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Petit Lion - Permanently Closed

4.2

68 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

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Helmed by Chef Phillip Lopez, a New Orleans native and Executive Chef, Petit Lion will offer casual bistro fare in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. As a true neighborhood dining destination, guests can enjoy the restaurant’s approachable breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
BREAKFAST: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 11:00am, Saturday - Sunday: 7:00am - 10:00am; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:00pm; LUNCH: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Nibbles: Monday- Sunday: 2:00pm - 5:00pm; DINNER: Sunday- Wednesday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Thursday- Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm;
Phone number
(504) 518-5500
Website
http://www.petitlionnola.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ben McCauley
Private party facilities
Please call us at (504) 577-2708 to book your event.

Location
1111 Gravier Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
Neighborhood
Central Business District
Cross street
Gravier & S. Rampart
Parking details
0-3 hours - $15
Public transit
Canal Streetcar (47 Cemeteries, 48 City Park & 49 Loyola Uptown to Canal & Rampart)<br />RTA Bus (91, 101, 102, 106, 114 & 115 to Rampart & Gravier)
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 68 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

68 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2017
overall1food5service1ambience5
We were the only table in the restaurant and could not get service. 12 of us drinking either bottles of wine or straight liquor and waited 20 minutes for each round. Every time the bottle came out no glasses were delivered. When trying to pay the bill the waitress was mia for ten minutes. Brought cards to the bar and they just told us to wait. Food was immaculate which was a plus. There is a complete disconnect between back of house and all (the only) front of house staff.
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mwiggins
New Orleans
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
My family and I ate at Petit Lion before going to the Orpheum Theater for a concert. The menu is simple but the food was well prepared. I enjoyed the roasted chicken with the greens and grits.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2017
overall3food3service2ambience3
Came here before a U2 concert at the dome, very convenient location. My meal was not that great but the everyone else liked there's. The staff seemed over not prepared or staffed for the demand that night but nothing terrible just a little slow. Not t sure about couch seating as part of the table.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience at petit lions great atmosphere and great food as well
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
I've eaten here several times, and have always had great service and exceptional food and drinks. I usually sit at the bar, where the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. As a seasoned veteran of the food and beverage industry, I can recognize good value when I see it - and Petit Lion offers truly great value, with high-quality, beautifully executed dishes at very reasonable prices. Shout out to Kyle, our lovely bartender for the evening, and the amazing kitchen staff members who took the time to speak to me about my dietary needs and even held onto their last order of sweetbreads for me as I waited for my friend to arrive! (Those sweetbreads were heavenly, by the way.) Thanks, y'all. I'll be seeing you soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2017
overall3food3service5ambience4
Although it was suggested that a reservation was needed, there was only one table in use, so I would not have had to make my way there at a specific time. The food was rather on the expensive side and the portions were very small. It was not very tasty. But the waitress took very good care of me.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2017
overall2food1service4ambience3
Food was disappointing Service was very good and drinks was excellent Little noisy for a date as it is inside the hotel lobby
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GregR
New Orleans
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was wonderful and the service was great. We definitely look forward to going back
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and outstanding service in a modern, upscale casual setting
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Nena
Los Angeles
117 reviews
vip
3.0
117 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience4
we loved the look of the place and the friendly staff, but found food to salty!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience2
It's very small, almost like a hotel coffee shop. There's only a dozen items on the menu, nothing drool worthy. The staff was lovely tjoug
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience2
Great food and service! Lower the lighting a tad in the evenings.
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Brooklyn18
New Orleans
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2017
overall3food3service5ambience1
The place was ok. I had high hopes because of the chef.... The steak with pepper sauce was a perfect medium rare and very tender but the pepper sauce wasn't my favorite, maybe because I had just eaten one of my friends mussels which were made with coconut milk and curry. The mussels were not for me. I usually love mussels but these had too much curry! The wine was delicious and the service was sweet and very attentive. But there were only 3 other tables on a Friday night. The hotel has a beautiful roof top that isn't affiliated with the restaurant. Overall, I can't imagine going back any time soon.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience4
Only complaint was that I informed them in my reservation that it was my fiancé birthday, which the maitre d confirmed upon arrival. Nothing was done
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Terri
New Orleans
54 reviews
vip
2.0
54 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2017
overall2food2service3ambience1
I had high expectations since I heard this was a Phillip Lopez restaurant. For a Sat. night the restaurant was almost empty. The menu was very limited and the decor was too casual. I felt like we were in a lower end hotel chain restaurant. Very disappointing.
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FoodApprecianado
San Francisco
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Petit Lion is a wonderful blend of modern and traditional sensibilities tucked in the heart of the CBD. Chef Lopez' menu is grounded in classic French concepts, while showcasing the flavors and ingredients native to New Orleans cuisine. I loved everything we tried and cannot wait to return.
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RyanG
New Orleans
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was fine but the price point did not match the quality. I thought this would be a lively/happening place on a Saturday night but was completely shocked as it was empty at 7:30pm and we were the only people there... Overall, the service was great but not 5*, they were very accommodating and welcoming. Food choices were few but what we did order came out on time and as ordered as one should expect. From my local's perspective, they may want to rethink the menu and cost. Everything was $3-$5 more than what it should have been besides the drinks. Unless they change something, I'm probably not coming back, it's not worth the extra money and there are plenty more options in this city.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing, will visit often.
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Jmfh
New Orleans
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
Philip Lopez never disappoints. The foie gras app, the always amazing caviar topped deviled eggs, and the sound vide steak!! I mean, the steak was maybe the best ever! Outstanding! And you can't go wrong with a root beer float. Thanks y'all. We'll be back soon!!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2017
overall1food1service2ambience3
We are locals and were excited to try a new brunch spot, but we were greatly disappointed. Out of Bloody Mary mix, didn't know how to make a Paloma, out of omelets, out of crabmeat - which was half the small menu. Out of bagels. We ordered crabmeat deviled eggs...no one told us they were out of crabmeat. Eggs came back runny, undercooked, and sour. Croque monsieur had soggy, stale bread, runny sauce, and curdled cheese. It was terrible, the only place that we have ever walked out on. The only saving grace was the lovely and very patient waitress.
