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La Petite Grocery

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 61 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Come dine in this beautifully restored Uptown restaurant on Magazine Street and enjoy James Beard Award Winning Chef Justin Devillier's contemporary Louisiana Cuisine.

The La Petite Grocery name pays homage to the history of its home, a building that’s stood for more than a century. The original structure was built in the late 1800s and called the Central Tea, Coffee and Butter Depot. In 1908, a fire devastated the space and it was transformed into a full service grocery store. Later it was most notably a fine foods and butcher shop, VonderHaar’s Fine Foods until 1982. When La Petite Grocery opened in March of 2004, they similarly aspired to provide the neighborhood with exotic teas, locally roasted coffee, and fresh produce. By doing this, we hope to provide a dining experience that evokes nostalgia of old New Orleans. Reservations are preferred.

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Executive chef: Joseph Tiedmann

From the OpenTable editors: Head to this charming restaurant inside a historic building for exceptional New Orleans staples from James Beard Award-winning chef Justin Devillier. That means you'll find some of the best blue crab beignets in town and a rich turtle bolognese with a soft-boiled egg, both of which pair well with classic cocktails like an old fashioned. Brunch is a highlight here, too—an order of the creamy buttermilk biscuits and gravy is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(504) 891-3377
Website
http://www.lapetitegrocery.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for more info on planning your event.
Private party facilities
LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.

Location
4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Area
Garden District
Cross Street
General Pershing
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.There are Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Steak TartareUS$18.00
pickled carrots, sesame, cured egg yolk & lavash
Ricotta DumplingsUS$15.00
hen of the woods, sherry & grana padano
Local GreensUS$13.00
marcona almonds, radishes & buttermilk dressing
Blue Crab BeignetsUS$21.00
malt vinegar aïoli
Citrus Glazed Pork BellyUS$19.00
spicy cucumbers, carrots, kimchi & fried peanuts
Apple & Celeriac SaladUS$14.00
miti bleu, toasted pecans & white wine vinaigrette
Chicken & Andouille GumboUS$16.00
collard greens & popcorn rice

Sides & Such

Roasted BroccoliUS$11.00
chili flakes & bagna cauda
Baked MacaroniUS$13.00
pecorino pepato & cornbread crumbs
Fried Green TomatoesUS$13.00
burrata, country ham & oregano
Pickle JarUS$10.00
daily assortment
Stone Ground GritsUS$7.00
butter, sea salt & chives
Hand Cut FriesUS$6.00
sea salt, chives & aioli
White Bean Cassoulet US$13.00
confit pork shoulder & breadcrumbs

Entrees

LPG CheeseburgerUS$22.00
house pickles, onion marmalade, arugula, whole grain mustard, aïoli, gruyère & hand cut fries
Turtle BologneseUS$37.00
tagliatelle, sherry, parsley & fried soft boiled egg
Braised Beef Short RibUS$40.00
goat cheese polenta, brussels sprouts & butternut squash
Shellfish StewUS$39.00
gulf shrimp, blue crab, littleneck clams collard green & ciabatta
Pan Roasted Chicken BreastUS$43.00
braised leeks, pancetta, preserved mushrooms, fingerling potatoes & green garlic jus
Panéed RabbitUS$38.00
spaetzle, wilted greens, turnip puree & sauce grenobloise
Gulf Shrimp & GritsUS$30.00
roasted shiitake mushrooms, smoked bacon & thyme
Pan Roasted Strip LoinUS$50.00
anna potatoes, heirloom carrots, bone marrow butter & bordelaise
Heritage Pork TenderloinUS$38.00
roasted cabbage, hen of the woods, sweet potato puree & blackberry jus

What 5,852 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Petite Grocery charms with its "amazing food and wait staff," offering an array of exceptional dishes like the "best shrimp and grits" and "crab beignets." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive" service and the inviting atmosphere. A "must visit" in New Orleans, it consistently delivers memorable dining experiences.

