After reading all the positive reviews online, we were very excited for our reservation, but unfortunately didn't feel the meal lived up to the hype. The restaurant is very small, but well decorated. As mentioned in a few of the other reviews, it is extremely loud once inside. That's great for making the restaurant feel lively, but I wouldn't recommend going expecting to have much of a conversation over dinner. Our waitress disappeared for long stretches of the meal. I'm not sure what she had going on in the back; however, the entire dining room was visible from our table, so it very clearly wasn't other tables keeping her away. When she was available, she was polite enough but certainly not overly friendly. It definitely could have been a bad day, everyone is entitled to those, but it certainly was not the level of service we expected going in. When it came to the food, we started with the scallops which were admittedly delicious, but they unfortunately turned out to be the highlight of the meal. From there we had the braised short rib, which was extremely tender but largely bland, and the salmon, which was also bland with exclusion of the beurre blanc which was far too tangy and over powered the entire dish. All in all, we went in hoping to love it, but in a city with as good of food as New Orleans, you can find far better dining options at half the price. read more

Definitely in my Top 3 restaurants in NOLA. Can't believe it took me so long to find this place?! Very pleasing Decor, amazing service and perfect food! This is a MUST try for all! We had the Halibut and the Pierogis! Scraped our plates clean. Also tried two desserts and both were surprisingly good! The coconut cake and the malt chocolate...they will have to be ordered every time we go. This place is upscale casual, but, you'll feel comfortable erring on the side of looking nice. It's pricey and worth every penny! Excellent! read more

Amazing experience from start to finish. Celebrating our anniversary and they made us feel so special. Beautiful little building hidden behind the vines to help keep the outside noise out. Fresh, light and amazing food, not your typical New Orleans fair. Friendly and knowledge staff, I let the waiter do my wine pairing and he knocked it out of the park! Highly recommend and will be back. read more

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Wow. Just wow! I've been wanting to eat at Zasu since it opened but just never got over there. But we were celebrating a friend's birthday and so Zasu was the spot! Cocktails were great (according to my friends) but I just had a single lovely glass of bubbles thanks to my stupid allergies. The 3 of us shared 4 apps including the soup of the day which had sweet potato and poached shrimp and a corn relish, stunning. The green salad was gorgeous and delicious. The tuna tartare was delicious as well but not as stunning as the other two I ate. Plus my friends shared a pork belly with grits app that looked hearty enough to be an entrée. For the main course, I had the pierogis (love to see an actual vegetarian entrée on a menu) which were rich and filling and perfect. My friends had the salmon and the fish special which was tile fish. They both raved. For dessert we had a strawberry tart, coconut cake and a chocolate semifredo. All were delicious. The tart was my favorite with the dough having the perfect amount of salt to off set the sweet strawberries. My friend who swore she didn't like coconut is still raving about that cake 2 weeks later. And the semifredo was perfectly set and was like the yummiest s'mores you've ever eaten. Service was great. Friendly and professional... the perfect New Orleans balance. Everything was spot on. Parking is a half block up in the back of the Gulf Coast Bank (accessed from Iberville St) or on the street. CANNOT WAIT TO GO BACK!!! read more

Cute little friend or date night spot in Mid-City! First time here and the food was so flavorful! It is really cute and the people working there were so nice. A little on the pricier side but it's good for a special occasion! Here are some comments on the items: - Mocktails were YUM - Crispy Pork Cheeks a must - Agnolotti was good and filled a lot but would have liked it to have another topping, it was like fried potato chips, didn't really go with the pasta - Beef Short Rib Bourguignon was melt in your mouth soft and it also had tiny pieces of bacon on the side that were amazing - Fish was a special and okay, the gnocchi it came with as a side were good - Chocolate peanut butter ice cream was to die for - Coconut buttercream cake was good but didn't have as much passionfruit as we would have liked read more

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Amazing! Food was top notch, triple A+, service was casual but professional, wine list paired well w the menu. A true gem. As a tourist, somewhat off the beaten path but more than worth the effort to get there read more

