Such a unique local spot. Only open on the weekends and the menu changes every week. Always locally sourced (and they have a lot of events at their farm in Mississippi!) You might not know exactly what you're ordering, but I can assure that it'll be delicious!! Me and my friend split two small & two large dishes. All delectable-- even had some leftovers. Unfortunately, our stomachs were not endless pits that night. So, we didn't have room for dessert this time. Although the (very bubbly) waiter highly suggested the cheesecake. A must try as a local in NOLA!! read more

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Shrimp and grits fitters were simply delicious. Truly unique 10/10. Ambiance is meh, this place is tiny. Not good for large groups, but we received stellar service. Would go back. Also heard the mushroom curry was legit. read more

Hole in the wall restaurant with amazing rotating menu! Feels like a dive bar with a 5 star meal. read more

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We came on a Sunday evening. They offer 3 entrees but were out of one. We ordered a starter for the table and our entrees. The starter was trying to be innovative but we thought the flavors were muddled and it was slightly disappointing. That was just the start. We sat waiting for our entrees for over 45 minutes.* No one came to check on us or inform us of a delay. No one came to refill our water glasses. We saw them busily shutting down tables and closing down. We felt invisible and ignored. Finally we got up and found someone to ask about our entrees. They had forgotten to tell the chef? Ok 8 more minutes they say.. the entrees were small and the noodles gummed together.Another disappointment. Lastly, the ambiance is like sitting in a DIY of someone's garage and yet prices were somewhat high. With so many eating options in this city, I would not return. *They did bring us a complementary slice of cheesecake as an apology but the damage was done. read more

The concept is that they change their menu every week with something new and seasonal. Kind of hard to write a review in the sense that anyone reading this will not be able to order what I ordered. The drinks I think are more consistent week to week, and if their chili limeade is any indication, are strongly flavored; that must be the spiciest cold beverage I've ever had. What I ate was intriguing: a fairly conventional but delicious salad with feta and toasted almonds, followed by a main dish of gnocchi with ponzu and some Asian vegetables, the sort of fusion cuisine I occasionally try on my own but rarely pull off so convincingly. That menu they're always changing is pretty small, but invariably has one vegan entree. They also release the menu online, so you can peruse it; I've checked quite a few times. Occasionally, I decide not to go because what they're offering isn't to my taste. Other times, I think it looks appealing but it's gone before I can make it in. They are open at fairly limited times. It's a small and very Bywater-infused atmosphere, with tattoos all around and an old wooden vibe. For some reason there seemed to be only one person really waiting tables and it was not a fast service experience. This strikes me as a place you wouldn't come for a quick meal anyway. It's better to enjoy it slowly over conversation while marveling at whatever creativity emerges from the kitchen. read more

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Top 5 restaraunts ive been to all time. This place is amazing. Its in Bywater in the more residential part so a bit hidden. We thought it was closed when we got there because of the dark iron doors. When we walked in the bartender/ waitress greeted us and we sat down. Atmoshpere is like a hipster voodoo cafe. Low lights and cool paintings and a bit of a mystery magic chill vibe. Very local it seems. And open late to 1am. Get the peach cocktail. It's so simple yet is one of the best cocktails I ever had. So smooth, clean and just the right amount of sweetness. The menu changes every Friday. Though I assume some dishes repeat themselves. We had the meat and cheese platter. It was all very good, with french bread and pita. And some type of spread that I never tasted before. It was very very good. Then we ordered the confluence of amur. It has a lobster tail, scallop and duck on a stick. Everything was cooked to perfection. And the potatoe salad that it came with was delicious as well. All the flavors worked together. The sides and garnishes where just as good as the fish and meat. It was amazing. Those dishes reminded me of Barcelona actually, with the meat cheeses fish and olive oils. Everything so fresh and delicious. Then desert blew our minds. Gwens cheescake was the best we ever had. It was dense, light and flaky and not to sweet. Very creamy and delicious. It had a very moist graham cracker bottom. We also had the choclate ganache desert. Which was some sort of corn bread brownie with date marmalade and chocolate ganache. I never had anything like it. It was so moist and the flavors were great. I would come back in a heart beat. Wish I lived here just for this restaraunt. Its truly one of a kind. And im surprised I dont think food network or a station like that has highlighted them. They really should be recognized more. read more

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Creative food really well done. As a local, I love that the menu is always changing. Love sitting streetside in the Bywater.

