Restaurants & Retail

Restaurants, shops, and retailers across the Baton Rouge area — openings, closings, expansions, and the people behind them.

Owner plans to add a Mexican restaurant to his store on Old Hammond

Dario Galvan is expanding his Mi Cuevita Plus convenience store on the corner of Lakemont Drive and Old Hammond Highway, near Millerville Road, adding space for a restaurant.

Why tipping requests are suddenly everywhere 

Tacking a 20% tip on top of a $4 croissant is one thing, but...

Looking for a coffee shop with later hours? Here’s where to go

You may think that coffee shops are just for the early risers, but there are plenty of spots in Baton Rouge that are making fresh brews and special menu items for night owls, too. 

Property containing indoor gun range at Millerville sells for $4.6M

The property containing Range USA on Greens at Millerville Boulevard has sold for $4.6...

Magpie Cafe changes ownership

The couple behind Magpie Cafe have sold the business, it was announced over the weekend. 

Ascension Parish’s restaurant scene is undergoing a transformation 

The restaurant is one of several newcomers in Ascension Parish, meeting the demand of a population that has grown by more than 50,000 since 2000.
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Hope Shop owner leases new Mid City space on Government Street

Rebecca Gardner, owner of The Hope Shop, has signed a lease and applied for an occupancy permit for a new storefront space along Government Street, near Elsie’s Plate & Pie. 

Juicy Seafood plans expansion with Siegen Lane location

Indianapolis-based Juicy Seafood is planning to open a second location in Baton Rouge, on Siegen Lane next to TJ Ribs. 

Inside Library Wine & Provisions, Gonzales’ new dining concept

In February, Waguespack and his co-owner Ronnie George opened Library Wine & Provisions. 

Bill raising age to enter bars amended after pressure from college-age workers

In the face of immense pushback from young service industry workers, a proposed law...
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