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Meril, New Orleans, LA

Meril

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4.6 (6708)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
424 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 526-3745
  • Website
    http://bemeril.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (504) 330-5111
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    424 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Cross street
    Between Magazine St and Tchoupitoulas St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Meril Drag Brunch

    $40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 14, 2025 only
    Drag Brunch is back at Meril—just in time for New Orleans Pride Week! Join legendary hosts Lexis Redd D’Ville & London Manchester and friends for a fabulous morning of food, fun, and fierce performances. Your ticket includes a 3-course brunch, with the option to add on bottomless mimosas or our signature Drag Brunch Punch. Come eat, drink, and dance with us—this one’s going to be a party! 🌈💃🍾
    Meril Drag Brunch Photo

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Menu

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What 6,708 people are saying

Meril reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Meril offers a delightful dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere and an intriguing menu perfect for sharing. Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive" service, with standout dishes like the pineapple upside down cornbread, sticky ribs, and deviled eggs. Despite occasional noise, the "amazing food" and "inviting ambiance" make it a must-visit.

6,708 Reviews

  1. Pritam

    Dallas1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Just overall unimpressed. Bartender was lack luster and food service took way too long.

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  2. Alison VIP

    Naples4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    BBQ shrimp and shrimp tacos were delectable. Our server recommended the pocket bread to sop up the BBQ, great call as otherwise I would have eaten it like a soup with a spoon, it’s that good.

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  3. Neal

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Beautiful space. Service was great. Cocktails were also really enjoyable. I'd go back in a heartbeat.

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  4. Michele

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent. Enjoyed several small plates - meatballs & the flat bread were a favorite.

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  5. Michael VIP

    New Orleans187 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The small plates are the best at Meril's. You can order a couple of them and they will satisfy your tastebuds. The Korean wings, Boudin Balls, and Ribs are my favorites. We had the Octopus special and it was underwhelming.

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  6. Marco VIP

    Nashville23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Everyone was very kind but the service sub par. We had to ask for drinks and food several times. They would say “sure I got you” but in then would forget. We will come back for a second try.

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  7. Jerri VIP

    Houston56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The servers were attentive and the beverages and food were excellent. We enjoy going to Meril when we visit New Orleans.

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  8. Ashley VIP

    Mississippi13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food-great variety-Bruce awesome waiter!

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  9. William VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quinten was our server and he was awesome. He knew the menu well, gave great service and recommendations.

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  10. Gilbert

    Miami2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Experience overall was very good. Greeted and started promptly. Waitress was attentive and both the softshell crab and trout almandine were a hit.. portions were small so don't come in here overly hungry or plan on ordering multiple courses.. we ended up ordering a double cheeseburger and fries to split after our entree and that did the trick.

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FAQs

Meril offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 526-3745.

Meril is rated 4.6 stars by 6708 OpenTable diners.

Meril does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. New Orleans / Louisiana
  4. New Orleans
  5. Warehouse District

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Meril

424 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Magazine St and Tchoupitoulas St
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://bemeril.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 526-3745
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (504) 330-5111

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