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Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks, Metairie, LA

Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks

4.7
4.7
1296 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Desi Vega is the restaurateur of Desi Vega's Steakhouse, Mr. John's Steakhouse, and Desi Vega's Prime Burgers & Shakes. 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. Seafood selections include steamed crabs and lobster, Gulf fish in various preparations each day, and plenty of other seafood.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (504) 293-2490

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Michael Isolani

  • Private party facilities

    Let us help you plan your next Event in one of our Private Rooms!

  • Neighborhood

    Metairie

  • Cross street

    Lake Ave

  • Parking details

    We offer spacious parking in our designated lot on the corner of Veterans Blvd and Lake Ave with a covered area underneath the black awning for drop off. During times of inclement weather, the Heritage Plaza Parking Garage may be used and parking tickets validated in the Restaurant. Handicap Parking is on Level 3 (Lobby level of the Restaurant).

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wine

What 1,296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Steakhouse

  • New Orleans

    Steakhouse

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was outstanding!
  2. TrinaC

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made our Anniversary dinner perfect! Steaks were great, service was 1st rate and creme Brule was outstanding. This place is special!
  3. KeedyL

    Houston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great experience all around! Service was exceptional, food was awesome and wine bottle selection was on point.
  4. JulieH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our meal and our time . All of the staff members were absolutely wonderful, can’t wait to go back!!!
  5. katlyvs

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was exceptional. Our server Kalil was personable and accommodating. Hope to see him again next time.
  6. SalParuta1

    New Orleans

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistently good food. Pricey but you get what you pay for.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere. Servers were wonderful and engaging. Filet with delicious!
  8. kayjay

    New Orleans

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual, this restaurant never disappoints. A really nice dining experience.
  9. KennethD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food and ambiance. Highly recommended for a business dinner or special occasion.
  10. CorettaD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience2
    The manager and front desk was great help to help seat my birthday guest. They were so nice and polite. However, Wendy was our waitress she was rude not polite she rolled her eyes at us in disgust? She proceeded to skip over my friend who was guest at table for my birthday dinner, she was rude not friendly she has no customer service skills at all. The guy that served with her that night I didn’t catch his name he threw the bread on table spilled our drink inappropriately reaching over drinks he was caught touching his nose. The food was amazing drinks were great but the servers was very nasty to us. Such a great atmosphere but waitress and waiter was not good at all to my guest.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Relaxed with a couple of drinks before dinner. Loved that I was not rushed to order! Wait staff was very attentive. Had the ribeye, creamed spinach and wedge salad. Crème brûlée made the perfect meal even better!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice had a wonderful evening at dinner with family I will recommend it to everyone.
  13. DawnC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit. It definitely will not be the last. The service was excellent. The food was outstanding.
  14. Derekd

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blaine was an awesome waiter. Steak (filet medium rare) was better than Ruths cooked perfectly. Will be back
  15. Monap02

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! We truly enjoyed Desi Vega and would highly recommend it.
  16. DiningwithHubby

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    All was perfect but it was happy hour & a very loud crowd sat close to us. They were very loud & annoying!
  17. KatherineA

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had another wonderful and flavorful Birthday Lunch. I will be back
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding overall, our first time and We loved it !!
  19. Kris

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food were impeccable! Will be back again and again...
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tonight was our first time visiting Desi Vega’s and it could not have been a more positive experience. The food and service were outstanding. Kalil and Savannah were excellent servers, always attentive and engaging. They provided great suggestions for appetizers, entrees, sides and dessert. We will definitely be back in the future!
  21. NWLAtravelers

    New Orleans

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Very nice, clean, interesting place. Seemed to be mostly a bar crowd when we were there. Appetizers were good, salads just OK, we didn’t have steaks that they specialize in, our fish was alright. Good place for a very special meal
  22. AndyZ

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Great meal and drinks too! However, we were seated in the back corner area of restaurant so the ambiance was not typical of our other visits to Desi as we prefer the elevated area near the bar! We will be back but know to ask for our preferred seating location next time!
  23. StanleyHebert

