The best oysters I have ever had.The food was also very tasty .The service was very good,servers very friendly.

This white cloth dining institution is a must visit in NOLA. With a dress code it takes you back to a different time and that may be its charm. The servers are well dressed and there is a formal ambiance you no longer find today, That said the service was excellent. The server had my water replaced before I even noticed it was low. I was disappointed with the gumbo and would not order it again. However, the steak was perfectly seasoned and tender. I also enjoyed the soufflé and if you are going all out this should not be missed. While the restaurant is not inexpensive, it is a much less than I expected if you compare it to a Manhattan restaurant. read more

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I'm honestly so disappointed. I've heard so many good things about the service ambiance and food here. But I was so so so let down. The food was mediocre at best. The only thing I did really like was the lemongrass fish. The worst part of the night was the service. Our server, kori was so inattentive. my water was empty for more than half the night, she rushed through the menu and we could barely hear her, she didn't come check on us, and when she made a mistake on the check, she didn't even come and apologize or address the situation. In fact, she was so MIA, we had to ask another waitress for help. The worst part was seeing our servers and other servers having nice conversations with other tables and wishing we could have that energy from our server. honestly so so disappointed in the service read more

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Local. Been many times. Recommended many, many times to visitors. Today reversed my opinion. Noise level: perfect. Didn't need to shout to have a conversation. Lighting: perfect. We went to celebrate a birthday. The wait staff was more engaged with one another than our table. Constant bottlenecks outside of the kitchen where they congregate. We ordered a "rubber duck drink" for one of the kids and they brought out the toy with no drink. Beverages arrived slowly and in shifts. The food. I should preface with this: I have an extremely refined palate. I've worked in food service. I know what works and what doesn't and why. The sweet summer salad was drenched in vinegar. The sweet part never showed up. The gumbo roux was burned. Salty. The cochon soup: congealed. Literally looked like the wet part of canned dog food. We found all of the food over seasoned. Salt, paprika, vinegar. Heavy handed. The pecan crusted fish was overpowered by the heavy peppery spice. The steak was cooked well but hard to cut through. The menu said mashed sweet potatoes but it had 3 small bite sized cubes and again, a spicy vinaigrette that stopped us in our tracks (not in a good way) and drenched the steak. The pork chop was the clear winner at our table. We had to continuously ask for refills. The server took one person's coffee order and no one else at the table. We had to flag them to get more coffee. I have bragged to literally thousands about my undying love for Commander's bread pudding soufflé. I dream about it. I make a copy cat recipe once or twice a year at home for guests. This was my big disappointment for the night. It was so heavy with cinnamon, it tasted like it had been drenched with red hots candy. Way off. I've eaten this dish at least 30x over the years. I know the bread pudding. The real kick in the teeth was when we got home and our 20 something's headed for the fridge to get leftover burgers from yesterday's cookout after we had just spent $700 (with no alcohol) On my way home, I sat and read through other recent reviews and found the owner's feedback sounding something like this: Thank you for your review. We appreciate your comments and will share it with our kitchen staff-my paraphrase. I realize food and flavor combinations are extremely subjective. I noticed similar complaints in several of the reviews I just read. It's not us, it's you. If you had indeed made changes in the kitchen and with your staff, we would've had a much better experience today. The silver lining: my husband leaned over during dinner to tell me my gumbo and bread pudding are far superior to what he just had. So there's that. read more

The restaurant is beautiful and the servers are all polite and patient. If you ask them for anything, they'll take care of it. However, with a team of servers, you'd expect empty drink glasses to be cleared and water glasses to be filled without asking. The mocktail menu was quite surprising, so make sure you give it a gander. Plan for 2-2.5 hours for dinner at least. They are in no rush and want you to enjoy your dinner. Everything was very tasty and well seasoned. They were out of the fish for the lemongrass lacquered fish, so they substituted scallops. They were good but there were only four medium sized scallops. I was expecting more of a portion size. Dessert was decadent. The Sparkle Plenty was too tart for our table, but the table prepared Bananas Foster was a hit. We celebrated an anniversary and they made it feel very special. Dress code is dressier than most New Orleans restaurants so keep that in mind. Valet parking is free. Don't forget to take advantage of their open kitchen so you can tour it on your way out. read more

