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Baton Rouge
Category: Restaurants Steakhouses Steakhouses [Edit]
230 Commerce Valley Dr EMarkham, ON L3T 7Y3
(905) 764-6959
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
20 reviews for Baton Rouge
20 reviews in English
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Review from Rick L.
Concord, ON
3/22/2012
Good stuff. Went with a group of 30+ we scheduled for 6:00pm but they had seats ready for us well before that so we wouldn't have to stand. A little crowded, but that's ok, overall I was happy with the experience.
While most people go to hang out, I'm at restaurant to eat. Appetizers came right away, and water and soda. We got a large basket of nachos and even some calamari. I was almost full just eating nachos and drinking soda.
I had the steak, and mashed potatoes. Taste was good, but not great.
Service was excellent, waiters regularly filled our cups with water and served us soda. Received food fast so we didn't go on starving.
Good enough to bring family or friends if they are hungry. -
Review from Dave M.
Toronto, ON
12/7/2011
My third time here and always around Christmas with a group of co-workers. The 12 of us had a reservation so we were quickly seated at lunch time (just before noon), but I was surprised at the fact the place never got more then half filled. Previous trips had seen it packed at lunch time.
The waiter was quick with our drinks and order taking and the food arrived within 10 minutes. Everyone got what they wanted, nobody complained and nothing had to go back for more cooking or any changes which was a nice difference from my first time here.
I was all prepared for a nice sirloin streak, but when reading the menu the Portobello and Goat Cheese Burger caught my eye and I had to try it. I'm glad I did.
It was 8 ounces of Angus beef with a huge mushroom on top of the meat in a nice, fluffy bun. Cooked medium just as I'd ordered it, I expected the mushroom to be grilled too, but it didn't seem to be and it had a bit of a stringiness to the texture which I initially didn't find appealing when biting into the burger, but it got less stringy towards the centre of the mushroom and tasted quite nice. Over all the burger was quite good and I didn't bother putting any condiments on it so I could really taste the beef. The goat cheese provided a bit of tanginess to it, but I also tossed in a few of the golden fries to help add crunch. The fries were very good, hot and crispy, but not too hard. I was able to eat them all before they'd cooled down too much and they didn't seem to get soft like some french fries do within minutes of being served. Four others at the table also had the burger and everybody seemed to like it, so it seemed to be a good choice.
Most people simply had one of the beers on tap. The selection was small for a GTA restaurant-bar with just the standard big brewery brands and Keith's, Rickard's and Sleeman's. I had a pint of Rickard's Red which goes well with most beef dishes. It's a decent beer, but nothing to write home about.
I had the Decadent Chocolate Walnut Brownie for dessert which comes with a scoop of Vanilla ice cream on it. Very rich and filling, but surprisingly not too sweet.
Total damage with tax and tip was around $35. Not bad for a once in a while lunch outing, but there are definitely better and cheaper places for a burger and beer throughout the GTA. -
Review from Goos Y.
5/16/2012 2 Check-ins Here
I ate here twice since it was next to the hilton I was staying at. I had two fairly uneven experiences here. My first visit was good. The service was good and the ribs and lobster was pretty good(lobster was little tough but ribs were spot on). My second visit was aweful. They were fairly busying so it too forever for them to take my order. I got the ahi tuna salad after reading some of the other positive reviews. Big Mistake! When it was served, the tuna was smelly really fishy which is a really bad sign of it not being fresh. My first bite confirmed that it was unedible. This dropped my rating to a 2 star. I wouldn't go out of my to come back unless I really really have a craving for their ribs.
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Review from Paula R.
Scarborough, ON
5/17/2012
I've been to a few Baton Rouge. They have a nice ambience but not very good food. I had the Louisiana chicken and it was really dry. The staff was very nice and friendly. The kids meal was very large for my 7 year niece. The burger was big enough for an adult. Also the three guys who ate the ribs all got the runs. Don't go there for the food.
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Review from Sherisse D.
5/17/2012
I was extremely disappointed at baton rouge this week. It was my first visit and i had heard such great things but the service food presentation and even food taste were very underwhelming. I will not likely return .
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Review from Em L.
Markham, ON
Service was alright, no problems. She served our entrees within 15 minutes of order. The mood is good for dates. Although I went with multiple
People. The drinks are refilled by a waiter timely. Overall the entrees do fill you up. If you are looking to have dinner here bring atleast $30. Also lunch is served from 11-4pm -
Review from Billy K.
