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   Penguin

   New Orleans

   15 reviews

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   3.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on January 28, 2023

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   Was our favorite restaurant in the area but quality seems to be suffering as is their business. Smoked salmon is our go to appetizer but the flavor and texture is not what it has been. And the bun for the burger was hard to the touch and dry. And an abundance of parking at 7:00 on Friday night was never the case since they opened. Quite disappointing this visit.

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   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on January 14, 2023

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   I was totally disappointed. We had gone several times before and liked everything, specially the food. We were in shock when we saw the menu! What happened. There are no entrees, tacos and burgers, no specials. What happened to the Santos we know and loved?????

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   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 14, 2023

   overall2food3service5ambience2

   We missed that the restaurant format had changed. No longer the fine cuisine. It's a pup food menu prepared very well. Would've been better if that's what we were expecting.

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   VickiP

   New Orleans

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on December 16, 2022

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   I have always enjoyed Santos in the past. Last night they seemed to be lacking quality control. Foods were not properly prepared, burned and no buns for the burgers. There appeared to be one waitress who was also acting as hostess. I hope it was just a bad night and not a glimpse into its future.

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   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 11, 2022

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   Having been in the restaurant business all my life, I tend micro analyze my dining experiences. Santos is my new favorite restaurant and was the best I’ve tried in a long time. Starting with ample parking, a clean and well maintained landscape, I entered to a smiling and friendly reception from the hostess. Our table was ready and we were greeted shortly after sitting. The ambiance was warm with background music audible but not overly loud. Our server was also friendly and smiling and I think she said Chelsea, but I’m not sure if my memory got that right. She was able to answer all my food questions, was very attentive but not obtrusive. Her timing of our courses(3) was seamless. We never felt rushed nor neglected. The food was impressive and delicious. All flavors were well balanced and no one ingredient over powering another. Each dish had layers of flavor from start to the finish. Perfection! Started with deviled eggs with crab! Yum! Middle course was a kale and quinoa salad also delicious. Best kale I’ve had in a while. Main course, I had grilled Mahi Mahi, with black beans and yellow rice. This dish really exemplified the Latin flair and was the perfect combination. My friend had crab cakes over pasta and was equally impressive. Portions were generous and I felt that overall, was a good value for the money. I could tell the food was made fresh with quality ingredients. I don’t write reviews very often but felt compelled to give this place a shout out. Kudos! My only regret was because of the foggy weather, I didn’t try any of the specialty cocktails from the bar. A few sounded really good though and I look forward to my next visit.

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   DavidE

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 10, 2022

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   My wife and I visited Santos on Friday evening. They were not particularly busy, especially for a Friday. The food was amazing, the service was lackluster, but the noise level was horrible. The dining room has all hard surfaces, which do nothing to mitigate noise. They had music blaring, and people trying to talk above that. My Apple Watch read constant levels above 90db, with spikes well above the 100 range, without anyone dropping a tray of dishes. This could be a really nice restaurant if they only turned down the volume.

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2022

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   My mother, sister, and I had a great experience. Everything was great! I was so hungry that I forgot to take a photo of my entree. I had the ribeye, and it was delicious.

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   JulesK

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 3, 2022

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   We're never disappointed at Santos. The food is always excellent and the service is superb.

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   Nanajan

   New Orleans

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 2, 2022

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   Excellent! The food was phenomenal and our server was on top of things and very helpful, yet unobtrusive. We brought another couple with us who had never been there and they were tremendously impressed.

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    KimH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

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    This is a gem of a restaurant. The ambiance is very nice and the service is great. I’ve never had such unique food. It is hard to describe, but everything I’ve had has been delicious.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

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    Great local place for date night or even a special occasion. I have been wanting to try their dinner selections and it did not disappoint! Top 5 of my picks for dinner now!

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    amaiza

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

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    The food is good but the appetizer and the mains dish tested the same. The place is really nice !

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    JawnH

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

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    Started off with deviled eggs, then each had an entree. She had Latin-OODLES, I had fish tacos, both were tantalizingly tasty. We both had margaritas, very nice. Croissant & Cornbread Bread Pudding with Dulce de Leche Whiskey Sauce finished our meal. Will be back for round 2 soon.

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    MaryB

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2022

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    I have eaten at Santos many times, and the food is always excellent!! I love the mix of the Cajun and Latin flavors, can’t wait to return!!

