Best Casual Restaurants in Bywater

62 restaurants available nearby

1. BABs

new

4.8

Exceptional(772)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Bywater

Booked 6 times today

To us, BABs is a place for friends, or those who will soon be. BABs is a casual energetic place with yummy food, authentic hospitality, great libations and friendly faces.We cook ingredient driven food where inspiration comes from our personal experiences or one of the many cultures represented in our area, past and present. Our cooking is inspired by small local farms, using ingredients that are seasonal and raised or caught with care.New Orleans is our home. It’s a place with an amazing sense of community where we’ve created meaningful relationships, and met extraordinary people along the way. We’re excited to continue feeding visitors and the people like us, who call it home.-Nina Compton, Larry Miller, and the BABs Team

2. Alma Café

4.9

Exceptional(67)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Bywater

Booked 10 times today

Owner and Executive Chef Melissa Araujo is a 2024 James Beard Foundation Best Chef Southeast Semifinalist. Alma is an award winning Honduran restaurant located in the historic New Orleans Bywater, just outside the French Quarter. Alma means soul in Spanish. The menu showcases Chef Melissa Araujo's Honduran heritage and takes each guest on a journey through food and culture. The Soul has many stories to tell; Alma's tale is shared through it's dining experience. From Pollo Chuco, to Bloody Mary's and avocado toast, Alma offers an extensive array of dishes focusing on Honduran Food.Chef Araujo’s Father was Born in La Ceiba, Honduras and her memories of her childhood are centered around this particular view of the city. The mountains in the back, the ocean, the cool air in my face, my best memories were made in this city. Alma has given me the opportunity to recreate these memories and share them with our guests.Reservations available Monday- Thursday, Waitlist only on Weekends.

3. Silk Road

4.3

Awesome(234)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • The Marigny

Booked 4 times today

Silk Road, a New Orleans restaurant, features the modern cuisine of India and Asia and incorporates those flavors with contemporary American cuisine. We only use fresh local ingredients and fresh seafood that is a signature of New Orleans. Come visit us in the beautiful Marigny neighborhood of New Orleans for an evening full of delightful wine, amazing cuisine, and good company.

4. Meril

4.5

Awesome(6446)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Warehouse District

Booked 41 times today

Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.

5. Antoine's

4.6

Exceptional(11166)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 100 times today

Antoine's is excited to be celebrating 184 years in the French Quarter. We welcome you to enjoy our traditional French creole fare as well as updated classics in our beautiful and historic restaurant setting.Antoine's Dress Code isBusiness Casual: Jackets and collared shirts are strongly suggested for gentlemen. We kindly ask all guests not to wear athletic or beach clothing, baseball caps, or flip-flops. Antoine’s dress code will be enforced at the discretion of the manager.All private dining rooms are open and we are actively booking for future events. For private dining inquiries please learn more at www.antoines.com and fill out private dining inquiry.

6. Domenica

4.6

Exceptional(7401)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 97 times today

Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.

7. Red Fish Grill

4.5

Awesome(8463)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 39 times today

For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill. Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.Diner's Choice Award - Opentable"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table

8. Arnaud's

4.7

Exceptional(7333)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 47 times today

Often said the most beautiful dining room in New Orleans, Arnaud's offers the quintessential New Orleans dining experience. Remaining true to its traditions and courtesies, Arnaud's has served exceptional Creole cuisine for nearly 100 years. Our award winning Creole menu includes both classic and inventive dishes. Serving dinner nightly and Brunch with Live Dixieland Jazz on Sundays.Arnaud's Main Dining Room is one of four dining options in the Arnaud's Family.Arnaud's Jazz Bistro, Arnaud's Main Dining Room and the Arnaud's French 75 Bar are all located within one complex (entrances on Bienville Street).Remoulade, the casual side of Arnaud's (does not accept reservations), is located around the corner on Bourbon Street.

9. Public Service

3.0

Good(521)

Price: Moderate

• American • French Quarter

Booked 4 times today

A dynamic community gathering place, Public Service is a casual-yet-sophisticated restaurant with a menu honoring the Gulf Coast’s hard-working fishermen and farmers. Our chefs prepare contemporary cuisine in an open-display kitchen highlighted by an open-flame rotisserie.Join us for a relaxing meal with family or friends, a quick bite in our bar or pull up a stool at the open kitchen to experience a meal guided by our chefs. At Public Service, the recipe is simple: combine confident Southern hospitality with a menu that allows the ingredients to speak for themselves.Click on our virtual tour to step inside Public Service! https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=nopsi-hotel-icms#/3d-model/0/1?b11t0=1&a10ph=1&i2d0a=1&j2ck2=1

A photo of Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot restaurant

10. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot

4.7

Exceptional(750)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Warehouse District

Booked 15 times today

Effortlessly blending the eccentric personality of New Orleans’ bar culture with the old-world charm and sophistication of a classic social club, Peacock Room delivers a bright and vibrant feel during the day and a sexy, moody atmosphere come sundown, perfect for an afternoon aperitif, social dinner or an end-of-evening nightcap. The bar is stocked with everything from the classics to hard-to-find spirits, with an impressive collection of rum and madeira and an emphasis on drinks that are light and floral. The sipping is complemented by an elevated selection of small plates from Chef Samuel Peery that feature refined shareable interpretations of regional and international classics.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

L
lowell
Las Vegas •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Darla and Daniel were incredible waiters. Knowledgeable, great interaction. Food was perfect! Fried oysters with tasso gravy reduction was bomb. For those who don't know, tasso is Cajun smoked pork legs with extremely deep smoke. Then duck confit, thigh and drumb. Finished with peppermint ice cream and glacee drizzled with chocolate.
More info
Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
•
4.6
M
Michael
Dallas - Fort Worth •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Most food is definitely shareable. Each item ordered popped with its own explosion of flavors and was beautiful. Service was incredible… Highly recommend!
More info
MerilPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Warehouse District
•
4.5
W
Williamvip
New Orleans / Louisiana •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Nina Compton is an imaginative and highly skilled chef who consistently produces excellent food. Cocktails and service are top notch. We always have a great dining experience at both BABs and Compere Lapin and you gotta love the parking at BABs!
More info
BABsPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Bywater
•
4.8
D
Donna
Austin •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The best breakfast I have ever had, the Chilaquiles were the best and the Louisiana Omelette was fabulous. Our server was really great helpful, friendly and knowledgeable We will definitely return.
More info
Alma CaféPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Bywater
•
4.9
B
Barbaravip
New Orleans / Louisiana •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 24, 2024
We felt transported to another exotic world. From Kelly’s service to the Coolinary meal and the ambience it was special. We will go again.
More info
Silk RoadPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• The Marigny
•
4.3

Explore OpenTable

Bywater

Best Casual Restaurants in Bywater

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

62 restaurants available nearby

1. BABs

2. Alma Café

3. Silk Road

4. Meril

5. Antoine's

6. Domenica

7. Red Fish Grill

8. Arnaud's

9. Public Service

10. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable