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A photo of Nobu - Caesars New Orleans restaurant
1. Nobu - Caesars New Orleans
4.6
Exceptional(164)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Central Business District
Booked 52 times today
Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at Nobu, the Japanese restaurant created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Located in the historic city of New Orleans, Chef Nobu will introduce his signature cuisine to Louisiana, setting a new standard for elevated Japanese dining in the heart of the Big Easy.
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2. Arnaud's
4.7
Exceptional(7340)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 54 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.
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3. Cafe Degas
4.7
Exceptional(2952)
Price: Expensive
• French • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 35 times today
Voted Most Romantic Restaurant in New Orleans, this Faubourg St. John Bistro offers simple, yet artfully executed, classic French cuisine featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a fine dining experience in a casual outdoor cafe atmosphere on the beautiful and historic Oak-lined Esplanade Avenue.
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4. Toups Meatery
4.7
Exceptional(2430)
Price: Expensive
• Cajun • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 21 times today
Toups' Meatery is a contemporary Cajun restaurant featuring fine food, wine, specialty cocktails, extensive Bourbon selection and charcuterie inspired by deep-rooted Louisiana family traditions. Chef Isaac Toups represents the new guard of Cajun chefs for his updated refined approach to rustic dishes. Cooking the food that’s closest to his heart has earned him rave reviews including recently being named a James Beard Semi-Finalist for Best Chef of the South 2014 & 2015. Located in beautiful Mid City near City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Art.
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5. The Italian Barrel
4.7
Exceptional(3443)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • French Quarter
Booked 18 times today
Fine dining awaits you in our intimate dining area. Both indoor & outdoor as well as seating at our premier handcraft bar. Our marble-top bar greets you upon entry, you will find yourself in candle light looking at white linen tables that are positioned on beautiful wood and brick flooring surrounded by bottles of fine Italian wines. The Chef and Owner Samantha Castagnetti brings her city in Northern Italia to you via overnight shipments of imported Italian foods and boast over 40 wines almost all are served by the glass- 14 years and counting.. Come and see what everyone raves about! Authentic food is an understatement - this is the real thing. Reservations are most welcomed and taken only through OpenTable for parties of 12 or less.
A photo of Kingfish - New Orleans restaurant
6. Kingfish - New Orleans
4.2
Awesome(1903)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 15 times today
Kingfish is a popular casual restaurant and cocktail bar in New Orleans that salutes the Huey P. Long Era. The Kingfish menu embodies new Louisiana cuisine. That along with our talented bartenders' skill & expertise combine to create a unique Louisiana-centric dining experience. So whether you are a visitor to our wonderful city or one of our regulars, Kingfish is a perfect place to meet up with friends for an evening in the New Orleans' French Quarter.
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7. Trenasse
4.5
Awesome(1956)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Central Business District
Booked 12 times today
The collaborating chefs of Trenasse focus on Gulf Coast Cuisine with a South Louisiana Flare. Using regionally farmed ingredients we present our dishes classically and creatively. Along with a dynamic team Chefs, we execute a culinary program known as one of “The Best in The City”. Our talented team is ready to serve the thriving business lunch crowd of the central business district, local foodies, and numerous city wide festivals and conventions.
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8. Lola's
4.4
Awesome(742)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 3 times today
Lola's is truly authentic Spanish food, with a twist, in New Orleans. We are a local restaurant in the Mid-City area serving traditional Spanish dishes that have influenced the local Creole cuisine for decades.
A photo of The Rib Room at the Omni Royal Orleans restaurant
9. The Rib Room at the Omni Royal Orleans
4.4
Awesome(1843)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • French Quarter
Booked 12 times today
The Rib Room at the Omni Royal Orleans has been a staple in the New Orleans culinary scene for 60 years. Known for its outstanding food and service, it has a cozy atmosphere that diners love. Reviews consistently praise the excellent service, ambiance, and delicious food. One reviewer said, 'Everything, the food, their service, the atmosphere, was perfect.' The Rib Room is a true gem in the French Quarter, making it definitely worth the drive.
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10. Coquette
new
4.7
Exceptional(3071)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lower Garden District
Booked 15 times today
Located in the Garden District of New Orleans, Coquette offers innovative southern cuisine with an emphasis on locally sourced product. Featuring an accessible international wine list, classic and creative New Orleans cocktails and a well-traveled beer list.
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  • JOSEPH B.
    New Orleans / Louisiana •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything was great at Bistro Daisy, the food, the service and the charming dining room decor, which is very tasteful, and it was acoustically nice and quiet. It was a little too dark in there for me to read the menu, and I made a mental note to being a pocket flashlight next time. I don't know why restaurant owners think it is very clever to maintain what almost amounts to a photography-development darkroom.
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    Bistro DaisyPrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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    5
  • Tessavip
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Toup’s is a treasure in the neighborhood. Fantastic service and such a reasonable price for the delicious options!
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    Toups MeateryPrice: Expensive• Cajun• Mid-City / City Park
    •
    4.7
  • Rebecca
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Ashley was an excellent server who made our Thanksgiving dinner very special. She was timely and very attentive. All of the staff were friendly and courteous. The ambiance was great as usual, and seeing an alligator and all the wildlife was wonderful. We chose Restaurant des Familles because it is one of our favorite restaurants in the area and they did not disappoint in making our Thanksgiving meal memorable. We will be back soon as we have guests coming in from Michigan for New Year’s. We know they will love the atmosphere and the food that only Restaurant des Familles can provide!!!
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    Restaurant des FamillesPrice: Expensive• Cajun• West Bank
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    4.7
  • Teresa
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Excellent food and amazing service. Cozy space. Will be back!
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    CoquettePrice: Expensive• American• Lower Garden District
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    4.7
  • Kelly
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    Delicious dinner to celebrate my16 year old granddaughter’s birthday!
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    Porter & Luke'sPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Metairie
    •
    4.5

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