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This was another New Orleans staple that I wanted to mark off my bucket list, and as I have heard from others, it was easy to see why they have been serving NOLA since 1905. When you walk in the door your swept away and you discover a very attentive staff that is second to none along the ambience and delicious food. I was able to get there for the Lunch Special which was 3 courses for $28.50 - I stated out with the Fried Ousters Rockefeller (with a Creole aïoli) and let me tell you they were amazing. - For my main entrée, I ordered the Fried Pork Chop: Port Cherry Marchand de Vin and it was thick cut, juicy and delicious. - and for Dessert they serve a Caramel Cup Custard w/Fresh Berries. It was just the right amount of sweetness, a great way to finish the meal.
Excellent service, beautiful ambiance. Go in the off hours to have the place to yourself or go on Friday lunch (be sure to dress up!) and experience the full throated fun. Wonderful people watching either way. Petite filet was cooked to perfection and a side of potatoes and onions with bournaise sauce was flat out decadent. Solid drink menu as well. Price point is spot on for quality.
I've been wanting to come here for years. I love all the videos and history on this place and it did not disappoint. Getting the dress code out of the way, as a traveling group, brining jackets and such was interesting (packing) but I will say, I like that they keep a strict standard up, as I feel it adds to the overall experience if wanting to dine in the first floor main. They have loaners (jackets), don't sweat it--you look great! Patrick, wow! Ask for him, he's the best, never too busy to chat or think about a question, as we had many or share a story. Go Blazers! We have been to many upscale places, but by far, this was the most friendly I'd say. Very welcoming and glad you're here vs. we should be grateful to be there. Food...omg, the turtle soup is a must try and the sherry on the side adds so much, I would say more salt, but I'm a salty lady. Foie Gras--yum, the fruit topping is what makes it, cooked to just done, melts. The potato app for just $10, was a hit for everyone, must get. Mains, we got two chicken selections (fantastic) and two daily fish dishes with the amazing seafood topping. Lump crab, juicy crawfish (in season) and shrimp, heavenly. And we really appreciate that the specials are brought in daily, and not the "this is what we need to get rid of." The pompano was just delivered hours before service. Dessert, sell me a whole cake and how do I make that bread pudding?! We had a fantastic time. Can't miss if you're in the city. We were a group of four, had many drinks, and found the prices quite reasonable, no sticker shock for such an experience. You can spend it all here or ball on a budget. :) Make a reservation right now.
Told my husband that brunch here wasn't just brunch... its an experience in itself. And it was.... all three hours worth! We arrived early and they were happy to seat us right away. It was like coming home after a long time away. Service was perfect, as was the food. And the champagne. Our server even comped us an extra glass when we told her it was our anniversary. We had three courses, and they were all to die for... Turtle soup was the best I ever had, as were the oysters... cooked of course. I can't eat sea boogers. And the most delightful little Flan with fresh fruit for dessert. Main course was a fish course... very fancy indeed. This is a must visit when in Nola!
Galatoire's was on our list because it shows up in so many "best places in New Orleans" guides, and the atmosphere really is lovely. The dining room feels classic and elegant, and the tuxedoed waiters definitely add to that old-school charm. That said, the food didn't quite live up to the setting. We ordered several of the specials, and none of them stood out. The highlights of the meal were actually the cocktails and the bread pudding. The turtle soup was a miss, unfortunately. It was very bitter, and it gave a bad first impression since it was my friend's first time trying it. I'd honestly skip ordering turtle soup here and save that experience for somewhere like Commander's Palace. The garlic trout was fine but forgettable. The crab maison was a little better, but still nothing memorable. The shrimp remoulade was not good. The horseradish completely overpowered everything else, and it just didn't work. There are plenty of places in New Orleans that do this dish much better. The bread pudding, though, was excellent. Truly the one standout and the only dish I'd go back for. Service was kind, attentive, and efficient, and we never felt rushed. Overall, it's an okay place. It feels like Galatoire's relies a lot on its beautiful ambience, history, and polished service to carry the experience rather than the food itself. Worth a visit for the atmosphere, just don't go in expecting a standout meal.
Props to Reginald for stepping in and getting me started while I waited 20 minutes for my server and a menu when the Friday brunch opening rush began. And, he kept checking in until my server, who was generously warm and competent, showed. The pillowy soft and hot soufflé potatoes were phenomenal. The blackened sautéed pompano was good. But the bread, which on previous occasions was deliciously piping hot, was disappointingly room temperature.