Markham, ON
3/18/2012 2 Check-ins Here
3.5 stars. I do enjoy the chicken and ribs combo here. The spinach dip appetizer is also very good. Service is average. I tried a few of their entree salads as well and they were good. I don't usually eat french fries but I do like them here. Had the steak once but prefer the Keg in this regard.
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Review from Darren L.
Scarborough, ON
I've been here a few times as the steak is very well prepared. They do make sure that you are absolutely stuffed from the appetizer and salad before you even get to the main course so beware! And then there is the potatoes! ;)
As for the atmosphere, it is very friendly and civilized. They will address any concerns that you might have right away even if they are busy.
It is a bit pricey but you get what you paid for. And as I said, you will be full. -
Review from Frank L.
Toronto, ON
8/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
Environment is good for party. For the night besides our Birthday boy there are at least another 3 o 4 tables with birthday celebration.
Here is famous for its ribs. There is a special today $21 for a big rack of ribs stretching from one end to the other end of the plate. The rib is tender and juicy. Once you touch it the meat just comes off. If it can be marinated longer, it will be even better. The Tilapia is cooked just right with the top broiled a bit. The Tuna steak is a taste of a kind. It is between sashimi and cooked fish. If rating it as a steak, I would say it is blue to rare. The apple cinnamon is good. Salad is a large portion. The only missing part is its burger. It used to cost around $10 and now $14.
Service is good. -
Review from Dora P.
Toronto, ON
5/17/2011
The only reason why I come back to Baton Rouge is because of their ribs! It is cooked to perfection and literally, fall off the bone goodness.
You have the option for the 10oz back ribs ($20) or 16 oz ($25). You get a LOT more if you opt for the 16oz and it's worth it!
My side dish was a loaded baked potato, thoroughly hot and delicious.
I usually enjoy the ambience and service. And tonight was no different.
Definitely will be back. -
Review from Lynn C.
12/23/2010
overpriced crappy food with good service and ambiance.
The only food that was satisfying was their sweet potato fries.
I got the three course meal ($35):
1. potatoe soup: turned out it was MASHED POTATOES in a bowl. Asked the server what was going on with it and she actually said "thats how our potatoe soup is served, kinda like mashed potatoes." i switched it to a caesar salad and that was okay.
2. Steak frite: The medium "new york striploin" turned out to be a piece of puck, and it tasted like one too. The sweet potatoe fries were actually th best I've ever had
3. Red velvet cake: too rich and sweet. had cream cheese frosting, which made it worse.
My boyfriend got chicken and ribs ($24)
1. chicken: meh
2. ribs: meh.
3. garlic mash poatoes: tastes like my potato soup.
TIP: If you find your potatoes and fries bland and dry, ask for their peppercorn sauce, that might make your food at least palatable..it was at least how i finished my steak.
We also tried our friend's coleslaw. Be careful, lots of raw onions.
Utterly unsatisfying and burned a huge hole in our wallet after drinks, tax, and tips -
Review from Ariel G.
11/14/2010
Frankly I am surprised! I was a regular patron of Baton Rouge in Montreal, and was always pleased by their Chicken Fingers. I had not tried any Toronto location until a few days ago.
Judy and I went on Thursday night, at about 8:30 to have a quick meal. It is difficult to park there because there is a hugely popular tea shop, but we persevered and found a spot.
The interior of the restaurant is very well done, with beautifully cofferred ceilings, and tremendously attractive artificial plants. The seating is comfortable and intimate (for a big space), and the service could be just a tiny bit better. There is a step that leads to the booths surrounding the restaurant that is can be a hazard, but it is 'signed' on all tables at the booth.
Their featured item for the day was a full rack of baby back ribs which I ordered. My much better half ordered one their specialty hamburgers. As sides we both ordered the beans and I added the baked cinnamon apple slices.
Judy pronounced the hamburger delicious. As to the rib they were truly "falling off the bone". I was able, using a knife and fork, and no effort whatsoever to eat all the juicy morsels and strip the bones clean. They were very good. I would have prepared a slightly more tangy sauce, or even a dry rub, and on that account they do not get their 5th star. The beans and apples were delicious.
Another curious note is that with their relatively stiff price range for casual dining, they offer neither bread nor salad. This is a departure from their direct competitors and prompted me to remove a further 1/2 star. But since Yelp does not unable 1/2 stars I am in the habit on rounding down.
They can tweak the food a bit, add bread and salad and really shine! We will be back. -
Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
10/26/2010 15 photos
I never have high expectation for Franchise Restaurant. I found most of the time the food they serves are ok but not great. Nothing will make you go yay! I have to tell my friends to come, but at least it is much certain expectations.
