One of the best maitre 'd s in the business. We arrived early and were serenaded while awaiting our appetizers. I ordered a Pimms Cup before dinner and while out od cucumbers a staff member was sent sprinting down the street to acquire one brownie points for sure. We ordered the cabbage to start, scallops for dinner and lemkn cake for dessert. I later learned the head chef once worked for Clancy's which makes sensw as the menu is nearly identicle, not that is all bad but I felt like I had tasted this menu before. Overall it was pleasurable experience but there are other places that I would choose first. read more

Super interesting dining experience.... reservation was at 7:45 and we got our meal around 9:15. My boyfriend and I went and were ordering off the coolinary menu. The experience started bizarre w an eccentric waiter - but we liked him so we didn't mind waiting to order our drinks until the appetizers arrived. We each had two Pimm's cups, one coming w two luxardo cherries, one with one cherry, and the other two with none. The gumbo was great and we were brought two loafs of bread! Then came the wait... the manager came by to apologize for the wait and offered a gumbo on the house, as well as a dessert. He then proceeded to say the same thing to each of the other remaining 3 couples at the restaurant - which were less accepting of the wait than we were (one table continued to express their frustrations and continued to get free drinks... we should have taken that approach!). At the end of the night, nothing was taken off our bill - in fact we were charged for three coolinary entrees. My boyfriends lamb chops were delicious, however I believe a full can of iodized salt was coating my drum. It was truly all I tasted. My tiramisu also tasted really weird... but his bananas foster creme brûlée was tasty! (Although the sugar wasn't melted and caramelized, but rather individual grains). Overall, I don't think we will be back but if you're going on someone else's dime - you shouldn't pass on the chance for a decent meal! Don't get the drum :) read more

Annunciation - Salt salt and more salt! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I came here with 12 friends for my birthday dinner. It took 1 hour to get appetizers and another 30 minutes recieve our cold entrees. The steaks ordred were like shoe leather. This was the worst experience I have ever had at a restaurant. The only reason we didnt walk out as soon as the entrees arrived was because my wife had put a lot of care in arranging the entire evening and we didnt want to ruin it. The staff ended up taking a good portion off the bill and they mentioned having a 90 person party in their upstairs room. Although this should have nothing to do with our dinner, it may be better other nights. The staff did work hard to make it right in the end. read more

I would really give a 0 but I guess 1 star is still ok too. First off, service was poor. We had a rsvp for 8 people for 7pm. It was still pretty empty. We ordered cocktails and already at that moment I was in shock. The server went around the table and took each of our orders except the last person. I'm not sure if he forgot, but he abruptly left right before the last person. I can't explain it well enough for you to picture, but it seemed like he intentionally ignored that person. It took 30 minutes to just get bread and over an hour for just our appetizer. The cocktails tasted like water. Paying $12 for diluted alcohol. I received the wrong appetizer and informed the server. He said "well you told me you wanted this." I said no sir, and repeated my entire order. He took the wrong order back. (I hope he threw that away and didn't serve it to another table with covid precautions). His tone threw me off because he said it as if I was wrong and it was my fault for telling him the wrong order in the first place. My appetizer was the escargot which was decent. Probably the only thing that was enjoyable due to the amount of butter. Who doesn't like butter. For the entree, I got the veal Marsala. The mushrooms and green beans were good. The pasta and veal were plain. I def needed salt. Funny story: majority of the table ordered the veal Marsala. Everyone gets green beans as noted in the description. My friend, the one who got passed over on his drink order, all of a sudden got broccoli instead. Which is fine, but we didn't get a "sorry but we ran out green beans so we subbed for broccoli." Nope. He just got what he got. Not sure if the server had a grudge against him for some reason but there was no explanation for the difference. For dessert, I got a cheesecake. How could that go wrong? There was NO graham cracker crust!!!!! ALL CHEESE and some sliced strawberries. I understand the world of customer service. If it's busy, just tell me I'm sorry we're a little busy today but rest assured we're working as fast as possible. Give acknowledgment. We didn't get acknowledgment, the food was mediocre or less, and the cocktails were as if they were alcohol free. NOT WORTH YOUR MONEY. Two regrets: coming to this restaurant and not taking pictures of the food. read more

