let this review be a proxy for both the main restaurant and the butcher. James Beard has acknowledged the greatness of Donald Link and the Cochon team, so who am I to add my voice to this disucssion? Well - let me anyway. High quality here - from start to finish. Thoughtful, design forward, excellence everywhere. The Gumbo was unlike anything I could have imagined - dark and rich - a treat. Had the butcher slice me some mortadella - then they plated that with some stone ground mustard and crackers - I'll remember this one for a while. if you get down here - make it your mission to get here. read more

Food was pretty good. Small portions and small plates though. We made a reservation for Saturday night at 7:45 Crocodile bites were 4.5/5 Collard green 3.5/5 Rabbit and dumplings 4/5 Crawfish pie 5/5 Service 5/5 Overall nice restaurant. Great vibes. Fancy. Prob wouldn't come back and recommend. Very mid food read more

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Met a friend for a midday meal at Cochon in the Warehouse District and it hit the mark. Donald Link's Cajun-Southern spot brings top-notch service, a warm and easy vibe for catching up, and big, generous portions, so come hungry. We ate breakfast, but they serve lunch as well. Four stars and a definite go-back when in the area. read more

We books an 8pm reservation for our anniversary dinner. We had excellent service and the food was delish! Shared the steak, boudin balls, grits and kind beans and of course wine. Our server overheard us say happy anniversary and brought us some coconut milk lime sorbet. We brought so much food as left overs but it was all so yummy. Little noisy and very busy. Glad we had a reservation! read more

O erdue review just been busy. However one of the best overall meals in the city for Louisiana comfort food, you also have , boudin, smoked meats, rabbit & dumplings, and fried alligator ... I enjoyed the comfort food away from home..a little on the spicy side for the Pallet but I and My cousin definitely devoured our meal..the macn cheese -was definitely a fav. read more

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For being a *Michelin Star* , we had high expectations. Unfortunately it was just okay. Despite having a reservation, we still had to wait about 20 mins. While our waiter was friendly and the ambiance was nice, it took us over an hour to get our food. We saw people sat after us eating and leaving before we'd even gotten our meals. The waiter admitted the kitchen forgot and put a rush order in. Unfortunately, the food was just "fine." They gave us some complimentary sorbet as an apology, which was nice, but not enough to make up for the experience. Sadly, I wouldn't recommend. read more

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I love to grab a seat at the chef's counter whenever it is possible and I was so glad they had that option here! It's so fun to watch the food come out and chat with the team if they're not too busy. Everything on the menu looks great but I decided to go with the daily specials. The arugula salad was exactly what I needed after a long flight and it was very fresh. Absolutely zero wilted leaves on my plate. Not sure what the dressing was but it balanced with the natural bitterness arugula has and I loved the pecans on top. Do not sleep on the pan seared drum if it's offered as a special! It was absolutely delicious and the vegetables were well dressed. The chocolate crème caramel was also an excellent dessert! It looks like a flan but was more like a thick mousse. read more

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I had a good experience at cochon - The experience was great! The food was just ok though. We stopped in on a Saturday evening. It was pretty hard to get reservations, so plan ahead. We could only get an 8:00 reservation. They were running a bit behind, so we stopped at the bar and had a drink. Their drinks were good! I tried the sour ale, it had a nice unique flavor and fit the vibe of the restaurant. We tried several things from the dinner menu. For apps - we got the fried meat pie and the shrimp and andouille sausage gumbo. The fried meat pie was really delicious! It had nice flavor and the pasty was flaky as well. The gumbo was good, but didn't really blow me away. For entrees I tried the wood smoked gulf fish . It was good, but was a little bit dry unflavorful. I was hoping for a more blackened / seasoned fish, and this was more focused on the flavor of the fish (which is fine, if it wasn't a bit dry). I also tried to cochon, which was pretty delicious. Again it was a little less seasoned than I expected, but the texture and taste of the pork was delicious and made up for it. We got the chocolate parfait for desert & didn't really like the chickory whipped cream (although the mouse was good) But to our surprise the waitress refunded the desert, so it worked out well. Overall, I thought the experience and service was good, but the food was a little lacking read more