This is the place. Second trip to New Orleans in as many months and I found what I was looking for. Centrally located on bourbon, right in the heart of all excitement, Galatoires is a step into a relaxed, upscale setting. Allowing you to forget that just feet away bourbon street is filling up with beer, beads and broken bottles. An upscale classic restaurant that doesn't break the bank? Check! Wonderful service, with servers that actually know the menu and are willing to share with you their thoughts? Check! Wonderful drinks, food, and atmosphere all around! Will be visiting each time I am back in New Orleans!
I enjoyed this meal so much!!!! From the turtle soup to the way everyone stopped and sang happy birthday to a guest, this was an EXPERIENCE!!!! I went in for lunch on a Saturday, and I made reservations and was seated promptly. The waiters are so attentive. I got a wedge salad, soufflé potatoes and oysters Rockefeller. The potatoes are something I've never had, they are almost air baked like chips? And empty inside. But so good!!!
The food was absolutely divine. We ordered a the fish special with lump crab on top and the CRABMEAT AU GRATIN. Both were amazing with very good flavor and perfect texture. We also ordered a bottle of wine that went perfectly with our meal. The service was impeccable. We were a very large group but they were so kind and they provided prompt and friendly service. The restaurant is very big; there are multiple rooms that really separate you and kind of create an intimate feeling. The staff really makes you feel at home. There were multiple celebrations in the room (anniversaries and birthdays). They got everyone involved and seemed like they really cared.
I was so excited to try this classic Nola place but it didn't hold up to the expectation. Drinks were meh, food was really salty and my duck breast was overcooked and tough. Gents need to wear a jacket but they do have some loaners if you forget to bring one. They also have a drink menu special before 5 pm.
Amazing food, cocktails and service. The ambiance is nice too. The front dining room is a little bit stuffy and you are required to have a jacket if you're a man. This is like old school fine dining. The back dining room is perfect for families or us heathens that didn't bring fancy clothes. All the food is well cooked, presented beautifully and beyond tasty. The drinks are well mixed and balanced. I definitely recommend making a trip here.
Let me start off by saying - this place came highly recommended to us, so we were very excited to give it a try. We are not the type of couple to regularly attend restaurants with dress codes, so we were looking forward to a higher-end dining experience. I am giving 3 stars instead of 2 because I recognize some of the things I am about to mention were outside of the restaurants control, and were circumstantial to the evening we chose, but regardless, the evening did not align with our hopes. We made reservations over a week in advance, and showed up to our reservation exactly on time. Despite this, we were seated in the far back in a corner directly next to the kitchen and restrooms. Not an ideal place to sit! Lots of traffic and it definitely interrupted the mood, considering there was a lot of people stumbling in and out of the restrooms. Maybe okay for someone without a reservation, but I was disappointed. Immediately upon being seated, I noticed the dirty table cloth. I am not talking a few crumbs or one stain. There was red sauce and oil all over the table cloth, it looked like the table had not been cleaned before we were seated. I was a little unhappy with this, as I have honestly never seen that at a nicer restaurant. Maybe I am out of touch . There were several large parties seated in the middle of the restaurant. I haven't mentioned yet, but I will note as a positive - the inside of the restaurant is absolutely stunning. Well lit, tasteful decorations, overall very pretty and creates a nice ambiance. Every 10 or so minutes, a waiter would come out, get everyone's attention, and announce why a large party was dining here. While we were there, they made 4 or so separate announcements, resulting in two full renditions of happy birthday being sung, and several minutes of cheering after an anniversary was announced. While one time would have been fine, the back to back celebrations created a very "Red Robin" style atmosphere that made it feel more like a cheap party restaurant than the higher class dining experience we were looking for. The cheering also interrupted our conversation making it difficult to talk. The service was not noteworthy. Our waiter was nice, and relatively quick. Our appetizer of escargot came out before the bread. We did not order drinks. The escargot was delicious. I ordered shrimp etouffée, which I very much enjoyed. My partner ordered crab au gratin which I tried and we both also enjoyed. We chose to skip dessert because we were not thrilled with our experience. We instead walked to Arnaud's for dessert and found a much better atmosphere and very happily enjoyed our crème brûlée there. My partner and I both agreed we should have had dinner there instead.
