Racquets & strings
Current racquet technology, strings, and grips, with advice matched to your level and style of play.
Metairie & Baton Rouge tennis specialty shops
Gear up.
Play better.
Racquets, court shoes, apparel, and expert service for every level of player—from your first rally to match point.
4 hoursTypical restring turnaround
Price matchWe match all authorized retailers advertised prices.
Free shippingOn purchases over $100
Built for your game
For almost 50 years, players across South Louisiana have trusted Second Serve for the right gear and honest, expert advice.
We are locally owned and operated, with a deep selection for beginners, juniors, league players, and advanced competitors. Not sure what fits your game? Come talk tennis with us.
Explore what we carryIn store
Everything for
the court.
A broad, carefully selected range from leading tennis brands—plus the experience to help you choose well. Purchases are handled in store; call either location to check availability.
Court shoes
A large selection of tennis-specific shoes in sizes for men, women, and children.
Apparel & accessories
Performance clothing for the whole family, plus bags, grips, balls, and on-court essentials.
Latest racquets
Fresh frames,
ready to swing.
Meet two of the newest racquet families in the shop. Stop by to compare models, find your grip size, and get setup advice from people who know the game.
Wilson
Defyer V1
Built for aggressive swings, the Defyer family combines spin-friendly performance, stability, and controlled power.
- 98 Pro
- 100
- 100L
- 100UL
All four models are stocked.
See every Defyer model
Yonex
Muse
A comfort-focused family with a responsive feel and generous sweet spot, designed for smooth, confident play.
- 98
- 100
- 100L
- 100SL
- 107
All five models are stocked.
See every Muse modelWilson Defyer V1
Four ways
to play bold.
The complete Defyer V1 family is in stock. Compare all four models in store, then let our team help with grip size, strings, and setup.
Defyer V1
98 Pro
Precision, stability, and controlled spin for advanced swings.
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Defyer V1
100
The all-court blend of power, spin, and forgiveness.
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Defyer V1
100L
Quicker through the air without losing the family feel.
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Defyer V1
100UL
The easiest-swinging Defyer for maximum maneuverability.
View model details →All Defyer V1 models are stocked.
Call ahead to check current grip-size availability.
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Yonex Muse
Find your
feel.
The complete Muse family is in stock. Compare all five models in store, then let our team help with grip size, strings, and setup.
Muse
98
Control and connection with the most compact Muse head.
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Muse
100
A balanced all-around frame with easy comfort and spin.
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Muse
100L
Comfort and forgiveness in a quicker, lighter package.
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Muse
100SL
The lightest Muse 100 for smooth, easy acceleration.
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Muse
107
The most generous sweet spot and easiest depth in the family.
View model details →All Muse models are stocked.
Call ahead to check current grip-size availability.
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Wilson Defyer V1
98 Pro
$299 racquet price
The most precise Defyer, built for advanced players who bring fast swings and want spin without giving up a connected, controlled response.
- Head size
- 98 in²
- Weight
- 305 g
- Balance
- 31.5 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 20
- Length
- 27 in
- Unstrung SW
- 290
Best fit
Advanced competitors and high-speed swingers looking for the tightest control and most tour-inspired feel in the Defyer family.
What stands out
Its 98-square-inch head and 16 × 20 pattern sharpen directional control, while the Defyer platform is engineered to keep spin, stability, and racquet-head speed working together.
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Wilson Defyer V1
100
$299 racquet price
The central Defyer model blends a forgiving 100-square-inch head with the weight and stability competitive players expect for heavy baseline tennis.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 300 g
- Balance
- 31.5 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 19
- Length
- 27 in
- Unstrung SW
- 300
Best fit
Competitive players who want the broadest mix of spin, power, shot weight, and forgiveness in the lineup.
What stands out
The open 16 × 19 pattern supports spin, while the 300-gram frame keeps enough mass behind the ball for confident exchanges from the baseline.
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Wilson Defyer V1
100L
$289 racquet price
A lighter Defyer that keeps the 100-square-inch head and spin-friendly pattern, with quicker handling for easier racquet-head speed.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 285 g
- Balance
- 32 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 19
- Length
- 27 in
- Unstrung SW
- 285
Best fit
Intermediate and competitive players who like the Defyer response but want less static weight and easier acceleration.
