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Ruffino's, Baton Rouge, LA

Ruffino's

4.8 (2452)
$50 and over
Steak
18811 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
Ruffino's -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant is an experience in food and atmosphere like no others. From the time you walk in and see the wood-burning stove aflame to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's face, you will have goosebumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank-baked Catch or our mouth watering Prime cut steaks, the menu is diverse for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this the ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. It's where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate Life!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Trahan
  • Catering
    You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate, or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
  • Private party facilities
    Ruffino's offers three fabulous rooms for your party or event: The Vino Room; The Ruffino Room; The Chianti Room. We specialize in company meetings, rehearsal dinners, pharmaceutical presentations, award ceremonies, birthdays, anniversary or retirement celebrations, and much more!
  • Private party contact
    Chelsey Levens: (225) 753-3458
  • Neighborhood
    Baton Rouge
  • Cross street
    Between I-10 and Airline Hwy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,452 people are saying

Ruffino's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Best Ambiance

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Best Value

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Good for groups

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Steak

  • Baton Rouge / Lafayette

    Most Booked

  • Baton Rouge

    Best Overall

  • Baton Rouge

    Best Service

  • Baton Rouge

    Best Ambiance

  • Baton Rouge

    Best Value

  • Baton Rouge

    Great for brunch

  • Baton Rouge

    Good for groups

  • Baton Rouge

    Hot spot

  • Baton Rouge

    Great for fine wines

  • Baton Rouge

    Romantic

  • Baton Rouge

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruffino's offers a consistently delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about "tender and tasty" dishes like the 44 Farms filet and the cedar plank redfish. The atmosphere is "elegant," and the staff is "phenomenal," ensuring a memorable visit for both regulars and newcomers alike.
2,453 Reviews
  1. Jeff

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary there and it could not have been better. Service was great, the atmosphere was great and the dinner was outstanding.

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  2. David

    New Orleans6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I was very disappointed to learn that our 3 main dishes we have been eating for the last 12 years was taken off the menu. Fortunately they were still able to make the tuna for my wife, but I was not able to get the bbq shrimp appetizer, the pork chop, or the bbq shrimp pasta. Please bring back the BBQ shrimp pasta.

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  3. Mike

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and atmosphere are always superb. One of our family's favorite spots!

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  4. Pat

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and food were both excellent. May 17th was LSU graduation so there were many groups of families and friends celebrating which increased the volume in the rooms, but that didn’t distract us from having a pleasant evening.

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  5. STEPHANIE

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always perfection!!! One of the top restaurants!!!

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  6. jason

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always our favorite place to enjoy a spectacular evening and meal.
    Ruffino'sResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi, Jason! Thank you for dining at Ruffino's and taking the time to leave us a great review! I will be sure to pass on your kind words to Alexis. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. William

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered the veal Parmesan. The breading was dark, almost burned. It tasted as if it was cooked in old grease. Overly salted as well. My son had the veal chop. It was cooked to the right temperature, but also overly salted. It tasted like it was coated in fine tablespoons salt. My wife had the filet which was cooked perfect, and no complaints Service was great.
    Ruffino'sResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi, William! Thank you for your feedback—we’re glad to hear the service and filet were great, but we’re sorry the veal dishes missed the mark. We appreciate you pointing this out and will address it with our kitchen team right away. Hopefully we can look forward to seeing you back in the restaurant soon for a true Ruffino's experience!

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  8. Wayne

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service, we will definitely be back!
    Ruffino'sResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi, Wayne! Thank you for dining at Ruffino's and taking the time to leave us a great review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. Tammi

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Loved my veal parmigiana. The wait staff was wonderful and very attentive.
    Ruffino'sResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi, Tammi! Thank you for dining at Ruffino's and taking the time to leave us a great review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  10. Sarah

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We frequently go to Ruffino’s and never have a bad time. Our waiters today, Carson and JP, were phenomenal! The make your pizza for the kids is always fun for my daughter. Their pomegranate martinis are the best in town! The new appetizer hot crab dip was heaven! Love this restaurant!!
    Ruffino'sResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi, Sarah! It is always a pleasure getting to see you in the restaurant (and your super adorable little one!) I will be sure to pass on your kind words to JP and Carson. Thank you for celebrating your Mother's Day with us! We look forward to seeing you back in the restaurant sometime soon.

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FAQs

Ruffino's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (225) 753-3458.

Ruffino's is rated 4.8 stars by 2452 OpenTable diners.

Ruffino's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Ruffino's

18811 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between I-10 and Airline Hwy
  • Neighborhood
    Baton Rouge
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Trahan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate, or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
  • Private party facilities
    Ruffino's offers three fabulous rooms for your party or event: The Vino Room; The Ruffino Room; The Chianti Room. We specialize in company meetings, rehearsal dinners, pharmaceutical presentations, award ceremonies, birthdays, anniversary or retirement celebrations, and much more!
  • Private party contact
    Chelsey Levens: (225) 753-3458
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