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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything we had was delicious, the service was incredible, and we will definitely be back.

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   Pkso

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall4food5service3ambience2

   I reserved indoor standard seating, but we were seated outside in the heat of the summer. Luckily there was a slight overcast. The outdoor was ambiance consisted of many locals with blaring car music and cigarette smoke. My $16 cocktail quickly melted, causing it to be watered down tasting like ice. The food was delicious and fresh!!! I would go back for the food. The service was average. The overall price was a little high.

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   LisaO

   Denver

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 26 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We often go to the Italian Barrel for date night. It's one of my favorite restaurants in New Orleans. We shared the lasagna and it was delicious!

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4. JG

   JaneaG

   New Orleans

   22 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on 26 June 2022

   overall3food3service3ambience4

   We have always loved Italian Barrel. Tonight was quite different. Food was mediocre. Bread appetizer was rock hard. Service was lacking. We also did not like having to put in our full order at once. We often change our minds on our entree after having our appetizer. Very disappointing as this is one of our faves in Nola:(

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   CherylE

   Atlantic City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food was delicious and the service was great I highly recommend this place

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   BrendaH

   Philadelphia

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We had a reservation for outdoor dining but it was really hot. The hostess was wonderful in finding us a table indoors instead. Our server was attentive without being intrusive and the food was top notch. We started with a small cheese plate which included gourmet crackers, honey, onion relish, and fig spread. Then a lovely Nicolette salad we split. My husband had Pesto e Scampi and I had the sea bass in a parchment which was fabulous. Definitely recommend!

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   joregec

   New Orleans

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Fantastic hostess make sure we were always comfortable during our short wait

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   CynthiaH

   Sacramento

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great ambience Felt like I had stepped back in time ,would definitely eat here again food was fresh and wonderful ,staff very polite

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9. BB

   BillB

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Most organized, best operated restaurant we have eaten at in a long time.

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    TimT

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service was impeccable. The food was delicious and quick to arrive. Overall, a perfect meal and perfect atmosphere.

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11. WB

    WallaceB

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food and service were excellent, the cost was very reasonable.

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    Skelly

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food great service and quiet atmosphere. A hidden treasure in New Orleans

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    OianeS

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Era la segunda vez que íbamos y volvió a encantarnos. Todo está delicioso.

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14. JH

    JeffH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Generally excellent choices and food at medium high price. Genuine Italian fare with a New Orleans twist. Some 4 place tables are a little small. While service personnel tried hard, the impression was that they need at least 2 more serving staff when restaurant is full. Very much a class act on Decatur and close to the jazz clubs on Frenchmen’s St.

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    CLS23

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Our server was the BEST! The food and wine were excellent.

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 June 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience3

    Place was super busy, under staffed. Food and beverage was good and server was delightful when she was available.

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    Tkjacobson

    New Orleans

    93 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on 13 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely meal! Great service and the food, as usual, unreal!

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    TimH

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place for locals and tourist. Very good place for a great meal!

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    Chc454

    Philadelphia

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 12 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Cute little spot with much character and amazing food options. We sat at the bar by choice and were immediately greeted by Dan. Good from start to finish was incredible! A friend that lives in Nola told us to get the lasagna and wow was she right! My wife and I almost licked the bowl! I had the Pesto Scamp which came with an unbelievable amount of delicious shrimp and the pasta was delicious. The melon with prosciutto was a surprise highlight with the perfect mix of sweet and savory. I think we may come back again before we head home! Thanks for an amazing meal! The profiteroles were the only thing we may have passed on. These were dry and not much flavor. We would try something else for desert when we return.

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    Satisfied

    Raleigh

    142 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    142 reviews

    Dined on 12 June 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience3

    Walked there as it was close to hotel. Small and warm in ambience but quite loud. Food was good, but not outstanding.

