We were disappointed with the gumbo we received. It looked more like a rice-and-chicken dish than a proper gumbo, and its appearance was off‑putting. The flavor was even worse than it looked. Although we arrived just before the kitchen closed, that shouldn't excuse how poor it was. We did enjoy the blood drinks! read more

Vampire Cafe - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Luca is amazing server! She deserves a raise! Great spot! Open late! Great info and wonderful! This place has amazing food! The best sweet potatoes! read more

Vampire Cafe - Blood bags - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We were shocked at how good the Vampire Cafe was, not just a little tourist trap but a real fine dining establishment. The duck and filet were some of the best dishes we had on our short trip to the city. Drinks were fun and well themed as well. The entire experience was wonderful, and meeting the bar (soon-to-be) owner was a great experience with amazing service. One I recommend returning to! read more

I have never given a review in my life but the staff at this place were so rude it was comical. The drinks were terrible but the deviled eggs were wonderful. Just not good enough to make me want to ever go to this place again. read more

This restaurant bar is really nice. Not too loud and the staff is really friendly. The wait for the food was insanely long. We all ordered the burgers and the shrimp and grits for the appetizer. The shrimp and grits were delicious, this has been the best tasting dish I've had my whole trip in NOLA. Very savory and cooked to perfection. The burgers were well seasoned just a little too rare for my taste, I asked for medium and it almost looked raw inside. Overall I'd go again for the shrimp and grits soooo yummy. read more

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We had a fun night out at the Vampire Cafe. They are known for their blood bag cocktails and mocktails, and since it's New Orleans, you can grab one to go. The menu is vampire/blood themed, and they have their own (I think?) Vampire label wine. All of the cocktails are named after blood types, and a lot have a reddish tint. I went with the A+, which was close to a French 75, and it was very good. Food is all blood-ish themed, and quite good. I did consider the portions a bit small for the asking price. I had the roast duck, which came with green beans and crispy potatoes, and a cherry wine sauce. Since I'd been eating a lot of shrimp, and duck is not common, I went with that. It was a little overcooked and tough, but good flavor, and the cherry wine sauce was a nice touch. The green beans had pancetta, which was absolutely incinerated on mine - it looked like little charcoal briquettes. Not cool, but I don't eat pork anyway. Finally, I had the Doberge cake, which was not overly large and it was delightful! Nice moist cake with lovely chocolate ganache and maybe a coffee creme? So good. I was honestly a little disappointed that the theme wasn't more obvious. The decor is classy, and gothic, but not overtly vampire. However, the food was good, and while we didn't get a blood bag, they were cute to see people walking around with. read more

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Everything was pretty average. I wished the burger was cooked a little bit more, I ordered a medium well and the burger I receive was medium, borderline medium rare. The restaurant was dark but that matches the vibe of vampire so we loved it. The food was just average. Spiked vodka was great! read more

Vampire Cafe - Napkin set up - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Went in today to find out my favorite waiter was no longer there. I always stopped in when I was in New Orleans only to see Richard, now that I know he is gone I won't be back....the food is mediocre at best, you can find so many better choices all over the quarter. read more

The salmon plate was so incredible that I had to eat it two days in a row. I found their food to be very good, but inconsistent. I'm not a fan of their gumbo. Maybe it was an off day. It was dark and muddy and lacking in meat. I actually ended up giving my daughter a lot of my food because she didn't like hers, which is also why I came back a second time to enjoy it. She didn't want to come back. I ordered a glass of Inkarri with my salmon the second time, which was so good that I came home and ordered a case!! Only to find the Inkarri was not the wine I was given! It was extremely disappointing to have the best wine you've had in a long time, only NOT to be told they were out and that I was given something else or even what it was. Honestly, it is unacceptable of your server. I'm very disappointed now that I ordered the wrong wine and have no idea what I had, so I can't get more. read more

Vampire Cafe - Salmon plate was delectable. I had it two days in a row. - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We went there for the vampire blood bags . Hostess was fantastic . The bar maid made us laugh and great . Ambiance was neat and fun .. We loved our blood bags . read more

