We absolutely love Luke! It's one of those places we never miss on a trip to New Orleans. The…read moreoysters are always incredibly fresh and delicious--they truly never miss. A dozen oysters and a happy hour cocktail at Luke is something we plan for every time we're in the city. The atmosphere is lively and fun without being overly loud or crowded-feeling, and the staff is always wonderful. It's the perfect place to settle in, enjoy great oysters and a cocktail, and soak up a little New Orleans energy. One of our favorite traditions and a must every visit!

The customer service was great, the food was good. Like I said in all my food post for New Orleans,…read moreyou can literally walk down any single street and turn into any restaurant and find some amazing food. This restaurant was very unique. They have these really cool boars head mounted to the wall. I asked the waitress if that was Luke. She said it wasn't. The food here is very good, I went with this pork dish, quite good, the gumbo was phenomenal. That was probably my favorite along with the dessert. Are waitresses from the United Kingdom. I joke with her a bit regarding the Bland food that she came from now she's in the epicenter for some of the most amazing season food in the world. The customer service was great, she had a great attitude, and the food came out promptly. This is a very unique restaurant serving up some amazing dishes. Easy five star review.

Had wanted to try a few times in the past but we never had made reservations and it was always…read morebooked, fortunately we planned ahead this time, because it didn't disappoint. The service was great and super friendly, it was my partners birthday and multiple people stopped at the table to wish him a happy birthday. The ambiance of the restaurant was great and intimate dining experience, the details of the baby breath in the linen, loved it. Food suggestions from the waiter were spot on, we were both very happy with the choices. This entree was light but packed full of flavor. Definitely a place to try for something a little different in the quarter.

Everything was extremely well done even though the flavours are heavier than I'm used to. Rice…read morepudding was was too decadent for me

Our Uber driver told us he has brought many people to N7 and showed us the door to enter…read more The restaurant wins on ambiance. We sat outside and even though it was a very warm day, it was comfortable. Sarah A was our server and she took great care of us. The food was all amazing. I loved the Beet Salad, the charcuterie board was perfect and the Pavlova was amazing.

Went to N7 for my friend's birthday dinner and the first thing I have to say is WOW at the…read moreatmosphere! From the moment you walk through the gate, it feels like you've been transported into this hidden, magical garden. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, but the garden is definitely the star of the show. I also didn't realize before going that N7 is a French restaurant and wine bar, with a pretty extensive selection of wines. I was doing Sober June, so no wine for me, but I had a mocktail that was absolutely delicious. I ordered the fish of the day and gave it a solid 9/10. I honestly don't remember what kind of fish it was , but the flavor was definitely there! My only complaint was the portion, I could've used a little more on that plate. Everyone at our table really enjoyed their food, though. Also, keep in mind that the menu changes frequently, including larger seasonal changes, so I would definitely check the menu before you go if you have your heart set on something specific. And a huge shoutout to Ladarian! He really made sure we had a great experience. He was knowledgeable about the food, drinks, and pretty much every random question we threw his way. Overall, such a delightful birthday dinner and one of those restaurants you go to for the entire experience, not just the food. My ratings: Food: 9/10 Drinks: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Atmosphere: 20/10

You know those places that feel like an institution ,something you just have to visit as a tourist…read more New Orleans has plenty of them, and this one definitely comes across as one of the originals. We found a seat, ordered our drinks, and had a great time once they arrived. The space could have been better maintained- floors were noticeably soiled with spilled drinks and napkins, and there didn't seem to be much effort to clean up during our visit. The drinks themselves were excellent. I had a French 75, and my husband ordered a Sazerac. We also got some fries to go along with our drinks since we were bar hopping and not planning a full meal. The fries were good and paired nicely with the cocktails.Service was generally fine, but overall the cleanliness and upkeep of the space took away slightly from the experience, which is a shame given the reputation of the place.

Exactly as they say it is... Service is fantastic, drinks, well prepared and the food ... Mind you…read morewe had the bar menu and it was devine!! We had the crab claws (cold dish) and potatoe fry puffs lol that's not the official names but they were tasty. The drinks we had customized but well worth it and the service was quick and effective

Lovely meal! My partner and I had a reservation here while visiting NOLA. The restaurant is…read moreattached to a hotel. The space is modern, yet cozy and warm. Service was friendly and attentive at all times. Our server was super helpful while deciding what to oder. We did a la carte. Started with the pig ears, which were flavorful and crispy. Then we shared the market salad - didn't expect to enjoy this one as much as we did! The pork belly was super tender and not too fatty. We also loved the curry and market fish as our entrees. Would definitely recommend checking it out!

