My whole dining experience at Chemin A La Mer was excellent! Located on the first floor inside the Four Seasons New Orleans, the interior design gave off a Great Gatsby jazz aesthetic, which was very pleasing to the eye. Our server, Stacia, was very nice and knowledgeable whenever we had any questions about the menu or the restaurant in general. For appetizers, we got their Half Dozen Raw Oysters with Sugar Cane Mignionette & Cocktail Sauce on the side. The oysters were a bit small & just okay, but the sugar cane mignonette enhanced the flavor to a whole other level! For entrees, I got their Cajun Spice Drum with Eggplant Rice & Blue Crab and my friend got their Ribeye Steak & Fries with a house made Garlic Aioli Sauce. So delicious!! The portions for the blue crab were huge, and the drum was baked and blended very well with the eggplant rice. As for the ribeye, my friend said it was very juicy and flavorful. He said that the Garlic Aioli Sauce was his favorite, as it had the right amount of zest to it when dipped with the fries. For our side dish, we got their Maggie's Mushrooms. The mushrooms were seasoned very well. As for drinks, I just got an Arnold Palmer (half iced tea & half lemonade), but it was still very good. As for desserts, we got their Coconut Cream Pie & Crème Brûlée. They were both so delicious! The crème brûlée was so crisp from the torching process. As for the coconut cream pie, the coconut flavor was so rich and blended well with the caramelized pineapple slices. Overall, Chemin A La Mer knocked it out of the park with not only presentation, but also service and taste. It's well worth a visit if you're looking for a new fancy restaurant in New Orleans! read more

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Located in The Four Seasons on the 5th floor, this hidden gem overseas The Mississippi River. Absolutely loved the food, ambiance and service! Our table tender was attentive, had a great personality and loved how caring she was when my friend showed discomfort. She noticed immediately and asked if she could do anything to make it better! One of the reasons why I'm coming back. Now, let's get to the food! We ordered the crabcakes and baked feta as our appetizers, a medium rare ribeye and the special which was the lobster radiatore as our entrees. Everything was DELICIOUS. Every bite was savored and felt. My favorite were the crabcakes. It had a kick to it so if you don't like spice, I would opt for a different appetizer. The baked feta was also spicy. Steak was cooked to perfection. We tasted the rosemary w/ garlic and I'm not complaining. Lastly, the lobster radiatore. It was creamy and packed with a punch. It was spicy, had a strong lobster presence and just overall a great entree to pair w the steak! read more

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A nice spot to stop by at the Four Seasons. Enjoyed the wedge salad, particularly the dressing. read more

Chemin A La Mer - Gumbo - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Very disappointed on several fronts. Came in on a Saturday night at 6:15. Was a bit surprised that this was the only nice steak house I could get a reservation for the day of, and had my choice of times. In spite of the Yelp ratings, that should have been a huge red flag. Ordered the Old Fashioned from the menu that was very good. Tried to find a bottle of Cabernet for under $150. There were none and only one cab by the glass at $30, so we opted for that (that same bottle sold for $165...math doesn't add up). The menu does not have a lot of variety. No garden salad, so I started with the gumbo. It was good, but would have been better with some bread. We each ordered the ribeye medium with a side of mushrooms and a twice baked potato. The sides were excellent, but the steak was over cooked. To make matters worse, our server was not paying attention so I had to ask another to have our server or a manager come over. The manager came by and promptly took both steaks away to have them remade and comped us another glass of wine. Nice gesture. However, the second steaks were no better than the first. I asked the manager if he really considered what we were looking at to be medium. He assured me it was and held the table light by the steak so I could see it better. You can see by the picture of the second steaks that it was not cooked right either. When the check came, they comped one of the steaks, but not both. Not sure what their logic was, as neither of us ate much of either. Told the server the same and Mr. Manager came back over with both comped. Apparently they were trying to get every red cent out of the few people in the joint! read more

Chemin A La Mer - Ribeye, asked to be cooked medium, was over done...twice! - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

