Best Historic Restaurants in French Quarter

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Antoine's

4.6

Exceptional(11166)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 114 times today

Antoine's is excited to be celebrating 184 years in the French Quarter. We welcome you to enjoy our traditional French creole fare as well as updated classics in our beautiful and historic restaurant setting.Antoine's Dress Code isBusiness Casual: Jackets and collared shirts are strongly suggested for gentlemen. We kindly ask all guests not to wear athletic or beach clothing, baseball caps, or flip-flops. Antoine’s dress code will be enforced at the discretion of the manager.All private dining rooms are open and we are actively booking for future events. For private dining inquiries please learn more at www.antoines.com and fill out private dining inquiry.

2. The Pelican Club

4.7

Exceptional(4515)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 25 times today

The Pelican Club is a contemporary New Orleans restaurant located on historic Exchange Place in the French Quarter. Since opening the doors to the renovated 19th century Creole townhouse in 1990, chef and owner, Richard Hughes has offered a diverse menu based in south Louisiana tradition with French, Italian, and Asian influences reflecting the rich culinary culture of the city.

3. Palace Café

4.6

Exceptional(5528)

Price: Moderate

• French American • French Quarter

Booked 27 times today

For larger parties, please call (504) 523-1661.For over two decades Palace Cafe has been serving award-winning, contemporary Creole cuisine in the historic Werlein Music building. Located downtown, at the entrance to the French Quarter, this Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant is popular with visitors & locals alike.

4. Justine

4.6

Exceptional(2668)

Price: Expensive

• French • French Quarter

Booked 28 times today

Justine is a brasserie in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. Opened in 2019 by husband-wife team Justin & Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery, Justine combines the sophistication of Parisian brasseries with the playfulness of the South’s most lively district. Featuring dishes like Mussels, Escargot & Steak Frites, the menu honors the technique and simplicity of French classics, while evoking the senses with exciting, grand presentation. Other seafood and steak favorites include Shrimp & Grits, Pan Roasted Red Snapper, Shrimp Remoulade, NY Strip & Hanger Steak. True to the heart of French brasserie culture, the bustling, multi-roomed restaurant offers a versatile space to be enjoyed by all, whether it’s for a weekday lunch, afternoon glass of wine or celebratory dinner. The café side opens to the Chartres Street sidewalk, emulating a quintessential Parisian-street experience with daytime fare. The kitchen is led by James Beard Award Winning Chef & Owner Justin Devillier.

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5. Broussard's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(3982)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 43 times today

Since Broussard’s first opened its doors in 1920, our sensational French-Creole cuisine and historic French Quarter architecture have delighted locals and visitors alike. Enjoy brunch in the courtyard, dinner in our elegant dining rooms, or cocktails at the Empire Bar. Our innovative dishes and attentive service will create an experience you’ll remember for the next 100 years. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator's 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

6. Arnaud's

4.7

Exceptional(7333)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 53 times today

Often said the most beautiful dining room in New Orleans, Arnaud's offers the quintessential New Orleans dining experience. Remaining true to its traditions and courtesies, Arnaud's has served exceptional Creole cuisine for nearly 100 years. Our award winning Creole menu includes both classic and inventive dishes. Serving dinner nightly and Brunch with Live Dixieland Jazz on Sundays.Arnaud's Main Dining Room is one of four dining options in the Arnaud's Family.Arnaud's Jazz Bistro, Arnaud's Main Dining Room and the Arnaud's French 75 Bar are all located within one complex (entrances on Bienville Street).Remoulade, the casual side of Arnaud's (does not accept reservations), is located around the corner on Bourbon Street.

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7. Muriel's Jackson Square

4.7

Exceptional(10234)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 75 times today

The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.

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8. Tujague's - New Orleans

4.4

Awesome(3423)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 44 times today

Tujague's is the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans. This French Quarter institution has been serving traditional New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 160 years. Lore states that brunch originated here, as did the Grasshopper cocktail. Homages to the restaurant's long and colorful history abound within the interior of the building from the classic 19th century architecture to memorabilia on the walls.Menu items such as the seared gulf fish and the daily gumbo meld French traditions with New Orleans fare and flare. Our famous five course menu is still served nightly; but have no fear, the menu is no longer pre-fixe, so those less ravenous diners can join in too.If you want a quintessential New Orleans experience filled with history and local fare, Tujague's is your place.

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9. Kingfish - New Orleans

4.3

Awesome(1891)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 19 times today

Kingfish is a popular casual restaurant and cocktail bar in New Orleans that salutes the Huey P. Long Era. The Kingfish menu embodies new Louisiana cuisine. That along with our talented bartenders' skill & expertise combine to create a unique Louisiana-centric dining experience. So whether you are a visitor to our wonderful city or one of our regulars, Kingfish is a perfect place to meet up with friends for an evening in the New Orleans' French Quarter.

10. The Bombay Club

4.0

Excellent(1005)

Price: Moderate

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 2 times today

Thank you for visiting the historic Bombay Club! Enjoy live, local jazz or a signature cocktail in our courtyard! For same-day reservations, please call (504)-577-2237. Thank you!Menu and reservation availability are subject to change, due to events and/or private parties. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to serving you! Should you have any questions, please call (504)-577-2237. Please note: the Conti Hotel parking lot is for hotel guests only. Thank you!

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Tia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Amazing experience for my birthday. They gifted me with free creme brûlée & champagne. I loved everything about this restaurant, and would DEFINITELY visit again.
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JustinePrice: Expensive• French• French Quarter
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4.6
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Las Vegas •16 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Darla and Daniel were incredible waiters. Knowledgeable, great interaction. Food was perfect! Fried oysters with tasso gravy reduction was bomb. For those who don't know, tasso is Cajun smoked pork legs with extremely deep smoke. Then duck confit, thigh and drumb. Finished with peppermint ice cream and glacee drizzled with chocolate.
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Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.6
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JoAnnvip
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I’ve been going to Broussard’s since I was a little girl. My dad and I would come here when visiting family in New Orleans and it was our place. This was the first year I came here with my fiancé and got to tell him stories of my dad. The food has always been wonderful, the memories, delightful.
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Broussard's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.6
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Janice
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
So happy to have found Palace Cafe in our first visit to New Orleans! The atmosphere was very sophisticated yet casual! Our meal was amazing! The gumbo as well as the pecan crusted catfish was incredible! Our server Kay was friendly, professional and an absolute delight!! 10/10 !
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Palace CaféPrice: Moderate• French American• French Quarter
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4.6
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Lisabethvip
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We’re traveling for a conference and saw this place was nearby - did not disappoint. The escargot was so good. Absolutely loved my Louisiana Cioppino and the bread pudding flavors and texture was spot on. Would definitely recommend.
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The Pelican ClubPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
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4.7

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Antoine's

2. The Pelican Club

3. Palace Café

4. Justine

5. Broussard's Restaurant

6. Arnaud's

7. Muriel's Jackson Square

8. Tujague's - New Orleans

9. Kingfish - New Orleans

10. The Bombay Club

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