Fun and fabulous!! Brunch was on point- the iced coffee to pair cannot be missed, it's bold and juicy- Amazing service and I can't wait to come back for dinner. Owners are gems! read more

While I loved the concept of suis generis, it failed to hit the mark. Open only Friday through Sunday and switching up their menu each week with interesting and funky sounding small and large plates with a quirky interior, I was intrigued and excited to try. We were the first ones in at 6pm on the dot, ordered fairly quick, and then waited over an hour as the entire restaurant filled up and people who came in after us were finishing up their appetizers. Our server eventually came over to apologize and say that their system crashed and everything we ordered was deleted...(?) so we re ordered and waited some more. The drinks we ordered never came. Our server didn't come by to check in. Barely saw him and impossible to get ahold of. When it was time for the bill (2.5 hours after arriving...), yet again it was impossible to flag him down. I think the service really impacted the meal. The food was okay, there were some interesting flavors like the lasagna with smoked Gouda but a lot of dishes lacked flavor. Overall, disappointing and not worth a return when there are so many amazing places to eat in the city. read more

It took us forever to visit for taco Thursday as we've been going for the unusual weekly menu for a few years but so glad we went. Excellent amberjack tacos, taco salad and chicken carnitas. Definitely going back. read more

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This place is the best little hole in the wall. Not many tables, so be prepared to wait. But it's so worth it. Great eclectic menu that changes every week. It's an experience with food, service can be slow but great ambiance. read more

One of the cool things about Suis Generis is that because the menu changes on the regular, I get to update my reviews on the regular! I had dinner here on Friday night and there were two vegetarian options: a house-made gorgonzola ricotta baked pumpkin seed ravioli with asiago-parmesean cream sauce & asparagus AND a Burmese noodle bowl with organic baby bok choi, bamboo shoots & miso-ginger broth. I went for the latter because although the former piqued my interest (and my love for all things pumpkin seed), I figured it would be overkill with the "Fabulous Mezze Plate" (doesn't that sound like something I'd write on my own? But it's their words, not mine) that I also ordered. So much cheese, y'know? While one might think you can't have too much of a good thing, well that one wouldn't be me because you sure as hell can have too much of a good thing when it comes to foods that are rich and decadent. A note on the mezze plate: It is, indeed, fabulous. It, too, changes so while I can go on about how that double-aged Beemster X-O North Holland Gouda got my taste buds in the throes of passion, you may not get that on your Fabulous Mezze Plate next week. You can trust the fine folks at Suis Generis to pick out other excellent cheeses, however. I'm sure of it. A note on the Burmese Noodle Bowl: It's damn delicious. So, if they have noodle bowls on future menus, go for it. There was a ton of ginger in there. Seriously, at least a 3 inch fat root chopped up. I ate it all. I love ginger. A note on Suis Generis' plates and glasses: they make me feel like I'm at a party happening in the late 60s or early 70s. I expect fondue to be served at any minute. I love Suis Generis for the food, but I also just love the atmosphere. I love how at night they dim the lights and throw on the fake fire places and disco balls so that you feel like you're in the super cool rec room of some hip teenager circa 1970. It's intimate enough to be perfect for a date and friendly enough so that you can easily come in and eat alone. 5 stars! And read my earlier review about their Bellinis... read more

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This place is incredible. Food was unique and incredible, outstanding flavor combinations. Service was great, attentive and great recommendations. read more

Just arrived into town and our first meal was here. We were charmed by the place, it was dark and the booth we sat at seemed to be waiting for us. Cocktails were nice, ambience hip. We tried the vegan gnocchi which was great. I had the fish off the day in a delicious thick Cajun sauce.m, and preceding that some deliciously fresh shrimp fired spring rolls. They change their menu almost every day it appears, a real establishment for the funky Bywater area. read more

I can't tell you how much I enjoyed my solo dinner here last week. Great staff (and all super good looking folks to boot) I had the vegan curry (because, let's be honest, it's so very easy to eat meat here every meal) and it was EXQUISITE. No, I'm a total foodie brat, and it was VERY GOOD. Rich, just so yummy. Also fun to see caipirinhas on the menu! I got a spicy one :) The bathroom alone is enough reason to visit. The dj was playing a really fun unique set too. Mellow, but creative beats. I'll bring peeps in! read more