My group and I came to chemin à la mer on a Monday at around 8:30 and got sat right away. The restaurant was practically empty, except for a couple of businessmen who looked like they planned a dinner and meeting combo, lol. But that on top of the emptiness makes sense with the location, hotel, day and time. Pam took care of us and was a joy as our server. She knew the menu very well and was able to answer all our questions on top of being helpful and productive throughout our visit. We had the skirt steak and king Salmon with a side of fries and stuffed potatoes. The skirt steak was cooked to medium and it was amazingg! Pam asked how I'd like it cooked and suggested it to be cooked at medium rare. I couldn't do that since I'm barely starting to get used to my steaks being cooked at medium, but it was still absolutely delicious. The sauce that was glazed on top, as well as the seasoning of the steak killed it!! The salmon was also delicious. Very flavorful. The stuffed potatoes were ok, we liked their side of fries more than that. Drinks were tasty and refreshing. Worth the price. We also got dessert, a chocolate cake and apple pie. I wasn't expecting to like the apple pie, but wow was that good! And the chocolate cake isn't just any boring cake. Once you break the cake, a chocolaty liquid melts out onto your plate, it was perfection. The restaurant itself is beautiful. They're located on the 14th (if I'm not mistaken) floor and have the best location for beautiful views of downtown New Orleans and the waterfront. I'm still thinking about that special sauce on the skirt steak (heart eyes). Thank u for a wonderful dinner! read more

Chemin A La Mer - Apple pie and chocolate cake - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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No photos necessary. This place is hands down 5 stars and worth every penny. The food is on point. Amenicé is perfect over looking the river. The service is 5 stars. They make sure to give you a well-detailed experience from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave. Very well selected menu with which you will not go wrong with any choice you make. My recommendation: NY Strip, mushrooms, asparagus, crab cake app, dine Pinot Noir. Done and done. Top it off with a dessert if your choice. read more

We came after a visit to the spa for lunch. I was craving something light but the only salad on the menu was a chicken salad. I asked to replace the chicken with shrimp and our server happily accommodated my request. My friend ordered the steak frites. She was happy with her order. My salad however was lacking in flavor. I'm a fan of lots of toppings but this salad was mostly bare aside from the shrimp. Just a lesson learned not to come here for a basic salad that cost $30. Next time I'll just get a steak too! The service was decent but a little slow considering we were the only patrons at the time. I mostly enjoyed my visit here but some things were left to be desired. read more

Chemin A La Mer - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Dined last night for my birthday and it was amazing! Pam our server was great! And honestly all of the staff were so nice. I had the celestial horizon cocktail and I knew it would be amazing when I saw it had St. Germaine in it! It was so refreshing and delicious! For dinner, we started with the crawfish and grits. It was really good! Just add a little salt to your liking. The chef sent something to the table that was also delicious!!! And then our entrees!!!! I was stuck deciding between the Drum entree and the duck confit. Pam with the descriptions of each didn't make it easier because I'm definitely trying the duck next time! I got the drum and it was a winner! My boyfriend was happy I got it too, lol. He got the ribeye and enjoyed it. His only dislike was the sauce on top that he wasn't aware of before ordering. Oh and his twice baked potato was delicious!!!! Overall everything was great and we can't wait to come back. I hate I didn't get pictures but we were hungry lol! read more

My Husband and I had a delicious Breakfast here this Morning.Valet Guys are kind . The Valet Guy Darrell is very Cool and awesome. The Host Manard is very inviting and he remember our names. The Manager Chad was very professional.Our Server Hailey is a keeper. She is great. Lots of Team Work.The food was succulent. The bartender was awesome. The Restaurant had a great vibe. read more

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I visited here for the first time this evening. I parked in a nearby parking lot for a quite expensive cost but that was expected given the area. I enjoyed the ambiance and the view of the water. The staff were polite and provided great service. I ordered the seafood gumbo and the chocolate mousse dessert. I enjoyed them both. I had a really great experience here and I would return. read more