After attending an event in the Warehouse District, my friends and I wanted to have a nice sit down dinner that was quintessential New Orleans, in a quiet setting. We wanted something more substantial than Cochon Butcher, and my friends wanted a restaurant that had more offerings than the limited menu at Cochon. Enter Annunciation just a couple blocks away. We walked in for our dining reservations and liked that there were several tables seated, but the restaurant wasn't noisy and loud, and we liked the ambiance. The menu offered just enough variety for everyone at our table. The drink menu is very unique and I enjoyed the lemon champagne. I paired that with their gumbo, and Brie and oysters. I wasn't particularly hungry enough to order a full entree and what I ordered hit the spot. A perfect spot to enjoy dinner if you're in the area! read more

Annunciation - Delicious oysters and Brie - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The fish and soft-shelled crab were fabulous. The service was good, and the atmosphere was nice

The ambiance is fantastic but the food prep is mediocre. More fried and less flavorful than it used to be.

Waiter was horrible and rude. Food came out super fast which indicated that everything was pre cooked that morning. Anything that was fried was from old grease and burned. Plating was horrible... oysters Rockefeller was a disgrace to New Orleans cuisine. All around bad food and bad service. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone read more

Food was good but nothing special. I've had better at other similar restaurants. The food was worth the price.

What started out to be a Birthday Celebration for one of my girlfriends, turned out to be something that you would expect in a Dirty, greasy Diner! The food and drinks were Great! The waiter for our table was Arrogant & borderline rude! I am grateful that we had completed our dinner, before one the ladies encountered Two large Rats running across her foot while waiting to use the restroom. After that encounter, the Rats ran from the back of the Restaurant to the Main Dining Room and disturbed the remaining Patrons! The reaction by the Staff was even more disturbing. The bartender remarked that this was "New Orleans". The rest of the staff had little or no reaction, as this were a daily occurrence. Even though the food and drinks were great, I can't imagine ever dining there again! read more

It's a pandemic. So we are trying to eat at our local restaurants once a week, to do our part to support our precious New Orleans eating scene... and we are trying to be forgiving. But-- Do not go to this restaurant. The food is awful, the service is terrible and the ambiance (we were upstairs) is unhappy. Spend your money somewhere else, in this town of deserving places. You want details? We had the baked oysters which were like fancy feast... puréed boudin with i don't even know what. We did not eat them. A trio of salads called Goute (?) that tasted like nothing but mayonnaise. I love mayonnaise. But this was gross. And the fired chicken and dumplings-- that was good! That's why they get a star here! The eggplant boat was a big chunk of food stuck on w plate with absolute indifference to presentation and nothing else on the plate-- for $32. The waiter was straight up rude and did not once ask if we wanted another drink or how our food was. I was ready for another drink mid-meal but he never asked. My sweet partner, tolerant of all things and places (including me) says he would give it one star and that it was terrible. Seriously go somewhere else. read more

Annunciation - The bread was so hard it crumbled - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Had a very nice meal here on Valentine's Day. The complimentary glass of champagne was a nice surprise, and the service (waiter) was just wonderful. My husband loved the veal dish that he had but I had a trout dish that was presented in a very bland white gravy- like sauce. Overall I found the restaurant fare good but in this area where there are so many incredible restaurants I probably wouldn't put it on the top of my list to return to. read more

We live nearby and this is the second time we've gone in to request outdoor seating, which the maitre'd said they don't have staff to support (understood). But when we asked if we could sit at the table right beside the bar -- BY THE BAR -- he said, "No, because I would not be comfortable with that." I said we'd order at the bar, take our drinks to the table, take our food to the table and he said, "No. You may sit at the bar, and only at the bar." This was a Monday night, and it wasn't busy. I am disappointed. I don't think it's worth looking at this place again. There are so many other good restaurants within a stone's throw of this place. read more

I can confidently say that Annunciation is now on my list of must-visit restaurants when my out of town friends come to visit! The ambience, service, and food were all incredible. Our waiter, James, was super friendly and very knowledgeable about everything on the menu. His gulf fish recommendation was perfect, and his advice to add jumbo shrimp to the dish really set up apart. We also got an order of their baked oysters and brussel sprouts, both of which were spectacular. Our cocktails were also perfect every time! This place is truly a hidden gem in the warehouse district. read more

