Restaurant Guide

New Orleans Restaurants Guide

Dining is a passionate art form in New Orleans. Our restaurants and chefs are world-renowned and award-winning ... and will make your visit to New Orleans an unforgettable experience! For restaurants by location click here!

NewOrleansRestaurants.com makes it easier for you to make your dining reservations ahead of time. Simply click each restaurant listed below for further information on the restaurant -- follow each restaurant's links at top right for their menu, location, dress code and hours of operation. (For private party or group recommendations, click Private Parties in New Orleans on your left.)

Fine 

	Brennan's A legend in New Orleans - and a dining experience not to be missed. Enjoy the famous breakfast at Brennan's...and lunch and dinner, too! Located in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Andrea's New Orleans' world-renowned gold medal winner, Chef Andrea combines Louisiana products with Northern Italian cuisine to create a memorable dining experience. A favorite among locals -- free transportation provided. Located in Metairie, 10 minutes from the French Quarter.
	GW Fins Experience the cuisine that earned GW Fins’ Esquire Magazine’s esteemed "Top 20 best new restaurants in America" award, and a four bean rating in the New Orleans Times Picayune. GW Fins is located in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Arnaud's Restaurant Arnaud's Restaurant is the ultimate New Orleans dining experience, featuring award-winning Creole cuisine, friendly service and charming French Quarter ambiance. You won't be disappointed.
	Café Giovanni Located on Decatur Street, Café Giovanni offers a large array of New World Italian Food that set this restaurant apart from competitors but still is comfortable for local diners. A taste of New Orleans with a very personal touch in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Embers Enjoy fresh local seafood at the Embers "Original" Bourbon House at 700 Bourbon Street. Sit on the largest balcony on Bourbon Street, and overlook the festivities while you dine on delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine.
	Broussard's In the heart of the French Quarter, Broussard's brings you back to a more enchanting time, with hand-painted tiles, a lush tropical courtyard, three beautiful dining rooms, each with its own distinct personality, and French doors that open onto the courtyard.

Casual Fine 

	Court of Two Sisters Enjoy a festive daily Jazz Brunch buffet at the picturesque Court of Two Sisters. Dinner, which is served nightly and features a four-course dinner and an a la carte menu, is also a wonderful French Quarter experience.
	Feelings Cafe Feelings Cafe is one of the most romantic restaurants in New Orleans. Listen to music from their adjacent piano bar and enjoy the intimate atmosphere of their courtyard.
	Calcasieu Calcasieu is James Beard Award-winning Chef Donald Link's private dining facility located in the Historic Warehouse District.
	7 on Fulton While 7's design definitely fits the contemporary category, the restaurant's creators haven't ignored the timeless qualities that go into an exceptional dining experience - things like comfort, warmth and service that's precise without being fussy.
	Pelican Club The Pelican Club offers a wide range of fabulous New Orleans dishes, and its outstanding decor and incredible atmosphere are sure to make your event a true New Orleans experience. Located on Exchange Place in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Byblos Mediterranean Cuisine Byblos is a Greek style restaurant that stands with their largest section of lamb dishes in New Orleans that includes items from chops to kabobs. Their fresh, house-made hummus, shawarma and seafood dishes are also must try’s.
	Grand Isle Restaurant Located on the Fulton Street mall in the Warehouse District, Grand Isle serves seafood straight from local Gulf fisheries. With a wide range of freshly caught specialties, including an award-winning Shrimp Caminada po-boy, Grand Isle is a great spot to kick back and enjoy authentic New Orleans seafood dishes.
	Tujague's The second-oldest restaurant in New Orleans’ French Quarter, Tujague’s carries on traditions begun before carriages had left the city's cobblestone streets.
	Café Amelie Located in the French Quarter's most beautiful courtyard, picturesque Café Amelie's delicious dishes and signature cocktails are just the beginning.
	Suis Generis Suis Generis is a Bywater based restaurant. They use fresh, local meat, produce and seafood. Their menu is constantly changing based on what's available and in season.
	Red Fish Grill Ralph Brennan's Red Fish Grill boasts a variety of fresh seafood selections, including an abundant supply of fresh Gulf shell fish, fin fish, a raw oyster bar, and many other New Orleans classic seafood dishes. Located right on Bourbon Street in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Pascal's Manale Pascal's Manale of uptown New Orleans is famous for creating barbecued shrimp. Pascal's is located at 1838 Napoleon Avenue.
	Bombay Club The Bombay Club is a lovely candlelit spot tucked away in the heart of the French Quarter at 830 Conti Street.
	Tony Moran's Some of the finest seafood and Cajun cuisine in New Orleans, prepared from treasured family recipes along with locally influenced versions of some old favorites. Don't miss this fabulous dining experience! Located right on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter.
	Ralph's on the Park Carrying on the tradition of fine food, fun and revelry, Ralph's on the Park offers some of the city's best New Orleans cuisine. Awarded 4 out of 5 beans by the Times-Picayune, Ralph's is sure to satisfy your craving for genuine local flavors.