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Cochon offers a good variety of southern classics along with some dishes with a modern twist. Some of my favorites included the gator nuggets, which were like a slightly more chewy version of chicken, and the accompanying chili garlic mayo resembled buffalo sauce to me. The chicken gumbo was rich and flavorful, definitely also one of my favorites. The rabbit dumplings were also savory, rich, and the rabbit was very tender. I wasn't a fan of the chicken livers, a tad too rare for my liking, and the lime pie was a bit too sweet. Worth a try, as their prices are relatively decent for what they offer. read more

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For a vegetarian on a work trip - I must say this food was good! The chefs prepared me a vegetarian meal, which I was grateful for. Quick service, nice ambiance. read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Chef prepared vegetarian meal - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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After a trip filled with seafood & oysters, this place was a wonderful taste of meat seasoned beautifully. The staff was so incredibly helpful in walking us through the menu (especially the dishes that we did not know as we are not locals). The food came incredibly fast; maybe a little too much so, but everything we ordered was quite delicious. We were sat in the secondary room which felt a little less cozy - but the first room has a lovely vibe, so I would recommend requesting the front room when making a reservation if possible. read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Must get the chicken liver on toast, oysters and the Mac n cheese ! The Cochon for me was too salty but everything else was wonderful. Service was great, especially when the place was so busy. They were fast and friendly read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Okay, we came here to try it out & bam, it was a hit. The collard greens are on point. We enjoyed EVERY bite. Our server, Lizzy was active however I see it was a team effort. The music & cool art made it very calm & cozy. read more

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Cochon was one of the highlights of our trip to New Orleans. The food was absolutely worth the visit, and everything we ordered was delicious. We had the burger and the ribs, and both were outstanding. The burger was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, while the ribs were incredibly tender and packed with cajun flavor. You can definitely tell they take pride in the quality of their food. The customer service was also excellent. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome without being overbearing. The atmosphere has a great New Orleans vibe--casual, lively, and perfect for enjoying a great meal. If you're visiting the city and looking for a place that's worth the hype, Cochon should definitely be on your list. We'd happily come back the next time we're in town. read more

All hype. Stay away. If you want the hipster experience, this is the place for you. Food is meh and the prices are high. Now, If you want good food that isn't absurdly expensive, maybe try somewhere else. We had their rabbit stew special. Like no rabbit and it was terrible. Their oysters were good. Yeah, I love to write reviews, but frankly, this one isn't worth the time and certainly was not worth the money. Sorry. read more

A warning right off the bat, this is NOT Cochon Butcher, which has a nearly identical name and is right next door. We made that mistake and luckily it didn't cost us too much because Cochon restaurant is also a great meal. The restaurant feels modern and warm with good service to boot. They fit us in as a walk-in group of 10 coming in less than an hour before close with only about a 5 minute wait to turn a table, which we waited at the bar during. For food we ordered the catfish courtbouillon with popcorn rice and a side of bread (complimentary but we asked for more). Our food came out timely and the ordering experience was seamless as we had a very knowledgeable and patient waiter to help us guide the menu. The catfish "stew" was delicious, brimming with savory Cajun flavors; the rice added a nice texture to round out the dish. Likewise, the bread was delicious as well. They didn't charge us for the extra bread either which was very nice of them to do. Cochon Restaurant is a great gateway into the flavors of NOLA, which is why it's fitting it was our first dinner there. Between friendly service and a nice atmosphere, where attention to detail seems to be present, this is a great dining experience for casual nights and group dinners alike. read more

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I heard good things about Cochon so I decided to make this place my first meal coming into New Orleans! It's described as casual fine dining, and I can see it. Coming on a weekday, it was definitely still busy so I opted for bar seats. I had their fried gator bites, chicken and sausage gumbo, and their Cochon. The gator bites was definitely interesting to me as I've never had that before! I haven't had gumbo in this city, but I felt like it was lighter than I'm used to. The cochon is definitely also a new meal for me too! read more

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This was probably our least favorite of the meals we had while in New Orleans. The gumbo was really salty, alligator mushy and chewy, & boudin flavorless. Service was quick and efficient but otherwise not impressed by Cochon at all. I want to come back to try the next door Cochon Butcher - hoping that is a much better dining experience. read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Mac and cheese and fried alligator - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Firstly, it is important to make reservations. I made last minute reservations at 10 PM on a Friday. We tried to come earlier, but they were completely booked. There is complementary warm bread with butter. It was as good as Texas roadhouse! I had rabbit and dumplings, macaroni and cheese, and grits. My favorite actually were the grits. They were creamy and buttery. The rabbit and dumplings tasted like a moist turkey dinner. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant for a nice meal. The ambience is also bustling but still lovely. Their chairs were very sturdy, artwork unique, and lighting was warm. read more

