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GW Fins
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.9(20,706)Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.
We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.Irene's
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(4,542)*Please note that if your desired reservation time is not available online, or your party is larger than those accepted through this service, please call the restaurant. We are happy and excited to make great effort in accommodating you. *
RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00pm central time on the reservation date.
Our cuisine is country French and Italian with a New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available for walk-in guests we do take reservations. While you wait we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you.
"Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"
Arnaud's Jazz Bistro
Price: Very Expensive•Creole•4.8(1,296)Celebrate the culture and tradition of New Orleans through exquisite flavors served in the most timeless, chic setting in the French Quarter.
Located next door to Arnaud’s Main Dining Room, enjoy classic Creole cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails and nightly Dixieland Jazz ($6.00 music charge per person), in this lively setting overlooking Bourbon Street.
See why Arnaud’s has been celebrating over 100 years of rich history and culinary excellence.
“James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program,” “James Beard Award Semi-finalist for Outstanding Hospitality,” Top New Orleans Restaurant Southern Living MagazineBrennan's
Price: Expensive•Creole•4.8(12,480)Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com.
Welcome to Brennan's! Our menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar.
Arnaud's
Price: Very Expensive•Creole•4.7(7,623)Celebrate the culture and tradition of New Orleans through exquisite flavors served in the most timeless, chic setting in the French Quarter.
Our menu includes both classic Creole and inventive dishes.
Enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail in our award-winning French 75 Bar, delight your ears and your mouth with nightly Dixieland Jazz in our Jazz Bistro dining room, or celebrate with our fabulous Sunday Jazz Brunch.
See why Arnaud’s has been celebrating over 100 years of rich history and culinary excellence.
“James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program”, “James Beard Award Semi-finalist for Outstanding Hospitality”The Italian Barrel
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(3,619)Tucked at the quiet edge of the French Quarter — just steps from Frenchmen Street and directly across from the New Orleans Jazz Museum’s outdoor stages — The Italian Barrel is often called one of the most romantic and best Italian restaurants in New Orleans. Owned by longtime guests and restaurateurs Lori and Kevin Cates, the restaurant offers refined Northern Italian cuisine in a charming, intimate setting. Founding Chef Samantha Castagnetti continues to guide new menu creations, helping preserve the soul of this beloved local gem. Chandeliers, exposed brick, and white tablecloths set the stage for a leisurely lunch, afternoon aperitifs, or a candlelit dinner. Seasonal dishes are crafted with the finest imported ingredients, paired with a curated Italian wine list and heartfelt hospitality. Our innovative craft cocktails elevate the experience further. Indoor and heated outdoor seating available.
Mr. B's Bistro
Price: Expensive•Creole•4.7(6,758)Mr. B's Bistro, a New Orleans restaurant famous for its Creole cuisine with a focus on fresh regional products, is located in the heart of the French Quarter at the intersection of Royal Street and Iberville. This corner is a New Orleans landmark and celebrated food corner. Considered the original New Orleans gourmet bistro, Mr. B's Bistro is owned and managed by Cindy Brennan, a member of the legendary New Orleans' Brennan Family.Muriel's Jackson Square
Price: Very Expensive•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4.7(10,676)The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.
See what locals rave about in French Quarter
- JjaneVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •137 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWonderful, food , service. Everyone welcoming. Salad , fish all served excellent. Our neighborhood restaurantMore infoTableauPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter•4.5
- AAngelaMemphis / West Tennessee •5 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAmazing service. Absolute top notch!!! My mom had a wonderful bday experience! Thank you!More infoBrennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.8
- MMikeChicago / Illinois •13 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoMy wife and I were in New Orleans for our two year wedding anniversary and found GW Fins online and it got great reviews… and we 100% agree!!! From start to finish they took care of us, left a personalized menu wishing us happy anniversary, and our server was THE BEST! Dylan was so friendly and personable and explained the whole menu and just treated us like we were part of the family. Thank you so much for making our dinner extra special!!!More infoGW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter•4.9
- RRalphNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 30, 2025Everything was fantastic. Miles Salatich was a very in touch waiter. He anticipated our needs.More infoAntoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.6
- JJenniferMississippi •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 28, 2025The most wonderful night with our family In one of the best restaurants. Wonderful service and meal!More infoMr. B's BistroPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.7
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The French Quarter of New Orleans is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the U.S., renowned for its party atmosphere and delectable food. Creole and Cajun menu staples, including jambalaya, crawfish etouffee and gumbo are on the menu, but there are so many more tastes to sample in the French Quarter. Nestled on The Quarter's many side streets, you'll find many oyster bars and quaint coffee houses. You can also visit one of the many corner grocery stores, most of which feature small kitchens in the back. These hidden gems typically serve up delicious cheeseburgers, homemade mac and cheese, and the two most famous sandwiches in the Big Easy: muffulettas and po boys. For dessert, you can grab a freshly made beignet or authentic praline and take a walk along the banks of the Mississippi River.
Frequently asked questions
Dog friendly restaurants in French Quarter include Louisiana Pizza Kitchen- French Quarter, Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar and New Orleans Creole Cookery
Child friendly restaurants in French Quarter include Brennan's, Muriel's Jackson Square and Red Fish Grill
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