Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Central Business District

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New Orleans

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BywaterCentral Business DistrictLower Garden DistrictMid-City / City ParkThe MarignyTremé

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13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Domenica

4.6

Exceptional(7610)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 48 times today

Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.

2. Couvant

4.4

Awesome(407)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Central Business District

Booked 5 times today

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.

A photo of The Steakhouse - Caesars New Orleans restaurant

3. The Steakhouse - Caesars New Orleans

4.2

Awesome(2067)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 6 times today

The Steakhouse at Caesars offers a fresh, playful perspective on the traditional steakhouse. The Steakhouse combines a devotion to local Louisiana ingredients and techniques to provide an unexpected twist on traditional steakhouse menu items.

4. Yo Nashi

4.7

Exceptional(481)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Business District

Yō Nashi is a New Orleans omakase restaurant. Utilizing local ingredients and flavor with Japanese technique and presentation, Chef Jose creates a dining experience that invokes a sense of transportation while simultaneously being rooted in the city where he presides. Our daily omakase menu is created around the best seasonal ingredients available. Please provide any allergies or dietary restrictions with your reservation so that we may be able to ensure your best possible experience.

5. Miss River

4.4

Awesome(1375)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Central Business District

Booked 17 times today

Miss River at the Four Seasons New Orleans offers a grand Creole dining experience in the heart of the French Quarter. Led by renowned Chef Alon Shaya, the restaurant serves elevated New Orleans favorites with bold Cajun flavors and local ingredients. Signature dishes include Whole Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Seared Duck Breast, and Red Beans and Rice. Open for lunch and dinner, diners can savor expertly crafted dishes throughout the day. Enjoy a lively weekend jazz brunch every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, featuring a Bloody Mary bar and live jazz. Perfect for any special occasion, Miss River delivers an unforgettable experience for lunch, dinner, or brunch in New Orleans.

6. Coquette

4.8

Exceptional(3175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Lower Garden District

Booked 13 times today

Located in the Garden District of New Orleans, Coquette offers innovative southern cuisine with an emphasis on locally sourced product. Featuring an accessible international wine list, classic and creative New Orleans cocktails and a well-traveled beer list.

7. BABs

4.8

Exceptional(856)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Bywater

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 Team

8. Vessel NOLA

4.4

Awesome(2717)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 23 times today

Vessel Specializes in Fresh Seafood and New American Cuisine! Renowned Chef Wille Cooper, who trained under Emeril Lagasse & Wolfgang Puck sources fresh local ingredients incorporating many of the traditions New Orleans is famous for. Dinner is served 7 days a week and brunch Sat-Sun! Happy Hour weekdays 4-6 pm (except holidays). Reservations are advised and we welcome walk-ins! Dine inside or outdoors on our gorgeous covered patio! ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST featured VESSEL as one of "8 of the Most Gorgeous Restaurants in Former Churches Worldwide". Paranormal activity lurks at VESSEL as featured on The Travel Channel's hit show "THE DEAD FILES" in the episode "Deadly Vessel" showcasing the spirits that haunt Vessel. Eat, Drink, Congregate! at Vessel at New Orleans' most exciting restaurant/bar, housed in a 1914 historic church in Mid-City, 10 minutes from the French Quarter just off the Canal Street Streetcar.

9. Saffron NOLA

5.0

Exceptional(791)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Uptown

Booked 11 times today

SAFFRON NOLA, the culmination of the Vilkhu family’s lifetime of passion for culture and food. Their James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant in 2018 was hard-earned after gracing the New Orleans community with a catering business for 26-years and a pop-up restaurant for 6-years. In its sixth year, SAFFRON NOLA continues to garner accolades such as JBF Best Chef South 2024, 2025 and New York Times Best 25 Restaurants in New Orleans. They continue to charm guests by tying in culture, local ingredients, and hospitality.

10. Lost Coyote

4.8

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Tremé

Booked 2 times today

Located on the iconic Esplanade Avenue in New Orleans, Lost Coyote is a unique dining destination where local ingredients, vibrant ambiance, and unforgettable experiences come together. Inspired by the coyote’s untamed spirit, our restaurant embraces the magic of exploration, resilience, and connection. Our chef-crafted menu is a celebration of local ingredients and global inspirations. Lost Coyote features a large event space on our second floor which can accommodate up to 175 guests. With the option of a reception style event, seated dinner, dance floor, corporate gathering, we are here to help you plan your next occasion. The crown jewel of 1614 Esplanade is our beautiful swimming pool which will be open to the public year-round, this feature is coming soon for day passes, annual passes, and special events. Whether you’re here for a casual night out, a romantic dinner, or simply to explore, Lost Coyote invites you to come as you are. Come wander with us.

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Edward
Alabama •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was notably delicious. The New Orleans Creole touch was tasty. Especially enjoyed the oysters.
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The Steakhouse - Caesars New OrleansPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
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4.2
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DeborahVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was delicious as always and our server was wonderful. Always a fun dining experience! Great for birthday celebrations
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DomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District
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4.6
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Avin
New Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
I took my children here for the $50 Kids Pizza Making Class. Chef Aleck was simply phenomenal with all the mini-chefs! His sous chef and the wait staff were incredibly helpful and responsive as well. While the kids made their pizzas, my husband and I sat nearby enjoying oysters, blue crab, the maison salad, and sweet potato bread. It was a memorable experience, from top to bottom, for the kids and grown ups alike! I highly recommend this experience if you’re looking for fun, unique things to do with your kids in New Orleans
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Miss RiverPrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Central Business District
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4.4
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LeslieVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
Fabulous food, excellent service, great atmosphere
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CouvantPrice: Expensive• French• Central Business District
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4.4
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James
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
The chief’s preparations were out of this world. Great experience!
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Yo NashiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Business District
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4.7

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