I called and left a voicemail so my review is pending. I received my bank statement and the final amount charged was $40-50 more than the amount + tip. Keep an eye and keep your receipt!!! I believe there was an adjustment to my final amount that I was not aware of or approved! We live local so I am not happy! read more

The hubs and I attended the beautiful outdoor wedding of a new friend last night, and as the reception was outdoors and it was a little chilly, we headed out a smidgen early to have dinner indoors. We didn't know if it would be possible to walk in at 9:00 anywhere in the city and get a table, but when we called, the hostess at Zasu was kind enough to fit us in and had a 2 top ready for us upon arrival, We parked across Carrollton and walked the few steps to the front door of this charming little spot. We were customers of Rue 127, so were curious to see what changes had been made to the interior, and there were lots. Their buildout is perfect! More tables without feeling cramped, beautiful lighting, precious booths along the wall that used to be the hallway, and the paint color is gorgeous. Also the vibe is lively and intimate. It's noisy but in such a good way. Everyone seemed to be enjoying their food and the company of their groups. It felt very European. The meat and potatoes of our visit: The service was impeccable. Our waiter was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive, as was every other staff member we encountered. The food was delicious. For appetizers we chose the grilled octopus - so tasty and interesting, and the scallops - also yummy but the portion size was small. Maybe 3 scallops rather than 2. Two scallops for what I think was $16 is just too few. For entrees we chose the short rib which was super tender and served with an excellent potato side, and the chicken which was flavorful and served with a great crisped rice side. I'm so glad we finally made it to Zasu and I'm sure we'll return. read more

Zasu - Grilled Octopus - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Our table started with tuna appetizer and the fish was on point but it was salty. We also had the grilled octopus which I thought was fantastic with lemon added to the sauce. The pork cheek was also fantastic but may have been overcooked. I ordered the Oaxacan old fashioned which I thought was phenomenal. Shout out to the bartender. Definitely recommend. I ordered the beef bourguignon for the main course and it was perfect. The flavor was to die for. The meat was so tender. Also had a nibble of the salmon and definitely glad I took the bourguignon. Overall great vibe in the restaurant. Perfect for a small family dinner or with close friends. read more

Zasu - Beef bourguignon - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Excellent service and excellent food. A great choice for a nice dinner or a romantic night out. You can ride the streetcar up Canal from the quarter to Carrollton. Allow about 20 minutes. We really enjoyed our dinner. Appetizers: Caramelized Sunchoke & Chevre Agnolotti honeycrisp apple, sage breadcrumbs - AWESOME, don't miss the little heavenly pillows Tuna Crudo crunchy vermicelli, serrano, cilantro, yuzu-soy ponzu - excellent with a spicy kick Entrees: Wild Mushroom & Potato Pierogies caramelized vidalia onion, asparagus, onion creme fraiche - the mushroom pierogies were very good but the caramelized onions overpowered the mushroom flavor Beef Short Rib Bourguignon fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, haricots verts, braised shallot, bacon - excellent and very tender Dessert: Chocolate Malt Semifreddo cookie crumble, hazelnuts, toasted marshmallow - the toasted marshmallow on top of the ice cream was outstanding read more

Wow, wow, wow. One of my neighbors raved about this place and they were very sad that they could not enjoy a meal at Zasu during the pandemic as they were closed for a while. They just reopened their dining room in September and we went there for a dinner one night all together. You might be wondering about their location but I swear you passed by it so many times! I believe they turned what used to be a house into a restaurant and their entrance is so small that it is easy to miss but it is right by Dosan Noodle house in Mid-city. The restaurant is very small and do not quote me but they might be able to squeeze 10 groups at a time, where each group consists of less than 4 people. On the menu, they had 3-5 items per course so it is perfect for those who get overwhelmed by large selections. We shared about 5 appetizers among 7 people - grilled octopus, risotto, tuna tartar and sweet potato gnocchi were all phenomenal. My favorite was the grilled octopus. They used the tiny ones so it was not overwhelmingly huge and chewy - perfect bite size. I ordered that night's special which was a snapper but I swapped the setting with another entrée which was more Asian inspired. I really did appreciate that they accommodated my request and it came out absolutely perfect. Everybody in our table were happy with their entrée selection as well. The real special of that night was the truffle add-on - it was like $25 up charge but they shaved a generous amount! My company definitely enjoyed it. Even though their bar is so tiny, cocktails did not fall short of expectations. Overall I highly recommend this restaurant. Give it a try! read more

