Restaurants near National Square

69 restaurants available nearby

1. Brennan's

4.8

Exceptional(11848)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 220 times today

Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com. Welcome to Brennan's! Chef Ryan Hacker's menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar. $8 parking available at the Omni Royal Orleans Parking Garage, Thursday - Monday (6 hours; based on availability).

2. Cafe Degas

4.7

Exceptional(2990)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 45 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.

3. Antoine's

4.6

Exceptional(11350)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 138 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.

4. GW Fins

4.9

Exceptional(20077)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 159 times today

Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.

5. Domenica

4.5

Awesome(7499)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 64 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.

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6. Ralph's on the Park

4.7

Exceptional(4410)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 38 times today

Voted a "Top 10" Restaurant by NOLA.com readers and offering the city's best view of the majestic oak trees of City Park, Ralph's on the Park dishes up award-winning contemporary Creole cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. We offer fresh takes on New Orleans favorites showcase the finest seasonal Gulf seafood, premium meats, and locally sourced produce.Ralph's on the Park's Friday Lunch is a freewheeling New Orleans tradition. Weekend Brunch is a festive occasion featuring inspired egg entrées paired with perennial favorites Turtle Soup and City Park Salad. Dinner draws locals longing to celebrate - something, anything! with good company, creative cooking, and well-crafted cocktails.

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7. Muriel's Jackson Square

4.7

Exceptional(10365)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 87 times today

The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.

8. Mr. B's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(6374)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 96 times today

Mr. B's Bistro, a New Orleans restaurant famous for its Creole cuisine with a focus on fresh regional products, is located in the heart of the French Quarter at the intersection of Royal Street and Iberville. This corner is a New Orleans landmark and celebrated food corner. Considered the original New Orleans gourmet bistro, Mr. B's Bistro is owned and managed by Cindy Brennan, a member of the legendary New Orleans' Brennan Family.

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9. Tujague's - New Orleans

4.1

Excellent(3576)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 31 times today

Tujague's is the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans. This French Quarter institution has been serving traditional New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 160 years. Lore states that brunch originated here, as did the Grasshopper cocktail. Homages to the restaurant's long and colorful history abound within the interior of the building from the classic 19th century architecture to memorabilia on the walls.Menu items such as the seared gulf fish and the daily gumbo meld French traditions with New Orleans fare and flare. Our famous five course menu is still served nightly; but have no fear, the menu is no longer pre-fixe, so those less ravenous diners can join in too.If you want a quintessential New Orleans experience filled with history and local fare, Tujague's is your place.

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10. Landry’s Seafood House – New Orleans Lake Pontchartrain

4.6

Exceptional(1378)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Lakeview/Gentilly

Booked 11 times today

The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.

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Daniel
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My wife, son, and I visited while on vacation for our 15th anniversary (wife and I of course, son is 5). Food was amazing and the staff were great. The history of the Bananas Foster makes the sugary dish even better… a must visit when in New Orleans.
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Brennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.8
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Brandon
Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service great from the moment we walked in. Enjoyed every bite. My barracuda was slightly over cooked but nothing disappointing and the sauces that accompanied it with the sides were outstanding. Had a great experience, and a place I would definitely recommend in the French Quarter.
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GW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter
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4.9
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Jennifer
West Palm Beach •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our evening was amazing! Chuck, our server, was terrific! He is an asset to the restaurant and made our experience at Antoine’s SO special! He enlightened us with restaurant history, made us laugh and he took the time to explain the dishes that make Antoine’s so unique. This establishment is a such a gem! Thank you for making my husbands birthday so memerable.
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Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.6
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Travis
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a business dinner and had to change my reservation count at the last minute. No problem! Food was great! Service was great! Heather was our server and had some great recommendations and was very personable adding to our great experience. Will eat here again when I come back to New Orleans!
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DomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District
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4.5
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gary
New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A very nice dining experience adjacent the cathedral on Jackson Square. Service was attentive; beverages, soup, main course, dessert, all excellent. Respectable wine menu too.
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Muriel's Jackson SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
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4.7

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69 restaurants available nearby

1. Brennan's

2. Cafe Degas

3. Antoine's

4. GW Fins

5. Domenica

6. Ralph's on the Park

7. Muriel's Jackson Square

8. Mr. B's Bistro

9. Tujague's - New Orleans

10. Landry’s Seafood House – New Orleans Lake Pontchartrain

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