Ruffino’s on the River

4.7

1958 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Charming

Ruffino's on the River is a -Steak-Seafood-Italian restaurant and an experience in Food and Atmosphere like no others. Located in Lafayette, La. From the time you walk in and see the wood burning stove aflame, to the beautiful smiles on every Ruffino's team member's faces, you will have goose bumps on the back of your neck for the dining journey that awaits you. The scenes of the gorgeous Vermilion River where our outdoor patio looks over is breath taking. From our wonderful signature Crabmeat Cheesecake appetizer to our mind blowing Cedar Plank baked Redfish or our mouth watering Prime cut Steaks, the menu is diversive for everyone. The relaxed but swinging music along with perfect lighting and energy make this this ultimate restaurant in Louisiana. I where Louisiana Comes to Celebrate!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steak, Italian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(337) 706-7333
Website
http://www.ruffinosrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Cliff Wright.....Food Czar
Catering
You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
Private party facilities
Make Ruffino's on the River your choice for birthday's, anniversaries, speaker programs, rehearsal dinners or business meetings. We can accommodate private parties up to 100 guests in a variety of settings.
Private party contact
Leah Mellem: (337) 706-7333

Location
921 Camellia Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70508
Area
Lafayette
Cross Street
Between Kaliste Saloom and Johnston St. right by bridge
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Solarium
Multiple dates available
*The Solarium CANNOT be guaranteed due to the potential booking of a Private Party.* Covered and enclosed patio that is temperature controlled and has several floor to ceiling windows, skylights and a view of the river. Same fabulous food and service.

Popular dishes

Crabmeat CheesecakeUS$14.95
Blue crabmeat, Italian cheeses, Creole meunière sauce, hollandaise
BBQ ShrimpUS$14.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, garlic, black pepper, rosemary, creamy butter sauce, mascarpone polenta
Seared TunaUS$14.95
Yellowfin tuna, soy caviar, micro cilantro, Himalayan salt block
Seafood AranciniUS$11.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp and blue crabmeat, fontina cheese, risotto, Alfredo, vodka tomato cream
Braised Pork CheeksUS$12.95
48-hr. braised pork cheeks, Benton's bacon jam, pork jus, butternut squash purée
Charbroiled OystersUS$13.95
Fresh Gulf oysters, tasso garlic butter, Romano cheese
Crab & Corn BisqueUS$9.95
Jumbo lump crabmeat, sweet white corn, cream
CaesarUS$7.95
Romaine, Caesar dressing, homemade croutons, Parmesan cheese
WedgeUS$9.95
Blue cheese, baby iceberg, Benton's bacon, cherry tomatoes & Italian Buttermilk Dressing
SensationUS$7.95
Tangy Gorgonzola vinaigrette, romaine, pistachios, crispy prosciutto, roasted tomatoes
Spinach CelebrationUS$7.95
Balsamic vinaigrette, baby greens, candied pecans, red onions, cherry tomatoes & feta

Pizza

Crispy 10" thin crust New York-style pizza from our wood-burning oven (Cauliflower pizza crust available upon request)

Daily Feature PizzaUS$13.95
Our culinary team's nightly creation
Four Cheese PizzaUS$10.95
Parmesan, fontina, provolone, Mozzarella & tomato sauce
Meat PizzaUS$13.95
Pepperoni, Italian sausage, prosciutto, provolone & Mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce
Suprema PizzaUS$14.95
Pepperoni, Ital. sausage, prosciutto, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, prov. & Mozzarella, tom. sauce

Steaks

Steak Toppings – New Orleans-style bbq shrimp - $10 | Crabmeat Imperial - $12 | Béarnaise - $4 | Jumbo lump crabmeat - $11

Filet
Cut in-house, herb butter, mashed potatoes
- 8 ozUS$38.95
- 12 ozUS$49.95
16 oz Rib-EyeUS$38.95
Cut in-house, herb butter, mashed potatoes
Steak OscarUS$49.95
Grilled 8 oz filet, asparagus, bernaise, jumbo lump crabmeat
Pork TchoupitoulasUS$29.95
11-oz. center cut chop, New Orleans-style bbq shrimp, mashed potatoes
Steakhouse HamburgerUS$13.95
Fresh ground tenderloin and ribeye, Benton's bacon jam, sauteed onions, truffle French fries, on an onion roll

Seafood

Add Toppings – Jumbo lump crabmeat - $11 | Shrimp - $10

Grilled TunaUS$34.95
Blue crabmeat, lemon butter, Broccolini
Shrimp AlfredoUS$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, Romano cream, fettuccine
BBQ Shrimp PastaUS$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, New Orleans-style bbq butter, fettuccine
Shrimp SorrentoUS$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, vodka tomato cream, capellini
Fish KatieUS$35.95
Fresh Gulf fish, jumbo lump crabmeat, Creole meunière, hollandaise, mashed potatoes
Cedar Plank CatchUS$28.95
Fresh Gulf fish, cedar plank, pesto, tomatoes, balsamic syrup, mashed potatoes

Italian

Veal ParmesanUS$25.95
Veal medallions, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, provolone cheese, side of capellini with marinara
Veal MichaelUS$31.95
Veal medallions, jumbo lump crabmeat, Imperial sauce, cappellini with vodka tomato cream
Eggplant ParmesanUS$17.95
Eggplant medallions, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, provolone cheese, side of capellini
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$13.95
Homemade meatballs, Ruffino's Red Sauce
Chicken ParmesanUS$19.95
Boneless chicken breast, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, provolone cheese, side of capellini with marinara
Chicken AlfredoUS$20.95
Boneless chicken breast, Romano cream, fettuccine
LasagnaUS$17.95
Fresh pasta, meat sauce, provolone, ricotta and Parmesan cheeses, Ruffino's Red Sauce