Galatoire's Restaurant has moved up on my list as the best restaurant in New Orleans. I said Numbero Uno! My wife & I are celebrating our wedding anniversary. First time here, I'm basing my choice on the "26 Best Restaurants in New Orleans" list from Conde Nast Traveler. And don't think you're rolling off Bourbon Street wearing shorts and a tee shirt for dinner. The Main and Second floor dining rooms, gentlemen are required to wear jackets after 5pm. Hey, I brought my Searsucker Suit for the occasion. I planned ahead. We check in at the front desk and are shown to a small corner table. Our waiter, he has a personality. I can see he loves what he does and loves Galatoire's Restaurant. We order cocktails and to start, two Duck Crepes. The crepes are phenomenal. A simple crepe stuffed with roasted duck and topped with a homemade boursin cheese port-cherry reduction. Simple and award winning. My wife ordered the Speckled Trout Almondine and I ordered the Grilled Redfish. Each dish was masterfully prepared, the almonds were toasted, a little smokey and covered the entire fish. My Grilled Redfish, from the sauce to the tasteful presentation, this dish was a standout. The waiter comes over and asks how everything so far? He asked what was our special occasion? I said its our wedding anniversary, he comes back with two champaign flutes and had the entire restaurant toast us. It just made the experience extra special. We split a decadent French Silk Pie. A dessert that was perfect ending to our delicious meal. Just a fantastic night and all the details made our trip memorable. Great food and southern hospitality being served at Galatoire's Restaurant. read more
5 months ago
The restaurant dishes are famous for lasting the test of time. However sometimes the best recipes of 150 years ago are not tasty to a modern palate. I like a heavy cream and butter as much as anyone but the amount in their dishes with the added salt is a heal heartstopper. I also found the food overly sweet. This is a men's wear jacket kind of place and then if the jacket is a blazer rather than a suit jacket, you may end up in the second dining room, which is fine. I find the second dining room room to be much more romantic and stylish myself. The weight stop is very attentive, although not up to the level of like a Commanders, Irene's or GW Fins. The duck dish is a bit sweet and the meat tasted too injected. The foil gras was delicious and accompanied with a great sweet chutney but oddly served on a donut puff. Poison It is a fancy restaurant and nice place. read more
This was another New Orleans staple that I wanted to mark off my bucket list, and as I have heard from others, it was easy to see why they have been serving NOLA since 1905. When you walk in the door your swept away and you discover a very attentive staff that is second to none along the ambience and delicious food. I was able to get there for the Lunch Special which was 3 courses for $28.50 - I stated out with the Fried Ousters Rockefeller (with a Creole aïoli) and let me tell you they were amazing. - For my main entrée, I ordered the Fried Pork Chop: Port Cherry Marchand de Vin and it was thick cut, juicy and delicious. - and for Dessert they serve a Caramel Cup Custard w/Fresh Berries. It was just the right amount of sweetness, a great way to finish the meal. read more
24 days ago
Excellent service, beautiful ambiance. Go in the off hours to have the place to yourself or go on Friday lunch (be sure to dress up!) and experience the full throated fun. Wonderful people watching either way. Petite filet was cooked to perfection and a side of potatoes and onions with bournaise sauce was flat out decadent. Solid drink menu as well. Price point is spot on for quality. read more
I've been wanting to come here for years. I love all the videos and history on this place and it did not disappoint. Getting the dress code out of the way, as a traveling group, brining jackets and such was interesting (packing) but I will say, I like that they keep a strict standard up, as I feel it adds to the overall experience if wanting to dine in the first floor main. They have loaners (jackets), don't sweat it--you look great! Patrick, wow! Ask for him, he's the best, never too busy to chat or think about a question, as we had many or share a story. Go Blazers! We have been to many upscale places, but by far, this was the most friendly I'd say. Very welcoming and glad you're here vs. we should be grateful to be there. Food...omg, the turtle soup is a must try and the sherry on the side adds so much, I would say more salt, but I'm a salty lady. Foie Gras--yum, the fruit topping is what makes it, cooked to just done, melts. The potato app for just $10, was a hit for everyone, must get. Mains, we got two chicken selections (fantastic) and two daily fish dishes with the amazing seafood topping. Lump crab, juicy crawfish (in season) and shrimp, heavenly. And we really appreciate that the specials are brought in daily, and not the "this is what we need to get rid of." The pompano was just delivered hours before service. Dessert, sell me a whole cake and how do I make that bread pudding?! We had a fantastic time. Can't miss if you're in the city. We were a group of four, had many drinks, and found the prices quite reasonable, no sticker shock for such an experience. You can spend it all here or ball on a budget. :) Make a reservation right now. read more