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My friend and I had an ahmazing dinner at Zasu this week. It has been a long time since I ate somewhere in NOLA where every dish was perfect but that's what we experienced here this week! We started with the Grilled Baby Octopus and the Seared Scallops. They were both fantastic but I would give an edge to the scallops because I am obsessed with crispy rice and the flavor was perfect! For my entree I tried the Seared Snapper which was perfectly cooked and delicious. I also really loved the perogies even though I'm not a huge perogi fan. I would definitely get those another day! For dessert we split the chocolate cake and the pavlova. They were both amazing though I would give a slight edge to the pavlova. The restaurant itself is a beautiful jewel box and the service was wonderful too. It was a little pricey but definitely worth it. This would be perfect for a special birthday/anniversary meal. read more

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I don't know where to begin.... I go out to eat a lot. I would say more than most people for sure. I also like nice restaurants. I also live walking distance from Zasu. I couldn't believe that I had never been there. I've been wanting to go I think it's hard to get in there last minute and I guess for some reason I just never planned ahead. My spouse was on the waiting list for reservations for Valentine's Day and we were called the day before to be asked if we wanted to take a reservation that cancelled. So we gladly accepted. We first walked into the place, and I was blown away by how nice clean and adorable this place was . It was very hip , sophisticated and cool not trying too hard. The staff was so wonderful and friendly. I felt right at home instantly. Then came the drinks . Expertly made wonderful cocktails. Whoever made the drinks definitely put a lot of thought into it and knew what they were doing. Then came the food . Oh my god. As someone who eats out a lot (as I stated earlier ) and was a former chef, can I tell you how blown away I was by this food? Appetizers were amazing. The presentation was fabulous. The second course we had this soup that was one of the best soups I've ever had and I love soup. I had the lamb for the entrée it was cooked perfectly and the flavor was so fantastic. read more

You know the feeling you get when you're favorite song comes on the radio or you see an old friend and you reminisce over the good ole days, what about when your favorite team wins the championship game or taking a walk on the beach and getting to watch the sunset? It's a warm fuzzy excited feeling, proud and happy, content and loved. I was so fortunate to experience all of these feelings and emotions from dining at Zasu last night. From the moment we walked up to the adorable establishment to when we were greeted by the warm hostess Trisha and given excellent recommendations by the bartender Tyler, every single piece of our dining puzzle was put together so beautifully and meticulously I know that I will never have another experience as perfect as this one. We had the pleasure of dining outside where the weather could not have been better! A sweet two person table with all of the intimate yet exhilarating vibes. The array of greenery amongst us outside added warm and inviting ambience. To start I ordered the Butterfly, a vodka based cocktail with a light and exciting taste that tickled my tastebuds. For our appetizers we tried Veal Short Ribs, Korean chili glaze and scallion egg fried rice, Beef Carpaccio, pickled celery, blue cheese, grilled bread and a spicy aioli, Citrus Poached Shrimp, hearts of palm radishes, grapefruit and a brown butter vinaigrette. We also tried the Asian Pear and Fried Celery Root salad with toasted hazelnut, basil and Parmesan. For our entrees we chose the Crusted Grouper and the Beef Bevette which I paired with a delectable Argentinian Malbec. What meal would be complete (at least not for my sweet tooth) without not only one dessert but a selection of several?! We had the Coffee Semifreddo, Passion Fruit Creme Brûlée, Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream and Pistachio Pavlova along with two coffees. Each dish was artfully prepared and presented as a one of a kind masterpiece with all of the elements pairing so superbly with one another. All of our senses were piqued and heightened to the fullest with every bite! Amidst all of this, the owner and James Beard Award-winning chef who has also appeared on Top Chef and Top Chef Masters, Sue Zemanick, came and introduced herself to us! Naturally, I was star stroke as she is culinary royalty but she was as down to earth as could be and an absolute joy to be around not to mention a cuisine genius! Leaving Zasu tonight left a spot in my heart that I know will never be filled to the extent it was filled tonight. The bar has been set exponentially high and I will remain forever grateful to have had the pleasure to experience such a divine culinary experience. The warmest of thank you's to Chef Sue, our server Louis, General Manager Chris, Tyler, Trisha and all of the staff at Zasu!!! We can not WAIT to return! read more

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Excellent meal and service. Will go back. Octopus appetizer and red snapper entree were excellent.