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great time everything went well. prompt service will return
  24. Odell

    New Orleans

    605 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    605 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great salads and appetizers. My wife loves the crab appetizer. Speckle trout is always great. The steaks are very good and service is great.
  25. ChrisC

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were first class. Dana our waitress was awesome!
  26. DanielW

    Milwaukee

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    The restaurant has an attractive ambience when seated in the main dining area. I probably should have said something when I was seated at my table. We were seated in a corner in the back area that had no ambience at all. To compound the issue there was a large group celebrating a birthday there and they were loud. If I was to return I would ask not to be seated there especially if they were hosting a party. The food was good and so was the service. But I would probably not return.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience3
    We were entirely rushed during a leisurely lunch. We were obviously not there on an office break, so the staff should not assume that although the restaurant is located in a high-rise office tower. Too expensive for such poor service.
  28. Tkjacobson

    New Orleans

    119 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    119 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was excellent! Servers were great! Green Goddess salad with crab- DELISH!
  29. CFHNOLA

    New Orleans

    94 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant offers great food and great service. It is well worth a visit.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blaine and John were great! We will definitely be back.
  31. Chuck

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Desi’s is amazing. One of the best in Metairie for sure. Yes it may be a bit pricey, but for a fine experience or special occasion it can’t be beat. You will receive everything and more than you pay for. From the bar to dinner and dessert, the food and service will not disappoint!!!
  32. Foodie

    New Orleans

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Desi Vegas is a delightful place to dine. Service was wonderful as was the food. Happy To say that our table was in a prime location. Sometime when only two people are dining they are given a table that is way in the back of the restaurant but not last night..
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Pretty enjoyable. Off to a slow start on refills they did pick it up. Steaks were great . The cheesecake was horrible,—overcooked , crumbly , off putting flavor in no way creamy like one expects with cheesecake and the bread pudding was more gelatin like then would prefer.
  34. AnnieW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Your food was amazing--perfect. We had the grouper and the trout and topped it off with Crème Brule. It was one of those meals that you remember in your dreams. And to make it even more enjoyable, our wait staff seemed to be mind-readers and were at the table just when you needed them, but not when you didn't. Of course, I would recommend Dezi Vega's to a friend--to all my friends.
  35. CarolynK

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The cannelloni was cold and the sauce was a little on the scorched side
  36. ANDREWS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    It was not the same as my last visits at all. it was my wife birthday
  37. CharlesP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food was excellent and the service and friendliness of the staff was great
  38. Inedible

    New Orleans

    61 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience3
    Yikes. Been awhile since I've been here, but I can tell you I won't be back again soon. My ribeye was riven with sinew and tendon. Informed the waiter as he picked up my plate what the inedible pile of glop remaining was exactly. He couldn't have acted more disinterested. Way too expensive to be served this kind of beef as prime. Was truly horrible. I guess everyone's cutting corners in these inflationary times, but to charge customers more for less is an unsustainable way to run a restaurant. There's so much better in New Orleans, thankfully.
  39. SoniaD

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Desi Vega's is great, we celebrated my grandson 12th Birthday. He had the King Crab and it was wonderful.
  40. EarlS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The overall experience was wonderful the staff was great the waitress Micole was awesome

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks is rated 4.7 stars by 1296 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks

111 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Ste 150, Metairie, LA 70005

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Lake Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Metairie

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    We offer spacious parking in our designated lot on the corner of Veterans Blvd and Lake Ave with a covered area underneath the black awning for drop off. During times of inclement weather, the Heritage Plaza Parking Garage may be used and parking tickets validated in the Restaurant. Handicap Parking is on Level 3 (Lobby level of the Restaurant).

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Michael Isolani

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wine

  • Phone number

    (504) 293-2490

  • Private party facilities

    Let us help you plan your next Event in one of our Private Rooms!

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