Ernest's Orleans Restaurant

4.6

956 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Ernest’s Orleans Restaurant in keeping with tradition of it’s “Old World Charm” has been serving it’s own unique style and flavors of “The Finest” US Prime Beef, Seafood, and Italian cuisine for over 60 years. It will be the pleasure of our formally trained wait staff to vocalize the exquisite “Chef Features” that are available throughout the week. Our wait staff is also knowledgeable in pairing wines that will accommodate your dining experience. Many accolades, movie stars, and dignitaries are presented in the foyer that tells the tales of many years of it’s very unique and historical “Old World Charm” in serving “The Finest” New Orleans style cuisine.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Sicilian
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday: 4:30 pm-10:30 pm
Phone number
(318) 226-1325
Website
http://www.ernestsorleans.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Bring the Finest to you! We can host most any catering events on or off premises with full bar service and private staffing.We have an event planner on staff assist you with details.
Private party facilities
We can host your business & corporate meetings. We have a meeting planner on staff that will be happy to assist you We have 2 completely private dining areas and 1 semi private.(30 pp minimum)
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (877) 260-2836

Location
1601 Spring Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Neighborhood
Shreveport
Cross street
LA 1
Parking details
Our courteous and quick valet allows diners to avoid any weather, pulling directly in front of the restaurant walking in the lobby and promptly being seated. After dining the vehicle will be waiting. Self parking facility also available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 956 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Shreveport
Most Booked
Shreveport
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ernest's Orleans Restaurant is a beloved Shreveport classic, offering an "excellent service team" and a diverse menu that delights with seafood, steaks, and Italian dishes. Guests rave about the "best steak in town" and the "world-class crab claws." The atmosphere blends "Louisiana charm" with a rich past, creating unforgettable dining experiences.

956 Reviews

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Theron
VIP
Amsterdam
132 reviews
3.0
132 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Ernest's restaurant was a huge disappointment. From the muddy dirt parking lot to the dining room and restroom which haven't been updated since 1978. The food and service were also not up to par. They served wine in the wrong glasses, and the food was just okay. I am used to paying those prices for food, however, the food quality, service, decor, and ambiance need to match the price point. Do not waste your money at this restaurant which is stuck in the dark ages.
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Sandy
Shreveport
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were seated right on time. Service was excellent and food was amazing. The food portions were huge. This was my first time to dine here. Will definitely return.
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Dee
East Texas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Earnest Orleans was phenomenal! The service was stellar from the time we walked in until the time we left. Brandy was our server and she is fantastic! She had extensive knowledge of Earnest Orleans history. Very impressive! I will most definitely be going back!
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D R
Mobile
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal with wonderful service. Fine dining at its best.
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D R
Mobile
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed an excellent meal before the Nutcracker. We were an eclectic group with varied preferences. Everyone was able to enjoy a fabulous meal thanks to the extensive menu. It was the first visit for most of our group. All agreed to return soon. Excellent professional service, an extremely fine dining experience.
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Chris
Dallas
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was stupendously delicious. The only experience that was a downfall was my Wife and I baked potatoes. We are pescatarians and we explained to the waiter no bacon please. What happens the bake potatoes have meat at the bottom. Upset and professionally calm at the same time we brought it to the waiter attention.The best thing is we were done with our main dish and the bake potatoes became meaningless even the replacements.. Would we go back? (YES)
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Ken
Shreveport
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, best steak in Shreveport, Bossier area! Excellent service from our waiter, Jordan!
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Wendy
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely STELLAR experience at this charming institution. Our B &B owner strongly recommended that we sit in the bar, rather than the main restaurant, and it was a great choice. Dark, atmospheric, with fun 70’s classics and terrific people watching. Right after we were seated, they brought a loaf of hot, delicious bread and butter. We had the $30 Thursday Special: crab claws in a garlicky aioli sauce, salad, a choice of filet, chicken scallopini (can’t remember 3rd option), and a choice of bread pudding or cheesecake - what an incredible deal! Everything was fantastic, including the warm and friendly service. Will definitely go back the next time we are in Shreveport. Thank you, Ernest!
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stan
VIP
Dallas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding, Ernest’s crab claws are world class, none better.
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Brennan
Shreveport
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Not a good experience whatsoever. Not sure if the kitchen was having a bad night or what, but my newly engaged fiancée and I booked a reservation, and were overcharged and underserved. The flambé girl and our server didn’t communicate between courses and caused a 45min pause for our dessert. Most likely won’t return
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FAQs

Ernest's Orleans Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ernest's Orleans Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (318) 226-1325.

Ernest's Orleans Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 956 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

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Google Map for Ernest's Orleans Restaurant

1601 Spring Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Additional information

Cross street
LA 1
Neighborhood
Shreveport
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday: 4:30 pm-10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Our courteous and quick valet allows diners to avoid any weather, pulling directly in front of the restaurant walking in the lobby and promptly being seated. After dining the vehicle will be waiting. Self parking facility also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ernestsorleans.com/
Phone number
(318) 226-1325
Catering
Bring the Finest to you! We can host most any catering events on or off premises with full bar service and private staffing.We have an event planner on staff assist you with details.
Private party facilities
We can host your business & corporate meetings. We have a meeting planner on staff that will be happy to assist you We have 2 completely private dining areas and 1 semi private.(30 pp minimum)
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (877) 260-2836

Ernest's Orleans Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Popular dishes

Filet Mignon

Ribeye Steak

Strip Sirloin New York Cut

Menu

What 956 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ernest's Orleans Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ernest's Orleans Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Ernest's Orleans Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information