Best Historic Restaurants in Lower Garden District

33 restaurants available nearby

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1. Lula Restaurant Distillery

4.6

Exceptional(1898)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Lower Garden District

Booked 15 times today

In the heart of New Orleans, expertly crafted food, spirits and cocktails come together in a unique privately owned micro-distillery and restaurant.We are quintessentially southern with a distinct Louisiana influence. We are Lula Restaurant-Distillery.As the first and only restaurant-distillery in New Orleans, Louisiana and in the Southeast US, we promise to offer you an incredible experience in the shadows of our copper still and along the historic streetcar line of St. Charles Avenue.Join us Monday-Sunday for Happy Hour from 4-7, Saturday and Sunday 11-3 for Bottomless Vodka Bar

2. Antoine's

4.6

Exceptional(11150)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 135 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.

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3. Nobu - Caesars New Orleans

4.6

Exceptional(143)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Business District

Booked 59 times today

Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at Nobu, the Japanese restaurant created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Located in the historic city of New Orleans, Chef Nobu will introduce his signature cuisine to Louisiana, setting a new standard for elevated Japanese dining in the heart of the Big Easy.

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4. Jack Rose - New Orleans

4.8

Exceptional(2330)

Price: Moderate

• Creole • Lower Garden District

Booked 31 times today

Jack Rose embodies the spirit of New Orleans, celebrating its rich culinary and cultural heritage through every dish and drink served. Nestled in the historic Garden District, the restaurant offers an eclectic and engaging dining experience, where guests can savor classic Creole and New Orleans-style dishes reimagined with a modern twist. At Jack Rose, the vibrant joie de vivre of New Orleans is not just an atmosphere, but an immersive experience enhanced by skillfully executed cuisine and an array of vibrant cocktails. This dynamic setting is designed to dazzle and delight, blending the familiar with the extraordinary, ensuring that every visit is a captivating encounter.

5. Restaurant August

4.9

Exceptional(8106)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District

Booked 41 times today

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.

6. Palace Café

4.6

Exceptional(5524)

Price: Moderate

• French American • French Quarter

Booked 57 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.

7. The Pelican Club

4.7

Exceptional(4511)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 41 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.

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8. Atchafalaya Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(6422)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District

Booked 55 times today

Atchafalaya is a true New Orleans neighborhood eatery where the eclectic yet elegant atmosphere is only outshone by the attentive service and delicious local fare. Nestled under the oaks on the edges of the Irish Channel, Magazine Street, and historic Garden districts, this hidden gem is one the best contemporary Creole dining experiences that one can find in the city. Neighbors, locals, and out of towners alike will become regulars after experiencing the brand of hospitality offered by New Orleans’ only five “A” restaurant. If having standards such as a gumbo du jour, blue crab raviolo, or shrimp & grits, a nightly seafood special, or a filet paired with a selection from the world class wine program you will not be disappointed. The introductions of brunch, live music, cocktails, and now an extensive happy hour continue the newest culinary chapter for a storied local haunt, embracing New Orleans’ culinary culture while placing contemporary spin on traditional New Orleans cuisine.

9. Briquette

4.6

Exceptional(2248)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Warehouse District

Booked 17 times today

Contemporary Coastal and New Orleans cuisine served in the historic Warehouse District. Briquette serves up unique seafood creations from the Louisiana Gulf waters and around the world. Seafood specialties include Louisiana Redfish On The Half Shell, Snapper Ponchartrain with Lump Crabmeat, and Whole Branzino. Features also include Prime steaks, pork porterhouse, lamb, veal and pastas. Enjoy fabulous hand-crafted cocktails and a curated wine list that is a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 6-years in a row!Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner 2019-2024Members of the Chaine des RotisseursNew Orleans Magazine Tops of the Town Award WinnerProud Member of Chef's Brigade Home of the Loaded Whole FishHost your group dinner, reception, or a cocktail party at Briquette. Seating for 240 guests and 400 for a reception. We also have a beautiful bar and community tables for small cocktail receptions with hors d’oeuvres.

10. Arnaud's

4.7

Exceptional(7327)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 46 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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Lori
New York City •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Where do I begin other than to say Wow! we had such an amazing experience. The food was outstanding. We tried all the different oysters. We had some soup we had some gumbo we had salad and best of all we had the baked Alaska. All were amazing! more than the food, I have to commend your server Chuck he was so amazing and made our experience extraordinary. He steered us in the right direction for food, while giving us a whole history lesson of Antoine’s from the beginning to the end of our meal with little snippets of history and he was probably one of the most charming waiters I have en counted in a very long time . He truly is an asset to your establishment❤️ There is a restaurant in Paris called La Tour D’Argent that I love that does the endearing post card with the number of the duck you ordered just like you do with the oysters! Love that, as well as the famous wine cellar! We so enjoyed the experience and cannot wait to come back on our next visit to NOLA!
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Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.6
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ROYvip
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
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Nobu - Caesars New OrleansPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Business District
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4.6
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PETERvip
New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great vibe and awsome staff! Have a cocktail at Hot Tin for beautiful view of city.
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Jack Rose - New OrleansPrice: Moderate• Creole• Lower Garden District
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4.8
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Jesse
New Orleans / Louisiana •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Atmosphere, food, presentation and service....all executed impeccably!!! Our first time celebrating and won't be our last time. We absolutely love August!!! Thank you for making our celebration so special!!
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Restaurant AugustPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Central Business District
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4.9
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Terry
New Orleans / Louisiana •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
B Great time. I will go back again. The service was excellent
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Lula Restaurant DistilleryPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Contemporary Southern)• Lower Garden District
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4.6

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Lula Restaurant Distillery

2. Antoine's

3. Nobu - Caesars New Orleans

4. Jack Rose - New Orleans

5. Restaurant August

6. Palace Café

7. The Pelican Club

8. Atchafalaya Restaurant

9. Briquette

10. Arnaud's

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