The service was great and the food was done well. There was an event taking place at the restaurant, but I was still able to get in. And despite the number of people there for the event, I still had a great experience and felt well attended to during my dinner. The Coq au Vin was delicious. read more

Came for Coolinary menu. Unfortunately Gulf fish wasn't available which is what we came for. There were two tables of diners and everything else empty. It's a big space, attractive. Music a bit loud. Server was very professional and pleasant. Service slow. At least 20 minutes between appetizers and "entrees". Servings small, but to be expected at a tapas place. The food was good but not great. In particular the patatas Bravas were not authentic. Instead of the traditional yellow, very eggy topping, they used some sort of hot condiment and maybe mayo? A trend I'm seeing in many newer restaurants is charging for "bread service". This ridiculous and needs to stop. I am not paying $8 for bread. No serious restaurant does this. Can you imagine paying for bread at Galatoires or Commanders? The world would come to an end. All in all I probably won't return but I wish it well. read more

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Finally went & it did not miss. The space has beautiful decor, a great bar, & street parking nearby. Favorites were the grilled oysters, bread loaf, & octopus. For entrées, I had the scallops while my parents ordered the pasta & hanger steak. We also tried the cheesecake & it was delicious. Highly recommend stopping by, especially because they offer rotating specials that are not listed on the main menu. Our server was excellent. I forgot her name, but she had brown skin, long black hair, was tall, wore glasses, & made the experience even better. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Went here for happy hour on Saturday, which is a huge plus that this place has a Saturday Happy Hour. We got the tuna dip (5/10), the crispy wings (6.5/10), the burger (8/10), which comes with fries, and the steak frites (7.5/10), also comes with fries. All very reasonably priced, wings were $12 for 6, burger and fries was $20, and steak frites was $19. The ambiance was cool, the service was good, and the whole experience was enjoyable. I will definitely return and recommend checking it out especially for happy hour. read more

I love Plates. The adult happy hour is a must try! Trey is personable and one of my favorite bartenders in the city! Looking forward to fall happy hours at Plates! read more

This review is strictly for the San Sebastián night. We had a reservation, and the place was packed. There were two different buffet areas which the kitchen kept well stocked. The advertising for this gave me the impression that there were going to be "deals" on wine with the $60 pinxtos. Not so. While it was all you can eat, and the food was delicious, I do not think it was a fair price. The cuts of beef were low quality and the pork was incredibly chewy. No desserts either. Finally, they appeared to be understaffed, as the wait for our drink order and then to receive the drinks was exceedingly long (and we are very patient and forgiving people). We only had one round. I might go back and try the regular menu. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Pinxtos - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Went to Plates for the first time for a Sunday brunch. The staff was nice and our service was okay. We went during Coolinary and ordered from the prefixed menu. The food was good however nothing we had was exceptional. I would go back for dinner and give it another shot. read more

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We went for their San Sebastián pinxtos night! The bar setup with the pinxtos was great, it really did remind me of being in the basque region. The food was good, but the timing a bit off with replenishing. I know it was their first one so I'm sure they'll fine tune it. They were friendly brining them out and looked like they were working hard! Some more delicious than others which is just subjective. I'm looking forward to attending another!! And it was nice to have the Spanish wines from that region too, the whites oddly tasted very similar to each other though. read more

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I saw Plates on Instagram advertising their Adult Happy Meal for happy hour and immediately knew I had to try it. For $20, you get two lamb sliders, fries, wings, and a glass of wine. Such a fun and creative concept. When we arrived, almost everyone there was ordering the Adult Happy Meal. Luckily, we were one of the first few people inside, so we didn't have to wait long before it started getting packed. The lamb sliders were surprisingly good. I'm not even a big lamb fan, but they were flavorful and balanced. The wings were the real standout for me. So good. The fries were solid, and the wine paired perfectly with everything. They were out of the souvenir wine glasses that you're supposed to take home, which is basically the "toy" in this adult happy meal idea. But I really appreciated how the waitresses handled it. They were so helpful and genuinely excited to give me a ticket for a free glass of wine and the take home souvenir glass on my next visit. Even once the place got crowded, they stayed attentive, kept checking on us, and made sure we were taken care of. They really made the experience great. I definitely want to come back and try more from their regular menu, but I would absolutely order the Adult Happy Meal again. Plates, please keep this happy hour going. I'll gladly keep spreading the word. read more