What 1,958 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Great for outdoor dining
Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Romantic
Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Great for scenic views
Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Steak
Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Most Booked
Lafayette
Best Overall
Lafayette
Best Service
Lafayette
Best Ambience
Lafayette
Best Value
Lafayette
Good for groups
Lafayette
Good for special occasions
Lafayette
Lively
Lafayette
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ruffino's on the River offers an exquisite dining experience with a "warm and classy atmosphere" and "great food and service". While some have noted service hiccups, the majority emphasize the restaurant as a "top-notch" destination for celebrations, thanks to its "excellent" dishes like veal specials and crabmeat cheesecake.

1,958 Reviews

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Nanette
VIP
Baton Rouge
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great meal! Our friend from out of town was impressed by the quality of the service staff. Much better than he sees in Dallas.
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Tommy
Baton Rouge
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our visit to Ruffino’s restaurant was for a special occasion. Just me and my wife. We would certainly consider another dining visit there periodically for other special occasions. My wife had a steak meal and I had a fish meal. The shrimp appetizer was absolutely great! Next visit I’m thinking we’d consider trying something from their specialty Italian menu…
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Jennifer
Northern MI
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for my birthday dinner. The food and service was excellent. They surprised me with cotton candy and a chocolate flourless cake for dessert.
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Chris
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding and exceptional food & service! Very nice and inviting restaurant #1 rating review!!
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Leslie
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated my birthday tonight with my family at Ruffino’s. The food was delicious. The drinks were divine and the desserts we had were exceptional but the best part of my evening was the way I was treated by my server’s . I have never been treated so well and they made me feel like the evening was all about me . Tori always asked what she could do to compliment any of our entree’s or appetizers and went over and above to make that happen . McKenzie made sure whatever drinks we ordered was to our liking and even allowed the people in my party to switch up the liquor to suit their taste . It was by far one of the greatest evenings out I’ve ever had . We definitely will be back and I hope to see Tori and McKenzie again the minute I walk into Ruffino’s
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Cathy
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening there! Everything was excellent, service and food
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Quintin
VIP
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service, the food and the ambiance are always perfect.
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Nanette
VIP
Baton Rouge
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A wonderful meal in an excellent restaurant with an upscale atmosphere.
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Sam
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service in a warm and classy atmosphere, one of our top favorites
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Sharlene
Baton Rouge
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was horrible. We waited for over 15 min to be offered a drink/appetizer. Once we did receive our food,noone ever game to check on us to see if we needed anything, or if we were good. Disappointed that I also got someone a gift card to this restaurant for Christmas. Will not return.
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FAQs

Ruffino’s on the River offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (337) 706-7333.

Ruffino’s on the River is rated 4.7 stars by 1958 OpenTable diners.

Ruffino’s on the River does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

921 Camellia Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70508

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Kaliste Saloom and Johnston St. right by bridge
Area
Lafayette
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steak, Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cliff Wright.....Food Czar
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.ruffinosrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(337) 706-7333
Catering
You don't have to host your party at Ruffino's to get the great food and service you are accustomed to at the restaurant. We will cater casual, formal, corporate or private celebrations and events. Our priority is making sure your special occasion is one you will never forget, and it is our promise to accommodate any special requests or needs you may have.
Private party facilities
Make Ruffino's on the River your choice for birthday's, anniversaries, speaker programs, rehearsal dinners or business meetings. We can accommodate private parties up to 100 guests in a variety of settings.
Private party contact
Leah Mellem: (337) 706-7333

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Ruffino’s on the River

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

30 Baton Rouge / Lafayette Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

Solarium

Steak Oscar

Filet

Crabmeat Cheesecake

Apps / Soup / Salads

Crabmeat CheesecakeUS$14.95

BBQ ShrimpUS$14.95

Seared TunaUS$14.95

Seafood AranciniUS$11.95

Braised Pork CheeksUS$12.95

Charbroiled OystersUS$13.95

Crab & Corn BisqueUS$9.95

CaesarUS$7.95

WedgeUS$9.95

SensationUS$7.95

Spinach CelebrationUS$7.95

Pizza

Daily Feature PizzaUS$13.95

Four Cheese PizzaUS$10.95

Meat PizzaUS$13.95

Suprema PizzaUS$14.95

Steaks

Filet

16 oz Rib-EyeUS$38.95

Steak OscarUS$49.95

Pork TchoupitoulasUS$29.95

Steakhouse HamburgerUS$13.95

Seafood

Grilled TunaUS$34.95

Shrimp AlfredoUS$23.95

BBQ Shrimp PastaUS$23.95

Shrimp SorrentoUS$23.95

Fish KatieUS$35.95

Cedar Plank CatchUS$28.95

Italian

Veal ParmesanUS$25.95

Veal MichaelUS$31.95

Eggplant ParmesanUS$17.95

Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$13.95

Chicken ParmesanUS$19.95

Chicken AlfredoUS$20.95

LasagnaUS$17.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ruffino’s on the River offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ruffino’s on the River restaurant rated?

Does Ruffino’s on the River offer gift cards?

Is Ruffino’s on the River currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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