We come to NOLA often and decided to try some places we had not been to before - and Zasu was first on that list. Love the room and the seating was very comfortable. The menu was a good mix of options for vegetarian/pescatarians as well as meat eaters. Staff was welcoming and helpful with questions and service. I had the trout special and we also had the octopus appetizer and salmon entree. Drink choices were special and very satisfying. read more

An incredible first meal during our trip to New Orleans. We started with the special of red snapper cheeks and shared the short rib. We loved our server and the place was so cute!!! Loved everything about Zasu! read more

Zasu - Snapper cheeks - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We decided to enjoy Zasu, a trendy new restaurant along the N. Carrollton corridor (just off Canal) in Mid City. Chef Sue Zemanick artfully combines both local and non-native ingredients to create thoughtful and tasty dishes. Libations: 1) Cosmo - martini was well crafted and a refreshing start to a rich dinner. 2) 2014 Pinot Noir was smooth and velvety; perfect compliment to the beef entree. 1st Course: Lobster Bisque - rich and creamy, with small bits of sweet lobster. Perfect for a cool night. 2nd Course: Beef Bourguignon ($32). Served with fingerling potatoes, crispy bacon, sweet pearl onions, seasonal baby carrots, and crispy haricot vert. The serving of beef was quite substantial - at least 10oz. It was so tender and flavorful and sat atop all of the accompanying vegetables, which were well prepared and seasoned. 3rd Course: Chocolate Pot du Crème ($11). This is a classic New Orleans dessert but it is THE BEST I've had in town. It's a twist on the traditional dessert because of the contrasting salted caramel in the midst of the pot. It was topped with whipped crème fraiche, cocoa nibs, and fresh raspberries. A must, so save room! Pricing: Overall, this trendy spot seeks to add to the upscale restaurants in the Mid City corridor. However, it's a bit more expensive than similarly situated restaurants. Dećor: The interior is new and fresh, with green walls and retro globe lighting. Of note, Amanda Stone Talley, local New Orleans artist, created the beautiful, green wallpaper, which is reminiscent of views through a kaleidoscope - whimsical circular, whirring shapes. While beautiful, the decor lacks the ability to absorb sound. This makes for a VERY LOUD dining experience. In fact, I sat with two others and we struggled to hear one another across the table. Drapery would help to absorb the chatter throughout the long, hard space. Signage: For those aware of its predecessor restaurant, this new spot is not hard to find. However, for newcomers, be aware that the signage is a bit too modest/small. Plus, because the restaurant is set back from the street, it may be a benefit to increase signage to make it easier to locate. Overall, I enjoyed this experience and will visit again. Hopefully, they'll find creative ways to bring down the noise level. Though it is definitely a splurge to eat here, it's worth it on special occasions. Kudos, Chef! read more

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We heard a lot about Zasu and wanted to love it. But alas, quite a disappointment. Let's start with the noise factor. This is a relatively small space with a handful of booths, a row of tables for two in the middle, and larger tables on the other side. Even though the restaurant was about 40 percent full, we could hardly hear each other talk. The restaurant chose to seat two tables of 7 each that were a group celebrating something professional. So our entire meal felt like we were in a sports bar rather than an upscale restaurant. Even our server noted she would have to shout at us to describe the specials. The restaurant; obviously is aware of its acoustic problems -- there are sound absorbers (instead of art) on the walls and even the ceiling. My advice: don't book large groups you know are going to be creating a problem your restaurant can't handle. I can't even imagine if the place was full. As for the food, it was solid, but nothing extraordinary. Not a lot of imagination with a menu that's fish-forward. Portions are on the small, fancy side. Everything was well plated. But again, nothing to write home about compared to several other restaurants with similar price points. We were lucky to get a terrific server who saved the night with her charm and attentiveness. Also of note: no employees were people of color that we could see. read more

