This is my first time ever in New Orleans and I cannot say enough about this place and our amazing server/bartender Kenyatta!!!! The food was exceptional. I ordered the jambalaya pasta and my husband ordered the crab cakes and we had a couple margaritas and we are so happy we chose this restaurant! We want to come back and Kenyatta provided exceptional service--she deserves a raise!!!!! read more

The best gumbo! Eat here for the savory and smokey gumbo! I still dream about it. Large restaurant and easy to host a dinner here. read more

Don't know where to start mixed experience. First off the bbq shrimp was pretty good not too spicy but look at the lifeless roll they give you with it . Like a $0.10 roll From a cafeteria , no French bread to dip in the sauce or even a normal bread . Big miss here completing the appetizer because of a bad bread decision lol . Red beans rice were fantastic ! Order those for sure ! Beware of any drinks . I ordered an old fashioned , it has like 1 shot of liquor and barely filled the small glass and they charged me $16 avoid that ! read more

This was my first time actually eating on the strip. Not sure why I was surprised the food was so good. Our waitress explained the menu thoroughly and made some amazing recommendations. there was a line starting to form when we entered and sat down . Flavorful was an understatement. The drinks were the food was , read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Ambience was great with a nice location. Even tho it was busy sat right away I wish we would've been told about upstairs or outside dining. My food which was the crab cake meal was okay! My partner however was given the New Orleans trio sampler as a recommendation over the redfish and was very disappointed . Felt like he had 3 bows of very bland soup. Food did come out pretty quick. I wish our server acted like she wanted to be there but otherwise all were helpful and welcoming . read more

Olde Nola Cookery offers excellent fried seafood and New Orleans staples right on Bourbon St. My group of 5, shared the seafood platter and Taste of New Orleans sampler. The seafood platter includes jumbo gulf shrimp, oysters, a catfish fillet, french fries and hush puppies. The fry batter was well seasoned and gave everything a perfect crunch. I didn't even need a dipping sauce. The crawfish etoufette deserves a special shout out for being a flavor festival in every bite. I've already planned to stop again before I leave :) read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Seafood Platter and TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Do not eat here....unless you want to be on the toilet and have bad gas! Honestly one of the most disappointing meals I've had in New Orleans. We ordered the redfish special and the fish was extremely overcooked and dry. The rice was dry too, and the fried crawfish on top was just okay. We also got the alligator tails half fried and half blackened. The fried pieces tasted burnt, and the blackened pieces were chewy and hard to enjoy. Then we ordered the "Taste of New Orleans." After eating it, I was sick all night with stomach issues. The etouffee was watery and lacked flavor, the gumbo was overly thick and mushy, and the roll that came with it was stale and dry. The only decent thing was the red beans and rice. Based on my experience, I genuinely do not understand the high ratings. The food quality did not match the reviews at all. Unfortunately, I would not come back or recommend this place. Staff was nice read more

Olde Nola Cookery - REDFISH COOKERY - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Olde Nola wins for the best red beans and rice that I had on my trip to Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Located in the French Quarter, this restaurant had great service and a fun vibe. Sophie was the sweetest server! Attentive and adorable, she made the evening. Here are the dishes we tried: Fried alligator bites: yummy -- like chicken, but more greasy. Sampler Platter of crawfish, étouffée gumbo, jambalaya, and red beans and rice. My favorite was the red beans and rice, though all were tasty. Sophie made me a dang strong Hurricane. Whoa, Nellie! Olde Nola Cookery was a fun introduction for our evening in the French Quarter. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - And it's just a mocktail! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The very first stop I made when I last went to New Orleans was at Olde NOLA Cookery, and it set the tone for an amazing trip! This place is awesome! Located in the heart of bourbon street, this is a New Orleans as it gets! The service is friendly, the vibes are on point & the food rocks! A Po'Boy in NOLA is a must, and Olde NOLA is a great spot to get one! The French bread has the crispy outside and fluffy interior you're looking for; the shrimp & crawfish are so fresh & seasoned wonderfully; & the rest of the accompaniments top it off to make this an incredible sandwich that you won't be able to forget! I'm a big fan of gator and their blackened gator tail bites have the right amount of spice & seasoning & are cooked perfectly! You need to make this a stop any time you're in New Orleans! read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Blackened Gator Tails - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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After having a false start trying to get waited on at a nearby restaurant, the Yelp review brought us here. We sat at the empty bar for a late Saturday lunch and had a sweet, attentive waitress see after us. Saving ourselves for a daiquiri later, we passed on beverages and settled for the barbecue shrimp appetizer and the blackened fish entree. Everything was perfectly prepared. The shrimp was served with a plain mass produced roll, which made it easy to pass up - a slice of toasted French bread would have been an upgrade. But the shrimp was great, the redfish moist, and the greens were tasty. So much for eating light - we needed to have bread pudding before leaving NOLA and this was a good choice. Loved the rich rum sauce. Smallish place, by comparison, friendly staff. Good choice! read more