5,852 Reviews

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Marci
VIP
New York City
59 reviews
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant! Food was outstanding and the service was great! Started with the crab beignets, and the ricotta dumplings. They said they were their signature appetizers and they did not disappoint! For our mains we got the shellfish stew, the turtle bolognese, the burger and the pan roasted chicken breast. All entree were delicious! If you’re heading to New Orleans, I highly recommend putting this restaurant on your list!
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Jane
New Orleans
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lunch was lovely. Hannah was a good server. Noise level was very high and wait times were a bit high to get food items delivered.
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Tony
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, classy place, unique menu. Blue crab beignets one of best dishes I’ve ever eaten.
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David
New Orleans
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was great! Something was on obviously going on with our server. She tried to pull it together but it was a while before she checked with us,took orders etc. food was great but so so
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Anthony
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely brunch at la petite! Food and service were exceptional.
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Johnathan
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Probably the single best food experience I've ever had in NOLA. Bobby Margot is an absolute magician at running this restaurant the restaurant business is definitely his calling. Our waitress was AMAZING, so sorry I forgot her name. But she was GREAT. Will def be back 100%
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Lynn
Baltimore
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was solid, but not sure if it's worth the price. Appetizers were the stars of the show.
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Concetta
Indiana
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was delightful. I am so pleased I was finally able to dine there. The hardest part of the experience was making a selection of the exceptional menu. The crab beignets were remarkable and the beef short ribs over goat cheese polenta, sublime.
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Cassandra
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, amazing waitstaff and delicious food. You must try the blue crab beignets and the cheeseburger. Also the rabbit was fantastic.
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Alicia
VIP
New York City
36 reviews
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The name "La Petite" makes it sound like a quaint, charming, little restaurant. In fact, it is a bustling, fairly standard looking place, there was no real ambience. Everything was fine, but we felt rushed and sort of chilly. Like "here's your food, now get on with it." The food came very quickly and was just placed in front of us somewhat brusquely, no "enjoy" or such. The crab beignets were delicious, and are the main reason for a visit, though I wish our waitperson had mentioned they come 3 to an order. The tortoise bolognese was also very good, as was the rabbit. There was just something quite off-putting by the entire waitstaff and overall lack of charm to the place. (Perhaps they are not well-treated?) We were in and out of there in about 75 minutes, not quite the leisurely dinner we were anticipating. As a NYC resident, I'm accustomed to restaurants that tell you there's a time limit, 90 minutes being the average, and I appreciate a restaurant's need to turn the tables over as quickly as possible. There were plenty of open tables at La Petite Grocery, and no line at the door. We will not be back.
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La Petite Grocery offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-3377.

La Petite Grocery is rated 4.8 stars by 5852 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

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 61 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Additional information

Cross Street
General Pershing
Area
Garden District
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.There are Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.lapetitegrocery.com/
Phone number
(504) 891-3377
Catering
The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for more info on planning your event.
Private party facilities
LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.

La Petite Grocery

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Blue Crab Beignets

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Panéed Rabbit

Appetizers

Steak TartareUS$18.00

Ricotta DumplingsUS$15.00

Local GreensUS$13.00

Blue Crab BeignetsUS$21.00

Citrus Glazed Pork BellyUS$19.00

Apple & Celeriac SaladUS$14.00

Chicken & Andouille GumboUS$16.00

Sides & Such

Roasted BroccoliUS$11.00

Baked MacaroniUS$13.00

Fried Green TomatoesUS$13.00

Pickle JarUS$10.00

Stone Ground GritsUS$7.00

Hand Cut FriesUS$6.00

White Bean Cassoulet US$13.00

Entrees

LPG CheeseburgerUS$22.00

Turtle BologneseUS$37.00

Braised Beef Short RibUS$40.00

Shellfish StewUS$39.00

Pan Roasted Chicken BreastUS$43.00

Panéed RabbitUS$38.00

Gulf Shrimp & GritsUS$30.00

Pan Roasted Strip LoinUS$50.00

Heritage Pork TenderloinUS$38.00

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