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Bistro Daisy
Price: Moderate•American•5(1,376)A quaint eatery nestled in the heart of Uptown New Orleans, Bistro Daisy -named for the daughter of owners Anton & Diane Schulte-opened in the summer of 2007. The Restaurant features fresh, seasonal and often local ingredients prepared in the American bistro style. Daisy's award-winning dishes and charming atmosphere have established this Uptown bistro as one of the city's premier dining experiences.Doris Metropolitan - New Orleans
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•5(933)Doris Metropolitan is a high-end butchery and restaurant that handcrafts modern flavors and techniques that embrace Middle Eastern heritage and elevate the traditional steakhouse experience. Menu highlights include in-house dry aged beef and other high-quality meats that complement seasonal sides, vegetable-focused shared plates, exotic and locally sourced seafood, and a hand-selected caviar menu. Our house-crafted cocktails, extensive wine list, fine liquors, and house butchery blend together to offer you the luxuriant dining experience that keeps us thriving.
Bon Sake Sushi & Bar
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(128)BON SAKE sushi & bar
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Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00am-9:00pm • Fri & Sat 11:00am-10:30pm
We look forward to serving you.Restaurant August
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(8,324)August is a Contemporary Creole restaurant creating unique dishes with a focus on Louisiana ingredients and inspired by classical training. Located in a historic 19th century French-Creole building in New Orleans’ Central Business District, the main dining room caters to the most unique dining experience. The interior is rich with original architectural details, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring columns, mahogany paneling and antique mirrors.
The Grill Room
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(1,624)The Grill Room at The Windsor Court is recognized as a local leader in Modern American cuisine with a distinct New Orleans flair. Join us for a truly remarkable breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of the finest restaurants in the world - and one of only three, four-star/four-diamond restaurants in all of Louisiana.Dakota Restaurant - Covington
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(1,291)Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients.
The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe.
In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.
The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.
The Kingsway
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Asian•4.9(43)The Kingsway is a fine dining Asian restaurant by Chef Ashwin Vilkhu, a 2025 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef: South, and the next chapter from the family behind the acclaimed Saffron NOLA.
Inspired by the deeply personal flavors of childhood dinners and the cultural crossroads of Asia, The Kingsway offers a contemporary interpretation of tradition—refined, intentional, and rooted in heritage.
Set in a Japandi-Scandinavian inspired space defined by clean lines, natural textures, and understated elegance, the dining room mirrors the philosophy of the kitchen: thoughtful, minimal, and quietly bold. Precision and warmth guide each guest experience, from the first pour to the last bite.Le Salon
Price: Very Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.9(1,082)Themed Tea Dates: Galentine's Tea- February 14, Mardi Gras Tea- February 15 & 16, *Irish Tea- March 16 (Adults Only- Price $95pp), Strawberry Tea- April 5, Easter -April 19 & 20, Mothers Day-May 10&11, Princess Tea-June 21 & 22 (Price-Adult $80pp & Kids $55pp) *Prohibition Tea-July 19 (Adults Only-Price $95pp), *LGBTEA August 30, (Adults Only-Price $95pp), *Halloween Tea-October 25 & 26 (Price-Adults $80pp & Kids $55pp) *Holiday Tea-November 28-Dec 31st (Adults $80pp & Kids 12 & under $55pp) (limited seating) - Please call for availability.
Experience the delightful tradition of afternoon tea at Le Salon. Sip from a selection of 30 of the finest loose-leaf variety brews while your ears enjoy soft melodies from a harpist or pianist from the LA Philharmonic Orchestra. Enjoy an assortment of delicious tea sandwiches, scones and sweets as you engage in one of New Orleans locals most beloved and fashionable pastimes.
Mayas
Price: Moderate•Latin American•4.9(645)Mayas Restaurant is a captivating Latin dining experience with exciting social rhythms. We feature the cuisines of multiple countries of Latin American, but rather than simply transferring dishes we pay compliment to the ingredients that are natural to Latin America. Our food is prepared from scratch using classic and modern techniques but always remembering the aromas and flavors of our mother's and grandmother's kitchen. We invite you to choose your own escapade by selecting from our Plantains, Ceviches, Empanadas, Curries, Steaks, and Small Plates for a multi-course dining experience.Saj
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(340)Saj is a modern BYOB Mediterranean restaurant, offering an authentic family style concept that revolves around our freshly baked Saj bread in a fun, cozy atmosphere. Feel free to bring your own drink and we will take it from there.
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- MMazieVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoService, pizza, and drinks were great. Always have a fabulous time at Domenica.More infoDomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District•4.6
- AAlexiaCaribbean •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoBeautiful place, chill vibes, wonderful food and drinks.More infoCopper VinePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Central Business District•4.8
- LLouiseNew Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 26, 2025Delicious seafood , expertly prepared. Drinks were superb.More infoGood Catch | Thai Urban BistroPrice: Expensive• Thai• Central Business District•4.5
- CChrisNew York City •4 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 24, 2025Excellent food, outstanding service, great ambianceMore infoRed Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter•4.5
- DdanielVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •17 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 14, 2025service and food excellent atmosphere is nice variety of food is very goodMore infoFountain LoungePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Central Business District•4.4
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in New Orleans is Son of a Bun
The best vegan restaurants in New Orleans are Copper Vine, Domenica and Restaurant August
The best vegetarian restaurants in New Orleans are Restaurant August, Domenica and Nobu - Caesars New Orleans
The restaurants with the best service in New Orleans are Doris Metropolitan - New Orleans, Nathan's Restaurant and The Davenport Lounge
The restaurants with the best ambiance in New Orleans are Seaworthy, Medium Rare - New Orleans and Tito's Ceviche & Pisco