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La Petite Grocery

4.8
4.8
5135 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
Come dine in this beautifully restored Uptown restaurant on Magazine Street and enjoy James Beard Award Winning Chef Justin Devillier's contemporary Louisiana Cuisine.

The La Petite Grocery name pays homage to the history of its home, a building that’s stood for more than a century. The original structure was built in the late 1800s and called the Central Tea, Coffee and Butter Depot. In 1908, a fire devastated the space and it was transformed into a full service grocery store. Later it was most notably a fine foods and butcher shop, VonderHaar’s Fine Foods until 1982. When La Petite Grocery opened in March of 2004, they similarly aspired to provide the neighborhood with exotic teas, locally roasted coffee, and fresh produce. By doing this, we hope to provide a dining experience that evokes nostalgia of old New Orleans. Reservations are preferred.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 70 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    French, Creole / Cajun / Southern

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Phone number

    (504) 891-3377

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Joseph Tiedmann

  • Catering

    The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home.<br /><br />Please call the restaurant for more information or email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com.

  • Private party facilities

    LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.

  • Private party contact

    Mia Freiberger-Devillier: (504) 891-3377

  • Neighborhood

    Garden District

  • Cross street

    General Pershing

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.<br /><br />There are also Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.<br /><br />

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Innovative

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

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    Innovative

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in New Orleans. Best meal of possibly my life? We here in 2019, and have been dreaming about the crab beignets and alligator bolognese ever since. Got reservations this year 2023, and we all were just blown away. The highest quality service, drinks, food and atmosphere. In a beautiful part of town. I can’t recommend it enough!
  2. Beth

    Los Angeles

    54 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great food and service, we really enjoyed it. Next time we will try dinner
  3. Danielle

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service, ambiance, cocktails, sommelier recommendations... all excellent. Will definitely return.
  4. RickC

    New Orleans

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great. We were treated wonderfully. Thanks
  5. ThomasF

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was delicious but kitchen needs to work on its timing as our entrees came out while we were still eating our appetizers and had to return to the kitchen. Some of the entrees were cold when they were reserved.
  6. HunterE

    Salt Lake City

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic and fun meal! Great servers and robust cocktail menu. Appetizers were delicious and the duck special was tasty. The desserts stole the show as we shared 5 of them among 6 of us she debated which was best - try as ndjyvv be as you can !
  7. Faith

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful setting and calming ambiance. Excellent, perfectly prepared food and drink!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience5
    ur experience over all was just okay. I was a little disappointed in our server who didn’t let us know about any of the specials they had (or any recommendations whatsoever) which I’m glad I asked because the crawfish fritters where the absolute best part of our meal, like but those babies on the menu all the time. He definitely seemed like he did not want to be there. My husbands old fashion was -alright-, but I’m a stickler on my cocktails, especially whiskey and bourbon , and I do not believe an entire orange wedge belongs in a traditional old fashion, it was also super heavy on the bitters which over took the drink. It also watered down quickly with ice it was served with instead of a cube or sphere. I ordered the short ribs and the gremolata was the star of the dish and the short ribs where very tender but everything else on the plate was bland. My husband ordered the rabbit, which was better than the short ribs but the rabbit itself was also very under seasoned. Instead of asking us if we’d like dessert, our server just placed the menu on the table and walked off. For a place that is so highly recommended in New Orleans and a I expected better flavor, better service and a better experience.
  9. alan

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good and service is fabulous. A little noisy but would go back again because the food and service is first class
  10. KristinB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Our appetizers, sides , and desert were fantastic!! We split the duck special for our entree and unfortunately both the duck and beans were so undercooked it was almost inedible:(. Our server was fantastic.
  11. NicolaT

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was beyond our expectations! Eclectic area, I thoroughly recommend.
  12. Traney

    Tallahassee

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, fun and helpful waiter, lovely setting. Would definitely go again.
  13. Todd

    New York Area

    121 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    121 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Great food, but not really a special occasion place. The room is beautiful. We had the blue crab beignets and the pork belly appetizers - both terrific. The entrees - seafood stew and the rabbit- were both outstanding. We had the strawberry shortcake for dessert - just average. Strangely, our waitress was efficient but cold and unfriendly. Also, we were there for an anniversary. The restaurant was notified in advance, and we had a whole pleasant conversation with the hostess about it. After that - nothing. Our waitress literally never even mentioned it - not a single “happy anniversary”, much less a candle or anything with the dessert. I’m not asking for any freebies, but they certainly didn’t do anything to make the meal special.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just a lovely evening.
  15. SaskiaK

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best shrimp and grits ever! Don’t skip the butterscotch pudding!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service. Feels like home, but with a sensational and creative cook. Nothing but fresh and delicious ingredients and melding flavors that make you know it’s a special meal made with love.
  17. Tuskaloosafoodie

