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Dakar NOLA
Price: Very Expensive•African•4.9(58)Dakar NOLA is a modern Senegalese tasting menu restaurant. The menu is inspired by Chef Serigne Mbaye’s most cherished memories of his childhood in Dakar, Senegal.
Dinner at Dakar NOLA features a pescatarian tasting menu with some dishes served family-style.
We are a reservations only concept open Tuesday through Saturday and our dinner experience lasts 2.5 hours.
Our menu changes often and is mostly dairy and gluten-free.
Reservations are open 42 days at a time with a new period opening at 10 am central time.
We are unable to accommodate the following allergies: Fin fish, soy, shellfish aroma/fumes, allium, honey
**We can accommodate shellfish allergy and peanut if noted in the reservation.
We can NOT accommodate a Vegan diet or a vegetarian that does not eat food cooked in seafood broth.
We are able to accommodate a gluten intolerance/allergy
In order to minimize disruptions to the kitchen, late arrivals will be served the current course being servedBon Sake Sushi & Bar
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(118)BON SAKE sushi & bar
Sushi Restaurant
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00am-9:00pm • Fri & Sat 11:00am-10:30pm
We look forward to serving you.
Tavi
Price: Moderate•Israeli•4.8(496)Tavi is an Israeli restaurant serving made-to-order pita from a wood-fired oven, elaborately finished hummus plates, and small and large plates drawing from the same modern Israeli inspiration as its sister restaurant, Shaya. The name Tavi is inspired by the Hebrew word meaning “good or beloved” and that’s what Tavi aims to deliver to the Covington community. The menu will highlight staples from the Shaya menu plus an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.Irene's
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,452)*Please note that if your desired reservation time is not available online, or your party is larger than those accepted through this service, please call the restaurant. We are happy and excited to make great effort in accommodating you. *
RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00pm central time on the reservation date.
Our cuisine is country French and Italian with a New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available for walk-in guests we do take reservations. While you wait we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you.
"Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"
BABs
Price: Moderate•Bistro•4.8(843)To us, BABs is a place for friends, or those who will soon be. BABs is a casual energetic place with yummy food, authentic hospitality, great libations and friendly faces.
We cook ingredient driven food where inspiration comes from our personal experiences or one of the many cultures represented in our area, past and present. Our cooking is inspired by small local farms, using ingredients that are seasonal and raised or caught with care.
New Orleans is our home. It’s a place with an amazing sense of community where we’ve created meaningful relationships, and met extraordinary people along the way. We’re excited to continue feeding visitors and the people like us, who call it home.
-Nina Compton, Larry Miller, and the BABs TeamRestaurant August
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(8,269)August is a Contemporary Creole restaurant creating unique dishes with a focus on Louisiana ingredients and inspired by classical training. Located in a historic 19th century French-Creole building in New Orleans’ Central Business District, the main dining room caters to the most unique dining experience. The interior is rich with original architectural details, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring columns, mahogany paneling and antique mirrors.
Foundation Room House of Blues New Orleans
Price: Moderate•Cocktail Bar•4.8(281)Foundation Room is now open with an incredible redesign and ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back to the finest in food and craft cocktails! PARK at Premium Parking location #145 on 716 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 for $15 for up to 8 hours of parking. Use promo "HOBNOLA24" at checkout: https://www.premiumparking.com/P145.Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot
Price: Moderate•Cocktail Bar•4.7(842)Effortlessly blending the eccentric personality of New Orleans’ bar culture with the old-world charm and sophistication of a classic social club, Peacock Room delivers a bright and vibrant feel during the day and a sexy, moody atmosphere come sundown, perfect for an afternoon aperitif, social dinner or an end-of-evening nightcap. The bar is stocked with everything from the classics to hard-to-find spirits, with an impressive collection of rum and madeira and an emphasis on drinks that are light and floral. The sipping is complemented by an elevated selection of small plates from Chef Samuel Peery that feature refined shareable interpretations of regional and international classics.
Mayas
Price: Moderate•Latin American•4.8(637)Mayas Restaurant is a captivating Latin dining experience with exciting social rhythms. We feature the cuisines of multiple countries of Latin American, but rather than simply transferring dishes we pay compliment to the ingredients that are natural to Latin America. Our food is prepared from scratch using classic and modern techniques but always remembering the aromas and flavors of our mother's and grandmother's kitchen. We invite you to choose your own escapade by selecting from our Plantains, Ceviches, Empanadas, Curries, Steaks, and Small Plates for a multi-course dining experience.Athenian bar & grill
Price: Moderate•Greek•4.9(29)ATHENIAN BAR & GRILL, founded in 2024, is dedicated to the celebration of culture, tradition, and the artistry of authentic GREEK cuisine. We are welcoming you to our cozy and vibrant establishment where every dish is a journey to Greece. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience, see our CHEF SERGIO in action in our open kitchen, and immerse yourself in the flavors and hospitality of the Mediterranean. We are also offering a delicious VEGAN menu, as well as unique OUZO cocktail menu!
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- LLarryVIPNew York City •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoSat in the bar area, waitstaff were great. Friendly and helpfulMore infoDomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District•4.6
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- LLisaWisconsin •7 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoUpon arriving our server Jacob was fantastic. He gave us time to enjoy our food, had a great sense of humor and was attentive the whole service. The food was great. We started off with the alligator boudin balls that were amazingly tender, with a sweet and spicy sauce and pickled green tomatoes/molitor squash. The red fish that my husband had was also great. We would come back again!More infoRed Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter•4.5
- MFMenuFoodieWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 25, 2025Food was delicious our server was amazing I will be back More infoHeadquarters by NGNPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Central Business District•3.9
- PPatriciaVirginia •7 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 17, 2025Had a fabulous server - Pamela who made us all feel like VIPS. The food was great and her recommendations were spot on. We told her we were nurses and she provided our dessert on a special plate decorated in chocolate saying we love nurses.More infoM bistroPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• French Quarter•4.4
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in New Orleans is Saffron NOLA
The best vegan restaurants in New Orleans are Domenica, Copper Vine and Commons Club Bar & Restaurant
The best vegetarian restaurants in New Orleans are Domenica, Muriel's Jackson Square and Atchafalaya Restaurant
The restaurants with the best service in New Orleans are Saffron NOLA, Willa Jean and Don's Seafood Hut of Covington
The restaurants with the best ambiance in New Orleans are Five O Fore Golf, Willa Jean and Seaworthy