Best Casual Restaurants in Metairie

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A photo of Ristorante Filippo restaurant

1. Ristorante Filippo

4.6

Exceptional(1112)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Metairie

Booked 6 times today

Chef Philip Gagliano is a native New Orleanian of Italian descent who LOVES food! Learning his culinary skills from his mother and grandmothers, Chef Philip serves delightfully classic dishes in an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Menu specialties include Oysters al Oreganate, Chicken & Veal served in 5 classic Italian preparations and USDA Steaks alongside traditional Italian Pasta dishes. Chef Philip says "I am very attached to my Italian roots and have been in the industry a long time. My wife Mary and I work diligently at the restaurant to make it a wonderful place to dine for all of our guests. We look forward to welcoming you into our restaurant".

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2. Monday Restaurant + Bar

4.6

Exceptional(977)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 46 times today

Located in one of New Orleans’ most historic neighborhoods, Mid-City, Monday is an indoor/outdoor dining destination crafted by renowned restauranteurs, Larry Morrow and Lenora Chong, and is a must-visit for anyone seeking the best in American Cuisine and Happy Hour Specials in the city.The bar menu includes everything from exclusive crafted cocktails to bottle service to all-day Happy Hour specials on Mondays. More than just a dining venue, Monday promises to deliver a singular blend of excellent food, innovative cocktails, and one-of-a-kind experiences, making it the perfect Event Hosting and Brunch Spot.Monday is open for lunch and dinner six days a week. NOTE:For large party bookings (8+ people) and private events, email reservations@mondaynola.com.

3. Vessel NOLA

4.3

Awesome(2689)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 7 times today

Vessel Specializes in Fresh Seafood and New American Cuisine! Renowned Chef Wille Cooper, who trained under Emeril Lagasse & Wolfgang Puck sources fresh local ingredients incorporating many of the traditions New Orleans is famous for. Dinner is served 7 days a week and brunch Sat-Sun! Happy Hour weekdays 4-6 pm (except holidays). Reservations are advised and we welcome walk-ins! Dine inside or outdoors on our gorgeous covered patio! ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST featured VESSEL as one of "8 of the Most Gorgeous Restaurants in Former Churches Worldwide". Paranormal activity lurks at VESSEL as featured on The Travel Channel's hit show "THE DEAD FILES" in the episode "Deadly Vessel" showcasing the spirits that haunt Vessel. Eat, Drink, Congregate! at Vessel at New Orleans' most exciting restaurant/bar, housed in a 1914 historic church in Mid-City, 10 minutes from the French Quarter just off the Canal Street Streetcar.

4. A Tavola

4.6

Exceptional(477)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Metairie

Booked 13 times today

A Tavola Restaurant & Wine Bar is located on Veterans Blvd. at Lakeside Shopping Center. Showcasing modern Italian cuisine in a lively setting, a Tavola, which means “at the table” in Italian, is a family-friendly restaurant featuring an open kitchen serving wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, soup and salads, paninis and sandwiches, alongside other Italian favorites. We invite you to join us "at the table!"Our open kitchen and wood-fired pizza oven make every meal a feast for the eyes, as well as the palette. And whether you’re enjoying a business lunch or Aperitivos with your amici, our large bar and al fresco patio make socializing a breeze. From house-baked bread to a Bambini menu for the kids, our dishes welcome everyone to the table.

5. Nice Guys Nola

4.3

Awesome(520)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • Crown Point

Booked 36 times today

Quality you can taste! Nice Guys family offers many different cuisines and traditions. Most importantly to us, we are obsessed with excellent food and superior customer service. In New Orleans we realize people come from all across the globe for some amazing New Orleans food. At Nice Guys, we are happy to serve you that amazing food. Located in New Orleans at 7910 Earhart Blvd, five minuets from downtown, Nice Guys Nola is a new restaurant adventure with all the vibes. The concept and creativity in every dish was created by owners Glenn and Allison Charles. We always have something crazy and over the top to look forward to every weekend. Join us for our fall off the plate specials, amazing brunch and craft cocktails. We look forward to serving you.

