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1. Luke
4.6
Exceptional(9420)
Price: Moderate
• French • Central Business District
Booked 50 times today
Luke is a vibrant bar scene according to the reviews. It's described as a 'lively spot', 'buzzing at dinner', and 'happy hour specials on oysters was amazing'. The atmosphere is also praised as 'fun', 'casual', and 'great service'. It's not just about the food and drinks, it's also about the ambiance and experience.
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2. Restaurant August
4.9
Exceptional(8314)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District
Booked 21 times today
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.
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3. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks
4.8
Exceptional(5413)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 51 times today
Named the highest rated steakhouse in New Orleans, this old-school steak restaurant is a powerhouse. The focus at Chophouse New Orleans is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meat, from barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts. The easygoing atmosphere complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.
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4. Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar
3.3
Good(192)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 24 times today
Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar transports guests to a slice of New Orleans charm on bustling Canal Street. The restaurant features a captivating interior with a 30-foot faux oak tree, Spanish moss, and charming lanterns, creating a serene bayou ambiance. Our menu showcases the best of local Louisiana cuisine, with fresh seafood and Southern classics taking center stage. From the bustling oyster bar to the extensive selection of regional specialties, Blue Bayou offers a taste of New Orleans tradition.
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5. Nobu - Caesars New Orleans
4.8
Exceptional(401)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Central Business District
Booked 12 times today
Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at Nobu, the Japanese restaurant created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Located in the historic city of New Orleans, Chef Nobu will introduce his signature cuisine to Louisiana, setting a new standard for elevated Japanese dining in the heart of the Big Easy.
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6. Bon Ton Prime Rib
4.7
Exceptional(334)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 23 times today
Bon Ton Prime Rib, New Orleans' third-oldest restaurant, is where the spirit of old New Orleans meets the new. The menu blends classic Cajun flavors with signature cuts of prime rib, classic steaks, and popular regional seafood with timeless classic cocktails —a nod to the restaurant’s heritage. Set in the historic 1840s Natchez building, this iconic institution honors its rich past while looking ahead. Complimentary valet parking is available.
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7. Kenji Omakase
4.8
Exceptional(179)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • French Quarter
Booked 8 times today
The Kenji Omakase Experience is a multi-course menu created by the chef Matthew Nguyen, served at the sushi bar. There's limited seating Wednesday-Sunday with seatings at 5:45 and 8:30. All other guests are seated in the dining room with choice of table-side omakase or a la carte menuA traditional Japanese experience which guests leave themselves in the hands of chef and receive a meal which is seasonal, elegant, artistic and uses the finest ingredients. The chefs will take you on a tour around the world with ingredients from the Toyosu market while also highlighting the dry aging program used only at Kenji• We kindly decline requests to accommodate any dietary restrictions• A 3.95% credit card fee will be added to all non-cash payments • Service fee is added to parties of 6 or more• Cancellations will only be accepted up to 24 hours prior to your reservation• Any cancellations within 24 hours of the reservation will be charged $75 per person
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8. Compère Lapin
4.7
Exceptional(2891)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Business District
Booked 28 times today
Compère Lapin - noun - "kom-pare la-pan" - 1. anthropomorphic rabbit character who served as the mischievous protagonist in Creole and Caribbean folk tales; 2. Chef Nina Compton's restaurant at the Old No 77 Hotel & Chandlery in the Warehouse Arts District of New Orleans. Meals aren’t about trends, shock value, or opulence.Meals are about moments, memories and those who surround you at your table.We believe in the complexity of simplicity, and the power of pure flavors. Our histories, vast and varied, deserve to be memorialized and romanticized by dishes that at once remind us of home and transport us to somewhere new.We don’t make food for everyone else, we make food for you.
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9. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot
4.7
Exceptional(868)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Warehouse District
Booked 14 times today
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.
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10. 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar
4.1
Excellent(2842)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 2 times today
3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar delivers a culinary and mixology snapshot of NOLA. In a city famous for its food and drink, we’re proud to stand out as a signature on Chartres Street.Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, 3B is nestled in the famed Hotel de la Poste New Orleans - French Quarter as a striking hideaway known for its inventive Southern cuisine, its crafty drinks and its excellent live music on weekends. Glowing golden orange (the hue of New Orleans’ notorious Sazerac cocktail) and with natural light pouring in from the street, 3rd Block is equal parts ultra-contemporary and intimate. Recharge, indulge, or pop in for a quick takeaway drink or snack.With vibrant ambiance and cuisine, we welcome intimate gatherings, festive get-togethers and unique private events. Just steps from Jackson Square, ready to transport you with Southern hospitality.
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