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When we decided on New Orleans for vacation this year (beginning of May) we knew we were coming here. We made a reservation for the jazz brunch after learning about it! It's a three course meal for brunch. We came on a Saturday, late morning. From the minute you walk through the doors you are treated so well! Everyone greets you, says hello and welcome. It took my breath away. We were seated and our waiter came over right away and introduced himself to us. Ryan took great care of us with regard to all of our food. There was another server who handled all of our drinks. She was great too. We enjoyed some drinks. I had the gumbo, beef entree and strawberry shortcake. My fiancé had the fish entree and the pecan pie. Be ready with a song to request when the trio comes to your table! We didn't come prepared! We were so happy to have come here for brunch! It is a special place that's for sure! read more

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If you come to New Orleans, this is one of those restaurants that you must visit. But, do not show up here unless you have a reservation. Reservations are a must! From the moment you walk into this restaurant you step into the old school. Not only in atmosphere, but in service. That's one of the great things about this restaurant. They have so much staff on hand, that takes care of you so relentlessly, that it is actually hard to believe. You will have several staff members catering to you throughout your entire meal. This cannot be emphasized enough as one of the main selling points of visiting this restaurant. As is the case with most customers, when they are seated, they enjoy a pre-dinner drink. This is the case with myself, as well. The one thing I will say about this restaurant is that if you want to order a bottle of wine, you will have to ask for the wine list. This is both a great boon and a detriment. This is due to the fact that this restaurant has one of the largest wine lists I have ever encountered in any country, anywhere on the planet. It is massive! It is page after page of wines that you can choose from from all over the world. For me, someone who has a very good knowledge of wine, many of the wines they offer I have never even heard of it. This is both a good and a bad thing. Good, because you can experience something new. Bad, because you do not know which wine bottle to choose from. Of course, their staff will attempt to provide their services in helping with your choice; whether asked for or not. But, I always find this style of service tends to be a little bit biased. Me, I always like to choose my own bottle of wine. Meaning, this may take you a little bit of time to accomplish. Beyond the wine, their menu is fairly limited. You basically have a few choices to choose from. All of which are good, depending on your pallet. The meals they prepare are all Louisiana-influenced dishes, so this is a great thing. You're entering into a very exclusive restaurant, that offers Cajun style dishes. It can be a great experience. Overall, the main thing to keep in mind, at this establishment, is that the staff will never leave you alone, even for a couple of minutes. They take care of you at a level that has been lost through time. It is really extensive! I cannot emphasize this enough. A fun note here: The last time my wife and I ate at this restaurant, we were unintentionally exited down through the kitchen. Personally, I thought this was some sort of mistake. But, one of the staff members happily said, "Say hi to the chef." The moment we entered the kitchen, the head chef greeted us with the biggest smile. Thus, not only is this a highly functional restaurant, it is truly supportive and friendly. Overall, if you're in New Orleans, this restaurant is a must experience. If not just for the staff that does their job with extraordinary excellence, but for the food, and the overall experience. read more

We went to Commander's Palace for the 25 cent martini lunch on a Friday. When I say this is one of the best experiences I've ever had in New Orleans, I mean it with all of my heart. One of us had a chicken dish and myself and another friend had the beef dish. Everything was beyond exceptional food wise. We also ordered dessert (the special ice cream and the bread pudding soufflé) and they brought us a crème brûlée on the house. The service is, in my opinion, some of if not THE best you will find in New Orleans. This restaurant is truly an experience. read more

