It has taken awhile for me to get to Justine, because I'm such a fan of its colleague, La Petite Grocery, 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! read more

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We made a reservation and wanted to rush in especially since we heard they were closing. I'm really not 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. read more

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Gastropub restaurant on the outskirts of the French Quarter. It is a gorgeous restaurant, with a simple menu dedicated to French and local favorites. Menu items to try when you visit: Justine Burger Little Gem Lettuces Any of the steak items Service: Service was impeccable; they run a tandem system with two waiters, one for beverages and the other for main dishes. Please visit Justine's when in New Orleans! They're wonderful!! read more

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Street parking only, very chill and casual atmosphere. We came here during COOLinary with the pre fixe menu. The food was top notch and the drinks were even better! I am all about that espresso martini trend and Justine's did not disappoint. They had non-alcoholic creamsicle drinks but thankfully they allowed us to order a couple with alcohol. We tried one with tequila and the other with rum. I can't remember which was better but something tells me it was the rum. Even though it was a limited menu, they definitely had it all together, down to the desserts. Looking forward to trying this place with their normal menu! read more

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We had a great server the hostess had a great interview when we walked in the space is beautiful. I'm so sorry they're closing. Our drinks were yummy. The food took the second to come, but I could tell that it was all prepared and hot. I had fish and grits, we had a oyster appetizer salad was yummy read more

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We were staying outside the Quarter, but close enough that we could walk here. We were greeted right away and they had our reservation ready and knew of some food allergies that wee have and made sure the kitchen was aware of them. We had drinks while perusing the menu and decided on a Gem salad with fried oysters and hen we split the fresh catch of the day. Snapper, fried light with haricot verts and a beurre blanc sauce was just what we were looking for. There are so many venues to choose from here, but we could not have been happier with our selection. Thank you for a great meal on our last night in town. read more

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What a beautiful restaurant, with amazing food to boot! The best shrimp and grits I had in New Orleans, and the most amazing dirty martinis with blue cheese olives. My one complaint is that they seemed under-staffed. Food took a long time to arrive and the staff seemed flustered. I asked for a glass of wine and the waiter said he would send over a sommelier, but 10 min later said the somm was too busy. The glass of white I was given was lukewarm and he said they didn't have a chilled bottle on hand. So that was a not very nice part but otherwise the experience was great. read more

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I had the BEST fish & chips I have ever had here. Will definitely come back just for that. I have been recommending it to everyone since I had it. Staff is also very nice and attentive. I never felt rushed or that I was waiting on service. read more

What an absolute master piece of a bar. Really creative, innovative & expertly executed cocktails. We had already eaten, so we weren't hungry, but all the drinks we had were phenomenal. What we also loved was that our bartender was from Miami like us! The service was top notch and the space itself was beautiful. Highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend this bar if you're going to NOLA. read more

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I was recently visiting New Orleans with a co worker and we stopped in one night for dinner. Specifically, we were there on a random Tuesday night and there was quite a bit of business, which says a lot to me as Tuesday nights tend to be on the slower side. Justine's is a cool location. It looks small from the outside. but is much larger once inside. They have an indoor/outdoor seating area and then the restaurant has a front seating area, then bar top seating to face the kitchen and then a larger back room area. We were seated in this back room area. My co worker ordered a martini and I a Diet Coke. and I also ordered a Diet Coke. He ordered escargot. "No thanks," said I, "but you go ahead." He said they were very good. They arrived in a sizzling parsley-garlic butter. They smelled really good, but still a nope for me. For dinner, we both ordered the Justine Burger. It was a very good burger and it happened to be the first place that has ever actually melted the gruyere cheese on the burger. It was a very good burger. I'm part of a burger club and this was one of the better burgers I've had. You could taste the meat and to me, that's incredibly important, as if the burger itself is not part of the flavor profile of the "sandwich". In this case, you could taste everything and all of it was incredibly good! I then ordered the vanilla creme brulee (when in the French Quarter...) and it was very good too. Not too sweet and perfectly caramelized. The food was great, ambience nice and not loud at all. Great for groups or couples. read more

Food was good. Not sure how to explain it. Everything was good but wouldn't go back. Meaning, happy we ate there but wasn't anything that would bring me back. Had the burger, BLT, eggs and onion soup. Cute place. Good vibes. Good food, but not amazing. A bit in the pricier side for what you get. read more

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We were in town for a HF Sinclair Midstream Managers Summit. Our Operations Coordinator rented out the restaurant for our group. This place did not disappoint. We had a two hour cocktail and small plates. The wrapped shrimp was awesome. Then we had a shortened menu for dinner service which was well rehearsed and quick. Absolutely outstanding service and food. read more