Came for the Coolinary menu. Nice choices. Everything else is ala carte…read more By all means get the buttermilk biscuits served with regular butter and bacon butter! $8 for two. I got grilled peach on sort of a collard green goddess dressing. It sounds weird but was excellent. Husband got green salad. Generous portion. For entree I got drilled snapper with tomatoes and okra. It was perfectly cooked. Husband got goat curry. He wasn't wild about it. It was very peppery and very salty. Would have been better served with rice and maybe plantains to mellow it out. Also, it was $40. I got pineapple upside down cake with a small scoop of lemongrass ice cream. The cake was a little dry but the ice cream fantastic. Service very good. Water and tea refilled often. The person who checked us in was sullen and didn't crack a smile on entrance or exit. Not the right person for the job. The manager came and checked on us which is a nice touch. Our server was terrific. However I wish people wouldn't say, "Are you still working on this?" It's not a project! Instead, "Are you still enjoying this?" sounds much nicer. Not the restaurant's fault at all but I was appalled at how slovenly some of the diners dressed. Cut off shorts, tank tops, baseball caps. Perhaps they are hotel guests. It's just unfortunate people don't put more effort into dressing nicely at a good restaurant. It's not Waffle House! Bill was $140 not including drinks. A little steep. There is a 4% "kitchen fee" applied. At least they put that on the menu so not a surprise. I always thought tips were shared with the kitchen anyway. I deducted 4% from my usual 20% tip. Atmosphere very pretty with nice sound track. Gorgeous plants out front. Full bar, some people eating at bar.

We made a reservation and wanted to rush in especially since we heard they were closing. I'm really…read morenot sure why we needed reservations especially since the restaurant was only about 40% occupied. Our waitress was nice and attentive for the most part. She was a bit chatty but still nice. The menu wasn't extensive at all. The waitress did a good job at selling many of the menu options. I initially had the chicken with carrots and brussel sprouts. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and flavored well. The chicken however was very dry. When the waitress asked how it was, I told her how dry it was and she immediately bright me something else, which was the fish and chips. The fish was hot, crispy, and cooked to perfection. It was tender, however it lacked flavor and seasoning. I asked for hot sauce but never received it. I finally decided to ask for a to go box to take the remaining piece home. The chips "fries" were great. They were freshly cut real potato fries. They were hot and seasoned well. My significant other had the shrimp and grits which he thoroughly enjoyed. As an appetizer we had the salad. Seemed simple and basic enough but was actually very good. I'm unsure of the dressing it was tossed in but it was just enough and well flavored. We skipped on dessert. We considered the cookie plate but since nobody could tell us what kind of cookies they were, so we decided to pass. The best part about our dining experience was the ambiance. The music was nice and the decor was vibrant and swanky . I also had a mocktail flavored with pineapple, jalapeno, lime, mint, and cilantro. It was refreshing. I'm glad we had a chance to check it out before closing but I can honestly say there was no "WOW" factor and likely I wouldn't have been in a hurry to come back.

It has taken awhile for me to get to Justine, because I'm such a fan of its colleague, La Petite…read moreGrocery, I often end up there. A mistake. Justine is special. The room is amazing. The service so friendly, and efficient. And the food, double wows, creative, ton of flavors, nothing out of place. So glad I finally made it, for Easter Sunday brunch no less. We started with cocktails, solid and refreshing. The small plates with fun--beignets with a great sauce and shrimp remoulade that was different in its white remoulade but truly fresh chilled shrimp. Outstanding. We went different ways on the mains, with a brilliant fish and chips plus the breakfast plate. So well prepared--devoured both. Justine is now firmly on my French Quarter list!

I was on a serious hunt for GREAT gumbo in New Orleans. And my first stop would be at a…read moremuch-praised Uptown spot on Magazine Street, La Petite Grocery. I'd previously sampled great bites from Chef/Owner Justin Devillier (2016 James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: South) at a guest dinner in Charleston, as well as from Exec Chef Joseph Tiedmann at a Farm Dinner in West Palm Beach. But this was my first visit to "the mother ship", housed in a historic century-old building. I decided to start with the Fried Gulf Oysters - Sofrito Purée, Chowchow & Pickled Sweet Peppers, and was glad I did. There's no shortage of oyster dishes in NOLA, and this was a big winner. Next up, when in the South, why not order Fried Green Tomatoes - Burrata, Country Ham & Oregano? Another terrific plate, perhaps the best FGT dish I've had! Finally, my "target dish" arrived, the Shrimp & Okra Gumbo with Andouille, Collard Greens & Popcorn Rice. Really, really good. Very dark roux, as I like, and with plenty of seafood flavor, but more depth as well. Definitely one of the best gumbos I've ever enjoyed. I was happy to visit La Petite Grocery at lunch, where they offer up the full menu available for dinner too, of course. Highly recommended, and I can't wait to return to try much much more.