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Tre the bartender at the bar was AHHHHH MAZ ING!!!!!!!! The food was good and you can't beat the happy hour prices. Those fries, that lamb (babaaaaayyyyy), and the wings were meh. I like my wings fried a little harder, but they told me they were crispy another, for me I like them a little bit more crispy. Listen. This is the spot you and your girls are looking for after work, on the weekend, brunch whenever they are open to catch up. Trust me you'll love it. read more

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My cousin wanted to try this place out so we made reservations and went on Friday night. Mostly street parking in the area, but we were able to find a spot. It wasn't crowded but there were a good bit of people there. We were seated pretty quickly and given a menu. I guess the menu changes every so often, because when I looked at some of the reviews before I went I saw pictures of dishes that weren't listed on the menu. Nonetheless, we decided to try the garlic shrimp, shrimp croquettes, seared scallops, and two orders of patatas bravas. One order of the patatas bravas came out about 8 minutes after the rest of the food, but I will say they were really crispy. I enjoyed the patatas bravas and the garlic shrimp. I will say the chili crunch on top was kind of salty to me, but my cousin didn't think so. My cousin also enjoyed the patatas bravas and her scallops. I ordered an Arnold Palmer and it wasn't sweet. I asked the waiter for some sugar, and he said he could either bring me packets of sugar or simple syrup. I told him whichever he thought would mix best so he bought the syrup which helped. I got a refill but didn't know they charged for it. The Arnold Palmer was $5, so I was charged $10 on my menu. I wish I would've been informed of that when ordering. Besides that I enjoyed my experience. The price can add up pretty quickly due to it being small plates so you are choosing multiple items. Not sure if I'd go back because I don't know if I'm interested in any of the other items on the current menu. read more

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I stopped by Plates for happy hour with my wife and tried their Adult Happy Meal, and for $20 it was definitely worth it. It's solid, straightforward American fare and a great option if you want something casual but satisfying. Food: The Adult Happy Meal came out fresh and flavorful, with a nice variety for the price. Everything was cooked well and hit the spot for a happy hour bite. It's classic American comfort food done right. nothing over the top, just good food that you can enjoy with a drink and not feel like you overpaid. Service: Our waitress was great and really took care of us. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we were good the whole time. She even hooked us up, which made the experience even better and showed some real hospitality. Ambiance: Plates has a relaxed, laid-back vibe that works perfectly for happy hour. It's a good spot to unwind, grab a drink, and enjoy some food without feeling rushed or crowded. Overall: For $20, the Adult Happy Meal is a solid deal and a fun happy hour option. Good food, great service, and a chill atmosphere made this a win. I'd definitely go back just for that again. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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After learning about the Adult Happy Meal, I immediately made plans to visit Plates again. I've been here a few times, and this restaurant never disappoints. The Adult Happy Meal is available during happy hour from 4 pm to 6 pm, and you have to sit at the bar to order it. The meal includes four wings, fries, two lamb sliders, and a glass of champagne for just $20. We even got to keep the glasses. The bartender was really nice. We chatted for a bit, and she made me a delicious tequila mule while I waited for happy hour to start. If you haven't been to Plates yet, this is your sign to go. read more

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Plates Restaurant & Bar has an excellent happy hour with great appetizer options and specialty cocktails that are definitely worth checking out. The food is delicious across the board -- everything we tried was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. I especially loved the lounge seating area -- it was perfect for a Friday evening out with friends. The atmosphere is relaxed yet stylish, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the night. I've been here several times at the bar, for happy hour and dinner. I went for brunch one Sunday and was not excited about it and the offerings. But overall I enjoyed my experience there. Oh and The staff was friendly and attentive, and the hostess was amazing -- super welcoming and accommodating, which always sets the tone for a great experience. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Great happy hour menu! - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We ordered one of everything on the menu with maybe two exceptions and the only thing we wouldn't order again were the scallops (too salty) and the chicken. Everything else was beyond phenomenal. The proteins were all super tender and everything had so much flavor. read more

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Ash is amazing behind the bar! Her conversation was friendly and recommendations were all spot on and much appreciated. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Entry. - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Went for my birthday on a Sunday night. The restaurant was fairly empty, but our meal still took nearly three hours. The pacing of the courses was slow. We were there well after closing. I skipped dessert because everything took too long. The food was okay. Nothing to rave about. The bathroom was a bit dirty. The best thing was being able to pay on the Inkind app. I got some credits back to use at a different restaurant. read more