Casual 

	Acme Oyster House The pearl of New Orleans' restaurants, Acme Oyster House invites area residents and visitors to enjoy its marvelous ambiance, fresh seafood from Louisiana waters, and local charm. Five locations, including the French Quarter, Metairie and the Northshore.
	Deanie's Seafood In a town famous for great seafood, it's in a class by itself. Located in Metairie and the French Quarter, Deanie's has been recognized as one of New Orleans' best seafood joints since 1961.
	Le Bayou This French Quarter favorite offers simple yet sophisticated food, wine and traditional New Orleans service in a Cajun/Creole restaurant.
	Oceana Grill Steps from Bourbon Street, Oceana Grill's historic building, combined with authentic Creole and Cajun delicacies, offers satisfaction for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
	Huck Finn's Cafe From shrimp po-boys to jambalaya, fried seafood, muffulettas and more, Huck Finn's chefs serve the best in Cajun cuisine, using local ingredients with a unique flair. Go and try it for yourself.
	Michaul's Live Cajun Music A N'awlins Cajun restaurant, featuring live Cajun music and free dancing lessons, located right on the St. Charles streetcar line in the Central Business District.
	Margaritaville Cafe Set across the street from the French Quarter's famed French Market, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville has something for the tastebuds and more.
	Maison Maison is a bar/restaurant/music venue/event space on world-famous Frenchmen Street in New Orleans. It features live music every day from 5 p.m. till close, and a contemporary Creole-inspired menu consisting of delicious, authentic New Orleans cuisine made from fresh local ingredients.
	Zea Rotisserie & Grill Zea Rotisserie and Grill is known for their rotisserie chicken that falls of the bone because it’s perfectly cooked and other delicious menu items. They are located in the Garden District, right on St. Charles Avenue and has free valet parking.
	Steamboat Natchez The Steamboat Natchez offers daily dinner jazz cruises and harbor jazz cruises with a New Orleans food buffet. Enjoy music and food as you cruise along the Mississippi!
	Pierre Maspero's In a historically significant building, this contemporary infusion of Cajun/Creole cuisine offers delectable food and a friendly staff.
	Bayou Burger and Sports Company Bayou Burger offers a wide selection of local Brews and stacked up specialty Burgers and hot dogs. A place to watch the game while relaxing with friends.
	Crossroads at House of Blues Conveniently located in the French Quarter, Crossroads at House of Blues offers live music almost every night of the week, fantastic lunch and dinner Monday - Saturday, a rousing Friday Happy Hour in the courtyard, and a spirit-lifting Gospel Brunch every Sunday. Be sure to check it out.
	Desire Bistro & Oyster Bar Enjoy fresh Louisiana seafood and Creole delicacies in this casual street side bistro with French doors overlooking Bourbon Street. Now serving breakfast. Open Daily from 6 a.m. 'til 11 p.m.
	Royal House Oyster Bar Need to plan a special event? Creole Cuisine Entertainment provides the delicious cuisine of Royal House Oyster Bar in an exclusive balcony room setting.
	Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Bubba Gump Shrimp Company mixes food and fun in a festive neighborhood. The restaurant is located on Decatur Street, just a few blocks from Jackson Square and other popular French Quarter attractions.
	Marigny Brasserie Marigny Brasserie is a New Orleans restaurant situated on historic Frenchmen Street in the French Quarter/Marigny neighborhood.
	Chartres House Café Experience two floors of casual local fun! Try delicious Cajun- Creole cuisine in any of our spectacular dining settings. Enjoy true French quarter ambiance with our wrap around balcony and fully stocked bar serving famous martinis and a gorgeous courtyard. A true locals’ favorite!
	Copeland's of New Orleans Copeland's of New Orleans is more than a restaurant, it is the family's promise to provide you with the finest dining experience each and every visit. Enjoy their authentic New Orleans cuisine, signature dishes, pasta, fish, sizzlin' steaks and much more.
	Mulate's Cajun Restaurant The restaurant that made Cajun Culture famous with authentic Cajun cuisine. It's a perfect place to see the Mardi Gras parades, it's located right on the parade routes and have all inclusive packages.
	Bourbon Heat Right the famed Bourbon Street in the heart of the French Quarter, Bourbon Heat is an all night dance club offering casual dining, catering, private parties, and VIP bottle service.
	Reginelli's Pizza Reginelli's Pizzeria combines a unique menu and wide array of fresh ingredients with a cool, modern decor, bringing together a contemporary atmosphere with old-world Italy.
	Ralph & Kacoo's Ralph & Kacoo's is located in the center of the French Quarter, on 519 Toulouse St, right off Decatur. Their experienced chefs are dedicated to preparing each meal to the classic standard of Louisiana seafood that they have served since 1969.
	New Orleans School of Cooking Their popular lunch classes are open to individual reservations. All open classes include generous samplings of the demonstrated menu items as well as recipes, coffee, iced tea and Abita beer.
	Hard Rock Cafe Now located on the corner of Bourbon and Iberville Street, Hard Rock Cafe New Orleans offers rock star service and a unique environment for your dining experience!
	Crescent City Brewhouse The Crescent City Brewhouse servers amazing beer and great food. It is the only microbrewery in the French Quarter from every end of the spectrum will enjoy trying their portfolio. They have a warm, relaxed atmosphere with live jazz performed nightly by New Orleans musicians.
	Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro Join Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro for a casual meal, and sample the revered, boundless menu. With its caring staff, signature dishes, and fun ambiance, you'll discover there's much more here than just cheesecake.
	Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Gordon Biersch brews great beer at its New Orleans location, and serves up satisfying plates made with the freshest products. Gordon Biersch is located in the Central Business District.
	Cafe Pontalba Located right in the middle of Jackson Square, Cafe Pontalba is a great way to take in the sights, sounds, and tastes of New Orleans. Delicious Creole cuisine served in a casual atmosphere.
	Pier 424 Join Pier 424 in the heart of the French Quarter on Bourbon Street for Cajun favorites.

Quick Bites 

	Cafe Beignet New Orleans’ Café provides excellent coffee and beignets all day long. Also on their menu are New Orleans Cajun specialties and fried seafood for when you want something more than breakfast.
	Daisy Dukes Daisy Dukes offers great breakfast, cajun and southern dishes all day and night. Located next to the French Quarter Marriott, Daisy Dukes serves great food, for a great price all with great service.