2025 Best of Baton Rouge presented by
East Baton Rouge Parish Library
There’s no city in Louisiana quite like the capital city. Rich in culture, cuisine, and community, Baton Rouge stands out as a wonderful place to live, work, and play. This year, we are thrilled to publish the inaugural Best of Baton Rouge magazine. Over 106,000 people cast an impressive 236,000 votes to determine what makes Baton Rouge truly exceptional, reflecting on the qualities that define the capital city region.
With more than 3,500 businesses vying for recognition across 11 main categories, including Eat & Drink, Education, Finance, Health & Beauty, Home & Garden, Law, Motors, Real Estate, Services, Shopping, and Things to Do, the competition was fierce. The 627 winners of the inaugural edition of Best of Baton Rouge, the region’s new contest, highlight the businesses and organizations that have won the hearts of both locals and visitors alike. This contest celebrates the top businesses in 260 categories, recognizing their excellence and significant contributions to the community.
Best of Baton Rouge not only shines a spotlight on what makes the area special but also strengthens the local economy and fosters community pride. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the thousands who took the time to cast their votes in support of local businesses. This contest serves as a platform to celebrate the best of Baton Rouge, from restaurants and shops to services and attractions, and to honor the unique qualities that make Baton Rouge and the surrounding region a cherished destination in Louisiana.
We encourage you to keep this magazine handy and visit VoteBestofBatonRouge.com. Whether you are looking for something to do or a service you need, explore our winners and experience the very best that Baton Rouge has to offer.
Be on the lookout for more ways we’ll be celebrating Baton Rouge’s business community in the coming year from The Advocate and Georges Media, Louisiana’s largest locally owned media company.
Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to those of you who took the time to vote!
2025 Best of Baton Rouge
Winner's Event Photos
To all the 2025 Best of Baton Rouge winners – thank you for joining us for a night to remember!
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