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    Muriel's Jackson Square

    4.2 (2.7k reviews)
    PriceyCajun/Creole
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MURIEL'S JACKSON SQUARE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Bread service to start off a great meal at Muriels
    Michelle S.

    My daughter was adamant about eating here after seeing it recommended on her tiktok feed for can't miss NOLA Spots. I made a rezzy on OT and we were seated right away. All of our food tasted great and the only issue was when my pork chop came slathered with the apple jelly sauce despite me asking for it on the side. I sent it back and was eventually given a fresh one without the sauce. The waitress apologized which was appreciated but I thought perhaps because of the cost point and status of the restaurant, they might offer a discount or a dessert to make up for the inconvenience of having to wait for my entree. My daughter had hoped to go upstairs to see a certain room that is supposedly haunted in the restaurant but they had private parties so the upstairs was closed off to the public. Maybe next time.

    Soup of the day- mushroom
    Chelsea B.

    The BEST shrimp and grits I have ever had! Friends had recommended we go to Muriel's and it was my favorite place I ate in NOLA. Reservations were easy to make and our table was ready when we arrived. The staff was friendly and service was impeccable. We also went during thier Jazz brunch and the Jazz trio was fantastic. Highly, highly recommend if you're visiting NOLA!

    Egg benedict shrimp cake
    Samantha C.

    Had a reservation for right when they begin their Sunday jazz brunch. It went downhill from the moment I checked in. I ordered the brunch menu special which comes with an appetizer, main, and a dessert. Gumbo (1/5) -- very bitter, occasional bits of inedible pieces too tough to swallow safely Eggs benedict over shrimp cakes with potato brabant (2/5) -- the shrimp cakes were mostly filler, each containing maybe one whole shrimp if you get lucky and the mushy texture of them combined with the hollandaise made me so nauseous as they resembled baby food. Asparagus was oversalted while the potatoes had no salt and lost their crispiness within 10 minutes. The only saving grace for this course was their hot sauce, arguably the highlight of the entire meal Bread pudding (2/5) -- had the highest hopes since this is raved about, but it was a pile of mush, lacking any texture whatsoever, sat in the most clawingly sweet sauce. The candied pecans served alongside were quite chewy instead of crisp. Managed to eat the top half only because it wasn't doused in sauce and had a nice crust A huge shout out to my waiters Alice and Marin for their tentativeness. They were on top of things, refilling my water without me having to ask and consistently checking in. On the flip side, the hostess with the short curly hair and blush blindness is quite possibly the rudest I have ever encountered. When I checked in, I did not receive a smile let alone a single glance. She asked me for my name and instead ordered someone else to take me to my table. On my way out, she failed to say goodbye to me and others even though she had nothing to do but sit at the front. Jazz 5/5 -- I came mostly for this experience and loved it. The group played me a song of my choice and played around the room for about 30 minutes before going to other dining areas. Unfortunately, the jazz and wait staff did not make up for the food. If I am ever back in New Orleans, I will steer clear of this place.

    Cool seating areas
    Garrett Z.

    So, I was in NOLA for work last summer and managed to get to this historic location before I left town. It was kind of on my trip's bucket list since this place is so historic and a cultural icon to the city. I've passed by it multiple times while walking through Lafayette Park and have heard the ghostly stories on a few walking tours. I've also heard they give a pretty authentic food experience so of course I had to step in at least once and try it out! Walking through the doors, you can just feel the history. Every nook and cranny is covered in artwork and brickwork. The building is pretty neat to take a walk through, many neat little places to explore (like an indoor-ish courtyard on the way to the bathrooms, very neat). I tried the full NOLA experience with a sazerac cocktail, classic shrimp and grits and bread pudding to finish it all off. Everything was pretty good. Not my favorite shrimp and grits (I rather have a creamier sauce) but it was still cooked perfectly and tasty. The bread pudding and the cocktail were very good. Service was top notch. You know they only hire top talent because no one was slaking off or taking it easy. Full service meant full service. There was always someone to fill your glass, take a plate and check on your table. Prices were on the higher side but this place is a fancy location and the service is top notch so I didn't feel like I was getting fleeced. Great date night or celebration spot for sure. If you are looking for a well renowned establishment that offers a great experience in the heart of New Orleans, this place would fit the bill.

