Boudin balls amazing…read more Meatiness of oysters Alligator tenderr Like that you dont feel so full but satisfied Cochon yummy and tender ... The grits made like my momma Old review from before the pandemic that i never posted

Y'all. Y'ALL…read more Are you in NoLa for some reason? Any reason at all? Are you hungry??? Do you like cocktails, and a well-curated wine list, and an INSANE bourbon list? Do you like a plate of food that speaks classy without punching you in the wallet, and servers who don't hover, but can answer even the most random questions you could have about the stuff on your plate? Look no further, friend. Right off the bat, after arriving on a Friday around 4:45 PM we were seated promptly, given water and the tastiest little sweet yeast rolls ever (the tops actually crackled when you squish them you guys), and made our bevvie choices. Tonic with lime for me (I'm behaving rn) and an Old Fashioned for wifey. Killer. We skipped the appetizer course and ended up ordering off the specials menu for both meals. She got braised brisket with deviled egg potato salad (fantastic!) and I got grilled Amberjack with roasted Brussels, topped with pickled peppers, onion, capers, and a drizzle of olive oil and Crema. Did I mention this place has a rustic atmosphere, and cozy feel, AND a Michelin recco without a dress code required?!? We had Lemon Buttermilk Icebox pie for dessert... MY GODS. This pile of words I just typed doesn't do this place justice. Chef Link has got something special going here, and his butcher shop next door is totally groovy too. I can't rave enough about this place, and I wish it wasn't so dang far from Texas, but hey, it's just another in a list of damn fine reasons to come visit the fine folks of NoLa again.

The food and service were great. I was a bit apprehensive at first but i was pleasantly surprised…read morewith the hospitality and food. A must while visiting New Orleans!

The food was good, some of the food was too spicy to me but I was in Cajun country. The ambiance…read morewas great. The only thing I didn't like was they don't make separate checks it all had to be on one check which now you have to figure out who got what, now on the receipt they made it a little easy for you to know.

We had an absolutely exceptional dinner at Café Amélie tonight! With the recent rain, the usual…read morepotent French Quarter street smells were washed away, leaving the air beautifully fresh and the temperatures perfectly cool. Though pop-up showers were still lingering, my husband and I decided to take a gamble on courtyard dining--and I am so glad we did! Sheltered under the green umbrellas surrounded by historic brick walls, lush greenery, and rain-kissed citrus trees, the atmosphere was incredibly romantic and peaceful. The courtyard's intimate layout even brought a bit of extra magic to our evening. We sat near another wonderful couple (and their adorable daughter) and became fast friends, sharing laughs and conversation throughout the night. What truly anchored the experience, though, was the incredible service. The staff was remarkably personable, helpful, and welcoming. The dinner itself was excellent from start to finish, showcasing immense culinary skill across every dish. We started with the delicious brussels sprouts and a uniquely seasoned spring/summer gumbo that was unlike any version we've had before (oh, what I would give for the recipe). As for the entrées, the shrimp and grits were phenomenal, and the blackened catfish sandwich with a fresh salad was executed flawlessly...and the bread pudding was fantastic, too! It is rare to find an experience where top-tier hospitality, a breathtaking environment, and great food come together so (seemingly) effortlessly. Café Amélie is an absolute must-visit! We will be back.

We were walking around open to going anywhere for dinner and it was fairly early for dinner. We…read morecame across Cafe Amelie and it looked cute inside and was able to get sat right away. The host was extremely welcoming and friendly. Our server and helpers were over quickly to drop off waters and greet us. I ended up ordered the salmon. With it being so early and only one or 2 other tables besides my friend and me, the food did take longer to come out than I expected it to. Both of us did thoroughly enjoy what we got. The salmon was crispy on the outside with a nice sauce over it. We thought we'd have time to get dessert so we ordered a couple but that too took a very long time. We finally waved down our server to cancel and get the check since we had to be somewhere and he apologized and said their WiFi was going in and out so it could be that it was registering on the kitchen side. That may have explained why our entrees took too long. If it wasn't for the service and the food being great - I would not be thrilled about timing. We got there around 5:30p and had to leave by 7:15p so an almost 2 hours experience that probably could have been 1 hour.

Very delicious i recommend the catfish. It was fresh and served at a moderate time. I came with a…read moreparty of 7. Everyone enjoyed their meals!

