Brunch at Justini's was a 10/10 when it came to the food and drinks! Everything was absolutely…read moredelicious and definitely worth it. Our server, Jaylen, was amazing--attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. The service alone made the experience even better! I'll definitely be back for the food and drinks. Justini's did not disappoint!

Ok My first time here and I felt that the hype may be different than what I thought. We made…read morereservations but since it was the Essence fest it took forever to get here. So by the time we came it was past our reservations. Also, we waited a long time maybe around an hour in the lounge area just ordering drinks where I felt we could have just eaten because after our table was ready they said we could sit there when we were already sitting. They did have a good happy hour menu. However, blueberry lemon drop was very sweet, and the lemon drop. I felt that the drinks were not good but way on the sweeter side and not enough alcohol. For my food, I ordered the happy hour hot sausage taco and salmon. I felt that it could have been better. The tacos weren't all that great or cooked to profession like I thought they would be. I guess since I order just tacos it's really hard to say about the other food options which I heard is really good. So if I do come back to New Orleans and I come back here I will try I entrée instead. Overall, my experience this time was a 3/5. Also, it wasn't really modern and I felt that the bar was very small and tight and I didn't like the seating outside. I feel like it's more of a place to come hang out and just grab a drink, and enjoy happy hour if you do come. I highly recommend making reservations. -Marshay D.

Love praline bacon a lot. I have never seen any restaurant serving chicken liver but here. So I…read moretake it. It was yummy and pair well with the pepper jelly. However, it's not for every one as my son did not like it. Our waitress is very good. She is friendly and attentive. Love the artwork at the restaurant so vibrant. Good experience!

I had my first meal in New Orleans here. The space was full of eclectic, pretty art pertaining to…read moreNew Orleans. There were plenty of chairs and tables. There was a casual, welcoming, as well as comfortable atmosphere to the place. Bacon Praline. Chef's kiss. This was the best bacon I have ever had! It was satisfyingly crispy, absolutely mouthwatering, expertly candied, topped with a generous dusting of praline, giving it an additional sweet taste and adding another layer of deliciousness to it. For my brunch meal, I ordered the Smothered Smoked Pork Chops with potatoes, eggs, and biscuit. The Pork Chops were tender with great smoky flavor, while the accompanying white, savory sauce was tasty and well seasoned with bits of meat. It was just a bit too fatty for me. Potatoes were also yummy, cooked perfectly, and slightly crispy. I requested the eggs to be fried over hard, and it was a bit weird, because the yolk seemed to be mixed in. It was also a little bland. Biscuit was too dry. Overall, this was a nice place to have brunch. Service was solid. The waitress was super friendly and everything came out in a timely manner. I would consider returning just to get the Bacon Praline again! I was also intrigued by the Waffle and Duck Hash with sweet potato, so want to try that dish.

We came back on a Saturday and it was even better. The food was as great but they had live music…read moreand I loved every minute of it!

Whenever people are looking for a hidden gem in New Orleans, one of the places I send them to is…read moreOrigen Bisto. Their flavors are so impressive they'll send you straight to Venezuela! What I had most recently were the Arepas Fritas (3 arepas topped with shredded chicken, meat, and cheese), Tuna Tiradito, Branzino with so many fun sauces, The Cluck Norris (if they have this, GET IT! A fantastic take on a fried chicken sandwich), and few cocktails - Origen Spritz, Royal Punch, and Manhattan Cristalino While the cocktails were a bit too sweet for my taste, I'll continue coming back for the food time and time again. Chef Julio regularly introduces specials, so there's always something new to try too! This bywater gem doesn't receive enough recognition

I took my wife here for dinner since she's an absolute seafood fiend. I was concerned at first due…read moreto its very "fast food" vibe, but it turns out the price of the food is merited by the quality and quantity that you receive. When I went, service was prompt and wait times short. Everything was hot and flavorful, and it didn't take long for us to demolish what we were given. While the food may feel fancy, the environment certainly isn't. This isn't a "nice restaurant", it's a basic one that's kept clean and themed. If you're craving seafood, I strongly recommend you making this your go-to step.

I usually get the shrimp poboy from fiery crab and I always enjoy it. I had a taste for onion rings…read moreand saw they had some so I ordered it. I went through the drive through. I waited a few minutes (not too long) and it came out nice and hot. Onion rings were really good. Sandwich was good as well. I feel like the price is reasonable.