6. Toups Meatery

4.8

Exceptional(2504)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cajun • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 23 times today

Toups' Meatery is a contemporary Cajun restaurant featuring fine food, wine, specialty cocktails, extensive Bourbon selection and charcuterie inspired by deep-rooted Louisiana family traditions. Chef Isaac Toups represents the new guard of Cajun chefs for his updated refined approach to rustic dishes. Cooking the food that’s closest to his heart has earned him rave reviews including recently being named a James Beard Semi-Finalist for Best Chef of the South 2014 & 2015. Located in beautiful Mid City near City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Art.

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7. Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks

4.8

Exceptional(1680)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Metairie

Booked 21 times today

Desi Vega is the restaurateur of Desi Vega's Steakhouse, Mr. John's Steakhouse, and Desi Vega's Prime Burgers & Shakes. Desi grew up in the restaurant business and was groomed by Ella Brennan at Commander's Palace, Ruth Fertel of Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and Emeril Lagasse. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Our USDA Prime steaks are carefully selected, hand-cut and aged for tenderness, then seared to perfection and served on a sizzling plate. Seafood selections include steamed crabs and lobster, Gulf fish in various preparations each day, and plenty of other seafood.

8. Pascal's Manale

4.5

Awesome(3392)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 38 times today

Founded in 1913, this family-run, Italian-Creole restaurant is located in uptown New Orleans. It is famous for creating barbecued shrimp.This neighborhood restaurant is vintage New Orleans, from the service to the decor. The oyster bar is always manned by a friendly shucker. The oysters are fresh, salty, and delicious.The old time oyster bar and cocktail bar offers raw oysters on the half shell and all types of cocktails. We offer fine seafood, Italian specialties, and delicious steaks.In 2023, Dickie Brennan & Co. welcomed Pascal's Manale into their restaurant family.

9. Porter & Luke's

4.6

Exceptional(493)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Metairie

Booked 3 times today

Porter & luke's opened in 2012 and was selected as one of the top ten new restaurants in New Orleans. We have also been Featured in the new Fox TV food show Flip MY Food w/ Chef Jeff. We are focused on fresh quality ingredients and great service. We pride ourselves in our guests having the premier dining experience. We offfer a great variety of selections from : Italian ,Creole, Cajun as well as traditional New Orleans Cuisine. Come by porter& luke's and try one of our fabulous dishes.

A photo of Audubon Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant

10. Audubon Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co.

4.4

Awesome(253)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 15 times today

Offering Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner featuring salads, sandwiches & mains made with Louisiana seafood & seasonal local produce. Highlights are the 1898 Club Sandwich, the Crabcake Benedict, a Chicken & Waffle Salad topped with a fried chicken thigh, and a house classic - the Palace Cafe Turtle Soup. The bar offers curated craft cocktails with local spirits, and a stellar wine list. We are located in the beautiful Audubon Park so you can dine on our veranda under the Oaks. Operated by Dickie Brennan & Co. Family of Restaurants.

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Kelsey
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Ben was our server and he was absolutely amazing. His upbeat attitude and efficient service made my birthday dinner that much more special. Vessel and their staff are always very accommodating and kind especially for larger parties. Favorite restaurant for any kind of celebration, as a local. Food is consistently superb.
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Vessel NOLAPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Mid-City / City Park
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4.3
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Bri
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The boudin egg rolls and sweet potato beneigts are out of this world! Omggg! Whoever the bartender is, drinks are delicious and on point.
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Monday Restaurant + BarPrice: Expensive• American• Mid-City / City Park
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4.6
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Jacob
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was so good!!!!! Service was excellent! We really enjoyed every minute!
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A TavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Metairie
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4.6
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Charles
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
When you have reservations you will be set fast and I love that… Staff was excellent and the food came out hot and fresh. My favorites were chicken, red beans and rice and that butter honey biscuit was sooo good. Omelette was very well seasoned and the breakfast potatoes were excellent!! Drinks on point and so was the DJ and Hypeman!! We came from Texas and we definitely know how to brunch but so does Nice Guys!!
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Nice Guys NolaPrice: Expensive• Creole• Crown Point
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4.3
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MaryVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Some of the absolute best food that I have ever had! The pork chop is absolutely to die for and the lasagna will leave you speechless
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Ristorante FilippoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Metairie
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4.6

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