What stands out
At 285 grams unstrung, the 100L is easier to position on quick exchanges while retaining the same head size and string pattern as the Defyer 100.
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Wilson Defyer V1
100UL
$279 racquet price
The lightest Defyer makes the family’s spin-focused performance accessible to players who prioritize fast handling and effortless acceleration.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 265 g
- Balance
- 33 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 19
- Length
- 27 in
- Unstrung SW
- 273
Best fit
Players seeking maximum maneuverability, developing juniors moving into a full-length frame, or anyone who benefits from a lighter swing.
What stands out
The 265-gram weight is the lowest in the family, making the 100UL the quickest option to prepare and accelerate through contact.
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Yonex Muse
98
$305 racquet price
The most control-oriented Muse pairs a compact head with the family’s smooth response for players who want comfort without losing connection.
- Head size
- 98 in²
- Weight
- 305 g
- Balance
- 31.5 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 18
- Length
- 27 in
- Beam
- 24 mm
Best fit
Intermediate to advanced players who favor control and a more traditional weight, but want the forgiving feel of the Muse platform.
What stands out
Yonex combines its ISOMETRIC head shape with Uniform Impact Grommets and a flexible Energy Flow Shaft to broaden the responsive hitting area and soften the ride.
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Yonex Muse
100
$305 racquet price
The all-around Muse balances a forgiving 100-square-inch head, comfortable feel, and manageable weight for smooth play across the court.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 295 g
- Balance
- 32 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 18
- Length
- 27 in
- Beam
- 24.5 mm
Best fit
Club players looking for the most balanced Muse: enough weight for stability, with easier depth and forgiveness than the 98.
What stands out
The 100-square-inch head and open 16 × 18 pattern support a generous hitting area and accessible spin, while the Synchro Frame is tuned for a smoother response.
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Yonex Muse
100L
$305 racquet price
The Muse 100L keeps the family’s comfortable, forgiving response in a lighter frame that is easier to swing and reposition.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 280 g
- Balance
- 32.5 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 18
- Length
- 27 in
- Beam
- 24.5 mm
Best fit
Dedicated beginners, early intermediates, doubles players, and anyone who wants quicker handling without stepping down to the lightest Muse.
What stands out
At 280 grams unstrung, the 100L trims 15 grams from the Muse 100 while preserving its head size, string pattern, and comfort-first construction.
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Yonex Muse
100SL
$305 racquet price
The lightest Muse 100 is designed for effortless acceleration, with a forgiving head and flexible feel that help make full-length swings less demanding.
- Head size
- 100 in²
- Weight
- 265 g
- Balance
- 33 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 18
- Length
- 27 in
- Beam
- 24.5 mm
Best fit
Newer players, improving intermediates, rising juniors, and players who prioritize easy maneuverability over extra mass behind the ball.
What stands out
The 265-gram unstrung weight makes this the quickest Muse 100 to move, while the 16 × 18 pattern helps produce depth and spin with a relaxed swing.
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Yonex Muse
107
$305 racquet price
The most forgiving Muse uses the family’s largest head to make clean contact and easy depth more accessible across a wider hitting area.
- Head size
- 107 in²
- Weight
- 280 g
- Balance
- 33.5 cm
- Pattern
- 16 × 18
- Length
- 27 in
- Beam
- 25 mm
Best fit
Players who put forgiveness, comfort, and a generous sweet spot first, including newer and returning players.
What stands out
The 107-square-inch head offers the widest margin for off-center contact in the lineup while keeping the same open string pattern found across the Muse family.
Racquet demos
Try before you choose.
Compare racquets on court and take the guesswork out of finding the right fit for your game.
Up to 3 racquetsTry as many as three demos at a time.
One weekKeep your demos for one week at a time.
We do not charge for demos but we keep a credit card on file.
Ask at either location about available demo racquets. Read the demo FAQ
Racquet demos
Demo FAQ
Review the terms and make the most of your on-court comparison.
Return to demos- How many racquets can I try?
- You can take up to three demo racquets at a time.
- How long can I keep them?
- Demo racquets may be kept for one week at a time.
- Is there a demo fee?
- We do not charge for demos, but we keep a credit card on file while the racquets are out.
- What if I need more time?
