r/batonrouge

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Hi,
we’re four guys, and we’ve put together Westminster’s restaurant scene in an app called Vota. The concept is simple: you see two places side by side (for example Famille vs. Kachina Southwestern Grill), you choose the place you’d rather go to, and the ranking updates instantly. The more people vote, the more accurate the list gets over time. There are still a few duplicates here and there, but I’m continuously cleaning up the data.

Here’s the iPhone version, with categories that actually fit Westminster’s food scene:
https://apps.apple.com/app/vota-restaurant-ratings/id6744969212

And here’s the Android version (finally live):
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vota.app

P.S. I’m not from Westminster (I live in Gothenburg). I’m not collecting data, not selling anything, and the app does not use AI-generated content. I’m posting in a few different subreddits because we now support more regions, and I genuinely want honest feedback from people who actually know the area.

u/TheShynola — 2 hours ago

Apartment advice (Arsenal park, midcity flats, ole London towne)

Hey! I’ve searched the Reddit for advice and have narrowed down my search, but was hoping for more info on Arsenal park apartments, Midcity flats, and Ole London Towne. Lots of reviews I find seem to be from years ago or only single reviews I can’t believe anyone but the landlord left lol.

I’m 26 and looking for 1 bed apartments for max $1200 a month including any utilities not included in rent. Obviously prioritizing safety and comfort and do not want roaches as my roommates.

If anyone has lived here or had friends live in these apartments recently I’d appreciate any comments! Or if you have recommendations for other apartments in the price range I’m all ears.

Thanks!

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u/emptycoffeebottle — 5 hours ago

Dipstix Cars for sale

I see that Dipstix on Jones Creek has had several cars for sale outside of their business for a bit over a year now. Cars come and go. Does anyone have experience with buying them? That oil change place seems desolate most of the time I am wondering if anyone has had a conversation with the owner or has bought one of the cars.

Thanks!

Context: I’m looking to buy a used car in the next year

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u/BoringStyle1377 — 5 hours ago

What does an inpatient stay look like here?

Does anyone have experience with inpatient stays for mental health in BR? I have suffered lifelong with my conditions (including schizophrenia and bipolar -- my doc says I'm not schizoaffective though??? idk man) and everything has been coming to a head. I'm suffering periods of blackout amnesia and my job is on the line now. Low stakes job but third "mess up" in a few months is making it easy to have less patience. I also sleep two whole hours a night, except for the weekends in which I will sleep until 5-6pm or later.

Anyway. I'm losing my fucking marbles and my psych today said inpatient might be the ticket. I'm just wondering how awful that might be? I've put off seeking higher levels of care for so long because of horror stories and being fearful of how they might treat someone like me. I'm not suicidal, I'm not a danger to others or myself; just feel like I'm approaching a mental break. Feel like I need more care than adjusting meds once every two months and hoping for the best. Before you ask -- actively seeking therapy to work on my PTSD. No one wants to accept Medicaid. But I am working on it. (Just like I'm working on getting into neurology for the amnesia... god so help me...)

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u/paganminkin — 19 hours ago

Car Accident 5/21/26

Car accident at the light on perkins between canes and post office. Three sherrifs, EBR fire dpt and st george fire dpt, 4 regular cops, nd one paramedic on site

u/itsxsmitty — 16 hours ago

Daycare recommendations in/near midcity?

Does anyone have recommendations for daycare options around midcity? We are about to need childcare for our two younger kiddos, and I’d love to hear about your experiences if you’re willing to share! We live in Capital Heights and work in midcity and downtown, for reference.

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u/jeanneparc — 17 hours ago
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Income Situation Changing Soon and Looking for Remote Work Suggestions

Single mom of 3 here, and eldest daughter who currently helps financially is leaving for medical school soon, so I’m trying to prepare ahead instead of panic later. I’m looking for legit remote job ideas/opportunities that are flexible enough for a mom schedule. Open to customer service, admin work, scheduling, data entry, healthcare-related remote work, or honestly anything people have had success with.
If anyone has recommendations, companies hiring, or advice on where to start, I’d really appreciate it.