Went to Cochon recently for a dinner date with family. I didn't have a reservation because it was a last minute decision to go there. I put our name on the list for an indoor seat but 45 minutes later, we were still seated outside. Our server was friendly and quick, which we appreciated because we were so hungry. We ordered the alligator, oysters (not my fave-lacking flavor), cucumber salad and had bread for appetizers. I had the drum special as my entree and it was delicious! So freaking good. read more

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I wanted to start with service was AMAZING we were warmly greeted by multiple staff. Waitress was incredibly knowledgeable about to menu and gave good recommendations. However, there was an overcrowded table sat right next to us. The staff waiting on the table next to us bumped into the me twice and then said excuse me as if to say me sitting in my chair at my table I was in their way while they waited on a table that was sat way too close with more people than the table was meant for. It was rude to say the least and left me frustrated. The food was okay. The rabbit had not been deboned properly and I was picking out cartilage and small bones from the rabbit. I do want to say that the bread pudding was the best and only I've ever had, I'd come back just for the bread pudding. The boudin balls were not good in my opinion. The gumbo was good. The brisket was amazing, the deviled egg salad was good too. I don't think I'd be back for the foot, but I'd definitely be willing to grab a dessert take away. read more

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Amazing flavors in every bite! Enjoyed the fish, Louisiana cochon, and wood fire oysters in garlic. I could've eaten two orders of the oysters!!! The fish could've been shared between two people if you're ordering a small plate as well. Make reservations so you're not waiting around, it gets very busy around dinner time. Cute space and friendly service. read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - wood fired gulf fish "fisherman's style" and louisiana cochon in the background - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I finally had the chance to eat at Cochon Restaurant, and it was well worth the visit. The food was rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish has its own unique touch without feeling overly complicated. The service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere struck a nice balance between lively and comfortable. It's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and enjoy the meal. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in the area. read more

What we ordered: Fried Alligator Wood Fired Oysters Rabbit and Dumplings 16oz Ribeye Cocktails: 1st Rodeo, old fashioned. The old fashion was delish. 1st rodeo - meh. 4 stars here Atmosphere- Cool vibe. Cool spot. We sat outside of the restaurant and enjoyed watching the people walk by. 5 stars Service - Excellent. Our waiter was top notch. We had a large group of 10. 6 kids (9mo - 10yrs) so he definitely had to be patient with us. He was great! 5 stars here. Food - Fried alligator was different with the garlic mayonnaise. The rabbit and dumplings... very good! Wood fired oysters were just ok. The ribeye was perfectly cooked. 4 stars here. The biggest knock is that this isn't a place that has a very kid friendly menu and there are not many options for kids. Our bill was $500. For that much money you would expect everything to be exceptional and beyond meh. Not the case here. Even so I'm giving 4/5 stars. I'm giving my review 3 stars because I neglected to take pictures. read more

Had to try this spot with the family on our last day in NOLA based on the Yelp reviews and locals saying this was a good spot. We definitely went out with a BANG! This place was so cute inside in the warehouse district area. We had a party of 8 and didn't have reservations for a Monday. So walk ins are welcomed, but maybe you'll need it for the weekends. I can see this spot getting really busy. Our waiter Ely was absolutely AMAZING. He answered all our questions and requests. Showed that Southern hospitality. We started with Fried Chicken Liver & Fried Boudin. Then ordered the Louisiana Cochon, Catfish Courtbouillon & popcorn rice, Fried Soft-shell Crab Sandwich and with all the side- Mac n Cheese, Braised ham & Collard Greens, & Buttery Grits. Everything we had was delicious and so flavorful. Every bit was absolutely perfect. It's the Southern meets Cajun combination which was absolute comfort food for the soul! I was so happy that my kids and family enjoyed it. We also enjoyed their sister restaurant next door which was more casual. Cochon Butcher (they deserve love too). I wish I had a chance to thank Ely for being so patient with us as we explored the menu. Another waiter filled in for him while he went on break or something, but didn't bother to tell us her name or say she was helping while he was out. She was very rude and I thought I was the only one that felt that way, but everyone even my kids thought she was rude and not very customer oriented. Facial expressions and gestures are everything and that ruined it for me. We didn't even want to order dessert from her. My husband asked her what's on the dessert menu and she rudely responded that she would bring the menu and walked away. As a waiter/waitress and if it's not your first day- shouldn't you know what is on the menu?! Where did that Southern Hospitality go? I went back inside to ask for our waiters name and didn't even bother asking for hers. I wish I would've! Anyways- overall this could have been a 5 star review for me, because guys- the food was phenomenal! read more

