Ralph's on the Park

Name: Ralph's on the Park
Address: 900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA, United States, 70119
Telephone: (504) 488-1000
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

4031 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creole

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Voted a "Top 10" Restaurant by NOLA.com readers and offering the city's best view of the majestic oak trees of City Park, Ralph's on the Park dishes up award-winning contemporary Creole cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. Chef Knut Mjelde's fresh takes on New Orleans favorites showcase the finest seasonal Gulf seafood, premium meats, and locally sourced produce.

Ralph's on the Park's Friday Lunch is a freewheeling New Orleans tradition. Weekend Brunch is a festive occasion featuring inspired egg entrées paired with perennial favorites Turtle Soup and City Park Salad. Dinner draws locals longing to celebrate - something, anything! with good company, creative cooking, and well-crafted cocktails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Creole, Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(504) 488-1000
Website
http://www.ralphsonthepark.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Knut Mjelde
Catering
Full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme, and budget. Our passion for quality ingredients, innovative cuisine, and exceptional service sets us apart and ensures your event shines. We are dedicated to delivering a professional, seamless, delicious, and above all memorable event!
Private party facilities
Ralph's on the Park offers three upstairs private dining rooms for groups from 10 to 200 guests. Breathtaking balcony views of City Park from every room. Expert and seamless planning, seasonal menus, meticulous attention to detail. Celebrate the moments of your life at Ralph's on the Park!
Private party contact
Anita Montero: (504) 488-5100

Location
900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
Neighborhood
Mid-City / City Park
Cross street
Between North Alexander & North Hennessey
Parking details
Restaurant guests are invited to self-park in our private parking lot directly behind Ralph's on the Park at North Alexander and Dumaine Street. Additionally, there is street parking along City Park Avenue.
Public transit
Canal Street Streetcar - 5 blocks from restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

3 Course Brunch
$45.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for our 3 Course Brunch menu and indulge in some of our most popular offerings. Start with City Park Salad or our soup of the day. For your entree - Gulf Shrimp & Vegetable Quiche {Sauteed Garlic Shrimp atop Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom Quiche with Tomato Bourbon Jam} or Grilled Ribeye {12 oz Ribeye, Asparagus, Bacon Jam, Fried Eggs} . Conclude with Lemon Icebox Pie or Blackout Doberge Cake. Please note, our a la carte brunch menu is also available.
2 Course Lunch
$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Grab your favorite lunch date and enjoy our 2 Course $25 Lunch menu. FIRST COURSE (choice of) City Park Salad or Chef's Soup of the Day. SECOND COURSE (choice of) Ralph's Burger {8 oz Wagyu beef, American cheese, housemade mayo, yellow mustard, baby iceberg, tomato, housemade brioche bun, hand-cut French fries } or Fried Catfish and Shrimp Étouffée {Gulf shrimp, creole and cajun spices, brown roux, popcorn rice}. Make your reservation today! Please note, our a la carte lunch menu is also available.

Popular dishes

Shrimp Skully$15.00
tempura fried Gulf shrimp, smoked almonds, Skully's Crystal & pepper jelly reduction, soy-ginger cream
Truffle Fries$10.00
hand-cut, truffle mayo
Smoked Salmon Toast$12.00
housemade country bread, cucumbers, pickled red onion, whipped jalapeño cream cheese, dill
Fried Oysters$16.00
cornmeal fried oysters, housemade remoulade, green onion

Soups

Classic Turtle Soup$12.00
topped with sherry
Chef's Soup of the Day$11.00

Salads

City Park Salad$13.00
baby red oak, romaine, Granny smith apples, Stilton blue cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Grilled Romaine Salad$11.00
Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, parmesan
Berry Salad$11.00
baby spinach and mixed lettuce, mixed berries, goat cheese, toasted pecans, cane vinaigrette

Entrées

Pan-Fried Redfish$31.00
breaded with herbs and lemon, grilled zucchini and squash, lemon beurre blanc
Blue Cheeseburger$23.00
American Wagu Beef, housemade brioche bun, Stilton blue cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, mustard, crispy French fries
Spicy Chicken Sandwich$19.00
Fried breaded chicken breast marinated in hot sauce, Sriracha aioli, Gruyere cheese, Nuoc Cham slaw
Crab Ravigote Wedge$32.00
jumbo lump crab, classic ravigote sauce, shaved red onion, Stilton blue cheese, bacon, chives, baby iceberg
Beef Debris Tartine$22.00
braised beef tips in veal stock on Leidenheimer bread, Gruyere, salad of marinated tomatoes,shaved red onion, iceberg lettuce
Catfish & Shrimp Étouffée$24.00
Louisiana Gulf shrimp, Creole and Cajun spices, brown roux, popcorn rice

2 Course Lunch - $25

1st Course

choice of

City Park Salad
baby red oak, romaine, Granny smith apples, Stilton blue cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Chef's Soup of the Day