Chemin A La Mer - Chocolate Mousse Dessert - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Such a great experience that I forgot to capture in pics. I came here for dinner with a group of friends celebrating a birthday. We had a toddler and 18 month old with us and the staff was super sweet and accommodating with them. At one point when they got fussy, they even got us some warm milk and had crayons and a coloring page at the table prior to seating us. Our party was also mostly halal and she was incredible thorough in explaining the menu options and amendments the chefs could make to accommodate us. For my friend who has not had a restaurant steak in years, he was thrilled to have this option at a fine dining restaurant. Cc our server was amazing! Her positive attitude, and hospitality were all the more amplified by her spot on suggestions. The table as a whole ordered both the blackened drum and the skirt steak, cooked at different temps. Both were delicious and prepared to our liking. Portions were also generous, which was a pleasant surprise. Prior to our main courses were shared several apps with the Shrimp Rafaello and baked feta being our favorites. We finished our dinner off with the crème brûlée and chocolate bomb. Both were incredible and the perfect size for our very full bellies. read more

We had a lovely Christmas Day meal overlooking this MS River from our table! The placed was packed, but all staff handled it with the utmost professionalism. Our waitress was attentive and recommended one of the specials, the lamb, which we thoroughly enjoyed! The oysters were icy cold and the cocktail plus mignonette sauces paired perfectly! Do not skip ordering Donald's seafood gumbo - outstanding! We are glad to have selected this spot for our holiday meal & will return in the future for a special occasion. read more

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We have been here twice now. We love eating on the balcony with the river view! Service is outstanding, food is spectaular and for this level of dining its very reasonable. It's a great addition to the Nola dining scene. And do take the time to have a cocktail in the lobby bar. It is beautiful! read more

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Great breakfast buffet, and nice decor and ambiance. Love the view and the service is great. The crawfish egg dish, overnight oats, juice shots, and glazed beignets were the standout dishes. The shrimp and grits was also good. read more

Oh my gosh! From the moment you step inside until you're finished they treat you so well. The food was phenomenal. Oysters, Crudo, Bone Marrow, skirt steak, a creamed spinach and mashed potatoes. 10/10 will be back in a few months and can't wait to bring a larger party of people with me! The views are stunning read more

The ambiance was nice and quiet, so you can have a conversation. All the appetizers were extremely tasty and well done. The shrimp entree was unfortunately too salty. The desserts looked fantastic but were way too sweet for my taste. read more

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My boyfriend surprised me for my birthday by taking me here but unfortunately the service was not up to par. Coming from the service industry myself it was disappointing. Our server was a tall bigger man idk his name, apps and drinks came out fine. We ordered steaks , medium/ medium rare. It took 45 minutes for them to come out. The server didn't check on us or update us at all we had to flag a manger down to get an eta. Mind you the server only had 2 other tables. My boyfriend also noted in the res request for a bday candle or any kind of special bday accommodations we didn't even get that. We asked for Togo plates the server swapped our meals around in the box. When we left the server gave us a discount sticker for validated valet and we didn't even receive that. So disappointing.. for spending almost $500 on dinner I expect way higher standards read more

The pathway to the sea meaning the river? I don't know but let's not get caught up on the meaning of the name. Let's talk about the meat and potatoes of the experience. Let's start with the service - our server Jacob was fantastic. He recommended some great items and probably one of the best servers we had during our 5 day NOLA experience. 6 out of 5 stars for Jacob! The ambiance of the place 5/5. Beautiful view. Super cozy table with pillows. Now as for the food 3.5/5. We ordered the gumbo, the baked feta, and the fish of the day which was a sword fish with some sea food. The fish was very good. The baked feta was good and the gumbo was good but for the price and portion size I expected great all around. My wife and I also ordered an Arnold Palmer for each of us. Had a craving I guess. $8 is a bit step for an Arnold Palmer but didn't realize when they brought us a refill it was another $8 each. $32 is excessive for iced tea and lemonade. I really did enjoy the experience but not sure I will be a repeat customer. read more