Sometimes it is Saturday night... and you and your friend are starving, but your first restaurant choice is closed. And then sometimes, you pick a brand new spot and you find.... - an ever-changing menu of delicious food locally and exotically sourced - a staff that is able and willing to discuss the dairy-free and gluten-free items with passion and with actual information - a funky venue with a live dj spinning records and decor to keep you on your toes and amused - other customers so happy with full bellies, tasty cocktails and friends that they broke until a dance party on their way out Seriously, this is a find. Words I offer won't do it justice. I'll be back very soon. I just wish I could ensure that delicious coconut curried scallop dish was always on the menu. read more

I have been to Suis Generis numerous times. It is a fun, quirky, laid-back neighborhood restaurant with food you would otherwise expect in an avant garde Parisian bistro. The menu changes every Friday, which means there is always a reason to come out and try something new. But don't forget Taco Night every Thursday. There is a dearth of good Mexican, Tex-Mex, Cal-Mex in New Orleans, but Suis Generis is doing its part to fix the problem. I look forwards to reading the new menu every Friday. That is the food part, but the workers and owners deserve mention as well. They are such a joy to talk with and interact with.This is a classy neighborhood restaurant and Bywater at its best! Closed during Saints games as it should be, because you should watching the game! read more

Seeing mixed reviews here & elsewhere, we decided to try this quirky ByWater eatery for ourselves. Good ginger margarita. Excellent charred ribeyes, served medium rare. Different sides. We give three stars; and, will be back. read more

This place is a total gem! I came here for brunch this weekend and really enjoyed my meal. The atmosphere is casual, cool, and quirky. The server didn't come out to greet/seat us right away so I took that time to really look around the space. I love that the ceiling is made of solo cups! My dining companion and I started off with some $5 mimosas. They were quite small, but I let it slide because of the on point champagne to OJ ratio. We ordered the shakshuka and the pork breakfast tacos. I loved every single bite of my shakshuka! It was absolutely spot on. Spicy, savory, and tangy. I know I'll have a difficult time ever ordering something else. I also really liked the breakfast tacos, the type of cheese they put on top really made it. After seeing that Suis Generis makes their own bloody mary mix from scratch, I knew I just HAD to try it. It was truly one of the best bloody mary's I've ever had! Lots of horseradish, garlic, and pickled things. Just how I like it. The only minor negative thing I can really say about my experience is that the service was a little awkward. But whatever, we all have our off days. After looking at their constantly changing dinner menu I know I'll definitely be back, and soon! read more

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Excellent place. Food always amazing. Menu sounds fancy but it's really a down to earth place anyone can enjoy.

Delicious brunch....mimosas, strawberry lemon aid vodka, burrito and eggs Bahia. Yummmm read more

Suis Generis - Just roll the pepper my way! - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Awesome everything. The art & decor are modern and spectacular, the service is warm and welcoming, and the food delicious and creative! We had a group of 8 walk in for Brunch without a reservation and lucked into seating right away (it was a bit early and it was mid January). The tunes were unique and cool but after a while there were chicken clucking sounds that were echoing and had reverb. That's when I noticed that there was actually a DJ spinning for Brunch! He was awesome, with straight up music mingling with occasional soundscapey ambient jams. All of the food was fantastic (between all of us we ordered almost the entire menu and there wasn't anything less than great). We all loved our experience and have talked about in in the weeks since. Highly recommended!!! read more

Deliciousness! Garden to table freshness with smokey flavors, grilled, juicy. Sample and share.

Found this place open late at night with some good food.vegan meat balls were delicious with good flavor.I liked how they have decorated the ceiling with red beer cups! Little bit pricey for the location and food but worth it read more

Suis Generis - Eggplant - Vegan meat balls. - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Absolutely perfectly nola restaurant. Quirky and fun with eclectic decor and a weekly rotating menu. Dark yet colorful and intimate bywater spot. A must try! I've had fish dishes, jerk chicken, and interesting appetizers. read more

Perfect place to host a rehearsal dinner. The staff is amazing and Chef Ernie is incredible to work with. A positive twist is their fam provides ingredients for their menu, which changes weekly. read more

My god. We've been here so many times and each time the food, servers, and the vibe have been spot on. I can't explain the style of food they serve other than to say it's inventive and oh so very delicious. The menu is always changing so it's unlikely you'll get to have that fabulous dish from last week you couldn't stop thinking about. But never worry. The next meal will absolutely not disappoint. The decor is funky kitsch with no pretense. It's just funky. I can't recommend this little gem strongly enough. Oh, and their cheesecake is amazing. read more

