The Italian Barrel

Name: The Italian Barrel
Address: 1240 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA, United States, 70116
Telephone: (504) 569-0198
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3452 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

The Italian Barrel

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

French Quarter

Make a booking

2 people

14 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Fine dining awaits you in our intimate dining area. Both indoor & outdoor as well as seating at our premier handcraft bar. Our marble-top bar greets you upon entry, you will find yourself in candle light looking at white linen tables that are positioned on beautiful wood and brick flooring surrounded by bottles of fine Italian wines. The Chef and Owner Samantha Castagnetti brings her city in Northern Italia to you via overnight shipments of imported Italian foods and boast over 40 wines almost all are served by the glass- 14 years and counting.. Come and see what everyone raves about!
Authentic food is an understatement - this is the real thing. Reservations are most welcomed and taken only through OpenTable for parties of 12 or less.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00–22:30
Phone number
(504) 569-0198
Website
http://www.theitalianbarrel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Samantha Castagnetti /Owner
Catering
Catering: 504.982.6969
Private party facilities
Private Events:504.982.6969

Location
1240 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
Area
French Quarter
Cross Street
Decatur Street/Barracks
Parking details
French Market parking lot located 1 block away on the river.
Public transit
Street car stops just one block away
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine

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Experiences

2024 Christmas At The Italian Barrel
25 Dec 2024 only
Happy Holidays from our family to yours! Join us Christmas Day from 11-8 p.m. for Executive Chef and Owner Samantha Castagnetti's exclusive 5-course menu. Features include her signature Pear Salad to her very own inspired Italian-Style Veal Meatloaf. This once a year spectacular is priced at $95 per person excluding taxes, gratuity, & beverages. 20 percent service charge added to all bills. Children 10 and under 4 course option available -$60. All seating is based on first come first serve basis & require reservations via OpenTable Book now for the best Northern Italian Christmas Experience! Be apart of 16 wonderful years of providing exceptional holiday service to our guests! Vegetarian/Vegan option available for substitution.

Popular dishes

BruschettaUS$16.00
Fresh marinated cherry tomatoes and garlic over toasted ciabatta bread topped with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and basil
BresaolaUS$18.00
Bed of organic arugula with a thinly sliced cured beef, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano & finished with lemon infused olive oil
Polpette di VitelloUS$16.00
Italian style veal meatball in a red sauce
MusselsUS$25.00
Fresh Prince Edward Isle Mussels sautéed in white wine, parsley, and garlic
ClamsUS$28.00
Cherry stone Clams in white wine, garlic, butter, and parsley
Tortino di PolentaUS$16.00
Polenta cake infused with white truffle oil topped with oyster mushrooms
Prosciutto e MeloneUS$18.00
Fresh Cantaloupe topped with 24 month aged Parma Prosciutto
Imported Italian Cheeses Platter
Chef's selection of imported cheeses accompanied with imported crackers and honeys
- Piccolo US$36.00
- Grande US$69.00
Imported Italian Cold Cuts
Chef’s selection of imported cold cuts with Italian bread sticks, crackers and hot ciabatta bread
- Piccolo US$35.00
- Grande US$65.00

Insalate

Jumbo Lump Crabmeat MartiniUS$20.00
Mixed greens and cherry tomatoes topped with Jumbo Lump Crab Topped with emulsified herb vinaigrette
Nicoletta SaladUS$14.00
Mixed greens, shaved red onions, cherry mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomato tossed with a basil and balsamic vinaigrette
Ahi Tuna SaladUS$29.00
Mixed greens, red and yellow cherry tomatoes, avocado, toasted sesame seeds & mango with cilantro lime vinaigrette
ItaliaUS$23.00
Fresh tomatoes, basil, and imported fresh “bufala” mozzarella
House SaladUS$10.00
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots with house dressing

NO SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED -Please advise your server of any food allergies.

For parties 5 or more 20% gratuity will be added. Split charge for all meals $4 -NO separate checks-

What 3,452 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
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Orleans / Louisiana
Romantic
New Orleans / Louisiana
Great for scenic views
New Orleans / Louisiana
Italian
New Orleans
Romantic
New Orleans
Great for scenic views
New Orleans
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Italian Barrel offers a "perfect Italian meal" in New Orleans with "authentic tasting" dishes and an "amazing" atmosphere. Diners praise the "outstanding" service and "fabulous" food. While some find it "a little expensive," many consider it a "hidden gem." The restaurant ensures a "great experience" with a "good-sized wine list."

3,452 Reviews

D
Deborah
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an amazing quaint restaurant without standing food and great wine list actually went twice during our stay here in New Orleans
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Ginger
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service! Freshly made pasta! Don’t miss this restaurant.
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Rhett
New Orleans
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful lunch. The Staff was wonderful.
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Paden
Atlanta Metro
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing restaurant and service!! We will be back.
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Bobby
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the bar with Dan… great service! Food was great.
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MaryLou
Las Vegas
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best authentic Italian restaurants I’ve ever been to. Quality of food was amazing and the service was great. It’s a little gem in New Orleans. Best veal I ever had. Highly recommend it if you visit New Orleans! We are definitely going back
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Jennifer
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Expensive but worth it. Our food was delicious all the way from the focaccia bread to the dessert coffee. Service was attentive and friendly. Atmosphere was upscale and cozy.
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Tim
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, perfect place for a holiday dinner. We were there Thanksgiving night and had a perfect evening. The wait staff was exceptionally good and food could not have been any better.
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Jo
Washington DC
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Our experience at this restaurant was disappointing and fell far short of expectations. While the service was good, everything else left much to be desired. We were seated outside on a particularly cold night, and no heaters were provided, making the experience feel like dining in Alaska. Unfortunately, we hadn’t anticipated this and were left shivering throughout the meal. The food was also underwhelming; neither my wife nor I enjoyed our dishes. The combination of being cold and hungry made the evening feel like the worst possible situation. Overall, the dining experience did not live up to the hype or advertising. In hindsight, we would have chosen a different restaurant. Unfortunately, this seems to reflect the common reputation of some restaurants in New Orleans !
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Janet
Las Vegas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great! Service was top notch as always ❤️
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FAQs

The Italian Barrel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 569-0198.

The Italian Barrel is rated 4.7 stars by 3452 OpenTable diners.

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

The Italian Barrel

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

French Quarter

Make a booking

2 people

14 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1240 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Decatur Street/Barracks
Area
French Quarter
Hours of Operation
Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00–22:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
French Market parking lot located 1 block away on the river.
Public transit
Street car stops just one block away
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Samantha Castagnetti /Owner
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine

Website
http://www.theitalianbarrel.com/
Phone number
(504) 569-0198
Catering
Catering: 504.982.6969
Private party facilities
Private Events:504.982.6969

The Italian Barrel

The Italian Barrel

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Lasagna

Spaghetti and Veal Meatball

Pumpkin Ravioli

Antipasti

BruschettaUS$16.00

BresaolaUS$18.00

Polpette di VitelloUS$16.00

MusselsUS$25.00

ClamsUS$28.00

Tortino di PolentaUS$16.00

Prosciutto e MeloneUS$18.00

Imported Italian Cheeses Platter

Imported Italian Cold Cuts

Insalate

Jumbo Lump Crabmeat MartiniUS$20.00

Nicoletta SaladUS$14.00

Ahi Tuna SaladUS$29.00

ItaliaUS$23.00

House SaladUS$10.00

NO SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED -Please advise your server of any food allergies.

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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The Italian Barrel

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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