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u/Far_Tumbleweed_8418 — 16 hours ago

The Lost Cove Closed?

Back in town for first time since Christmas and I guess they lost their liquor license and closed? Absolute bummer, ton of good memories at the place.

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u/Haloid1177 — 15 hours ago

Hit and run on Florida

My roommate got involved in a hit and run on Florida by the Checkers right by N. Foster. The guy hit her truck and took off as soon as she confronted him.

Police say they aren’t going to investigate because places don’t want to comply with requests for camera footage so if someone saw something or a license plate, I’d appreciate the help.

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u/BerbilsBerbils — 19 hours ago

Who is the Jambalaya PAC & how do they get my info?

The PAC sent mass texts in opposition of the library.

JAMBALAYA PAC

PO Box 1701

Prairieville, LA 70769

Source: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/CFSearch/LA-106095.pdf

AMANDA MALOY (TREASURER)

PO Box 1701

Prairieville, LA 70769

(225) 413-6486

Source: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/CFSearch/LA-106095.pdf

CAROL GUIDRY (CHAIRPERSON)

Source: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/cfsearch/LA-128024.pdf

Contributors:

Atmos Energy Group

AT&T Louisiana

CLECO

Progressive Bancorp

All Around Lawn Service

Kathryn Bujard

Michelle Darce

Friends of Friday Ellis

Marcus Bryant Campaign, LLC

Cajun Printing

Cajun Printing

EAST PAC

FAIR PAC

LA Free Enterprise PAC

Mid-Continent PAC

North PAC

Pivotal GR Solutions

South PAC

Stanley Reuter Ross Thornton & Alford

West OAC

Source: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/cfsearch/LA-106960.pdf

Contributions to Jambalaya PAC: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/cfsearch/SearchResultsByContributions.aspx

Expenditures by Jambalaya PAC: https://eap.ethics.la.gov/cfsearch/SearchResultsByExpenditures.aspx

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u/Forsaken_Thought — 1 day ago

What’s going on with city golf course?

Can any one explain the signs?
I heard they are tying to build a high rise…

Walking around the park and the golf course is like my favorite thing to do. I just don’t understand getting rid of it.
Also it’s a fun little course even though I don’t play much.

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u/enlistedoden — 1 day ago

No one is moving in this photo

Everyone who blocks intersections like this should be pulled out of their car and spanked

u/Wemetintheair — 2 days ago

looking for places to work remotely

based in old jefferson.

i need to get out of my parents’ house to get work done for the next couple of weeks. i was thinking the library but i usually have meetings on and off throughout the day, so i don’t know if it’s really a good option since the study rooms appear to be first come first serve..

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u/grelca — 22 hours ago

Swamp Milkweed and Other Natives at Local Nursery?

Hey Y'all, I am looking for swamp milkweed and black-eyed susans for my garden. Are there any local nurseries in the Baton Rouge area that sell these plants or other natives? Willing to travel a little further out for healthy plants.

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Explain this to me like I'm a six year old EBR Schools are 89% black and or minority, and St George would be roughly 89% White but St George is not about separating Race?

It seems to me about separating races but dressed up in ** ** disingenuous language.

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u/newsbowser — 3 days ago

Looking for gym recommendations for summer and beyond now that the school year is ending which means my free access to basketball court and tracks etc ending. Recent college grad and current EBR school employee so I have student + teacher/educator discounts available through ID.Me.

Student and or teacher/educator discounts comes with student/teacher/educator wages so economical recommendations preferred, but I can always do some door-dash,uber eats etc to make some more money to afford the gym costs.

Also might bring my partner who gets social anxiety so if there sketchy places I should avoid please let me know.

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u/newsbowser — 1 day ago

Closest Blue Crab Fishing

Looking for the closest spot I can go catch a couple dozen blue crab this time of year. Hoping to find a spot less than an hour and a half away - coming from AP. Years ago I caught a few that spot under the I-10 bridge at the corner of lake Ponch, but they were pretty small. May have just been a bad time of year. I have no boat and will probably have a couple hoop nets and chicken on a line/net.

Anyways - where should I head to?

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u/DrunkSkunkz — 1 day ago