Cuban sandwich, bao buns and more best things we ate this week in Baton Rouge and Acadiana

Cuban sandwich and empanada from Sazon Latin Grill

When people ask me about good restaurants in Baton Rouge, I’m quick to name Sazon Latin Grill, a family-owned spot on O’Neal Lane. When I had a hankering for a Cuban sandwich, I knew just the place.

The Cuban empanada came stuffed with juicy, shredded beef and was served with a side of cilantro-lime sauce, which I hadn’t tried yet. The sauce was so good! The cilantro brought a bright flavor, and the lime juice added a punch of acidity. I dipped my sandwich in it, too.

The Cuban sandwich was built as it should be: pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard on French bread. It tasted just like I remembered: downright delicious. I sent photos and bragged about the meal in my family group text.

If it’s your first time here, I recommend this order to start off, because you can’t go wrong with this classic handheld and empanada. Though it’s about a 20-minute drive from my house, the flavors are worth it every time…

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