The worst dayyy and time to visit NOLA. in the hot hot summer. and trying to explore and eat in this heat. NONSENSE. Our friend heard from a local that this was a good place to eat so we trekked on over. Luckily we didn't have to wait long but even so, a sign caught our eye! frozen pimms cup!?!? amazing, yes we'll take 3! Refreshing in this nasty heat. You can get it non alcoholic too! We got seated and I ordered the avocado shrimp salad dish and the muffuletta! I was skeptical of the muffuletta, because I've had it once and it was a little too heavy/oily. But never had it in NOLA, the origin! IT WAS TASTY! It was light, not heavy and a great sandwich to share with my friend. The salad was GREEN, which was what I needed. lol the shrimp was tasty too. haha The host outside and inside were very friendly and welcoming. The server though was not so much. LOL but overall a good lunch spot if in the area! read more

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I heard about this online, and I was hoping for something amazing. I LOVE muffuletta's, so I was very excited to come try this one. However, it disappointed. I've had much better and much cheaper ones elsewhere. Also the staff were not very welcoming (they were very busy), but I think we saw our waiter maybe 3 times the whole meal (take our drink order, food order, and check). The bathrooms were super cramped, and not at all accessible if that matters to you Reuben Sandwich Pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, our Thousand Island dressing, on housemade marble rye - very very dry Our Specialty Italian Muffuletta Ham, Genoa Salami, Pastrami, Swiss and Provolone Cheese, Housemade Italian Olive Salad, served warm on our bakery's fresh seeded Italian Loaf - if you want a muffuletta, you get one. But it was very average. Dry and the bread was tough read more

Napoleon House - Hot Roast Beef - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Warm muffulettas and Pimm's Cups to remind you why you need these two in your life. Great little place, no reservations, but they take good care of you. You can also get a frozen Pimm's to go when beating the heat outside. read more

Omg! I have had muffalettas before in New Orleans but a WARM one, delightful! Crispy sesame bread, meats with melted cheese and their house olive spread. Wow. My server was so sweet, we spoke for a while and he told me his story of why he moved to New Orleans which I loved Its a very old building with alot of charm! And I wouldn't have it any other way. A 200 year old landmark. read more

Napoleon House - Warm Muffaletta and some bubbly - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This was one of the stops on my walking food tour. They served us a Pimm. I'm not a gin girl so I just sipped it to see what it tasted like. It was good. But the star of the show was the Muffuletta! Ham, salami, pastrami, cheeses, and olive spread in fresh baked bread. I have no picture because I devoured that sandwich. The bread was so perfectly made. I will go back to New Orleans just to revisit this sandwich. Listen to your girl on this one! read more

Napoleon House - Signage - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is another historic landmark and very much recommended place to dine. The Muffaletta sandwich is their key sandwich that everyone must have. The best! Try to get an inside table as the patio tables do not get the AC. Service is above average...but it's a great place and a must site to visit. read more

Napoleon House - Muffuletta Sandwich 1/2 with side of red beans and rice. - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Our experience at the Napoleon House was fantastic from start to finish. The atmosphere was classic New Orleans--historic, charming, and full of character service was alright. In all fairness it was a busy night. We started with the charcuterie board featuring alligator sausage, pâté, salami, blue cheese, Irish porter cheese, smoked gouda, cornichons, tomato jam, Creole mustard, and crostini, and everything was flavorful and perfectly paired. The warm Italian Muffuletta was another highlight, loaded with ham, Genoa salami, pastrami, Swiss, provolone, and olive salad on fresh seeded Italian bread. Absolutely delicious and a must-try when visiting. To finish, we had the Chocolate Doberge Cake, which was rich, decadent, and the perfect ending to the meal. Great food, unique ambiance, and authentic New Orleans charm. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the city. read more

Napoleon House - Alligator sausage, pâté, salami, blue cheese, Irish porter cheese, smoked gouda, housemade tomato jam, crostini so good a must when here - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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While we did have to wait in line, they definitely have efficiency down, because we didn't have to wait long, and out food came out just as fast. Our server was fantastic. He made great recommendations on good and serving sizes. Our meal was one of the most affordable ones of our trip, and it tasted great, too! The flatbread was very rich, but the toppings were very generous with lots of seafood and cheese. I thought the red beans and rice were fantastic, and the mufflada was great as well. We got the jambalaya was a little bit dry and was not as flavorful as it could have been. We would still go back because everything else was good. read more