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Irene
Las Vegas
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was fantastic. There were five of us and everyone loved their meal. My daughter is a vegetarian and they made something special for her. The restaurant looks great too.
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KBHR
New Orleans
59 reviews
vip
2.0
59 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2017
overall2food2service2ambience2
We are locals, headed for a night at the symphony & this was a nearby choice. Maybe our most unremarkable dining experience in New Orleans. This looks and feels like a hotel restaurant. Service staff ill-dressed, too casual & very slow to appear at our table. A competent woman saved the day by recognizing this & comping our cocktail order, so kudos to her. She helped expedite the order after that. Food was acceptable for anywhere but NOLA.
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Scooter1056
New Orleans
141 reviews
vip
3.0
141 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2017
overall3food4service2ambience4
Went to Petit Lion for dinner on a Wednesday night. The place is very nicely decorated -- sofas, big pillows on the banquette. The menu is small. We started with specialty cocktails which were well crafted. We then had the pickled shrimp and the smoked trout rilette. The shrimp were large and fresh, but could have used more flavor -- more acid, more heat, more seasoning. Also, they were head on, which was rather messy. The trout rillette was a smoked trout spread with a sweet tomato relish on top. The rilette was very good, but I would have preferred not to have the sweet element. I had the redfish as my entree and my dinner companion had the steak au poivre. Both were excellent. The steak au poivre was made with hangar steak. We were skeptical, but it was tender and flavorful. Service was another story. The waitress didn't seem to know much about the food and couldn't pronounce the names of the dishes. The staff were dressed like they were going to hang out at the Fly. The restaurant is very nice and the staff should be dressed accordingly. Some dishes had sauces made with cognac or Calvados and after dinner we asked to see an after dinner drink menu. They don't have one, but the waitress didn't know that. She asked the bartender and came back and said they could make us an Irish coffee, which is not what we had in mind. My companion went to talk directly to the bartender. They do have Calvados, armagnac and brandy, but he had no idea how much it cost. Also, the kind of music they were playing didn't seem to fit the theme of the restaurant and it was too loud. It's supposed to be a French restaurant. The music should evoke the place. At 9:00, live music started in the upstairs bar and you could hear it in the restaurant. It was also too loud and not at all evocative of France, but the band was so good that we went up after to listen and were glad we did. The rooftop is great, too. Bottom line - very good food, service needs polishing.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Petit Lion was a great experience. From our great server, through a great pickled shrimp stater to the mussels cooked in a light curry entree, topped off by great cocktails, this was well worth the 15 minute walk from our hotel in the French Quarter. I can't recommend Petit Lion highly enough.
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TNOLA
New Orleans
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great for an early morning business meeting. Great service and good coffee!
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Stephanie
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience3
I love this place. The menu is small, but all the food is fantastic and different without being weird. The wait staff wants you to have a good time. Gene's exuberance is charming. Hannah is warm and knows her stuff. Try the cocktails.
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OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2017
overall3food2service2ambience5
So disappointed with the food as it was recommended to me so highly, just average not exactly worth the money
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504sherri
New Orleans
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was really wonderful. The cocktail were inspired. I will be back asap. 😘
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KittyCat
New Orleans
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2017
overall3food4service2ambience4
This is my first "meh" review. My fourth time here, and based on this reservation, I wouldn't recommend it. The service was not nearly as attentive as it should have been, and more than one request was forgotten. The food was good, when they finally brought it. We had to ask for things two or three times; we asked for our leftovers to be wrapped up, and only half of them were (which I only found out the next day). So, meh.
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Michael
New York Area
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a quaint neighborhood gem with a calming elegant décor. The menu is short but everything on it is amazingly good. We went for lunch and everyone came away satisfied.
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BrandiB
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came for the prefixed Valentine's Day dinner, but wanted to order a la carte. The menu was phenomenal, the service was a+++, and the food was delicious. Definitely coming back for the a la carte experience.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
We went for Valentines Day dinner. There was a set price menu with a few options for the four courses. The food was beautifully presented, tasty and imaginive. The service was excellent.
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gdfeats
New Orleans
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2017
overall2food2service4ambience4
Valentines Day
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StephanieB
New Orleans
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was absolutely amazed at the food and service at this fairly new restaurant. We will definitely be back. Great Happy Hour menu!!
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Peggy
New Orleans
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Despite a fire alarm (which turned out to be s false alarm) that had us evacuate the building for 20-30 minutes, it was a delightful evening. The management rewarded us all will champagne when we were able to return to our table. Our waiter David was quite accommodating. The food was outstanding. I highly recommend the foie Gras appetizer. The steak au poivre and the sea bass were excellent as well. Kudos to Chef Ben and the kitchen staff. We look forward to returning soon.
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Mimi
New Orleans
25 reviews
vip
2.0
25 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2017
overall2food2service3ambience2
Very disappointed.. ordered the moules frites. Frites came out cold, sent them back. Only 1/2 of the moules were open and edible. Was told the chef could redstream them and we could take them with us . We were on the way to a concert, and that certainly wasn't an option. Would have appreciated a sincere apology and reduction in price, since could only eat 1/2 of my meal and were on a tight time frame, which was stated at beginning of the meal.
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LuvNewOrleans
New Orleans
75 reviews
vip
3.0
75 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2017
overall3food4service3ambience2
We chose to eat at Petit Lion because of its proximity to the Smoothie King Center. The menu choices were very limited. We both had a salad and the hamburger, and they were both delicious. Once the server decided to pay attention to us, the service was quite good. The restaurant is very noisy.
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Moose
Chicago
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
A new restaurant with lots of potential. Very limited menu but the chicken salad was outstanding. Service was very attentive. Very few restaurants in the area so I hope it does well.
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Rich
London
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Everything was fine and we enjoyed the meal. The deviled eggs were great and the wine made the evening. Don't forget to go to the roof top bar for an after dinner drink.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Party of 4. Just order one of everything!
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Petit Lion - Permanently Closed is rated 4.2 stars by 68 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

