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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 24 times today
  • 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).

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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

Menu

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What 78 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 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 inventive dining experience with "fabulous cocktails", "amazing food", and "top notch" service. The atmosphere is cozy and whimsical, perfect for adventurous palates seeking unique dishes like Wagyu tongue and foie gras. Guests rave about the "creative" menu and "attentive" staff, ensuring memorable visits.

78 Reviews

  1. Susan

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic and the food and drinks even better

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  2. Moses

    Nashville

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our dinner at Jewel. There were 4 of us that tried several things on the menu to share. Most portions were fairly small but we knew that going in. Everything we ate was well prepared and enjoyed by everyone at the table. Our waiter was great and took good care of us. Would definitely go back again in the future.

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  3. Ian

    Tulsa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish and cocktail we had was perfectly executed, inventive, and supremely balanced.

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  4. Bing

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    entirely wonderful experience, amazing and inspired dishes and drinks, impeccable teamwork , explanations, and recommendations by service staff.

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  5. Pierre

    VIP

    Washington DC

    126 reviews

    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is amazing, 2nd time to go, and service is always so friendly and good. Aside from being amazing food it is different. I love traditional French formal dining but you can get that more places. This is not your average food and always things I have never heard of or rarely get at fine dining

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  6. Tastebud

    VIP

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our drinks were amazing. I enjoyed the sweetbreads appetizer with julienned mirliton and hot pepper jelly.

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  7. Jeffrey

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    what a meal!!! such hogs, such pickled items.... the purple items. the COCKTAILS do not hesitate

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  8. Jeremy

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing drinks, food, and service. I look forward to coming back.

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  9. Tyler

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch cocktails and service. Didn’t get food but will have to next time.

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  10. Lukas Lund

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best food we had in New Orleans! Well balanced, great taste and for once (which is very rare in the US apparently), normal portion size instead of those xxxxl portions you get over here. As always a little bit expensive, but definitely worth a visit!

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FAQs

Jewel of the South is rated 4.8 stars by 78 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 24 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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