Napoleon House - Crawfish Flatbread - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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After a long day of traveling to get to this wonderful city, Napoleon House was the perfect first bite of New Orleans that I needed. I heard good things about their take on the muffaletta, and boy was everyone right. This was absolute warm, cheesy, and perfectly balanced on the most perfect roll. Definitely will be coming back before I leave to get my hands on a full because the quarter that I ordered only left me for wanting more of it. Also a star was their gumbo, absolutely outstanding in a city where everyone serves it. Otherwise, a side of jambalaya was good but next time I'd pass on the shrimp Po boy. Though the shrimp had a nice breading and was cooked perfectly, it definitely felt lackluster and underwhelming compared to the stars of night. For drinks the dark and stormy was made perfectly and the OG pimms that they are known for was light and refreshing. Service was excellent as Abby was attentive, engaging and went above and beyond to answer any questions we had. Can't wait for that return trip. read more

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Went while walking through the French Quarter. I had a quarter of the Muffaletta sandwich and a side of the gumbo. The waiter was very nice, he seemed very seasoned and was good at upsellng the meal. The sandwich was very good, but came out too fast. I felt like it was kind of like a factory. They must be busy everyday, and they have the food waiting to be shipped out to the mouths in waiting. Felt, good, but too touristy. Although, the atmospjere was nice. They must be doing something very right, for them to be so busy, so I should probably quit while Im ahead. I just felt, it was too cookie cutter, the way everything was served. Anyway, its still a good stop, especially for the muffaletta sandwhich and conveniently located spot in a historic building. read more

Napoleon House - Quarter sandwich and gumbo. - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Food was great. Had the twofer special, gumbo and shrimp po boy. Drinks were good. A line started when we got there. First in, table for two. We were penalized because they sat 3 parties of 4 before us, making us wait 15 more minutes to get seated. read more

Napoleon House - Cbd drink - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Me and my Fiancée came to this restaurant looking for authentic New Orleans cuisine and we were not disappointed the finger foods were amazing.I had what tasted like a cross between ham and cheese melt with homemade bread and my fiancée had the gulf shrimp po-boy they both were great. The restaurant itself transports you to the 1900s with a French style that makes you feel like you're in France . read more

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Flavor of New Orleans.. we had lunch in the courtyard and then it was relaxing and the right perfect temperature. March in New Orleans is the right time to visit, it's not too hot and not muggy yet. We had the Pimms flight, where we tasted three different types of Pimms cocktails. I enjoyed the strawberry Pimms cocktail the best, and my wife she loved the cucumber, ginger and Pimms cocktail. If you've not had Pimms Cocktails before get the flight of three and figure out which one you like the best. Y'all won't be disappointed. For lunch, we had the shrimp and avocado salad, and the crawfish and shrimp flatbread. A blend of crawfish, shrimp, garlic, butter, cheese roasted on a flatbread. It was excellent. The service was good, The food came out quickly, and was cooked to perfection. Will definitely stop back to Napoleon house. read more

Napoleon House - Crawfish, shrimp with cheese and garlic on a flatbread roasted - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We had the cutest, sweetest server that was entertaining and engaging. Old school space, very pub-like. We went specifically for Muffulettas and they did not disappoint. We over ordered because it was so damn good. Been dreaming of it for the past 2 weeks! read more

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I knew I had to try a muffuletta while I was in NOLA! So I grabbed a group of friends and we headed over for lunch. We were sat at a cute corner table on the courtyard on a beautiful day. They had great cocktails, included special Pimm's cups and I enjoyed my drink. We had enough people to order a full muffuletta and I ordered a small side of jambalaya to try that as well! The muffuletta was a gorgeous centerpiece for our table! It was great to try, I loved the bread. I did expect a more meaty sandwich, but I guess that depends on where ya go. The olive tapenade and all the flavors of the sandwich went beautifully together. The side of jambalaya was very good as well! This spot is super cute, definitely worth a stop. read more

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The sandwich was pretty unique with a mouthful of olive, salami, and ham flavors in every bite. It was really good overall, and the bun was soft and fresh. I wasn't too impressed with the chicken andouille gumbo though. It lacked flavor, and the rice was a little hard. The jambalaya rice, on the other hand, was really good -- the flavor was definitely there. It has a darker mood with a unique ambience that makes the place feel cozy and intimate. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. read more

