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- MCMarcusCNashville •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat all around restaurant. Staff was very respectful and took care of us very well.More infoLula Restaurant DistilleryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Lower Garden District•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat experience, enjoyed the food and ambiance! Always enjoy coming to Nola but tonight was extra special and The Bower was perfect!More infoThe BowerPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lower Garden District•4.7
- HHeathervipAustin •15 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023This restaurant was recommended by locals and the seafood was very good. Amazing oyster selection and overall good food. Service was great but very, very slow.More infoLukePrice: Moderate• French• Central Business District•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023We went to Brennans for a New Years dinner as well as a late celebratory dinner for my 2 year olds birthday dinner. I had a 2 year old, a 6 year old and my spouse present. My children were fairly noisy, and playful and the wait staff were very friendly and helpful as well as brought them cotton candy and treats to the table. I never felt uncomfortable having children present for fine dining, and had a great dinner experience. The traditional cabbage and black eyed pea single bite appetizer spoons were delicious, even my 6 year old loved it. My waitress was a sweet younger woman originally from New England, She wore glasses and I hate that I can’t remember her name, but she was very soft spoken and sweet and made the experience much more enjoyable. We will be back to try the 2nd quarter menu but this time as an adults only New Orleans vacation.More infoBrennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerNorthwest Florida •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023New Years Day Brunch. Great atmosphere, great service, great food. Second time going here. I will go everytime I come to New Orleans.More infoBirdy's Behind The BowerPrice: Moderate• American• Garden District•4.6
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The Lower Garden District is a tiny part of the greater Garden District of New Orleans, located adjacent to Tulane University. It is home to many college graduate students and a prime location for quick contemporary and unique entree eateries and international cuisine. New Orleans is historically synonymous with Cajun food of all types, especially seafood gumbos served at iconic local establishments. International food, other than Spanish and French combination restaurants, includes Vietnamese, Caribbean, Italian, and Thai. There are also several American sandwich shops and cafes interspersed in this historic district catering to both the locals and the many visitors to the New Orleans area.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Lower Garden District is Emeril's Delmonico
The restaurants with the best service in Lower Garden District are Emeril's Delmonico, GAIA Steakhouse and The Bower
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lower Garden District are Emeril's Delmonico, The Bower and GAIA Steakhouse
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