- Keep in touch with us. If your demos are late, you may receive a text about late fees; simply reply and request more time. We try not to charge fees for late demos. We only charge customers who do not return the racquets and do not respond to us, or who violate the restringing policy below.
- Will I get text messages?
- By participating, you agree to receive text notifications and questions about your demo racquets. If a message is sent in error—for example, about a racquet you already returned—let us know and we will resolve it. Please do not block the texts; blocking them could lead us to assume you do not plan to return the demos.
- Can I restring a demo?
- No. Return demo racquets in the same condition in which they were borrowed and unaltered. Individuals, clubs, and other shops may not string our demos. If the strings break, leave them in the racquet as is and you will not be charged for the strings. If the strings are removed entirely or the racquet is restrung by anyone else, you will be charged the full price of the racquet and strings. There are no exceptions.
- Can I change anything else?
- You may change anything that does not permanently alter the racquet. If you change the base grip (the factory grip that is under the overgrip) you may be asked to pay to restore to the original grip. If you want to test different strings, we will work with you, but Second Serve must do the stringing.
- How do I check availability?
- Ask at either location about the demo racquets currently available.
The workshop
Precision in every detail.
Our full-time stringers handle restringing, re-gripping, and advanced racquet customization. We can measure and adjust weight, balance, and swingweight with accuracy and consistency.
We string on Wilson Baiardo and Babolat Evolution Tour machines, carefully maintained and regularly calibrated.
4 hoursTypical restringing turnaround
Same dayAlmost always available
Brands we carry
Trusted equipment from the names players know, with our team here to help you find the right fit for your game.
Racquets
BabolatDunlopHeadTechnifibreVolklWilsonYonex
Shoes
BabolatDiadoraK-SwissMizunoNew BalanceOnWilson
Strings
BabolatDunlopGammaHeadLuxilonSolincoTechnifibreVolklWilsonYonex
Local events
Find your next
tennis weekend.
Tournaments and tennis events within 50 miles of our Metairie and Baton Rouge shops, listed by date. Open an event for schedules, venues, divisions, admission notes, and organizer links.
New Orleans metro
Within 50 miles of Metairie
Baton Rouge area
Within 50 miles of Baton Rouge
Charity tennis & pickleball
Hallowheel 2026
BREC’s Highland Park Tennis Center
Second Serve is a supporting sponsorEvent details →USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
Saturday, 9:00am–3:00pm · Independence Park Tennis Center
Event details →USTA Level 7 juniors
GBRCTA Level 7 Tournament
Saturday, 9:00am–5:00pm · Independence Park Tennis Center
Event details →USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
Sunday, 10:30am–3:30pm · Independence Park Tennis Center
Event details →USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
Saturday, 9:00am–3:00pm · Independence Park Tennis Center
Event details →USTA Level 7 juniors
GBRCTA Level 7 Tournament
Saturday, 9:00am–5:00pm · Independence Park Tennis Center
Event details →Women’s college team tennis
ITA Kickoff Weekend
Friday–Sunday · LSU Tennis Complex
Event details →Charity team tennis
Bella’s Open
Friday–Sunday · LSU Tennis Complex
Second Serve is a sponsorEvent details →Charity doubles
St. Joseph’s Academy Tennis Classic
Friday–Sunday · Bocage Racquet Club
Event details →
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Nov06–07Fri–Sat · 2026
New Orleans · College invitational
Big Easy Classic
The University of New Orleans hosts a two-day college invitational with single-elimination singles and doubles.
Schedule & place
- Dates
- Friday, November 6–Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Venue
- Privateer Tennis Center, New Orleans, LA
- Host
- University of New Orleans tennis
- Schedule note
- Rescheduled from October 2–3, 2026 because of weather.
Format & admission
College invitational with men’s and women’s single-elimination singles and doubles draws; Xavier University of Louisiana’s teams are among the participants.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Nov07–09Sat–Mon · 2026
Featured · New Orleans
Allstate Sugar Bowl Tennis Classic
A USTA national junior tournament for boys and girls from across the U.S. and Puerto Rico in the 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U divisions.
