Elsie’s Plate & Pie was recently recognized by the Michelin Guide, the first Baton Rouge restaurant to receive such a distinction. Despite Elsie’s being a long-time Baton Rouge staple and directly across from my old school, I’d never been. However, I just had to see if the hype was deserved.
Entering the restaurant, I was fortunate enough to arrive just early enough to miss the dinner rush, and I watched behind me as the wait gradually went from five minutes to 30. The floorspace is somewhat limited, and Elsie’s has pushed it to its greatest extent. However, the low-lighting, fun graphics and industrial vibe made the space feel cozy.
For appetizers, I tried the Cajun Crawfish Queso, Smoked Wings and the Seafood Lafourche Bisque…