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The Little Village - Downtown, Baton Rouge, LA

The Little Village - Downtown

4.4
4.4
1279 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
A modern take on the original Village restaurant (established in 1947), our reputation is for serving Baton Rouge’s finest Italian, Steak, Veal and fresh Gulf seafood. The Downtown location features daily specials and a full bar. We also have space for up to 15 guests in our bar area where dinner is also served.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (225) 218-6685
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Archie Greathouse
  • Catering
    Please contact Brian Minor at Brian@waynestabilercompanies.com and at (225) 218-6685
  • Private party facilities
    A modern take on the original Village restaurant, our reputation is for serving Baton Rouge’s finest Italian food. Offering daily specials and a full bar, The Little Village has both warmth and charm, making it a dining experience unlike any other in the capital city. Contact Brian Minor at Brian@wa
  • Area
    Baton Rouge
  • Cross Street
    Main St.
  • Parking details
    Downtown parking is available on the street (metered during the day) and FREE in the evening at all meters. We also have handicapped parking a few steps from our front door.
  • Public transit
    City buses operate nearby for a nominal fee as well as a free downtown trolley system with stops nearby. Ask your hotel concierge for the best available transit option depending on your starting location and time of arrival/departure.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,279 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Little Village - Downtown boasts "amazing food" and a "classy atmosphere," making it a top choice for Italian cuisine in Baton Rouge. Guests rave about the "out of this world" bread and attentive service. Although some found certain dishes underwhelming, the overall dining experience remains a favorite for many locals and visitors.

1,279 Reviews
  1. Gerald

    Milwaukee

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience would have been better if it hadn’t been disturbed by the child at the next table making constant shrill noises. Of course, this wasn’t the restaurant’s fault. However, the food took too long to be served, although it was good. Our server seemed to be in charge of too many tables.

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  2. Richard

    New Orleans

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was very good, except the lobster bisque - something was off in the flavor and it was served lukewarm. Gumbo was good tho’. Service great, but sometimes lagged. Noise level though - the background music was too loud. I don’t understand this - it’s an all too common occurrence at restaurants now.

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  3. Annette

    New Orleans

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good, so that’s never in question. Their wait staff is courteous and helpful. No matter which of us is there, my circle of friends think it’s one of the best restaurants in Baton Rouge. 

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  4. Michael

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday meal and drinks for friend. Great time.

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  5. Riechelle

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and great service. Simply the best

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  6. Keith

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and classy atmosphere. You MUST try the bread It is the best! We had the chicken parm and the eggplant parm. Our waitress Haleigh was very charming and knowledgeable. Great service! The tiramisu for dessert was divine! We highly recommend The Little Village!

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  7. Allison

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    In general the food is mediocre. The chilean sea bass special was overpriced and there was very little crab for the price. The hostess was rude to an elderly patron sitting next to us. The food is not worth the cost

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  8. Robert

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were good, my only nit to pick was the furniture(chairs) have seen there better days, virtually all the seating pads were worn and most had tears or splits that were concerning for how they can be kept clean.

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  9. Blake

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor, slow service. Wouldn’t recommend for a special occasion.

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  10. Deanna

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing experience; the food was delicious and the bread was out of this world

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The Little Village - Downtown is rated 4.4 stars by 1279 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The Little Village - Downtown

447 Third St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main St.
  • Area
    Baton Rouge
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Downtown parking is available on the street (metered during the day) and FREE in the evening at all meters. We also have handicapped parking a few steps from our front door.
  • Public transit
    City buses operate nearby for a nominal fee as well as a free downtown trolley system with stops nearby. Ask your hotel concierge for the best available transit option depending on your starting location and time of arrival/departure.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Archie Greathouse
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (225) 218-6685
  • Catering
    Please contact Brian Minor at Brian@waynestabilercompanies.com and at (225) 218-6685
  • Private party facilities
    A modern take on the original Village restaurant, our reputation is for serving Baton Rouge’s finest Italian food. Offering daily specials and a full bar, The Little Village has both warmth and charm, making it a dining experience unlike any other in the capital city. Contact Brian Minor at Brian@wa
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