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Went for the Restaurant Week Menu but, we strayed from it a bit! I'll highlight the Restaurant Menu first! － Restaurant Week(RW) Menu: $ Laura Chenel's Cherve (goat cheese) - smooth and tangy, the additions were fun to eat with Shrimp and grits -I'm a sucker for shrimp and grits and I approve! The grits were creamy, smooth, and just amazing! Not only was it a vehicle for the shrimp gravy, but it offset the heaviness of the gravy. It was enjoyable. Banana sticky toffee pudding -brûlée bananas with a single cookie scoop of vanilla ice cream topped with candied pecans sat on top of rum caramel Need I say more? Off RW menu Escargot (snail) -Arrived to the table with the garlic parsley butter sizzling! It was audible that you had to prepare your tongue for a 2nd degree burn lol so be careful with that. We enjoyed this appetizer! It was firm and tasted like a mild salty mushroom if you're wondering about what it tastes like! Hanger steak -This was delicious. We ordered it to be cooked at medium rare and that's what we received! Topped with peppercorn sauce, it gave the dish a more sharp and slightly spicy notes of black pepper. Drinks: Espresso Martini I didn't taste too much espresso in it due to the ratio of gin used. I would give it another chance though. Rosé Bellini This was sweet and refreshing! Overall the service was fast and flowed well. The interior design is gorgeous. Perfect for brunch or date night Use the bathroom because on the way there, you'll see their walls to their back dining room beautifully decorated! read more

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While strolling down the street in search of some ice cream, I spotted this beautifully decorated spot and couldn't resist stopping in for a drink. While waiting for my order at the milkshake place across the street, I wandered over to Justine's. Despite feeling slightly underdressed for such an elegant setting, I was greeted warmly, like an old friend coming back home. I settled in at the bar and bombed the bartender with hella questions, which he graciously answered. We decided on a gin cocktail, and he even let me sample a gin I'd never tried before--talk about great service! This place has a fantastic vibe, and I'll definitely be back for more! read more

Justine - Romeo & Julie or something like that - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Stopped by Justine's to get a quick bite to eat. We were able to make reservations in advance. Called to move up our reservation, and had no problem doing so! This restaurant is very aesthetic. Nice for a cute night out or date night. Service was great and pretty fast. I do wish the menu was a bit longer. Also, I don't eat meat, and there were limited options for non meat eaters (but for folks who eat meat, there were some good options). We tried the crawfish Mac and cheese, remoulade salad, and pommes frites. Really enjoyed the Mac and cheese, it's extra cheesy. read more

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Beautiful place and great service however food was not what I was expecting. My escargot came out dry has to send them back as they were overcooked and no butter was left. Steak frites was just average. read more

Justine - Escargot - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great atmosphere, outstanding ambiance and decor, and fabulous service. I had the Lavish Lavender Royale cocktail: sparkling wine, crème de cassis, lavender syrup, lemon. I fully intended to try the Elysian Spritz and the Pink Peppercorn Paloma as well but the Lavender Royale was so good, I stuck with it. I was with fellow foodies, one who works at Justine, and they both said the burger was the best in the French Quarter. The Justine burger comes with a half pound patty, gruyère, arugula, sauce au poivre, and hand cut fries. Although I loved it, I started with the steak tartare and I haven't gotten over it yet. I love steak tartare and I haven't found a finer one in the city: The menu says fresh horseradish, dijon dressing, egg yolk, pain de mie all mixed in with the chopped steak but the toast it's served with is legendary. read more

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The French Quarter has so many hidden gems and Justine is one of them. With vibrant murals on the walls this place exudes character. I came here for a private party. It wasn't a formal sit-down meal, but the passed h'orderves were delicious. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the cocktails were fantastic! Especially, the Espresso Martini. Next time I'm in town I'll come back for dinner so I can enjoy the full experience. read more

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Fantastic French food in downtown New Orleans. Service was top notch and ambience perfect for a nice evening out whether it's for business, a date or just good food. I tried the escargot, the French onion soup and their fish of the day. Was not disappointed in anything I tried. Bread was delicious and warm. Had to stop myself from going too crazy because they will absolutely give you more. Highly recommend if you're in the area looking for something a little more upscale and absolutely delicious! read more

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Great service. Cute atmosphere. Pretty drinks. Food a little pricey for what it is but celebs go here & it's in middle of the quarter. Limited menu. Especially for vegans & vegetarians or allergies read more