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Overall solid experience. You know what you're getting at the Four Seasons: world class service and food. Ask for a table near the windows - the restaurant is on the 5th floor and looks out over the Mississippi river. We saw multiple cargo ships and river cruises float by - pretty cool stuff. Our sommelier was from the Toronto Four Seasons - she had been flown in to help with Mardi Gras demand - and was excellent (go Canada). Being in NOLA, went seafood heavy, and were not disappointed. Highlights include the shrimp, the black drum, and the mashed potatoes. For some reason we ran the gamut on the deserts. The crème brûlée was stand out. Definitely recommend if you want an upscale dinner in New Orleans to impress. read more

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We live in the "next door state" - Texas - and always grab an opportunity to visit Cajun country for great food, new restaurants, local flavors. Chemin à la Mer was a new experience, chosen because it was acclaimed by the travel writers and because of Donald Link's reputation. Our group of 4 foodies left highly disappointed and we will not be back! 2 steak tartare appetizers were oversalted and not edible, so was a spinach side dish. They were replaced, but that's not the point. The fish entree, split by 2 members of our party, was way overcooked and dry. I ordered the gumbo, since I am a great fan of good, homemade gumbo. Disappointed again. Watery, barely any flavor. No oyster in sight. Highly unusual for me, I asked for Crystal sauce to awaken what the kitchen had missed. The restaurant was busy but not stretched. Service was sloppy. Nobody inquiring about the food experience, silverware missing, etc. We had to stop a manager walking bye to return ruined food items. Service should be volunteered! Service should be attentive! The following day, I checked whether Mr. Link is still involved in the operation of this establishment. I could not find anything to the contrary. A completely overrated and therefore overpriced restaurant that needs some major adjustments if the ambition is to climb the culinary rankings. read more

My mom and I went here for lunch post aquarium. We sat with a lovely view of the river. It's a beautiful space and service was great. I started with oysters, which were delic. I got the fried chicken sandwich, and though the bun wasn't up to the task, it was still delicious. My mom got the moules frites I believe. We then got a cheese plate and a dessert, which is escaping me now. We met our new favorite cheese here haha, Brillat-Savarin. So good!! This was a lovely lunch and definitely recommend. read more

Chemin A La Mer - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Everything about this place is amazing. Went for a birthday dinner on a Tuesday night. Had reservations which was good because the place was packed. We had booked to sit on the balcony which was beautiful. You have views of the river and we got a nice breeze. The food was phenomenal. Our server was so kind and very attentive. Overall such a good experience. Highly recommend for a special occasion!!! read more

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Go for the $2 oyster happy hour (3 to 6 p.m. every day). Stay for absolutely everything else. Located on the second floor of the Four Seasons hotel, Chef Donald Link's classy restaurant was the loveliest place to stop in for a late afternoon meal or snack. The menu seems to be extremely warm-weather friendly with numerous cold or cooling options on offer. On our May visit, a light breeze washed over us as we dined on the shaded balcony overlooking the Mississippi -- quite welcome for wimpy northerners who only recently graduated from ski season. All of us, including the children, were head over heels enamoured with the hamachi crudo. The dish was an artful composition of incredibly fresh, sweet, razor thin slices of yellowtail dressed with olive oil, capers, lemon, and crunchy sea salt. The portion size was minuscule for the price, but the quality was exceptionally high and Eiji Ichimura flashed briefly to my mind. I would not be surprised if the hamachi crudo at Chemin a la Mer is to other New Orleans crudos what Ichimura-san's sushi is to other NYC sushi -- which is to say grossly expensive, but not clearly overpriced given the truly exceptional quality. The beef tartare was also excellent and decadent, the meat noticeably fresh and flavorful. Unlike the crudo, the portion size was large and consuming it, especially alongside the perfectly fried, greaseless French fries, was like eating a very rich and savory dessert. The beets and burrata with Compostella Farm arugula, crispy quinoa and citrus was no less decadent with its lovely textures and flavors. Chef Link should perhaps earn a Michelin star for this dish alone. Creamy, sweet burrata played so beautifully well with the slight bitterness of arugula, acidic citrus dressing, sweet-crisp beets, and surprising pop of (deep fried?) quinoa. There wasn't an ingredient that was out of place or unnecessary. Impressively in our view, there was even a children's menu, which included sliders and a choice of fruit or vegetable matter (or fries, I believe). These were well made by our children's accounts. Of course, we had to specially request our low-brow ketchup on the side. :) The oysters that lured me in were, surprisingly, the weakest part of our meal, shucked with bits of shell left in, most of the liquor leaked away, and served with some basic mignonette and cocktail sauce for garnish. Sizes varied a great deal and although some oysters were sweet, others were surprisingly tasteless. The oysters I had at The Salted Pearl a few hours later (yes, I am a disgusting oyster glutton) were much, much better. There were happy hour sauvignon blanc and rose on offer, which were poured from bottles that hadn't been too long opened and were pleasant enough with the oysters. We had the good luck of stumbling across Chemin a la Mer on this visit. Next time, it will be well and properly bookmarked as a destination. read more

