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1. Luke
4.6
Exceptional(9391)
Price: Moderate
• French • Central Business District
Booked 85 times today
Luke is a Creole-inspired Brasserie located in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District on world-famous St. Charles Avenue, steps from the French Quarter neighborhood. A lively atmosphere surrounds the raw bar offering the freshest seafood and oysters procured daily from the Gulf of Mexico. Chef Erick Loos is at the helm of the kitchen featuring dishes that highlight local purveyors and farmers’ market ingredients. Behind the bar, a selection of bartender-created specialty cocktails are offered among a carefully-curated list of wines from throughout the world and locally crafted brews.
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2. Meril
4.6
Exceptional(6701)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Warehouse District
Booked 58 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.
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3. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks
4.8
Exceptional(5376)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 52 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. Sofia New Orleans
4.6
Exceptional(2026)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Warehouse District
Booked 20 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.
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5. Compère Lapin
4.7
Exceptional(2845)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Business District
Booked 20 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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6. Copper Vine
4.8
Exceptional(2523)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Central Business District
Booked 36 times today
Copper Vine is a wine gastropub nestled in downtown New Orleans surrounded by lush greenery. With 30 wines on tap and a menu featuring Southern Regional cuisine, our lunch, brunch, and dinner menus are perfect for sharing and pairing with our extensive wine list or curated cocktail list.
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7. Bon Ton Prime Rib
4.7
Exceptional(296)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 37 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 cocktails, including the Rum Ramsey—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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8. Desi Vega's Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(2759)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Warehouse District
Booked 23 times today
Desi Vega's Steakhouse is the only all USDA Prime steakhouse in New Orleans. Chef Muggsy Beals ensures that each steak is of the highest quality. Cuts are meticulously selected, wet-aged for tenderness, and hand-cut in-house.Desi Vega's offers signature dishes like the Who Dat Shrimp, one of the best bites of food in all of New Orleans. Our Crystal Hot Sauce Onion Rings are a spicy twist to the classic appetizer and the Crawfish-Andouille Mac & Cheese, a creamy, flavorful side that compliments any of our main courses.The floor to ceiling windows overlooking Lafayette Square and the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line, is the setting for an unforgettable evening "On The Avenue"!An award-winning wine list and fresh Louisiana seafood ensures there is something for everyone. Whether you're a local or a visitor seeking an exceptional dining experience, Desi Vega's Steakhouse offers a combination of quality, flavor, and hospitality that makes it a standout choice in New Orleans.
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9. 34 Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(256)
Price: Very Expensive
• Portuguese • Warehouse District
Booked 14 times today
34 is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s first restaurant dedicated to the cuisine of his Portuguese heritage. He was inspired by his late mother, Hilda, who influenced his interest in cooking when he was a child growing up in Fall River, MA. The 245-seat restaurant is adorned in shades of green – Emeril’s signature color – wood accents and ornate Portuguese tiles. A painting of a rooster, a national Portuguese symbol of good luck, greets guests at the entrance. Once inside, a jamon bar with countertop service and tile-clad DJ booth are focal points of the space. The restaurant celebrates not only the food and design of Portugal but also the sounds, with music from local and touring DJs.
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10. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot
4.7
Exceptional(852)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Warehouse District
Booked 34 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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  • James
    New Orleans / Louisiana •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Service was amazing and food was perfection! We had both the Copper Vine Red Blend and the Pinot Grigio which were great. Redfish Almandine was sheer perfection and delicious.
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    Copper VinePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Central Business District
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    4.8
  • Linda
    Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Best place for fine dining in New Orleans. Food is excellent and the wait staff is THE BEST!!
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    Chophouse New Orleans – Prime SteaksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
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    4.8
  • DorianVIP
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •24 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    One of the best brunch experiences I’ve had was at Luke’s, a tucked-away gem in the Business District. From the moment we walked in, the bright, thoughtfully designed decor set a vibrant, inviting tone — modern yet cozy, with just the right energy for a weekend brunch. I ordered the crawfish omelet, which was absolutely packed with flavor — rich, tender crawfish folded into perfectly fluffy eggs. It came with crisp, golden hot fries and a refreshing side salad that balanced the richness of the meal beautifully. My partner went with the spinach omelet, which was light yet hearty, full of fresh greens and melty cheese. The drinks were just as memorable. We had strong, well-made mimosas and rich, fresh-brewed coffee — the kind that actually wakes you up and pairs perfectly with good food and even better company. Luke’s felt like a hidden brunch oasis right in the middle of the city, blending comfort, quality, and charm in all the right ways. Definitely a spot we’ll return to.
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    LukePrice: Moderate• French• Central Business District
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    4.6
  • ClareVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •35 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great dinner tonight everything was fantastic we definitely will go back. And the category of better if. It would be great to have a few spoons come with the courses to be able to share easily
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    Sofia New OrleansPrice: Expensive• Italian• Warehouse District
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    4.6
  • WilliamVIP
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Quinten was our server and he was awesome. He knew the menu well, gave great service and recommendations.
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    MerilPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Warehouse District
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    4.6

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