We went here for lunch and sat at the bar because there was a wait for tables and they don't take reservations. I ordered the Pimm's cup with strawberry puree and my husband had a regular Pimm's. They were SO GOOD. These were our first Pimm's and then I learned this place is known for them and I can see why. I could've drank 3 of them. We shared a half muffuletta and a shrimp po boy and a side of potato salad. The muffuletta was phenomenal. Better than the one we tried in the french market. The po boy was just ok, nothing special and not that many shrimp on it. I wouldn't recommend it. The potato salad was very very good. The bartender was friendly and the service was SUPER fast. We would DEFINITLEY return here. read more

Napoleon House - Regular Pimm's cup and strawberry Pimm's cup - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Muffaletas are not my thing, but it was my friend's second time in NoLa and he hadn't had one yet so I said maybe I should revisit it since it's been years. Reddit told me the OG is cold, but it was pretty freezing in NoLa when we were there so we went with the hot version, and Reddit said Napoleon House was the best. We got a huuuuuge sandwich that we split, and I barely ate more than a quarter of it. It's actually pretty impressive you can buy a quarter of this sandwich for well under $10. I might have to do that on a solo trip in the future. I'm still not convinced about the muffaleta to be honest. It's a lot of bread and too many olives for my taste. But I will say this was way better than my memory of whatever muffaleta I had years ago. I see why people like it. read more

Napoleon House - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I had heard of the Napoleon House through a food documentary I was watching. When I ended up in in NOLA for work, I immediately put this on my list of places to try. Originally, I was going to try the Muffuletta Sandwich, since that is what they are known for. However, after a week of eating heavy for my work event, I was in the mood for something a bit lighter. The Muffuletta Salad was the perfect compromise. I walked in feeling a bit self-conscious as I was alone for this meal, but the staff were so kind and gave me a private nook in the corner. The ambiance of Napoleon is casual, but the place has so much history, you can just see it on the walls. The Muffuletta Salad was brought out to me quickly and to my surprise, was one of the best salads I've ever had in my life!! The sun dried tomato dressing complimented each aspect of the salad so well, and the olive spread on the salad was quite the treat. I also loved that it came with a side of bread. This salad was quite filling and I will forever be dreaming about it. This is a 10/10 recommendation for those visiting NOLA! read more

Napoleon House - Muffuletta Salad - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The first restaurant I went to when I came to Nola for the first time. I've heard great things about muffuletta and it did not disappoint! The Italian bread is so fluffy and while I'm normally not a fan of olives, I found their flavor to perfectly compliment the other pastrami and provolone-swiss flavors in the sandwich. I also tried the original Pim's cup, which was extremely refreshing, and did not skimp on the alcohol. Fantastic service and a really cool ambiance. Divey yet homely. Overall a great restaurant experience and introduction to the NOLA food scene. read more

Napoleon House - Muffuletta and pims cup - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great Muffaletta and Cubanos here!!! We came in to try their legendary Muffaletta on a weekday morning. Getting there about 5 mins before they opened, there was one couple in line in front of us waiting for them to open. Once they opened, we were immediately seated. They have a nice menu loaded with all the typical NOLA favs. We opted for a half order of their Muffaletta and a Cubano as well as a side of red beans & rice. Their red beans & rice was tasty! Nice texture and flavor. The Muffaletta was really good! Loved the warm, soft, fresh bread... I believe they make it there. The meats and the olive spread were so very fresh and tasty too. The Cubano was a fav as well... made so nicely and packed with flavor too. Their Cuban bread was spot-on as well. Service was great! The venue it made to look and feel dated, as if period and it definitely looked and felt that way. Pricing was decent. Overall, definitely worth a visit! read more

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All of our restaurant meals in New Orleans were good but this one was particularly memorable. We had read about their famous warm muffuleta and historic setting and stopped in for lunch during the week. We were seated indoors but they have plenty of seating outdoors as well as at the bar. We came just as they opened and place soon filled up. The half portion of the muffuleta was so big I ended up not eating all of the bread. My wife had the Creole jambalaya and it came in three scoops of rice rather than in one big bowl. They are also famous for their Pimm's cup drinks and ours were refreshing and well made. All in all, a delicious filling, lunch in a memorable setting. My one minor complaint was that our server was pretty nonchalant and not sociable at all. read more

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Omg, first the sandwiches, bo pro, terrible!!! We had one pastrami and one roast beef. They felt like meat was bought in a local 7/11 and heat up. Served on the cheapest white bread roll. It is not very expensive, but spend your money elsewhere. In addition, they keep the line outside waiting even though there are available table inside and on the patio. To top things off, they have no Air conditioner. Ridiculous for New Orleans weather. The historic upstairs is of course closed to public. read more