We just had a great Coolinary meal at Annunciation. I started with an excellent bowl of turtle soup. I had the best stuffed flounder I've ever had. It had a wonderful smokey stuffing and was perfectly cooked. It also came with a beurre blanc that was light and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. The current crepes were also delicious. Carlos our server was terrific. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are in New Orleans. read more

Annunciation - Stuffed Flounder with asparagus, potatoes and beurre blanc. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

My daughter and I stoped in during a girls trip based off of a friends recommendation. We loved it. Food was delicious and service was wonderful. We will definitely be back. read more

Dined here last night. Great relaxed, simple atmosphere. Waitress was helpful and friendly. Bread was warm and fresh, perfect. Shrimp Remoulade was excellent. Shrimp were plump and so fresh! Chicken Bonne Femme was out of this world, chicken and potatoes perfectly crisp on the outside. Julia Child used to make this dish! Gravy/broth was full of flavor. I've never had better chicken. Pasta primavera was very good, as was the drum fish and veal fettuccine alfredo. Tomato basil soup was also very good. We ate every last bite. The food took a little time to arrive, but the chef was working alone and with great attention to detail. I'm so glad we found this gem. Compliments to the chef. If we ever visit NOLA again, we will return. read more

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Fantastic food but even better bar tending staff. One particular bartender had visually stunning tattoos on his arms in multiple languages regarding his favorite drinks to make. Very knowledgeable and made a great old fashioned. The 3 course meal is where it is at with the beet salad, seared ahi tuna, and the chocolate walnut cake with ice cream. read more

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This is a charming space with a very friendly wait staff. The ambience is both rustic and modern. The food was excellent-highly recommend the oysters Rockefeller and the shrimp etouffee. Also the bananas foster bread pudding was the perfect desert. Special thanks to G for taking extra good care of us. read more

During my visit I had the Boudin Balls and the Shrimp Etoufee. The Boudin balls were amazingly seasoned and cooked great! Unfortunately, I didn't have the same experience with the Shrimp Etoufee, the shrimp were over cooked and had a funny taste to them. The wait time was very long due to several parties, however our server was very attentive and provided great service. When I visit again I would love to go back for the Boudin Balls alone!!! read more

The evening began well however it ended with a bad taste in my mouth, literally. We had a party of 6. We began with drinks which none of us had an issue with. Then began the downhill disasters. First, it took our waiter forever to return to take our dinner orders. Once our first course came out, some ordered salad, some ordered gumbo; the salad was just ok, the gumbo was lukewarm, should have been hotter. Then we waited even longer for our entrees to arrive. I ordered the lamb chops which arrived cold, had to send it back. My second plate did not look like the first plate pictured and those who ordered the fish commented it was dry and was served with a big piece of potato. Needless to say We were not impressed. The manager came over to our table to apologize for the delays in our service and offered to discount our meals, which we appreciated. The tiramisu I ordered for dessert, did not arrive with the other desserts so I ended up taking it home, which left a bad taste in my mouth. I wanted so much to enjoy this dining experience, however I don't believe I'll be returning. read more

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Not a bad thing to say about this place! We sat down and immediately felt freezing air blowing on us and our waitress turned up the temp immediately to accommodate us. The apps, cocktails, wine list & entrées were all phenomenal and we loved the modern dining experience that isn't so common in NOLA. read more

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Have mercy!!!! How does this place not have a line out the door?!? We walked in after calling ahead so we wouldn't have to wait long. Got seated right away and the General Manager, Cody, ended up waiting on us just because he likes to "get in the trenches" more every now and then. He was great! But the food.... THE FOOD!!!!!! We started with Oysters Rockefeller which we have had at many other places but this was like none other!!! Then I had the gulf fish and my signif had the tuna. Both were out of this world!! Truly out of this world amazing! Then we finished with the banana pudding creme brûlée. HAVE MERCY!!! For drinks we had the southern smash and the old fashioned. So good! The host was also just the sweetest and came over to converse when he wasn't busy. We will DEFINITELY be back the next time we are in New Orleans!! read more

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The waiter was obnoxious, and the food was terrible. The worse part was that one of the dinners was too salty for my daughter to eat. The owner came by and was very apologetic and said that the chef tends to over spice the food. We got the bill, and they did not remove the charge for the dinner. I complained on line, and they invited us back for a free dinner. The problem is that we were just visiting from Virginia, which didn't seem to matter because I never heard back. read more

