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Jewel of the South

$31 to $50

Contemporary British

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Innovative

Borrowing its name from an influential 1850s-vintage bar in the Central Business District, this pub-like tavern (with courtyard) occupies an old brick Creole cottage in the French Quarter, where well-known local bartender Chris Hannah serves up cocktails both classic and contemporary. London-born chef Philip Whitmarsh runs the kitchen.
Accolades include James Beard, World 50 Best, Art of Hospitality, Best Bar South (North America).

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Executive chef: Phil Whitmarsh

James Beard Award
2024

From the OpenTable editors: In a brick cottage with blue shutters in the French Quarter, you’ll find one of the best bars in the world, a James Beard Award winner ranked on the World’s 50 Best Bars. Beloved local bartender Chris Hannah shakes innovative cocktails like a curried banana colada or bologna negroni (say it out loud) starring mortadella-infused Campari. It’s worth staying for dinner, to sample half a dozen different types of caviar and unusual cuts like wagyu tongue and duck neck sausage.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Cocktail Bar, Southern
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(504) 265-8816
Website
http://jewelnola.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
The last standing structure on St Louis Street departing the French Quarter towards the historic Treme, Jewel of the South is an extraordinary enduring example of a classic Creole cottage. Built in 1835, the building and courtyard were recently renovated, transforming this historic residence into a timeless New Orleans tavern.

Location
1026 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3420
Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Area
French Quarter
Cross Street
Saint Louis and Rampart
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

New Years' Eve Prix Fixe Tasting Experience
US$145.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate the New Year with a lavish dinner and cocktails at Jewel of the South! First: Siberian Caviar Second: Eggs Royale, Truffle Third: Daube Glace Fourth: Rabbit, Trotter, Andouille Pie, “Applejack Rabbit” Sauce Jambalaya au Congri and Gombo Choux Sweet: Baked Egg Custard, Chocolate, Brandy Snap

What 56 people are saying

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

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

New Orleans / Louisiana
Innovative
New Orleans
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jewel of the South offers an "absolutely fabulous" dining experience with "amazing" food and cocktails. Guests rave about its "extraordinary" service and "friendly, attentive" staff. The atmosphere is "cozy" and ideal for sharing "creative, delicious" dishes. This "culinary gem" is a must-visit for those enjoying New Orleans.

56 Reviews

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Ann
VIP
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice people in a very nice atmosphere. The food is very unique.
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Kristen
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfection. Highly recommend to anyone who enjoys good food and drinks.
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chuck
VIP
New Orleans
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down the most magical culinary adventure we have been on. Can’t wait to get back.
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Harsha
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is rapidly becoming our go to place in New Orleans - amazing drinks and creative wonderfully yummy food. Service was outstanding - thanks to Chris and Paul for your hospitality- - service by Fox and Jordan were excellent.
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Rachel
VIP
Denver
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drink selection are varied and thoughtful assembled. We discovered this because our waitress was so good at talking us through the menu. There are classic cocktails to the region as well as new inventions for the season. The decor is cozy and whimsical. The food was inventive and very creative. Potatoes with pimento cheese and onions was insanely good. There could have been a few more robust veggie options. My husband had fish and loved it. The deserts were really creative. Again, the best part was our waitress she was phenomenal. She guided us thoughtfully through the menu.
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Maggie
New Orleans
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience as always! The drinks are so AMAZING!
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Robert
Washington DC
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fantastic time at Jewel of the South. The drinks and food are so creative and the service is top notch.
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Sukumar
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful cocktails, beautiful, cozy ambience outdoor on the patio, fantastic service (Tatiana is a sweetheart) and really good starters. Highly recommend the bowl of purple things and fingerling potatoes.
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Hether
New Orleans
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
2nd time here & it’s always so nice & festive. Fabulous cocktails & world inspired unusual food dishes. Great experience, plus Mr Hannah himself made our drinks!
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Brett
VIP
Austin
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended. Fantastic craft cocktails in a great setting
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Jewel of the South is rated 4.8 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

1026 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3420

Additional information

Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Cross Street
Saint Louis and Rampart
Area
French Quarter
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Cocktail Bar, Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://jewelnola.com/
Phone number
(504) 265-8816
Private party facilities
The last standing structure on St Louis Street departing the French Quarter towards the historic Treme, Jewel of the South is an extraordinary enduring example of a classic Creole cottage. Built in 1835, the building and courtyard were recently renovated, transforming this historic residence into a timeless New Orleans tavern.

Jewel of the South

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James Beard Award

Additional information

Experiences

New Years' Eve Prix Fixe Tasting Experience

Menu

What 56 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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