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4.7
Exceptional(1548)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Madisonville
Booked 23 times today
Step through our doors and transport to another world, where anticipation challenges every course, and riverfront views create memories from everything. The chefs at Tchefuncte’s uncover nuanced flavor within Louisiana’s storied history, exploring each culinary chapter with dishes such as Redfish Meuniere or the coveted A5 Wagyu Striploin, bookended by our whimsical and elegant desserts.Indulge in the finest food, drink, and entertainment on the Northshore.Our events calendar caters to all tastes and preferences, with exclusive wine tastings and bespoke culinary experiences crafted by our renowned chefs and expert mixologists. We’re committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience that captivates our guests, constantly evolving and adding new events to ensure the utmost refinement and sophistication. Come experience the exceptional elegance that makes us a premier destination for fine dining.
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4.9
Exceptional(20218)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 112 times today
Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.
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4.7
Exceptional(12002)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 189 times today
Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com. Welcome to Brennan's! Our menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar.
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4.6
Exceptional(11477)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 132 times today
Antoine's is excited to be celebrating 185 years in the French Quarter. We welcome you to enjoy our traditional French creole fare as well as updated classics in our beautiful and historic restaurant setting.Antoine's Dress Code isBusiness Casual: Jackets and collared shirts are strongly suggested for gentlemen. We kindly ask all guests not to wear athletic or beach clothing, baseball caps, or flip-flops. Antoine’s dress code will be enforced at the discretion of the manager.All private dining rooms are open and we are actively booking for future events. For private dining inquiries please learn more at www.antoines.com and fill out private dining inquiry.
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4.6
Exceptional(9291)
Price: Moderate
• French • Central Business District
Booked 104 times today
Luke is a super fun spot in New Orleans. The ambiance is lively, and the food is fantastic. Reviewers rave about the 'delightful staff', 'fun atmosphere', and 'great vibe'. The menu is diverse, and the service is top-notch. It's a place you can always count on for a wonderful time.
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4.5
Awesome(7520)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 60 times today
Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.
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4.7
Exceptional(550)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Metairie
Booked 31 times today
Tana is an upscale Italian restaurant drawing from local Chef Michael Gulotta's New Orleans Sicilian upbringing as well as his time training in the Liguria region of Italy.Experience cocktails in our comfy lounge with jewel toned plush booths and ambient lighting. Dine in the classically Italian styled main room with wood beams or The Villa, which is light and airy with lots of natural light, as if you're dining al fresca on the Sicilian coast.
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4.7
Exceptional(7442)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 44 times today
Arnaud's is a gem in New Orleans for its lively ambience and top-notch Creole cuisine. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'wonderful place with great food and service' and another says 'it feels as if you’re being pampered with great service and delicious food'. Plus, their Sunday Jazz Brunch is a real treat!
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4.2
Awesome(3623)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 47 times today
Tujague's is the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans. This French Quarter institution has been serving traditional New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 160 years. Lore states that brunch originated here, as did the Grasshopper cocktail. Homages to the restaurant's long and colorful history abound within the interior of the building from the classic 19th century architecture to memorabilia on the walls.Menu items such as the seared gulf fish and the daily gumbo meld French traditions with New Orleans fare and flare. Our famous five course menu is still served nightly; but have no fear, the menu is no longer pre-fixe, so those less ravenous diners can join in too.If you want a quintessential New Orleans experience filled with history and local fare, Tujague's is your place.
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4.9
Exceptional(6552)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District
Booked 77 times today
Atchafalaya is a true New Orleans neighborhood eatery where the eclectic yet elegant atmosphere is only outshone by the attentive service and delicious local fare. Nestled under the oaks on the edges of the Irish Channel, Magazine Street, and historic Garden districts, this hidden gem is one the best contemporary Creole dining experiences that one can find in the city. Neighbors, locals, and out of towners alike will become regulars after experiencing the brand of hospitality offered by New Orleans’ only five “A” restaurant. If having standards such as a gumbo du jour, blue crab raviolo, or shrimp & grits, a nightly seafood special, or a filet paired with a selection from the world class wine program you will not be disappointed. The introductions of brunch, live music, cocktails, and now an extensive happy hour continue the newest culinary chapter for a storied local haunt, embracing New Orleans’ culinary culture while placing contemporary spin on traditional New Orleans cuisine.
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  • Daryn
    Columbus •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was the best meal i have ever experienced. Dining for 2 for our 20th wedding anniversary. Started with lobster ravioli and calimari with gojujang. I would have licked my plate if i could have gotten away with it. Followed by a refreshing poached pear salad and golden beet salad, just perfect. My wife had the scalibut, halibut and scallops, and it was as fresh and delicious as you could ask. I went with the dry-aged sirloin blue fin...never had a better dish than this. Meaty, umani, and still a beautifully seared tuna steak. As satisfying as a beef steak with a deep rich mouthfeel. It was like a steak then a tuna texture and it was amazing. Dessert was a perfect creme brulee and my wife had a chunk of salty malty ice cream pie. A great ending to the best meal ever. The staff was alert and responsive and our waiters, Oliver and Ben, were sharp and on the ball. Highly recommended!
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    GW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter
    4.9
  • Michael
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Luke is one of our favorites in NOLA! The food is always great - with the selection of oysters always above reproach! And the service is second to none! They are always booked full and never make you feel rushed - that's an art! If you're looking for a great place to dine, this is it!
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    LukePrice: Moderate• French• Central Business District
    4.6
  • Alyssa
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It is always a treat dining here! The food is always amazing the soufflé potatoes and oysters Rockefeller are a must try if you are visiting for the first time, the charbroiled oysters are delicious too! The staff is always so welcoming and friendly. I was celebrating a friend’s birthday and our waitress Jessie was friendly and informative about the menu. The baked Alaska is not something to be skipped, you definitely need to try it! After dinner we were given a tour by Roland and he was such a gem! The tour he gave us and another couple was truly wonderful, he was so knowledgeable and friendly. This evening was the perfect ending to our trip. I can’t wait to come back!
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    Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
    4.6
  • MariaVIP
    New York City •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Overall it's an amazing restaurant. You definitely need a reservation. However, the hostess was a little stuffy. We checked in and were 20 minutes early. We were told we had to wait. Walked around for 10 minutes and came back. Another couple went to check in with same reservation time as us and were going to be seated - until I stepped forward to question why before us. Once you get seated, the ambiance, service, food and personable staff make up for how the experience started. Definitely save room for dessert. Delicious
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    Brennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
    4.7
  • Chris
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Can't speak highly enough about the staff when it comes to customer service, the food was amazing, drinks were very well made and desserts were amazing.
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    Tchefuncte'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Madisonville
    4.7
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