building, from the outside to the inside, including the Hall and the Senate and House Chambers. The Observation Deck is on the 27th floor and overlooks the city of Baton Rouge at a height of 350 feet. The views of the gardens are spectacular. In 1935, the building that Long built was also the site of his assassination. Senator Long is buried on the grounds and his statue faces the Capitol. Gift shop and food service available.
State Capitol Drive, 225-342-7317
http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/travel/louisiana/cap.htm

Old Arsenal Museum Open Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Built in 1838. Important military use in the development of the Southwest, Mexican War and Civil War. Exhibits on military history. Listed on the National Register of Historic places.
State Capitol Grounds, 225-342-0401
http://www.sos.louisiana.gov/museums/arsenal/arsenal-index.htm

Shop at the Top of the New State Capitol State Capitol 27th Floor, 225-342-5914

37. Louisiana Governor's Mansion The Louisiana Governor’s Mansion was built in 1963 when Jimmy Davis was Governor of Louisiana. The Mansion is located on Capitol Lake near the State Capitol. Because so many antebellum mansions were being destroyed by fire and neglect, Gov. and Mrs. Davis instructed the architects to design a mansion in the Greek Revival style, which was the dominant style in Louisiana after 1830. This period marks a distinct departure from earlier Louisiana architecture. The Mansion contains a total of 25,000 square feet of space in three floors and a basement. Tours are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday only by appointment.
1001 Capitol Access Road, 225-342-5855