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Diners' Choice: Creole / Cajun / Southern restaurants in New Orleans

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Creole / Cajun / Southern cuisine in New Orleans? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Atchafalaya Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (6445)

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Garden District

About the restaurant

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.

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WRosevip

Dined 4 days ago

Our second visit here and it was just as good if not better than the first. Awesome food and the staff is great!

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Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Restaurant Rebirth

4.7

4.7 (2027)

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Warehouse District

About the restaurant

Restaurant Rebirth; Where the Locals Eat! - is one of OpenTable’s 2018 "50 Best Southern Restaurants in America”, and features regional Louisiana cuisine perfectly balancing fresh local seafood and bold Cajun flavors. South Louisiana native Chef Ricky Cheramie honed his culinary skills in some of New Orleans' top restaurants including K-Paul's, Emeril’s, and Commander's Palace. He was also influenced by time spent cooking in Boston and Maine, including a stint at the renowned Grill 23. Chef Cheramie creates food for the soul such as Country Gumbo, Blackened Scallops with Maque Choux, and Mississippi-Style Barbeque Pork Belly. Located in the historic Warehouse District, Restaurant Rebirth's intimate dining room, with exposed wood beams and original brick, showcases local art and is the perfect destination to enjoy craft cocktails, as well as a variety of spirits, wines, and local beers.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service from gumbo, fried oysters, drinks then main courses. Steak was one of best ever. Bread pudding and unique creme brûlée did not disappoint.

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Blackened Scallops

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Filet Mignon Tartare & Carpaccio

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Muriel's Jackson Square

4.7

4.7 (10273)

$50 and over

Creole / Cajun / Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

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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Kim

Dined 3 days ago

From the sweet hostess, to the funny bartender to our amazing waitress and generous restaurant manager, A+++

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Wood Grilled Pork Chop

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Shrimp and Grits

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Pain Perdu Bread Pudding

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The Pelican Club

4.6

4.6 (4540)

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

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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susan

Dined 2 days ago

Waiter was attentive and helpful with suggestions for sightseeing also since we are tourists. Scallops with artichokes were excellent as was my husband's Caesar gem. The ladies next to us had the salad with shrimp on it that looked even better bc had more sauce/dressing. My friend chicken was so good with it's perfect greens and bed of cornbread. Husband's fish filet was mild with good sauce. Pecan pie and creme brulee wonderful. Would definitely eat here again.

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The Country Club

4.8

4.8 (1168)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Bywater

About the restaurant

Hidden away in the Bywater neighborhood, The Country Club offers an elegant escape from everyday living. Our beautiful restaurant and bar deliver exquisite food and drink in sophisticated surroundings. We offer chef-driven cuisine inspired by Italian-French and Creole-Southern heritages. Our incredible menus by Chef Chris Barbato, formerly of Commander’s Palace, has all the foodies talking. Our award-winning wine program features more than 140 bottles from 13 countries and its very own private label wines. You MUST be 21 or over to dine with us. Some outdoor seating is available. If you would like to request outdoor seating, please do so when you arrive. We book up for Drag Brunch six months out, HOWEVER, as people cancel reservations they immediately become available online, so be sure to check back often. For Parties over 20 people please contact us directly.

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Paige

Dined 7 days ago

Our group of 10 did the drag brunch and it was wonderful. The food and drinks were really good and the entertainment was fab! We had a great time.

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FRIED GREEN TOMATOES & EGGS

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TRUFFLE MAC-N-CHEESE

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Porter & Luke's

4.5

4.5 (467)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Metairie

About the restaurant

Porter & luke's opened in 2012 and was selected as one of the top ten new restaurants in New Orleans. We have also been Featured in the new Fox TV food show Flip MY Food w/ Chef Jeff. We are focused on fresh quality ingredients and great service. We pride ourselves in our guests having the premier dining experience. We offfer a great variety of selections from : Italian ,Creole, Cajun as well as traditional New Orleans Cuisine. Come by porter& luke's and try one of our fabulous dishes.

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Marcovip

Dined 7 days ago

Delicious food. We had a party of 7 and service was outstanding. Waitress was very friendly and personable. Great experience.

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hot blue crab dip

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eggplant sophie

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4.5

4.5 (4777)

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

For large parties, please call (504) 934-3463.

Located in the heart of the French Quarter, on the corner of Jackson Square, Tableau is Dickie Brennan's latest production and features traditional Creole dishes with an updated approach. Enjoy courtyard dining, as well as balcony dining with some of the best views in the Quarter. Our beautiful balconies offer the best view of Jackson Square.

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Lindavip

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely fine dining. Exceptional service, innovative cocktails. The Revellion dinner was excellent. I recommend the turtle soup.

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Chicken Tableau

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Creole French Onion Soup

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Kingfish - New Orleans

4.2

4.2 (1903)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

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.

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Patrick

Dined on 28 Nov 2024

pepper crusted filet and duck with andouille gumbo were both excellent

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Savour - Sip - Social

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4.4

4.4 (928)

$50 and over

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Warehouse District

About the restaurant

Traditional southern Louisiana fare: these dishes are typically found in the homes of the Cajun people of the Bayou Lafourche region- real Cajun soul food.

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Sara

Dined 2 days ago

We visited from out of town. The place is cozy and not too loud, but the service and food were exceptional!!!! My family is still talking about it 2 days later. If we ever come back to NOLA, this is a must stop!

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Pork Chop LaPlace

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New Orleans Creole Cookery

4.2

4.2 (3350)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

You haven't experienced New Orleans until you've been to New Orleans Creole Cookery! Enjoy traditional local specialties including Red Beans & Rice, Jambalaya, Chargrilled Oysters, Blackened Redfish or our famous "Taste of New Orleans", with a sampling of favorites!

Our Bar features 5 Hurricane Categories - hold on to your hat! Along with our signature Bacon Bloody Mary, and Bourbon Street Tea. Enjoy Happy Hour 3p-6p Monday-Friday with drink specials and bar bites.

Launched by Anna Tusa of the famous New Orleans Tusa restaurant family, the New Orleans Creole Cookery boasts a spark of new-generation energy, presenting some of New Orleans’ most treasured cooking traditions in an innovative setting that speaks to the way people dine today.

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Joydeep

Dined 2 days ago

IMO best tasting local food! Great service, good menu options enables tasting a good range of dishes for NOLA first timers like us. Will be our first choice anytime we are in the area!

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Banana Foster Bread Pudding

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New Orleans Bread Pudding

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