This was the best I've ever eaten in my life. The alligator was seriously the best meal I've had in new Orleans. I loved the decorations in the restaurant I'm a huge vampire fan, loved the experince. read more

Fun place and service. We came for some drinks and appetizers. It was packed and we had to wait. Kitschy place with sangria in blood bags. Drinks were good. Snacks were good. Cool ambiance in the French Quarter. read more

Vampire Cafe - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The drinks sucked and the server was not a very good one either. Not sure why this place has stars or maybe we just didn't get as lucky. Me and my sister were vacationing and was excited to check this place out. We ordered a appetizer and the waiter came back and said "we ran out" didnt even assist us with another option. Then we decided to just order a drink and it was horrible taste. I will not recommend this spot or ever come back again. read more

Fun little vampire cafe. Appreciate that for a little extra you can get your wine in a blood bag. Service is friendly, and it's a bit fancy if you can prepare for that. Goth style is preferred apparently. Didn't get any food, just a blood bag. read more

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The hostess great us with delight,we were reseated by a window facing the entrance. It was a busy time for them so something's weren't available we were interested. And somethings were a little pricey.Nevertheless we ordered champagne and Charcuterie at 11:30 in the morning, and wasn't disappointed."LISA " our server was pleasant and treated us very well and informed us on the other locations and discounts. All and all 4/5 read more

Vampire Cafe - Champagne - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This bar is a nice little hole in the wall off of Bourbon Street; away from the noise and crowds but with twice the flavor. I was on a mission to find a local speakeasy and stopped here on my quest. The ambiance is cozy and the craft cocktails are delicious. It has a speakeasy appeal but without the exclusivity. The bartenders are friendly and helpful with drink advice. In my top five bars in the Big Easy. read more

Vampire Cafe - Vampire Sazerac - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

A Vampire diaries/originals fan favorite!! My cousins and i definitely wanted to see what the hype was while we were in town. Personally, I was a little disappointed. I think I just expected more. It's definitely overhyped. Although it is something you should do for the blood bags as that is truly the most iconic part/a cool memory! It's like a sit down when you go in. read more

Vampire Cafe - Blood bag-pomegranate - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I fell in love with this cafe, it was love at first bite! Of food that is. This cafe wasn't cheesy at all. There wasn't a whole lot of vampire decor, it was mostly the drinks and maybe some menu item names. I loved it's gothic, vintage interior. Service was amazing, I wish I could remember our servers name. She was great. I ordered the fried deviled eggs. There were three eggs total. They were topped with caviar, capers, and smoked salmon. They were DELICIOUS! I also had the baked brie. It was topped with cranberries and walnuts. I had to try the pomegranate lemonade with vodka in a blood bag. The music was great, food was delicious. There was no wait when we arrived to eat, we were seated immediately. I'm sure it'll differ depending on the time of year and day of week. I loved the bathroom. I know that sounds silly, but sometimes the bathrooms in cafes or restaurants can be the easter egg to a culinary outing. Super fun and very pretty. I'm glad this was our first dinner stop in New Orleans! I'll definitely recommend to everyone and return again someday. read more

Food Good quality, excellent flavors, but a little bit pricey. Service A little slow due to the popularity of this place. They also don't split checks for parties of any size for whatever reason. Ambiance It definitely hits the mark for a vampire themed restaurant. The bathroom was pretty impressively decorated in the dark, gothic, look that is synonymous with vampires and anything dark. read more

The food was okay. Not worth the prices. They seemed short staffed though our waitress tried hard to keep up. I guess we expected more than a few vampire themed drinks. The ambiance isn't very Bram Stoker. Not sure what we wanted but we didn't get it. I guess we thought it would be more to theme. read more

We went here on Saturday and it was packed full. I got a blood bag to-go. I was able to pay for it and get the drink quickly. The ambiance here is so fun with chandeliers. There was a vegetarian food option on the menu but we just got a drink here. read more

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The restaurant and concept is cute but the bar tenders all suck. Me and my cousin sat at the bar cuz all we really wanted were the blood pouches and the bartenders had a stank face the entire time. They didn't want to help no body. Left because when we asked for two more they said "our bartenders will help you soon". When he could have easily got it himself? read more

