Ralph's on the Park

4.7

4445 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creole

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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 modern Louisiana cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. Executive Chef Christopher Vazquez's menu blends Creole, Cajun, and Southern Louisiana influences, driven by market-fresh ingredients. Vazquez sources locally, supporting community purveyors with dishes built from fresh produce, farm harvests, and Gulf seafood, following the region’s micro-seasonality.

Ralph's on the Park's 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone number
(504) 488-1000
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creole, Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Restaurant guests are invited to self-park in our private parking lot directly behind Ralph's on the Park at North Alexander and Dumaine Street. Additionally, there is street parking along City Park Avenue.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christopher Vazquez

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Experiences

3 Course Brunch
$45.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for our 3 Course Brunch menu and indulge in some of our most popular offerings. Start with City Park Salad or our soup of the day. For your entree - Gulf Shrimp & Vegetable Quiche {Sauteed Garlic Shrimp atop Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom Quiche with Tomato Bourbon Jam} or Grilled Ribeye {12 oz Ribeye, Asparagus, Bacon Jam, Fried Eggs} . Conclude with Lemon Icebox Pie or Blackout Doberge Cake. Please note, our a la carte brunch menu is also available.

Private dining

Popular dishes

Shrimp Skully$15.00
tempura fried Gulf shrimp, smoked almonds, Skully's Crystal & pepper jelly reduction, soy-ginger cream
Truffle Fries$10.00
hand-cut, truffle mayo
Crispy Fried Oysters$18.00
cornmeal fried, housemade remoulade
Steak Tartare$18.00
cured egg yolk, dried capers, shallots, black garlic salt, Dijon aioli, toast points

Soups

Classic Turtle Soup$12.00
topped with sherry
Soup of the Day$11.00
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Salads

Louisiana Strawberry & Roasted Beet Salad$13.00
whipped feta cheese, local mammoth pecans, shaved radish, basil, mint, Champagne vinaigrette
City Park Salad$13.00
baby red oak, romaine, Granny smith apples, Stilton blue cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Grilled Romaine Salad$11.00
Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, parmesan

Entrées

Grilled Speckled Trout$30.00
Local crossbreed cauliflower, Romanesco, alligator chorizo, fingerling potatoes, black garlic beurre blanc
Blackened Redfish$33.00
Brussels sprouts, celery root-apple purée, roasted pecans, Louisiana Meyer lemon gremolata
Royal Red Shrimp & Unicorn Grits$26.00
pickled aji peppers, crispy garlic, green onions, Louisiana meyer lemon sauce
Cajun Spiced Hanger Steak$29.00
baby green beans, roasted fingerling potatoes, chimichurri sauce
Wagyu & Avocado Cheeseburger$23.00
American Wagyu Beef, housemade brioche bun, cheddar blue cheese, lettuce, jalapeño aioli, crispy French fries
Louisiana Oyster BLT Po-Boy$22.00
crispy fried LA oyster, applewood smoked bacon, tomato, romaine, tarragon-lemon aioli on Leidenheimer po-boy bread, with Creole potato salad
Sesame Crusted Louisiana Shrimp Banh Mi$19.00
pickled vegetables, cilantro, Napa cabbage, Sriracha aioli on Leidenheimer French bread, served with a marinated cucumber salad
Black Garlic Seared Steak Salad$25.00
4oz seared Denver Steak with black garlic molasses glaze, over local mixed greens, pickled grapes, cherry tomatoes, Louisiana citrus vinaigrette
Chicken Cobb Salad$22.00
blackened chicken, local mixed greens, diced Creole tomatoes, crab boiled corn, garlic chips, sliced avocado, boiled egg, Hook's cheddar, housemade remoulade

What 4,445 people are saying

Ralph's on the Park reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Loved For

New Orleans / Louisiana
Great for scenic views
New Orleans / Louisiana
Creole
New Orleans
Great for scenic views
New Orleans
Creole

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ralph's on the Park offers a delightful dining experience with standout features like "amazingly good food and service" and a "beautiful location by City Park." Guests praise the "excellent food, service, and atmosphere," and the personalized touches for special occasions. The restaurant's ambiance and friendly staff make it a treasured spot.

4,445 Reviews

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Joe
Milwaukee10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always made my mom’s 78 birthday fabulous, they even let her keep a menu. Jeff our waiter was amazing as always.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service during your visit to Ralph's on the Park.
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Kerry
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food experience! Korrine gave us very nice service!
Ralph's on the ParkResponded 6 days ago
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ralph's on the Park. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!
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Rachael
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jeff was an amazing server :-) the restaurant was wonderful.
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Lori VIP
New Orleans50 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service with great views. Added to our weekend brunch rotation.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for the review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fun and amazing experience at Ralph's on the Park. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Irving
New Orleans10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly Outstanding all around; food, service, ambiance, view, parking & safety. As a native, I have been to most fine dining restaurants in and around New Orleans, and rate Ralph's as #1. We have not found one that we enjoy more than Ralph's. Ralph's is a local gem, with a local feel, across from City Park and some of the most amazing spanish moss covered live oaks in the city. It's an amazing view from the dining room, day or night. The food is prepared as ordered and is exceptional. The staff is attentive but not overbearing, and truly understand what fine dining means in New Orleans.
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Barbara
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brought a friend for her first trip to New Orleans. Loved being across from City Park and our view. The food was exceptional, including the presentation. Our waitress was great. It was an overall wonderful experience. It was my third or fourth time, and I’ll definitely be back!
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SC49
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I do dates here all the time! Love the food and we come every Lundi Gras for brunch! The view and atmosphere is the best!
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LauraM
Las Vegas5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Plan a stroll around the park and then sit for lunch. We enjoyed our experience.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded on March 7, 2025
Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service during your visit to Ralph's on the Park.
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Ralph
Austin13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Freaking Awesome! Service food and ambience all top notch. Thanks Ralph’s.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded on March 7, 2025
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ralph's on the Park. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans1 review
4.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is very good. Service can struggle at times, but this seems to be because they are so busy. Shrimp and fried oyster appetizers were great. Steak was very good, but somewhat expensive and the potato and mushroom sides were boring. I was also not thrilled with the table we were given especially after making a reservation and seeing that there were plenty of better ones available, but the view of the park from the dining room is excellent.
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FAQs

Ralph's on the Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 488-1000.

Ralph's on the Park is rated 4.7 stars by 4445 OpenTable diners.

Ralph's on the Park does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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