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4.4
Awesome(5602)
Price: Moderate
• French American • French Quarter
Booked 15 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(4578)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 31 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(8167)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District
Booked 41 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 Nobu - Caesars New Orleans restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(232)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Central Business District
Booked 22 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(116)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 45 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(2712)
Price: Expensive
• French • French Quarter
Booked 25 times today
Justine is a brasserie in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. Opened in 2019 by husband-wife team Justin & Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery, Justine combines the sophistication of Parisian brasseries with the playfulness of the South’s most lively district. Featuring dishes like Mussels, Escargot & Steak Frites, the menu honors the technique and simplicity of French classics, while evoking the senses with exciting, grand presentation. Other seafood and steak favorites include Shrimp & Grits, Pan Roasted Red Snapper, Shrimp Remoulade, NY Strip & Hanger Steak. True to the heart of French brasserie culture, the bustling, multi-roomed restaurant offers a versatile space to be enjoyed by all, whether it’s for a weekday lunch, afternoon glass of wine or celebratory dinner. The café side opens to the Chartres Street sidewalk, emulating a quintessential Parisian-street experience with daytime fare. The kitchen is led by James Beard Award Winning Chef & Owner Justin Devillier.
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4.7
Exceptional(7401)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 41 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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4.4
Awesome(366)
Price: Expensive
• French • Central Business District
Booked 9 times today
Take a seat at our signature French-inspired bistro, Couvant, housed in the former Peychaud Cocktail Bitters factory. Here, French techniques play on the roots of New Orleans cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. New Orleans is renowned for its French cuisine, and you won’t have to leave the confines of The Eliza Jane to enjoy delicious fare within a French bistro. Couvant specializes in classic French cooking serving entrees that pay homage to French history and regional specialties. Never pretentious, the dishes and service at Couvant are purposefully simple and social. Nestle into an intimate dining room banquette. Or dine at a bistro table in our historic courtyard for chef-driven entrées and a bottle of wine — or maybe two.
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3.3
Good(530)
Price: Moderate
• American • French Quarter
Booked 1 time today
A dynamic community gathering place, Public Service is a casual-yet-sophisticated restaurant with a menu honoring the Gulf Coast’s hard-working fishermen and farmers. Our chefs prepare contemporary cuisine in an open-display kitchen highlighted by an open-flame rotisserie.Join us for a relaxing meal with family or friends, a quick bite in our bar or pull up a stool at the open kitchen to experience a meal guided by our chefs. At Public Service, the recipe is simple: combine confident Southern hospitality with a menu that allows the ingredients to speak for themselves.Click on our virtual tour to step inside Public Service! https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=nopsi-hotel-icms#/3d-model/0/1?b11t0=1&a10ph=1&i2d0a=1&j2ck2=1
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4.6
Exceptional(11342)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 117 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.

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  • JonVIP
    Houston •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had brunch on Sunday morning and they had a three piece jazz band that played. The band was nice to have while enjoying the food. The turtle soup is fabulous. We look forward to dining at the Palace Cafe when we are in town.
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    Palace CaféPrice: Moderate• French American• French Quarter
    4.4
  • Kennedilynnae
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I went to the Nobu in New Orleans this past weekend for the very 1st time and I couldn’t have picked a better location! The staff; amazing & attentive, specially my waitress Andrea! The food was 10/10, everything was so flavorful. The entire atmosphere was great. Would definitely recommend & visit again.
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    Nobu - Caesars New OrleansPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Business District
    4.6
  • sebastian
    Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The waiting staff was excellent all around. Their pace was perfect, they very kind, respectful and welcoming. The food was nothing short of amazing. I had the royal red shrimp, escargot and then finished with blackened grouper. Every dish was presented with precision and every bite’s flavor reflected that. I’ll be coming back every time I am in town.
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    Restaurant AugustPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Central Business District
    4.9
  • PatriciaVIP
    New Orleans / Louisiana •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We ordered Prime Rib Regular Cut & Bon Ton Cajun Steak, I thought Cajun had the better favor & taste, shellfish bisque was delicious & presentation was fantastic, heart of romaine Caesar was very good & lemon Meringue pie delicious I tried four fracas reserve Pinot noir & it was really good Service was great, Brooke C had the cutest smile & made sure we were taken care & enjoyed. We will return soon, I hope
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    Bon Ton Prime RibPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
    4.7
  • 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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