The service and the food was exceptional! Frequent customer first chance to post! Definitely always a excellent experience

We walked in kitchen which was a very good experience and saw amazing views around the whole restaurant, and the waiter was treating me like i was their king. For food 1the short rib was the BEST short rib i've had in my life and I really enjoyed the service for my birthday and LOVED the 5 course meal. My shrimp was amazing and my short rib with mashed potatoes was to die for, and lastly my homemade sorbet with champagne was really really good. Would recommend to everybody in new orleans. 10/10 read more

Commander's Palace is, without question, one of my favorite restaurants anywhere, and tonight reminded me exactly why. I've had the pleasure of dining here many times over the years, and they simply never disappoint. From the moment you walk through the door until the moment you leave, they don't miss a beat. The service is truly outstanding - polished, attentive, friendly, and exactly what you expect from a legendary New Orleans restaurant. The atmosphere is beautiful and special, but as impressive as the setting and service are, the food is every bit as good. Tonight I had the Duroc pork chop, and it was absolutely fantastic. Perfectly prepared, incredibly flavorful, and easily one of the best pork chops I've ever had. And make sure you save room for dessert because the pecan pie was AMAZING and the perfect ending to the meal. We're from Chicago and dine out quite a bit, and I have to say the prices at Commander's Palace are remarkably reasonable considering the quality of the food, the level of service, and the overall experience. There are plenty of restaurants where you can spend considerably more and not come close to this level of dining. Commander's Palace is truly one of the best restaurants I've ever been to and quite possibly my favorite. There's a reason it has been a New Orleans institution for so many years. If you're visiting New Orleans, put it on your list. You will not be disappointed. Five stars simply doesn't seem like enough! read more

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It has been a long time since I've been to commanders. We had made last-minute reservations for a special intimate birthday and commanders was able to get us a table for four upstairs in the expense room overlooking all the trees. When pulling up commanders, valet service quickly, wisked our vehicle away, we were greeted at the front door and promptly brought to our table. The food as always was excellent. And we were surprised by the small appetizers and cocktails. They brought to us for tasting. It was also lovely to have some magicians drop by and play happy birthday for my mother. Commanders is not budget friendly, but still an excellent place to go for very special occasions. read more

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

If you want a more relaxed New Orleans experience than the French Quarter, give Commander's a try. Off in the much-quieter Garden District, it's in a nice neighborhood, with a stately old-school vibe. There is also a dress code to be honored, which we were prepared for, but be advised and check the website before making reservations. This was jarred a bit by being led back to the "annex" building - which means the hostess leads you through the kitchen (!), back to another building that is decidedly 1970's in its vibe, decor, and lighting. And I don't mean this in a good way. Service was very good, our server was knowledgeable, funny, experienced. Food was 4 out of 5, and struck me as a more traditional menu with a creole "nod". Looked like there were at least four different parties of locals celebrating birthdays, so it certainly can't be described as a tourist spot. If we return and try it again, I will insist on the main dining room and not this 'annex' option. read more

We had a lunch reservation here for a big group and had such a great time! They have the 25 cent martinis (limit 3 per person) that are so tasty and a great deal. The food was tasty and dessert is a must. It's a great spot for a birthday celebration and they give you a hat, balloons, and dessert! read more

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

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First of all, I recommend making reservations. I made reservations prior to arriving in the city. I had the best experience at this restaurant, and recommend it to everyone who visits New Orleans who desires dining at a high end restaurant. It was raining. Luckily I had an Uber driver drop me off at the entrance, same as other patrons. I was early, so I checked in, and waited in the lobby. The host was polite and professional. There's the main dining area downstairs, but I was taken upstairs where there were two additional, separate dining areas. I was seated at their "best" table. Great view of the first floor, outdoor patio dining area. Wine with dinner? They brought out the wine book. It was nearly as thick as a dictionary. Regardless to say, this restaurant has an extensive wine list. Ordered a bottle of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020 ($135). Very good. Bread was served. Hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I chose the gumbo for my soup, and for my entree, I ordered the Squash Gratinee ($47). Nash H was my main server, but there were at least three others. One to refill my water glass. Another to pour my wine. She said I was supposed to relax and not "work." Challenge accepted. Superb service. I ended the evening with a slice of Pecan Pie à la Mode. Delicious, and beautifully presented. The most memorable part was when I was leaving. I walked down the stairs, but took the wrong stairs, down to the kitchen. None of the staff stopped me, although in hindsight, they were looking at me funny. One of the gentleman said I was there to say hello to the chef. The chef said hello, and I exited the restaurant via the staff door. read more

