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Dooky Chase Restaurant
Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Southern Food Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
Treme - Lafitte, New Orleans
The experts at Food Network and Eater recommend this place
"Peach cobbler is the best I've ever had!"(8 Tips)
"The lunch buffet is great!"(5 Tips)
"A lunch worthy buffet, Chef Leah Chase offers a midday creole feast."(3 Tips)
"The gumbo is by far the best I've had."(6 Tips)
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Food NetworkOctober 2, 2014Gumbo is a dish best served with a side of slow jazz on a summer night. That's the specialty at New Orleans' Dooky Chase, where John Besh has been known to lick his bowl clean! Read more
AyeJanuary 6, 2015Wow! We had the stewed chicken and stuffed shrimp! Both delish.. my fave was the chicken! Love the ambiance... Surrounded by art and jazz tunes. Very friendly staff too!- Nicole CheramieNovember 9, 2018When the original chef is still cooking in her 90's you know you've found a gem. Dooky Chase has been serving world class fried chicken and southern sides to presidents & tourists alike buffet style.
MarcJanuary 12, 2021Esquire: Locals still gussy up for lunch buffet (including legendary fried chx). Make sure somebody orders Creole classic Shrimp Clemenceau—shrimp, crispy potatoes, ham, &mushrooms in garlic.
Gerald WilsonMay 3, 2019Lunch buffet was very good, particularly the red beans and rice, spinach, and fried chicken. Very historic place and beautiful inside too.- Rory ParnessFebruary 21, 2015The gumbo is by far the best I've had. After your done eating, make sure you check out all the artwork in the many rooms
- C Love LeeAugust 23, 2017Get the lunch buffet. Honestly the fired chicken was just ok. The eggplant casserole was amazing! Red beans and rice then best I've had. Yams A++. Potato salad pretty good if you like mustard.
- Nicole CheramieNovember 27, 2018When the original chef is still cooking in her 90's you know you've found a gem. Dooky Chase has been serving world-class fried chicken and southern sides to presidents & tourists alike, buffet style.
Oliver HuangDecember 18, 2016Juiciest fried chicken I've ever had. Order it fresh, not the buffet fried chicken that sits on the tray.
Ipek EAugust 26, 2018Best fried chicken ever! Go early for the lunch buffet to skip the wait and get the warmest, juiciest pieces of chicken.
This is my must-go-to place. I stop in here every time I'm in town. I love the staff, the food, and the artwork.
Peter LadaOctober 23, 2013Old School Classic Creole: Dooky Chase. Ms. Leah Chase is a New Orleans institution in her own right, and a pillar of the African American community in New Orleans.
EaterOctober 5, 2011The fried chicken rivals that at nearby Willie Mae’s, and the fried catfish will be some of the best you’ve ever had. [Eater 38 Member]- Rick DowdenFebruary 1, 2015The lunch buffet is great! Peach cobbler is excellent! But, the wait can be a bit long for a business lunch. Go when you aren't in a hurry and savor the experience!
- D MOctober 17, 2015Old fashioned and fried chicken with some local hot sauce. Epic. Gumbo isn't all that bad either. Pecan pie is awesome too!
- Brad GrahamNovember 23, 2013This Cajun and Creole joint is famous for its classic soul food, gloriously influenced by the city's French and Italian traditions.
Carl Joseph IVAugust 14, 2015Everything is outstanding but get there early the place gets packed quick.
Micki MaynardMay 29, 2012The buffet lets you sample a bit of everything - the fried chicken and shrimp creole are go back for seconds good.
Todd BBQJanuary 13, 2012Wow Shrimp and Lima beans are superb fried chicken and fish are delicate and tasty and the peach cobbler worth the trip
Travel ChannelJanuary 25, 2012Andrew Zimmern made a stop at this legendary eatery, where he sampled Creole cooking tips from the Queen of Creole cooking, Leah Chase.
Newman WongMarch 28, 2013Awesome! I happened to be here for the Holy Thursday! Tip: reserve your table a year ahead for this event!
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out Dooky Chase as seen on Best Thing I Ever Ate , Bizarre Foods America , The Layover , Food Paradise Read more
Stephanie GrayJuly 10, 2012The food is so delicious! The staff is amazing, so sweet and helpful. Definitely a must!
Jim AndersonJune 14, 2013Try the Whole Fried Catfish - Honestly the fried chicken was better but the catfish is more photogenic
- Gambit New OrleansSeptember 4, 2012Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2012 Winner: Best Creole Restaurant Read more
Gloria ChinFebruary 19, 2013featured on bizarre foods. known for, chicken creole, fried chicken & peach cobbler- Gambit New OrleansAugust 2, 2012Warm, crumbly peach cobbler is a Dooky Chase touchstone. - Gambit's "Five in 5" Peach Plates Read more
Wayne SurberFebruary 5, 2015Recommended by @foodculturist The proprietor is in her 90s but it wasn't open when we had availability to go! :(
- Gambit New OrleansJune 19, 2013
- Teyera FletcherMarch 21, 2018In my opinion, I can’t see why this place is ranked #2. Anyways, the food is okay not the best and it’s also overhyped.
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Ricky SherrillAugust 27, 2014I have not had anything here that I would not recommend. So follow your eyes & nose.- Gambit New OrleansAugust 30, 2011Gambit's Best of New Orleans 2011 Winner: Best Soul Food Restaurant Read more
Brian WebbMay 8, 2010Great buffet, the inside is much nicer than it would seem from the outside, fried chicken is excellent!!!
Stephen HawkinsFebruary 10, 2011Just like the others say, GET THE FRIED CHICKEN!! The peach cobbler is tasty too
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Dooky Chase Restaurant
2301 Orleans Ave (at N Miro St)
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:30 PM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–9:00 PM
(504) 821-0600
Features
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Yes
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
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Table Service
Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Worth the wait! Each order comes with three beignets"
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