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1. Brennan's
4.7
Exceptional(12227)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 166 times today
Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com. Welcome to Brennan's! Our menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar.
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2. Antoine's
4.6
Exceptional(11740)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 123 times today
Celebrating 185 years in the French Quarter, Antoine's welcomes you to enjoy our traditional French creole fare as well as updated classics in our beautiful and historic restaurant setting in the heart of the French Quarter.Antoine's Dress Code isBusiness Casual: Jackets and collared shirts are strongly suggested for gentlemen. We kindly ask all guests not to wear athletic or beach clothing, baseball caps, or flip-flops. Antoine’s dress code will be enforced at the discretion of the manager.All private dining rooms are open and we are actively booking for future events. For private dining inquiries please learn more at www.antoines.com and fill out private dining inquiry.
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3. Arnaud's
4.7
Exceptional(7548)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 35 times today
Celebrate the culture and tradition of New Orleans through exquisite flavors served in the most timeless, chic setting in the French Quarter.Our menu includes both classic Creole and inventive dishes. Enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail in our award-winning French 75 Bar, delight your ears and your mouth with nightly Dixieland Jazz in our Jazz Bistro dining room, or celebrate with our fabulous Sunday Jazz Brunch. See why Arnaud’s has been celebrating over 100 years of rich history and culinary excellence.“James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program”, “James Beard Award Semi-finalist for Outstanding Hospitality”
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4. Mr. B's Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(6621)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 74 times today
Mr. B's Bistro, a New Orleans restaurant famous for its Creole cuisine with a focus on fresh regional products, is located in the heart of the French Quarter at the intersection of Royal Street and Iberville. This corner is a New Orleans landmark and celebrated food corner. Considered the original New Orleans gourmet bistro, Mr. B's Bistro is owned and managed by Cindy Brennan, a member of the legendary New Orleans' Brennan Family.
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5. Tujague's - New Orleans
4.3
Awesome(3675)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 22 times today
Tujague's is the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans. This French Quarter institution has been serving traditional New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 160 years. Lore states that brunch originated here, as did the Grasshopper cocktail. Homages to the restaurant's long and colorful history abound within the interior of the building from the classic 19th century architecture to memorabilia on the walls.Menu items such as the seared gulf fish and the daily gumbo meld French traditions with New Orleans fare and flare. Our famous five course menu is still served nightly; but have no fear, the menu is no longer pre-fixe, so those less ravenous diners can join in too.If you want a quintessential New Orleans experience filled with history and local fare, Tujague's is your place.
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6. Red Fish Grill
4.5
Awesome(8647)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 79 times today
For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill. Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.Diner's Choice Award - Opentable"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table
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7. Jewel of the South
4.8
Exceptional(144)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • French Quarter
Booked 31 times today
Borrowing its name from an influential 1850s-vintage bar in the Central Business District, this pub-like tavern (with courtyard) occupies an old brick Creole cottage in the French Quarter, where well-known local bartender Chris Hannah serves up cocktails both classic and contemporary. London-born chef Philip Whitmarsh runs the kitchen.Accolades include James Beard, World 50 Best, Art of Hospitality, Best Bar South (North America).
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8. Muriel's Jackson Square
4.7
Exceptional(10571)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 96 times today
The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.
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9. The Pelican Club
4.6
Exceptional(4653)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 50 times today
The Pelican Club is a contemporary New Orleans restaurant located on historic Exchange Place in the French Quarter. The entrance is via the Bar which overlooks Exchange Place through a wall of arched, wood-mullioned windows and leads into three dining rooms featuring original artworks by contemporary Louisiana artists.Since opening the doors in 1990, chef and owner, Richard Hughes has offered a diverse menu based in south Louisiana tradition with French, Italian, and Asian influences reflecting the rich culinary culture of the city. Enjoy fresh seasonal specialties including Baked Oysters, Clay Pot “Barbequed” Shrimp, Seafood Martini, Crispy Whole Flounder, Trio of Duck, Prime Filet Mignon and Louisiana Cioppino in its own pot. The Pelican Club features an extensive wine list highlighting the the regions of California, Italy and France. Host groups from 20 to 200 for events ranging from cocktail parties and seated dinners to receptions.
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10. Broussard's Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4167)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 30 times today
Since Broussard’s first opened its doors in 1920, our sensational French-Creole cuisine and historic French Quarter architecture have delighted locals and visitors alike. Enjoy brunch in the courtyard, dinner in our elegant dining rooms, or cocktails at the Empire Bar. Our innovative dishes and attentive service will create an experience you’ll remember for the next 100 years. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator's 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

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