Well started off great then just sizzled out…read more The tropical flip was a refreshing island oasis for the tongue, perfect to start with. The fried goat was great and savory almost like marrow. Wish the cheese was a little crunchier on outside for some contrast but enjoyed. The rabbit was almost tasteless. The mildest I've had and even the batter lacked flavor. Disappointing. All the accompaniments had all the flavor and were good. Especially the schnitzel noodles. The chocolate tart was a miss. Not like a Twix as someone mentioned. Almost impossible to stick your spoon through and I work out. Seriously shouldn't have to struggle that much. Needs a more flavorful crust, less caramel and more chocolate. They should rename this to caramel tart. The bday ice cream was fantastic and probably saved them from a 3 star review from me so I didn't have to leave on a negative note. The espresso wand was caked with milk froth which should never be. They did clean it but makes me think they don't clean after each pull. Should never see that.

Located in The Four Seasons on the 5th floor, this hidden gem overseas The Mississippi River…read more Absolutely loved the food, ambiance and service! Our table tender was attentive, had a great personality and loved how caring she was when my friend showed discomfort. She noticed immediately and asked if she could do anything to make it better! One of the reasons why I'm coming back. Now, let's get to the food! We ordered the crabcakes and baked feta as our appetizers, a medium rare ribeye and the special which was the lobster radiatore as our entrees. Everything was DELICIOUS. Every bite was savored and felt. My favorite were the crabcakes. It had a kick to it so if you don't like spice, I would opt for a different appetizer. The baked feta was also spicy. Steak was cooked to perfection. We tasted the rosemary w/ garlic and I'm not complaining. Lastly, the lobster radiatore. It was creamy and packed with a punch. It was spicy, had a strong lobster presence and just overall a great entree to pair w the steak!

My group and I came to chemin à la mer on a Monday at around 8:30 and got sat right away. The…read morerestaurant was practically empty, except for a couple of businessmen who looked like they planned a dinner and meeting combo, lol. But that on top of the emptiness makes sense with the location, hotel, day and time. Pam took care of us and was a joy as our server. She knew the menu very well and was able to answer all our questions on top of being helpful and productive throughout our visit. We had the skirt steak and king Salmon with a side of fries and stuffed potatoes. The skirt steak was cooked to medium and it was amazingg! Pam asked how I'd like it cooked and suggested it to be cooked at medium rare. I couldn't do that since I'm barely starting to get used to my steaks being cooked at medium, but it was still absolutely delicious. The sauce that was glazed on top, as well as the seasoning of the steak killed it!! The salmon was also delicious. Very flavorful. The stuffed potatoes were ok, we liked their side of fries more than that. Drinks were tasty and refreshing. Worth the price. We also got dessert, a chocolate cake and apple pie. I wasn't expecting to like the apple pie, but wow was that good! And the chocolate cake isn't just any boring cake. Once you break the cake, a chocolaty liquid melts out onto your plate, it was perfection. The restaurant itself is beautiful. They're located on the 14th (if I'm not mistaken) floor and have the best location for beautiful views of downtown New Orleans and the waterfront. I'm still thinking about that special sauce on the skirt steak (heart eyes). Thank u for a wonderful dinner!

The food was okay overall the service was slow and we waited a while to get a second drink. They…read morecheck on our food quality after bringing it. My wife ordered a steak Frites well well done and half of her portion slices were medium rare. We started with deviled eggs those were tasty I can recommend that and the shrimp cocktail was good enough. The crab salad was bland it needed something else to liven up the flavor a spoon luck of mayo maybe some pepper or salt. Pepper and salt and all the condiments are on the table which I've never a fan of it. The fine dining restaurants think it means they fancy but this food wasn't fancy the place was nice. The Service needs to be retrained. We ate here because we were seeing the old-fashioned Magic show at Eliza Jane next-door and if you wanna come in for some apps or maybe try or the other entrées I didn't find anything. I really wanted to try because I'm not a big fan of French food I guess I should've tried the duck. There may be some good food here, but I won't be back till to find out we were both underwhelmed. Hopefully they fix the problems if somebody else gives a better review, but I cannot. We both agree the french fries were good. Ambience is pretty good with their remodeling so the bathroom was like a 5 to 10 minute wait it's only one person at a time and women kept using the men's room because it's only. So I had to wait two times for women to come out. Single serve bathrooms definitely are not adequate, but they're doing the best they can during remodeling.