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Louisiana Purchase SD, San Diego, CA

Louisiana Purchase SD

4.5
4.5
733 Reviews
$31 to $50
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 85 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Conveniently set on Louisiana Street in North Park, our design of this intimate cocktail restaurant was inspired by the charm &; character of New Orleans, with creative touches of personal effects giving guests the feeling of warmth, community & fun
Architect Jeff Svitak helped create a modern interpretation of a classic French Quarter restaurant, introducing elements of wood, marble &; rich velvet. Our lush patio seating flows seamlessly into our indoor dining space, a nod to the courtyards found across the beautiful southern city.
Our rotating food menu will be dedicated to only the best seasonal ingredients, featuring big &; bold flavors from the region. Executive Chef Quinnton Austin recently relocated to San Diego from New Orleans, bringing with him an exciting wealth of knowledge &; experience in the culinary melting pot that defines southern cuisine
Alligator Cheesecake, Andouille Fried Red Beans & Rice w/Chipotle Mousse, &

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole, Regional American (Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri 15:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 723-2880
  • Website
    https://www.louisianapurchasesd.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Quintton Austin
  • Catering
    Book with us for your next special occasion, whether it's a company party, birthday celebration, wedding reception, or holiday gathering—we’d be thrilled to serve you!
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact info@louisianapurchasesd.com.
  • Location
    2305 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2719
  • Area
    North Park
  • Cross Street
    Louisiana & University
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Saturdays & Sundays // 12-3 PM

BIG BRUNCH EASIES

Saturdays & Sundays // 12-3 PM

  • CATFISH MONICA

    fried or blackened catfish filet, rice, crawfish n' cajun cream

    • DROP TOP CHICKEN FLOCK

      vanilla waffle topped with fried wings, honey butter, maple syrup n' fresh fruit

      • N' GRITS

        choice of catfish or shrimp served with creole sauce, smoked gouda grits, bacon n' green onion

        • Oxtail Omelette

          potatoes + peppers + onion + garlic + cheese + oxtail gravy

          Last updated: 27 January 2025

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          What 733 people are saying

          Overall ratings and reviews

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

          4.5
          4.5 based on recent ratings
          • 4.5Food
          • 4.4Service
          • 4.6Ambience
          • 4.2Value

          Noise • Moderate

          Review summary

          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
          Louisiana Purchase SD offers "incredible food" with a lively New Orleans vibe, featuring must-try dishes like oxtail mac and cheese and catfish. Although service can be slow during busy times, the "great ambiance" and "friendly staff" make it a popular choice for flavorful southern cuisine in San Diego.

          734 Reviews

          1. Austin

            Atlanta

            1 review

            4.0

            1 review

            Dined today

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 3
            3. Service 4
            4. Ambience 4
            Came here with a few colleagues to enjoy a creole infused experience. The Catfish and Lobster Mac are so delicious! They were out of a couple items when we dined but overall the experience was still fantastic. Definitely recommended dining here.

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          2. Ty

            VIP

            Los Angeles

            4 reviews

            5.0

            4 reviews

            Dined today

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! We felt really valued here by the staff and the food was amazing. The hostess stopped by to let us know that customers like us are who makes their day good. That meant a lot. We will be back. Can’t wait until they make their way north.

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          3. Raquel

            San Diego

            1 review

            5.0

            1 review

            Dined 1 day ago

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Food was delicious and our server was wonderful, love the outdoor seating people were very welcoming

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          4. OpenTable Diner

            San Diego

            1 review

            5.0

            1 review

            Dined 1 day ago

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Awesome food, great customer service. Highly recommend it

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          5. Carlos

            Charlotte

            1 review

            5.0

            1 review

            Dined 2 days ago

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            We came to visit San Diego for a quick long weekend and I’m still thinking about the amazing food at Louisiana Purchase. It’s rare to have perfectly great service, food and ambiance in one place. This is the type of restaurant that would make me come back to visit just to experience it all over again.

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          6. marques

            VIP

            San Francisco

            7 reviews

            5.0

            7 reviews

            Dined 7 days ago

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Delicious and sexy vibes. Great flavors, service, music, cocktails- will be back again!

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          7. Saffron

            VIP

            San Diego

            1 review

            5.0

            1 review

            Dined on 8 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            the vibes were amazing!! very casual, not too loud but not too quiet! loved the food and service!

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          8. Jeff

            San Diego

            1 review

            4.0

            1 review

            Dined on 8 February 2025

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 3
            3. Service 3
            4. Ambience 4
            food was average best was the biscuits the music was very annoying it was repetitive and the catfish was delicious but everything sub par sweet potatoes too sweet didn't taste fresh

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          9. Rachel

            San Diego

            4 reviews

            5.0

            4 reviews

            Dined on 8 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 4
            The staff was absolutely so friendly. Lucas, our waiter was so knowledgeable about the menu. Every single food item we ordered was absolutely delicious, and in my opinion leftovers the next day or even better. Definitely will be returning with friends, great food and ambience.

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          10. Megan

            Minneapolis

            2 reviews

            5.0

            2 reviews

            Dined on 3 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Flavorful and authentic food. The waiter was so knowledgeable and kind. A San Diego must go to.

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          Louisiana Purchase SD is rated 4.5 stars by 733 OpenTable diners.

          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

          Make a booking

          2 people
          19:00
          Booked 85 times today

          Order delivery or takeout

          Google Map for Louisiana Purchase SD

          2305 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2719

          Dining areas

          Additional information

          • Cross Street
            Louisiana & University
          • Area
            North Park
          • Hours of Operation
            Mon–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri 15:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
          • Price
            $31 to $50
          • Cuisines
            Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole, Regional American (Southern)
          • Dining style
            Casual Dining
          • Dress code
            Casual Dress
          • Parking details
            Street Parking
          • Payment Options
            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
          • Executive Chef
            Chef Quintton Austin
          • Additional
            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
          • Website
            https://www.louisianapurchasesd.com/
          • Phone number
            (619) 723-2880
          • Catering
            Book with us for your next special occasion, whether it's a company party, birthday celebration, wedding reception, or holiday gathering—we’d be thrilled to serve you!
          • Private party facilities
            Please contact info@louisianapurchasesd.com.
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