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    SusanP

    Wilmington

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 12 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food is amazing. Huge portions. Snapper with crab special was cooked to perfection. Potato cheese soufflé served with veal chop is like the inside of a double baked potato. Sooo good. Appetizer of calamari shrimp and octopus is huge, could be an entree and it’s fabulous. One of our favorite restaurants in NOLA. It’s small so it’s loud, Nevertheless, the staff is on their game.

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    David

    Mississippi

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Good food and attentive waitress. One of our favorite places in New Orleans.

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 June 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    One of our favorite places to eat in New Orleans. Food was great but it was a little crazy to watch the manager and our waitress drink and take shots at the bar right next to our table meanwhile it took over 40 minutes for us to get our food.

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    GRW4

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 June 2022

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    Went to celebrate the Birthday of my Wife and her Sister. With that in mind I dropped off two bouquets of a dozen roses each to be presented to the Ladies ahead of time. I dropped of flowers with with the restaurant and gave instructions on how and when to present for this was going to be an extra surprise gift for the Birthday Girls. The restaurant totally dropped the ball. By combining the bouquets and placing them in a vase and centering on the table ahead of our arrival. While speaking to the Manager to see why my instructions hadn't been followed, she could only offer a very "WEAK" apology and came off as dismissive. The Service was extremely slow. Food average at best with the tables order consisting of house salads, the crab meat martini appetizer, the scallops special dish, shrimp scampi pasta, spaghetti and meat ball and lobster ravioli. Although the portions were large with the exception of the ravioli, taste was average. This wasn't my first time for my Wife and I to dine here but was for my Brother-in- Law and Sister-in-Law. Service has always been slow but food would make up for it. Not this time. The music being played in restaurant is extremely to load and doesn't fit the ambiance. Overall, I was extremely disappointed and will not recommend this restaurant or dine here again.

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 June 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    Food was underseasoned - could have used finishing salt on most of the dishes. Pricing seems damn near predatory. Our server was lovely and made our meal.

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26. JJ

    JohnJ

    Mobile

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 6 June 2022

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    Fantastic service and a very extensive menu reflecting many price points. My first visit there. I will be back! Food was delicious.

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    GailW

    Houston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 6 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great meal, great service, great ambiance. It was charming and had a European feel. Would highly recommend.

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28. KG

    KillianG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 June 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Amazing food, the staff really makes sure that the ambiance is constant. Great wine selection, amazing food, fresh and house-made, and amazing deserts!

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    DarcyD

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We very much enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. Less touristy it seemed.

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Cousins trip—Donald our waiter was great and the food was delicious. Definitely recommend sitting outside.

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31. JF

    JadeF

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Super delicious true Italian food!! Must go

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 June 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience5

    Honestly, the food was not very good. It was bland and chewy. Only my colleague who ordered the steak enjoyed his dinner. The desserts were tasty. The atmosphere was nice.

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33. JH

    JoyH

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We absolutely loved purchasing dinner! Absolutely wonderful experience!

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    Hayner

    New Orleans

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 2 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food made even better by the excellent service by our server, Jaume. She is literally one of the best servers we’ve ever had — super friendly and attentive. Thanks for the excellent wine recommendation!

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    Jazzyd

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I went for our anniversary and everything from food to service to ambiance was outstanding! We live in NO so will definitely be going back!

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36. NO

    NOLA2022

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 30 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, outstanding service and nice ambiance!

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing place we really enjoyed our dinner.

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    Ttgd

    Birmingham

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 29 May 2022

    overall3food5service2ambience2

    Usually love this restaurant ....food is amazing. One bad experience with an outdoor table near service entrance last night. Leaving private note for management to see if they can correct for next guest.

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39. C

    Camb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was some of the best Italian food I have ever eaten. Charming atmosphere as well. Definitely try it!

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40. DL

    DLWw

    Exclusive

    50 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 27 May 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    I was expecting a bit more, but the veal was very good…just not “great”. The pasta was cooked perfectly alden

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