The restaurant's name translated means "Being the only example of its kind; constituting a class of its own; unique." It was gallery night, and we stopped in for appetizers before heading to Maurepas, which is right down the street. Everything was very fresh and good- we all just shared a salad and the ravioli because we were on the waiting list for Maurepas. Very cool and unique inside- the ceiling is covered in upside-down Solo cups, lots of odd lighting fixtures, and fun retro furniture. It was packed, and it was opening night. Despite this, the service was friendly and smooth. One of the owners came over and chatted with us while we waited. Just as the website says, he talked about how the menu would change constantly based on very fresh inventory. Very good vibe in a neighborhood exploding with creativity. read more

Really innovative, creative dishes and flavors. Excellent service, too! I wasn't a huge fan of their drinks, though. The ginger in the lemonade was overwhelming, and I'm saying that as someone that eats pickled ginger directly out of the jar! read more

I have been to New Orleans many times, but I have never eaten in the Bywater section of the city. It has really changed for the better . I went during their 1st anniversary weekend. The staffs were helpful, and the owners were around to make sure the service was going smoothly and everyone was happy. It was refreshing to get away from the tourist areas and to eat how locals eat when they go out. I would recommend to anyone looking for a break from the French Quarter and usual tourist areas. read more

New-ish little place across the street from Maurepas in the Bywater. My dining companion and I ate there after arriving at Maurepas last night only to find that it's closed on Wednesdays. Whoops. We had a couple of small plates (the Greek sausage with Brie/halloumi cheeses and avocado pâté, and the seared pork belly with garbanzo purée and cucumber/tomato salad) and a veggie stir-fry. The small plates were delicious. I thought the sausage was a little on the tough side but otherwise no complaints. The stir-fry was decent but not exceptional. We passed on dessert but the menu for that looked delectable as well. They have a pretty comprehensive beer/wine menu and have a few mixed drinks as well. I'm not a bourbon drinker but my dining companion liked their bourbon lemonade so much he ordered a second. Overall, this place was alright. I liked what I ate and would like to try other things on the menu, so I guess that means I'll be back! read more

Christ, finally an affordable vegetarian dinner spot in the bywater. They succeed where surprisingly few have failed. Sure, there's Maurepas and Satsuma, but Satsuma dosen't really have dinner and Maurepas is a bit bourgy. The vegetarian selection here isn't massive, but it's all delicious. The menu also purportedly changes ever few weeks, making the somewhat limited vegetarian selection more exciting. My girlfriend and myself gorged ourselves on the roasted cauliflower, veggie lo mein and vegetarian ravioli. Some of the best vegetarian food I've ever tasted. This place completely blows Maurepas out of the water for half the price. The booze is cheap and the service is friendly and unpretentious. Ambience for days. Easily the best vegetarian place in the bywater. One of the best in New Orleans. read more

After this meal, I loved everything and everybody. I loved the vibe at the place, the service, the food, the prices. I was even inclined to love my fellow diners, a group of French-speaking tourists. Yelp describes the Suis Generis' ambience as "hipster," and to the extent that hipster aesthetics are governed by eclectic mishmashes of religious candles, faux fireplaces, Solo cups and tiny toy cars, that's pretty accurate. ( I love all these things, especially faux fireplaces, so Suis was already scoring points.) The waiter was friendly and seemed eager for our approval of the dishes. She made a lot of eye contact and was incredibly generous with her wine pours (which btw, a glass of house red is $4). As in, more generosity would have resulted in spillage. THE FOOD. The food was better than any of the small plates/entrees/"global fusion" I've sampled at the various gastropubs that have sprung up in this section of Bywater. Roasted cauliflower was "cooked to perfection" (hate this phrase, but it is truth) with a generous glob of whipped goat cheese. House-made raviolis were savory and awesome and topped with grilled asparagus stalks criss-crossed bonfire style. Prices were good. We had three glasses of wine, the roasted cauliflower, veggie lo mein and house-made ravioli: total $50. I've walked past this place countless times; judging from the dark, cavernous exterior and sidewalk chalkboards, I took it for a dive bar. But I was completely wrong. Being wrong never tasted so delicious. read more

