We bought a lovely party ring with diamonds. First, we were told by the store owner that it was an antique from Europe from the 1920s. Two jewelers back home confirm it is a new ring, not an antique. About two months after the purchase, the ring fell apart into two pieces. I sent photos and was told that the store would pay for the repair. When I sent the receipt for the repair ($290) I got no response. I called and the owner said "There is no way that ring just fell apart" and "you must have thrown that ring against a wall," basically calling me a liar. It did, in fact, simply fall into two pieces, no damage to it. We paid $4000 for the lovely ring. She is refusing to pay for the repair. We still love the ring but am saddened by our treatment and the proprietor's rudeness to us. read more

This is the worst store experience I have ever had in my entire life, and by the looks of the other Yelp reviews, I am not the only person who has been treated like absolute dirt at the place. My mom was in town visiting me this weekend and would not stop going on about this necklace she saw in a window on Royal St. She just had to track it down during business hours. When we finally found the store, the necklace was a bit out of her price range. Looking around and seeing all of the handmade-looking jewelry, I thought this could be a place that could cut us a deal. I barely had the words out of my mouth when the lady said very loud and rudely, "DON'T insult me! Are you JOKING? This is RETAIL not WHOLESALE! Please LEAVE!" and SNATCHED the necklace out of my had. Are you kidding me?! What kind of customer service is that?? If your prices are set in stone, that is all you have to say. Honestly, my mother probably would have paid full-price for that necklace. But after being treated like the scum of the earth, we wouldn't have bought a thing from that lady, even if she hadn't kicked us out. I try not to let miserable people bother me, but this lady really ruined our afternoon. I guess working in a store on Royal Street, you can get away with anything and the tourists will keep coming back. I won't be though, and I will probably tell every person I know. read more

Walking by on Royal Street one morning, a beautiful antique diamond and sapphire ring caught my eye. It was in the alluring window of Meilleur Joaillerie. The next day, my husband stopped by to enquire about it. The lady working there was welcoming and helpful and he brought me back later to buy the ring. We arrived a few minutes after closing but she let us in and did not rush us. It's such a gorgeous store with so many antique jewelry pieces that even modern day designers cannot replicate. I look forward to coming back one day, perhaps to buy another piece! read more

I went here shopping for bridal jewelry. I was really excited by what I saw in the display case. However, the gentlemen working seemed polite while the lady working was extremely rude. She just glared and repeatedly asked if she could show me something with the implication that otherwise I should leave. Fortunately, there are plenty of other fine jewelers on the street and I did not end the day empty handed. read more

A beautiful little necklace caught my eye several times as I was walking around the French Quarter. The first time, it was before the store opened. I looked for hours of operation on the door and on the internet, but none were to be found. I went back in the evening, after we had done some of our other sight-seeing, and the store was already closed. Now, this was a Sunday, so I understood if they had abbreviated hours. I went back on Monday morning, again, wondering what time they opened. Going back at approximately 10:10am, I walked in. I saw the woman behind the desk, either reading a phone, or a book.. or something. She did not bother to look up, or to greet me. Now, I was not dressed the part of a big shopper.. We had arrived in New Orleans, unprepared for the stretch of cold weather. But I had my eye on that necklace. After a couple of minutes of being in the store, and one full walk around the entire store, I said "Good Morning" and was replied to rather tersely. I asked if I may see a necklace in the winder. She said sure, got up, I pointed out two necklaces from the window, and I met her back in the store. At one point, I apparently a seemingly stupid question.....because she sort of laughed at me when she gave me the answer. But I continued trying on the two necklaces. In the meantime another customer came in and immediately knew what she wanted.. she pointed to a couple of pairs of earrings, was immediately helped and went on her way. I tried on another necklace that was inside of the store and noticed that both of the necklaces I had tried on earlier were gone. Before she left me to help the other customer (without excusing her self from me) I did say "I have decided against this one, but am still thinking about this other one). When this woman (shop owner?) was done with the other customer, she did not come back to me. She did not ask how I was doing. She did not offer to help me in any other way. She went and sat back down in the front corner of the store, opposite where I was. I found this odd, disrespectful and I was dumbfounded. I turned around, asked if she had put both of the necklaces away, she said yes. It was only then that she asked if I wanted to see anything else. I did not. There was no way I would give this store any of my money $118 for a necklace, or $2.00 for a postcard if they sold them. read more

8-12-14 stopped in to look at gorgeous earrings I saw in the shop window - the lady in store was very courteous & helpful told me to try them on and since I wasn't sure about purchase (it was definitely an impulse stop) she could ship them to me - my experience was very good - lucy read more

I found this store while walking through the french quarter. I thought the jewelry was beautiful and had to restrain myself from making an impulse buy. I did speak with the lady (regret I don't remember her name) and she informed me she could/would ship items. Wonderful experience! read more

Chandeliers are everywhere in this gorgeous boutique that epitomises the French Quarter. I came in here to find some jewelry but, sadly, left empty handed. I do wish that there was more merchandise in the store. Coming from Chicago, I think that back home the merchant would have stuffed the store with at least twice as many baubles yet it would have the same feeling. The store is filled with jewelry at all different price points. And the chandeliers are for sale as well! read more

My mom and I visited Meilleur Joaillerie earlier this week while we were visiting New Orleans. My mom is a sucker for unique jewelry, so this place was heaven for her. The wonderful lady that assisted us couldn't have been more accommodating, friendly and entertaining. She walked us through the store, offering different variations of earrings my mom had her eye on, and even giving us the information of the jewelry designer when we completed our transaction. The prices for the pieces are unbelievable, and the pieces themselves were gorgeous and well-made. One of the many favorite experiences of our trip down to the Big Easy. read more

I received a hand selected necklace and matching earrings as a wedding gift from my Aunt and Uncle. They reside in NOLA, and choose this shop for their unique pieces. It is a beautiful set, and I get more compliments on it because it isn't something that can be purchased "on-line". Yelper's just like to "gripe" and use foul language thinking it will get the point across. #Tacky read more

I was looking for this store during my visit this weekend. Last time I was here was 18-years ago. Just as unique and one of a kind as ever. A must when visiting. Love it! read more

I have purchased two necklaces from this store, I love them both. This first necklace was puchased twelve yeares ago, I finally made it back to New Orleans last week and was lucky enough to find this shop again. The shop owner was very gracious and let us into the shop as she was closing so that I could purchase my second necklace. It is an awesome store. I'm wearing my new necklace in my profile picture. Love this store. read more

Walking by the beautiful jewelry in the window caught my eye immediately. I was in New Orleans around the holidays and decided to start my Christmas shopping. BIG MISTAKE! I purchased 2 pairs of earrings. One for myself and one for a gift. The woman working wasn't helpful at all until she realized I wanted to spend money in her store. Jump ahead to Christmas and the earrings were given to my mom. The earring were too heavy for her and wouldn't stay in her ear lobes! I called to exchange the style for the ligher weight style (also larger and more expensive) and was rudely told there was nothing she would do for me. I offered to ship them back to her, pay the difference for the larger, more expensive style and pay the shipping back to me in IL. She refused and basically laughed at me! So, now I'm stuck with a pair of earrings my mom can't wear and now I don't even want to wear my earrings because they remind me of this store and my awful experience. Very disappointed! read more

Loved this place. Lady that was helping me knew the history of nearly every ring I looked at. Beautiful place.