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This was the first restaurant I visited during my recent trip to NOLA and the bar was set high for the restaurants that followed. I had reserved a table on the outdoor deck overlooking the Mississippi River, but it was a cool, windy, and overcast day with a bit of a drizzle, so we were seated at a table right next to the window. We still got a very nice view of the river. We enjoyed a lovely brunch with top-notched service. The wait staff was very attentive and took excellent care of us. I ordered a quiche, orange juice, and coffee. The quiche was very light and fluffy, definitely the best I've ever had! It practically melted in my mouth! My colleague ordered the Croque Madame and throughly enjoyed her dish. The men ordered eggs and sausage, nothing fancy, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. The restaurant itself was beautiful and elegant. What was most impressive was the stunning chandelier in the Four Seasons Hotel lobby, which led to the pathway heading towards the restaurant entrance. read more

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After reading the reviews we were all excited to try this place out. We had lunch reservations and We dressed up thinking it might be fancy being located in the 4 season, wrong. It's next to the pool and gym. No need to be dressy. Ismael was our waiter and he did a good job but ghosted us in the middle of our meal so he could eat his lunch. The others filled in for him. No biggie. We started with the fried quail legs and steamed shrimp. I've always disliked unpeeled shrimp and I still don't like them. They were undercooked which made peeling them a nightmare. They were said to be spicy but that wasn't the case. The beer batter on the quail legs was blah. I only ate one and left the rest for the others. Neither of which wanted to eat the last one for the same reason. Once again, no flavor. Next we had to try the roux-less gumbo. This did have a lot of spice but it wasn't cayenne. We thought it must be some sort of pepper oil based on how the heat lingered. The gumbo was ok but I'd never order it again. I had their daily special which was a fried chicken sandwich served on a brioche bun. I had to send the first one back because it was burned. The second one was edible but once again had zero flavor. I asked for crystals hot sauce to add flavor to the chicken. My wife had the duck confit because we love duck confit. However, it was over cooked and had zero flavor. It was served on some white beans with no taste. Buddy had a vegetarian option that was a grit cake with mushrooms. The shrooms had flavor but that was it. The $9 bread portion was bland wheat bread. Donald Link is a great chef. I have one of his cookbooks and I use it frequently. This place was a complete disappointment. Maybe it was due to us eating lunch and not dinner. Maybe they all had an off day. But for $300 I expect more. My old saying about hotels rarely having good food still stands true. We left hungry and found a Lucky Dog cart for the WIN!!!! read more

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Went on a evening date here and the food was amazing! Our server was attentive and nice as well. Loved the drum meal! It was so good and had a lot of crab meat on top !! The drinks were both tasty as well. I tried the salmon dish as well. Felt like a healthier meal but still tasty! read more

