Top Rated Parks to Visit in Saint Amant

"Although Baton Rouge is largely considered a site for culture and history tours, there are several things to do in Baton Rouge for the nature lovers as well. The Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center is a huge park containing a variety of landscapes. As you amber through the pathways, you will encounter armadillos, coyotes, foxes, otters, and many more creatures in the Center’s forest and swamps."

"Swing by Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center on your Baton Rouge vacation. It is a huge park with facilities that aims to preserve the city’s ecosystem. In the main building, you’ll see marvelous exhibits of animals, plants, flora, and even fascinating minerals."

"There is no doubt, a walk in the park should be on your list of things to do in Baton Rouge on a date. Take a leisurely walk through Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center. You will see wonderful and untouched flora and fauna."

"The park's amenities include the Skate Park and BMX Raceway, a rock climbing wall, a community playground, tennis court and walking, skating and biking trails."

"The Burden Museum & Gardens offers discovery and adventure through historic, natural and educational experiences that teach visitors about Louisiana’s cultural past. The Museum and Gardens cover over 440 acres of land belonging to LSU. One of the main sections is the museum that features a large collection of artifacts from farms, plantations, and households."

"I got a small bowl with white chicken, veggies, and brown rice. I could not get enough of it. It was perfect for a lunch a..."

"Rêve Coffee Lab (pictured), is also nicknamed Reve stick and located in the white Star Market. They are a long arm from across the Atchafalaya, extending from their mother ship Reve Coffee Roasters in Lafayette, where they roast all their juicy coffee beans. Rêve's main focus is quality-vs-quantity, precision, creating community, and creativity."

"Rêve Coffee Lab just opened their own spot in Baton Rouge and we could not be more excited. It’s located in Willow Grove by Perkins Rowe, which is a nice, quaint little area of town. Their specialty coffees are amazing."

"If you have a hankering for a cupcake, this is the place to get them. Cupcake Allie specializes in the classic dessert ranging from traditional flavors like red velvet to unique such as orange wasabi and chocolate cayenne."

"Ruffino’s is part-owned and run by local celebrity chef, Peter Sclafani, a man of Italian heritage who was born in New Orleans. Stretching across two venues (the other one is in Lafayette) Sclafani serves up a hybrid of Italian and Creole cuisine. Ruffino’s is named after part-owner Ruffin Rodrigue, a former lineman for the Louisiana State University."

"Sclafani brings his rich Italian heritage to the table, serving up a unique hybrid of Italian and Creole cuisine you can’t get anywhere else. Like Parrain’s, Ruffino’s specializes in all things local. They highlight seasonal ingredients in their kitchen and bar and source what they can from the local farmer’s market."

"Zorba’s was first established in 1984 by Dinos and Polina Economides, introducing Baton Rouge to their Greek culinary heritage. After moving to a new location on Essen Lane in May, Zorba’s presents a rejuvenated menu, updating the old family classics for a contemporary customer. Recommended dishes include cheese saganaki, flambéed at the table and served with lemon and pitta bread."

"Husband and wife team Dinos and Polina Economides opened Zorba’s Greek Bistro in 1984. They were the first Greek restaurant in Baton Rouge. The family-owned eatery serves a variety of dishes including cheese saganaki, grilled halloumi, pitta bread, and gyros (YEE-rohs)."

"When it opened in 1984, Zorba’s brought a fresh new flavor to Baton Rouge — that of the Greek isles. We’re talking tzatziki, grilled halloumi, spanakopita and dolmades. If you don’t know what those are, you’re in for a real treat."

"If you’ve never heard of the word “lagniappe,” it means “a little something extra,” and it’s the perfect way to describe Louisiana Lagniappe’s menu. Though it first opened its doors in Destin, Florida, the owners decided to move back to the homeland in order to serve its city proud. The menu features countless Louisiana favorites with something more to offer."

"Unlike most of the restaurants on our list, Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant started outside of Louisiana. The restaurant originally opened in Florida in the 1980s but made the move to Louisiana in the late 1990s. “Lagniappe” means a small gift or something extra."

"This week we are selling Crawfish & Andouille Fettuccine Family Dinners to go for $60 (plus tax). Orders will be available for pick up on Wednesday, April 22nd, Thursday, April 23rd, and Friday, April 24th. We have 150 orders available for sale."