    Malinalli L.

    Cute restaurant, steak was good but they did not have additive free Tequila, and they did not have Mezcal at all. My drink was not good not too excited about this place , I felt full but I will not go back

    Louisiana Duck & Chaurice Hash
    John S.

    This place was phenomenal. I had the duck hash. It was outta this world. Our waitress was great and we had a wonderful brunch. After brunch we went up stairs where they had a cool balcony that looked out on Jackson square. The place is supposedly haunted.

    Happy hour
    Libby V.

    Visiting Jackson Square, we realized it was 4 o'clock and that means happy hour ( its 5 o'clock somewhere) We headed right in, got a drink at the bar then headed upstairs to the balcony. The view was outstanding and great for people watching. Also got the best view of the famous iron railing across the street. Service was quick and friendly and prices fair. I'm putting this on my "must do" list for every trip to NOLA! Try it...you can thank me later.

    History
    Nora K.

    Hands down the best shrimp and grits I've had in the French quarter , and I tried them all. From Brennans , Commanders Palace to hole in the wall places like cafe Amelia, Coops, Vampire cafe, Negril , Fives .. just the best food was here, with close runner up Coops! The drinks were top notch and the shrimp crepes keep me awake at night

    Pimm's cup
    Ann L.

    We lucked out and were able to walk in without a reservation on a Tuesday night around 5:30PM with a group of 8. It never hurts to try, and this time it paid off. The atmosphere is historic and the enclosed courtyard near our table was lovely. I had a classic Pimm's Cup cocktail which was refreshing. I had the shrimp and grits for my entree which was amazing. The shrimp were fresh, sweet, and perfectly cooked. The grits were rich and delicious. Service was excellent and our server was able to answer questions about menu items. They are able to accommodate allergies as well and explicitly ask if anyone at the table has allergies which is really helpful. So happy we were able to enjoy a dinner here.

    Gavin H.

    Found this restaurant based on the Chase credit and was glad they had it there, this place was great! On the corner lot of Jackson Square, this places welcomes you with friendly dapper staff along with a beautifully aesthetic inside. There is a lot of culture popping in here with a lot of artwork around. The menu consists of some great crafted cocktails and a refined menu. They have both a prix fixe menu as well as à la carte. Everything was great, but the sweet potato soup was definitely the standout of all the dishes that we got. Overall, would definitely recommend this place if you are in the area and want a great experience!

    Best fish I ever had
    Anthony L.

    Blown away by beautiful decor , service and food I had the pecan crusted barrel fish. Don't think I've had better My wife had the pork chop and was amazing. The crème brûlée dessert was insane. Spicy margaritas also top tier. Can't recommend enough

    Pork chop
    Robert L.

    Went to Muriel's on our first night in Nola and it did not disappoint. Extremely reasonable wine list and really friendly and polished servers. It's also one of the best deals in town. For $55 you get 3 impossible to choose courses. I started with the goat cheese crepes which were delectable. Followed with one of the best pork chops I've ever had. So good! Shrimp and grits were also terrific. Dessert was chocolate pecan pie which I couldn't stop myself from finishing. We will definitely return!

    Interiors
    LeeAnne W.

    We started out with Muriel's for dinner for the first night of our 2nd annual NOLA foodie trip with one of our favorite food and fun loving couples. We were very excited for our dinner.....but the experience fell short a little bit. There were numerous delays between our seating, water service, drink orders, food orders. The process was pretty frustrating although the staff seemed to be working very hard and seemed to be pretty frustrated too. I think there might have been a large party in another part of the restaurant that might have been occupying the wait staff. All of the food was pretty good but not spectacular. When you only have two to three evenings in a food centered city and your big meal is dinner; you cannot afford a mediocre experience.

    Fried green tomatoes with shrimp

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    What is dress code for Muriel's? Shorts allowed for 5:30 dinner?

    When we visited, we saw guests that very very dressed up as well as those in shorts and a nice shirt. It's a very touristy type restaurant, so I think they will take just about any outfit that comes off the street to be honest.

