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Jewel of the South, New Orleans, LA
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Jewel of the South

$31 to $50
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Charming
Borrowing its name from an influential 1850s-vintage bar in the Central Business District, this pub-like tavern (with courtyard) occupies an old brick Creole cottage in the French Quarter, where well-known local bartender Chris Hannah serves up cocktails both classic and contemporary. London-born chef Philip Whitmarsh runs the kitchen.
Accolades include James Beard, World 50 Best, Art of Hospitality, Best Bar South (North America).

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Phil Whitmarsh

  • Award icon
    James Beard Award2024

From the OpenTable editors: In a brick cottage with blue shutters in the French Quarter, you’ll find one of the best bars in the world, a James Beard Award winner ranked on the World’s 50 Best Bars. Beloved local bartender Chris Hannah shakes innovative cocktails like a curried banana colada or bologna negroni (say it out loud) starring mortadella-infused Campari. It’s worth staying for dinner, to sample half a dozen different types of caviar and unusual cuts like wagyu tongue and duck neck sausage.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Cocktail Bar, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 265-8816
  • Website
    http://jewelnola.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The last standing structure on St Louis Street departing the French Quarter towards the historic Treme, Jewel of the South is an extraordinary enduring example of a classic Creole cottage. Built in 1835, the building and courtyard were recently renovated, transforming this historic residence into a timeless New Orleans tavern.
  • Location
    1026 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3420
  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2024
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Cross street
    Saint Louis and Rampart
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Innovative

  • New Orleans

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jewel of the South dazzles with its "tremendously exciting" and inventive British-inspired menu. Guests rave about "amazing" food and "incredible" drinks, complemented by "top-notch" service. The ambiance is "unique and inviting," making it a standout dining experience. Don't miss the "creative" cocktails and adventurous dishes that promise a memorable visit.

88 Reviews

  1. Carolyn

    VIP

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server, Hollus, was great and the food was delicious!!

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  2. Sarah

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible cocktails that were a great balance between classics done expertly and creative takes. Service was excellent, attentive, and knowledgeable. We loved the food, especially the desserts. The coconut panna cotta with passion fruit was unbelievable.

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  3. Ed

    VIP

    Phoenix

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience! The service, cocktails, and the food were all outstanding.

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  4. Dolan

    VIP

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful cocktails, food, and service. Don't miss this gem when in New Orleans.

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  5. Esther

    San Antonio

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This tucked away spot housed in a 19th century restored house is a true hidden gem! Seating limited, so reservations are highly encouraged. With a variety of spirits, there’s a drink for everyone. The drinks are splendid. But the food is what really impressed me. Focused on smaller bites, the flavor really packs a punch! Everything we tried was spectacular.

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  6. Kathlyn

    Mississippi

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! What a special treat! The drinks were first rate and the food was beautiful. We had the cauliflower, burrata, and snapper. We would order it all again.

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  7. Cathy

    VIP

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails were delicious. The food was very unique, the Boudin Noir was outstanding. Service was attentive and professional.

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  8. Zachary

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had some amazing cocktails that were recommended by our awesome server Hannah, or Hannah Banana as she goes by. We will definitely be coming back to this spot. It truly is a Jewel of the South!

    2 people found this helpful

  9. Duncan

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No doubt about it - this is a tremendously exciting and invigorating menu. The chef clearly has his eye on British cuisine but every just screams innovation and well-thought out innovation. Highly, highly recommend this restaurant! My suggestion for the Eccles cake and stilton desert. Cut (exactly) the right amount of stilton and weave into the very neatly cut Eccles cake to make a cross or, why not, a Union Jack (Union Flag)? Fabulous and thanks for being out there original, very skill and generally awesome!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Nathan

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience with highly knowledgeable staff. A delight!

    2 people found this helpful

FAQs

Jewel of the South is rated 4.8 stars by 88 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Jewel of the South

1026 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3420

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2024
  • Cross street
    Saint Louis and Rampart
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Cocktail Bar, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://jewelnola.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 265-8816
  • Private party facilities
    The last standing structure on St Louis Street departing the French Quarter towards the historic Treme, Jewel of the South is an extraordinary enduring example of a classic Creole cottage. Built in 1835, the building and courtyard were recently renovated, transforming this historic residence into a timeless New Orleans tavern.
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