French Quarter Dining
By Citysearch Editors, New Orleans
From local favorites to tourist traps, the best restaurants in the heart of New Orleans.
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Tujague's Restaurant
823 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
The second oldest restaurant in the city serves a traditional six-course Creole meal in 19th-century surroundings. -
Galatoire's Restaurant
209 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
This elegant, century-old Creole establishment stands as the high-water mark of New Orleans dining. -
Nola Restaurant
534 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA
The French Quarter outpost of Chef Emeril Lagasse's empire offers modern spins on classic Creole favorites. -
K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen
416 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Celebrity Chef Paul Prudhomme turns out well-known Cajun classics with hefty price tags. -
Gumbo Shop
630 Saint Peter St, New Orleans, LA
Popular casual eatery in the Quarter specializes in classic Creole cuisine. -
Olivier's Creole Restaurant
204 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
Fifth-generation country Creole brought to the city in style. -
Arnaud's Restaurant
813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA
Classic Creole dishes in a formal, upscale room and an adjoining casual bistro. -
Palace Cafe
605 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
This Brennan outpost showcases Creole standards in an upscale bistro setting. -
Court of Two Sisters
613 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
Unforgettable dining, thanks to a large courtyard and an extensive brunch buffet.
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Red Fish Grill
115 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Casual atmosphere and upscale food share the spotlight at this unique seafood spot. -
Bourbon House
144 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Seafood classics and prime people-watching tailored to the Bourbon-bound tourist set. -
GW Fins
808 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA
Fresh fish from around the world characterizes the menu at this seafood lover's haven. -
Acme Oyster & Seafood House
724 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA
This French Quarter mainstay has been serving up raw oysters since 1910.
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Peristyle
1041 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA
Classic bistro on the Quarter's edge serves outstanding local dishes and fresh ingredients in flawless French style. -
Bayona
430 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA
Susan Spicer's restaurant redefines world cuisine one dish at a time. -
Bistro at Maison De Ville
733 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA
This hotel restaurant serves flavorful combination cuisine that's a study in the art of balance.
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Irene's Cuisine
539 Saint Philip St, New Orleans, LA
Cozy, romantic Quarter spot packs in adoring locals with a menu of Italian influences paired with hints of southern France. -
Bacco Restaurant
310 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Italian delicacies are crafted with unique, luxurious ingredients at this romantic eatery. -
Cafe Giovanni
117 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
Like dining at the secluded estate of an Italian noble addicted to food.
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Port of Call
838 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA
This rustic neighborhood institution has a whale of a burger. -
Cafe du Monde
800 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
This French Quarter staple serves up steaming cafe au lait and crispy beignets around the clock. -
Lucky Dogs
517 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA
Comical street carts peddle late-night eats to the Bourbon Street masses. -
Central Grocery Company
923 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
The place for oversized, overstuffed, delicious muffulettas.
