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Desi Vega's Steakhouse, New Orleans, LA

Desi Vega's Steakhouse

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4.7 (2744)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
628 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Muggsy Beals
  • Catering
    Contact your personal Event Coordinator to see all options available! We have several in house menus to provide you and your guests, but we can also customize a menu based on your requests. From floor plans to menus, lighting accent colors and custom cocktails, your event will be personalized and executed at a high standard.
  • Private party facilities
    In our Main Dining Room you will overlook the historic St. Charles Avenue Streetcar line, the three-story Tuckahoe marble pillars of Gallier Hall and majestic oaks in Lafayette Square. The Prime Room offers the perfect ambiance for a smaller, intimate reception, business event or rehearsal dinner.
  • Private party contact
    Michele Capo: (504) 523-7600
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Cross street
    S. Maestri and Girod
  • Parking details
    There is a $20 fee for valet parking.
  • Public transit
    Historic St Charles Avenue Street Car - St Charles and GirodRTA - Poydras and St Charles
  • Entertainment
    We offer entertainment before and after New Orleans Saints home games and special events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

  • Happy Hour on the Avenue at Desi Vega's Steakhouse

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Happy Hour on the Avenue is our "Prime Time" in The Lounge at Desi Vega's Steakhouse. Visit us for our rotating specialty cocktails and chef's featured small plates Tuesday thru Friday from 4pm-6pm! Every day also features $8 Tito's Vodka and Maker's Mark Bourbon. With a Wine Spectator Award winning list three years in a row, our featured wine selection at $8 a glass is a wine lover's dream. Ask to speak to our Wine Director, on any given night there may be an "off the list wine" available at a special price! Our Happy Hour menu showcases steakhouse classics and items unique to us only including Desi's Prime Meatballs, Steak and Shrimp Oscar, Classic Steakhouse Burger, Oysters and more! Visit us for a unique experience "Only On The Avenue" at Desi Vega's Steakhouse

    Happy Hour on the Avenue at Desi Vega's Steakhouse Photo

What 2,744 people are saying

Desi Vega's Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Steakhouse

  • New Orleans

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Desi Vega's Steakhouse delivers a "top-notch experience" with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "best steak in New Orleans" and a delightful atmosphere. The waitstaff is praised for their attentiveness, and standout dishes include the "Who Dat Shrimp." A memorable dining choice for locals and visitors alike.

2,744 Reviews
  1. Lyshonda VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy last night, but everyone was great! Manager very kind and professional

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  2. Michael

    Phoenix6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant. Food was as expected. Service was good but thought the manager was having bad day - didn’t seem friendly. Servers seemed overwhelmed.
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 25, 2025
    Hi Michael, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Desi Vega's Steakhouse. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're sorry if you felt our manager seemed less than friendly. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we'll certainly take your feedback into account. We hope to see you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Malika VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was visiting from DC for my birthday and I had the most amazing dining experience ever at Desii Vega for lunch, from the moment that we walked into this establishment, we were greeted by name and had the BEST service ever. I throughly enjoyed the hospitality, food, (must try the Who Dat Shrimp), and the wait staff. I will most definitely return here again when I come back to New Orleans.
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 25, 2025
    Hello Malika, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing birthday experience at Desi Vega's Steakhouse. It's wonderful to know that our team's service left a lasting impression and that you enjoyed our food, including the Who Dat Shrimp. We're looking forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in New Orleans. Thanks again for choosing us for your birthday celebration! Best, The Management Team

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  4. Travis

    Shreveport1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is amazing, service is professional and outstanding! Top notch experience
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 15, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Travis! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service to be outstanding. It's always our goal to provide a top-notch experience for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon at Desi Vega's Steakhouse. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  5. Jan

    New Orleans11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent as usual. There was a very loud crowd in the restaurant where I think the sliding door could have been closed.
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 15, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Jan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our service at Desi Vega's Steakhouse. We apologize if the noise level was high during your visit - we'll certainly look into this matter. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Victor

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing service was great I loved every bit of it
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 15, 2025
    Hey Victor, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. It's always our goal to provide an amazing dining experience for our guests. We're glad to know that our efforts to provide value to our customers are being recognized. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Bianca

    New Orleans1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The only thing enjoyable about the experience was looking at Tre. He’s a very cute waiter. I’ve been here before, and have had issues with the steak. But this time my steak tasted like it was still frozen when they started cooking it. The ribeye was so tough that I just ate a small portion and took it as a sign that I shouldn’t be eating beef anyways. The stuffed shrimp appetizer was burnt, and everyone except Tre was either rude (Darryl) hard of hearing (the other waiter - don’t remember his name) or the new to restaurant like the female who spilt the bottle of water while pouring it . I would have normally sent the steak back but I knew I was wrong for even giving them another shot.
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 7, 2025
    Hey Bianca, Thanks for your feedback. We're really sorry to hear about your experience with your steak and shrimp appetizer. We take pride in our steaks and it's disappointing to hear that they didn't meet your expectations this time. We also apologize for the service you received, it's not typical of our staff. We appreciate your honesty and will definitely use your feedback to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to make things right. Best, Desi Vega's Steakhouse Management Team

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  8. Kari

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for a late lunch and asked for the lamb even though it wasn’t on their menu for lunch and they accommodated us ! They are the best lamb in New Orleans ! Unbelievable! The red velvet chocolate brownie with ice cream was everything as well! Great service ! This is one of my favorite places !
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 7, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Kari! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your late lunch with us and found our service to be top-notch. It's fantastic to know that our lamb and red velvet brownie hit the mark for you! We're so glad we could accommodate your request. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for more of your favorite dishes! Desi Vega's Steakhouse, The Management Team

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  9. Natasha

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mr Terrence was our server and he was awesome. Hope to get him next time he really made our experience perfect. We love love this location. Customer service from the entrance was a plus for me.The Rare Plus Steak was a super hit with my hubby he ate the entire steak. Tell Terrence thanks for that tip. The cooks stood on business with all our foods and the bartender as well. We will be back. The Jones
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 4, 2025
    Thank you for leaving an amazing review! We are excited to hear about your positive experience and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Jason

    Atlanta17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible steakhouse in the Big Easy! Service was impeccable, drinks unique and refreshing…and the steaks…WOW!
    Desi Vega's SteakhouseResponded on April 4, 2025
    Thank you for leaving an amazing review! We are excited to hear about your positive experience and look forward to serving you again soon!

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FAQs

Desi Vega's Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 523-7600.

Desi Vega's Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 2744 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Desi Vega's Steakhouse

628 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    S. Maestri and Girod
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is a $20 fee for valet parking.
  • Public transit
    Historic St Charles Avenue Street Car - St Charles and GirodRTA - Poydras and St Charles
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Muggsy Beals
  • Entertainment
    We offer entertainment before and after New Orleans Saints home games and special events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Contact your personal Event Coordinator to see all options available! We have several in house menus to provide you and your guests, but we can also customize a menu based on your requests. From floor plans to menus, lighting accent colors and custom cocktails, your event will be personalized and executed at a high standard.
  • Private party facilities
    In our Main Dining Room you will overlook the historic St. Charles Avenue Streetcar line, the three-story Tuckahoe marble pillars of Gallier Hall and majestic oaks in Lafayette Square. The Prime Room offers the perfect ambiance for a smaller, intimate reception, business event or rehearsal dinner.
  • Private party contact
    Michele Capo: (504) 523-7600
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