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always one of our favorites, the service was impeccable, the food was amazing! We will return, I highly recommend the “pop tart “ appetizer. The Blue crab beignets are a must!
  18. Sheart

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    I ordinarily NEVER write a negative review; writing this one because I sincerely hope it might be helpful to the restaurant. Sure had high hopes for an inspiring, special, elevated and memorable experience. Instead we had a hostile server and felt rushed and condescended to. Our reservation was for 9:45 pm. We would have much rathered 8pm but when I called the restaurant said it was full to the brim. 90 minutes before the reservation time I got an Open Table message that our table was ready early. We weren’t able to get immediately there but did arrive about 20 minutes before the original reservation time. The restaurant was maybe at 20% capacity. The server acted as though we were QUITE an imposition the entire visit. Truly ruined the meal. The food was good but overall not exceptional, but the crabmeat beignets were delicious. I cannot recall a restaurant visit where the service was this negatively impactful on the meal as a whole. This was my birthday dinner. I wish we had gone to Mandina’s.
  19. JenniferG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful dining experience! The food, the staff and the space were exceptional. All 6 of us were really pleased.
  20. MelissaG

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food and great service!
  21. Seafooder

    Washington DC

    70 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    It was SO horribly noisy that we had only one course then left.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Fine Food not as good as expected Service great
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    La Petite Grocery provided an amazing dining experience for our last night of vacation in New Orleans. The food was exceptional and the staff and bartenders were quick and attentive.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything that came out of the kitchen. I've never had a mediocre dish here.
  25. Rich

    Houston

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily the best meal of our trip to NOLA. Dinner with family and everyone enjoyed - especially the small plates - tartare, crab beignets, pork belly.
  26. SunnyD

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    Our dinner at La Petit was a mixture of highs and lows. Generally, our appetizers were excellent especially the blue crab beignets. However their entrees were disappointing. Their rabbit was tough and their $39 shellfish stew came lukewarm with very little seafood. After the meal, we commented on all our food (the good and the not so good) and the waitress instantly became rude. Astonishing for a high end restaurant! We would not recommended La Petit Grocery.
  27. NyNyer

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience5
    I ate the pork last night and was VERY sick after I left the restaurant. Not
  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We just popped in for the famous crab beignets and cocktails, which were both fabulous. Great service - we sat outside on the street and it was everything we hoped for.
  29. RaymondD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service the way it should be, if you can, you should.
  30. gary

    Atlanta Metro

    241 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    241 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for brunch. Service and food are always great.
  31. Debbie

    Minneapolis

    208 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    208 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had read so many great reviews for this restaurant and it lived up to the reputation. I enjoyed a quiet late lunch of crab beignets and a delicious pasta dish with crawfish. Service was top notch, friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend!
  32. emilys

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall excellence. Do not pass an opportunity to eat at LPG. Can close your eyes, point to anything on the menu, and will be incredibly impressed with the food and the experience.
  33. JasonS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So good. We've been talking about this meal to everyone.
  34. JulieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and amazing service. The ricotta dumplings are phenomenal.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service!
  36. b4food

    San Antonio

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Diners take note!! We called about 7 days wanting a reservation. We were told there were no indoor tables available. So we accepted an “out side table” reservation. We were seated outside the front window of the restaurant abutting a busy noisy street with traffic - it was chilly and there were no heaters. There were a few empty tables inside but we were told they were reserved. Suggest you go elsewhere for dinner if you are offered this seating - not worth it even if the food is great. We requested to be reseated if a table became available and this did occur before our main course was served. But would have preferred to go elsewhere for dinner if we had realized this is how the evening would evolve.
  37. John

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fabulous dining experience. Something we have come to expect at this fine establishment!
  38. IanM

    New Mexico

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was accommodating and pleasant, the food and drinks were excellent.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fantastic experience for my wife and I, as we celebrated becoming parents next month. We enjoyed one of the most memorable and divine dinners we’ve had in some time. The food was superb, and wait staff was terrific. Our waiter Jacob engaged with us, and aside from sharing some laughs, encouraged us to visit other areas of New Orleans for live music. We cannot say enough of LPG, and as my wife keeps saying, “We will be back!”
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hannah was fantastic!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from La Petite Grocery using the Order Online button. La Petite Grocery also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-3377.

La Petite Grocery is rated 4.8 stars by 5135 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 70 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for La Petite Grocery

4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    General Pershing

  • Neighborhood

    Garden District

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Cuisines

    French, Creole / Cajun / Southern

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.There are also Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Joseph Tiedmann

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (504) 891-3377

  • Catering

    The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home.<br /><br />Please call the restaurant for more information or email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com.

  • Private party facilities

    LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.

  • Private party contact

    Mia Freiberger-Devillier: (504) 891-3377

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