2nd Course

choice of:

BBQ Gulf Shrimp
NOLA BBQ sauce, shiitake mushrooms
Grilled Gulf Tuna
Gulf Tuna loin, grilled season's fresh vegetables, green tomato chow chow

Fresh Sodas

Strawberry Basil Fizz$7.00
strawberry purée, basil syrup, lemon juice, Sprite, soda
- with Tito's Vodka$13.00
Ralph's Nectar Cream Soda$7.00
New Orleans Nectar, Cream, Vanilla, Splash of Soda

What 4,031 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Orleans / Louisiana
Great for scenic views
New Orleans / Louisiana
Creole
New Orleans
Great for scenic views
New Orleans
Creole

4,031 Reviews

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roberti
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food5service4ambience3
Wonderful kitchen, lovely room. A reservation near 8 pm was marred by unbelievably high-decibel roar. Hard surfaces—floor, ceiling—amplify the people visiting, laughing, yelling into an unbearable level. Previous meals on other occasions at earlier hours were fine.
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DebG
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant. The food was excellent. We stopped at a reception before dinner, so we weren't very hungry. The 3 appetizers and a glass of wine provided the perfect "sampler" dinner. We highly recommend.
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DianaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service. We had a delightful experience.
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NolaTrish
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. The dining room is lovely and spacious, the menu is awesome, the service was professional and friendly. We love the location, too!
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KayW
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to unwind. Pleasant dining experience!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved our date night at Ralph’s! Our greeter immediately acknowledged our date night, we were given complementary wine, and the service from our waiter, Barry, was second to none. Arthur, who may be front of house manager, also came and spoke with us. We both got the 3 appetizers and wine combo and filled up QUICKLY! Barry boxed everything up for us personally. We agreed it would be a perfect place to bring our families when they visit as well.
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lovetoeat
New Orleans
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
this time the food didn't impress me much. However wine and service were great. Maybe it was just one of those nights.
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IikeToeEatOUTaLOT
New Orleans
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
I’m not understanding why they advertise one thing but give you something completely different. They haven’t sold the “old” crab and avocado toast in over a year yet that’s the one they advertise.
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RhondaS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience4
Overall experience was rated as a 3 because I did not like where I was seated. It was in a corner and not inviting.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
When we arrived, we were lucky enough to literally park right at the front door! Then as soon as we walked in our table was ready. The atmosphere was nice and our server was very friendly and helpful. The menu had a nice selection of appetizers and only about five entrees. Which is a sign that the dishes will be prepared properly! If there is too much going on on the menu, the kitchen will probably be the same! Of the three appetizers we ordered, the turtle soup was my favorite, but all were delicious! For entrees we had crab cakes, and the ribeye topped with crab meat. Both really were great! I was particularly impressed with the steak being cooked perfectly, considering it was only 12 oz. Our only complaint would have been the seating was very uncomfortable, and the table next to us having people standing next to our table talking for an uncomfortably long time! We will go back! But will request better seating.
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LynnM
New Orleans
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
7:00 reservation. With four people in our party, we tried most of the available appetizers from the three apps and a glass of wine special. All were very, very good. We waited quite a long time for our last round of apps to be served, which we didn't mind at all. But then we were rushed through choosing dessert at nearly 9:00 when our waitress was obviously ready to go home.
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Rachelle
New Orleans
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
2 for $25 lunch was well worth it. Grilled gulf tuna was cooked perfectly and accompanying sides were very tasty.
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SusanS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Beautiful venue steps away from City Park and its wonderful collection of Live Oak trees. I was able to enjoy the view while taking in a hearty lunch provided by attentive staff. After my meal, I strolled through the park. When I was unable to raise an uber or cab successfully from my phone, I returned to the restaurant and the hostess graciously took care of me be calling a cab and then providing me with an update when the cab was 3 minutes away. If you are visiting NOLA, highly recommend Ralph's on the Park!
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Notpickyl
New Orleans
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
The staff were excellent and that made the experience very enjoyable.
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GregLJohnson
New Orleans
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We chose Ralph's on the park for our 25th wedding anniversary--its predecessor restaurant, Tavern on the Park, was the site of our rehearsal dinner. The food, service, and atmosphere were all terrific. It was especially nice of them to print out a custom menu for us recognizing our special occasion.
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GCasey
New Orleans
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service at the table and then at the bar, perfect for Sunday brunch and Saints game
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MarkF
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
We were very excited to eat there a second time. It was disappointing though. My filet mignon was tough, and my wife's pan-fried redfish was cold. Our waitress was sweet, but she had too many tables to serve. The ambiance there is great, and it feels like a New Orleans restaurant. We know what they are capable of so we might try there a third time the next time we are in N.O.
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brad
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience4
Very pretty restaurant, but portions are small and prices are higher than I expected at lunch.
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DianeN
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyed this. 3 appetizers plus glass of wine was great value. Food portions were substantial.
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Deuce
New Orleans