Schedule & venues
- Dates
- Saturday, November 7–Monday, November 9, 2026
- Weekend play
- Matches start at 8:00am Saturday and Sunday
- Finals
- Monday at 9:30am, City Park Tennis Center
- Venues
- City Park Tennis Center, Atkinson Stern Tennis Center, Joe Brown Park, UNO Tennis Center, and Audubon Tennis Center
- Player check-in
- Friday 5:00–8:00pm at City Park Tennis Center; Saturday morning check-in available at your site (by 7:30 for 8:00am matches)
- Traffic note
- A Veterans Day Parade closes part of Harrison Avenue on Saturday morning — use Fillmore Avenue to reach City Park matches
Format & admission
USTA national junior singles and doubles. About 900 players register, about 256 are selected for singles main draws, and about 300 compete when doubles are included.
Spectator admission: Free and open to the public.
Host: City Park Conservancy in partnership with USTA Louisiana and the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
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Oct23–25Fri–Sun · 2026
Baton Rouge · Charity tournament
Hallowheel 2026
Second Serve is a supporting sponsorThe Baton Rouge Wheelchair Tennis Association’s annual tennis and pickleball fundraiser benefits the Cajun Classic Wheelchair Tennis Tournament.
Schedule & place
- Dates
- Friday, October 23–Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Venue
- BREC’s Highland Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA. A local listing calls the same facility “Highland Road Tennis Center.”
- Organizer
- Baton Rouge Wheelchair Tennis Association, with tournament partner BREC
- Beneficiary
- All net proceeds benefit the Cajun Classic Wheelchair Tennis Tournament.
Format & admission
Men’s and women’s doubles at 2.5–4.0; the published 2025 format was round robin with three matches guaranteed. The event also includes pickleball, an “Up-Down” draw pairing wheelchair and able-bodied players, and an adapted tennis carnival for kids.
Spectator admission: Not published.
Registration note: Tennis registration closed Oct 15 (checked Oct 18). The pickleball division was full with a waitlist as of May 14, 2026.
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Oct24Saturday · 2026
Baton Rouge · USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
A one-day USTA Junior Circuit event for 10U and 12U players at Independence Park Tennis Center.
Schedule & place
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Time
- 9:00am–3:00pm
- Venue
- Independence Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- Greater Baton Rouge Community Tennis Association
Divisions & admission
Boys and girls 10U Orange, 10U Green, 10U Yellow, and 12U Green ball.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Nov21Saturday · 2026
Baton Rouge · USTA Level 7
GBRCTA Level 7 Tournament
A one-day beginner/intermediate junior tournament for boys and girls in the 12U and 18U divisions.
Schedule & place
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Time
- 9:00am–5:00pm
- Venue
- Independence Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- Greater Baton Rouge Community Tennis Association
Format & admission
USTA Level 7 for boys and girls 12U and 18U, described by the organizer as beginner/intermediate with bottom-up selection.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Nov22Sunday · 2026
Baton Rouge · USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
A one-day USTA Junior Circuit event for 10U and 12U players at Independence Park Tennis Center.
Schedule & place
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Time
- 10:30am–3:30pm
- Venue
- Independence Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- Greater Baton Rouge Community Tennis Association
Divisions & admission
Boys and girls 10U Orange, 10U Green, 10U Yellow, and 12U Green ball.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Dec12Saturday · 2026
Baton Rouge · USTA Junior Circuit
GBRCTA Junior Circuit Tournament
A one-day USTA Junior Circuit event for 10U and 12U players at Independence Park Tennis Center.
Schedule & place
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Time
- 9:00am–3:00pm
- Venue
- Independence Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- Greater Baton Rouge Community Tennis Association
Divisions & admission
Boys and girls 10U Orange, 10U Green, 10U Yellow, and 12U Green ball.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Dec19Saturday · 2026
Baton Rouge · USTA Level 7
GBRCTA Level 7 Tournament
A one-day beginner/intermediate junior tournament for boys and girls in the 12U and 18U divisions.
Schedule & place
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Time
- 9:00am–5:00pm
- Venue
- Independence Park Tennis Center, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- Greater Baton Rouge Community Tennis Association
Format & admission
USTA Level 7 for boys and girls 12U and 18U, described by the organizer as beginner/intermediate with bottom-up selection.
Spectator admission: Not published.
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Jan22–24Fri–Sun · 2027
Baton Rouge · Women’s college tennis
ITA Kickoff Weekend
LSU hosts SMU, Mississippi State, and Denver in a four-team regional, with the winner advancing to the ITA Women’s National Indoor Championship.
