Ruffino’s on the River

4.8

1977 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

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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Private dining

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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
Neighborhood
Lafayette
Cross street
Between Kaliste Saloom and Johnston St. right by bridge
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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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.

Crabmeat Cheesecake$14.95
Blue crabmeat, Italian cheeses, Creole meunière sauce, hollandaise
BBQ Shrimp$14.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, garlic, black pepper, rosemary, creamy butter sauce, mascarpone polenta
Seared Tuna$14.95
Yellowfin tuna, soy caviar, micro cilantro, Himalayan salt block
Seafood Arancini$11.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp and blue crabmeat, fontina cheese, risotto, Alfredo, vodka tomato cream
Braised Pork Cheeks$12.95
48-hr. braised pork cheeks, Benton's bacon jam, pork jus, butternut squash purée
Charbroiled Oysters$13.95
Fresh Gulf oysters, tasso garlic butter, Romano cheese
Crab & Corn Bisque$9.95
Jumbo lump crabmeat, sweet white corn, cream
Caesar$7.95
Romaine, Caesar dressing, homemade croutons, Parmesan cheese
Wedge$9.95
Blue cheese, baby iceberg, Benton's bacon, cherry tomatoes & Italian Buttermilk Dressing
Sensation$7.95
Tangy Gorgonzola vinaigrette, romaine, pistachios, crispy prosciutto, roasted tomatoes
Spinach Celebration$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 Pizza$13.95
Our culinary team's nightly creation
Four Cheese Pizza$10.95
Parmesan, fontina, provolone, Mozzarella & tomato sauce
Meat Pizza$13.95
Pepperoni, Italian sausage, prosciutto, provolone & Mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce
Suprema Pizza$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 oz$38.95
- 12 oz$49.95
16 oz Rib-Eye$38.95
Cut in-house, herb butter, mashed potatoes
Steak Oscar$49.95
Grilled 8 oz filet, asparagus, bernaise, jumbo lump crabmeat
Pork Tchoupitoulas$29.95
11-oz. center cut chop, New Orleans-style bbq shrimp, mashed potatoes
Steakhouse Hamburger$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 Tuna$34.95
Blue crabmeat, lemon butter, Broccolini
Shrimp Alfredo$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, Romano cream, fettuccine
BBQ Shrimp Pasta$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, New Orleans-style bbq butter, fettuccine
Shrimp Sorrento$23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, vodka tomato cream, capellini
Fish Katie$35.95
Fresh Gulf fish, jumbo lump crabmeat, Creole meunière, hollandaise, mashed potatoes
Cedar Plank Catch$28.95
Fresh Gulf fish, cedar plank, pesto, tomatoes, balsamic syrup, mashed potatoes

Italian

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

What 1,977 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Romantic
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Great for scenic views
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Steak
Baton Rouge / Lafayette
Most Booked
Lafayette
Best Overall
Lafayette
Best Food
Lafayette
Best Service
Lafayette
Best Ambiance
Lafayette
Best Value
Lafayette
Good for groups
Lafayette
Hot spot
Lafayette
Neighborhood gem
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 exceptional dining experience characterized by "fantastic" food and "amazing" service. Guests frequently praise the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, especially servers like Daniel and Tori. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions or casual outings, with a diverse menu and excellent wine selection. "Never disappoints."

1,977 Reviews

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Jeffery
VIP
New Orleans
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately our party of 5 was seated at a booth in the bar that should accommodate 2 or 3 guests. I booked 5 days in advance and had to verify my reservations 3 times before arriving. The table is not suitable for 5 guests. Service was good. Taylor is very friendly and professional. Food was good as always but tough to totally enjoy when sitting on top of each other. Disappointing experience overall due to the inappropriate table for our size party.
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Maddie
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was great! Our servers were attentive and the food is always delicious.
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Kevin
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ruffino's never fails to impress. From their dress code to the atmosphere...it all screams high end establishment. Our server Tori was an absolute delight and we enjoyed conversing with her throughout the night. Amazing food+spectacular service+super atmosphere = top notch dining experience!
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Javion
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was literally amazing. If you’re there and they have the amberjack special I would recommend it EVERYTIME!!
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Teresa
Western NC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, good staff, wonderful location and atmosphere. Can be busy. Suggest making a reservation.
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Courtney
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience , never disappointed
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Tyler
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived early for a 8:30 reservation. We had amazing waiter and waitress, Gino and Kennedy did an amazing job tending to the table. They both went above and beyond for the occasion. Food and Ambiance was outstanding, and presented a great vibe for the evening. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.
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Kalyn
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food & drinks were tasty. I would have liked to see a more extensive wine menu. Our server, Tori, was excellent
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Carl
Phoenix
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our go to place for date night. Always great service and ambiance. You won’t go wrong here!
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Renee
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time visiting Ruffino’s. Great atmosphere, but the quality of the food is not worth the hype. I was very disappointed. My husband order a coffee, which was cold , had to ask for a hot cup of coffee. My entree was Shrimp Fettuccine, I was brought a large bowl of fettuccine noodles which was tasteless. The list goes on.
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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 4.8 stars by 1977 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 reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 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
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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

Gift card

Solarium

Apps / Soup / Salads

Crabmeat Cheesecake$14.95

BBQ Shrimp$14.95

Seared Tuna$14.95

Seafood Arancini$11.95

Braised Pork Cheeks$12.95

Charbroiled Oysters$13.95

Crab & Corn Bisque$9.95

Caesar$7.95

Wedge$9.95

Sensation$7.95

Spinach Celebration$7.95

Pizza

Daily Feature Pizza$13.95

Four Cheese Pizza$10.95

Meat Pizza$13.95

Suprema Pizza$14.95

Steaks

Filet

16 oz Rib-Eye$38.95

Steak Oscar$49.95

Pork Tchoupitoulas$29.95

Steakhouse Hamburger$13.95

Seafood

Grilled Tuna$34.95

Shrimp Alfredo$23.95

BBQ Shrimp Pasta$23.95

Shrimp Sorrento$23.95

Fish Katie$35.95

Cedar Plank Catch$28.95

Italian

Veal Parmesan$25.95

Veal Michael$31.95

Eggplant Parmesan$17.95

Spaghetti & Meatballs$13.95

Chicken Parmesan$19.95

Chicken Alfredo$20.95

Lasagna$17.95

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

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Is Ruffino’s on the River currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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