I've ordered from Zasu a few times and it's always good. This might have been the best yet. Ordering is easy online. You schedule your pickup time and they bring it out curbside. Super easy and convenient! The salad was good. It was a salad. Not much more to say. Now for the exciting part. Lobster Pot Pie. It's not your traditional shortcrust pie but more like a lobster "chicken and dumplings". It's amazing. A rich, creamy sauce covering huge junks of lobster meat topped with gruyere drop biscuits. Big seafood flavor. Zasu has an ever changing menu so you never know what's next but you can be sure it will be worth the money and the calories! read more

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Excited for the opening of this restaurant. Arrived for the earlier seating mid-week and the host was friendly and our server was quite knowledgeable. His recommendations for wine and food were spot on. We started with the octopus, veal shirt ribs and agnolotti. The agnolotti was absolutely divine. Octopus was good and perhaps since I'm of Asian descent wasn't as keen on the shirt ribs with a hint of the Korean flavors. It was still tasty, but given the authentic Korean food available to me where I live (City of angels) when I go back I would pass on that dish. Both salads were delicious. The fried and shaved hearts of palm and roasted and raw radishes were both bright, crisp and flavors really on point. The pickled quail egg was a delightful bite. For entrees. The sautéed snapper was cooked to perfection and accompanying white beans had me going back for more. Sautéed Halibut was good, but my preference is snapper to halibut as a fish overall. Personal preference. The wild mushroom and potato perogies were a standout dish and not to be missed. I was SUPER excited for the pot de Creme. One of my all time favorite desserts. For me, it was a bit on the richer side (I prefer mine a bit lighter) but the warm olive and cornmeal cake was surprisingly tastier than I would have thought. Great texture and just the right amount of sweet to round out our meal. Will definitely be back. read more

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Really nice food and service. Likes the hazel nut salad. Red snapper was great. Perfectly cooked. Good wine list, very reasonably priced too. Highly recommended read more

WOW. Behind the vines. They should have made the gate taller so I don't have to see the Walgreens sign while I sit outside on the deck. Fall weather is the best. The green on the walls is sophisticated, I love it! The butternut squash soup has shrimp and crab meat. Who doesn't like a hot soup on a French shotgun porch in the fall?! Best Friend came and we shared a salad. We laughed because it didn't have lettuce. We licked the plate as we ate the last bite. Crisp greens beans, cucumber, sprouts... it was delightful. Friend has the special - carp. As a vegan I enjoyed the short rib. House Cab will do. All desserts. read more

Fancy vacation dinner. Hospitable Service. Great recommendations for vegetarian and Kosher style pescatarian. Agnolotti And Tuna crudo were perfect. Crunchy green salad was beautiful and tasty. Pierogi and Carmelized onion perfect. Salmon just. Right. Brown sugar tart was surprisingly nuanced. All in All, a great meal. read more

I really wanted to love Zasu. I did not. The service was ok and the drinks were fine (which is table stakes in NOLA), but the amount of food served was minimal and the prices were not. I LOVE pierogies, so I decided to order the Wild Mushroom Pierogies. I saw the price for the pierogies was $32 so I assumed that would be a reasonable, entree-sized potion, ie at least six or perhaps eight of the delicious little pillows of goodness. I was shocked when the plate came to the table with JUST THREE pierogies. In other words, each mushroom pierogie costs more than $10. Where did they find these mushrooms... were they growing on unicorn turds? Three normal size pierogies is not an entree portion. And $32 for three mushroom pierogies is ricockulous. I don't recall anything else about the meal... my wife's whatever was fine but I left the restaurant feeling completely ripped off and I definitely will not go back. read more

Zasu - $32 for THREE pierogi! - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Outstanding in every way - table . Service , beverages, food, starters, entree, dessert , ambiance. Not "too" pretentious - easy to completely pass by. Quite ghetto , every other block on the way and back to the Parked car. Absolutely epic read more