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Honestly, I've lost count of how many times I've been to Plates...it's one of my personal favorites in the city for both happy hour (5pm to 7pm Monday to Thursday, 4pm to 7pm Friday to Sunday) and dinner! Every dish is packed with flavor. Some of my go-to's: the okra, the Barca 75, the vermut & soda, the garlic shrimp, the tuna dip, the mushrooms, and the chicken cracklings... all so good. You can really taste the beautiful blend of cultures in the menu, so unique!! The staff here is always warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere is just as great as the food. Plates will always be a recommendation from me!! I love it here:) read more

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We decided to check this out knowing it's in the neighborhood. Service was okay...But the food didn't do it for me. We had a group of 7. Ordered all the happy hour food and decided to share a few mains and other items. I most likely will never return. Love the concept and the plethora or different style plates but so underwhelming. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

A great spot to meet up with friends for beverages and shareable plates. Tapas style restaurant - gamut of dishes from small, cold/hot, and large entrees. That is complemented by a lengthy diverse list of beverages. We tried a mix of dishes. Our favorite was the patatas bravas that were perfectly executed. read more

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Went here with a large party earlier this week on Tuesday and everything was delicious! My friends got many different entrées and appetizers. My partner and I shared the mushroom toast with goat cheese and an egg on top, probably my favorite thing I ate. My partner had the fried chicken, it looked delicious, but I didn't taste it, so I'm not sure how it taste. I had the apple and dive salad as I wanted something lighter, and it was pretty tasty, just sort of a small portion. Our friends got some bread with the sweet potato baked goat cheese, which was pretty good. We didn't try dessert, but the Basque cheesecake looked pretty good. Service was smooth and efficient! Can't wait to come back. read more

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We loved Plates! We shared 7-8 small plates among three of us and each one was delicious. Service was great, and it is located in a really cool building in the warehouse district. I would definitely go there again! read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Plates is one of my favorite brunches and happy hour spots if you just want to get away for some really good bites and service. The staff is always consistent: whether sitting at the bar or table. I particularly love the guava juice that's served with the bottomless mimosas during brunch. For happy hour, I had the patatas bravas and the smoked tuna dip, which were both stellar. The cutest little touches are the charming, vintage plates that used as well. I guess I'll be back to try dinner here next lol. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Smoked Tuna Dip - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I visited Plates once again for happy hour and I was a tad underwhelmed. I ordered the Barca 75 which was delicious. We also had the Vietnamese wings and the marinated olives and cracklins, which were also tasty. We ordered the bolognese and that's when the underwhelm hit. The flavor just didn't reach my taste buds. We asked for salt and pepper which helped. I wish it was a tad more saucy. For dessert we had the Spanish almond cake and honey ice cream. It was very tasty. Our server was nice enough. The place was teeming with patrons, so I believe the food is better than what we experienced. I'll be back to give it another try! read more

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What an amazing gem of a place. Staff is happy to give their favorites, but we quickly found that it's a great place to stop when you want to escape the touristy French Quarter read more

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Our first night in NOLA, and this was our second stop for a happy hour cocktail and snack (because obviously, two happy hours = dinner). This place was conveniently close to our first HH spot, and I had my heart set on one particular menu item: chicken skin cracklins. Cue dramatic music. BUT ALAS. Like so many things in life--and several things on this trip--it was in the Yelp photos, but not on the menu. Insert sad face. And like Ross Geller in a moving disaster, it was time to "PIVOT!" Thankfully, our stellar bartender Thomas lifted our spirits (literally and figuratively) with some fancy cocktails, and with the enthusiastic recommendation from a lovely local couple at the bar, we went for the mushroom toast. And oh my, what a pivot it was! It was rich, flavorful, and topped with a perfectly fried egg--because, let's be real, everything is better with a fried egg. Bonus: I think I can recreate this at home, and maybe even better--so thanks for the inspo! The space itself is also gorgeous, so if you're looking for a classy but relaxed spot with good vibes and great drinks, this is it. read more

