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Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA
Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA

Café Sbisa

4.6
4.6
1276 Reviews
$30 and under
Cajun
Café Sbisa, established in 1899 and the third oldest fine-dining establishment in the French Quarter, is proud to re-open under the direction of a new team to once again offer the highest quality French-Creole cuisine in a welcoming, historical setting that both locals and tourists will appreciate. Spearheading the new Café Sbisa are Mr. Craig Napoli, who successfully ran the notable restaurant from 1992 - 2005 when Hurricane Katrina devastated the city, and Chef Alfred Singleton, who met Craig when he started working for him at the former Café Sbisa as a prep cook.

Now, the unique venue will once again open its doors to serve classic local fare like Turtle Soup, Louisiana Blue Crab Cakes and BBQ Shrimp using the freshest, locally-sourced seafood and produce. While many restaurants tout “fresh and local”, Sbisa means it, as the Napoli family owns their own seafood dock and distribution business in Hopedale, Louisiana.



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2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 11 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 522-5565
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr
  • Private party contact
    contact@cafesbisanola.com: (504) 522-5565
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Cross street
    St. Phillip St.
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Entertainment
    We feature live jazz on Friday and Saturday evenings in addition to a weekend jazz brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,276 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Hot spot

  • New Orleans

    Hot spot

1,276 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best food and live music. Perfect date night and brunch spot. I am going to try and rent the entire place for our family reunion dinner in 2024.

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  2. konesheaS

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Saw how recommended this place was on tiktok and added it to my list of to do for my birthday trip to New Orleans and my family was not disappointed. Our overall experience was amazing. We will definitely be revisiting once in New Orleans and will recommend our friends to visit as well.

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  3. BeverlyW

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great food, and service. It was jazz night so a little too noisy to enjoy the jazz.

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  4. BillT

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service in a quaint environment. Dodd was delicious

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  5. wurdgirl

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Café Sbisa was proclaimed world-famous and it did not disappoint! The decor was low-key elegant with an artistic edge; like a storied Bohemian escape. Cocktails were multilayered and refreshing. Even the Caesar salad was one of the best we've had. We couldn't resist the seafood: oysters Sbisa were tangy and delectable. For entrees we tried the catfish and the blackened redfish—both were excellent but the redfish is the star—temptingly firm and lightly seasoned, a mouthwatering surprise. For dessert, we tried a 'new' addition called Peach Cobbler Cheesecake, which was sumptuous and decadent but somehow not too sweet, with addictive caramelized notes and creaminess. This was our first meal upon arriving in New Orleans, and it set a very high bar. Bravo!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hands down, the best tasting food in New Orleans, will be back to finish trying the menu. The entire meal was great from the amazing oyster app and Marinated Chicken to the peach cobbler cheesecake! #delicious

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  7. BeckyL

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food Our server was excellent. Will definitely go back to this restaurant on next visit to New Orleans

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  8. Daneisha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don’t usually review restaurants, but my experience at Café Sbisa deserves to be reviewed! Now granted, it was just yesterday but I’m still thinking about that Courtbouillon! If I thought it could have made it home in my luggage, I would have ordered some to-go. The food was delicious, the drinks were good, the vibe was immaculate, and the service was great! In the same way that I can’t visit NOLA without stopping by Cafe du Monde, I will no longer be able to visit NOLA without stopping by Cafe Sbisa! 10/10

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  9. TiaS

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We enjoyed our meals. Cute little cafe right near the French Market. The food and ambiance was higher end, so be prepared to spend a nice amount for dinner. The redfish was delicious; the asparagus was a little mushy however.

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  10. BCole

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We LOVE this place…it’s always a stop when we are in town. And among a sea of overpriced and sub par food in the Quarters, Cafe Sbisa stands apart in service and outstanding food. Catch the live music on Saturdays for the full experience!

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  11. MaryJoE

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Cafe Sbisa is a must stop when visiting New Orleans. From the charming decor and accommodating service to the varied menu selection and delicious food you cannot go wrong. Turtle soup, Oysters Sbisa, Blackened Red Fish and Paneed Veal where just a few of the dishes ordered and they were all amazing! Highly recommend to anyone who appreciates fine dining!!