The service is top tier. I love the ambiance of the new place. Food is always amazing.read more

Oh my lanta, even thinking about this place is making my mouth water. I've traveled alot in the…read moresouth for work and driven to and from FL TX and CA and this is one of those places you hear about and figure you have to visit. Well I visited and MAN did I enjoy the spicy fried chicken. The crunchy exterior, juicy meat and hearty sides following by a slice of perfect pie washed down by a beverage of your choose your choice-choo-choosing makes it evident why the chicken crossed the road- to get to Gus's You order at the counter and in my case, take a seat and enjoy one of the many tables in an open seating area it lens itself from one person table, top to multiple people in larger parties. You sit and chill and it's brought out to your table which I think is a nice touch of customer service. What happens next is nothing short of Magic. This isn't Gus's county, famous or city, famous municipality, famous state, famous, or even region famous chicken: it's Gus's world famous fried chicken.

Gus, i wrote you but you still ain't call. but you did serve me a FINE piece of fried chicken on a…read morebrioche bun. despite a wait time of 10,000 hours, the food had a lot of GUSto. do you see what i am saying? HOWEVER the sink is LOOOOOOOONG so be sure to wear a smock when washing hands. thank you. - walter.

We were starving when we got into town and this place happened to be close so we gave it a try. It…read morewas a fantastic choice. The restaurant has a lot of glass and high ceilings. It was very cute and nicely decorated. Our server was on top of it and gave us time to decide on what we wanted without pressuring us even though it was somewhat close to their closing time. The food was delivered quickly and was piping hot. Everything we had was excellent. The shrimp étouffée was tremendous, the flavor was on point neither the rice nor shrimp overcooked. The side salad was a good salad. The chicken sandwich was cooked nicely and seasoned well (not overly seasoned). We finished our lunch with a cookie, slice of cake and a couple lattes which were all wonderful. Definitely recommend.

Rude service from start to finish. We added ourselves to the waitlist because they had a…read morereservation available, yet watched several families get seated ahead of us while we continued waiting. We were a party of 3 adults and 2 children (one being only 2 years old), and because of that they changed our table type from a 4-top to a 5-top and made us wait an additional 30 minutes. Meanwhile, multiple tables became available that easily could have accommodated us, but the hostess was determined to keep telling us we had to wait. To make matters worse, there was open bench seating in the back where customers ordering to-go could sit. I offered to order food to-go so we could at least sit down and get started while waiting, and she told me if I did that they would remove our name from the waitlist because "you have to pick one or the other." No willingness to problem solve whatsoever. She repeatedly said she was "sorry," but her actions showed the opposite. I was simply trying to work together to find some reasonable solution instead of continuing to watch everyone else get seated while our family, including small children, kept waiting. Absolutely horrible customer service experience.

This local spot hit the spot with its satisfying comfort food. The fried catfish was good and…read moreflaky. The crispy, airy onion rings were fried perfectly. The biscuit was delicious and paired well with the rich, flavorful red beans and rice. The freshly made beignets were a sweet and perfect finish.

I was in NOLA for Essence Festival and wanted authentic food and saw this restaurant had strong…read morereviews. They weren't wrong! My shrimp po boy was so good and the bar tender was also very friendly. The po boy was so good, I decided to order alligator bites to go for a snack later. The bites weren't as good but I would definitely recommend trying out this spot! The restaurant was pretty full during the afternoon so I just sat at the bar. It was a nice experience.

So glad we were introduced to Luke! It's our new fav place when in NOLA for fresh oysters, great…read morefood, great service, and a nice vibe. I've been here three times and have not been disappointed by any visit. First time was a business trip and we were treated to lunch here. We ordered a LOT of different foods and shared. The escargot and bone marrow is a must-have appetizer! The shrimp and grits are down-right delish! And the bread pudding dessert is off the charts! Last visit was with my W on a personal trip. We sat at the bar and had the Murder Point oysters on the half shell, which are my new fav oyster. We also had their grilled oysters, which are so yummy! And we didn't realize were were there during happy hour, so yes, I had another Aperol Spritz because - hey half price - and when in NOLA! Can't believe I sis t take more photos! Come here - you'll thank me for it!

Service - perfection. Food - We ordered a selection of…read moreitems, including the Leidenhimer loaf, Flammenkuchen, gumbo, parm potatoes, shrimp and grits, and the pork schnitzel. The loaf was okay, the flammenkuchen was really delicious and rich, the gumbo was cold and tasted fishy (the staff removed this from our bill) the pork schnitzel was the best I've ever had, pa potatoes were heavenly, and the shrimp and grits will haunt my dreams forever. Ambiance - fancy but not foofoo