Chefs reveal their favorite appetizers in Baton Rouge

Sometimes the best way to eat good food is to eat other good food right before. That's the beauty of appetizers.

We asked some of the city's chefs and restaurateurs what their favorite starters are in Baton Rouge, with the caveat that they couldn't pick from their own restaurant or business.

Here's what they had to say:

Jason Lopez, Nino's

The best appetizers are the ones that start the meal off on a good foot. For Lopez, that's the crab fingers at Louisiana Lagniappe.

“There’s something special about the crab fingers at Louisiana Lagniappe,” he said. “They’re fresh and light — exactly the kind of appetizer you want to share around the table. The sweet crab, the richness of the olive oil, and the brightness of the herbs come together in a way that feels both simple and elevated. It’s