Told my husband that brunch here wasn't just brunch... its an experience in itself. And it was.... all three hours worth! We arrived early and they were happy to seat us right away. It was like coming home after a long time away. Service was perfect, as was the food. And the champagne. Our server even comped us an extra glass when we told her it was our anniversary. We had three courses, and they were all to die for... Turtle soup was the best I ever had, as were the oysters... cooked of course. I can't eat sea boogers. And the most delightful little Flan with fresh fruit for dessert. Main course was a fish course... very fancy indeed. This is a must visit when in Nola! read more
Galatoire's was on our list because it shows up in so many "best places in New Orleans" guides, and the atmosphere really is lovely. The dining room feels classic and elegant, and the tuxedoed waiters definitely add to that old-school charm. That said, the food didn't quite live up to the setting. We ordered several of the specials, and none of them stood out. The highlights of the meal were actually the cocktails and the bread pudding. The turtle soup was a miss, unfortunately. It was very bitter, and it gave a bad first impression since it was my friend's first time trying it. I'd honestly skip ordering turtle soup here and save that experience for somewhere like Commander's Palace. The garlic trout was fine but forgettable. The crab maison was a little better, but still nothing memorable. The shrimp remoulade was not good. The horseradish completely overpowered everything else, and it just didn't work. There are plenty of places in New Orleans that do this dish much better. The bread pudding, though, was excellent. Truly the one standout and the only dish I'd go back for. Service was kind, attentive, and efficient, and we never felt rushed. Overall, it's an okay place. It feels like Galatoire's relies a lot on its beautiful ambience, history, and polished service to carry the experience rather than the food itself. Worth a visit for the atmosphere, just don't go in expecting a standout meal. read more
16 days ago
Props to Reginald for stepping in and getting me started while I waited 20 minutes for my server and a menu when the Friday brunch opening rush began. And, he kept checking in until my server, who was generously warm and competent, showed. The pillowy soft and hot soufflé potatoes were phenomenal. The blackened sautéed pompano was good. But the bread, which on previous occasions was deliciously piping hot, was disappointingly room temperature. read more
2 months ago
This is the place. Second trip to New Orleans in as many months and I found what I was looking for. Centrally located on bourbon, right in the heart of all excitement, Galatoires is a step into a relaxed, upscale setting. Allowing you to forget that just feet away bourbon street is filling up with beer, beads and broken bottles. An upscale classic restaurant that doesn't break the bank? Check! Wonderful service, with servers that actually know the menu and are willing to share with you their thoughts? Check! Wonderful drinks, food, and atmosphere all around! Will be visiting each time I am back in New Orleans! read more
I enjoyed this meal so much!!!! From the turtle soup to the way everyone stopped and sang happy birthday to a guest, this was an EXPERIENCE!!!! I went in for lunch on a Saturday, and I made reservations and was seated promptly. The waiters are so attentive. I got a wedge salad, soufflé potatoes and oysters Rockefeller. The potatoes are something I've never had, they are almost air baked like chips? And empty inside. But so good!!! read more
1 year ago
The food was absolutely divine. We ordered a the fish special with lump crab on top and the CRABMEAT AU GRATIN. Both were amazing with very good flavor and perfect texture. We also ordered a bottle of wine that went perfectly with our meal. The service was impeccable. We were a very large group but they were so kind and they provided prompt and friendly service. The restaurant is very big; there are multiple rooms that really separate you and kind of create an intimate feeling. The staff really makes you feel at home. There were multiple celebrations in the room (anniversaries and birthdays). They got everyone involved and seemed like they really cared. read more
I was so excited to try this classic Nola place but it didn't hold up to the expectation. Drinks were meh, food was really salty and my duck breast was overcooked and tough. Gents need to wear a jacket but they do have some loaners if you forget to bring one. They also have a drink menu special before 5 pm. read more
1 year ago
Amazing food, cocktails and service. The ambiance is nice too. The front dining room is a little bit stuffy and you are required to have a jacket if you're a man. This is like old school fine dining. The back dining room is perfect for families or us heathens that didn't bring fancy clothes. All the food is well cooked, presented beautifully and beyond tasty. The drinks are well mixed and balanced. I definitely recommend making a trip here. read more