    Do they do live music and gospel brunch on Sundays?

    They have a Jazz Brunch on Sundays.

    Can my husband and I split the three course meal, just want to be sure there are no restrictions?

    I'd call and ask. We split the dessert and salad without an issue. They even gave us a second plate to split the salad.

    Where is the best place to park?

    At home and take an Uber. You can of course drive around and find meter parking ($6.35 for two hours - after 7 and on Sunday's it's free). You can find neighborhood parking but it's limited to 2 hours. You can park in a parking lot which can be… Read more

    Is it possible to order one of the pre fix entrees as Ala cart? Say if we preferred the prefix menu option to the Ala cart entree option but don't want to do the entire pre fix meal?…

    Hello Casey K. Thank you very much for your question. All of our appetizers, entrees and desserts are always available a la carte. Table d’hote menu options ordered a la carte are offered at a reduced price. Again, thank you for your interest in our… Read more

    Do they have a Thanksgiving menu? thanks

    Hello Anindita. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. You can find our Thanksgiving Menu on our website under the Menu tab. Again, thank you for your interest in Muriel's. --Denise Gratia, Director of Marketing

    What is the dress code, willyoubeopenChristmasday?

    I don't know about Christmas, but for brunch everyone was dressed in their Sunday best

    Can you order food at the bar?

    Hello Khristine J. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. We serve our full menu at the bar. We serve a limited menu between lunch and dinner. But otherwise, you are welcome to order from whatever menu we are serving. Again, thank you… Read more

    Are children welcome for dinner dining? Is there a separate children's menu?

    Hello Lacy B. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. We absolutely welcome children to dine with us and we do offer a Children's Menu. Our Children's Menu consists of Fried Shrimp, Chicken Tenders, Grilled Chicken Breast and a Pasta Dish.… Read more

    Are there vegan options?

    Yes, I've found that they are happy to work with you to accommodate your dietary needs.

    Can you eat dinner at the bar and I think I remember there is a tv in the bar correct?

    Hello Mr. Tom C. Thank you very much for your interest in our restaurant. Yes, we serve our full… Read more

    Can men wear shorts for dinner or would prefer they wore jeans or slacks?

    Hello Judith M. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. Gentlemen may feel comfortable in nice walking shorts during the middle of festival season and the extreme summer heat that we sometimes experience. We do ask that gentlemen remove… Read more

    Made reservations for Easter Sunday Brunch at 10am, will the jazz band be playing then or do they start later, we don't want to miss the band?

    Hello Lala C. Thank you for choosing our restaurant. Our band starts at 10:15 on Easter morning. Have a great day! --Denise Gratia, Muriel's Jackson Square

    Do you have a special New Years Eve Dinner?

    probably...

    I made a reservation for Sunday brunch. Can I eat inside the Seance room or is that a separate reservation? If not, can I visit the Seance room after eating my food at the table I'm assigned?

    Hello Sarah H. Thank you very much for choosing our restaurant. We do not offer dining service in the Seance Lounge, but guests are welcome to go upstairs and enjoy a cocktail before or after their meal provided there are no private events booked… Read more

    Can you tell me about dress code?

    Hello Marilyn B.! Thank you very much for your interest in Muriel's. Our dress code is casual. Jeans are fine for gentlemen and jackets are not required. We do ask that gentlemen remove their hats in the dining room as well as wear shirts that… Read more

    Is the balcony connected to the bar? If you eat there are you able to go out on the balcony before or after your meal?

    Hello Sally R.! Thank you very much for your interest in our restaurant. Guests are welcome to purchase a cocktail from our bar downstairs and then enjoy that drink on the Balcony or in our Seance Lounge as long as we have no private events… Read more

    I am planning a meal here with my teenager and O know she wont be able to eat a whole pre fix meal. Are we able to split one? Is there a cost?

    I have been a Muriel's "regular" for a decade. Many times, I'll take or meet a party, but don't want a big meal. I just order several appetizer plates. Examples would be turtle soup, shrimp remoulade, then the seafood crepes, +/- a dessert. I… Read more

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