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The food was good. The service took a very long time though. We ordered Daniel's po boy -which was flavorful, the shrimp was really good, and there was a decent amount of shrimp. The fries were very crispy and delicious. Not very seasoned but still tasted great. The alligator bites were also crispy. The Mardi Gras pasta had good flavor, the portion size was decent and filling for the average person. The Egg plant was very seasoned, has a little kick to it. As someone who doesn't like spicy I thought it was really good though. We came around 9:30 and the service was very nice and friendly but it took about an hour for us to get our food. The restaurant is a bit small and the tables are pretty close to each other. There's also only 1 restroom (for men and women) read more

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We had a reservation on New Year's Day (which was HUGE), and I'm so glad we did because the place was absolutely packed! Even with a full house, the service felt like we were the only table in the restaurant. That level of attention on such a busy day really stood out. Our server made fantastic recommendations. I added extra crawfish to my étouffée, and I'm so glad I did -- it was rich, flavorful, and loaded with that authentic New Orleans taste. My wife ordered the Mardi Gras Pasta and loved it. It had a great balance of flavor and was packed with plenty of seafood. Overall, it was a great experience and an even better meal. If you're in New Orleans and looking for quality food with top-notch service. This is the spot for you and your group of friends! read more

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Dined in on a Wednesday night walking in with a party of 8 people. Food was delicious. THE RESTAURANT GAVE NEW ORLEANS VIBE. Right on Bourbon street, food has FLAVOR and the ambiance was good. Too many of us to remember what we ordered but I got the blackened Alfredo and it was good, a little too much lemon for me tho. My cousin still ate it all This the type of place where you don't get refills on your coke cola tho lol read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

If you're coming to NOLA, come hungry. This city is a culinary playground, and Olde Nola Cookery is a must-visit. I was lucky enough to get a recommendation from a former local who treats this as his 'home base' whenever he's back in town. Every bite was a winner--it was easily the highlight of a trip filled with amazing meals. Gumbo - 4s Shrimp ETOUFFE - 3.5s Red Beans and Rice - 5 s Fish and Shrimp Platter - 4s Return Factor: 80% read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Red Beans and Rice, Gumbo and Shrimp CRAWFISH ETOUFFE. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

One of the very few spots open on Christmas Eve, and we're so glad we chose this place! With so many restaurants closed, they were smart enough to stay open and feed hungry folks like my hubby and me The atmosphere was welcoming, the waiters were incredibly kind, and we were accommodated super fast -- which was much appreciated on a holiday night. The crab cakes were hands down our favorite Absolute must-order. We also paid the extra $5 to add crawfish, and trust me... totally worth it. Don't skip that upgrade! We also tried the trio plate with jambalaya, gumbo, and red beans & rice with sausage. Everything was solid and a great way to sample a little of everything. The only miss for me was the red beans & rice -- not bad, just my least favorite of the three. Overall, a great Christmas Eve find with good food, friendly service, and the perfect solution when everything else was closed. Definitely worth a try if you're in the area! read more

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Small venue....ordered some pecan pie. Did not stay long enough for a beverage. In the heart of Bourbon Street. read more

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If you want to experience the loud street noises of Bourbon street - this is the place for you. The servers had the southern politeness - the decor was Nola inspired - colorful and fun! My fav dishes were the ya-ya - shrimp and fish grilled with Cajun spices & gator fried. The bed of pesto pasta was creamy and divine. The taste of New Orleans was ok ok - I would give that 3.0. This place is open late - so you can drop in for a late night snack or dessert or just a drink. read more