We were treated to a holiday luncheon last week by our travel consultant. We only get to see her in a relaxed setting once a year, so it's always a festive event. Here's what went down: Drinks - great combos, strangely executed. The ginger smash was absent of anything remotely sweet, leaving a medicinal quality on the palate. The Blanche duBois screamed for more sparkles, but left me flat. Food - the star of the show were the oysters - fried, sitting atop cooked spinach and a dollop of melted brie. While I'm not a fan of seafood and cheese, this was a tasty combo. The other options? Duck livers & toast - I imagined a house-made pate arriving to the table. Instead, chunks of liver with one piece of french bread. Not designed for sharing in the least. Crab Salad - hearty portion - enough as an entree, slathered in remoulade sauce, so the lovely crabmeat was lost. Drum & Catfish entrees - the fish was cooked well, but the sides were mundane and some seemed to be missing. Seafood Fettuccine - a total miss. Just a big plate of pasta, a few shrimp, and what seemed to be the same remoulade sauce heated and tossed. Shrimp salad - here's the remoulade sauce again, but the shrimp were coated correctly, and it was a good sized portion. I did like the deviled egg as a bit of lagniappe with the seafood salads. Desserts? Sucre peppermint gelato with a drizzle of chocolate Icebox lemon cheesecake/pie Coconut cream pie They were a hit for anyone at the table. Service - our waitress was lovely and informative. She knew what and when we wanted things. The maitre'd was over-the-top with unsolicited information about his life and too many trips to the table to serenade us. I kept waiting for pass-the-hat. It really put a damper to our time together. I don't know if I will be back anytime soon, but too many aspects of my meal weren't up to par with the level we paid for this lunch. read more

Amazing food with excellent service. Loved the atmosphere. Get the boudin balls and bread pudding. My wife loved her sesame crusted tuna and my pompano was delicious. read more

Visiting Louisiana, it was refreshing to try a different take on classic Louisiana dishes. The gumbo was excellent, but the real treat was the blackened drum fish of the day. It was very well seasoned and perfectly flaky. Everything that my husband and I tried was absolutely delicious. The dishes all had a wonderful blend of flavors that set them apart from offerings from similar Southern/Cajun restaurants. Amazing food with excellent service. Loved the atmosphere. Get the boudin balls and please save room for the divine bread pudding. read more

This might have been the best duck I've ever had. It was crispy and fall off the bone tender. I couldn't get enough! The restaurant itself is beautiful and small enough to be intimate but definitely not cramped. The team there is super friendly and gives great recommendations from cocktails to dessert. They can also give you a lesson in tying a bow tie! read more

Well let's see before I went to Annunciation I was really excited.. I saw on their facebook page, Description Fine Dining without feeling fussy... Reservations recommended to avoid disappointment, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings. Had two friends in town, one all the way from Italy so we wanted to have a good dinner, the four of us had a 9 pm reservation which is not to bad. We arrived a few minutes early and they had us seated by 9:45 pm. I did not remember all of the menu but I know we started with the Veal Sweetbreads with Gnocchi, Pancetta and Mushrooms, the fried oysters topped with brie and the crab claws, which were all nice.. but nothing amazing. Then the turn downward started, the four of us wanted to try alot of things on the menu because we have heard alot of good things about Steven Manning and since he came from Clancy's we just expected it to be good. We told the waiter that we wanted to try a few different things and to bring them in stages so we could all sample them and we ordered the, (2 ) Fried Soft Shell Crab with Crabmeat Meuniere Sauce. Crabmeat, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto Angel Hair Pasta with fried oysters, Sauteed Black Drum with Crabmeat, Coconut Milk and Jasmine Rice, Veal Oscar, Veal Annunciation and the Slow roasted Pork Shoulder with Sweet Onion Relish. We had one more but I cannot remember what it was. We told him we wanted to start with a nice white wine for the first dishes they would send out and it came out quickly and was nice. A few minutes later he came out and told us they were out of soft shell crabs : ( so we just added another dish. Five minutes later all 8 entrees came out at the SAME time.. they were nice to give us each a 6 inch plate so we could smash all the items together like at a buffet. The risotto was hard, a few of the dishes were cold and some just did not have much flavor, or it could have just blended into all the other dishes that were crammed onto my plate. And of course only had that one bottle of wine, not the 3 that we were hoping to have over a nice 2 hour dinner. I have to admit that the Maitre d and the GM were both great about the situation and I would have to guess that the waiter just was overwhelmed with the order. So... maybe it might we worth another chance in the future... not sure : ( read more