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  12. VictoriaW

    San Joaquin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience4
    I booked my reservation months in advance to sit on the balcony for our anniversary dinner in New Orleans. Upon arrival we were informed the balcony sitting was taken and they knew I booked in advance. Nothing offered to compensate. I specifically booked to have this sitting. We also booked informing it was our anniversary there was no acknowledgement for this either. Overall it felt like a waste and wished I had been informed so I could’ve picked another option for us to celebrate during the short time we were in town.

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  13. MeMe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food and service! First time having fried grits. Everything was delicious!

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  14. Megan

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really lovely evening dinner sitting out on the balcony.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We made a last minute reservation and they accommodated us. Thankfully, they did. From the time we walked in, the service, the food, everything was amazing!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Good drinks-The food is mediocre with substandard service. There was no live music. The automatic 20% gratuity was not appropriate, considering the lack of service.

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  17. MelissaT

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience the atmosphere was amazing and food delicious went in for brunch....

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  18. CarolynM

    Mississippi

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was a great place to dine! The jazz music, the food, the drinks, the service.. all great! Please visit this place if you’re in New Orleans. Best espresso martinis!

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  19. BrandiL

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Outstanding food. Live band. Will definitely return.

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  20. BrooklynMickey

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Wanted to support a BOB and did just that! Enjoyed the service and the Moscato was a delicious selection. A few items could have been a bit better but overall had a lovely dinner.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Horrible horrible. Booked a reservation a month in advance because I was coming from Philly for a birthday for August 12th. Showed up only to see a sign that the place was closed until the end of the month. I was event sent a confirmation text from open table to confirm My reservation the day before. Even tried to call the restaurant multiple times before booking and a few days before. No answer of course. Smh.

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  22. DFlo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    A delightful and palate pleasing experience. The Sunday brunch band provide groovy vibes of soul to zydeco.

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  23. LeeS

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We enjoyed the chicken & waffles which were different in flavor but tasty. The biscuits were delicious, but odd that they only provide 1 per person and then after that you have to pay for bread.

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  24. Kyra

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Good vibe. But there are better places to eat in NOLA.

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  25. JaniceS

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    We really enjoyed our time. Only bad thing that I had was the bread pudding that was over cooked . Outside we go there again.

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  26. CourtneyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We thought the ambiance was very nice. Great for date night or night out with friends. Great food and service

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    One of, if not THE, worst dining experiences of my life.

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  28. GeorgeA

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Been there twice and will go back when I return! Best seafood place ever! Great portions!

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  29. Pihlan83

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great evening at Café Sbisa. Great service and amazing food. We're coming back!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We typically like to try new places each time we come down, but this is the only restaurant we return to again and again!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far our favorite meal in NOLA so far! The chicken on mash potatoes and jambalaya pasta were so delicious. 10/10.

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  32. Gambler

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal. April was our server. Fabulous experience.

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  33. DannyT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Got to try the pork chops, large cut and outstanding taste and moist. Cudos to the chef.

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  34. Samantha

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    My overall experience was okay - not good, not great, just okay. The service was fine, but the overall ambiance and food wasn’t what I was expecting for the price they charge. I had heard of this restaurant through social media and booked a reservation a while ago, but it wasn’t worth it sadly.

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  35. ChanitaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was really good! Our waiter was very attentive. The drinks were good. My second drink was not the best but our waiter tried to fix it lol. The live band was awesome! Overall we’ll definitely recommend and will try this restaurants again!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food especially the veal and pork chops. Service was awesome!

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  37. NitaP

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Excellent service by Julie! A neighborhood treasure!!

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  38. WillQ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful Definitely want to come back and eat here again. Just great.

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  39. MimiC

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and motif is fabulous! Trout and Veal are so tasty

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When in New Orleans this is the place to eat. Excellent food. Incredible staff. We come to New Orleans a couple times a year and always eat at Sbisa’s. They are the best!!

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FAQs

Café Sbisa is rated 4.6 stars by 1276 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Café Sbisa

1011 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116

Additional information

  • Cross street
    St. Phillip St.
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr
  • Entertainment
    We feature live jazz on Friday and Saturday evenings in addition to a weekend jazz brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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