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Irene's, New Orleans, LA

Irene's

4.9
4.9
4220 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
*Please note that if your desired reservation time is not available online, or your party is larger than those accepted through this service, please call the restaurant. We are happy and excited to make great effort in accommodating you. *

RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00pm central time on the reservation date.

Our cuisine is country French and Italian with a New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available for walk-in guests we do take reservations. While you wait we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you.
"Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Creole, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 529-8811
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nicholas Scalco II
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

What 4,220 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Food

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Service

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Ambiance

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Value

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Italian

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Food

  • New Orleans

    Best Service

  • New Orleans

    Best Ambiance

  • New Orleans

    Best Value

  • New Orleans

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Irene's offers a "top-notch" dining experience in the heart of New Orleans. Known for its "exceptional service" and "fabulous food," this Italian gem in the French Quarter delights with live piano music and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Signature dishes like soft shell crab and lasagna are highly recommended.

4,220 Reviews
  1. Jeanne

    VIP

    Louisville

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service and atmosphere! Always a favorite place

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  2. Bert

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic from the second we walked in the door. We sat in the piano bar and enjoyed it very much. Our server was outstanding with service and recommendations.

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  3. Estelle

    Philadelphia

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a classically elegant atmosphere with wonderful food and reasonable prices. The live music was wonderful and just perfect for the evening.

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  4. Rick

    Fort Lauderdale

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous. Our server Kelli was fantastic. Food was sublime along with ambience of the restaurant. Highly recommend to any discerning foodie.

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  5. Beth

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Irene‘s provided us with a beautiful Christmas Eve experience. The service was friendly and fast, the ambience was gorgeous, and the food was spectacular.

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  6. Rene

    San Antonio

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a wonderful experience at Irene's!! We truly enjoy our service with Paul and enjoy talking with David S. We will return in a month!!!

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  7. Kenneth

    VIP

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST restaurant in New Orleans. If you are in this city, Irene’s is a must! The best food and wonderful, wonderful people serving you; the service is impeccable. Don’t miss out!

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  8. Susan

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had excellent service, perfect low lighting and sound level, the food was scrumptious, and Joe at the piano is extremely talented and friendly. He took requests and if he didn’t know the song he looked up the sheet music and played on the spot like he knew the song forever! Even my grumpy 13 year old son loved the place! 5 stars.

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  9. kristy

    New Orleans

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. You don't want to miss Irene's whether you are local or visiting New Orleans. I will be back!! I had a Caesar salad and steak special with delicious potatoes... not to mention a fabulous bottle of wine that we took with us to the bar after dinner to finish (bar is so fun too). Thank you to our wonderful and attentive server Claudia for taking care of us!

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  10. Keith

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another outstanding meal. We had the sausage appetizer, beet salad, soft shell crab over crawfish fettuccine, and lasagna bolognese. All were excellent as usual. I forgot to mention the house Cabernet to top off the meal. Great prices. Will be dining here again.

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FAQs

Irene's is rated 4.9 stars by 4220 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Irene's

529 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Chartres St.
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Creole, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nicholas Scalco II
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 529-8811
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
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