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In the heart of the French Quarter on Bourbon St. Olde Nola Cookery was exactly what we were looking for. The best part is they are open late until 1AM and since it was almost 10PM we struck gold. We were warmly welcomed in and decided to sit at the bar and eat. Our bartender was a sweet, younger lady who made a great Hurricane and Moscow Mule for us. We asked her for recommendations and she didn't lead us astray. My friend has the Taste of New Orleans which came with seafood gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and red beans and rice with smoked sausage. The flavors were excellent and robust. I was in the mood for pasta and seafood so I went with the Mardi Gras pasta. It was penne pasta with a slightly spicy Alfredo sauce and tossed with blackened shrimp and crawfish. Another great choice! We had a great meal and left full and happy. Olde Nola Cookery ticked all our boxes for authentic New Orleans cuisine! read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Mardi Gras pasta - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Stopped in for a quick lunch when I had two hours before my flight back home and really wanted to get a sample of some New Orleans staples. Conveniently located on Bourbon St, I was able to walk right in and get seated right away. My waitress was very kind and showed me the restaurants specials. With her convincing, I ordered a pineapple drink special and the New Orleans sample platter that consisted of gumbo, jambalaya and red beans n rice. Everything came out so fast! My drink had the perfect, refreshing pineapple taste. The sample platter was also super filling. While I liked all the food, I definitely thought the star on the plate was the red beans n rice with sausage. Overall, I was glad I stopped in. I got the flavors I was looking to try and withjn time for me to make it to the airport! read more

Olde Nola Cookery - TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Down here for vacation and tried this place out. Alexis was our server and was very polite, extremely professional and attentive to details. Highly recommend her as your server when you visit. Also Karla the manager was very friendly and highly professional. Both Alexis and Karla felt like friends that we havent seen in a long time. I highly recommend Olde Nola Cookery for their food and service. Will definitely be back. read more

Definitely will come back. Loved the gumbo and crab cakes. Yummy food, . The flavors of the dish were truly exceptional and thoughtfully combined. Presentation was also a highlight, making each plate a work of art. Service was attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. I would certainly recommend this establishment to others seeking a delightful meal. It was a pleasure to dine here. read more

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Sophie was an excellent server. She was thorough with the customizations. She tailored our food orders to make them even better. We ordered a couple of dishes one was a red fish special and several pasta dishes as well as a po-boy. Everything was hands down delicious. Luckily this restaurant was the only one open after 10 pm on a Wednesday night. It was quite busy but honestly the food was so amazing it was a nice surprise. The bread pudding was also amazing. Definitely a must try. read more

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Olde Nola Cookery serves up exactly what you'd hope for in the French Quarter: good oysters, classic New Orleans comfort food, and a laid-back vibe that welcomes both locals and tourists. The oysters were fresh and flavorful -- a great way to start the meal. But the real standout? Their sampler plate. You get gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and red beans with rice and andouille sausage -- all the New Orleans staples in one satisfying dish. Each item held its own: the gumbo was rich and hearty, the étouffée had a nice spicy depth, and the red beans were creamy with that smoky sausage kick. Service was friendly and fast, and the atmosphere is exactly what you'd expect -- festive, casual, and full of that Quarter energy. If you're looking to check off the must-try local dishes in one stop, Olde Nola Cookery is a great bet. read more

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Amaayah our server was AMAZING! So great and a southern belle! The food was incredible! We shared an oyster po boy and a cup of seafood gumbo! Delish! It's a cool spot on Bourbon Street and we truly enjoyed it! The staff was great!! read more

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Stopped into Old Nola Cookery for a quick lunch and was really glad we did. I had the sausage and chicken gumbo along with a Caesar salad. The gumbo was solid and flavorful without being over the top and the salad was fresh and exactly what I was in the mood for. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable which made it easy to actually hold a conversation without yelling over noise. Service was top notch from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and never rushed us even though it was a quick stop. Overall a great lunch experience and an easy 5 star review. Would definitely go back again. read more

I enjoyed this place. Ronald took care of us each time we came. He gave great reccomendations on the menu and was a really attentive server. read more

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I got the shrimp fettuccine Alfredo and it was delicious! My husband got a fried shrimp po boy which he loved with the Cajun fries! Atmosphere was great! Our server was great! Our friends got the Jambalaya pasta, fried seafood platter, and taste of New Orleans and loved it all! Would highly recommend stopping here if you're in NOLA! read more

Olde Nola Cookery - SHRIMP FETTUCCINE ALFREDO - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great food. Had the crawfish étouffée. It did not disappoint. We also had Taste of New Orleans which consists of three bowls of gumbo, étouffée and red beans with smoked sausage. Delicious!! The ambience is casual. The restaurant overlooks Bourbon St., making it a great spot to people watch and the quality of the food even for a late night was impressive. The service was good too and that's always a plus. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Taste of New Orleans - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Amaayah our services made excellent recommendations! The food was tasty, fresh and hot! Our first time and we will be returning again! You have to get the Gator yummy. This place is a hidden gem and I'm sharing it with you. read more

