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Name: Lilette
Address: 3637 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA, United States, 70115
Telephone: (504) 895-1636
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

Lilette

4.5

1860 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Occupying a late 1800's corner drugstore in the heart of the Magazine Street antique & shopping district, Lilette features highly acclaimed Chef John Harris' contemporary French & Italian fare.
The Main Dining Room features beautiful banquettes & red-wine colored walls to create a romantic ambiance. The outdoor patio is reminiscent of traditional New Orleans courtyards, with stone pavers, Sweet Olive and live Oak trees.
Begin your evening in our wine bar next door, Bouligny Tavern, with crafted cocktails and featured wine selections.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 2:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Phone number
(504) 895-1636
Website
http://www.liletterestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
John Harris
Catering
Lilette will cater your cocktail party with passed hors d'ouves or cater your seated dinner. Please call for details.
Private party facilities
Restaurant buyouts available for your private function.
Private party contact
Vanessa Letourneau: (504) 895-1636

Location
3637 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115
Neighborhood
Garden District
Cross street
Antonine
Parking details
Neighborhood street parking available
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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White Truffle Parmigiano Toast$14.00
wild mushrooms, marrow, veal glace
Saffron Pappardelle$13.00
mushrooms, fennel, olive oil
Boudin Noir Lilette$10.00
homemade spicy mustard, cornichon
Duck Confit Landaise$15.00
escarole, crispy marrow, potato, red wine vinaigrette
Potato Gnocchi$9.00
sage, brown butter cream
Braised Veal Cheeks$18.00
mixed greens, horseradish vinaigrette
Escargots$13.00
mixed mushrooms, Calvados cream
Sizzling Shrimp$12.00
lemon–oregano vinaigrette
Marinated Spanish Anchovies$13.00
basil brushcetta, stewed Vidalia onions
Alaskan King Crab Claws
passionfruit butter
- 6oz$28.00
Crudo di Pesce$15.00
daily raw fish, accompaniments
Grilled Beets$11.00
goat cheese, walnuts
Artisanal Cheese Plate$14.00

Soups & Salads

Italian Wedding Soup
veal & pork meatballs, spinach, pasta, Parmigiano-Reggiano
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$10.00
Chicken Broth
poached egg, tomato, leeks, extra virgin olive oil
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$11.00
Mixed Greens$11.00
hard boiled egg, radish, anchovy-garlic vinaigrette
Arugula$12.00
curried almonds, mushroom, Pecorino Romano, Banyuls vinaigrette
Fresh Hawaiian Hearts of Palm$14.00
lemon, Parmigiano-Reggiano, olive oil

Entrées

Roasted Poulet Breast$26.00
brussels sprouts, balsamic glazed onions, mushroom vinaigrette
Grilled Hanger Steak$29.00
marrowed bordelaise, fries
Roasted Muscovy Duck Breast$31.00
cauliflower polonaise, sautéed spinach, toasted shallot sauce
Grilled Herbed Squab$39.00
wilted pea tendrils, wild mushrooms, natural jus
Braised Lamb Shoulder$28.00
semolina gnocchi, wilted spinach
Sautéed Drum$29.00
fingerling potato, swiss chard, potato leek cream
Pan Roasted Salmon$32.00
herbed cous cous, almonds, citrus, fennel, dill créme fraîche
Vegan Entrée
ask your server
- MP

What 1,860 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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1,860 Reviews