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No matter how many years go by Commander's remains the gold standard for dining in NOLA. The service is always top notch, the jazz brunch always puts a smile on your face, and the food is always outstanding. I feel like if there was a restaurant to be one of those people who steal the rolls and puts them in their purse this is it. The buttered bread starter is the definitely the bread to do it with. The rooms to dine in are each unique. You will find a reason to love each one. Follow the dress code and dress up, have a great drink, and take it all in. read more

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I've dined here twice, once for dinner and more recently for brunch. Brunch was really fun with the live music and balloons on the tables. We were able to request songs that the band put their own twist to. The food was decent (not great and not bad). You're definitely paying for the atmosphere, service and experience. I'd definitely dine here again! read more

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We come to commanders every year for coolinary lunch. This year we sat in the patio room and the staff helped celebrate us as we prepare to get married in less than two months. The chicken thighs and pork jowl were delicious as well as the soup special crap and sweet potato. The soups are always a hit! We were surprised with crème brûlée by our server and it was impossible not to keep going back for more. This New Orleans staple is always busy for a reason. read more

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

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After all these years in New Orleans we FINALLY got to go to Commanders Palace and wow it was worth the wait! We made reservations for Friday lunch to celebrate our anniversary. We were welcomed and sat right away. They greeted us with anniversary glasses of champagne . We had several servers and staff walk by to say happy anniversary. It was 25 cent martini lunch so we of course had the limit of 3 each. The traditional was our favorite. I had CHEF MEG'S CLASSIC CREOLE LUNCHEON, which was a prefix of some of the best turtle soup I've ever had, tender and flavorful Crispy Pork Jowl and the light yet rich Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé that was perfect to share. Hubby had the 2 COURSE LUNCH SPECIAL, with a salad and the Chargrilled Chicken Thighs which he loved. It is a beautifully decorated classic restaurant. Well worth the visit and will now be a yearly tradition. ‍ 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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I was really disappointed here. I had high hopes given all of the rave reviews I had heard, but the food was mediocre and the ambiance was not suitable for a "nice" restaurant. If you were to eat here and experience the food, service, and ambiance you would not guess that it was a high end establishment. The only thing that is high end is the dress code read more

This restaurant is absolutely amazing. It's been on my list for a while but you have to be on it with making reservations. The first chance I got when I knew we were coming back to NOLA, I reserved lunch here. The restaurant was beautiful. The service was impeccable. The valet was on it. I got their gumbo and fresh catch fish entree and it was absolutely fantastic. I saved room for their chocolate dessert. It was so rich I couldn't eat it all but it reminded me of a fancy almond joy. So good. I love their menu feature that if you get an entree you can get a 25 cent martini. We had a chuckle out of this and of course got one! 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

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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It's impossible not to enjoy Commander's Palace. It is so easy to have a fun time here, especially on the famous 25 cent Martini lunch. My main course was a wild shrimp dish with a delicious red pepper sauce. This was a dish that you just kept wanting to go back into. For dessert I had to order the famous souffle, this was heavenly, incredibly airy and light with a rich caramel whiskey sauce, get out of town! Commander's is known for their service. They made us feel like VIP guests and made our stay incredibly enjoyable. The old timey feel of Commander's makes for a great experience, especially seeing everyone dressed in formal wear. If you get a chance to go to Commander's, just go! read more

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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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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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My first time dining at Commander's Palace for a private dinner engagement during a work conference. The restaurant was full of patrons in addition to our private party. There was live music, adult beverages flowing and a variety of dinner options. We enjoyed fish, prime rib, shrimp creole, corn, red beans and rice and a plethora of desserts. read more

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

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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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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Food was great and ambiance was awesome. The live music was perfect. Service was great as well. It was a whole experience. We even got to go into the actual kitchen and take a picture in there. read more

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The service was really nice but took long for food to come out. The food was okay, didnt taste like anything special and the portions were small. The price was okay for being a fancier restraunt but it was very loud and couldn't really hear anything. read more

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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