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Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar, New Orleans, LA

Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar

3.4
3.4
147 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar transports guests to a slice of New Orleans charm on bustling Canal Street. The restaurant features a captivating interior with a 30-foot faux oak tree, Spanish moss, and charming lanterns, creating a serene bayou ambiance. Our menu showcases the best of local Louisiana cuisine, with fresh seafood and Southern classics taking center stage. From the bustling oyster bar to the extensive selection of regional specialties, Blue Bayou offers a taste of New Orleans tradition.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (504) 291-3788
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 147 people are saying

Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.4
3.4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.6Food
  • 3.4Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers a "stunning ambiance" with live music that enhances the dining experience. Guests rave about the chargrilled oysters, described as "out of this world," and commend the "fantastic service" from attentive and knowledgeable staff. While some reviews mention service delays, many diners consider Blue Bayou a "gem" for its "excellent atmosphere" and flavorful dishes.

147 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was super slow! It took us an hour to get drinks, which is a lot even for 15 people that are split between 2 tables. Then we ordered food and 4 couples ordered the gumbo on the menu. After everyone got their food at the table they said the gumbo would be right out. An HOUR after everyone had finished eating their meals we were still waiting and they finally came out and said “we can’t make it”. Then when splitting up the checks the food we never received was still on there. Absolutely ridiculous and so sad I wasted my time and money at that place.

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  2. Adena

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is delicious and the service was amazing!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I went here to celebrate my anniversary at 10 promptly because they advertise that they’re open until 1 AM so you’d see the kitchen closing at about 12:30 or 12. However, that wasn’t the case for all items on the menu. We came in, were seated quickly but it took maybe 30-40 minutes if not more until we were greeted by a server, who never came back so then another server came to greet us and take our order. Maybe another 30 to 40 minutes or more waiting on food and mine was brought out but my partner’s never arrived. We were told afterwards that the chef, when presented with our order, wasn’t doing anymore oysters for the night and I don’t think the managers were too keen on instructing them to do so either. I just felt like it was very unorganized, we were wasted our whole night there and we left without eating the food that was brought out. I had ordered blackened redfish for $38, which came out on top of some vegetables I could’ve made at home. It was extremely overpriced (a tourist trap) and a bad experience to have at a new restaurant we’ve been waiting to try since it opened.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience! Dinner was fantastic, came out fast. Our server was amazing!

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  5. Blair

    Atlanta6 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good , little over priced . The staff was not friendly at all . The drinks were ok not great . I didn’t like my experience their at all I do not recommend.

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  6. Jason

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're in New Orleans and looking for an unforgettable dining experience, look no further than Blue Bayou. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, setting the perfect tone for an amazing meal. But what truly made the night was our fantastic server, who went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was top-notch. They were attentive, knowledgeable, and offered excellent recommendations. Now, let’s talk about the food – absolutely out of this world. The charred oysters were, hands down, the best we’ve ever had. Smoky, buttery, and packed with flavor, they were the highlight of our meal. It’s clear that Blue Bayou knows how to elevate classic New Orleans cuisine. Every bite was perfection, and it’s safe to say that it’s the best food we’ve had in NOLA. Highly recommend this gem if you're in town!

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  7. Robert

    New York City5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Ordered dozen oysters only received 1/2 dozen. I ordered a chicken Caesar salad it came to table way after my husbands food came out and it had NO DRESSING on it. How does one mess up a salad. At this point my husband was done eating so I just said I didn’t want it . Didn’t receive anything for this mess up ridiculous

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  8. Kindra

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Oysters and brownie was great! We had joyed ourselves. Staff were friendly and attentive. Great ambience. I can’t wait to go back.

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  9. Chuck

    Greater Boston1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a reservation for seven got there had no place for us. Had to wait approximately 35 minutes for a table then couldn’t get a waitress took forever to get drinks. One person never did get their food too many other places around to eat will not go back.

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  10. Brittany

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, loved the ambiance as well as the music

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FAQs

Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar is rated 3.4 stars by 147 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar

717 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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