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A photo of GW Fins restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(20024)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 96 times today
Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.
A photo of Mr. B's Bistro restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6348)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 83 times today
Mr. B's Bistro, a New Orleans restaurant famous for its Creole cuisine with a focus on fresh regional products, is located in the heart of the French Quarter at the intersection of Royal Street and Iberville. This corner is a New Orleans landmark and celebrated food corner. Considered the original New Orleans gourmet bistro, Mr. B's Bistro is owned and managed by Cindy Brennan, a member of the legendary New Orleans' Brennan Family.
A photo of Red Fish Grill restaurant
4.5
Awesome(8516)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 103 times today
For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill. Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.Diner's Choice Award - Opentable"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table
A photo of Muriel's Jackson Square restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10321)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 123 times today
The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.
A photo of Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5185)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 78 times today
Named the highest rated steakhouse in New Orleans, this old-school steak restaurant is a powerhouse. The focus at Chophouse New Orleans is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meat, from barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts. The easygoing atmosphere complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.
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4.5
Awesome(7466)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 80 times today
Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.
A photo of Meril restaurant
4.5
Awesome(6485)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Warehouse District
Booked 98 times today
Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.
A photo of Maypop restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1353)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • Central Business District
Booked 41 times today
Welcome to Maypop! - the sister establishment to the award winning Mid-City restaurant MOPHO. Located two blocks from the Super Dome and only one block from Poydras street, it features Southeast Asian inspired southern cuisine and focuses on hand made pastas and house charcuterie paired with Gulf seafood, local produce and hand ground curries. Enjoy our refreshing cocktails that are as innovative and creative as our cuisine, and our well curated wine list paired to our eclectic dishes.Executive Chef Michael Gulotta was named a 2016 Best New Chef by Food and Wine Magazine and Maypop was named a 2017 best new restaurant by New Orleans magazine as well as a 2017 peoples choice best new restaurant by Gambit Magazine.Parties of 5+ guests will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity.
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - New Orleans restaurant
4.4
Awesome(3545)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 85 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in New Orleans is a hot spot due to its outstanding service and fantastic food. As one reviewer noted, the food is 'always top notch, delicious.' Another mentioned the 'amazing food and Amazing service!' The steakhouse also has a warm, inviting atmosphere and is a popular place for special occasions, as evidenced by the high ratings for ambiance.
A photo of The Country Club restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1174)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Bywater
Booked 20 times today
Hidden away in the Bywater neighborhood, The Country Club offers an elegant escape from everyday living. Our beautiful restaurant and bar deliver exquisite food and drink in sophisticated surroundings. We offer chef-driven cuisine inspired by Italian-French and Creole-Southern heritages. Our incredible menus by Chef Chris Barbato, formerly of Commander’s Palace, has all the foodies talking. Our award-winning wine program features more than 140 bottles from 13 countries and its very own private label wines. You MUST be 21 or over to dine with us. Some outdoor seating is available. If you would like to request outdoor seating, please do so when you arrive. We book up for Drag Brunch six months out, HOWEVER, as people cancel reservations they immediately become available online, so be sure to check back often. For Parties over 20 people please contact us directly.

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  • mike
    New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    A remarkable resturant. Terrence served our table professionally, and kindly. he was wonderful to us. The food came out promptly, and was marvelously prepared. Very flavorful, and delicious. We will go back many times. the resturant was full, perhaps 500 diners. The kitchen, and staff handled it superbly, and professionally. A top 5 dining experience.
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    Mr. B's BistroPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
    4.7
  • Catherine
    West Palm Beach •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Enjoyed our dining experience at RedFish last night however the musician outside playing in the street was excessively loud and right in front of the windows. I feel bad for the establishment because had we not had a reservation I would have quickly moved past it to a quieter location. Luckily we were seated in the back and could not hear it too much. Service and dinner was exceptional - loved the cornbread !!
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    Red Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter
    4.5
  • Carole
    New York State •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This has been the best restaurant in New Orleans we have experienced. The service was attentive, especially since we had a child in the group. The food was delicious. The atmosphere was excellent, even tho the room seemed noisy, we had a corner round table for six of us and could talk in normal tones and everyone was heard. A perfect evening. So glad it was recommended to us!
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    Muriel's Jackson SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
    4.7
  • Cindy
    Mississippi •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was exceptional, as always. Home cow, the fried lobster rocks! Q was our server, and she was so sweet and attentive. We eill request her when we go back. They were quite busy, but we were seated right away. A very enjoyable evening!
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    Chophouse New Orleans – Prime SteaksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
    4.6
  • Janine
    New Orleans / Louisiana •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food and service were exceptional. We had the ceviche’ and lobster ravioli appetizers then ordered Hallibut with scallops and shrimp risotto — the signature dish — and the Parmesan-crusted sheepshead with lemon butter and browned capers served either asparagus as our main courses. Everything was perfectly prepared! We ordered 3 desserts to top it all off: the salty malty ice cream pie, the white chocolate bread pudding and the chocolate mouse in a dark chocolate dome with raspberry gelee’. Perfect evening. Except for learning at the end of the night that our parking would not be validated. We were not told to bring the parking ticket to the front desk at the beginning of the night. If you go to GW Finn’s and expect to get parking validated, do not pay the garage when you park (despite the fact that all of the signs in the garage and the boots on cars are somewhat threatening in there). Instead, take your unpaid parking garage ticket directly to the front desk at the restaurant for validation with a picture of your license plate. This was the only sour note of our evening. Otherwise, it was perfect!
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    GW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter
    4.9

Discover best hot spot restaurants in French Quarter

Discover the vibrant culinary scene of New Orleans' French Quarter, where every restaurant is a potential "hot spot" for gastronomic delights. This iconic neighborhood is famed for its blend of historical charm and contemporary buzz, making it the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. From Creole classics to innovative fusion cuisine, each establishment offers a unique taste of the city’s rich culinary heritage. Patrons can expect not only mouth-watering dishes but also exceptional service and an inviting atmosphere that exemplifies Southern hospitality. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner spot or a lively venue to enjoy with friends, the French Quarter hosts an array of restaurants that cater to every taste and occasion. Dining here isn't just about food; it's about enjoying a slice of New Orleans culture at its best. Make your next meal memorable by reserving a spot at one of these acclaimed hot spots, where culinary expertise and ambiance meet.

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