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Chemin à la Mer, New Orleans, LA

Chemin à la Mer

4.7
4.7
1148 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole

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2 people
19:00
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for scenic views
Chemin à la Mer, a French Quarter Steakhouse at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, offers panoramic Mississippi River views and a menu featuring specialty steaks, fresh Gulf Coast seafood, and a grand oyster bar. Under the direction of James Beard Award-winning Chef Donald Link, enjoy classic cuts like A5 Kobe Strip and Pan-Roasted Filet Mignon, along with seafood dishes such as Snapper Ceviche and Steamed Louisiana Shrimp. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this premier New Orleans restaurant offers dishes elevated by refined technique and infused with regional flavors and creative flair, making it a standout choice for a memorable dining experience.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–15:00 Daily 17:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 10:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (504) 434-5898
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Donald Link
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Room seats up to 12 guests and is available for all dining periods. Enjoy your own entrance onto our terrace to experience a stunning view!
  • Private party contact
    Allie Joiner: (504) 434-5898
  • Area
    Central Business District
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room Menu 1

    US$90.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Looking for a private dining experience? Join us in our Private Dining Room which overlooks the Mississippi River and seats up to 12 guests. The menu for this experience includes Appetizers for the table: Baked Feta, Confit Rabbit Croquettes, and Chef's selection of two items from our Oyster Bar - First course: Choice of Seafood Gumbo or an Iceberg Wedge Salad - Main course: Choice of the Pan Roasted Ōra King Salmon, Duck Confit, or Petite Filet - Dessert: Choice of the Malted Chocolate Mousse Bomb or Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée. Full table participation is required, and price does not include beverages or sales tax. Please note that a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill for all large parties.
    Private Dining Room Menu 1 photo
  • Private Dining Room Menu 2

    US$130.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Looking for a private dining experience? Join us in our Private Dining Room which overlooks the Mississippi River and seats up to 12 guests. The menu for this experience includes a four course meal for the table. Appetizers for the table: Baked Feta, Confit Rabbit Croquettes, and Chef's selection of four items from our Oyster Bar - First course: Choice of Seafood Gumbo or an Iceberg Wedge Salad - Main course: Choice of the Pan Roasted Ōra King Salmon, Duck Confit, or Petite Filet - Dessert: Choice of the Malted Chocolate Mousse Bomb or Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée. Full table participation is required, and price does not include beverages or sales tax. Please note that a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill for all large parties.
    Private Dining Room Menu 2 photo
  • $130 Large Party Menu

    US$130.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Booking a group of 10 or more? Simplify and elevate your experience with a four-course set menu for your table. - Appetizers: Baked Feta, Confit Rabbit Croquettes, and chef's selection of four items from our Oyster Bar - First Course: Choice of Seafood Gumbo or Iceberg Wedge Salad - Main Course: Choice of Pan Roasted Ōra King Salmon, Duck Confit, or Petite Filet - Dessert: Malted Chocolate Mousse Bomb or Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée Full table participation is required, and price does not include beverages or sales tax. Please note that a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill for all parties choosing this menu.

Offers

  • Oyster Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 16:00 - 17:00
    Join us for Oyster Happy Hour! Daily from 3pm-5pm, enjoy a rotating variety of $2 oysters, including the Gulf Coast favorite Murder Point oysters from Bayou La Batre, Alabama, paired with $10 glasses of wine and spritzes.

    Oyster Happy Hour photo

What 1,148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for scenic views

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole

  • New Orleans

    Great for scenic views

  • New Orleans

    Creole

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chemin à la Mer offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent service," stunning views of the Mississippi River, and "amazing food." Guests rave about the atmosphere, perfect for anniversaries and special occasions. While some mention service delays, many highlight the attentive staff and delicious dishes, making it a "must-visit" in New Orleans.

1,148 Reviews
  1. Shawn

    New Orleans

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Best gumbo in New Orleans and it’s gluten free! Very special location in the Four Seasons - great views of the Mississippi River.

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  2. Steph

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coming here! We've been here in spring where we could sit outside and in winter where we sat inside and our experiences have been consistently wonderful. The food is delicious and the service is excellent. We highly recommend the salmon! This restaurant is great for a relaxing evening out.

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  3. Cheri

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time here. Came for a birthday celebration and we had excellent service and the food was fantastic! Will definitely come back.

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  4. Matt

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, excellent drinks, and great food. Food is expensive for what it is. Will be back

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  5. Clare

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointing Thanksgiving menu. Don’t do this in New Orleans. Travelled here and researched best place for a Thanksgiving dinner 6 weeks in advance for my family. Seated badly right on the end of another table right up against people at the bar. When there were open tables and we would have been more comfortable. Gumbo had to be returned, cold. Food not memorable. At the price it was not worth it. I wanted one “wow” on the menu and there was nothing special. Sadly had hoped for better treatment and service.

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  6. Michelle

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful Thanksgiving meal in a lovely atmosphere with a great view. We got a great wine recommendation from our server that our whole party enjoyed.

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  7. Ronaldo

    Caribbean

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Carol, and the manager, Sam, truly made our evening. They were both so attentive and friendly. The food was delicious but I can’t say it was 5 star quality, but our meal was very enjoyable. The atmosphere was lovely. Great service truly makes a difference. Thank you Carol and Sam! We felt special!

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  8. Gary

    New Orleans

    273 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    273 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Thanksgiving Day meal. Sides were great. Good service.

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  9. Olivia

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I’ve had since moving to New Orleans! A wonderful Thanksgiving dinner and a beautiful view of the river below. Can’t wait to try it again!

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  10. Alana

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience!! We enjoyed Nancy and team’s terrific service!! Food was delicious!

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Chemin à la Mer is rated 4.7 stars by 1148 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chemin à la Mer

2 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–15:00 Daily 17:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 10:00–15:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Donald Link
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 434-5898
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Room seats up to 12 guests and is available for all dining periods. Enjoy your own entrance onto our terrace to experience a stunning view!
  • Private party contact
    Allie Joiner: (504) 434-5898
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