The Italian Barrel

4.6

3469 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Fine dining awaits you in our intimate dining area. Both indoor & outdoor as well as seating at our premier handcraft bar. Our marble-top bar greets you upon entry, you will find yourself in candle light looking at white linen tables that are positioned on beautiful wood and brick flooring surrounded by bottles of fine Italian wines. The Chef and Owner Samantha Castagnetti brings her city in Northern Italia to you via overnight shipments of imported Italian foods and boast over 40 wines almost all are served by the glass- 14 years and counting.. Come and see what everyone raves about!
Authentic food is an understatement - this is the real thing. Reservations are most welcomed and taken only through OpenTable for parties of 12 or less.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Phone number
(504) 569-0198
Website
http://www.theitalianbarrel.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Samantha Castagnetti /Owner
Catering
Catering: 504.982.6969
Private party facilities
Private Events:504.982.6969

Location
1240 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
Neighborhood
French Quarter
Cross street
Decatur Street/Barracks
Parking details
French Market parking lot located 1 block away on the river.
Public transit
Street car stops just one block away
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bruschetta$16.00
Fresh marinated cherry tomatoes and garlic over toasted ciabatta bread topped with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and basil
Bresaola$18.00
Bed of organic arugula with a thinly sliced cured beef, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano & finished with lemon infused olive oil
Polpette di Vitello$16.00
Italian style veal meatball in a red sauce
Mussels$25.00
Fresh Prince Edward Isle Mussels sautéed in white wine, parsley, and garlic
Clams$28.00
Cherry stone Clams in white wine, garlic, butter, and parsley
Tortino di Polenta$16.00
Polenta cake infused with white truffle oil topped with oyster mushrooms
Prosciutto e Melone$18.00
Fresh Cantaloupe topped with 24 month aged Parma Prosciutto
Imported Italian Cheeses Platter
Chef's selection of imported cheeses accompanied with imported crackers and honeys
- Piccolo $36.00
- Grande $69.00
Imported Italian Cold Cuts
Chef’s selection of imported cold cuts with Italian bread sticks, crackers and hot ciabatta bread
- Piccolo $35.00
- Grande $65.00

Insalate

Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Martini$20.00
Mixed greens and cherry tomatoes topped with Jumbo Lump Crab Topped with emulsified herb vinaigrette
Nicoletta Salad$14.00
Mixed greens, shaved red onions, cherry mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomato tossed with a basil and balsamic vinaigrette
Ahi Tuna Salad$29.00
Mixed greens, red and yellow cherry tomatoes, avocado, toasted sesame seeds & mango with cilantro lime vinaigrette
Italia$23.00
Fresh tomatoes, basil, and imported fresh “bufala” mozzarella
House Salad$10.00
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots with house dressing

NO SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED -Please advise your server of any food allergies.

For parties 5 or more 20% gratuity will be added. Split charge for all meals $4 -NO separate checks-

What 3,469 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Orleans / Louisiana
Romantic
New Orleans / Louisiana
Great for scenic views
New Orleans / Louisiana
Italian
New Orleans
Romantic
New Orleans
Great for scenic views
New Orleans
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Italian Barrel offers a "perfect Italian meal" in New Orleans with "authentic tasting" dishes and an "amazing" atmosphere. Diners praise the "outstanding" service and "fabulous" food. While some find it "a little expensive," many consider it a "hidden gem." The restaurant ensures a "great experience" with a "good-sized wine list."

3,470 Reviews

D
Dawn
Des Moines
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate here on Christmas Day night, a busy time but the service was excellent, very attentive. There was a prefix meal so choices were limited. The food was ok to good and a plenty was served but very over priced.
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Tim
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Soup was bland, pasta was cold. I didn’t even stay to finish the prix fixe Christmas meal. They still charged me for the whole meal, which I was fine with because it was worth it to NOT have to eat more of their food. I know the holidays are tough times, I love New Orleans restaurants and restaurateurs but this was a poor showing.
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Lisa
VIP
San Antonio
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was okay but came out very slow - we skipped dessert because service was so slow. It was a holiday so I’ll give them that. But overall it was very slow and not worth the $$$
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Ginger
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dan, the bartender/waiter was super! He made every step count behind that bar!! Really enjoyed the Christmas 5 course menu. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming!
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Abby
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing amazing amazing!! One of the best in town! The best manhattan I’ve had in Atleast 5 years!
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Ashley
VIP
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Take it from two people who know good Italian. A Bostonian and a New York Italian. This place is bomb! Best Lasagna we’ve ever had by far. Nona would be sad. Do yourself a huge favor and eat here.
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Michael
VIP
New Orleans
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Incredible food but service was too slow and agonizing at times. We will return one day, but we’ll have to alot much more time to allow for the slow service.
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Jonathan
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff and food was great. Originally brought wrong entree but corrected within a minute. Highly recommend.
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Robert
New Mexico
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Service is always great. Never miss this place when in town.
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John
VIP
New Orleans
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food and service! Our annual Christmas celebration with friends!!!!
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FAQs

The Italian Barrel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 569-0198.

The Italian Barrel is rated 4.6 stars by 3469 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1240 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Decatur Street/Barracks
Neighborhood
French Quarter
Hours of operation
Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
French Market parking lot located 1 block away on the river.
Public transit
Street car stops just one block away
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Samantha Castagnetti /Owner
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine

Website
http://www.theitalianbarrel.com/
Phone number
(504) 569-0198
Catering
Catering: 504.982.6969
Private party facilities
Private Events:504.982.6969

The Italian Barrel

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Dining areas

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Lasagna

Spaghetti and Veal Meatball

Pumpkin Ravioli

Antipasti

Bruschetta$16.00

Bresaola$18.00

Polpette di Vitello$16.00

Mussels$25.00

Clams$28.00

Tortino di Polenta$16.00

Prosciutto e Melone$18.00

Imported Italian Cheeses Platter

Imported Italian Cold Cuts

Insalate

Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Martini$20.00

Nicoletta Salad$14.00

Ahi Tuna Salad$29.00

Italia$23.00

House Salad$10.00

NO SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED -Please advise your server of any food allergies.

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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