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The food and service was really good! We shared a few items on the menu. The max and cheese was PERFECT! The inside of the restaurant was super cute and spacious read more

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While visiting the nearby WWII museum a block away, I finally was able to visit Cochon for a meal as it has been on my to do list for a while now. When I walked in on Saturday shortly after noon it was mostly empty but during my visit many other people showed up to eat. It is an attractive restaurant with its light colored wooden tables and chairs that included full bar seating and 5 stools positioned at the open kitchen offering a view of that magic while dining. There are also a few uncovered tables on the sidewalk in front. I ordered the catfish courtbullion entree for $24 and added a side of smothered lima beans for $8 more. Carrington was the waiter and she did a good job during the meal. First to arrive was a bread basket of warm rolls and butter which were of course delicious. Within 15 minutes my meal arrived. The large bowl had a couple of catfish fillets bathed in a red tomato sauce with grilled onion. The sauce was slightly tart and the entree tasted very good (4). Those smothered lima beans had bacon (this is Cochon of course) on them and were perfect with a rich and full body of flavor (5). I enjoyed this meal and would be happy to return. Cochon has such a strong reputation in New Orleans and I can understand why. read more

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The best sazerac I had in NOLA was here. They also have the butcher which is down the street and the food there is amazing. They have an oyster and bacon sandwich and it's huge. Very good read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Oyster and Oyster & Bacon Sandwich - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

My first Michelin star and when I walked in they asked if I'd want to sit at the chef table. Ummmm. Yes. My god the food. The bread. The drinks. The service. I get Michelin. I am grateful for sitting at the pass. I fist bumped the executive and sous chefs. Great memory read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - The pass. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Cochon is amazing. We sat at the chefs counter and really enjoyed our time eating and watching the staff prepare the food. The restaurant has an inviting warm feel with an industrial vibe. Our server was fantastic. We changed our order based on his recommendation and I'm glad we did. I can't wait to go back again! read more

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Location Very close to convention center. Corner of Andrew Higgins and Tchoupitoulas. Parking Street and nearby lots-we walked. Atmosphere Classy New Orleans Seating Outside patio tables, inside tables-great for groups Service Outstanding Menu Everything you want Creole and New Orleans style. We had a late night snack-greens which were so perfectly seasoned-I added nothing-not even routine hot sauce-had it in this tender bowl of deliciousness. The crawfish pie was served with a side of salsa-like relish. It was stuffed full of crawfish!! The empanada like crust was flakey and tender. So good! Of course we had to have the chocolate mousse dessert!-layers of scrumptious smooth chocolate and crunchy pecans! Full bar-I didn't look at the rest of the menu but will share a picture. The pinot noir was terrific! Summary Never disappoints! Love this place AND they were open late! Great food, outstanding atmosphere, best service in NOLA,! Make reservation if earlier in the day. read more

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We came in between our WWII museum visit. Wow what a find!! We lucked out and got in before the rush. I got a delish bourbon drink to start... superb.... Can't remember name I ordered the bacon oyster sandwich...wows indescribable Mouth watering Shared with cohort Yum He got catfish Beautiful ambiance read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Oyster & Bacon Sandwich - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Having read so many good reviewsbof Cochon, my wife decided to have dinner there while in New Orleans. We decided on small plates and sides to share, instead of ordering an entree. I highly recommend doing that so you can try a large variety of the menu. The first courses to come were the fried alligator and oysters. The oysters are a must try, wow!!! The sauce it comes with is amazing. The alligator was my first time trying fried alligator. It was good, tender and had a mildly flavored sauce. I found they were better dipped into the sauce that came with the oysters. Pro tip, the bread is amazing dipped into the oyster sauce! After this round, they brought out our second round consisting of a meat pie, boudin balls and Mac and cheese. I would highly recommend the Mac and cheese. The boudin balls reminded me of croquettes I had in Spain, they were good but not as good as croquettes. I would order them again, but would be happy to try something different as well. The meat pie I wasn't a fan of, we considered the crab gratin and I wish we had gone with that instead. Overall, I would definitely recommend Cochon, their oysters alone were among the best I ever had. read more

