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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 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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 Award

    2024

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

Experiences

  • New Years' Eve Prix Fixe Tasting Experience

    $145.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year with a lavish dinner and cocktails at Jewel of the South! First: Siberian Caviar Second: Eggs Royale, Truffle Third: Daube Glace Fourth: Rabbit, Trotter, Andouille Pie, “Applejack Rabbit” Sauce Jambalaya au Congri and Gombo Choux Sweet: Baked Egg Custard, Chocolate, Brandy Snap
    New Years' Eve Prix Fixe Tasting Experience Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 48 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 offers an "absolutely fabulous" dining experience with "amazing" food and cocktails. Guests rave about its "extraordinary" service and "friendly, attentive" staff. The atmosphere is "cozy" and ideal for sharing "creative, delicious" dishes. This "culinary gem" is a must-visit for those enjoying New Orleans.

48 Reviews

  1. Rachel

    Denver

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drink selection are varied and thoughtful assembled. We discovered this because our waitress was so good at talking us through the menu. There are classic cocktails to the region as well as new inventions for the season. The decor is cozy and whimsical. The food was inventive and very creative. Potatoes with pimento cheese and onions was insanely good. There could have been a few more robust veggie options. My husband had fish and loved it. The deserts were really creative. Again, the best part was our waitress she was phenomenal. She guided us thoughtfully through the menu.

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  2. Sukumar

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful cocktails, beautiful, cozy ambience outdoor on the patio, fantastic service (Tatiana is a sweetheart) and really good starters. Highly recommend the bowl of purple things and fingerling potatoes.

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  3. Hether

    New Orleans

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time here & it’s always so nice & festive. Fabulous cocktails & world inspired unusual food dishes. Great experience, plus Mr Hannah himself made our drinks!

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  4. Brett

    Austin

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended. Fantastic craft cocktails in a great setting

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  5. Joseph

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just had cocktails for lunch and they were amazing

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  6. Melissa

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jewel of the South is always a treat but we find it exceptionally special around the holidays. The martini and the fingerling potatoes with pimento cheese were stand-outs. And, as always, the service always exceeds our expectations.

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  7. Alicia

    New York City

    36 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The menu is very challenging. The waitperson we had was quite condescending and snooty. Worst though were the very greasy fried potatoes that came with the caviar. They were too big, too greasy and did not at all complement the caviar. I ended up eating the caviar from the spoon.

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  8. Patrick

    New York City

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always such an amazing experience. It's quickly become our favorite go-to restaurant when we're visiting New Orleans.

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  9. Harsha

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic - Paul was amazing - and excellent service by Fox

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  10. Ian

    Fort Lauderdale

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and cocktails. Can’t recommend this place enough

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FAQs

Jewel of the South is rated 4.8 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
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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