Restaurants near New Orleans Morial Convention Center

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1. ANNUNCIATION

4.7

Exceptional(1840)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • Warehouse District

Booked 8 times today

Annunciation Restaurant, neighborhood fine dining in the heart of the Warehouse District, is the ideal spot for enjoying skillfully crafted cocktails, fine wines and an assortment of classic and contemporary Cajun and Creole dishes. We are conveniently located within walking distance of the New Orleans Convention Center and a short drive from the world-famous French Quarter. Don’t miss dishes include our Chef’s Choice Ravioli with House made pasta, Gulf Fish Capri with fresh artichoke, tomato, and capers, and our Softshell Crab Monica. Cocktails are equally impressive and include concoctions like Southern Smash 2.0 featuring cognac has the highlighted liquor, or our Pimm’s Annunciation-a modern twist on a classic NOLA cocktail! In addition to regular dining, we also offer private dining rooms that can accommodate 10-200 and are perfect for your next corporate meeting, reception, or social occasion. Enjoy Live Piano every Saturday evening in our Bar area.

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2. Restaurant Rebirth

4.6

Exceptional(2105)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Warehouse District

Booked 5 times today

Restaurant Rebirth; Where the Locals Eat! - is one of OpenTable’s 2018 "50 Best Southern Restaurants in America”, and features regional Louisiana cuisine perfectly balancing fresh local seafood and bold Cajun flavors. South Louisiana native Chef Ricky Cheramie honed his culinary skills in some of New Orleans' top restaurants including K-Paul's, Emeril’s, and Commander's Palace. He was also influenced by time spent cooking in Boston and Maine, including a stint at the renowned Grill 23. Chef Cheramie creates food for the soul such as Country Gumbo, Blackened Scallops with Maque Choux, and Mississippi-Style Barbeque Pork Belly. Located in the historic Warehouse District, Restaurant Rebirth's intimate dining room, with exposed wood beams and original brick, showcases local art and is the perfect destination to enjoy craft cocktails, as well as a variety of spirits, wines, and local beers.

3. Galliano

4.6

Exceptional(972)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Warehouse District

Booked 3 times today

Traditional southern Louisiana fare: these dishes are typically found in the homes of the Cajun people of the Bayou Lafourche region- real Cajun soul food.

4. Easy Virtue

4.2

Awesome(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Warehouse District

Booked 3 times today

Inhibitions run free at Easy Virtue, the newest culinary venture curated by Executive Chef Chad Roldan in the trendy Warehouse Arts District. Indulge and imbibe in irresistible brunch dishes daily, craft cocktails and a premium bourbon and wine selection, tempting your senses and persuading you to stay and play. All. Day. Long.Our menu infuses classic brunch dishes with creative flavors for an unforgettable experience. From the Bananas Foster French Toast, a local favorite with a twist, to the Pig Pop Tart, a whimsical reinvention of a childhood favorite. Striking the perfect balance between sweet and savory, The Jones is an ode to Chef's son that takes the classic cinnamon roll to new heights.

5. Meril

4.6

Exceptional(6736)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Warehouse District

Booked 47 times today

Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.

6. Sofia New Orleans

4.6

Exceptional(2044)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Warehouse District

Booked 37 times today

Sofia is an Italian-inspired kitchen that has an elevated take on traditional cuisine in a fun and funky setting in the warehouse district. Acclaimed chef Talia Diele's menu of inventive small plates, traditionally prepared meats and fish, handmade pasta, and wood fired pizza has drawn rave reviews locally and nationally. Our Italian inspired cocktails, craft beers and Italian wine list have been carefully curated and will appeal to the most discerning palates.

7. Briquette

4.4

Awesome(2375)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Warehouse District

Booked 19 times today

Contemporary Coastal and New Orleans cuisine served in the historic Warehouse District. Briquette serves up unique seafood creations from the Louisiana Gulf waters and around the world. Seafood specialties include Louisiana Redfish On The Half Shell, Snapper Ponchartrain with Lump Crabmeat, and Whole Branzino. Features also include Prime steaks, pork porterhouse, lamb, veal and pastas. Enjoy fabulous hand-crafted cocktails and a curated wine list that is a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 6-years in a row!Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 2019-2024Members of the Chaine des RotisseursNew Orleans Magazine Tops of the Town Award WinnerProud Member of Chef's Brigade Home of the Loaded Whole FishHost your group dinner, reception, or a cocktail party at Briquette. Seating for 240 guests and 400 for a reception. We also have a beautiful bar and community tables for small cocktail receptions with hors d’oeuvres.

8. Compère Lapin

4.7

Exceptional(2890)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Central Business District

Booked 16 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.

9. Miss River

4.5

Awesome(1378)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Central Business District

Booked 14 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.

10. Chemin à la Mer

4.5

Awesome(1235)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 16 times today

Acclaimed Chef Donald Link honors his commitment to quality steaks and boutique oysters with his classic steakhouse overlooking the Mississippi River. For guests seeking a classic American steakhouse and oyster bar, Chemin à la Mer delivers excellent cuts of beef and the very best selection of Gulf Coast oysters. The menu features a grand oyster bar, specialty steaks, and Gulf seafood, subtly incorporating inspired flavors from the West Indies and neighboring local regions.

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Updated on 6/23/2025

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Chrissy
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was great and open table was very easy to setup reservations.
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Restaurant RebirthPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Warehouse District
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4.6
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Andie
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The portions were surprisingly generous and the food was great.
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ANNUNCIATIONPrice: Expensive• Creole• Warehouse District
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4.7
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MarvinVIP
Treasure Coast •120 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a great Cajun hangar steak wife had the oysters which were fantastic nice wine choices and of course banana foster service was really good highly recommend
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Brennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.8
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Ashley
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved our dinings experience there! The stuffed porkchop, wine, and salad… sooo good!
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GallianoPrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Warehouse District
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4.6
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Jennifer
Orange County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 2, 2025
Though we had a reservation they did not have a regular table for us and sat us at at a high top table close to the hotel entrance. We were conducting a business meeting so it made it feel odd. Outside of that the food was wonderful and the service was acceptable.
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Easy VirtuePrice: Moderate• Southern• Warehouse District
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4.2

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