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A photo of Lula Restaurant Distillery restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1911)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Lower Garden District
Booked 41 times today
In the heart of New Orleans, expertly crafted food, spirits and cocktails come together in a unique privately owned micro-distillery and restaurant.We are quintessentially southern with a distinct Louisiana influence. We are Lula Restaurant-Distillery.As the first and only restaurant-distillery in New Orleans, Louisiana and in the Southeast US, we promise to offer you an incredible experience in the shadows of our copper still and along the historic streetcar line of St. Charles Avenue.Join us Monday-Sunday for Happy Hour from 4-7, Saturday and Sunday 11-3 for Bottomless Vodka Bar
A photo of Antoine's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(11297)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 110 times today
Antoine's is excited to be celebrating 184 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.
A photo of Jack Rose - New Orleans restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2376)
Price: Moderate
• Creole • Lower Garden District
Booked 53 times today
Jack Rose embodies the spirit of New Orleans, celebrating its rich culinary and cultural heritage through every dish and drink served. Nestled in the historic Garden District, the restaurant offers an eclectic and engaging dining experience, where guests can savor classic Creole and New Orleans-style dishes reimagined with a modern twist. At Jack Rose, the vibrant joie de vivre of New Orleans is not just an atmosphere, but an immersive experience enhanced by skillfully executed cuisine and an array of vibrant cocktails. This dynamic setting is designed to dazzle and delight, blending the familiar with the extraordinary, ensuring that every visit is a captivating encounter.
A photo of Nobu - Caesars New Orleans restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(206)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Central Business District
Booked 53 times today
Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at Nobu, the Japanese restaurant created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Located in the historic city of New Orleans, Chef Nobu will introduce his signature cuisine to Louisiana, setting a new standard for elevated Japanese dining in the heart of the Big Easy.
A photo of Restaurant August restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(8148)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District
Booked 44 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 Palace Café restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5582)
Price: Moderate
• French American • French Quarter
Booked 82 times today
For larger parties, please call (504) 523-1661.For over two decades Palace Cafe has been serving award-winning, contemporary Creole cuisine in the historic Werlein Music building. Located downtown, at the entrance to the French Quarter, this Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant is popular with visitors & locals alike.
A photo of The Pelican Club restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4564)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 32 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(94)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 48 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 Briquette restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2270)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Warehouse District
Booked 40 times today
Contemporary Coastal and New Orleans cuisine served in the historic Warehouse District. Briquette serves up unique seafood creations from the Louisiana Gulf waters and around the world. Seafood specialties include Louisiana Redfish On The Half Shell, Snapper Ponchartrain with Lump Crabmeat, and Whole Branzino. Features also include Prime steaks, pork porterhouse, lamb, veal and pastas. Enjoy fabulous hand-crafted cocktails and a curated wine list that is a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 6-years in a row!Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 2019-2024Members of the Chaine des RotisseursNew Orleans Magazine Tops of the Town Award WinnerProud Member of Chef's Brigade Home of the Loaded Whole FishHost your group dinner, reception, or a cocktail party at Briquette. Seating for 240 guests and 400 for a reception. We also have a beautiful bar and community tables for small cocktail receptions with hors d’oeuvres.
A photo of Atchafalaya Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(6469)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District
Booked 79 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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  • David
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We went with the omakase option, and it was outstanding. All the food was delicious and you could see and taste the care and expertise. Our server was amazing. Able to answer all our questions and provide color with stories about the dishes and the restaurant. All set to the backdrop of New Orleans
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    Nobu - Caesars New OrleansPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Business District
    4.6
  • Victor
    Tampa / Central Florida West •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Overall the experience was enjoyable. The service from the head waiter and assistant waiter was top tier. The young lady running food was seemingly having a grumpy evening. The food was delicious. The shrimp cold appetizer and red snapper entree were well prepared and the presentation was perfect. The black and blue gnocchi was good but over shadowed by the cold shrimp appetizer. The triple tail was heavily seasoned borderline salty and was an odd pairing of textures and flavors with the oysters but all the individual parts were well prepared and the seasoning could be diluted using the warm coconut soup. Dessert was ok. Life is about experiences, this was one we’re glad we could enjoy. Not perfect in its entirety but a solid 4.7/5
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    Restaurant AugustPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Central Business District
    4.9
  • Tony
    Fresno / San Joaquin Valley •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This is our second year celebrating the holidays with the good people of Jack Rose. In all our travels so far in retirement, the staff, the food, the absolute vibe of Jack Rose is worth every minute of travel time it takes to get from central California to New Orleans. We were fortunate enough to experience the Christmas menu in 2023 and it far exceeded our expectations. This year we had the pleasure of another perfectly prepared filet and the most delicious sides. Our bread pudding for dessert was perfection on a plate. Our new tradition will be returning to Jack Rose again next Christmas, but we will be thinking of everyone and everything Jack Rose until then.
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    Jack Rose - New OrleansPrice: Moderate• Creole• Lower Garden District
    4.8
  • Ashley
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was my first experience enjoying dinner at a restaurant on Christmas Eve and the service was great! Brock was our server for a table of 6, none of us had ever been here before and he was great with suggestions! Will definitely be back!
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    Lula Restaurant DistilleryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Lower Garden District
    4.6
  • Jeff
    New Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    As always Antoine's was excellent. Antoine's is the #1 fine dining experience available anywhere in New Orleans, and it has never disappointed. My wife and I have been coming here for 27 years and have enjoyed each visit. The staff was professional, courteous, and easy to summon if we had a request for something. They have a pride in their establishment that comes across in their dealings with customers. Very few restaurants, even in New Orleans, can say that any longer. Russell and Roland were both consummate professionals and took exceptionally good care of us. And it was great to see Charles Carter again. Charles waited on us on our first visit 27 years ago and many times since, and has always made sure we're taken care of. The Reveillon menu dishes were prepared perfectly and were delicious as always. I was pleasantly surprised to see a NY Strip as a choice for the main course and both my wife and I received our steaks cooked perfectly. We even had a special request for dessert and it was handled with no problems. If you're coming to New Orleans, Antoine's is a must. How many restaurants can say they have been in business with the same family since 1840? I hope to still be around to enjoy a visit in their 200th anniversary year in 2040.
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    Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
    4.6
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