1 year ago
Let me start off by saying - this place came highly recommended to us, so we were very excited to give it a try. We are not the type of couple to regularly attend restaurants with dress codes, so we were looking forward to a higher-end dining experience. I am giving 3 stars instead of 2 because I recognize some of the things I am about to mention were outside of the restaurants control, and were circumstantial to the evening we chose, but regardless, the evening did not align with our hopes. We made reservations over a week in advance, and showed up to our reservation exactly on time. Despite this, we were seated in the far back in a corner directly next to the kitchen and restrooms. Not an ideal place to sit! Lots of traffic and it definitely interrupted the mood, considering there was a lot of people stumbling in and out of the restrooms. Maybe okay for someone without a reservation, but I was disappointed. Immediately upon being seated, I noticed the dirty table cloth. I am not talking a few crumbs or one stain. There was red sauce and oil all over the table cloth, it looked like the table had not been cleaned before we were seated. I was a little unhappy with this, as I have honestly never seen that at a nicer restaurant. Maybe I am out of touch . There were several large parties seated in the middle of the restaurant. I haven't mentioned yet, but I will note as a positive - the inside of the restaurant is absolutely stunning. Well lit, tasteful decorations, overall very pretty and creates a nice ambiance. Every 10 or so minutes, a waiter would come out, get everyone's attention, and announce why a large party was dining here. While we were there, they made 4 or so separate announcements, resulting in two full renditions of happy birthday being sung, and several minutes of cheering after an anniversary was announced. While one time would have been fine, the back to back celebrations created a very "Red Robin" style atmosphere that made it feel more like a cheap party restaurant than the higher class dining experience we were looking for. The cheering also interrupted our conversation making it difficult to talk. The service was not noteworthy. Our waiter was nice, and relatively quick. Our appetizer of escargot came out before the bread. We did not order drinks. The escargot was delicious. I ordered shrimp etouffée, which I very much enjoyed. My partner ordered crab au gratin which I tried and we both also enjoyed. We chose to skip dessert because we were not thrilled with our experience. We instead walked to Arnaud's for dessert and found a much better atmosphere and very happily enjoyed our crème brûlée there. My partner and I both agreed we should have had dinner there instead. read more
4 months ago
What an absolute disappointment. First of all, the old white man who served today as a host looked my husband up and down then said "the green room right?" Apparently that's for the peasants? I think we were placed in the back room where staff get trained. Got to overlook the bathrooms the whole time so that was cool (not). While they were nice service was meh. Food needed salt and was overpriced but not mind blowing. I mean it's on Bourbon Street so what does one expect? So overpriced and pretentious. I will not go back. But hey got to try! read more
8 months ago
I've always been a fan of Galatoire's. I've visited on every trip to the Quarter over the years. The food is excellent, the service is usually top-notch, and it's one of those places that feels timeless--like nothing has changed since my first visit 15 years ago. This time, however, the experience was deeply disappointing. I made a lunch reservation months in advance for a party of five visiting from out of town. Knowing Galatoire's reputation, I advised the men in our group to pack blazers. The morning of our reservation, we called the restaurant directly to confirm whether turtlenecks or cashmere sweaters were permitted with a blazer in the dining room. We were told no, very clearly, that this would not be allowed. While disappointed, my friends understood and respected that Galatoire's maintains a strict dress code. As a result, our party of five became a party of two. The maître d' understood why our reservation had shrunk and seated us promptly. The dining room was about 50% full throughout our lunch, so it was easy to notice who was coming and going. To my surprise, a man wearing a suit with a beige turtleneck was seated shortly after we arrived. I shrugged it off and continued enjoying lunch. About 45 minutes later, another guest entered the dining room wearing blue jeans, a white long-sleeve T-shirt, and a baseball cap. Three of my friends flew across the country and packed proper suits, only to be turned away for not meeting the dress code. Meanwhile, others were clearly allowed in wearing attire that blatantly contradicted what we were told. This inconsistency genuinely ruined what should have been a special first visit to Galatoire's for my friends. The issue isn't the dress code--it's that the rules are enforced selectively. That's incredibly frustrating when guests are turned away after making every effort to comply. I'm sharing a photo of the guests mentioned so management can understand how upsetting this is for patrons who are denied entry based on standards that are apparently optional. That was one very bitter--and expensive--lunch. read more