Fantastic!! My boyfriend is a total foodie so when this was his one choice to take me to for dinner on my FIRST dinner in New Orleans ever, even though it was a newer place, this speaks volumes... Upon arriving in our UBER straight from our hotel the exterior was so sweet, romantic even! Love their logo. Interior was so charming, love the decor Appetizers we tried; the seasonal marinated blue crab claws. I literally could've drank the marinade. So delicious. Loved the seared scallops, the dish was flavorful and the textures were delightful! and the baby octopus dish, smokey meets creamy perfection! My Boifran got the Bibb lettuces salad. I was SO jelly and decided I would eat all of the blue cheese off Bc it's keto friendly ha! Bottle of red wine we had was alright, it opened up over the meal and paired nicely with my braised short rib, hold the tatters, extra spinach. It. was. on. Point. My love got the snapper curry dish and it was great. Dessert, passion fruit tiramisu, so tangy and delightful! The best part of all was meeting chef and owner Sue at the end of our meal, what a lovely human being. Highly recommend trying this place out! read more

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This was the best meal I had in New Orleans. Fresh delicious ingredients through three courses. Though this is an upscale restaurant better suited for adults, they were very accommodating of our young kid with the menu. House cocktails were also perfect and a nice complement to the meal. I loved the colors and decor as well. I highly recommend to anyone who likes delicious food. read more

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We sat at 1 of the 3 tables outside. They do not have a heat lamp so I would recommend bringing a coat if you're expecting it to be chilly. The Sunchoke and chèvre agnolotti with apple garnish was one of the best bites of the trip. Delicious. The tuna crudo with yuzu soy sauce and chips were fine. As expected. A little spicy. The halibut in miso broth with shimegi mushrooms was very bland. The fish was also quite dry. I was really disappointed with this dish as I had high expectations and didn't even finish it. My companion ordered the special tilefish with a creamier sauce. This fish was definitely juicer than mine but it was also bordering on bland as well. The dessert options were a semifreddo, galette, ice cream, and coconut cake. Nothing really jumped out at us so we passed. Drinks were good. My companion had a Manhattan and sazerac type drink. Overall, one outstanding dish and others were ok or subpar. read more

I love everything about zasu, the space, drinks, food, and service are all top notch. It's my favorite restaurant to celebrate special occasions, though I wish I could eat here once a week. Everything is consistently delicious. Don't skip dessert!! read more

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Jaw dropping! Amazing restaurant and amazing ambiance. I highly recommend this restaurant read more

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Excellent service, lovely dining room that is on the smallish side but is quite charming. The menu is well planned with a variety of choices without being overwhelming. Started with the Arugula salad, it was fantastic! Ordered the Red Snapper for an entree and will probably order dessert. 5 stars. read more

This gem of a restaurant is definitely worth a visit when in NOLA. We did not have a reservation, but took our chance and was able to be seated within 5 minutes. The restaurant is small and well set up for dining; cozy without feeling cramped. We started with cocktails beautifully crafted by Tyler, the talented mixologist. When it came time to order our food, it was difficult to decide which selection to make as all sounded so good. Started with a bibb lettuce salad with apples and blue cheese topped with quinoa. Delicious and light. I ordered the special entree for the night, a red fish with Brussels sprouts and mustard spaetzle. Wow. Fantastic! My husband ordered the halibut and vegetables spiced with dukkah. Another excellent choice. My son ordered the braised short ribs. Phenomenal. The atmosphere is lively, filled with happy customers and staff. Zasu deserves the many accolades it consistently receives. I highly recommend this restaurant to foodies and non-foodies alike. There are delicious selections for everyone. read more

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Love this place. You cannot go wrong with the tuna app and fish entrees. Halibut is a must!! The strawberry dessert was incredible read more