Suis Generis may well be the most unique restaurant in New Orleans - a tall order in a giant culinary town! There, you'll find a faux fireplace at every booth and a different chef every night, light streaming through a thousand red plastic cups and the owner spinning vinyl from his DJ roost, salt and pepper shakers mounted on Matchbox cars and popular rollover items from earlier in the week. And the food is, well, wonderfully unexpected. Suis G is the antithesis of a franchise. It's definitely a cool place to "feed your soul." Ps. I was recently there on a Saturday night. There were plenty of people, but I could still easily hear my friends, the waiter, and the music. Unlike most restaurants, the acoustics rock! read more

This place is great! I've been here twice now in the past couple of weeks, and plan to go back soon. The menu is a free-flowing, small plates, large plates structure. True to the statements on the website, there were several changes to the menu between my two visits. Last night as I came in, one of the friendly staff recommended the creamed corn topped with apple-smoked bacon. He later walked through with a box of ears of corn that he had obtained fresh and then roasted on a grill. The dish was delicious, spicy, and the bacon was nicely smoked. I ordered lamb on both of my visits. The lamb was prepared differently due to changes in the menu, but both times it was well-prepared, hearty and satisfying and carefully spiced. The atmosphere is relaxed, warm, and artistically decorated. read more

What a strange place! The vibe is nice. It's small, dark, with art featuring lots of reclaimed wood and religious icons. (Lol). The cocktail menu is somewhat one note - mostly sweet drinks with citrus notes. I had a couple of house made ginger lemonades with vodka. Simple and refreshing. The menu was cray. Highlighting sea creatures like the Loch Ness monster. I was excited to see how they incorporated these themes into the menu but the results were mixed. The meatloaf was molded to look like the Loch Ness monster. Lol okay but is it delicious? It's average. It had some dates stuck in the top that supposedly had foie gras inside but we couldn't taste it. The garlic bean purée it sat on was great. We also had the scallops wrapped in chicken skin over a black bean purée with broccoli florets. The scallops were delicious, moist on the inside and surrounded by crispy chicken skin. The purée was one note: cumin. The broccoli florets were cold and had no flavor. I hate to say it because I love that they change the menu so often and have such creative inspiration behind the dishes -- but some of them needed work. Our server was great. We had a miscommunication with our order (because the menu is cray and just changed I think mostly) and she comped a round of drinks and didn't charge us for the mistake. Can't complain about that! I might give it another try. read more

Took a nice long walk over here from the French Quarter only to discover that they serve brunch all the way until 3:00 PM and don't begin serving dinner until 6:00 PM. :( We were so disappointed since we really came for the small dinner dishes. Wamp wamp waaamp. Either way, we decided we'd make the most of it. We rested our legs, my husband got a beer and I got the Bloody Mary since I heard it was all the rage. It did NOT disappoint. Love how spicy it was. I would've gotten another one if we weren't already set on finding somewhere to get lunch. The waitress/bartender was extremely sweet. Hopefully we'll make the trek back out here for dinner one day. Random thought: It's a charming albeit weird little spot with red solo cups on the ceiling, random Barbies and Barbie parts lining the walls, and Matchbox car salt and pepper shakers. read more

Fresh, eclectic, relaxed. The food is fantastic. The chef uses fresh ingredients and the menu changes depending on whatever is available. So, relying on reviews of specific dishes is not as relevant as is the style of cooking. It is all about the combination of flavors. For example, the ahi ceviche with watermelon and thai peppers was amazing. Manchego cheese on roasted pineapples with a sweet and hot (chipotle) syrup was also incredible. The seafood stew was made with a coconut milk base giving it a rich undercurrent to highlight the taste and textures of the fresh fish. Major consistent themes (at least on this night): bold flavors, pepper accents, Asian influences, local ingredients. The decor is funky and eclectic. It may not be to everybody's taste, but it has a clear playful presence. If you go to the downstairs bathroom, you might not come out in time for dessert. I'll say no more. The service is friendly and relaxed. Excellent beer and wine selection. Check it out. read more

A quaint little cafe nestled in a residential area. The service was very friendly. Their handmade tomato jam 'pop-tart' was really good! Surprising, really. The shakshouka was also delicious. Minus one star because they were out of several ingredients so some of us weren't able to have our first choice. read more

Delicious with a hard working, caring cook. Menu changes every week, so I'm only gonna say what my wife and I had was really good. Do try.