Cochon Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

1. Cochon Restaurant

9.1
930 Tchoupitoulas St (at Andrew Higgins St), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Lower Garden District · 205 tips and reviews

Melinda H.Melinda H.: Great atmosphere inside or outside al fresco. Call ahead for reservations. Food... Fantastic!

Eric R.Eric Rutledge: Didnt have a problem getting a seat with jeans and a t-shirt on...Was worried because of the previous tip.

Wayne S.Wayne Surber: If it's just two or three, order the small plates: Boudin, Roasted Oysters, Boucherie, Shrimp & Eggplant Dressing #wtf, Smothered Greens, Pork Cheeks Paneed. Dessert:Butterscotch pudding.

High Hat is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

2. High Hat

8.5
4500 Freret St (Jena), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Freret · 52 tips and reviews

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Heideman: The pimento mac n cheese is the best I've ever had from a restaurant. The pulled pork is also phenomenal. Red beans slightly different than the classic, w/green peppers, but very tasty!

Jenn C.Jenn Christ: High Hat bug

Miliss M.Miliss M: Tamales are delish!!!

Ralph's On The Park is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

3. Ralph's On The Park

8.7
900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · City Park · 31 tips and reviews

Peggy G.Peggy Gartin: Good things for brunch: Lobster & Tasso Eggs Benedict, Barbecue Shrimp & Cream Cheese Grits, Bananas Foster Martini.

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Bon BonBon Bon: Great Times

Liuzza's By The Track is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

4. Liuzza's By The Track

8.9
1518 N Lopez St, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Fairgrounds · 44 tips and reviews

Bob B.Bob Bolin: as a local, I think this is the best gumbo in the city...but i'm ready to be proved wrong though ;)

 ℋumorous ℋumorous: This is where Goodman's Treme character Creighton Bernette ate his last meal-Bowl of Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp Po Boy & Abita Amber.

RayKRayK: My favorite Reuben in the city!

Commander's Palace is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

5. Commander's Palace

9.0
1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Garden District · 320 tips and reviews

Angélica A.Angélica Ayala: Awesome food and drinks! You better visit this iconic NOLA Restaurant!

Food NetworkFood Network: Ignore anyone who says not to spoil your appetite on the bread basket: The free buttery garlic bread at Commander’s Palace is absolutely justifiable. Via CityEats.com Read more.

Rusty P.Rusty Prochnow: The bread pudding is outstanding.

Elizabeth's is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

6. Elizabeth's

8.9
601 Gallier St (at Chartres St), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Bywater · 178 tips and reviews

David B.David Blackman: Pro-tip: praline bacon + callas makes for a decadent bite.

MelMel: Breakfast tacos are DELICIOUS! They are so good they will get you pregnant. And your food baby will want more breakfast tacos. Ask for extra napkins.

Abby R.Abby Roc: all i can say is praline bacon.

Joey K's is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

7. Joey K's

8.0
3001 Magazine St (at 7th St), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Garden District · 59 tips and reviews

Carolyn S.Carolyn S.: Get a bowl of the gumbo. You won't be disappointed. The fried shrimp is also excellent, as is pretty much anything here.

Anna W.Anna White: Don't eat for like a week before coming here, you're going to need the room

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Summertime Drink Specials: Saturdays- $2.50 Margarita, Wednesdays- $2.50 Sangria now through August

Ye Olde College Inn is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

8. Ye Olde College Inn

8.3
3000 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Uptown - Carrollton · 19 tips and reviews

Aron H.Aron Hegyi: Had shrimp and grits at their airport location. Great quality grits, and good flavor from the chargrilled shrimp. I believe they source directly from their own farm.

Abby B.Abby Buchmeyer: The Fried Bread Pudding is absolutely fantastic.

EaterEater: Chef Brad McGeehee, who doesn't just source locally, but in-house, creates daily specials showcasing produce (and eggs) from the restaurant's own farm. [Eater 38 Member]

The Camellia Grill is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

9. The Camellia Grill

8.5
626 S Carrollton Ave (btwn St Charles Ave & Hampson St), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Uptown - Carrollton · 130 tips and reviews

Dave C.Dave Cariello: A New Orleans landmark. Everyone loves the freeze's.

Mary Mitchell H.Mary Mitchell Henry: Make sure to knuckle punch the dudes workin there!!

Reilly R.Reilly Rendeiro: No mo' waffles...this shit is twisted

Chubbie's is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

10. Chubbie's

8.1
4850 General Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Algiers · 4 tips and reviews

Roger K.Roger Kitchens: Some of the best fried chicken in the city!! The biscuits are my favorite.

Roger K.Roger Kitchens: The chicken is great and but don't forget the biscuits - they are fantastic!!

Lisa H.Lisa Heindel: The onion rings are fantastic!

Manchu Food Store is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

11. Manchu Food Store

8.2
1413 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Seventh Ward · 17 tips and reviews

Waverly H.Waverly Humphrey: You ain't ready! Hands down! The best f*#@kin chicken wings. Can't stop thinking of them.

 ℋumorous ℋumorous: Likely the most sketchy place a tourist would never #Pärtāke™ great wings. Don’t be scared!

Nicho T.Nicho Tusa: Best chicken wings in the city

Melba's Old School Po Boys is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

12. Melba's Old School Po Boys

7.9
1525 Elysian Fields Ave (North Claiborne Ave), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · St. Roch · 18 tips and reviews

Adu G.Adu G: Daiquiris! With extra shots on the side please!

Tony F.Tony Felix: Shirmp Sandwhich

J D.J D: 24 hour joint that serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and alcohol. Can't get any better than that.

Marigny Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

13. Marigny Brasserie

7.8
640 Frenchmen St (at Royal), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Marigny · 75 tips and reviews

Eric T.Eric Tigre: On the corner of Frenchman Street and Royal, Marigny Brasserie beckons with local Cajun, Creole and Italian fare. Enjoy a bowl of chicken and andouille sausage gumbo with an Abita beer for lunch. Read more.

Michael S.Michael Short: Try the grilled watermelon salad...new chef Thad Allen is enhancing the menu with some great new items and ideas!

Danny H.Danny Holloman: Don't listen to nay sayers. Food great, they recently redid the menu to include sandwiches which are great! Service and cocktails were exceptional.

Willie Mae's Scotch House is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

14. Willie Mae's Scotch House

8.0
2401 Saint Ann St (Tonti Street), New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Treme - Lafitte · 183 tips and reviews

Shaina (CreoleChick)Shaina (CreoleChick): Great fried chicken (best by some opinions, #2 in mine), good red beans, but definitely the best cornbread. Short hours, long lines...but worth at least a trip. Possible celebrity sightings... I did.

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Andrew Zimmern visited the Treme neighborhood where residents are still rebuilding after the damage left by hurricane Katrina. This special place is going strong, serving their famous fried chicken.

EaterEater: Amazing fried chicken, often called the best in town. The food and atmosphere are quintessential New Orleans, among the best you’ll find in town. [Eater 38 Member]

Mr. Everything Cafe is one of The 15 Best Southern Food Restaurants in New Orleans.

15. Mr. Everything Cafe

7.8
400 S Broad St, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Mid-City · 6 tips and reviews

Monchel W.Monchel Williams: The yellow rice dishes are the best! You can choose either Salmon, shrimp, chicken, or lamb!

Dondra S.Dondra Smith: Lamb and rice

Kevin H.Kevin Hayes: Nice local place. Struck up a conversation with another patron. Ordered the veggie rice plate. Pretty tasty and just wished there was more of it. Also had a few more dishes that I'd like to try next.