My parents and I went to Annunciation last night, and all and all I would say it was a very good experience. Neither mind-blowing, nor awful. Just very good. I throw in the 'very' for our waiter's professional and gracious service. Positives were: --a fun welcome by a very dapperly-dressed maitre d'. He let us choose our own table in a near-full dining room and I thought that was really great. He was also very present during the meal. --gorgeous jumbo-lump blanketed in basil green goddess dressing, truly delicious --my drum, in a coconut curry sauce that had delicous depth and super good rice alongside (I really wanted MORE than i was given) --reaaally tender and perfectly cooked hangar steak with golden cubes of crispy hash potatoes on red wine bordelaise --our server, who handled the complaints we had very gracefully. Some of the less than desirable experiences came from issues arising, I believe, from lack of FOH training, and some carelessness and sloppy work in the kitchen: the chopped vegetable salad was unimaginative, the romaine was cut in such a way that eating it was messy and awkward, the ricotta salata may as well haven't been there for all the flavor it added, and there was an overabundance of red bell pepper.* --the runners were obviously a bit ill-trained. They did not know position numbers, and the plates were dropped with no finesse whatsoever i.e. collision with dishes already on table and a swift departure thereafter. --my mother's pork shoulder was very dry and not very well seasoned. She had an enormous mound of rice and black eyed peas on the plate that were also extremely bland. She sent the plate back and got the hangar steak --once everyone was finished eating, we sat in front of dirty plates for a LONG time**. The maitre d' made another appearance, inquiring as to whether we were finished, but then said, "I'll go get your server for you." I guess he didn't want to get his suit dirty. --The sweetbreads were not crispy and the gnocchi they were with were very similar in texture. Namely, mushy. ---the budino, which is one of my most faaavorite things in New Orleans, was really grainy. The lack of that lush, silken texture ruined the experience of it, and I had ordered it just because I wanted to leave on a good note! So that is that. It was a grab bag of experiences that made for an alright time. Other things I'd like to comment on aside from the above are there is a lot of crab meat on this menu and crabmeat is good. He uses the best. There's no mistake. The man is a master of sauces and dressings. Aside from the salad above, all were soooo very good. This place is a good thing getting going. Neither wine nor cocktail was part of this experience, so I cannot comment on the offerings. *this may be biased, but I'll continue to mention it in my reviews. I am not a big fan of this particular vegetable, and I find it to be overpowering in any amount in a dish. Manning uses it a lot. Just like he did at Clancy's. Which has always been my one complaint about Clancy's, e.g. its presence in their marinated crab claws, a number of salads I've had there, and almost all my fish garnishes. Again, that is biased. **Again, possibly biased because I am a server, but this is a MAJOR pet peeve of mine. I detest it. read more

Annunciation is a neighborhood gem, with comfort food done simply. Bon jour, Annunciation! The renovated, Warehouse District location's decor has been freshened up, but keeps true to it's classic bones with an almost French nod. From the vanilla walls, exposed brick, long white stone topped bar, a wine room encased in glass, to the old school house lights to the French bar music (which could be louder, and on more consistently), one can watch the scene in mirror running the length of the restaurant in the main room. The art is black and white canvases, Motherwell style. Rosemary sprigs on white tablecloths with little candles flickering make for a romantic night out with my beau. We feel compelled to order Champagne on a Thursday night, c'est no? As the setting is just right, so is the staff, all in bow ties. Our waiter is sincere, and funny, attentive and not obtrusive, which is appreciated, as we ponder over our next French escape. The menu is far from Nola, with touches of French, Indian fusion. I appreciate all the seafood and a bounty of vegetables. We opt for watermelon salad with thyme and goat cheese, on a bed of dark red chicory type lettuce. It's fresh. Next up is the crab and lobster risotto. The crab is so fresh, you taste the sea. The risotto is done perfectly, not lumpy, sticky, overdone or gluey. Instead, it is creamy, not too cheesy or laden with butter, and the right consistency, chock full of crustacean. We try so many of the vegetable side dishes, all are done nicely. For dessert, we debate over the chocolate pot de creme, and the chef's famous lemon ice box pie, similar to key lime but icey cold almost frozen. The tender, butterycrust and lemony topping is just right. This new Annunciation is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. We can't wait to stroll back in, but warning, you may want to make a reservation! The word is getting out. read more