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As a 33-year-old pastry chef, I've had the opportunity to experience a lot of great restaurants, and Commander's Palace absolutely lived up to the reputation. We went for the jazz brunch and had an amazing time from start to finish. The atmosphere was lively, elegant, and full of classic New Orleans energy. One of the coolest moments was getting to hear "Pennies from Heaven" played right at our table, which made the experience feel even more memorable and personal. The service was on point the entire time and honestly went beyond my expectations. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel welcoming and special without ever feeling overdone. The food was outstanding. The black skillet roux dish had incredible depth and richness with toasted garlic and local hot sauce. The cold-smoked cauliflower with green tomato chow chow, crispy oyster mushrooms, and Louisiana field pea hummus was creative and perfectly balanced. The 16-hour barbecued pork shoulder over warm buttermilk biscuits with mushrooms, caramelized onions, poached eggs, and tasso hollandaise was comforting while still refined and elevated. As a pastry chef, dessert really stood out to me. The bread pudding soufflé finished tableside with warm whiskey cream was exceptional--light, airy, rich, and technically flawless. Amazing food, hospitality, music, and atmosphere. We had an absolute blast and would highly recommend the jazz brunch experience. read more

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A fun and wonderful experience in New Orleans. The food was top notch (I got the steak) and the vibes were exciting. Absolutely worth a visit. Or two? read more

I try to visit Commander Palace each time I attend Jazz fest. This year was my 20th Jazz fest and while I have not been able to dine at this fantastic restaurant on each occasion, when I have it's always been a totally rewarding experience. I went with a friend when we were Sat in the main dining room downstairs. We started with cocktails that we each enjoyed: FRENCH 75 brandy or gin | lemon | sparkling wine CRESCENT CITY COOLER cane run rum | guava | lime | ginger ale Everything looked so good on the menu that we splurged with the following appetizers after the excellent server went over the menu with me since I am gluten intolerant. Shrimp & Tasso Henican Wild Louisiana white shrimp stuffed with housemade tasso ham. pickled okra, sweet red onions, five pepper jelly and Crystal hot sauce beurre blanc Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Colorado Lamb Tender morsels of harissa spiced 16-hour braised lamb shank over crispy garlic-herb confit eggplant with black sesame & foie gras tahini Butternut squash soup The Shrimp & Tasso Henican was delicious only overshadowed by the Lamb. The butternut squash soup was also excellent. For our main course I ordered the Tasso Brined Double Cut Duroc Pork Chop over chermoula spiced wild rice w/toasted pistachios, compressed pineapple compote & smoked pepita-chèvre pistou. So good but so large I took half with me for later. My friend she ordered the Pecan Crusted Gulf Fish- Prosecco poached Louisiana jumbo lump crab over spiced New Roads pecan crusted fish with roasted corn, asparagus, grilled kale, melted leeks and whiskey spiked crushed corn cream We were brought for our "anniversary" of our meeting the year before a delicious dessert of ice cream and caramel that topped off another fabulous meal with excellent service. read more

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Great food but our server was pretty bad during the jazz brunch. Our entire meal for 2 ppl ended up being 2 hours long! First we waited a long time for the menu, then a while between courses, and then a long time for the bill. You could tell he really didn't want to be there. The bussers and other help were top notch though. The parade was also so awkward as was the jazz band. Would've been so much better if they just played jazz in the corner like literally every other restaurant. Ratings: 5/5: The turtle soup was delicious and so was the shrimp and Tasso henican appetizer. The ham is crazyyy good. 4/5: pecan crusted fish, eggs Benedict, and bread pudding. Yummy but the fish was too salty. I come from Hawaii so I am very spoiled with great fish options. The eggs Benedict I would actually give a 4.5/5. Nothing wrong with it but it wasn't super wow. I was expecting a lot more from the bread pudding. I thought the bread pudding was going to be a bready top but it was a huge layer of whipped egg whites. What I love about bread pudding is a really good crust but there was no crust lol. Everything was soft. It was delicious especially the sauce but I didn't care for the texture. 2/5 service. Server was terrible but the rest of the staff were great. Just expected a lot more for one of the top restaurants in New Orleans. read more

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This is my first visit to Commander's Palace for my friend's birthday, and it was absolutely wonderful. The cocktails were fantastic, I got the Angus beef, which was probably the best piece of beef I've ever had in my entire life. And the crème brûlée was exactly what you would expect for crème brûlée. I also had the turtle soup which was very enjoyable. This place definitely lived up to his reputation. read more

