Restaurants in New Orleans
Known for its use of Cajun pepper, tropical fruits and spices,
dining out in New Orleans is an exciting sensory experience not to
be missed. The melting pot cuisine known as Creole incorporates
French, Spanish, Mediterranean, Caribbean and African flavours as
well as the hearty and comforting tastes of the American Deep
South.
Travellers will find the world-famous French Quarter gears mostly
to tourists and this is where just about any and every kind of
Creole restaurant can be found, serving jumbalaya, red beans and
rice, gumbo and Cajun Crawfish amongst other local dishes. Those
with a serious sweet tooth are in for a treat in New Orleans, where
the desserts are as sticky as they come with favourites such as
Pecan Pie, Pralines and Bananas Foster staples on most restaurant
menus.
Bourbon Street is where the best of New Orleans' eateries can be
found and travellers should pay the legendary Galatoire's a visit
to sample some of the city's finest fare. Not to be missed are the
city's cocktails, the most famous being the notorious 'Hurricane'
and visitors won't have trouble finding a bar to sample this New
Orleans specialty - escaping the bustling bars might be their only
problem!
| Arnaud’s |
$$$$$ | American |
One of the grand old classic New Orleans restaurants, Arnaud's
offers a taste of history along with its ambitious menu. Named
after its founder, Count Arnaud Cazenave (immortalised in a
portrait on the wall), Arnaud's glitters with chandeliers, leaded
windows and a mosaic floor. The eatery consists of 13 buildings in
the French Quarter, including a brasserie, bistro, grill bar and
banqueting halls. The formal main restaurant requires a jacket, and
offers raved-about fish dishes, as well as traditional favourites
like filet mignon. Open daily for dinner and brunch on Sundays.
Address: 813 Bienville Street, French Quarter
Telephone: (504) 523 5433
| Galatoire’s |
$$$$$ | French |
An institution on Bourbon Street, Galatoire's has been serving
up French-Creole specialities since 1905 and still uses many of the
original recipes. Starched white linen and shiny crystal set the
tone in this establishment where tradition reigns and locals and
visitors return again and again to enjoy the fresh local seafood.
Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.
Address: 209 Bourbon Street, French Quarter
Telephone: (504) 525 2021
| Steamboat Natchez |
$$$$$ | American |
The sounds of jazz music and the beautiful skyline of downtown
New Orleans provide a wonderful backdrop for a moonlight dinner
cruise on the mighty Mississippi River, aboard the Steamboat
Natchez. The cost of the two hour cruise is inclusive of a
traditional southern buffet dinner, departing from the Toulouse
Street Wharf, opposite Jackson Square in the heart of the French
Quarter, at 7pm.
Address: 2 Canal Street, Suite 2500
Telephone: (504) 586 8777
Along the historic Saint Charles Avenue, Herbsaint respects its
location's culinary history. The name gives a clue to the patron
seasoning of this French and Louisiana blend of fine dining. An
esteemed award winning chef and classic meals betray the
restaurants' casual atmosphere with an extensive French wine
selection that can class up any of the delicious gumbo dishes.
Reservations are advised.
Address: 701 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
Telephone: 504-524-4114
| Camellia Grill |
$$$$$ | American |
The Camellia Grill in the Riverbend area off the St Charles
Avenue streetcar is a favourite haunt for night owls who congregate
in the early hours for breakfast, particularly the huge fluffy
omelettes with adventurous fillings. The classy diner features
white-jacketed waiters, delicious waffles, the best burgers in town
and is famous for its chocolate pecan pie.
Address: 626 South Carrollton Avenue
Telephone: (504) 866 9573
At this chic eatery owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, Chef
Chris Montero prepares beautifully fresh, local seafood and
homemade pastas with Creole and Italian panache. Bacco has been
called 'a gem' and voted 'Best Italian Restaurant' four years
running. At night Bacco is a romantic, candlelit venue and at
lunchtime it's more affordable and casual. While it's open for
lunch and dinner, diners should call ahead for times.
Address: 310 Chartres Street
Telephone: (504) 522 2426
| Parkway Bakery and Tavern |
$$$$$ |
It's not fine dining, it's better. The po-boy is a New Orleans
classic fried sandwhich packed with so many ingredients its better
to try one than read about it. Parkway is the best and oldest place
to grab a po-boy mouthful and also doubles as a fun place to grab a
beer.
Address: 538 Hagan Avenue
Telephone: 504-482-3047
| Casamento's |
$$$$$ | Seafood |
The rugged looking restaurant, much like its delicious oysters,
betrays just how great this oyster bar is. One of the oldest oyster
bars in town, Casamento's serves them every-which-way but still the
best is to line up a big serving of raw ones on the counter. Cheap
prices and reliably incredible oysters make it a favourite for
locals.
Address: 4330 Magazine St.
E-mail: info@casamentosrestaurant.com
Telephone: 504-895-9761
Mulate's is the original Cajun restaurant, featuring authentic
Cajun cuisine. Be sure to try the Zydeco Gumbo and don't miss the
homemade bread pudding. Live Cajun music and dancing each night
attracts many New Orleans visitors; even Bob Dylan stopped by when
he was in town. This restaurant/bar is open for lunch and till late
at night.
Address: 201 Julia Street
Telephone: (504) 522 1492, (800) 854 9149
| Ralph's on the Park |
$$$$$ | Local |
Ralph's on the Park offers food fresh from the farms and waters
of Louisiana, with a side helping of splendid City Park views.
Their shrimp rémoulade is a favourite, creamy and not a bit
spicy, and the filet mignon brings mutterings of 'buttery, so
buttery…' to mind. The chocolate Kahlúa mousse or
Creole cream cheese ice cream on peach cobbler wraps things up
nicely. Ralph's is open for dinners and Sunday brunch.
Address: 900 City Park Ave
Telephone: (504) 488 1000
