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Galatoire's
Cajun and Creole Restaurant, French Restaurant, and Speakeasy$$$$
French Quarter, New Orleans
Has a stamp of approval from Food Network and Bon Appetit Magazine
"feast of Creole classics with oysters Rockefeller covered in a lava"(8 Tips)
"Crabmeat Maison is great, as is the Turtle Soup, and get a sazerac!"(3 Tips)
"The sweet potato cheesecake is amazing!!!!"(5 Tips)
"Be sure to order Cafe Brulot at the end of the meal!"(3 Tips)
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Phillip KeeneOctober 17, 2012There's a small bar at the top of the stairs, go enjoy a quiet drink up there before/after food in the bustling dining room & chat with the bartender, always get at least fun conversation.
Jarrod KlawinskyDecember 16, 2016A New Orleans must, fine creole dining at its best. Oysters Rockefeller are beyond this world. Men: Don't forget your blazer, you won't be seated without one
Jeremy FisherJanuary 19, 2020The Friday lunch in the downstairs dining room is one of the best dining experiences anywhere. Getting a table is another question (good question for a concierge)
Alexandre MunhozJuly 19, 2018One of those places that you (in theory) need to go for classic cajun food. Service was fine but no passion in the food. The menu is from the 70’s - lots of mayo and thick sauces. You need to dress up
M BayneFebruary 18, 2017I would have taken a picture of the Banana Praline Bread Pudding but there was nothing left! Amazing. I will come back for that alone...
Elizabeth BursteinMay 4, 2017Hands down the best meal I've had in New Orleans. Amazing steak prepared with mushroom, broccoli cheddar, crab and shrimp appetizer, French 75 and Kentucky reserve
Susannah Clemons BicknellJanuary 1, 2013Love everything! I always get the Godchaux Salad!Dress code is enforced. Went this past summer for lunch& all of us were dressed up& had on nice shorts.We had to go bk& change! Blazers req'd for men.
Meg LakeSeptember 13, 2014Amazing. The soft shelled crab is delicious, the oysters Rockefeller are wonderful, and the bananas foster is a treat!!
EpicuriousMarch 10, 2015Southern drawls bounce off the black-and-white checked floors and elegant mirrored walls as you soak up old-money New Orleans at its most raucous. Read more
Roger D'AquinMay 8, 2013Classic high end New Orleans food and atmosphere. A cross between 5 star elegance and a place where you walk and talk to folks. The Poisson Meunière Amandine and Oysters Rockefeller are to die for.
MarcJanuary 12, 2021Esquire: There may be no finer example of Food As Theater / Food as Culture than this landmark known for its marathon, booze-saturated Friday lunch.
Food NetworkMarch 26, 2013Too full for dessert? Order the Café Brûlot, a giant bowl of tableside-flambéed coffee with orange liqueur and spices. Via CityEats.com Read more
Talia FarenDecember 28, 2011We had the: escargot, crab maison, oysters Rockefeller, sweet potato cheesecake. They were all WONDERFUL and my kids loved them too. The place has a little wait but you can get a drink. A great meal- Jeremy FisherJanuary 21, 2015The Friday lunch is one of the best dining experiences anywhere. Arrive at 11:30 to get a table in the downstairs dining room
Check out our brand new, beautiful bar w new specialty cocktail menu in the works next door @215 bourbon st...new steakhouse and official grand opening coming in March 2013!
Es TeeApril 12, 2016Truly family owned with authentic southern hospitality. Gorgeous dining room. Souffle potatoes w remoulade are a must try- Stop by and try one of my personal signature cocktails, the 'Mona Lisa' and 'Fleur de Lisa' are growing more and more popular every Friday!
Janelle GreeneSeptember 10, 2019Alright, alright, alright. Agree that savory menu lacks excitement. But. The desserts, namely the sweet potato cheesecake and the bread pudding were.... memorable. I plan to return just for them.- Melissa FooDecember 27, 2013Try the Godchaux Salad - Bit like a shrimp cocktail meets a chef salad. Shrimp, anchovies, tomato, egg, tangy mustard dressing.
Mikala McCauleyJanuary 4, 2020Gumbo, filet mignonette, crabmeat Yvette, bread pudding... all phenomenal. One of the best restaurants I’ve been to.
Serious EatsJanuary 24, 2014The Oysters Rockefeller are not to be missed at this old-school New Orleans institution.
Brandi BruceMay 14, 2018I had been really excited, but eaten at better fine dining establishments in New Orleans. Glad I went once but won’t again
Rebecca BredholtFebruary 26, 2016We got here at 11:35 am on a Friday and could not get seated. Had to put our Names down for a 2 hour wait. We should have come by around 10 am and put our names on the list.
Siw Shauni HaugerOctober 27, 2014Wonderful food and atmosphere, dress well and males have to wear a jacket (they will lend you one).
Erin CarriganJuly 29, 2015Wasn't a huge fan of the place, but they make a good pimm's cup and they have fried oysters and good crawfish étouffée
mitzi manzanoMay 28, 2014Old school, elegant restaurant. Great special occasion venue. Loved the bone marrow appetizers
Keven ReynoldsMarch 25, 2017We had dinner here and was extremely impressed with the food and it wasn't as pricey as other places. Guys must wear a jacket of some sort, sports coat, suite coat for example.
Okra MagazineMarch 20, 2012If soft shells are in season, you will not be disappointed. And, if the mood strikes you, enter the flaming world of the Cafe Brulot head out.
Jessie ChenJanuary 16, 2015Beautiful space! Got the oysters Rockefeller based on everyone's suggestions but I think it's an acquired taste
Bobby RoughchildJune 7, 2010Hit this spot on Friday for lunch, book ahead, it's always busy. Your weekend starts here, the locals will take you under there wing! Make sure you order the deep fried soft shell crab. Read more
L JMarch 7, 2017Good/very good food, service so so...Jacket on Sunday required...come on! This is bourbon street!- EpicuriousAugust 23, 2010Get here early on Friday for lunch, because you'll be dining with the New Orleans business elite. French-Creole classics are on the menu here, like thick, peppery gumbo and steak with bearnaise sauce.
Josh LaboveJanuary 23, 2014Go more for the scenery and people watching than the food. A drink and snack and you'll feel like royalty.
Penguin TeenOctober 11, 2012Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ruta Sepetys set a party scene in her upcoming novel Out of the Easy in this restaurant. Learn more at http://www.OutoftheEasy.com
Tracy MartorelloMarch 10, 2012this place is a new Orleans must despite the Bourbon St address it is a very classy establishment with excellent food & service.- Janelle GreeneSeptember 10, 2019Sweet potato cheesecake and the bread pudding--go for those two things
Persio LogosNovember 19, 2011If asked who you want to serve you, ask for Shannon. Excellent service and knowledgeable about food. She won't steer you wrong.
Carlis LollieSeptember 13, 2014I felt like I was back in slavery days while dining here. The vintage decor, the black wait staff....but all in all it was decent.
⚜ Nimesh Patel ⚜December 22, 2015The service here is always unparallel. Remember that sport jackets are required to dine here.
Gambit New OrleansApril 24, 2013
Sherry FragsMarch 10, 2013They have a James Beard award which is impressive but I wasn't impressed with the food. Main dining room is too bright, crowded and very loud. You can get a better steak somewhere else in NOLA.
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