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The hostess was looking down at her phone when I walked in, and neither she nor my server asked if it was my first time there, if I was celebrating anything special, or offered information about daily specials or popular dishes. I was hoping to sit outside but outdoor seating wasn't offered. I liked the decor and the complimentary hors d'oeuvre from the chef. It was a bite sized dish similar to a fried wonton. I don't remember the name of it because the food runner said what it was quickly. The bathroom was also clean, which I appreciated. Overall the service was slow and my server wasn't too attentive to me. I noticed she was sparking up conversation and bringing out free desserts for celebrations to diners at her other tables. The burger wasn't medium well as ordered but I didn't have time to send it back because I was on a tight schedule. When I was ready to check out, it took a long time for the server to bring me the check and process my payment. I almost went to the host stand to ask for assistance. As a result, I ended up being late to an event I was attending. I'm a local and came here because I wanted an elevated experience and quality food before attending an event nearby, but I wish I had just gone to Shake Shack for the experience I had. Also, if you choose to dine here, I recommend bringing a jacket because it's uncomfortably cold in the restaurant. Ironically I noticed a different server bring a diner a shawl and place it on her at a different table. read more

Chemin A La Mer - Cheeseburger and fries - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Phenomenal food and dining experience. Food is a culinary masterpiece on every plate.

I enjoyed dinner here when there was a 5 course Chef's tasting menu. Everything was absolutely delicious. Some of the food did take a while to come in between courses, but I did not mind because the ambience was beautiful. But this is important to keep in mind as you do pay for valet by the hour. There was live music and the crowd was very engaged with the music and atmosphere. The dining area overlooks the Mississippi River. The staff and service were amazing. Everyone worked together to keep the dining experience flowing. Will definitely come back to enjoy dinner on a regular evening. read more

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She loves oysters, I'm beginning to enjoy them. Struck up a conversation with the manager of the Chandelier Bar, at the Four Seasons hotel, who informed us of the Oyster Happy Hour at Chemin A La Mer from 3 - 6 daily. Rolled up to the Chemin A La Mer bar, sat down, and ordered oysters and drinks. The staff is very polite (which is everywhere in NOLA it seems) and patiently answered all of our questions. Apparently, the Happy Hour is not advertised so it was not busy. There is an entrance to an outdoor pool however, which can be distracting. Perusing the wine list, it's very old world. Had a nice Chenin Blanc which surprisingly, was at a Happy Hour price as well. read more

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Absolutely unforgettable experience. We had a party of 10 in the private room with gorgeous views of the river. The prix fix menu was outstanding as was the service. 10 out of 10. read more

Although the quality of the food is top tier, I docked off 1 star, because the wait time for the food was OVER AN HOUR. LOCATION / NEARBY: **Quality river walk views **Walking distance from The French Quarter **Use the ELEVATOR to go up to the 5th floor. FOOD: The salmon and the tuna were top-notch quality and the meat melted in my mouth. The beef tartare was impeccable with the right amount of salt mixed with the French fries. My family also liked their dishes of the grackle burger and seafood gumbo. PROS: + Appetizers, Alcohol, and Grackle Club drinks were free on our check due to our hour-long wait time. + Kevin P. was such an attentive and compassionate waiter. He greeted us warmly and he was genuine throughout. He even got irritated on our behalf that we waited over an hour for our entrees. Ask for Kevin!! He will take care of your table!! (The Kelvin name tag is an error.) + High-quality food preparation + Exceptional views of the Riverwalk CONS: - We waited 10 minutes by the bar upon our entry and we had scheduled a reservation in advance. Once we were seated, I observed other guests enter the main dining area and most patrons carried a drink from the bar that was ordered during their wait time. I think it's the restaurant's sales trick. - We experienced a 1 hour wait time for the entrees... which isn't the usual norm of most higher-scale restaurants that I have dined at. While the food quality was incredible, an hour-long wait is unacceptable. read more

