Suggestions for Cajun and Creole Restaurant near Central Business District, New Orleans

Bitches Who Brunch • May 16, 2017This popular seafood chain lives up to its buzz and is worth the wait. We slurped down enormous fresh oysters and inhaled shrimp po’boys. It’s a classic must-visit for lunch before all that drinking.

Cameron D. • January 22, 2019Definitely pricy, but a great date spot with excellent food. I had the pork loin and it was awesome.

brad h. • April 17, 2019Several items were very good and the service was attentive and friendly. Recommend the shrimp tacos, corn off the cob, pork chop

Robin B. • February 16, 2016Shrimp and gouda grits, crab claws with texas toast for dipping, and grilled oysters with bacon and cheese!!! Delicious.

Julie J. • May 26, 2013Try the Palace Eggs (Half Order) - My dish.....so glad I ordered the appetizer size!

Richard B. • July 25, 2011Huge burgers and fries - both very good. Baked bread disappointing. Great food and service

Brian P. • November 16, 2015Brunch is great. Best Shrimp & Grits I've found. Made with Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Creamy Grits and Red-eye Gravy. The Crab-cake was solid too, very little filler.

Anna P. • January 1, 2013Searching for a shorter wait time for breakfast, were stumbled upon Mena’s. The rice and beans are awesome and the homemade Italian dressing is delicious. Felt like we discovered a local treasure.

Nelson V. G. • January 28, 2018Porterhouse was delicious, Mac n’ cheese was creamy and balanced flavor. Mushrooms were outstanding. Great cocktails, try the Pimm’s cup.

Daniya T. • March 8, 2014A local recommended it. Impeccable service, amazing food and drinks. I came for late lunch and was one of only few customers. Seafood gumbo and sazerac were the best I tried.

Eric G. • May 26, 2017Ferdi special was a monstrous and delicious pork variety sandwich. Bring your appetite or plan to share. Everyone at our table seemed to be happy and full. Super-sweet ladies running the place, too!

Lance C. • October 15, 2018Great red snapper! Loved the mustard sauce.

Luiz G. • October 3, 2018Oysters are awesome Don’t miss the oyster starter , it’s unbelievable!

Thea R. • April 19, 2014Get the char grilled oysters, fried catfish & fried crawfish!! 😜

Michael M. • July 10, 2017Great food and bourbon. Also a nice draft beer selection and dessert menu.

Rene H. • September 15, 2023Gulf catch meal was delicious as was the gulf shrimp pasta meal

Tia P. • May 24, 2013Great for late night dining! Shrimp PoBoy was delicious!!

Andrew Z. • December 31, 2014Absolutely love this place! You can get delicious Fried Catfish Filet Plate with your choice just for $10.

Stephen S. • June 23, 2015Come for the breakfast and stay for the drinks. The biscuits rock as do the Benedict's 3 Way's. A perfect brunch option and hang over cure.

Gabriel H. • February 18, 2015Great breakfast spot. Get the eggs, grits and biscuit combo

Tye W. • February 18, 2015The shrimp po boy gets five stars! A friend had the ribs and Mac & cheese and said it was fantastic.

Luciana G. • March 8, 2015The Shrimp Linguine is delicious. The Chicken Rosemarino is to die for (and a large portion too). The Veal Marcella I would pass on.

Brett H. • March 5, 2014Had the appetizer sampler. Frog legs are tasty!

Adam S. • May 8, 2014Very good! Had the Gulf Fish plate. Everything was tasty. They made the perfect Sazerac, too! The place is relatively new. Go! Before everyone finds out about it and you have to wait.

Erin D. • April 24, 2013Fantastic place! Great rehab job on the building and interior and the upstairs party space is fab. Order the BBQ shrimp app is delish.

W. Vincent P. • May 15, 2013They took the shrimp pasta New Orleans style off the lunch menu, but you can still get it if you request it; it's a must try!

Alex B. • January 13, 2018If you’re staying at the Roosevelt and you get breakfast, make sure to have the Bananas Foster French Toast, it is SO GOOD!!!

Kameron P. • July 17, 2017The Garlic Honey glazed wings are Uh-mazing!!! Definitely recommend. They also have tons beer options.

Becky E. • February 13, 2017Cajun fries, crawfish poppers & Muffalata sandwich was great! Would come back again to try more!

William S. • January 11, 2014Shrimp poboy rocks.