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Happy Hour Review Moving on from one happy hour to another, we headed over to Plates to get a few bites. Their space is gorgeous, and I would love to return for drinks, to hang out, etc. With the name of Plates, they utilize China plates for wall decorations and food presentations. It was nice to compare and appreciate all the different China plates we had on the table. Our small party of four, we got these shared bites: * smoked tuna dip with spiced saltines $10 - This tuna dip was VERY salty, and I like salty things. And on top of saltines, I could feel my blood pressure going up. Maybe a more neutral cracker would work best with this dip, or hold back on the salt? 3/5 * Viet Cajun Wings HH$10 - Enjoyable. 4/5 * Shrimp & Crab Croquettes HH$6 - Comes with two in an order. 4/5 * Manchego & Marcona Almonds HH$9 - It's literally a bunch of cheese, almonds, and green olives. I like Manchego and I love marcona almonds, so that's a win. 4/5 * apple salad w/ grilled persimmon, pecans and yuzu cane syrup vinaigrette $15 - The grilled persimmon is what attracted us to this dish, and we also love yuzu. 4/5 * Marinated Olives HH$7 - It's marinated olives. * Patatas Bravas HH$7 - A decent amount of little potatoes. 4/5 It was quiet on the Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving. Service was good, and attentive as we were among the few dining in. (There was more activity at the bar.) If I was in town again, I would be interested in returning. read more

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I think I've found my new favorite restaurant. We had brunch on my first visit: Tuna crudo, seared scallops, roasted gulf oysters, gulf shrimp and grits, along with some mocktails On my second visit we celebrated a relative's birthday: They greeted our table with complimentary wine. Then we delighted in creative cocktails, the apple salad, house baked bread, garlic shrimp (so good that we ordered 2), seared scallops, local lettuces, homeplace pastures pork t-bone, and the gulf fish. They treated the birthday girl to a beautiful slice of cake and a heaping scoop of ice cream. The rest of us split cane syrup creme brûlée, Spanish almond cake, and Basque cheesecake. Everything that I have tasted from Plates is profoundly flavorful. And the dishes are as beautiful as the interior. Both times I had the same server, a gentleman whose name I forget. I remember that he is from Oklahoma. He's quirky and charming and respectful. He shared how the staff is comprised mostly of GW Fins alumni who followed the chef when he embarked on his own venture with Plates. The camaraderie is apparent in the exceptional service. read more

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Food was good. Bartenders were attentive and friendly. The vibe was really chill.. Happy hour time. read more

Plates Restaurant & Bar - Adult happy meal.... It was good - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We went for brunch and tried several small plates which were all great! I tried the burger at the recommendation of our waiter and it was the best burger I've ever eaten! I'll be back just for that! Service was great and the ambiance was nice. Plates will definitely be added to our rotation, we were thoroughly impressed. read more

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My coworkers and I decided to try Plates on a recent Wednesday evening. Let me just say, I love dining in groups of ~6-10 because that's a good range of people to allow you to sample a great variety of most dishes the restaurant has to offer! The ambiance at Plates is industrial, modern, and as the night grew on, lively. We were seated at a long table in front of the kitchen so I feel as though that allowed us to have the most attention and the best service. We had at least two servers for our small party of 8 and really felt the detailed care throughout our meal. Not sure if this is part of the dining experience or if it's because we ordered a boatload of food, but our plates were switched out continuously throughout our meal (I think at least 4x). It was pretty neat receiving a fresh, cute plate every few minutes. On to the food! Our group was very open-minded, so we were able to try a great variety of dishes on the menu. We ordered the following: - Patatas Bravas: crispy fingerlings, piquillo pepper sauce, aioli - (2) Baked goat cheese: cana de cabra, pepper jelly, grilled ciabatta - (2) marinated olives: harissa, sherry vinegar, citrus, olive oil - Cheese plate: marcona almonds, spicy pickles, seasonal preserves, house baked lavash - blue crab claws: nuoc cham, mint, basil, carrots - roasted gulf oysters: viet cajun butter, lemon bread crumbs - saffron pork ragu: fresh pasta, fennel, heirloom tomato - Garlic Shrimp: black garlic soubise, chili oil - Wild Mushrooms: grilled sourdough, farm egg, PX sherry, aged goat cheese - seared scallops: heirloom grits, andouille & piquillo pepper vinaigrette (gf) - Local Lettuces: white balsamic, tomato, marcona almonds, manchego (gf) - apple salad: grilled persimmon, yuzu & cane syrup vinaigrette, pecans, arugula (gf) Anything marked with a (2) was a crowd favorite and we ordered another serving! Although everything was delicious, no one dish really blew my mind. I did appreciate the spectrum of flavors presented - everything from Spanish to Vietnamese to really bring out the diversity of the city. Love the experience, loved the service, loved the ambiance. Although I didn't love one particular dish, it would not take much convincing for me to return! read more