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There is usually a line out the door at this restaurant but one day around lunch, there was no line (!) so I ducked in for a quick bite. I got a strawberry Pimm's Cup and a bowl of gumbo. I sat in the courtyard, listened to the classical music being piped in, and enjoyed my meal. All in all, worth a stop if the wait isn't too long. read more

Napoleon House - Pimm's Cup - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Our last meal in NOLA during our Easter weekend trip :') We stopped by on Monday afternoon around 3:30PM and were seated inside the main dining room. My husband and I split a shrimp po'boy, 1/4 muffuletta, and a Pimm's cup flight. I really enjoyed the cocktails and would definitely order them again in the future. The muffuletta was the best muffuletta I've ever had; the bread was incredibly soft and the sesame aroma was so pronounced. Perfectly balanced bread to filling ratio, I would come back to Napoleon House just for that sandwich. And the po'boy was also excellent, perfectly fried shrimp and refreshing veg. Would love to visit again the next time I'm in NOLA! read more

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Went for brunch with two friends on Friday morning during Jazz Fest. We arrived about 10:50am, before the restaurant opened, and were seated by 10:05 or so. Service was prompt and friendly. They did an amazing job considering how busy it was. I had a cubano- it was good but not stellar. My friend's dishes looked amazing though! One had the muffuletta salad and the other had the avocado shrimp salad...oh and of course, Pimm's cups. We ended with a crème brûlée. Glad I got to try this New Orleans staple! read more

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We went to this place to check the box for the Muffuletta sandwich. I was so happy to see that they provide a 1/4 and 1/2 and full sandwich option. The bread is very fresh and I am not a sandwich fan but enjoyed this Italian sandwich:) The drinks were nice and the flat bread was yummy. The servers were polite. The atrium is a very cute opening and inside feels very historic and rustic. The Jambalaya was ok ok but the sandwich made up for it! :) lots of history at this place. read more

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We grabbed a quick dinner at Napoleon House and were seated on the patio, where they had string lights. It was a good, casual vibe. They're known for their Italian Muffuletta, so most of us ordered that and it was pretty good. My other friend ordered the Shrimp Po Boy and he was still a little hungry afterwards. We all agreed the food was good, not fabulous but it did the job after a long travel day. We also ordered the Crème Brûlée, which was also pretty good. Our server was pleasant. All in all it was fine, but nothing to rave about. read more

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We were told this was a must-visit spot in NOLA, and let me tell you -- it did not disappoint. I was thrilled with my muffuletta. I loved that it was served slightly warm, giving the cheese a gentle melt and bringing out the flavors of the deli meats. The salty olive-and-caper blend was absolute heaven. I also grabbed a side of jambalaya, and I'm so glad I did -- it was packed with chicken and sausage and full of classic Louisiana flavor. You can feel the history in this place, and it adds to the charm. Highly recommend stopping in if you're looking for authentic New Orleans eats. read more

Napoleon House - 1/4 Warm Muffuletta with Jambalaya side - perfection! - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great place to stop in before going on the river cruise, since the Food on the river cruise isn't worth it. This place is supposed to be haunted... kinda looks like it. It's an institution so it's one of those places you know that you're gonna get great authentic NOLA food. I love that they offered THC sodas. I don't drink regular soda, but this I will go for. The service is typical New Orleans, matter of fact culture...but very good and kind, in their own way. It's hard to say if I'll be back because there wasn't anything here that made me feel it was better than any of the other Po boys I can get anywhere else. But I do recommend it for anyone that wants to know if it's worth eating here. read more

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Napoleon House has such a charming, classic New Orleans vibe -- the ambience alone is really cute and feels historic and cozy, especially in the evening. It's definitely a lovely place to sit and chat. Food-wise, it was a bit mixed. The warm spinach & artichoke dip was the standout: huge portion, very shareable, and honestly the best thing we ordered. Totally worth getting if you're here. The Creole jambalaya, however, was pretty underwhelming. My friend was really disappointed and rated it a 2/10 -- lacking depth and flavor compared to what you'd expect in New Orleans. Definitely not a must-order. The shrimp remoulade stuffed avocado was fine -- fresh and pleasant, but nothing memorable (about a 7/10). Solid, but not something I'd come back specifically for. Overall, I'd say come for the ambience and a drink or appetizer, but be selective with the mains. Great atmosphere, uneven food execution. read more

