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La Petite Grocery, New Orleans, LA
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La Petite Grocery

$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Come dine in this beautifully restored Uptown restaurant on Magazine Street and enjoy James Beard Award Winning Chef Justin Devillier's contemporary Louisiana Cuisine.

The La Petite Grocery name pays homage to the history of its home, a building that’s stood for more than a century. The original structure was built in the late 1800s and called the Central Tea, Coffee and Butter Depot. In 1908, a fire devastated the space and it was transformed into a full service grocery store. Later it was most notably a fine foods and butcher shop, VonderHaar’s Fine Foods until 1982. When La Petite Grocery opened in March of 2004, they similarly aspired to provide the neighborhood with exotic teas, locally roasted coffee, and fresh produce. By doing this, we hope to provide a dining experience that evokes nostalgia of old New Orleans. Reservations are preferred.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Joseph Tiedmann

From the OpenTable editors: Head to this charming restaurant inside a historic building for exceptional New Orleans staples from James Beard Award-winning chef Justin Devillier. That means you'll find some of the best blue crab beignets in town and a rich turtle bolognese with a soft-boiled egg, both of which pair well with classic cocktails like an old fashioned. Brunch is a highlight here, too—an order of the creamy buttermilk biscuits and gravy is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Additional information

  • Location
    4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
  • Phone number
    (504) 891-3377
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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Menu

La Petite Grocery's menu was last updated 2025-03-19.

Sun-Thu 5pm - 9:30p; Fri-Sat 5p - 10:30p

Appetizers

  • Steak Tartare$18.00

    pickled carrots, sesame, cured egg yolk & lavash

    • Ricotta Dumplings$15.00

      hen of the woods, sherry & grana padano

      • Local Green Salad$13.00

        marcona almonds, radishes & buttermilk dressing

        • Blue Crab Beignets$21.00

          malt vinegar aïoli

          • Citrus Glazed Pork Belly$19.00

            spicy cucumbers, carrots, kimchi & fried peanuts

            • Chilled Roasted Beets$18.00

              LA crawfish, horseradish emulsion & pickled red onions

              • Chicken & Andouille Gumbo$16.00

                collard greens & popcorn rice

                Sides & Such

                • Roasted Broccoli$11.00

                  chili flakes & bagna cauda

                  • Baked Macaroni$13.00

                    pecorino pepato & cornbread crumbs

                    • Fried Green Tomatoes$13.00

                      burrata, country ham & oregano

                      • Pickle Jar$10.00

                        daily assortment

                        • Stone Ground Grits$7.00

                          butter, sea salt & chives

                          • Hand Cut Fries$6.00

                            sea salt, chives & aioli

                            • White Bean Cassoulet $13.00

                              confit pork shoulder & breadcrumbs

                              Entrees

                              • LPG Cheeseburger$22.00

                                house pickles, onion marmalade, arugula, whole grain mustard, aïoli, gruyère & hand cut fries

                                • Turtle Bolognese$37.00

                                  tagliatelle, sherry, parsley & fried soft boiled egg

                                  • Seared Yellowfin Tuna$43.00

                                    romesco, crispy potatoes & crushed olive vinaigrette

                                    • Shellfish Stew$39.00

                                      gulf shrimp, blue crab, littleneck clams collard green & ciabatta

                                      • Pan Roasted Chicken Breast$43.00

                                        braised leeks, pancetta, preserved mushrooms, fingerling potatoes & green garlic jus

                                        • Panéed Rabbit$38.00

                                          spaetzle, wilted greens, turnip puree & sauce grenobloise

                                          • Gulf Shrimp & Grits$30.00

                                            roasted shiitake mushrooms, smoked bacon & thyme

                                            • Pan Roasted Strip Loin$50.00

                                              anna potatoes, heirloom carrots, bone marrow butter & bordelaise

                                              • Heritage Pork Tenderloin$38.00

                                                spring vegetables, country ham, kohlrabi purée & tarragon jus

                                                Last updated: March 19, 2025

                                                What 5,936 people are saying

                                                La Petite Grocery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                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
                                                • 4.8Food
                                                • 4.7Service
                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                • 4.5Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                La Petite Grocery in New Orleans consistently impresses with its "fantastic food and service." Highlights include their "crab beignets," praised as "phenomenal," and the "best French 75s anywhere." The "cozy ambiance" and "attentive staff" create an inviting atmosphere, making it a "must visit" in NOLA.

                                                5,936 Reviews

                                                1. Mary

                                                  New Orleans19 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 3
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  I had the rabbit and it was delicious. My husband had the pork and it too was very tasty. We found the service to be very slow. We waited a long while before we were approached to order our meal and the same to get our check. However, once we ordered our food was delivered in a timely manner.

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                                                2. Katy

                                                  Des Moines1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  The service was superb, the food was beyond excellent and the attention to detail was appreciated.

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                                                3. OpenTable Diner

                                                  St. Louis4 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  We have dined here a few times but this visit was disappointing. The food was just ok, somewhat bland. The goat cheese polenta had no flavor of goat cheese at all and needed salt. The short rib was tender and flavorful though. By husbands tuna special was also bland. Not the best meal we have had here by far.

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                                                4. Stacy VIP

                                                  New Orleans5 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Food is always good. Love the variety of specials always offering something new to try.

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                                                5. Deborah

                                                  Chicago15 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Outstanding menu selections. Lots of good choices. Food was excellent and beautifully presented. List of wines by the glass was superior. The Chablis I had was outstanding.

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                                                6. Dee VIP

                                                  Chicago43 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Very nice meal...good service. We ordered the blue crab beignets, at the recommdenation of the server. Very good! followed that with a split gumbo app, which was also super-flavorful. Then we shared the broccoli (don't bother...didn't even like it) and the turtle bolognese. My fave dish was the turtle bolognese. And I also really liked the wine I had...and the fact that it was the least expensive glass on the menu. I'm glad we went...we enjoyed the staff and sitting outside to enjoy the New Orleans evening and do some people-watching was delightful. That said, with so many great restaurants in New Orleans, we'll probably keep looking for others to enjoy!

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                                                7. OpenTable Diner

                                                  Greater Boston1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                  Always love dining at La Petite Grocery. Had friends visiting from Lithuania and it was likely one of the best meals they’ve ever had. Thank you!! Note, it was very loud.

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                                                8. Ashley VIP

                                                  Raleigh31 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined on March 10, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Really amazing location, history and food. The white bean cassoulet was outstanding!

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                                                9. ekell

                                                  Washington DC14 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined on March 9, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Excellent food. Get the blue crab binets, they were excellent!

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                                                10. glenn VIP

                                                  St. Louis33 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined on March 9, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Just simply delightful. Detail, quality, presentation. Fantastic

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                                                FAQs

                                                La Petite Grocery offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-3377.

                                                La Petite Grocery is rated 4.8 stars by 5936 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 74 times today
                                                Google Map for La Petite Grocery

                                                4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

                                                Additional information

                                                • Phone number
                                                  (504) 891-3377
                                                • Price
                                                  $31 to $50
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
                                                • Hours of operation
                                                  Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Business Casual
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Street Parking
                                                • Payment options
                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Delivery & takeout
                                                  Order direct

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