If you are visiting New Orleans and want to take friends, family or your partner out then I recommend Plates. The food has so much flavor and on this evening we tried multiple dishes and drinks. Orange Wine - 10/10 Oysters - 8/10 Bread -9/10 Garlic Shrimp 8/10 Pasta 9/10 I recommend getting 5-7 different dishes as these are tapas and can be smaller. The staff is amazing and willing to walk you through all of the food options. The restaurant has a cozy indoor and also patio seating. read more

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Went with another couple for their anniversary celebration. We were staying at the Higgins near the WWII Museum. Plates was a short walk from the hotel. Lovely, kitchy decor. Excellent wait staff (sorry I forgot the name). The chef sent out sparkling wine for 4 and small appetizer which was quite thoughtful. We ordered a handful of plates and the server brought out several as a first course, cleared & reset the table, and then brought out the remainder. Everything was delicious. Highly recommend. read more

First went for happy hour, the $19 steak frites was phenomenal. Then did "the other tasting". I can't recommend that enough. My favorites was the salad, olives, scallops, and hanger steak. So great. Will be back. read more

Stopped here for lunch and was surprised to find the place empty. The server at the bar was great. Everything I ordered was very good. The oysters are a must order. The shrimp and grits were very good, but very rich. I will definitely be back. read more

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This spot is a gem! I've been to Plates a few times now and it never misses. What's awesome is it's a family-style restaurant where meals come out on shared plates that give grandma's Sunday dinner vibes. The menu is perfect for folks who love to explore flavors. The patatas bravas are a fave, and I've had the wild mushrooms and gulf fish of the day...so good. Bottomless mimosas stay flowing and the service is always excellent. A chill but elevated brunch spot! read more

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We had the grilled hanger steak and as the menu states it was grilled to perfection. Regan was our waitress, very personable and attentive. We also had the crawfish croquettes in lemon aioli which could not have been better. The only item we didn't thoroughly enjoy was the Moroccan spiced pork which we both thought was a bit gritty and dry. The wife had a bottle of Villarini and I broke down and had the scones and a coffee for dessert. Especially if you visit the WWII museum which is less than a quarter mile away. . 3 minute walk try this place. Ambience was beautiful and worthy of NOLA. read more

Music, food, drinks, what's not to love?! The adult happy meal during happy hour is a must- lamb sliders, wings, fries, and a glass of Cava- all for $20. That's a great deal!! Will definitely be back on my next trip. read more

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Made a 7:30pm reservation in advance of visiting for JazzFest 2025. Excellent choice! We were seated upon arrival. The restaurant has high wood beamed ceilings, brick walls and a contemporary industrial feel. The space might have been 1/2 full when we arrived but was at capacity by 8:15...and for good reason! Plates is billed as a tapas restaurant but the servings are substantially larger than a typical tapas order in Barcelona. We ordered crawfish croquettes, crawfish with snap peas tomatoes and yuzu vinaigrette, tuna crudo, roasted oysters with Vietnamese Cajun butter and lemon breadcrumbs, seared scallops on grits and a special for the day crawfish bread. My favorites was the crawfish bread which was actually on toast with a healthy drizzle of Cajun seasoned butter and was out of this world. The roasted oysters were a close second. The oysters were served in a cast iron escargot style pan. The oysters were lightly poached in a gently seasoned butter and served with a lemon wedge. They were large and luscious and the butter complimented the fresh oyster flavor. We also shared a pan fried soft shell crab drizzled with basil oil that was fantastic. I highly recommend them all! The tuna crudo and crawfish with snap peas were very good as well. I mentioned to our server, Trey, that our dishes were excellent with a couple notes...the scallops had no real sear and the grits were waaay to salty to enjoy and the crawfish croquettes had a nice crust but the contents were under seasoned. All in all, the meal was terrific and I would return without hesitation. I'd highly recommend a visit! read more

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Simple yet refined, fresh and absolutely delicious. A friend and I stopped in for the first time to have brunch and were wowed by the menu, the service and the ambiance. It's a small, quaint spot conveniently located by Sutter Roseville Hospital, Galleria Mall/ The Fountains and I-80. The staff members were helpful in making menu suggestions and refreshing our drinks. Fast, friendly & convenient. Great all the way around! Loved it! Will definitely be back. read more