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I'm giving this spot 4 stars, but I wish there was a 3.5-3.75 option, because that's where I'd land. I made an Open Table reservation and looked forward to dinner with friends. I hadn't been to the new Four Seasons and was anxious to check it out I called to inquire about the dress code and was told, " Almost anything you like. We just don't allow bathrobes, slippers, pajama pants or bathing suits." Huh?!? I was under the impression that this was an upscale spot. We chose to dress nicely - dresses for the ladies, slacks and jackets for the guys. We arrived at our reserved time and chose to valet. Upon entering the FS we were welcomed warmly and given directions to the restaurant which is on the fifth floor. All of the staff members we encountered were wonderful. Once we arrived we were greeted and shown to our table. There is a phenomenal view f the river, but unfortunately only half of our table could enjoy it. The other half were facing the other way. :( Our waiter seemed knowledgeable and gave us his personal opinion of every component of every dish we ordered, and of the dishes we didn't order. My friend ordered the baked feta appetizer. When it arrived she began eating it, but close to 10 minutes later when she was almost done the waiter came by to apologize. He explained that the dish was meant to be stirred prior to digging in. Umm, too late. He commenced to stirring the tablespoon of feta that was left in the crock. It was just strange. Our other dishes were ok but all portions were very small. My cocktail, the blueberry highball, was my favorite part of our visit other than the great company of our friends. Dishes that I ordered and/or tasted: Blueberry Highball - amazing Grilled shrimp with cauliflower rice gratin - tasty, but very basic - cauliflower and 6 medium sized shrimp. Good idea if you are eating low carb. Duck confit and white beans - ok but small portion Pate appetizer - nope. pate was hard and chewy with solid meat chunks Tuna crudo - teeny tiny portion and the flavor of the fish was masked by the over abundance of vinegar. We couldn't taste the fish at all. Bottom line The staff throughout our visit was first class. Excellent service with the exception of our waiter who seemed a little disheveled when everyone else was very pulled together. Maybe he was just having a bad night. Our bill for the four of us was almost $600 before tip, and well over $600 after. We don't mind spending that kind of money if the experience is commensurate, but I felt that it wasn't in this case. Judging by the other reviews I think we just showed up on an off night. read more

Chemin A La Mer - Grilled Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice Gratin - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Went here for Valentine's Day and had a lovely time! The restaurant is on the 5th floor and super easy to find. Something to note that only really matters if it is cold if you are by seated inside by the balcony many people will request to go outside and take pictures so the door gets opened a lot. We kept getting a blast of cold air every so often. Our sever Pam was awesome! She had great suggestions and really helped us choose some great dishes and drinks!! We started off with a half dozen oysters and a glass of wine. I love that they have a rotating rosè option! My husband got an Albariño and enjoyed it as well. For our next set of appetizers we decided on the red snapper crudo and the rabbit croquettes. The crudo was amazing, so lemony and it had the perfect amount of saltiness from the nuts. The rabbit croquettes were also to die for!! They come in a set of three--it's perfect if you don't want to take up too much room in your stomach before your entrees. We got a couple of cocktails to go with our entrees as well. I got the La Fleur Jolie, which was amazing similar to a French 75 but with a twist. My husband got the Figue Au Poivre. He said it was one of the best cocktails he's ever had. Definitely a great choice if you like old fashions, sazeracs etc. Now for the stars of the show--I got the special which was a pan seared redfish with farro salad and roasted broccoli. It was SO good. Everything was seasoned very well. The farro salad was cold, citrusy and bright -- the perfect addition to break up the crispy warm fish and broccoli. My husband got the wagyu skirt steak and oh man it was amazing. Once again seasoned perfectly, cooked perfectly, truly delectable. He got a side of root vegetables which paired very nicely. For dessert we decided on the malted chocolate mousse bomb--our server described it as a giant Ferrero Rocher-which is my favorite candy! It was soooo good just rich enough and it was too big at all. We were also given some strawberry chocolates that were really good as well! All in all we had a great time and I'm looking forward to coming back and enjoying their oyster hour one day! read more