Hard to have a bad meal in New Orleans. Impossible to have a bad meal here. Nice atmosphere. You can bring clients or a date. Staff is very professional and friendly. Willing to make any dish in anyway that will make you happy. Hash brown brussel sprouts a fav. Great gumbo and wonderful pan searched chicken. I will be back. read more

We LOVED this restaurant - the best we experienced in the 3 nights in NOLA for a trade show. Granted, we (a party of 6) had a wait, but the friendly, over-the-tip manager kept his word, and we were seated within 15 min of our reservation. The meals were outstanding, especially my shrimp etouffe. The service was spotty, but so worth it. read more

Well, it can be hard to find, but there is such a thing as a bad meal in New Orleans. I had one here. The food is, in a word, disappointing. There were red flags, to be sure. For example, the waitress, who described every item on the menu for us (unprompted), including the mixed greens salad, explained that one dish starts with a roux that has lots of garlic and green onions. But, don't worry, she told us, it doesn't taste like garlic or onions. My question: why not? Where did they go? It turns out, they just cook everything until there's no flavor left. Every single dish was bland and flavorless. The turtle soup was terrible. The fried oysters with brie tastes, somehow, of neither oyster, nor fried, nor brie! The drum tasted like white rice (on which it was served). Now, the service was, to boot, curious. The waitress talked our ears off but somehow managed to be as slow as possible. It took a while for drinks and wine to arrive. Dishes were places on the table long before the silverware. I just have no idea what was going on here. Bad food, mediocre service. For the price, this is a definitely skippable place. Go to any of the other restaurants in the area. read more

Last night's culinary adventure found us at Annunciation. I have been wanting to dine here for a few years now. We just had to find a reason. So, last night I booked us a reservation and off we went. Upon arrival, we were quickly seated by the warm and friendly staff and handed a wonderfully creative drink menu. I was amazed by the different creations of cocktail wizardry. But tonight, we were here for the food. Although I may return one day to just visit the bar and sample some of these crafty concoctions. The dining room was comfortable and clean. The wait staff informed and professional. The menu was not cluttered but provided a diverse selection that could please any pallet. I felt it displayed the diversity of Chef Jacob Cureton's experience. I could tell right away that this was going to be pitched right to my sweet spot. My eyes immediately focused on the Chicken Andouille Gumbo, and the Shrimp Etouffée. These are two staples every Cajun American was raised on and loves. This is what my Grandmother cooked. This is what is in my freezer that I pull out when company comes over. So, I immediately felt right at home. But we decide on the Fried Oysters on Spinach topped with Brie. My date, a Shrimp Remoulade Salad to start. The Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna, and my date ordered The Seared New York Strip for our main courses. The appetizers arrived with in a reasonable length of time. A reasonable length being just enough time to have and finish an enjoyable conversation. If you're in a hurry. I recommend telling your wait staff up front or choose somewhere that has fast food. This is dining. It's to be enjoyed. It's the experience. So on to the food. The Oysters put me off for a second, "What? Only four of them?" But they were delicately fried. Very delicious. The flavors of the brie and spinach complemented well. But something in my mind kept telling me it needs some smokiness. Maybe some bacon? But to each his own. I can find something wrong with anything if I wanted to. So, I'm in no way complaining. It was very good. But maybe 6 oysters and throw a piece of bacon under the oyster. Just thinking out loud. The Shrimp Remoulade Salad was fresh and tasty. The well sized and placed shrimp with just the perfect amount of Remoulade to compliment. No room for improvement there. The main course, "Smack! It's a homerun!" I don't know how else to describe it. Perfectly cooked very fresh tuna, beautifully presented, a delicious melt of flavors. My dates steak was exactly what she wanted, cooked to perfection. The Creole Fried Rice served under my Tuna was interesting. It was almost like a meatless Jambalaya. Except the meat was not missing. It was the Tuna on top. While I was raving over the Steel Sauce and Sweet Potato Hot Sauce. My date was raving about her brown butter hollandaise. All well prepared and thought out to complement each dish. The deserts sounded delicious. But we opted out since I had a chocolate cake I baked waiting at home. I highly recommend Annunciation. It was a pleasure dining there and we will come again. Yum! read more

