Restaurants near Lafayette Square

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks restaurant

1. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

4.8

Exceptional(4211)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 59 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.

2. Luke

4.5

Awesome(8263)

$$$$

• French • Central Business District

Booked 89 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.

3. Sofia New Orleans

4.8

Exceptional(1308)

$$$$

• Italian • Warehouse District

Booked 61 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.

4. Meril

4.7

Exceptional(5481)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Warehouse District

Booked 88 times today

Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s latest concept and fourth 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 to Fettuccine Nero. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.

5. Trenasse

4.3

Awesome(1813)

$$$$

• Seafood • Central Business District

Booked 60 times today

The collaborating chefs of Trenasse focus on Gulf Coast Cuisine with a South Louisiana Flare. Using regionally farmed ingredients they present their dishes classically and creatively.

6. Seaworthy

4.1

Excellent(1410)

$$$$

• Seafood • Central Business District

Booked 20 times today

Seaworthy showcases wild-caught and sustainably harvested oysters from American waters — Gulf Coast, East Coast, and West Coast alike — as well as locally sourced fish and game. The celebrated beverage program offers both classic and proprietary cocktails, with a smart selection of beer and wine.Set in a classic Creole cottage built in 1832, Seaworthy was opened by Ace Hotel with support from the team at Grand Banks. Please note that we only have stair access to our second and third floor. Seaworthy culls inspiration from Gulf Coast waterways, the time-worn traditions of Southern hospitality and the legendary exuberance of the city of New Orleans.

7. Josephine Estelle

4.3

Awesome(2183)

$$$$

• Contemporary Italian • Central Business District

Booked 36 times today

Josephine Estelle is an osteria from James Beard Award-nominated chefs, Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, and showcases their signature culinary style of combining the craft-centric philosophy of Italian cooking with flavors of the American South. Our seasonal menu--available daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch--offers a wide range of farm-fresh, regional ingredients, with a special emphasis on house-made pastas. Other popular dishes include our meatballs, Gulf fish, steak, chicken biscuit, beef tartare, and the famed John T Burger. Complementing the menu is a choice selection of artisanal cocktails, craft beer and wine. Our wine list emphasizes Italian and American wines. We have breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, along with brunch on the weekends.Now offering take out and deliveries from Uber Eats.Josephine Estelle was named to both Bon Appetit and Southern Living's 2016 "Best New Restaurants" li

A photo of Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot restaurant

8. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot

4.6

Exceptional(446)

$$$$

• Cocktail Bar • Warehouse District

Booked 45 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.

A photo of Desi Vega's Steakhouse restaurant

9. Desi Vega's Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(2331)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Warehouse District

Booked 22 times today

Voted Best New Restaurants "Class of 13" by New Orleans Magazine. Desi Vega is the restaurateur of Desi Vega's Steakhouse and Mr. John's Steakhouse. Both restaurants are consistently outstanding and locals' favorite place to "see and be seen." Desi grew up in the restaurant business and was groomed by Ella Brennan at Commander's Palace, Ruth Fertel of Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and Emeril Lagasse. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Our USDA Prime steaks are carefully selected, hand-cut and aged for tenderness, then seared to perfection and served on a sizzling plate. The Who Dat Shrimp appetizer and Andouille-crawfish Mac & Cheese are favorite dishes of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans players. We hope you'll visit to see for yourself!!

A photo of True Food Kitchen - New Orleans restaurant

10. True Food Kitchen - New Orleans

4.4

Awesome(559)

$$$$

• American • Warehouse District

Booked 24 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in New Orleans for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in New Orleans below The Julia at St. Charles apartments at the corner of Julia Street and Saint Charles Avenue, near F45 Training.

Restaurants near Lafayette Square

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

2. Luke

3. Sofia New Orleans

4. Meril

5. Trenasse

6. Seaworthy

7. Josephine Estelle

8. Peacock Room at The Hotel Fontenot

9. Desi Vega's Steakhouse

10. True Food Kitchen - New Orleans

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