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Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA

Café Sbisa

4.7
4.7
1494 Reviews
$30 and under
Cajun

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2 people
23:30
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Café Sbisa, established in 1899 and the third oldest fine-dining establishment in the French Quarter, is proud to re-open under the direction of a new team to once again offer the highest quality French-Creole cuisine in a welcoming, historical setting that both locals and tourists will appreciate. Spearheading the new Café Sbisa are Mr. Craig Napoli, who successfully ran the notable restaurant from 1992 - 2005 when Hurricane Katrina devastated the city, and Chef Alfred Singleton, who met Craig when he started working for him at the former Café Sbisa as a prep cook.

Now, the unique venue will once again open its doors to serve classic local fare like Turtle Soup, Louisiana Blue Crab Cakes and BBQ Shrimp using the freshest, locally-sourced seafood and produce. While many restaurants tout “fresh and local”, Sbisa means it, as the Napoli family owns their own seafood dock and distribution business in Hopedale, Louisiana.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Cross Street
    St. Phillip St.
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Entertainment
    We feature live jazz on Friday and Saturday evenings in addition to a weekend jazz brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,494 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

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Café Sbisa in New Orleans is a charming destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience. Known for its "wonderful food" and "excellent service," this restaurant offers a delightful ambiance complemented by live jazz music. Guests rave about dishes like the blackened redfish and oysters, making it a "must-visit" for both locals and tourists.
1,494 Reviews
  1. Greg

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took advantage of their Sunday brunch and had a superb experience. We enjoyed listening to some great dinner music provided by a four-person live band while dining over generous portions of our entrees. The food was top notch with it being representative of what you would expect from an authentic New Orleans restaurant. I highly recommend Sbisa`s Cafe.

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  2. Steve

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best restaurants in New Orleans. You will be served with care and professionalism. You will also enjoy a wonderful meal

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  3. Makayla

    Atlanta2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    This was, without a doubt, one of the most disappointing dining experiences we've had at a finer restaurant. We were really looking forward to a special evening out during our trip, and while the atmosphere was beautiful, the tables felt a bit too close together. The food was decent, but nothing truly stood out. The shrimp and grits were fine, though the shrimp were overcooked. The turtle soup was enjoyable and a fun dish to try, while the court bouillon was a bit too large for one person and, again, just nothing special. What really took away from the experience, though, was the service. As this was meant to be a memorable date night, we were excited, but unfortunately, our server didn't meet expectations. He seemed disorganized, taking our order twice, and when I ordered wine, he incorrectly told me I was wrong. While we understand it was later in the evening and nearing closing time, there were still other tables being served. To make matters worse, he even asked the table next to us if they wanted to order entrees after they had already finished their meal. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, and given the combination of the service and food, we won’t be returning.

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  4. Kace VIP

    San Diego36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great. The ribeye was surprisingly wonderful for a place that is primarily seafood/Louisiana oriented. Gumbo was delicious.

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    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome meal, service and atmosphere. Will definitely eat here again!

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  6. Julie VIP

    New Orleans90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious! Creole cooking at its best and the service is really wonderful, too. One of the few restaurants that still set with table linens, which is HUGE in my book Thank you! Can't wait to come back..........

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Small dining area, cozy, not pretentious. Good food and excellent cocktails. Service was excellent.

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  8. Ken

    New Orleans21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Courtboullion was excellent as was the pork chop. Timely service.

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  9. Steven VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and the people working at the restaurant were lovely and gracious hosts. The court bouillon was one of the most delicious dishes I’ve ever eaten. Everything was great. It was a fantastic meal!

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  10. RosaC

    Las Vegas16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent and very informative when it came to recommending truly delicious dishes. I had the trout and my husband had the catfish. We were both impressed and satisfied by the meal. Unfortunately because we were so full we couldn’t get dessert however we were completely pleased with our dining experience.

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Café Sbisa is rated 4.7 stars by 1494 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Café Sbisa

1011 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    St. Phillip St.
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr
  • Entertainment
    We feature live jazz on Friday and Saturday evenings in addition to a weekend jazz brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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