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Palmettos on the Bayou, Slidell, LA

Palmettos on the Bayou

4.7
4.7
1292 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Open since 2002 Palmettos on the Bayou is a charming and elegant Acadian style restaurant serving classic Creole dishes highlighting fresh Louisiana ingredients.

Set on the tranquil Bayou Bonfouca near Old Town Slidell, our waterfront restaurant/event venue is known for its southern charm. Palmettos famous Brunch features live Jazz Saturday and Sunday. The 5,000sqf covered deck provides a dramatic outdoor setting at night for romantic dinners and a comfortable relaxed atmosphere during the day.

We are honored to have been named Best Brunch, Dining with a View, and Most Romantic by various local publications throughout the years.

We're located at 1901 Bayou Lane, next to Heritage Park.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (985) 643-0050
  • Website
    http://www.palmettosrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Palmetto’s offers private party packages for groups of 30 to 500 with custom menus to fit any budget. Indoor and/or outdoor facilities include waterfront decks, oyster bar and art-filled dining rooms.
  • Location
    1901 Bayou Lane, Slidell, LA 70458
  • Neighborhood
    Northshore
  • Cross street
    Fremaux/Front
  • Parking details
    Private lot of 100 spots with public parking lot adjacent to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Slidell Amtrak train station is two blocks from Palmetto’s, serving New Orleans and points up the East Coast. There is no public transportation in Slidell, though there are sidewalks from nearby Heritage Park to Palmetto’s.
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz during Sunday Brunch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,292 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for scenic views

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole / Cajun / Southern

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Palmettos on the Bayou is a delightful destination blending "beautiful outdoor patio dining" with exceptional Southern cuisine. Guests rave about its "amazing dinner in an incredible setting" and consistently commend the friendly and attentive service. The picturesque bayou ambiance and live jazz music create an inviting atmosphere perfect for special occasions or casual brunches.

1,292 Reviews

  1. David

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for their New Year's Day brunch buffet. Everything we tried was very good. Sweet and savory - bread pudding, creme brulee french toast, ham-n-cheese eggs, bacon, shrimp pasta, corned beef & cabbage, shrimp & grits, prime rib, smoked pork loin, country style ribs, boiled shrimp, salad items, desserts, waffles and much more...$45 per person plus 18% gratuity at all tables. A glass of champagne or mimosa was included. Water glasses were kept full by our friendly and attentive server. Also given free small beignets to take home. It may be a little pricey for some budgets, but I highly recommend Palmetto's! Go hungry and you'll still struggle to taste all their tasty offerings. We sat where a Jazz musician played "outside" and it was very comfortable with the beauty of the bayou outside. A+ experience overall.

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  2. Jennifer

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just moved to LA over the holidays so our normal family traditions are changing. I chose Palmetto's after seeing them on Facebook and I am SO glad I did. The buffet had everything you can imagine and every item tasted fresh and was very good. That is hard to accomplish in a buffet. The music was nice and not too loud for conversation. We will be back and this may just be our new, New Year's Day tradition.

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  3. Sandra

    VIP

    Mississippi

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There was a great selection of food, which was absolutely delicious! The crème brûlée french toast was yummy! Our server was Derrick, and he was awesome! He was extremely attentive and pleasant! We will definitely go back!

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  4. Jeff

    New Orleans

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and food at one of our favorite places

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  5. Alton

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my wife here for her birthday on a Saturday night, everything was perfect. It wasn't packed like we expected, there was alot of room. The food was delicious, service was outstanding and the low lighting made the environment very comfortable. My wife was pleased and we have no complaints! Great job Palmettos!!!

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  6. Dana

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and fantastic food for the price. Would highly recommend if in the area.

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  7. Dr Claudia

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Christmas Eve Brunch is over-priced. We were expecting a Jazz-type brunch, and the food was marginal. Meat station selections were cold. Bread pudding was good, and the complimentary beignets at the end of the meal is a very nice touch.

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  8. Walter

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had to ask the waitress for napkins, There were no bowls available for the gumbo -we had to ask for them.

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  9. Brenda

    VIP

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful time. Reveillon menu was good. Service very good. Great cocktail

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  10. Sidney

    Baton Rouge

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Appetizers and ambiance were great. The drinks were surprisingly very bad and our entrees were good not great. Out of the dozen times I’ve been here, this was one of the worst.

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FAQs

Palmettos on the Bayou offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (985) 643-0050.

Palmettos on the Bayou is rated 4.7 stars by 1292 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 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Palmettos on the Bayou

1901 Bayou Lane, Slidell, LA 70458

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fremaux/Front
  • Neighborhood
    Northshore
  • Hours of operation
    Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private lot of 100 spots with public parking lot adjacent to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Slidell Amtrak train station is two blocks from Palmetto’s, serving New Orleans and points up the East Coast. There is no public transportation in Slidell, though there are sidewalks from nearby Heritage Park to Palmetto’s.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz during Sunday Brunch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.palmettosrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (985) 643-0050
  • Private party facilities
    Palmetto’s offers private party packages for groups of 30 to 500 with custom menus to fit any budget. Indoor and/or outdoor facilities include waterfront decks, oyster bar and art-filled dining rooms.
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