Vampire Cafe - Outside - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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It's giving tourists trap. Service is good. The place is small doesn't really seat big parties. Didn't get food. Got the B- with another person and we didn't like it. read more

Vampire Cafe - Vibes - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

if you are into the spooky vibe, this place is for you. i ordered a tea leaf reading, and if we are being honest here, it was not worth 12 dollars considering they gave me a piece of paper with a link to figure out what my reading meant, and the link didn't even work. but it was still worth it because we got invited to go to their private speakeasy later that night, which was one of the best nights of my life!! read more

Vampire Cafe - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Went for the viral blood bags and creme brûlée and it did not disappoint. Small little place with so much character and lively . The drinks (blood bags) were refreshing and not too strong but just right. The brûlée was a good size and so creamy. Service was efficient and fast with little chitchat which I appreciated. read more

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Cool concept. We stopped in to try the blood bags and get a dessert. They were out of Sangria so we had to get the lemonade bag with vodka. Was way too sweet for my taste. Fun place to visit but very over priced. Was $90 plus for three blood bags and three desserts. More than what we spent on lunch and drinks at another establishment. read more

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This bar is where I would have wanted to hang out as a teen. As I walked in there was a table of girls dressed goth and they were taking their blood drinks very seriously. The theming throughout matches the name of the establishment and the blood bags were hilarious. I had trouble opening the nozzle and the bartender had to show me a few times. You'd think I hadn't spent my childhood drinking capri suns. The bartender gets special points because she recommended the best spot to grab poboys which was my stop after filling up on AB+. The majority of the drinks are a mixture of cranberry and vodka with different splashes to mix it up. I tasted a hint of lemonade mixed with the cranberry in my blood. read more

Vampire Cafe - Blood bag. - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

5 stars for the experience & detail! I didn't get to try the food, but the dishes look satisfying. It's a small cafe located in the French quarter. I can assume this place gets busy especially at night. I love the concept of the drinks and it definitely feels like you're in Dracula's mansion. Please be patient & kind. Once you enter, wait to be seated. Like I said it can get busy and there's minimal staff. read more

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Come see Zach best espresso martinis, clean bathrooms. Great service... the only downside is you can't stand at the bar and you can't sit at the tables unless you are dining read more

Vampire Cafe - Bloody Marie - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Oh my goodness! Come and check out this restaurant and bar! The food is delicious! Ask for Kendall - she's super helpful and patient as we reveled in the menu selections. If you visit NOLA, make this a must-do on your list! Enjoy!! read more

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When visiting New Orleans, one must get a blood bag from the Vampire Cafe. We didn't eat here, but the menu looked pretty good. We had fun drinks and of course a blood bag. The ceiling is made of copper tiles, the vibe is eery and fun. There is a secret, if you go here, then to the Apothecary, you can get a card that will take you to a speakeasy at Fritzels. It's all tied together and such a fun experience. read more

Vampire Cafe - Copper tile ceiling - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Jumping up and down like the total vampire nerd that I am. I'm not sure how many times I've walked by this restaurant on all my many trips down here to the quarter. The first few times I just kind of chuckled at the sight of the sign. Especially since my very first time down here I was adamant about finding the bench that Elijah and Nicklaus sat on filming the originals and then searching for Davina's church lol. Imagine my surprise when I finally got a chance to look up this place, after oh I duno a dozen obvious times down here. This place definitely did nit disappoint. The restaurant was a bit small but very quaint. They tables small but they gave off an intimate kind of feel considering the size of the restaurant and how close the tables were set up. I think there may have been a table or 2 outside can't quite remember. Could have been a tarot card reader. There was a bar area. Looked pretty well stocked up from where we were seated. Omygosh the table set up was soooooo cute. The way the napkins were folded and the cutlery was set up. My friend and i have this thing where we THINK we can eat a lot but we then realize we can't and over order. So now we've come to the compromise of usually trying out and appetizer or 2 and sharing the main course. Now after actually looking up this place how can we come and NOT order a blood bag drink. We got the one with vodka and I think raspberry lemonade. Not too strong. So so cute. Kinda kicking myself for forgetting to bring it back home with me. Note to self. Don't forget next time lol. The food was absolutely delicious. My only complaint broccolini was either a bit too overcooked or kind of on the older side. A bit harder to cut a kind of a chewy/ stringy texture. Our server Noah was great. Attentive, informative, friendly. All that you could possibly want to have a memorable dining experience. O even purchased the book about vampires folklore and legends in New Orleans Asian added bonus it's signed by the author. How cool is that? Then to top it off, we were given a little card that grants us access to a super secret little place to check out later in the evening if we dared to venture out. Which of course we never got around to going to. But, next trip it's on my list!! read more