1111 Gravier Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Additional information

Cross street
Gravier & S. Rampart
Neighborhood
Central Business District
Hours of operation
BREAKFAST: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 11:00am, Saturday - Sunday: 7:00am - 10:00am; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:00pm; LUNCH: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Nibbles: Monday- Sunday: 2:00pm - 5:00pm; DINNER: Sunday- Wednesday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Thursday- Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm;
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
0-3 hours - $15
Public transit
Canal Streetcar (47 Cemeteries, 48 City Park & 49 Loyola Uptown to Canal & Rampart)RTA Bus (91, 101, 102, 106, 114 & 115 to Rampart & Gravier)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben McCauley
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.petitlionnola.com/
Phone number
(504) 518-5500
Private party facilities
Please call us at (504) 577-2708 to book your event.

Petit Lion - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Menu

Appetizers

Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs$12.00

Pickled Shrimp$11.00

Scallop Crudo$12.00

Smoked Trout Rillette$9.00

Soup Du Jour$8.00

Salads

Petit Lion Salad$11.00

Salad Lyonnaise$12.00

Chicken Paillard Salad$15.00

Sides

Pomme Frites$5.00

Berbere Carrots$6.00

Carmelized Mushrooms$7.00

Entrees

Moules Frites$18.00

Petit Lion Burger$15.00

Croque Monsieur$13.00

Fried Chicken$22.00

What 68 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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