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Vessel NOLA, New Orleans, LA

Vessel NOLA

4.5 (2724)
$30 and under
Seafood
3835 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Vessel Specializes in Fresh Seafood and New American Cuisine! Renowned Chef Wille Cooper, who trained under Emeril Lagasse & Wolfgang Puck sources fresh local ingredients incorporating many of the traditions New Orleans is famous for. Dinner is served 7 days a week and brunch Sat-Sun! Happy Hour weekdays 4-6 pm (except holidays). Reservations are advised and we welcome walk-ins! Dine inside or outdoors on our gorgeous covered patio! ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST featured VESSEL as one of "8 of the Most Gorgeous Restaurants in Former Churches Worldwide". Paranormal activity lurks at VESSEL as featured on The Travel Channel's hit show "THE DEAD FILES" in the episode "Deadly Vessel" showcasing the spirits that haunt Vessel. Eat, Drink, Congregate! at Vessel at New Orleans' most exciting restaurant/bar, housed in a 1914 historic church in Mid-City, 10 minutes from the French Quarter just off the Canal Street Streetcar.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 603-2775
  • Website
    http://vesselnola.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Willie Cooper
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Vessel's grand iconic setting for your next celebration! We host seated events for up to 100 guests and receptions for up to 175. We create custom food and drink menus tailored to meet your specific event. We're also wonderful for non-private events for smaller groups (up to 36). Chose either our main room or our beautiful outdoor covered patio.
  • Location
    3835 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70119
  • Neighborhood
    Mid-City / City Park
  • Cross street
    Iberville Street and Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Private lot and ample street parking.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from the French Quarter and CBD and just 1 short block from the Scott St. stop just off the Canal Streetcar line.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,724 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vessel NOLA captivates with its unique setting in a beautifully restored church, offering a "stunning ambiance" and "outstanding service." Praised for its "amazing cocktails" and "delicious food," the restaurant provides a memorable dining experience. Though some note high prices and occasional service delays, the overall charm and quality shine through.
2,724 Reviews

  1. Kathleen

    Dallas - Fort Worth3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience!!! The Vessel accommodated our group at the last minute! Service was excellent and the food delicious!

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  2. Lainey

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with great food! They have a smaller selection of item but make up for it in the quality

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  3. Toni

    New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very beautiful restaurant and food was delicious. The only thing I was expecting was a little acknowledgement of my birthday. When making the reservation it asked me if this was a special occasion, I stated yes it was my BD. Maybe just a little cupcake or petite fore with a candle would have been nice, or a simple HB from the waitress.

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  4. Sandra

    New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, and delicious food, we really enjoyed the cheese tray and smoked fish appetizers!

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  5. gina

    New Orleans / Louisiana14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the first time my family and I dined here. We absolutely loved the brunch. Everyone had something different and every dish was really good. Atmosphere was great. Ambience was really cool. We will definitely be back. Service was impeccable!

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  6. Angelia

    Springfield / Branson4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were fabulous! It was the most I have ever paid for a meal. I think the prices were a bit high. I couldn't find a handicap entrance, we did finally find a ramp, but it was not marked as such, so I am not sure if it was for food delivery or guests.

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  7. Laura

    New Orleans / Louisiana47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The seared salmon with purred sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts was a meal I will never forget! Absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked to order, and the honey glaze was yummy and addictive. I will def return for another experience or even order delivery just to enjoy that meal again. Wonderful service, gorgeous interior.

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  8. Michael

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and setting were great, and in any other city but New Orleans, the food would have been top tier. Unfortunately, it just didn’t quite measure up to my expectations for a dining experience in NOLA. It was completely fine, but not much better than fine.

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  9. Lisa

    Shreveport6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're looking for a restaurant with a cool vibe, this is it! Ambiance for the win! The service was good. The food was solid. There were a couple of comments from our group that their food was a little more bland than they prefer. I had the salmon, and it was cooked well with great flavor. It was a little too rich served on top of sweet potatoes, though, so I didn't eat much of it.

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  10. Rachel VIP

    Kansas City / Kansas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was incredible! Such a great ambience and the service was impeccable, in addition to the food. We also learned to have the haunted story that is associated with it. My cold press martini was one of the best drinks I’ve had. Highly recommend!

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FAQs

Vessel NOLA does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Vessel NOLA also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 603-2775.

Vessel NOLA is rated 4.5 stars by 2724 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
11:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Vessel NOLA

3835 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Iberville Street and Scott Street
  • Neighborhood
    Mid-City / City Park
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot and ample street parking.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from the French Quarter and CBD and just 1 short block from the Scott St. stop just off the Canal Streetcar line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Willie Cooper
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://vesselnola.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 603-2775
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Vessel's grand iconic setting for your next celebration! We host seated events for up to 100 guests and receptions for up to 175. We create custom food and drink menus tailored to meet your specific event. We're also wonderful for non-private events for smaller groups (up to 36). Chose either our main room or our beautiful outdoor covered patio.
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