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Y'all, I'm a flight attendant and been all over the world. I almost cried when I ate this food. It is GOOOOOD! Troy Lynn is nice as well. Great vibe. Good music. This will be my place when I'm in town. Thank you for having such a great place. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Me and my girls on our way to enjoy the city - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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One of the best places we ate in all of New Orleans. The rice and beans were terrific along with the jambalaya. Two of our favorites. My sister got the oyster poboy and it was delicious. I think our waitress's name was Kenata and she was sweet as can be. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Trio special - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This one was a one and done for us. We tried the Cajun fried gator, Taste of New Orleans, and the red snapper. The gator was decent, but nothing memorable. The red snapper was unfortunately overcooked and chewy, and the Taste of New Orleans platter just wasn't very impressive overall. To make matters worse, both of us ended up with bubble guts almost immediately after eating. The atmosphere was fine, but the food definitely didn't live up to the expectations. read more

From host to food and everything in between, this was a great experience! Everything came out hot and fresh and our server, Sophie was very attentive and friendly! read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Gator bites were delicious! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Service was fine, the oysters were definitely not great. Came in un-shuck, room temperature oysters. My husband ordered blacken white fish with rice and crab cake. The fish was overly salty, mushy rice and crab cake was soggy. My fried oysters were greasy and over fried. Salad was warm. read more

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Stopped in at Olde Nola Cookery on Bourbon Street and was pleasantly surprised. The food was pretty good and the service kept a fast pace, which is perfect if you're looking for a quick stop while on the strip. The standout for me was definitely the seafood gumbo,it was amazing. If you're in the area and want good food without a long wait, this spot is worth considering. read more

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1st time in New Orleans, & during the Super Bowl wknd!! It was so busy, but def worth it. Food was great!! Def homemade & authentic. Great flavors, and you really got a feel of New Orleans. Hence the name of the dish is "A taste of New Orleans!!" Lol. Service was just as great. She was so polite & attentive. Ambiance was nice, and big. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Excellent Creole cuisine. If you want find a harmony taste that not a too strong Cajun cuisine, this can be your restaurant. We got Jazzy Crab Cake Platter and Taste of New Orleans. I like both of the dishes. The crab cake has some lump crab meat. With make the crab cake desirable. They top with crawfish mushrooms cream sauce. You can spot many crawfish crumb meat. The dish also comes with two sides. It has the collard greens and mush potatoes. The taste of New Orleans has seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee, and rice and bean with andouille sausage. I would suggest add the fried crawfish tail with small fees. I like all of them. Service is a bit slow in the beginning, but it pick up at the end. Foods are delicious. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - "Jazzy" Crab Cake Platter - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This tiny restaurant was terrific.....probably the best, most authentic Cajun cuisine I've ever had, at a price that was reasonable (for NOLA, anyway). I had the Taste of New Orleans (Gumbo, crawfish etouffee, red beans and rice with smoked sausage), and my wife had the Fried Seafood Platter with lotsa oysters, (BIG) shrimp and catfish. Food was fresh tasting and delicious, the service was great and attentive, and the dining room was bright and colorful. We'll definitely be back if we're in town again. read more

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I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was and it was great. The service from the young lady at the bar was excellent. As I sat down skeptical based on the location (right at the start of the debauchery on Bourbon street) , I said meh, this'll just be a throwaway meal--not at all! Before I ordered, I asked a guy next to me if it was "actually any good." He swore to me it was it was some of best food he'd ever had and he comes straight here every time he's back in NoLa...I still thought he was over-hyping but I proceeded to order. ...Long story short, the food was almost exceptional. It was so good that I forgot to order a cocktail and I honestly didn't want alcohol infringing upon the flavor profiles. I ordered a Creole pasta with crawfish. It was deliciously savory. The sauce was perfect and there was a great balance between sauce, noodles, and crawfish and shrimp ratios. The portion was very generous. Finally, the bread pudding that I didn't know I needed in my life was absolutely delicious --always order dessert. If you're here, make sure it's this. Listen to your bartender and random patrons when when you travel. This will be a restaurant that I visit again. read more

Olde Nola Cookery - Cajun jambalaya pasta - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Sophie was everything plus some. we came to celebrate our daughter's 21st birthday from Chicago and Sophie showed us a good time. She was the first to celebrate our daughter to celebrate her 21st birthday. If you come over to Nola make sure that you come and see Sophie she is the bomb.com. read more