There is nothing to say that's not been said. Excellent. Food quality is tops, and the service is world-class. Came in with a smaller group of four. Was blown away. From the kitchen tour to the food and the drinks, thank you! Service, I will say, is more casual, or they feel you out, if that tracks? For such a high-end place, they are more happy to have you than "you should be grateful to be there." Which I love! Jokes, fun and good times is the atmosphere here, but always with respect and an incredible wine and food knowledge. The tuna was a big Star and the bread pudding soufflé, come on now?!! A must get. Not sure what's up with the pepper jelly on that shrimp with ham, but sell me a bucket. This is a can't miss stop! As far as the dress code, just read it and look nice, you look great. Feels good to have standards like this and it adds to the fun. You have pants and a coat, I know you do :) cheers! We are traveling, so our clothes were limited, and maybe a little wrinkle here and there--nobody is getting turned away. They are happy to see you! read more

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This is truly an experience you must have at least once in your life. The home of Banana's Foster. Absolutely need a reservation. The servers are incredibly attentive. This is not just dinner- it is an EXPERIENCE. read more

Fun and festive Easter weekend brunch here. Nice to have live music, good service and pastels everywhere to celebrate the season. Best dish by far was the bread pudding souffle - taste and texture were fantastic! Also appreciated that we were able to share the three course brunch menu instead of ordering our own. The rest of the food was good, not particularly memorable, but no misses either. Recommend the crescent city cocktail as a delightfully refreshing compliment to the meal. read more

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Biggest tip is book as far in advance as you can! It's a New Orleans institution, and their infamous 25 cent lunch martinis Wednesday thru Friday ensure they stay booked up. So I had the Cochin de lait tostada, which is pork shoulder on a tortilla goodied up with cheese and red bean purée and a pickled relish. As my choice of soup I chose the demitasse tasting of all 3 soups: the turtle, creole gumbo and the soup of the day, which was a corn and crab bisque. All great-I'd have hated to miss tasting any one of them! As usual, we were all too full for dessert. I guess the martinis were our dessert... Another tip...be sure to walk thru their kitchen! It's worth a trip. read more

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Commander's Palace is the gold standard for what every restaurant should aspire to be. Their service is truly impeccable -- every plate arrives at the table with flawless precision and perfect timing. The food is outstanding as well, from start to finish. If you go for Sunday brunch, the live jazz band takes the entire experience to another level, making it feel truly magical. Whenever you're in New Orleans, Commander's Palace is an absolute must. You won't regret it! read more

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Perfect night at Commanders Palace. I have to share that the food was fabulous, but what made our evening so special was the team that served us. Emma's team made us feel like family. Her team was constantly checking in with us making sure everything from the water glass to our anniversary cocktail was perfect. When we arrived, no less than 20 people greeted us as we walked to the table, Seated in a corner with glass everywhere overlooking the neighborhood met us feel relaxed at home. Emma started our experience, with champagne and garlic toast , we followed with a cocktail as we peruse the menu, and decided on our courses. I chose the 1-1-1 soup sampler, turtle soup with Sherri. Black Eyed Peas and cabbage soap, and the third was their famous gumbo. The trio allowed me to taste their soups, and I was not disappointed. I think my favorite was the turtle soup over the gumbo and that surprise me. My wife had the black eye Pea and shredded pork soup. For dinner Kathy had the Garlic seared Louisiana Gulf shrimp over sweet corn creamed polenta, and I had the Prosecco poached jumbo lump crab over spiced New Roads pecan crusted fish with roasted corn, asparagus, grilled kale, melted leeks, and whiskey spiked crushed corn cream. The corn cream complimented the fish perfectly. We paired it with a recommended, red wine. For dessert we both had Commanders Palace signature Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé with a whiskey sauce. The soufflé topping was so light and airy and as we spooned past the baked topping we experienced the caramelized, cinnamon bread pudding beneath ... and of course the sweet whiskey sauce... I have a new favorite dessert.. This a desert you do not want to miss. As we enjoying the dessert, Emma brought us each a Milk-Punch Brandy....(brandy, half-and-half, a sweetener, topped with nutmeg) a unique treat to close the dinner. This was a dinner to remember... make sure you plan an hour and a half to two hours to enjoy Commanders Palace. read more