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1 month ago
Joined for the Krewe of Boo Royal Luncheon. We started with cocktail hour and two cocktails were way too expensive after adding the service fees then tip. They were good though. We had a martini and poinsettia. The atmosphere was lively and festive, dressy but with costumes. We had a fixed menu and it all was really good. Turtle Soup was quite tasty. The fish was a wee bit dry but acceptable given the number of people they were serving. The filet with potatoes was perfectly cooked and flavored. The bread pudding really stole the show, very rich. The service overall was excellent. Id enjoy going back for a date night with the husband. read more
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Cute atmosphere. Staff in all white and make you feel very important. They love to celebrate special occasions and get the entire restaurant to join in with the celebration- cute idea. They stuff you in but I guess the more the merrier. The drinks were yummy and the escargot- OMG - delicious. Make sure to tip the fresh bread in the yummy sauce. Our filet was perfect . Unfortunately the pork was under cooked - I mean it is thick. But they returned it to kitchen to correct. The return pork was slightly overdone at that point but we didn't want to return it so we made due. The bread pudding was delectable!!!!! Our waiter was attentive and polite. I would definitely go back. read more
Galatoire's is a strong candidate for my favorite restaurant in the United States, among the several hundreds I have sampled. And for good reason! Upon arriving for dinner at our reservation time, we were immediately ushered to a table for two on the first floor. It took awhile to receive menus, but then the fun began. We had to ponder numerous delectable-sounding offerings, and listed prices were surprisingly low based on California and Nevada menu prices for comparable listed items. Appetizers included Souffle Potatoes, Shrimp Remoulade, Crawfish Maison, Fried Oysters with Bacon and Meuniere Butter, Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters Rockefeller, Escargot, and Foie Gras. We selected Souffle Potatoes and Shrimp Remoulade. The Souffle Potatoes were like large and light golden potatoes draped over pockets of air, and the shrimp dish featured huge Shrimps covered in a mild Remoulade. As another preliminary, I ordered a Bowl of Duck and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, which turned out to be the best non-seafood gumbo I have ever eaten. It was silky and delicious, augmented by some Steamed White Rice. For entrees we had even more intriguing choices, including Chicken Clemenceau with Brabant Potatoes, Chicken Creole, Crab Ravigote with Bechamel and Hollandaise Sauces, Shrimp Au Vin, Crab Au Gratin, Bouillabaise, Crawfish Etouffe, Fried Shrimp, seasonal fresh fish with Meuniere Sauce, Meuniere Amandine, or Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc, Filet Mignon, Prime Ribeye, New York Strip, Veal Chop, and Lamb Chops. For our mains at this purveyor of top-grade Creole cuisine, we selected Chicken Clemenceau and Crab Au Gratin, which contained Bechamel Sauce and Cheddar Cheese. Diane very much liked her choice of entree augmented by a large side of Hash Browns, and I loved my Roasted Half Chicken with Mushrooms, Brabant Potatoes, Peas, and Clemenceau Sauce and a large side of Steamed Cauliflower. This time we both passed on dessert, and without a time crunch, elected to walk back to our hotel. Our fellow diners leaned toward coats & ties, with women in fashionable dresses. Service was very attentive once we received our menus. And the historic building with a mirrored wall leant an elegant ambiance to the place. read more
1 year ago
Still and will always be a fave! Galatoire's on a Friday is the place to be -- if you know, you know! It's actually a tradition to visit on a Friday for many natives and tourist. At any moment the band will grace guest w| the sounds of New Orleans like only New Orleans can do! One of my top dishes is the Redfish, always cooked to perfection. For dessert, I love their bread pudding but I also love to order ice cream w| an espresso martini shot, then add the shot to my ice cream. It is a whole spin on the vanilla ice cream. Service is always great and the staff always welcomes everyone w| a smile. Dress your best and visit, you won't be disappointed. Galatoires is golden! read more
7 months ago
I really was on the fence about this one. It is a restaurant loved by many and I had been waiting to try it out. My friends and I decided to have a festive holiday dinner on a Friday. Our reservation was for 8pm...we weren't seated for another 40 minutes..not a great start at all. They gave us a glass of champagne for the inconvenience. We sat in the main dining room..super festive and energetic. Nice holiday decor. We shared the eggplant sticks and oysters. I think they really need to change the look of the oysters...they don't look appetizing at all!! Flavor was on par with the way they looked. Eggplant was good. The menu wasn't really speaking to my tastes that night so a friend and I split a steak and the eggs sardou. Both were DELICIOUS. Ended the night with a great cup of coffee. Overall I had a good time mainly because of the company. I would be willing to give it another go..maybe for a nice midweek lunch. read more