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I visited New Orleans with a couple of friends with the intent on trying some of the best food the city has to offer. Cochon was recommended for their wood-fired oysters, which my friends have never had. Although I didn't order, I was assured that they were fantastic. I did order the gumbo, alligator bites, and their rabbit and dumplings. The wait staff were patient and helpful, giving us their recommendations. The decor is basic and inviting, placing an emphasis on wooden tabletops and some rustic details. The food was flavorful and balanced well. The gumbo had a dark roux. The alligator bites were tender, not chewy at all, and came with a tasty chili garlic mayo. Last, but not least, the dumplings were flaky and paired well with the juicy rabbit and vegetables. This particular meal ranked 2nd out of all of our stops, coming in second only to Jacques-Imo's. Overall, a great experience! read more

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Randomly dropped in for a work lunch and was pleasantly surprised to discover this spot recently received a Michelin star. A high class approach to some local favorites and it definitely didn't disappoint. Quick service, friendly staff, amazing lunch prices, and a cozy vibe. The oysters portion was crazy but so good! Definitely recommend this. read more

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I dropped by Cochon during a quick lunch break from a seminar. It was busy but since I was solo dining I was able to slide in at the chef's counter. My service team was fantastic. They were pretty quick with bread service, which was three adorable little yeast rolls and whipped butter. Also presented with a crab beignet amuse bouche that was crispy and creamy and crabby. I followed that with the country ham and cheese olives, bacon braised collard greens, and fried livers with pepper jelly and toast. Favorite bite was definitely the cheese olives. Warm green olives wrapped in a coat of cheesy bread paired with thinly sliced country ham. The greens were well-flavored and full of chunky bacon bites. The livers went well with the pepper jelly, but I didn't love the shaved onion and mint on top, or the unwieldy toast squares beneath them. Overall, it was quick, service was fantastic, and the atmosphere at the chef's counter was a great way for a solo diner to stay entertained. Would recommend to anyone in the area! read more

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Setting and service were great. Despite crowds we were seated promptly at our reservation time. Cozy but not cramped, lovely but not too loud. We had the oysters, alligator, and Brussels to start, and I tried the eponymous Louisiana Cochon for dinner. Food was well prepared and presented, but the flavors seemed a bit muted. Sauces didn't have much zing or kick, and nothing blew me away. read more

Cochon RESTAURANT - Louisiana Cochon - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Stopped here with a buddy and immediately liked what I saw. The places smelled like delicious meats, beautiful ambience and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Our waitress treated us with a smile, explained the menu, and drinks. Soon after we ordered she brought some warm delicious rolls. I ordered the rabbit and dumplings, my buddy ordered the fish and we shared a Mac and cheese. It was my first time eating rabbit and honestly it was very similar chicken pot pie but tasted a million times better. My buddy said the fish was to die for, and the Mac and cheese... honestly I should have gotten my own damn Mac n cheese it was so good. read more

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I looked at Yelp menu and the dishes didn't sound exciting but the reviews were - so I tried this place tonight. OMG! These are the BEST oysters I have eaten in New Orleans - hands down! The meat pie is spicy and super flavorful - I love some extra hot sauce with the fried crust. The fish was very fresh and tasty. The bread they give you, reminded me of something that I have eaten in Lisbon and India - called Pav or Pao - baked fresh and fluffy. Don't miss this spot. The waiters were amazing and kept checking on us. The mood was very festive - since there was a large conf and pre Xmas crowd. They could add some damping in their walls/floors - the noise level gets high - it was hard to talk across our table. read more

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Our meal was fabulous. The shrimp appetizer and the Brussel Sprouts were favorites, as was the Redfish (listed as gulf fish on the menu). Chicken Gumbo was good, but I've had more interesting versions with seafood other restaurants locally. The complementary buns and butter was a yummy touch. We arrived early for our 6pm reservation, but getting seated was no issue. The room was a bit chilly, I think an AC vent was blowing in us. Next time I'll get a seat on the rail looking into the kitchen (with all the wood fired oven heat nearby) Our server was very knowledgeable, and easily answered all our questions. read more

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