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ONE OF THE TOP 5 MEALS OF OUR LIVES!!! We went for a delayed anniversary lunch (because we have toddlers at home) and it was such a great experience! We had the turtle soup and gumbo and my husband and I both (he being from Washington and me a NOLA gal) agreed that it was the best gumbo we'd ever had! The turtle soup is also a must. We had the beef tournedos for entree and the bread pudding soufflé and both were melt in your mouth amazing!! Oh and the 25 cent martinis were also a hit hehe! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

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During a recent visit to New Orleans my husband and I were referred to trying this restaurant. It wasn't close to where we were staying but worth the cab ride. We booked reservations months in advance and it didn't disappoint. Every dish was delicious. The bread pudding was our absolute favorite. .25 lunch martinis couldn't be beat either. Definitely a restaurant to try while visiting NOLA. read more

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What a treat to dine here. The food and drinks were excellent! Service immaculate and ambiance high end if you ignore the silly balloons. The star of the show has to be the bread pudding soufflés.. never had anything like it read more

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OVERVIEW: An easy 5/5! This place had some French quarter charm and divine southern upscale cooking. Service is excellent, the wine list is an entire book-long, and the food was exactly as expected. An extraordinary experience overall and I would definitely come back when visiting NOLA! QUICK FACTS: - Reservations? Yes, highly recommended - especially for weekends or large groups. - Parking? We Ubered, but it looked like street parking and valet were available. FOOD RATINGS: - Lamb pastrami chopped salad (5/5): This was one of the best salads I've ever had! Like an Italian chopped, but the lamb pastrami was phenomenal. Everything was fresh and bursting with flavor. Lettuce was crisp, a generous mountain of freshly-grated cheese, and a side baguette bite with Brie. A must order! - Shrimp and grits (5/5): Creamy, rich goodness. This is one of the best shrimp and grits I've ever had. I loved the incorporation of broccolini, zucchini/squash, and beets. A beautifully made dish. - Lemongrass yellow tuna (5/5): Light and fresh! Sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the greens (edamame, shishito, herbs) paired nicely. I could have eaten an entire filet of this for sure! - Strawberry shortcake (5/5): Made-to-order!!! A stunning seasonal dessert. The biscuit was fluffy and perfectly cooked, and the whipped cream was marvelous. Light and fluffy while still being creamy. An amazing end to our meal! read more

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We come to Commander's Palace once a year on our trip to New Orleans. Each time we have had an excellent experience. The past couple of years, we have come for their famous 25 cent martinis. Drinks are always excellent and food is amazing! Service was spectacular and the building is beautiful. read more

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Reservations needed What a great place! Different rooms have their own aesthetic of vibrant colors and patterns of wallpaper and a fun carpet throughout. Tried the infamous - turtle soup. Not bad - very hearty, bean/vegetable flavor. The garlic bread to start was We shared the encrusted fish and it was pleasant. Very light sauce with vegetable and the crab meat was excellent ! Up next is banana pudding, strawberry shortcake, and pecan pie. The desserts are where it's at! read more

