The Little Village Address: 447 Third Street; 14241 Airline Highway Phone: (225) 218-6685; (225) 751-4115 Website: littlevillagebr.com Cuisine: Italian Owners: Kevin Kimball and Hugh Freeze Scene: Old World Italian served...

  Mansurs on the Boulevard Address: 5720 Corporate Blvd., Suite A Phone: (225) 923-3366 Website: mansursontheboulevard.com Cuisine: Creole Owner: Justin McDonald Scene: Fine dining; expansive bar; private meeting space Pricing: $$-$$$ Fresh Gulf...

Tsunami @Highland Address: 1 Smart Way, Suite 100 Phone (225) 497-2424 Website: highland.servingsushi.com Cuisine: Sushi and Japanese Owner: Chad Hughes Scene: Located on ground floor of tech campus anchored by...

The Mid City spot is a hidden gem at lunchtime, with a chance to pick up something from the four-item sandwich menu—and dinner while you’re at it.

The steak and frites at Bin 77 is the perfect meal on a chilly January afternoon while those still sticking with their New Year’s resolutions should consider the Thai salad, which can be ordered as either a side or as an entrée.

Leola’s Café and Coffee House has become one of Mid City’s go-to brunch spots, luring diners with a vibrant breakfast and brunch menu and generous patio dining.

Mama's pot roast is a longtime favorite for those dining at the Stephanie Phares-owned Zeeland Street Market, off Perkins Road, near the Garden District.

Though Bistro Byronz has been a Mid City staple since 2005, its new location inside Square 46 has the best of the old with new menu items.

JED's Local, owned by Russell Davis, serves classic and upmarket po'boys as well as salads and seafood platters.

Wanting to bring Tokyo authenticity to Baton Rouge, Patrick Wong opened Boru Ramen in Mid City's Electric Depot.

SoLou has been a magnet for diners looking for casual Creole fare since opening in March off Perkins Road.

Business Lunch: Bin 77 & Sidebar, located in Perkins Rowe, not only has a wide selection of wines, but also offers a variety of light meals.