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Couvant, New Orleans, LA

Couvant

4.4
4.4
385 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Take a seat at our signature French-inspired bistro, Couvant, housed in the former Peychaud Cocktail Bitters factory. Here, French techniques play on the roots of New Orleans cuisine using fresh, local ingredients.

New Orleans is renowned for its French cuisine, and you won’t have to leave the confines of The Eliza Jane to enjoy delicious fare within a French bistro.

Couvant specializes in classic French cooking serving entrees that pay homage to French history and regional specialties. Never pretentious, the dishes and service at Couvant are purposefully simple and social. Nestle into an intimate dining room banquette. Or dine at a bistro table in our historic courtyard for chef-driven entrées and a bottle of wine — or maybe two.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:00 Brunch Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sun 16:00–18:00 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (504) 732-2400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Pearson
  • Private party facilities
    Our picture perfect event spaces make the ideal event locale for intimate dinners and receptions in New Orleans. From flatware to florals, our events team will work to make sure your big day is everything you want and more.

Offers

  • Happy Hour Tuesday - Sunday 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 17:00 - 18:00,Tue - Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    HOUSE COCKTAILS $ 7:00 SELECT LOCAL BREWS $ 5:00 HOUSE GLASS OF WINE $ 7:00 OYSTERS $ 2:50 BEEF FAT FRIES $ 7:00 GOUGERE $ 7:00 PANISSE $8:00 DUCK&BRIE SPRING ROLLS $12:00

What 385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Couvant, nestled in the Eliza Jane Hotel, is a "hidden gem" offering an upscale French bistro experience with a Cajun twist. Guests rave about the "divine food," "excellent service," and "perfect ambiance." The menu features standout dishes like duck confit Benedict and crème brûlée. Ideal for brunch, dinner, or a special occasion.

385 Reviews
  1. Jessica

    New Orleans2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is a dreamy setting. The food was wonderful and the service was even better. Definitely recommend!

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Dallas2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service is decent but refilled drinks are not a priority. Food is only ok, especially for the price. Crust on crispy chicken sandwich is not crispy and has a strange texture (plus tastes of uncooked flour) but the chicken breast was tender. There are better places to eat in NOLA.

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  3. mojdeh VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great! Our host was absolutely amazing. Thanks Mert :)

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  4. Kimberly

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfectly prepared… from the drinks, pens cup, especially made very well. The fish was perfect and I’ve never had fried brussels sprouts that were so good. In fact I don’t even usually like them and I ate them all since they were so good. The dessert was perfect crème brûlée! The service was great! I have to say it was a “10” dining experience!

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  5. clint VIP

    Baton Rouge7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have found The Golden Gem of New Orleans brunch here. Started with World Famous Bartender DJ new MardiMambo signature drink then amazing service by Ashley who was on point with everything recommendation of delicious foods She was bubbly and fun 10 STARS we will be back sure soon to treat the kitchen staff with sone Cajun Boudin !!! Happy Mardi Gras

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  6. Terrance

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Couvant for lunch (noon) on a Monday. It was President’s Day. Wasn’t crowded. Staff very friendly. Food was good. My wife and I ordered two drinks drinks, the duck eggrolls, avocado toast and the shrimp and grits. Before tip, the bill was around $88. Would come back. Thank you Couvant staff!

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  7. Renee

    New Orleans4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was outstanding, but the service and atmosphere were not. It was a Sunday at 1 - peak brunch time - and there were only three other tables being utilized in the entire big restaurant. It felt very strange. Then, when we walked up to check in, they asked us to wait in a waiting area (it was beautiful). I'm not sure why we needed to wait since nearly every table in the restaurant was available. When they did bring us to our table, it was directly across from the kitchen door. Very odd that they would choose that table. We asked to be reseated and they agreed. Service was slow and at time inattentive. Again, not sure why since there were a total of about 15 customers in the whole place.

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  8. D VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is in the lovely Eliza Jane hotel my husband and I stayed. After having Alabama oysters in a half shell and shrimp cocktail from the bar the night before, I was confident brunch at Couvant would be just as good. The salad and bacon were delicious but we were disappointed in the shrimp and grits. They were flavorles, deflated and tasted like what I'd expect to get in Detroit, or another non coastal city. For $130 in the capital of delicious cuisine, very underwhelming.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The fact that you make me write a minimum of 50 characters for a review is a con that makes it less likely people will write negative reviews. Boo

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  10. ByronD

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Great wine. Never knew this place existed given My travel to N.O. Short rib was cooked to perfection.

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Couvant is rated 4.4 stars by 385 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Couvant

315 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:00 Brunch Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sun 16:00–18:00 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Pearson
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (504) 732-2400
  • Private party facilities
    Our picture perfect event spaces make the ideal event locale for intimate dinners and receptions in New Orleans. From flatware to florals, our events team will work to make sure your big day is everything you want and more.
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