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Loved this place! I'm in town for a conference and they hosted a welcome reception here, with cocktails and an amazing buffet! My faves were the grilled snapper and crab Mac & cheese. It's a large space with a bar in front and tables in the back past the buffet. I couldn't stay long because I had a dinner at another place but I had an enjoyable time here. It's a great place to host an event! read more

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The burger here was amazing. The menu isn't very big, but anything you get will be delicious. The staff was very friendly. The drinks really stood out to me. Atmosphere was perfect for my work meeting. read more

Justine - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This place was delicious!! I highly recommend. We went late on a weekday and were able to get a spot at the bar. Bartender was entertaining and we met a director who was filming a movie in Nola at the time who was also sitting at the bar. The shrimp and grits were perfect. Our drinks were delicious. Great interior, great for a nice night out. read more

Justine - Shrimp and grits - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Terrible experience at Justine. Do not be fooled by the restaurant's branding as a Chef Justin Devillier and James Beard winner. We were a table of 3 and waited over an hour for our food with no explanation. When it finally came, two of the dishes were cold -- the fried chicken sandwich had a bun that tasted like it came straight from the refrigerator, the fries were old and cold, and the shrimp and grits were the same. The burger came out 10 minutes after the other two plates and was flavorless. We sent two dishes back, and they did replace them fairly quickly - which suggests they replaced the dishes with someone else's order, had extra, or reheated them. Our server was nonchalant about everything and did not offer an explanation or apology. Do not waste your time or money here. read more

Came here for brunch during our NOLA trip. cute fresh nouveau French bistro vibes. Interior greens and pinks and neon pinks. Staff are all helpful and friendly, very attentive to your experience and providing appetizing and good vibes. Excellent cocktails and pleasing plates. I ordered the orleans coffee and it was excellent for a brunch meal, coffee, chocolate and holiday spice. Other favorites is the negroni and nouveau carre. Food: Ordered the Deviled eggs: nice appetizer, the salmon roe topping gave it an elevated and umami kick to it Escargots: creamy, verbally, and sinfully decadent dipping rye bread into the sauce. The snail is tender and not gamey. Fried chicken sandwich avec frites: crispy marinaded fried chicken, pickles, brioche bread. Frites come with a French mustard and ketchup dips. Also recommend the shrimp and creamy grits. The best I had so far at NOLA. Shrimps are fresh and clean. Broken rice grits are creamy and silky texture. I wish we had time for dessert but we were in a hurry. I will really come back for dinner menu and desserts read more

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This place has nice French Bistro feel so you can get there on energy and atmosphere. I ordered the red snapper special which the waiter said was right off the docks. However I am unsure if the fish delivered was red snapper nor had it come just off the docks. It was close to closing so perhaps they had run out of the special and simply forgot to inform. The server staff was cheery. Dessert cake was not worth the calories. read more

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Brunch Bliss at Justine - 5 Stars! If brunch were an Olympic sport, Justine would be taking home the gold! I strolled in, and it was like stepping into a vibrant Parisian daydream--so much charm, I half expected to see a beret-wearing mime! The seared fish, eggs, and side salad I had? Absolute perfection. It's like the chef knew exactly what my soul needed that morning. The vibe was as welcoming as a New Orleans second line, and the decor? Let's just say it's the kind of place that makes you want to stay for one more mimosa. Hats off to the staff and chef read more

To have more than 4 stars I just wasn't impressed. I ordered the onion soup and tbh I have a recipe from a sweet little man on TikTok that's better. What I ate was watered down and I felt like it was flavored with kitchen bouquet. I ordered the daily fish. It was redfish. Nothing spectacular. It was supposed to have a lemon butter sauce on it but maybe there was a tsp of that under the green beans? I asked to swap the green beans for the Brussels that came with another dish and was told no. My husband ordered the strip. It was uneventful except he ordered the Mac and cheese and never got it. Our waitress disappeared for about 15 minutes at one point so we never told her and were running late for a House of Blues concert so we just paid and left. Totally underwhelming. Ambiance and vibe was cool. Guess they have that going for them read more

Justine - Signage - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

After a long journey and a flight connection, we were ready to enjoy some New Orleans food. Justine did not disappoint. My wife loved her Shrimp and Grits and the Seared Scallops, Pickled Artichoke and Corn were a perfect light option. The Red Velvet Cake was a decadent beginning to our NOLA getaway. Yet another fav to add to our "Let's Return " list of restaurants. read more

Justine - Justine's - Seared Scallops over Corn with Pickled Artichoke - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Sooo yummy. Had reservations for a large party to celebrate. 21st birthday. Service was great and food fantastic! Very expensive, party over 6 has auto gratuity of 20%. Bill for a family of 9 came to $775 read more