Commander's Palace - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I'm almost sure CP doesn't need another glowing review, but we had a glowing lunch so here goes. Reservations are hard to come by or just booked way well in advance. There was no availability online, so called the restaurant. Chastity helped "squeeze" us in and are so appreciative that she did. The twenty five cent martini lunch was recommended and for good reason. Martinis are solid with elevated blue cheese olives available. Limit of 3 p/p with entree because "That's enough." Hostess warm & welcoming. While being seated you pass a parade of servers saying Welcome In. The dining room, lights, tables, chairs and decor are all Charm. We were waited on by several people, Offir our server and Celest who never allowed my martini unfilled. A thorough explanation of the menu then tough choices, it All looked amazing. On to the food: Garlic "toasts" to start. Yum. Appetizers, told myself just one then ordered two. Remoulade Shrimp on a bed of arugula and Corn Fried Oyster on cream sauce greens. Classic and Classy. Fresh French table bread for 'sopppin Soup course, how to decide between Alligator, Gumbo or 'of the Day. DON'T, sampler of three available! Turtle w/ a drizzle of sherry highly recommend, gumbo equally so. My wife and I both got the fried chicken salad on bib lettuce with blue cheese. The chicken was just perfect and plentiful. Other elements like onion and red peppers complex and complimentary. Other notables: The wine list is dense, thoughtfully organized with choices of size and worldly depth. Management on the floor and Active. Dessert, great choices but we had to pass. Won't make that mistake next time & can't wait. If that wasn't enough, we were given a tour of the kitchen, additional dining rooms and wine cellar after our meal. Honestly one of the best lunches/meals in my life and very reasonable $$ an incredible value. read more

Commander's Palace - $ 0.25 Martini Lunch , unbelievable!! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We had an early reservation for the Saturday Jazz brunch. They walked us through the kitchen which was nice to see and a smaller bar area to our seating room which was past the outdoor patio. We were treated to nice soft jazz and were happy that they went around the room to ask each table for a song request. L-O-V-E by Nat King Cole was mine. All the balloons were a nice festive touch. I'm told it's only for the weekend. The service was impeccable and they were dressed in tuxedos. We had a team of two servers and they were attentive and not overbearing or rushing us. We had Bloody Mary drinks and a delightful espresso tequila drink. Delish! My favorite was the pecan crusted fish. Cooked perfectly and wonderful flavors and sauce. All my favorite elements: fish, corn, crab, green beans, and crispy batter. My plate was clean! Desserts were impressive. Sad we couldn't finish them. I tried my best to make a dent in the huge banana pudding. We went next door afterwards to buy some gifts and keepsakes to remember this nice experience. It's a cute little gift shop with quality items. I recommend the whole experience and then walking around the beautiful homes afterwards to work off a full belly! read more

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Five star service! I was blown away with how great the service and ambiance was during my visit. Little did I know, the original owner was an avid solo diner, and they place a blue ribbon on any tables for "special guests" and that includes solo diners! They sure made me feel special on this night I chose to treat myself! I was sat at a nice little table in a dining room overlooking the courtyard. I received a warm welcome from everyone on the service team, no less than 5 servers waited on me during my visit. I chose to try the chefs tasting menu and the wine pairings. I also asked about adding a tasting of the famous turtle soup, and they were happy to add a course. The tasting menu was perfection. Perfectly time courses, great portions, and fun unique flavors. This was my first time try anything with turtle in it, and my first time trying sweet breads. Everything was fantastic. The wine pairings were very nice as well and a worthy addition to the tasting menu. The server who was describing the pairings was nice, but I think an educated sommelier would have matched the experience more. The experience definitely lived up to the price tag. This will be a must-go anytime I come to NOLA. read more

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I'm upgrading them from 1 star to 2 stars because they immediately reached out following this Yelp review and offered us a refund for the poor experience. read more

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The service here is absolutely second to none. We had come to celebrate my bachelorette party - not only did they get us celebration balloons, but they came back to replace all the balloons with white ones for the occasion. Incredible! Food was pretty good - cauliflower hummus is incredible! The steak is delicious but the swamp fish is just okay. I'd go with the steak. Lastly, we got the bread pudding soufflé and they also brought out the ice cream trifle for free. So incredibly sweet! Thank you to the amazing team that made us feel so special. Definitely worth the experience! read more

Hubby brought me here for my Birthday. I have to start off by commending them on the service. I am a stickler for hospitality & the did not disappoint. Everyone was super helpful, friendly and efficient. It seemed genuine and wasn't off-putting at all. We arrived earlier than expected, so we waiting less than 5mins to be seated. We were seated upstairs and and I noticed the banquet style chairs that weren't as comfortable as the one downstairs. We ordered: Starters: Gumbo & Lamb Salad Entrees: Gulf fish w/saffron sauce & Wild Shrimp w/ polenta & broccoli o Dessert: Bread pudding soufflé Drinks: Cabernet/Prosecco My husband said the "garlic bread" was his best bite and the cab was incredible. We realized he is not a fan of saffron. My shrimp were cooked/seasoned to perfection. I also like the bread pudding soufflé, it had nice flavor and contrasting textures. Enter freely, they've been approved. read more