Zasu - Halibut!! So good! - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We loved Chef Zemanick at her old place and I was impressed with her tonight at Zasu. To be fair, I was on the fence between 4 and 5 stars. At any rate, we had a great dinner. Below is the breakdown for our 3 course meal. Apps: 1. Veal short ribs: great piece of meat. Good marbling. Dish had an Asian bend with a soy glaze and some fried rice with egg. Loved it. 2. Artichoke and goat cheese agnolotti. I don't know the difference between agnolotti and ravioli but I'm a fan. Had a hint of lemon. Another strong app order. Soup & Salad: Lobster bisque: it was a special. It was pretty decent but I was not in love with it. Fair amount of lobster but the bisque taste was a little bland for me. Fried and shaved hearts of palm. Shari V loved this dish. I liked it. Deep frying a thin slice of hearts of palm was interesting. Gave a typical salad an interesting twist. Entree: Beef bourguignon...excellent. Beautiful piece of meat. Again, great marbling. Loved the sauce. Rich and tasty. We had an excellent server, Johnny. He was pretty much Johnny on the spot. Not intrusive but always around to check in. He never let our water glasses go dry and gave nice explanations of the dishes. As for the restaurant ambiance, I found Zasu to be very comfy. It certainly had an upscale feel. I think I'll dress a bit nicer for our next visit. Overall, we really enjoyed our evening at Zasu. I am certain we will repeat. read more

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A great new addition to the already amazing food scene in NOLA, and one to watch out for in the coming years. Our table got overly excited about the menu and ordered a bunch of dishes so we were able to sample the breadth and depth of the chef's ingenuity. At the behest of our waiter's expert recommendation, we ordered the highlight dishes of our night: Agnolotti, Hearts of Palm, Perogies, cornmeal bread. The Agnolotti was an amazing app while underwhelming in presentation, knocked the ball out of the park with the flavors and texture. The Hearts of Palm, sourced and shipped directly from Hawaii, is a must order. The combination of fresh cut and fried Hearts of Palm, roasted radishes, and quail egg was simply divine. Clean, crisp, and delicious--another delightful surprise. Finally Perogies, boy, do I wish there were more than three on the plate. We rounded out our meal with a semi-savory desert. One that again, I would highly recommend. A special shoutout to our very knowlegable Kiwi waiter who also made great wine recommendations to go with our meal. Our experience would not have been as great without his input. (Better keep him around!) Summary rating of our meal: Grilled Octopus (4stars), Korean Shortribs (4stars) Artichoke Agnolotti (5stars), Hearts of Palm (5stars), Halibut (4stars), Mushroom Perogies (5stars). read more

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Don't even know where to start with the raves for this little Jewel! For starters Grilled baby octopus Phenomenal! So many flavors popping. Wagyu Beef Carpaccio delicious. Curried Grilled Lobster incredible Murder Point Oysters absolutely on point! Sautéed Halibut simply lovely Last but not least crème brûlée out of this world! Service was amazing! Could not have asked for a better night out with friends. Highly recommend read more

Zasu - Chef Susan You're the best! Thank you for such an amazing dinner. With VIP service. - New American Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Best dinner in NOLA! Sophisticated, subtle, multi-layered flavors. Serving from a cute little house on Carrollton, it's sexy, comfortable and unpretentious. The bartender's specialty, the Old Fashioned w Absinthe (!) was smooth as butter! Agnolotti appetizer was the best I've ever had! Beef Bourguigone and Red Snapper were stand-outs! Olive oil corn cake dessert was light and delicious. Chef Sue has created a welcome alternative to the big, bold NOLA flavors! You must try! read more

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Going to this place first for my NOLA trip just ruined the rest of my trip. Because no where else could compare! First off the decor and the hospitality is 10/10. I love the green and everyone was the best at getting people served and at the same time turn tables fast enough to get people in and out (very small space). The entree dish I had was the goulper and I keep dreaming of this fish. It was so moist and flaky and the sauce that accompanied it was heavenly. Must get this!! Also they had a special of corn soup and it tasted like corn potage I was so amazed. Thank you again Zasu for setting my expectations too high for the rest of my trip. Nothing else compared. read more

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Charming, intimate place a couple of miles from the French Quarter on the Canal Street streetcar line. Friendly and efficient service. The menu is creative and very well executed. We had octopus and scallop starters, followed by short ribs for me and a trout special for my wife. All delicious, with ample assorted vegetable garnish. Wines by the glass were well matched. For dessert, we shared a rich chocolate almond budino. Two thumbs up. read more