A time was had!! The wait was long, it was hot outside. They were very packed but thankfully we got…read morea table before I gave up. Our bartender was AMAZING!! I wish I remembered her name but she worked the top floor bar. We tried the charbroiled oysters!! And it was interesting for my first time trying oysters. We also both tried the red beans and rice with fried chicken because there was a female at the bar we were seated to recommend it because of how juicy it was. Obviously I'm quickly influenced, don't judge me lol. We tried so many lemon drops it was ridiculous lol and to end our night BOOM our food was paid for by a young gentleman. Talk about a good time Will y'all bash me if I forgot to take pictures of the chicken? I was living in the moment

The gumbo ramen and baked macaroni were 10/10…read more The service was a bit slower than I would've preferred given we had a reservation and did not get seated for 20 minutes. The vibes were amazing especially with the music.

Back AGAIN!! On every trip to NOLA, I eat at Jack Dempsey's! The food is always on fire with flavor…read moreand freshness. The service staff are always super friendly, knowledgeable of the menu, and the kitchen arrives at the right pace to allow good fellowship and enjoyment of every bite of food. We arrived around 5:30 PM for an early meal. There were a few patrons. Within an hour, the seating area was full! Everyone was talking to their table mates, laughing with their friends, and nodding their heads affirming their enjoyment of their food. We had the large platter - catfish, shrimp, crawfish pies, crab balls, gumbo, fried okra, Mac n' Cheese, and fries (for those of us who didn't eat okra and gumbo - LOL). Another incredible time at Jack Dempsey's! I look forward to seeing you during my next visit. Enjoy!!

Definitely on the list of classic NO experiences. Right across from the old Naval Support Activity,…read morebut don't let that put you off. Service is friendly and pretty fast (but not rushed), and this was with a large senior center field trip happening at the same time. Good value for the money. And the bathrooms are spotless, always a good sign for me.

This restaurant earned a review before you even taking a single bite -- and J&J Seafood is exactly…read morethat kind of place. We stumbled upon J&J on Yelp while visiting from out of town for a volleyball tournament. The reviews were great, and the fact that it's a standalone, independent restaurant -- not a chain -- made it even more appealing. We were so eager that we pulled up before they even opened and waited in the parking lot. No shame. Here's where we went wrong: we hadn't done our homework. J&J is takeout only -- no dine-in. Since we were heading out of town that same day with no hotel room to return to, sitting down to eat simply wasn't an option for us. We had to make the tough call to find somewhere else. But here's what made all the difference -- the gentlemen who opened that morning were absolutely wonderful. Despite our situation, they welcomed us in without hesitation, made sure we had a place to sit while we figured out our next move, and never once made us feel rushed or like an inconvenience. When we explained we'd have to leave, they were completely gracious and understanding about it. Warm, genuine, and patient -- like a family member who's just happy you stopped by, even without calling first. I left without eating a single thing, and I'm still thinking about this place. J&J Seafood, you have a customer for my next Louisiana visit -- and that's a promise.

Beautiful weather in New Orleans today and decided to have a picnic in my backyard, so of course I…read morestopped by J&J to grab a couple pounds of boiled crawfish and sausage for the occasion. No line, and I could smell the boil from the Main Street! Now, it's still early in the season so it was $8.99/lb but still worth it. Crawfish was juicy, flavorful, with tolerable spice! Listen, this is NOT a dine-in type of place, so get yours and find you somewhere else to congregate lol I love that it's a smaller, family owned business because the customer service is a 10, ALWAYS.

A local friend introduced us to Fives. Such an awesome place! We had amazing drinks. I thought I…read moreordered the Mexican Firing Squad. I may have the name wrong but the drink was intensely spicy which is right up my alley. I could feel a little sweat under my eyes which makes me happy. My friend had the Pepino and the cucumber swirl was a nice touch. We had super fresh oysters and learned some of them came from the bartender's family area. We liked the smaller less milky ones and they took good care of us. All yummy. The caviar was a nice spread. I had only had caviar one other time in my life. I really liked the caviar on the potato chips with a bit of egg white and yolk, plus a touch of crème. Very flavorful! I highly recommend this place. Every spot at the bar is cool. The chandelier is so pretty and i loved the lighting in the back bar area.

Beautiful space with the bar situated perfectly, affording a view of Jackson Square, Fives has a…read moregood selection of spirits, wines and beer. If you're vegan, know there's not a single plant-based option on the menu (I didn't ask about modifications), but I was here only to get a drink and it's truly the perfect place in the French Quarter to do so. Andrea is now behind the stick and expertly will pour you the cocktail best aligned with what you're thirsting for at the moment. I love the old timey vibes, with the gorgeous fixtures, chandelier and marble topped horseshoe bar. There's also several tables if sitting at the bar isn't your thing. My glass of bubbly was cold and sparkling and just what the doctor ordered.