Grilled cheese sandwiches have been rocking the world since it originated during the 1920’s. They are a simple yet popular dish, and on April 12, you can celebrate its history with National Grilled Cheese Day. If you’re looking to eat a grilled cheese on the holiday, Baton Rouge restaurants and eateries offer sandwich options to satisfy your need for the cheese:
The Big Cheezy
Location: 1098 Bob Petit Blvd.
The Big Cheezy is one of Baton Rouge’s new locations filled with cheesy goodness. The food truck sits in front of Tigerland and sells many different types of specialty grilled cheese sandwiches, including the “Mac N’ Cheezy,” which includes bacon macaroni and cheese within the sandwich.
Bistro Byronz
Location: 5412 Government St. and 8200 Village Plaza Court
Bistro Byronz has two Baton Rouge locations that offer a number of lunch and sandwich specials. Among the specials, the menu includes a “Gourmet Grilled Cheese” with mixed cheese, tomato and caramelized onion served on grilled po’boy bread.
The Blue Rose
Location: 11950 Cloverland Ave.
The Blue Rose is a cafe and bakery open for breakfast and lunch with many light meal options. The menu includes the “Gourmet Cheese,” which includes mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and balsamic vinaigrette drizzle on ciabatta bread.
The Londoner Grill
Location: 4215 S Sherwood Forest Blvd
The Londoner Grill is a British pub-style eatery with offering everything from pasta and chicken to burgers and sanwiches. The Londoner’s grilled cheese includes Swiss, cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses grilled on Rosemary Focaccia bread.
Elsie’s Plate & Pie
Location: 3145 Government St.
Elsie’s Plate & Pie is an modern-style restaurant that’s perfect for any college student looking for something differnent. Elsie’s offers a three-cheese sandwich, which includes cheddar, pepper jack and smoked Gouda on sourdough bread.