Schedule & place
- Dates
- Friday, January 22–Sunday, January 24, 2027
- Venue
- LSU Tennis Complex, Baton Rouge, LA
- Host
- LSU women’s tennis
- Organizer
- Intercollegiate Tennis Association
Format & admission
Women’s college team regional featuring LSU, SMU, Mississippi State, and Denver. Match times were not published in the sourced event report.
Spectator admission: Not confirmed on the sourced event page.
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Feb12–14Fri–Sun · 2027
Baton Rouge · Charity team tennis
Bella’s Open
Second Serve is a sponsorThe Bella Bowman Foundation’s fourth annual unsanctioned team-tennis tournament benefits pediatric brain cancer research.
Schedule & place
- Dates
- Friday, February 12–Sunday, February 14, 2027
- Venue
- LSU Tennis Complex, 3056 Gourrier Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
- Registration
- Opens October 31, 2026 at 9:00am CDT
- Tournament director
- Lesley Halphen · tennis@bellabowman.org · 225-719-0365
Format & admission
Men’s and women’s team doubles for players 21+. The 2026 format used six-player minimum teams, women’s 2.5/3.0/3.5/4.0+ and men’s 3.0/3.5/4.0+ divisions, with three matches guaranteed; confirm the 2027 format with the organizer.
Spectator admission: Not published.
Beneficiary: Pediatric brain cancer research through the Bella Bowman Foundation.
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Mar05–07Fri–Sun · 2027
Baton Rouge · Charity doubles
St. Joseph’s Academy Tennis Classic
The 13th annual charity tournament supports the SJA Tennis Classic Scholarship for need-based tuition assistance.
Schedule & place
- Dates
- Friday, March 5–Sunday, March 7, 2027
- Venue
- Bocage Racquet Club, Baton Rouge, LA
- Organizer
- St. Joseph’s Academy Alumnae Association
- Beneficiary
- SJA Tennis Classic Scholarship
Format & admission
Women’s, men’s, and mixed doubles. Prior editions used NTRP levels 2.5–4.0; confirm 2027 divisions and match format with the organizer.
Registration: Not shown as open when the page was checked October 15, 2026.
Spectator admission: Not published.
Player reviews
Trusted by
local players.
Players come to Second Serve for knowledgeable guidance, quick racquet service, fair pricing, and a local team that puts their game first.
Metairie
4.9 ★77 Google reviewsRead reviews on Google ↗
His go-to shop for stringing. He bought a Babolat Pure Drive with same-day stringing and praised the professional, knowledgeable staff and easy demo process.
Buys all of his tennis gear here and appreciates how the staff tracks things down, communicates well, and delivers timely service.
Calls Second Serve a “proper, old-school business”—friendly, professional, and attentive to both price and quality.
Received honest advice even when it cost the store a sale: “They’re in business to help.”
Praises the excellent service, competitive pricing, and free demo program—and says Second Serve is the only place he buys tennis gear.
Baton Rouge
5.0 ★15 Google reviews · all 5-starRead reviews on Google ↗
Highlights the large racquet and string selection, friendly knowledgeable staff, fast restringing, good prices, and free demos.
Says Rob is friendly, deeply knowledgeable, and always goes above and beyond—with everything a player needs and experts ready to advise.
A longtime customer at both locations who calls Izzy and Nick helpful and encourages players to “support a local shop that goes above and beyond.”
Glad to have a full-service local tennis shop in the neighborhood.
“Can’t say enough wonderful things about Rob and his crew.” She demoed several racquets with Rob’s guidance before choosing.
Come see us
Choose your shop.
Visit the location nearest you for racquets, shoes, apparel, accessories, and professional racquet service.
Metairie
Visit our Metairie tennis shop for gear, expert advice, and professional racquet stringing—about 15 minutes from downtown New Orleans, in the same shopping center as Parran's Po-Boys.
Monday–Saturday10:00am–6:00pm · Holiday hours may vary; call ahead.
(504) 455-4706Call or text the Metairie shop
Baton Rouge
Visit our Baton Rouge tennis shop on Bluebonnet Boulevard in Suite E for gear, expert advice, and professional racquet stringing.
Monday–Saturday10:00am–6:00pm · Holiday hours may vary; call ahead.
(225) 512-6061Call or text the Baton Rouge shop