Galatoire's is a true New Orleans classic, and rightfully so. The experience feels timeless from the moment you walk in. It's elegant without being stiff, lively without being chaotic, and everything about it feels steeped in tradition. I went in knowing it was a historic spot, but what surprised me most was how warm and welcoming the staff was. The service is top tier, and everyone from the host to the servers makes you feel like you belong there. The food is rich, flavorful, and well-executed. I had the shrimp and grits and it was exactly what I wanted it to be. Classic flavors, no shortcuts, no gimmicks. The Rockefeller oysters are a must, and the desserts, especially the bread pudding, are worth saving room for. It's one of those places where the energy in the room is just as important as what's on your plate. It's not quiet or overly formal, it's vibrant and alive. You go for the food, but you remember the feeling. The one thing I wish they did better is advertise the timing for the second line lunch. Reservations are new post-COVID and the first time I went, I missed the second line because I didn't know what time to book. If you're visiting on a Friday, book for noon and plan to stay for 3 hours! If you know, you know. If you're visiting New Orleans and want the full experience of tradition, flavor, and southern hospitality, Galatoire's delivers all of that and more. read more
1 year ago
this restaurant has been in business for 120 years everyone needs to wear a jacket if you're a man upscale restaurant service was excellent. The food was very interesting. I had a Pompano fish. We also had a crab meat dish with cheese, a steak, crab, meat salad wedge. Salad if you New Orleans this is one of the restaurants you must try. read more
3 months ago
Beyond a wonderful experience at Galatoire's celebrating our anniversary yesterday. Before even taking our drink order was taken we were brought champagne free of charge! Our waitress Patricia was one of the best I've ever had bar none and the food was spectacular. She made excellent recommendations for dinner and drinks as well as other restaurants for the rest of our trip. The rest of the wait staff provided excellent service. The food was obviously outrageous, highlights were sweetbreads and blackened redfish, and our favorite of the desserts was the bread pudding à la mode. I'd come back here as often as I could afford. 11/10 experience for us. read more
2 years ago
This was our 2nd year here and we 1000% will be coming back. The food is amazing and so is the service. I got the duck again and wish I could take it home with me daily. The oysters Rockefeller were also amazing they are cooked to perfection. For men you will have to keep your jacket on the full time. If you don't have one they will provide one. read more
This restaurant was all over the place. It's on Bourbon Street by a strip club and some very loud clubs so off the bat it didn't seem too appetizing, but then the inside is upscale and posh though there's also a separate dining room that seemed very casual. We had the Galatoire Goute, which is a must. Everything was delicious and so fresh. We also had the duck and andouille gumbo followed by the shrimp etouffee. Overall a really solid meal and the servers were very professional. read more
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More info about Galatoire's Restaurant
209 Bourbon St
New Orleans, LA 70130
French Quarter
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(504) 525-2021
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Ask the Community - Galatoire's Restaurant
Is there a kids menu?
Yes, there's a kid's menu with familiar items for them to enjoy.
Can girls wear short dresses with spaghetti straps for dinner Saturday?
Yes, but bring a shawlor something. It's cold inside
Are kids allowed?
Certainly if well behaved! It's an experience that is not meant to be rushed so if they are antsy it might be too much to expect.
Coat for men at night?
They do prefer a jacket for men at night in the main dining room. They do have coats in various sizes available should they be needed.
Does Galatoire's allow BYOB for a corkage fee?
Is there a dress code?
No need for jackets for men, but collared shirts are expected to sit in the main dining area for Friday brunch.
What is the Friday lunch event?
For many years, there was a tradition among some of the city's business and professional elite to do lunch on Fridays at Galatoire's. Often lunch extended to much of the afternoon and involved quite a few cocktails or glasses of wine. This was…
Would a blazer, collared shirt, and jeans be appropriate attire for a Saturday dinner?
They require a jacket, or they will loan you one. I would NOT wear jeans.
What's attire for lunch?
The Friday Lunch is a special event, I always wear a dress. I've only done the Friday lunch, I would still dress nicely in business or dressy attire if going there any other day as well
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