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    Ongelle

    New Orleans

    19 reviews

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    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2022

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    A Santos dining experience is a must! Chef Natasha outdoes herself with every visit. Tonight, we had the Heavenly Seafood Platter. Everything was fried perfectly and so light and crispy. The cornbread that comes with it is a bite of heaven for sure. For dessert, don't pass up the milk and cookies. The chewiest, most chocolatey cookies you will ever eat. Then you dip them in the warm "milk" and it's a party in your mouth. Our server was so sweet and professional. We love dining at Santos!

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    PatrickT

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

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    Everything was good! Service was kind of slow. But overall good. The restaurant and cocktails are pricey.

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    BeverlyS

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

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    We drove from Baton Rouge to Luling to visit this restaurant. It was worth the drive. The food was amazing, the staff was friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere was elegant but comfortable.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2022

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    We were the first customers in and had a reservation but for some reason they sat us right in the first table in the door. If my wife and I were not so easygoing we should have asked to move. Terrible table. Other than that this was our third time to eat there and the food always surprises us.

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    TMajoia

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

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    Enjoyed everything about our meal

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    Bhen

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

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    The cocktails and food were unique and exceptionally tasty. Travelled 33 miles to dine there after hearing about its history. The experience was worth it.

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    MariG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2022

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    It’s really a nice place and atmosphere with great service and the food was superb! Wish there was a location in Metairie or Kenner.

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    JimB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2022

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    Very good, the Pain de Maix was a little too sweet for an appetizer, it would be much better adding some jalapeno heat into the batter along with the honey. Lomo Saltado was excellent, the Strip Steak very good, and the shrimp special a hit at the table!

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    WandaE

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2022

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    Destani was wonderful as usual.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

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    Absolutely delicious. Woke up the next morning thinking about it and wanting more!

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    Jane

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

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    Everything was delicious!

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    Bass

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2022

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    Outstanding. Highly recommend. Quick service. By energetic they mean loud. It was difficult at times to hear each other talking at our table.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2022

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    The overall experience was so nice. So pleased to have this establishment in St Charles Parish.

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    ThomasC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2022

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    We enjoy Santos Restaurant as we come for dinner dates several times a month. The service is always top notch and the entrees are so devious.

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    FernandoC

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2022

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    It's a beautiful thing to have to such a great restaurant with great food in our own backyard, and to those that live nearby, it's worth the short drive from anywhere. I would stack up this restaurant with any of the great ones in the jefferson and Orleans Parish areas, only thing I would advise is, come hungry and thirsty!!

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    LloydL

    New Orleans

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience3

    When we arrived at the restaurant we were seated next to a group of loud people. This was not good. We asked to move and we did. The noise level was so loud you couldn’t hear yourself think. Food average not great. Very spicy. Would not go back.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was tasty and staff was attentive.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food, beer and atmosphere were all phenomenal! 10/10 would reccomend trying this place out!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

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    I eat here often, the food is always great! The service is always with a smile,and the staff are friendly and well trained and it shows. The drinks are delicious and perfectly prepared. If you haven’t been to Santos it’s a must do. Best thing to happen to St Charles Parish in a long time.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

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    The menu has been updated since we were in, and it was a great change. The crab cakes were excellent.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Good food and atmosphere. We enjoyed it!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fabulous food for steak night. Great bottle of wine and perfect chocolate martini. Service was excellent

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always at Santos, our meal and service was outstanding!We all loved the smoked salmon appetizer and my crab cake dinner selection was superb. I highly recommend this establishment.

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    CajunConsumer

    New Orleans

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2022

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    Food was very good with creative recipes. Service was slow; server was very young and inexperienced and rarely checked to see if we needed anything (had to flag her down twice). Noise level was very high - could barely hear our server or each other.

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    KeithA

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

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    Made reservations before hand and when we arrived our table was ready with no waiting. Their specialty drink list is incredibly good. There were 6 of us and everyone ordered a different drink and were very pleased with our choices. They menu is another story. So many incredible dishes we didn’t know what to choose. With help from our incredible waitress we made our choice’s and were more than happy. We will definitely be going back. Incredible food and staff.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Birthday dinner for my BFF. Excellent service, food and drinks. Will be back

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