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traceyq
New Orleans
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall1food1service4ambience2
Unfortunately the food was, let’s just say, unfortunate.
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NanciF
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was very good. Portions were on the small side.
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casalisap
Jacksonville
26 reviews
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience5
Service was awkward. Our starters came almost immediately and then there was a very long pause before our mains came. Neither were anything to speak about. Nothing outstanding, just sort of blah. I did not care for having my escargot over very salty toast. I would have rathered a traditional style and with more Calvados cream sauce. I ordered my hanger steak Medium and specifically said " hot pink center." It arrived very very rare almost bloody. Waiter never checked , never asked me or my daughter how our meal was. He took two plates away from the table with 1/2 eaten on each and never suspected there might be a problem. I didn't want to get into it with my college age daughter present, but if I had been there with my husband I would have sent it back immediately. My daughter had the $32 speckled trout and the piece of fish was incredibly small with no standout flavors. Thank goodness I ordered dessert, but it is a sad day when an ice cream trio is the best thing you ate at the restaurant. I loved the decor and ambience, but the food was blah and the service was not on point at all. $150 with -0- alcohol only water and iced tea. I would not recommend Lillette at all. I'm sorry.
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Reese
Des Moines
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great. Good consistent... service wonderful
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Kenneth
New Orleans
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We live in the neighborhood and we always enjoy coming to Lilette. The food is ALWAYS great as is the service.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing!
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THS5C
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome neighborhood spot. Excellent food.
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catwinks
New Orleans
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply amazing Elegant and relaxed and delicious
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Disappointing
Toronto
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this restaurant met and exceeded my expectations. Loved it!
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JackC
Las Vegas
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful setting. We sat on the patio which is gorgeous. Food was fabulous and expertly prepared.
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DavidS
Chicago
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience2
If you want pedestrian bistro fare in Manhattan proximity to your dining companions, this is the place for you.
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geohoman
Fort Lauderdale
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an outstanding experience! An excellent balance of professionalism and friendliness. Extraordinary food presented again in a way that it is a heightened culinary experience but in a most comfortable setting. Lilette has most certainly earned a spot in our NOLA rotation. Magnifique!
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cody
New Orleans
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2019
overall5food5service3ambience5
The go to French experience in NOLA.
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cynthiaa
Mississippi
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Thought would be outstanding. Will try again maybe for lunch.
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KM12
Miami
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and elegant ambiance
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wynneh
Dallas
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a friendly and accommodating staff. Loved sitting on the beautiful patio!
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ArtDucko
New Orleans
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience5
Good meal at one of our favorites.
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PatrickC
Western NC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
We were visiting New Orleans for a wedding and a friend recommended Lilette. We were very happy they did. Great ambiance; great service and the food was outstanding. One of the best meals we had.
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BobT
Tampa
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service as always. A pleasurable fine dining experience!
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JeanP
New Orleans
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first dining experience at Lilette but definitely won’t be our last. The restaurant itself is simple and gorgeous, and the food (especially the Italian wedding soup, chicken breast, and steak frites) was DELISH! Plus the service was fantastic— helpful and not pushy. Loved it!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience3
Terrible experience. We had a reservation yet we weren’t seated until an hour later. The food was average. Very disappointed
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mangianat
Alabama
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great news hardly anyone there. Everything was excellent.
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pmrichard
New Orleans
45 reviews
vip
4.0
45 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Such a wonderful place to spend an afternoon...delicious food and great service in a lovely, relaxing space.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience5
Love the watermelon salad and the Italian wedding soup. The sautéed fish seemed a bit over cooked.
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JohnM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
always excellent. good food, service and ambiance. consistently well run restaurant
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pastry chef is incredible. Her coconut cake was outstanding! Do not skip dessert!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took the streetcar here on the first night of our NOLA stay. Food and drinks were great. Our waiters suggestions were spot on! Marscapone pasta and corn soup appetizers were Mmmmm
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
I recently tried to curb some of my grade inflation so not everything that is really good and worth trying like Lilette necessarily gets a 5 star . I give it 4 but it is a must stop on NO great food scene . The menu is sophisticated and all my food was superbly prepared . The sweet corn soup and crab was as expected delicate and superb. My entre was a gulf fish that was superbly cooked . The paring on a bed of quinoa was fine . I did not care for the raw vegetables that came along . For me it was an odd baring of a baked fish with cold vegetables that left me wanting for something different . The dessert a wonderful goat cheese creme franche had just the right amount of sweetness . I found the dining chairs a bit hard and uncomfortable and not up to par with prices . Lilette is a must try .
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UESgirl
New Orleans
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lilette is my favorite NOLA restaurant! It never disappoints.
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cynthia
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love lunch here. The special are always "special". The noise level is such that I can always hear my guests. This is important if I'm having a working lunch.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Love dining here. Cute place. Could be bigger, but I fear it’d lose some of it’s charm if it was. Service was great. Food was fantastic. Drinks were delightful. Always a great meal.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow. Just wow! We loved every single bite!! We also loved our server and the atmosphere. Thank you! ✨
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Jeanne
New Orleans
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2019
overall5food5service3ambience4
We had three appetizers and absolutely loved all three. The service was a little inattentive but not awful. It is not inexpensive. Still I'd go back just based on the quality of the food.
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CalW
Little Rock
347 reviews
vip
4.0
347 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2019
overall4food3service3ambience3
Ready for a fall menu!
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Nola
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food and excellent service. Very nice atmosphere as well. We will go back
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JayEdward
New Orleans
108 reviews
vip
5.0
108 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would go just to get the Mezcal Negroni, but the food here is terrific. The drum is always a good choice, since the kitchen displays a lot of ingenuity in adapting the dish to whatever vegetables are in season. The staff is friendly and attentive.
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DebHW
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
So French, so fabulous.
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maryh
Exclusive
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Even though the tables are incredibly close, we were able to converse. Appreciate your efforts to cut down on noise (tables were padded underneath). Excellent service and he told us that the soft shell crab was almost gone so he saved us some even though we were not ready to order. Everything was very good and we had a great time at your bar next door for after dinner drinks! Thank you!
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LisaR
New Orleans
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Been gone from NOLA for years but this was always a favorite. We were glad to see the service, food, and experience haven’t changed. Excellent dinner!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
An excellent birthday experience!!
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3637 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115

Additional information

Cross street
Antonine
Neighborhood
Garden District
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 2:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Neighborhood street parking available
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Harris
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.liletterestaurant.com/
Phone number
(504) 895-1636
Catering
Lilette will cater your cocktail party with passed hors d'ouves or cater your seated dinner. Please call for details.
Private party facilities
Restaurant buyouts available for your private function.
Private party contact
Vanessa Letourneau: (504) 895-1636

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Lilette

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Appetizers

White Truffle Parmigiano Toast$14.00

Saffron Pappardelle$13.00

Boudin Noir Lilette$10.00

Duck Confit Landaise$15.00

Potato Gnocchi$9.00

Braised Veal Cheeks$18.00

Escargots$13.00

Sizzling Shrimp$12.00

Marinated Spanish Anchovies$13.00

Alaskan King Crab Claws

Crudo di Pesce$15.00

Grilled Beets$11.00

Artisanal Cheese Plate$14.00

Soups & Salads

Italian Wedding Soup

Chicken Broth

Mixed Greens$11.00

Arugula$12.00

Fresh Hawaiian Hearts of Palm$14.00

Entrées

Roasted Poulet Breast$26.00

Grilled Hanger Steak$29.00

Roasted Muscovy Duck Breast$31.00

Grilled Herbed Squab$39.00

Braised Lamb Shoulder$28.00

Sautéed Drum$29.00

Pan Roasted Salmon$32.00

Vegan Entrée

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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