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We absolutely loved our Jazz Brunch at Commander's Palace! It was recommend to us by multiple people and we are so glad we went. First, the service is top notch. From the greeters to the wait staff, everyone was so attentive, helpful, and kind! You truly feel that southern hospitality. We also loved how the band walked around asking for song requests. It was such a cool experience that I'd love to repeat again someday when I'm back in Nola! Also, there is a dress code. There will be a wide range of outfits but I'd just recommend dressing like you're going to church and you'll be just fine! read more

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We frequent Commander's Palace quite often. We are here two nights ago and it was wonderful. Unfortunately, we had a different waitress. She was drool, inattentive, and condescending. Although the turtle soup was divine, the salad had no dressing on it when it arrived and the garden risotto was bland and unremarkable. read more

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Wow, wow, wow! Booked the Sunday Jazz Brunch for our anniversary while we were visiting NOLA. This place is a classic and so classy! The food and the service were outstanding. I LOVED everything about it! We had gumbo and the Tasso Shrimp for appetizers. I had the Curry shrimp for my main and my husband had the pecan crusted fish. For dessert we had bread pudding and strawberry shortcake. The food was exceptional the service was the best I've ever had. This was by far my favorite experience in New Orleans. It is a bucket list, must do item. I will go back again and again. Worth every penny! read more

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There are meals that turn into journeys. They are stories of cities and lives of those who prepared these meals from one generation to the next. Commander's Palace is one such place. Sitting here since 1893 and boasting gorgeous Victorian architecture, this is a true landmark of New Orleans. There are local classics like turtle soup from Alligator Snapping turtle, and fresh catch topped with crab. The wine list is vast enough to get lost in for hours. Glassware is beautiful and team is always engaged to converse. A fun fact is that during prohibition, the bar would hide bottles in the cemetery across the street to avoid getting busted. If all that is not enough, there are atmospheric elements like a jazz group going from table to table. Combined together and the experience of visiting Commander's Palace turns into as much theater as it is a meal. It's a special place that must be visited in the city. read more

You really must try Commander's Palace at some point in your life. It's a nearly over-the-top service experience with teams of servers presenting each course to the entire party at once with friendly and efficient courtesy. And the food, oh, the delicious food lives up to the hype after all of these years. The cornbread fried oysters come served over sassafras and crab aioli creamed greens that are such a perfect compliment. A trio of their soups provides just the right amount of turtle soup with sherry topping, the gumbo and their daily soup which, lucky for us, was cauliflower brie soup that nearly eclipsed the other two in depth. The bronzed gulf fish with parsnips and mushrooms was so moist and perfectly cooked. We were all feeling very full as desserts descended on the table - the standouts being the strawberry shortcake and the cheesecake. We finished them all, full bellies be damned. The staff are just fabulous and the gorgeous window views really complete the experience. It does get super loud at times, with .25 martinis flowing during Friday lunch, but that really added a fun energy. read more

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It's iconic for a reason! Great views, great servers, great food, great ambiance, great style, great class. A top reputation well deserved! read more

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Commanders Palace is world famous to say the least. In a city where the restaurant game is very high, Commanders (as locals call it) sits at its summit. It had been a few years since my last visit so I felt the need to return earlier this week for dinner. The fame of this restaurant necessitates the need for a reservation and not just a few days before. If you try to do a walk-in don't be surprised if they can't seat you. We started with the escargots croustade as an appetizer to share. It was excellent tasting but not enough goodness for two. Next I ordered Commanders Creole Gumbo and it arrived in a very dark roux with sausage and chicken for the protein mixed in with garlic and creole seasonings. It was perfect. Next I went with the Pecan Crusted Fish which is a popular menu choice. It had poached lump crab meat over a fillet of pecan crusted fish that also had roasted corn, asparagus and kale in a whiskey spiked corn cream sauce. Yeah, I didn't make that up! Delicious. Finally the pièce de résistance was dessert. It was the famous Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé, a Commanders specialty. My picture was blurry due to the lighting and not because of the warm whiskey cream added to the soufflé. OMG! It was a heavenly finish. Of course the table service was professional as you would expect. The restaurant was full that Monday night and was kind of loud. Oh well nothing is perfect. But sometimes you can come real close. I look forward to my next visit. read more

