Ruffino’s on the River

4.8

1987 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 42 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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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 Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, 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 CheesecakeUSD 14.95
Blue crabmeat, Italian cheeses, Creole meunière sauce, hollandaise
BBQ ShrimpUSD 14.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, garlic, black pepper, rosemary, creamy butter sauce, mascarpone polenta
Seared TunaUSD 14.95
Yellowfin tuna, soy caviar, micro cilantro, Himalayan salt block
Seafood AranciniUSD 11.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp and blue crabmeat, fontina cheese, risotto, Alfredo, vodka tomato cream
Braised Pork CheeksUSD 12.95
48-hr. braised pork cheeks, Benton's bacon jam, pork jus, butternut squash purée
Charbroiled OystersUSD 13.95
Fresh Gulf oysters, tasso garlic butter, Romano cheese
Crab & Corn BisqueUSD 9.95
Jumbo lump crabmeat, sweet white corn, cream
CaesarUSD 7.95
Romaine, Caesar dressing, homemade croutons, Parmesan cheese
WedgeUSD 9.95
Blue cheese, baby iceberg, Benton's bacon, cherry tomatoes & Italian Buttermilk Dressing
SensationUSD 7.95
Tangy Gorgonzola vinaigrette, romaine, pistachios, crispy prosciutto, roasted tomatoes
Spinach CelebrationUSD 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 PizzaUSD 13.95
Our culinary team's nightly creation
Four Cheese PizzaUSD 10.95
Parmesan, fontina, provolone, Mozzarella & tomato sauce
Meat PizzaUSD 13.95
Pepperoni, Italian sausage, prosciutto, provolone & Mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce
Suprema PizzaUSD 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 ozUSD 38.95
- 12 ozUSD 49.95
16 oz Rib-EyeUSD 38.95
Cut in-house, herb butter, mashed potatoes
Steak OscarUSD 49.95
Grilled 8 oz filet, asparagus, bernaise, jumbo lump crabmeat
Pork TchoupitoulasUSD 29.95
11-oz. center cut chop, New Orleans-style bbq shrimp, mashed potatoes
Steakhouse HamburgerUSD 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 TunaUSD 34.95
Blue crabmeat, lemon butter, Broccolini
Shrimp AlfredoUSD 23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, Romano cream, fettuccine
BBQ Shrimp PastaUSD 23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, New Orleans-style bbq butter, fettuccine
Shrimp SorrentoUSD 23.95
Jumbo Gulf shrimp, vodka tomato cream, capellini
Fish KatieUSD 35.95
Fresh Gulf fish, jumbo lump crabmeat, Creole meunière, hollandaise, mashed potatoes
Cedar Plank CatchUSD 28.95
Fresh Gulf fish, cedar plank, pesto, tomatoes, balsamic syrup, mashed potatoes

Italian

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

What 1,987 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
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Most Booked
Lafayette
Best Overall
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Best Food
Lafayette
Best Service
Lafayette
Best Ambience
Lafayette
Best Value
Lafayette
Good for groups
Lafayette
Hot spot
Lafayette
Good for special occasions
Lafayette
Lively
Lafayette
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ruffino's on the River offers a "great dining experience" with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." The river views enhance the "wonderful ambiance," making it ideal for special occasions or date nights. Notable dishes include the amberjack special and crème brûlée. While occasional seating issues arise, the overall experience is consistently praised.

1,987 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience. Food 10/10 tasted delicious.. Drinks 9/10.. Felt a little rushed to eat and dine in due to waitress kept on coming to our table but she made sure our food and everything was good and cook right so can’t complain about he/she..
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Brittany
New Orleans
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Ruffinos! It’s the perfect spot for date night. The wine is always the perfect temperature and their pizza never disappoints (it’s my fave)
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Nicole
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always amazing service and good is always perfect!
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Richard
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere , great food, and great service. We both had the filet and added Ruffino’s bacon jam. Server Steve never disappoints
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Scott
West Palm Beach
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service, food, and ambience are the best I have experienced in Lafayette!
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David
VIP
Kansas City
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant right on the river with excellent views if you sit in the section with windows to the river. Food was great and service was excellent. We will definitely be back if in town in the future!
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Eric
Baton Rouge
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Got the pork chop special rice was on the cold side The chicken parm the pasta was on the cold side
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OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Ruffinos from the moment we walked through the door until the second we walked out. The service, the food, the ambiance all of it …A+ Best crème brûlée in Lafayette!
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Stephen
VIP
Baton Rouge
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy going to Ruffino’s on the river as I love the location, the building and the personnel are always very courteous and efficient. This time I have to say that one of the chef specials that I had was pretty disappointing it was a pork chop fillet over a bed of ?? it was really hard to say. The pork chop itself was fine, but the orzo or rice or whatever it was, and the seasonings in general were mediocre. Certainly far from my normal meal at this restaurant and below normal expectations. I will happily return, however. I expect this was just one of those “misses” as far as I my tastes are concerned. Maybe other people loved it.
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Cameron
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Daniel was exceptional. He made our experience worth every cent.
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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 1987 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

8 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 42 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 Parking
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, Takeaway, 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 booking

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 CheesecakeUSD 14.95

BBQ ShrimpUSD 14.95

Seared TunaUSD 14.95

Seafood AranciniUSD 11.95

Braised Pork CheeksUSD 12.95

Charbroiled OystersUSD 13.95

Crab & Corn BisqueUSD 9.95

CaesarUSD 7.95

WedgeUSD 9.95

SensationUSD 7.95

Spinach CelebrationUSD 7.95

Pizza

Daily Feature PizzaUSD 13.95

Four Cheese PizzaUSD 10.95

Meat PizzaUSD 13.95

Suprema PizzaUSD 14.95

Steaks

Filet

16 oz Rib-EyeUSD 38.95

Steak OscarUSD 49.95

Pork TchoupitoulasUSD 29.95

Steakhouse HamburgerUSD 13.95

Seafood

Grilled TunaUSD 34.95

Shrimp AlfredoUSD 23.95

BBQ Shrimp PastaUSD 23.95

Shrimp SorrentoUSD 23.95

Fish KatieUSD 35.95

Cedar Plank CatchUSD 28.95

Italian

Veal ParmesanUSD 25.95

Veal MichaelUSD 31.95

Eggplant ParmesanUSD 17.95

Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 13.95

Chicken ParmesanUSD 19.95

Chicken AlfredoUSD 20.95

LasagnaUSD 17.95

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Does Ruffino’s on the River offer gift cards?

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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