The best cafes in Baton Rouge

3 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Highland Coffees

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Highland Coffees keeps it simple and stellar with beans roasted right in the shop, fine loose teas, and pastries that vanish fast because…

3350 Highland Rd · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Highland Coffees keeps it simple and stellar with beans roasted right in the shop, fine loose teas, and pastries that vanish fast because they’re actually good. When you need a calm breather near the North Gates, their specialty drinks and in-house roasts quietly do the heavy lifting.”

From the Baton Rouge newsletter, August 6, 2026

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The Vintage

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Cozy cafe known for beignets and offering breakfast, dinner, champagne, and cocktails.

333 Laurel St

“Cozy cafe known for beignets and offering breakfast, dinner, champagne, and cocktails.”

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Magpie Cafe

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Bright, contemporary coffee shop offering espresso drinks, tea, pastries, sandwiches & salads.

3205 Perkins Rd

“Bright, contemporary coffee shop offering espresso drinks, tea, pastries, sandwiches & salads.”

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