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Loved! After a grueling 4-day conference, I was the last of my compadres in town. As is my wont when dining solo, I found a place with a great, quiet bar, Annunciation, this charming old building just a 3 block walk from the Hilton Garden Inn. From start to finish, the food and service were warm and personal. The friendly bartender made a mean Sazerac and chatted with me about her NY past and NOLA present. The executive chef stopped at the bar to say hello to me and we also talked about our Louisiana roots. He and his team delivered elevated - yet home-feeling - cooking - the Veal Annunciation, Cooked to perfection and served over pasta and a perfectly seasoned herby Alfredo sauce. Absolutely what my non-cardiologist Dr ordered after a long few days away from home. Thanks for taking me in for a meal, Annunciation! Hope to be back soon. read more

Service was bad. New server, 1 week on the job, was never given any training about any of the drinks or food items on the menu. When we pointed out to the manager that the server needs the opportunity to get to know the menu items, he replied that our table will pay for it. Bad joke maybe, bad management certainly. They should have solid staff training in place for white table cloth attitude and prices. read more

came here after hearing great reviews! was super excited to try it. we walked over from our hotel located across from the convention center. waited a bit for a hostess to greet us and seat us, which is fine. after being in NOLA and eating a weeks worth of seafood, I wanted a steak. I ordered the filet special and ordered it Medium Rare and the waiter replied, "rare" and I said "no, medium rare" and he said "rare" again, not sure if he was implying that maybe they over cook meat there. that was twice I said "medium rare" and my co-worker heard me. my dinner came out and this steak still had a heart beat and I wasn't comfortable eating it- only ate the very outside. the brabant potatoes were hard in the middle. our waiter never came back to our table, and no one checked on us during our meal. I am also a bartender so I understand the service industry but this was unacceptable. all my red flags were checked. will not recommend this place or be returning when I come back here for work. read more

My wife and I went last night on 7/7/14. Made reservations and were seated promptly upon arrival. The interior is quite nice and clean. Very modern with dim lighting for dinner. Not overly noisy even with a full dinning room. Decent cocktail menu, not very elaborate or lengthy but some nice feature cocktails. Extensive wine selection. Their take on a Pimm's Cup was very good. The food was very good. The oyster appetizer was very good. The shrimp remoulade was nice too. I had the pork shoulder served over grits and was extremely pleased with the portion size and taste. It was incredible how ever the presentation, while clean was a little muddled. It was just a brown slab of meat and gravy over white grits. Would not kill them to put some color on the plate. My wife had the lobster risotto and it was cooked perfectly. I was surprised by how much lobster was actually in the dish and I really appreciate that when you order a $25 plate of risotto that they make it worth the money. We both had a bundito for desert which was like heaven served in a wine glass. Over all we had a wonderful experience here. I really wish more fine dinning restaurants would take a page from Annunciation's book and be more liberal in terms of portion size. We love eating fine dinning and are unofficial foodies and I have no problem shelling out $100 - $200 for a meal, but I hate to leave still hungry. At Annunciation I really could have done without appetizers and still been satisfied. read more

Love the staff! Great people, great food This was a real surprise, of course you can't get a bad meal in this town, but some are better then others. This place is better then others and the price is a real bargain. There were four of us and everyone raved about their entire, apps were very good - sweetbreads were best I've ever had. They pour a nice cocktail also I especially love 4 star quality rating restaurants with 2 dollar price ratings - Great Value. I read Russell's review from the 19th of December. - - - I say "bullshit". Here's an example: Central Grocery is not the best Resturant in all of Nola it just has the best Muffuletta in town, don't leave town without stopping for a muffuletta at central grocery. To say there's other and better restaurants is missing the point. I love all the best that Nola has to offer (Anton's, Galatorie's, Commanders Palace, Mr B's, Palace Cafe, August, etc etc) Annunciation isn't the very best Resturant in all of the Nola restaurants- it's just really good, fun, and a lovely experience. You should go here. read more