Monday night the place is 80% empty. The services here is friendly and professional.. but the food... is meh, ok but not great!
My boyfriend wants to order a steak and they have that Savour York Region Prix Menu that includes a salad, a steak and dessert for $35. So I suggest why don't we order that.
Ceasar Salad
I think I would never order Ceasar Salad out at all.. They should really check if the Romaine lettuce is fresh or not before serving. A lot of the leaves are yellowing and browning with spots. Can even see that in the dim lighting. Not Fresh at all!! -0.5 star
Filet Mignon
The steak is ok, cooked medium rare the way we requested. Extra veggies requested to replaced the baked potato. Good fresh broccoli.
Dessert
They don't have the Velvet Cake, So a chocolate nutty cake was offered as replacement. It taste ok. I think Baton Rouge really needs to work on presentation of food. Just dumping the slice cake on the plate is not what I expect from a restaurant.
I order the Burger with hot apples. I find it is quite tasty. The patty is made with fresh ground beef and you do have the options of cooking it medium well or well done. However, the lettuce in the burger has the same days old dry and brownish look...
Will I come back? Maybe... but I know I won't be ordering salads..... -
Review from bold c.
Toronto, ON
12/1/2010
Lunch great. Dinner crap. Service marginal.
The locations outside of Markham are better choices.
The service is the issue. If they improve their delivery times from 30-60 minutes to 15-20 for an entree they would ranking higher.
Go here if you want to kill time. -
Review from Alex P.
Vaughan, ON
9/17/2010
Baton Rouge always sets the bar high on atmosphere and service and this location is no exception. The staff are friendly but professional -- in short, dignified but not stuck up. A blessed relief from the fake good humour and over the top antics of wait staff at other places (ahem, Jack Astor's).
The menu is very much geared towards carnivores, so vegetarians watch out. The Louisiana Chicken Tender salad is my personal favourite. If you think salad can't fill you up, think again. This whopping mountain of greenery, fried (or grilled) chicken pieces, artichoke hearts, and much more is enough to satisfy 3 or 4 people. Absolutely delicious, especially with the lime dressing.
For me Baton Rouge is a rare but always welcome treat. -
Review from Jill C.
North York, ON
11/23/2009 1 Check-in Here
I live across from baton rouge on yonge street and this location is a million times better, I can't believe they are suppose to be the same restaurant?
I ordered the steak and it was so good and cooked just the way I liked it, it was almost to good to be true. I think it might of just been the best steak I have ever had. It's really hard to find one these days.
The baked potato was the perfect size, I hate it when restaurants give you these tiny little potato's.. What am I suppose to do with it?
The ribs were excellent too, but I think my steak was better!
The food was reasonably priced for what we ordered. The woman beside our table had a completely raw steak, I like mine medium-well and she ended up sick in the washroom. Ambulance and fire had to come to the restaurant and they were trying to blame it on the food they ate, well the steak was extremely raw and she did have a few glasses of wine..
Overall, the experience was good and amusing. -
Review from Rudy W.
1/31/2011 1 Check-in Here
great food, lauzy service.
lately I've notice that the steak house for some reason is always full every night. regardless which city/state/country I went to. which is good. that seems people are going out and enjoy a nice dinner again.
Gumbo, you can skip it. too water down, I think Campbell version is better
Baby back ribs, it is really baby, 10oz weigh but the size is very tiny, smaller than my pinky finger. but they cook it to perfection, so it is good.
and the key lime pie, not bad either. a bit too sweet for me.
the sweet potato fries, hm.. I think I stik with regular potato, because this one is mushy.. -
Review from Jay A.
2/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
Food was kinda cold when delivered and overall the place looks fancy but it's a glorified Applebees.
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Review from May L.
Markham, ON
10/3/2010
I come here whenever I have cravings for ahi tuna. I think it's one of the best in town. Unlike most restaurants that give you a few slices of ahi tuna and charges $25-30, baton rouge gives you the the whole tuna steak. The proportion fulfills my cravings. The sauce for the tuna steak is also very delicious! I love to pick fries as a side because the tuna sauce and the fries just go so well together. Definitely worth a visit!
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Review from Benoit L.
Boucherville, QC
11/24/2010
This is part of a chain. Experience is pretty much the same across the 3 locations I tried. Food variety is broad, centered around ribs, steaks and grill. It's okay but not great, however what you see on the menu is what you get. Booths are comfortable. Service was ok. Wine list is minimal. Overall overpriced a little, but again, it's a safe choice.
