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A photo of Arnaud's restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7404)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 47 times today
Often said the most beautiful dining room in New Orleans, Arnaud's offers the quintessential New Orleans dining experience. Remaining true to its traditions and courtesies, Arnaud's has served exceptional Creole cuisine for nearly 100 years. Our award winning Creole menu includes both classic and inventive dishes. Serving dinner nightly and Brunch with Live Dixieland Jazz on Sundays.Arnaud's Main Dining Room is one of four dining options in the Arnaud's Family.Arnaud's Jazz Bistro, Arnaud's Main Dining Room and the Arnaud's French 75 Bar are all located within one complex (entrances on Bienville Street).Remoulade, the casual side of Arnaud's (does not accept reservations), is located around the corner on Bourbon Street.
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4.9
Exceptional(8168)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District
Booked 39 times today
August is a Contemporary Creole restaurant creating unique dishes with a focus on Louisiana ingredients and inspired by classical training. Located in a historic 19th century French-Creole building in New Orleans’ Central Business District, the main dining room caters to the most unique dining experience. The interior is rich with original architectural details, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring columns, mahogany paneling and antique mirrors.
A photo of Sun Chong restaurant
4.3
Awesome(519)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • French Quarter
Booked 31 times today
SUN CHONG is more than a restaurant; it's Larry Morrow’s love letter to his maternal grandmother, a bridge from Seoul, South Korea, to New Orleans. This Asian Fusion Restaurant pays tribute to Sun’s journey through dishes that tell a story, underscored by classic hip hop music and innovative cocktails. Offering an array of Seafood Delights, Vegetarian Options, and Signature Cocktails, Sun Chong stands as a beacon of Upscale Dining in New Orleans. Every dish is a celebration of Exotic Asian Flavors, designed to offer a Fine Dining Experience that captivates and delights. Reserve A Table and immerse yourself in a culinary journey where tradition meets innovation, and every visit is a memorable feast.
A photo of The Pelican Club restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4578)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 28 times today
The Pelican Club is a contemporary New Orleans restaurant located on historic Exchange Place in the French Quarter. Since opening the doors to the renovated 19th century Creole townhouse in 1990, chef and owner, Richard Hughes has offered a diverse menu based in south Louisiana tradition with French, Italian, and Asian influences reflecting the rich culinary culture of the city.
A photo of Bon Ton Prime Rib restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(121)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 55 times today
Bon Ton Prime Rib, New Orleans' third-oldest restaurant, is where the spirit of old New Orleans meets the new. The menu blends classic Cajun flavors with signature cuts of prime rib, classic steaks, and popular regional seafood with timeless cocktails, including the Rum Ramsey—a nod to the restaurant’s heritage. Set in the historic 1840s Natchez building, this iconic institution honors its rich past while looking ahead. Complimentary valet parking is available.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - New Orleans restaurant
4.1
Excellent(2555)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • French Quarter
Booked 54 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
A photo of Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5544)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • French Quarter
Booked 33 times today
“Top Steakhouses in America” Maxim Magazine and Playboy, and featured in the Wall Street Journal, Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse serves straightforward prime steaks with a New Orleans touch. Signature dishes and sides include: The House Filet (served with masa flash-fried Louisiana oysters), Tomato Blue Cheese Napoleon, Pontalba Potatoes, and a Roasted Sweet Potato with Creole Pecan Butter. The house favorite dessert is a toss up between the Coconut Cake with a chiffon buttercream and the Bananas Foster Bread Pudding—so go ahead and order both. For larger parties, please call (504) 522-2467.
A photo of Arnaud's Jazz Bistro restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1231)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 31 times today
Arnaud's Jazz Bistro is the relaxed dining option of the venerable Arnaud's Restaurant. Located next door to Arnaud's Main Dining Room, guests enjoy classic Creole cuisine in this lively setting, overlooking Bourbon Street, featuring a three-piece jazz band for an additional $6.00 per person. Named a top New Orleans restaurant by Southern Living magazine, Arnaud’s offers the quintessential New Orleans dining experience. A Sunday Jazz Brunch is served weekly in Arnaud's Main Dining Room (Reservations Recommended).
A photo of The Grill Room restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1581)
Price: Very Expensive
• Unspecified • Central Business District
Booked 14 times today
The Grill Room at The Windsor Court is recognized as a local leader in Modern American cuisine with a distinct New Orleans flair. Join us for a truly remarkable breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of the finest restaurants in the world - and one of only three, four-star/four-diamond restaurants in all of Louisiana.
A photo of Curio restaurant
4.0
Excellent(1261)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • French Quarter
Booked 8 times today
In the late 1800’s, Royal Street was home to a famous “curio” shop, a place where curiosities from all over the world could be had for a dollar or two. Today, the shop is no more, but the feeling of excitement and wonder still exists on Royal Street today. And so in the heart of the most premier art district in New Orleans, we’re bringing back the curiosity – reintroducing New Orleans to a circus of flavor so vibrant it makes other restaurants nearby pale in comparison.

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  • RobertVIP
    New Orleans / Louisiana •69 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    There are many great steak restaurants in NOLA. This is among the best. As this was our second visit, we were super excited to try the seafood offerings rather than the delicious prime rib. Savannah, our server was very professional and helpful. We opted for the redfish on the Half Shell and Crab Cakes. These might be among the best dishes on the menu! Yes the beef is prime, and delicious, but patrons might want to focus on the super fresh seafood. Entire staff is super friendly, helpful and courteous.
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    Bon Ton Prime RibPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
    4.7
  • SteveVIP
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The mint ice cream in the baked Alaska was absolute trash tier.
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    Arnaud'sPrice: Very Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
    4.7
  • CyVIP
    New Orleans / Louisiana •134 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great food and great service. We’ve tried a number of the menu items and have yet to find one that wasn’t exceptional. It is a restaurant that we turn to for special occasions as well as just a night out.
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    Restaurant AugustPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Central Business District
    4.9
  • shannon
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2025
    We had such a great date night here! Ambiance on point, lighting was super cool, it was dark with a lot of red lights which i swear made me hungrier. Each table had its own little mini light for eating purposes and you could make it cool or warm toned which I liked. Food was absolutely on point, we loved the gochujang edamame and gumbo/jambalaya dumplings.
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    Sun ChongPrice: Moderate• Asian• French Quarter
    4.3
  • James
    New Orleans / Louisiana •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    There were 8 of us and the Revellion menu had something for us all. Not one of the group was dissatisfied with any part of the meal. Two meals of particular brilliance were the chopping and the roasted duck. The ciopino was all Louisiana in style and in flavor. The roasted duck in a grape blueberry confit was genius and easily the best game bird I ever tasted. An honorable mention and very honorable indeed was the pork chop which was thick delicious and tender. Randy provided an excellent night of service, knowledgeable and attentive. A very professionable waiter.
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    The Pelican ClubPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
    4.6
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