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Wowsy! I can see why Commander's Palace has been a Big Easy icon for over 30 years. Commander's mouth-watering food, graceful ambiance and impeccable service epitomizes Southern charm. My party was greeted graciously and everyone from the host, servers and runners seemed sincerely welcoming. Our table was on the second floor so we were treated to a tour of the restaurant which is a showcase of teals, pinks and blues. Our table was next to a giant window overlooking a mossy oak tree. We were there for the Sunday Jazz Brunch where you can choose an appetizer, entree and dessert for one price, which varies depending on the entree. I started with the chicken and andouille gumbo. This is made with a dark, thick roux and not served with rice. My entree was the New Roads Pecan Crusted Fish. The fish that day was Drum and it was topped with prosecco poached crab and served on a whiskey corn cream. The flavors melded together so well and the fish was cooked perfectly. It was so delicious that one week later I'm still thinking about it. I ended the meal with the sorbet topped with bubbles. Light and refreshing! Another highlight of this memorable brunch was the 3 piece jazz ensemble. They played the Second Line and almost all of the guests strutted around the restaurant with our napkins. Only in N'awlins, Darlin! read more

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We arrived in the Garden District for a tour of the beautiful historic homes, which also included a bit of history about Commander's Palace and its deep roots in the neighborhood. Between the stories and the walking, we were both intrigued--and very hungry! We were lucky enough to get in for brunch without a reservation, though I do recommend noting that there is a business-attire dress code. Before we even ate, a three-man Dixieland band stopped by our table and played "Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans." It was amazing how they somehow knew everyone's chosen song! Don't forget to tip them--I always do. To start, we were impressed with the non-alcoholic beverages. With help from Missy, I chose the Faux #75 (juniper, lemon, and sparkle). It had tiny pops of juniper flavor--so refreshing. Our waiter, Ryan, did a fantastic job explaining the menu. You choose one item from the starter, entrée, and dessert columns, which makes it fun to build your own meal. For my starter, I had to try the Commander's Creole Gumbo. That day it was made with chicken and andouille--deliciously chunky, savory, dark, thick, and just the right amount of spicy. Honestly, it's been the best gumbo I've had so far in New Orleans. My husband started with the Corn-Fried Oysters--he gave them a solid 10 out of 10! They came with sassafras-creamed collard greens, whipped crab fat aioli, and a poached hen's egg (an extra $3.50), which was totally worth it for the presentation alone. Our entrées were just as beautifully presented--kudos to the chef's talent. Mine was the Curry-Spiced Wild White Shrimp: house curry-rubbed, cast-iron-seared Gulf shrimp with grilled cauliflower, julienned sweet peppers, garlic-roasted eggplant, and Brabant sweet potato over winter pumpkin curry. Perfectly spiced--I had to use bread to get every last bit because I definitely couldn't lick the plate! My husband ordered the Mardi Hog: citrus-cured and confit'd Beeler's Farm pork jowl over Cajun-smoked pork neck backbone stew with pepper jelly-glazed Brussels sprouts, golden cauliflower, and pickled purple cabbage. He did the same thing--mopped up every drop with bread since licking the plate wasn't an option. For dessert, we went in totally different directions. I chose the Sparkle Plenty--Commander's fruit sorbet topped with bubbles poured tableside. It was light, cold, and tasted like mango champagne. My husband chose the Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé, known as "The Queen of Creole Desserts," finished tableside with warm whiskey cream (an extra $3.50 and must be ordered 20 minutes in advance). Overall, it was a beautiful, tantalizing experience of flavors--absolutely well worth it. read more

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