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A photo of The Pelican Club restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4960)
€€€€
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 47 times today
Excellent food selection and cocktails. Atmosphere is lively.
A photo of New Orleans Creole Cookery restaurant
4.4
Awesome(3709)
€€€€
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 24 times today
Kendal was a great server, the food was excellent
A photo of Broussard's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4506)
€€€€
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 33 times today
It was excellent as always! Keep up The great work everyone!
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4.8
Exceptional(283)
€€€€
• French • Bywater
Booked 50 times today
I wish there was a 10-star option for N7. The absolute highlight of our first trip to New Orleans!!! Cannot say enough about N7; the ambiance, decor, staff, menu, food, etc, etc, etc, was all off the chart. Was so happy we were able to get reservations. Everything on the menu was outstanding. We enjoyed the Smoked Tomato soup, Napa Cabbage, Scallops, Escargots, Cheese plate, and the Steak au Poivre. EVERYTHING was cooked to perfection. Our server, who admitted it was her first night on the floor, after working there for several years, was fantastic (unfortunately I do not remember her name) but she was great. Her recommendations were spot on. Next time you visit New Orleans, do yourself a favor and make a reservation at N7. You will not be disappointed
A photo of Atchafalaya Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7259)
€€€€
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District
Booked 64 times today
I was beyond happy with my birthday brunch at Atchafalaya. It has the unique experience of being unpretentious but with exquisite food. Hands-down best shrimp and grits I have ever had. And I have had a lot! I started with one of my favorites, the deviled egg, which is just extraordinary. You won't get it anywhere else. Knowing it was my birthday, they scattered gold stars across the table, which was so adorable, and presented me with the most delicious German chocolate brownie with whipped cream that I have ever had. The place never disappoints!
A photo of Audubon Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant
4.3
Awesome(514)
€€€€
• American • Uptown
Booked 20 times today
It was such a beautiful day, so my niece and I wanted to sit outside to eat. We chose the perfect location in the Audubon clubhouse. Such a gorgeous view! The service was fabulous and the food was absolutely delicious. We even watched a young couple get engaged. The whole experience was just wonderful, and I highly recommend eating here.
A photo of Pigeon and Whale restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(196)
€€€€
• Seafood • Uptown
Booked 27 times today
It was my third dinner at PnW and the best! The oysters were all amazing, the apps were flawless, the Negroni was perfect, and the service was friendly, efficient and fast.
A photo of Superior Grill - New Orleans restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(832)
€€€€
• Mexican • Uptown
Booked 25 times today
Great dinner experience with 5 of our grandchildren.
A photo of Shaya restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5436)
€€€€
• Middle Eastern • Uptown
Booked 60 times today
Lola was the most delightful server, and the food was magnificent.
A photo of Sylvain restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2311)
€€€€
• Contemporary American • French Quarter
Booked 33 times today
Really excellent meal. Drinks, all the food, esp the harissa beans and the chicken sandwich were amazing. Great location, cool ambiance and people. A great spot!

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  • Cheetah
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Kendal was a great server, the food was excellent
    More info
    New Orleans Creole Cookery$$$$• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
    •
    4.4
  • Kathryn
    South Carolina •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent food selection and cocktails. Atmosphere is lively.
    More info
    The Pelican Club$$$$• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
    •
    4.6
  • christopher
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was excellent as always! Keep up The great work everyone!
    More info
    Broussard's Restaurant$$$$• Creole• French Quarter
    •
    4.8
  • Karen
    Los Angeles •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I was beyond happy with my birthday brunch at Atchafalaya. It has the unique experience of being unpretentious but with exquisite food. Hands-down best shrimp and grits I have ever had. And I have had a lot! I started with one of my favorites, the deviled egg, which is just extraordinary. You won't get it anywhere else. Knowing it was my birthday, they scattered gold stars across the table, which was so adorable, and presented me with the most delicious German chocolate brownie with whipped cream that I have ever had. The place never disappoints!
    More info
    Atchafalaya Restaurant$$$$• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Garden District
    •
    4.9
  • Paul
    Las Vegas •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I wish there was a 10-star option for N7. The absolute highlight of our first trip to New Orleans!!! Cannot say enough about N7; the ambiance, decor, staff, menu, food, etc, etc, etc, was all off the chart. Was so happy we were able to get reservations. Everything on the menu was outstanding. We enjoyed the Smoked Tomato soup, Napa Cabbage, Scallops, Escargots, Cheese plate, and the Steak au Poivre. EVERYTHING was cooked to perfection. Our server, who admitted it was her first night on the floor, after working there for several years, was fantastic (unfortunately I do not remember her name) but she was great. Her recommendations were spot on. Next time you visit New Orleans, do yourself a favor and make a reservation at N7. You will not be disappointed
    More info
    N7$$$$• French• Bywater
    •
    4.8
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