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We had heard the streak frites were fantastic and they were. I think at that moment we decided we could live on steak frites and French 75's for a long time. It was lunch time so very quiet and we still needed oysters afterwards. The service was top notch and fare was presented beautifully for us weary travellers. Fries $8 Burrata $18 Cocktails $18 More than enough to share. On the higher price end but worth it. read more

This is a very photogenic place if you're looking for a place to take cute photos. We went on a Saturday around 12 o'clock and it wasn't too busy. I will say I wish they had a larger menu with more options. We decided to order some small plates and share just to try a few things. I did see French onion soup on a yelp review, but unfortunately they didn't have it and I was definitely looking forward to it. The crawfish mac & cheese was very cheesy and creamy and a great option. The fries were still the best I've ever had. The shrimp remoulade was very differentand I would get it again. Enjoyed the small salad that came with it. read more

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The food was amazing and the drinks top notch. The bartender Phillip really made my experience special. He was attentive and offered drinks tailored to my taste. read more

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My mom and I were looking for some good French Onion soup and a cocktail Saturday afternoon between meals in the French Quarter and Justine's was perfect for that. The music was perfect - all my favorites were playing - and the Justine Sazerac was really amazing. If we had timed it right, having lunch or dinner here would have been nice. Great vibe and service. read more

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Absolutely yummy! I had the crispy quail, fish and chips, and crème brûlée and all were fabulous! I came here for my Bach trip and was served by Paula. She was so fun! Service was great! read more

10/08/22 The best dinner we had in New Orleans! The vibe, the music, the service and the food and drinks...everything was outstanding! We didn't have a reservation, so we were seated at the bar which turned out great! We had 2 amazing bartenders that made sure we were well taken cared of. I had a expresso martini and my husband got the bartender's choice which was a mezcale drink created by one of their bartenders. It was so good! I'm not a mezcale fan, but this drink would definitely changed one's mind. We ordered the Wild Boar Bolanese and the Wagyu Flank Steak with fries. My fries were overly fried IMO, but the steak was fantastic and made up for it. It had a demi glaze that was "chef's kiss". We ended our fabulous meal with a Vanilla Creme Brulee. It was dessert perfection. Highly recommend Justine's. read more

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My friend and I recently tried Justine for Coolinary Month. They had a curated menu of three courses, the third being a dessert, for $45 and a wine pairing that cost extra. Beware of the wine pairing, the menu said the wine pairing was $20 and we made the mistake of thinking this meant all three wines were $20 total, turns out it meant that they were $20 each! For my three courses, I chose the Mac & Brie, the Justine Burger, and the Meringue Cloud. They were all good, but maybe not the best. The Mac & Cheese was cheese overload with cheese upon cheese, but somehow the noodles in the middle still lacked a flavor or texture? The Justine Burger was a nice burger, there was too much arugula on top and the bun wasn't as toasted as I would prefer. The fries were good though, they came with a gravy sauce and the waiter brought out another sauce that was quite good! The Meringue was a good finish to the night, I made sure to finish the strawberries as I was quite full by the time the dessert came out. Drinks: We had the 3 Wine Pairings for the Coolinary Menu. The first two were quite good (not $20 good), but we could have done without the dessert wine. Happy Hour: I don't think so. They open at 5pm and I couldn't find a Happy Hour menu on their website. Service: Great! We had two waiters during the night. The first one was very knowledgeable about the food and what made them so unique and flavorable. Our water was kept filled throughout the night. Parking: The French Quarter can be tough to find parking. It may be easier to take public transportation. Pets: Not a pet friendly restaurant. Outside Seating: I didn't see any. read more

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this is one of my favorite French onion soups in nola - plus they make a great dirty martini. The restaurant is gorgeous & we really enjoy sitting at the bar. read more

I'm giving this a five because it was my favorite place on our recent New Orleans visit. Walk past the busy breakfast places with long lines, and step into a little piece of reasonable luxury. We were sat within minutes. Decor classy and inventive. Our server was quirky, witty, and not annoying. Win for the most beautiful Bloody Mary. Service was a little slow, but you shouldn't be here if you're in a massive hurry. Enjoy the time. Even though the menu is limited, and not particularly "local" feeling, the food is to die for. The Beef Debris was nothing short of amazing. Shrimp and Grits seemed like a small portion but it was just right. read more

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Came in around 11am recently and sat at the bar and enjoyed a nice meal and great service from the bartender. Food and wine were very good. Lots of attitude and arrogance from the hosts. Restaurant was pretty empty and watched them turn away customer after customer for about an hour and a half while I ate. They were unpleasant to me and the staff. Seemed very bitter about something. read more

Justine - Great service from bartender and good food and wine - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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