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience. Food, service, and ambiance excellent. It was my son’s birthday. Not only was he wished a happy birthday, he was brought a special dessert with a candle at the end of the meal. A great business gesture. It makes clientele want to return.
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Rains
New Orleans
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
We placed an order for an item that we never received the coffee that we ordered was so strong that none of us can finish it. It was not worth the price overall it was a good experience. I would definitely go back probably for lunchtime.
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AlisonL
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had brunch here (to celebrate a birthday too) and it was absolutely perfect. The food was incredible, the service impeccable and the overall experience was exactly what we’d hoped for. We will definitely be back - top of our list now for brunch places in NOLA.
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DebraF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Classic New Orleans restaurant. Great food and great service. We would definitely do it again.
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GustavoM
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food tasted amazing and the restaurant has an attractive feel.
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HollyS
New Orleans
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lots of good old and new app choices! 3 plus wine $38. Brown butter fish was speckled Trout! Yum my favorite!! H🙏
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NewAwlinsLady1
New Orleans
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Emily was an amazing server. The food was delicious. We loved the Coolinary Lunch Specials. Please continue to participate in Coolinary month every year.
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BMWeats
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a pleasure dining at ROTP. Great cuisine. Consistent, experienced, caring staff. We'll be back.
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PercyF
New Orleans
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great food and service as always. Never disappointed
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NWLAtravelers
New Orleans
55 reviews
vip
3.0
55 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
We ate there on a week night. The place is very nice and clean. Our server was excellent, and we thought we would enjoy everything. But we were surprised at the menu. It offers "3 appetizers and a glass of wine" on 1/2 the menu. one of our group did order that and it was fine. The rest of us split some appetizers and ordered entrees. We were disappointed with our entrees. They seemed to have been sitting under a heat lamp for some time, were kind of tired, and they weren't much bigger than one of the appetizers. We only had the glass of wine that came with the order of 3 appetizers, and I felt the cost was too high for what we got. If you go I recommend getting the special 3 appetizers, they are very good.
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Ruthie
New Orleans
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were there for a retirement event and the staff went the extra mile in placing on the menu “Happy Retirement.” Great experience.
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Nanajan
New Orleans
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We so enjoyed our COOLinary lunch at Ralph’s. It’s such a beautiful place & since it’s right across the street from City Park, it’s in a lovely setting. The food was excellent and the service awesome! The four of us had a variety: turtle soup (reminded me of my mom’s), City Park salad (with great additions), New Orleans barbecue shrimp, and fried catfish on popcorn rice with a shrimp velouté. All was delicious! And the complimentary warm French bread before & during the meal was perfect with its crispy outside and the lightest inside I’ve ever had (and being from this area, I’ve had LOTS of French bread, lol!) COOLinary is such a treasure in NOLA, getting to try new places and these very special places.
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PennyC
New Orleans
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our son’s 40th birthday at Ralph’s on the Park. Even the menu wished him happy birthday which was a lovely touch. The appetizers were great, especially the shrimp. Dinner was outstanding as was the service. We will definitely be back.
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toms
New Orleans
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have dined at Ralph's on several occasions and enjoy their 3 appetizers and wine offering. The wines selected were quite good. There were enough chooses of appetizers to meet everyone's palate, soups, salads, vegetables, oysters, shrimp and beef. The three of us each ordered a different dish so as to get a taste of as many as possible and each dish was delicious, unique and satisfying. Service was excellent. The wait staff was friendly and courteous. We were never rushed, allowed to enjoy the dish and converse.
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NellieU
New Orleans
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Had bruch here before and remembered how good it was burt this year was disappointed! The Croissants, I felt they were underbaked, and doughy on the inside. Was told by the waitress "that's how they're suppose to be" really? I could hardly cut it in half. Was offered the biscuits which I exchanged for. Ordered my filet medium rare (pink) but got rare completely RED and sent back. ! By the time my entree was returne, my husband was finished with his entree.
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KimC
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly outstanding. Everything we ate and drank was amazing. Crab omelet, stuffed French Toast - plus the Coolinary brunch menu- knocked it out of the park. Excellent service and such a pretty view of City Park.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience was amazing. The food and serve was 5 stars all the way .
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PennyP
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and experience was amazing! Was the perfect venue to celebrate our son and future daughters engagement!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. The waitress was superb! Everyone was so understanding and accommodating!
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LeslieG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and a great overall atmosphere! Loved it.
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Silviab
New Orleans
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was very good. The entree was slow coming out of the kitchen. But very tastee.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Ralph's on the Park using the Order Online button. Ralph's on the Park also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 488-1000.

Ralph's on the Park is rated 4.7 stars by 4031 OpenTable diners.

Ralph's on the Park 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.