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The entire experience was poor, from the food to the service to timely seating it was a huge mess, not what I would expect from a restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel. We arrived for our 7:30 pm reservation to be told to wait at the bar for our table, no estimate was given, no apology, no concessions. We found out the entire bar was people waiting for their tables. No one looked happy. We were seated at 8:15 pm, 45 minutes late. The service was a mess, two separate waiters came to our table, not because they wanted to provide great service, but because they didn't know who was covering what table. We got the foie gras, which was a nice portion and overall pairing. For the mains, we got the gulf shrimp and fish of the day. Both were overcooked, the fish was dry and oversaleted, and the shrimp were overcooked. At this point, we were hungry and didn't want to deal with returning and asking for new dishes. Don't come here, skip it for so many other great places in the city. read more

Customer service is 5 star from the moment one enters until the moment you leave. Renee at the bar was fabulous making sure that when we said the creme brûlée was soupy not custardy it was removed from the bill. It's the type of service one expects from a Four Seasons establishment. Swordfish special came with olive oil couscous and pickled parsnip salad. I was expecting the olive oil couscous to be warm and it was a surprise that it was quite cold. It was mini couscous that is more like the texture of grits then the larger balls. Loved the pickled parsnip salad. Filet Mignon was cooked perfectly. Instead of melting in my mouth like butter this particular piece was a like more not sure how to describe it other than gritty. Tuna crude was not my fav but that's only because I'm not a big mint or lime fan so it just wasn't for me. For a Four Seasons, the ambiance is more relaxed and casual than other Four Seasons I've been too. All in all a great welcome to New Orleans read more

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Went there on our vacation place is nice good service a bit slow took a while for the food to arrive good ambience read more

Chemin A La Mer - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Our favorite part was our amazing waiter Zack who made celebrating my boyfriend's birthday even more special. Everything was to our standard. The food was all very delicious and the hospitality was perfect. We were very pleased with our experience. The restaurant itself is also very beautiful, we had a beautiful scenic view from the rooftop even though it was raining. Definitely worth trying out this place, we were visiting from out of town! read more

Chemin A La Mer - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I'll cut to the chase, delicious and overpriced. The bill was $158 for a ribeye steak, crab boulettes, and fries. Drinks included one lemonade and one mimosa. We split a ribeye, but I couldn't tell you how many ounces it was. The steak had a great sear, but could have benefited from a little more salt. It was slightly under seasoned. That said, at $68, it had too much fat and just wasn't worth the price. I've had better AND cheaper steaks from Desi Vega's, Mr. John's, Chophouse, Ruth's and the list goes on. The star of the meal were the pommes frites. They were like old school McDonald's fries, like from 20 years ago. They were well seasoned, crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The aioli was a tasty accompaniment. The crab boulettes, which were described as mini crab cakes, were also good. They were crispy on the outside and melted in my mouth. However, the dipping sauce didn't work for me. It contained a bitter herb that I couldn't identify. They were better eaten plain. The homemade lemonade was delicious! That's how you make a lemonade. None of that Minute Maid garbage. I forgot to order another one to go. D'oh! Our server Mandy was great. She was delightful and knowledgeable. Yet, the restaurant had an air of pretentiousness. Some of the A servers, while pleasant, acted like snobs. Some of their noses were so high in the air. And then there was an uncomfortable dynamic between one of the A and C servers. At one point I felt like I was in the movie "Get Out." While the overall staff appeared diverse, it would be nice to see more diversity in the A server role. Based on the uniforms, it appeared there were more people of color in the B or C role. In a city where hospitality is the largest industry and POC are the majority, you would think you'd see more of them in the high profile, higher-paid role. However, from my experience, this is quite common in these types of restaurants. The overall ambiance was nice. My wife had a view of the river, but I had a view of the Riverwalk building. I love the color palette and textures of the interior. I kept wanting arms on my chair for some reason, though. read more

Chemin A La Mer - Ribeye - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The food was absolutely delicious and the service was excellent but the ambiance was top notch 5 Star read more

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