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While this place may be touristy, I thought it was something different to visit. I ordered the breakfast sandwich and I really enjoyed it! I also ordered one of their blood bags and it tasted like koolaid without tasting too much alcohol. The service was great, our server was consistently checking in on us and the restaurant wasn't that full when we went. read more

Vampire Cafe - Menu - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We went to Nawlins with our kids and it was their first time. Our son the foodie recommended places he'd seen good reviews on so we gave them a try. This place turned out to be 5 stars., we'd been to N.O. before and I think it may be hard to find a bad meal here....great ambiance, food and friendly service. Our son got some wine in an IV bag, blood bag Fangria, he said it was very good. My wife enjoyed a bowl of seafood gumbo. I enjoyed a Dracula burger cooked medium.....yum, if i'd stuck with the theme I would have gotten the burger done rare. Our son enjoyed and shared a filet that came with garlic mashed taters and grilled asparagus topped wit' garlic truffle butter. Our daughter-in-law enjoyed a caesar salad and a side of mashed taters. Great meal and service. The grandbaby sampled.... read more

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Service was great and the vibe was super chill with the gothic/vampire décor. Our bartender was super nice and even recommended us to their wonderful speakeasy! Secret location and you need the purple ticket. I highly recommend this spot. read more

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The Vampire Cafe on Royal Street had goth servers! Awesome! We had to go for it. The menu includes mushroom teas and other vampire treats but we are mere mortals. So we had a duck pastrami panini with goat cheese and a small side salad. My husband had the braised shortrib all over roast carrots and mashed potatoes. I wrapped up with a glass of Taylor's port and the espresso creme brulee. read more

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I would choose 0 stars if I could. First of all a long wait way too long 3 hr wait so we walked to the second location which is this one and they said 2hr wait still way to long but they put us on the waiting list to call us back so we decided to walk around while the time passed well 2 hrs past and nothing 3 hrs nothing so at that point we had already ate somewhere else. And t it was 4am still no call lol wow great service guys. Next day we never got a call smh. read more

The service here is very attentive and kind. The ambiance is definitely what holds this place together. From the decor to the music and plating... I loved it! I wanted to love everything about this place SO much more, because obviously; we're all looking for good food here! And this is where it all fell apart. I had the seafood gumbo; which was texturally too thick for me. And with the addition of raw pieces of green onion mixed in, I found only the oysters pleasant. I also had the vampire burger and house made chips. The chips were all over done, and by a lot; but I was still served them. They all had a burnt bitter taste. The burger was over cooked and dry and the buns were SUPER dry and crumbly. I did not finish any of my food. Again, awesome ambiance; so if you're just here for a vibe and drinks; you'll probably do just fine. Oh! On my way out, one of the bus boys passed my table with an open sore/wound clearly visible and unbandaged on his forearm!! Very on brand for a vampire themed establishment, but as I'm not a true blood sucker, I was instantly put off by the sight of blood and couldn't leave fast enough!! read more

Vampire Cafe - Menu - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Service was great, they totally played with my excitement it's ambiance was not over the top with vampires and lore...just enough to "feel" it, ya know? Food was decent. I had breaded/fried deviled eggs and a hamburger, both well made. read more

Vampire Cafe - Virgin (fake) blood bag drink - Cafes Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Totally walk on by. This place is overpriced, limited menu and flavorless. I will say the bar is cool and their drink menu is interesting, keeping the vampire theme. Our party thought this place was a pass. read more