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Get in line and wait for a table or a seat at the bar. It's worth the wait. The muffuletta sandwich is warm with cheese melted and just delicious, a bit salty, a bit olives, a bit of heaven. Old school bar with wooden stools and fabulous staff. Keith was super friendly and delivered drinks and food with a smile. read more

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Napoleon House, you charming old soul! Stopped in for their seasonal Pimm's Cup on a hot afternoon. And wow. Light, refreshing, and just the thing you want to sip in a place that feels frozen in time (in the best way). I ordered the jambalaya and gumbo, and both were exactly what you hope for when you come to New Orleans: cozy, flavorful, and deeply satisfying. The kind of dishes that make you want to linger a little longer in that gorgeous, slightly weathered courtyard. Great vibes, great drinks, great food. Napoleon House is one of those spots that just quietly steals your heart. Especially since you feel like you've been transported into another world and leave your troubles behind, if only for a meal :) read more

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My first meal in NOLA was a success. The muffuletta was DELICIOUS and 1/4 would surely have been plenty. The potato salad was also yummy and a perfect side to the sandwich. There was a line but it went quick and the food was out nearly as quick as I ordered it. It was too chilly to enjoy the courtyard but it looked beautiful. read more

Napoleon House - Muffuletta & Potato Salad - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Loved the experience at Napoleon House. The décor and overall atmosphere are incredibly charming, and sitting in the outside courtyard really added to the New Orleans feel. Our server was nice, though could have been a bit more attentive -- we had to flag them down a few times, but to be fair it was a busy night. There was also a wedding happening upstairs, and seeing the wedding party walk through the courtyard throughout the evening was actually really fun and added to the lively ambiance. Food-wise, the bruschetta was amazing -- definitely a standout. The jambalaya was great as well, which seems to be a theme in New Orleans. I also tried the muffuletta; it was interesting and I'm glad I experienced it, but I'm not sure I would personally order it again. For drinks, I had a Pimm's Cup (because how can you not at Napoleon House?) -- a little sweet for my taste, but very refreshing and fitting for the environment. Overall, great meal, great atmosphere, and a beautiful location. I'd definitely come back and would happily recommend it to anyone visiting the French Quarter. read more

Napoleon House - Jambalaya & Our Specialty Italian Muffuletta - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I had a milk punch, which was quite tasty. The bartender was friendly. What do you really come here for is the incredible old Timey southern ambience. read more

I am so happy that I had my first muffuletta at Napoleon House! The food was incredible. My partner got a jambalaya and I had the gumbo! They were so yummy! The service was also amazing and the dinning area is very intimate. Will definitely visit again when we go back to New Orleans. read more

Napoleon House - American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The warm muffuletta was the favorite thing we ate on our weekend trip. The bread was soft and everything was very balanced. Neither of us like olives but loved it in this sandwich. I love they offer 1/4, 1/2, and whole sizes. We split a 1/2 between the two of us. I also love the Pimm's Cup sampler and the mini sampler! Our favorite was already the Englishmen. There was a small line before they opened but we were all able to get seated. The line definitely got longer throughout the day! Food came out fast too! Nice casual spot. read more

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I loved the history behind Napoleon House and how everything was decorated. The courtyard was my favorite, and I'm glad we got to sit there (the heaters were strong which was nice since it was chilly). We came without reservations for a late lunch around 2:30pm on a weekday, and there was no wait, although it was packed inside. I did see a line outside the restaurant around 12:30pm or so, so it does get busy. The menu has a description of the history, and it mentions that the 2nd floor would have been where Napoleon would have stayed if he had made it to the New World. In terms of food and drinks, I ordered: Virgin Pimm's Cup (5/5) Tasty, and I liked the Original Pimm's Cup cocktail as well, but not the Englishman's version. Half a Muffuletta sandwich (4/5) Huge portions! I could have just eaten a quarter for myself. This is a tasty sandwich, but be warned if you don't like olives that there are a lot of olives. Creole Jambalaya (4/5) Came with slices of bread and butter and three little mounds of jambalaya. Not bad, but it was a bit dry. Chicken & Andouille Gumbo (4/5) Pretty good! For my birthday, at the end of our meal, our server offered a cup of Prosecco or beer in a plastic cup which was very sweet. Thanks to New Orleans' Open Container rule, I just took it with me after our meal. read more

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The food here was tasty and pretty reasonable for NOLA. The service was terrific and it really is a cute place with some interesting features. The line went quickly to get in and things moved really well. I understand their Po Boys and muffaletta sandwhiches are alao terrific. read more

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