My wife and I were headed toward the waterfront, downtown New Orleans, when we happened upon a lady going in the same direction. When we asked about restaurants in the immediate area, she mentioned Delacroix, and that she was headed that way. We followed and ended up in a very upbeat, nicely decorated place with tables inside and out; lots of space to stretch and some outstanding views of the river. Kim is not a big eater, so she ordered an order of boiled shrimp with accompanying cocktail sauce. She ate all but one ( a surprise in itself) which she offered to me. It was large, succulent, and very tasty. Me, I went for total cajun emersion beginning with a cup of the duck gumbo, followed by an order of boudin. With just a touch of tabasco, the gumbo was supreme. The boudin came as four rounded balls sized between that of a golf ball and a tennis ball. With the house remoulade sauce as an accompaniment, the boudin was very good. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to experience the taste of New Orleans in a more casual, very upbeat setting. And oh, the lady who we followed into the restaurant stopped by to ask how we liked our meal about halfway through. Turns out, she is the wife of Chef John Besh, one of the owners of the restaurant. Bob and Kim from Easley, SC read more

Kelly is the best! Beautiful view with amazing service. We tried the crab fried rice and fried saltines. Super friendly and great food

A local recommended Delacroix, and it's one of the best meals I've had. I loved it so much that I ate here three days out of my four-day trip. The grilled redfish is perfection. Freshly caught from a local fishing town of their namesake, perfectly cooked, and topped with a crawfish butter that is packed with the authentic local flavor. I ate it three days in a row. Service is charming southern hospitality. And I swear they operate under "Unreasonable Hospitality" principles (if you haven't read the book, highly recommend!). Location is perfectly situated at the end of Riverwalk Outlets, with a view of the Mississippi. Don't miss Delacroix if you're in NoLa! read more

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On my first night in New Orleans, we decided to try De La Croix for dinner, and it was just alright. The server was great, and the space itself has a great ambiance. You can see the Mississippi River from the restaurant since it's right on the waterfront. I started with a Shirley Temple, which was good, and we got a loaf of bread that wasn't my favorite. It was very crumbly and basically fell apart when you touched it. My main complaint is that there aren't many options for vegetarians. I don't eat red meat or shellfish, which left me with only a Caesar salad and fries to choose from. The salad was peppery and flavorful, but I still left dinner pretty hungry. Overall, it's hard for me to fully judge the restaurant since I wasn't able to try one of their entrées, but if you're vegetarian, just be aware that your options are pretty limited. read more

Delacroix - View from restaurant! - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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First time here & going to give it 5 stars out of the gate (which is rare for me). 1. Is the overall vibe inside. Tables were not cramped together and there was space to move about. Floor to ceiling windows also help even spots further from the water still have a bit of a view. 2. Cocktail options. Between the 2 of us we had 6 different ones (don't judge) and liked them all. Prices were reasonable for that part of town & the presentation was great. I think 3 had flowers in them. 3. Unique food options that were good. Started with crispy snapper collar. I didn't know what it was but the BF was excited for them. Great presentation and very good. Chef also came by to check on us (and other tables which I appreciated), we also got 1/2 dozen oysters which they let you mix and match with so you're not stuck with only 1 type. Drum Almandine crust and almond topping was amazing. I was also pleasantly surprised by the beef & cavatelli where I swear the pasta was in house made and fresh. 4. Great service. Our waiter was present when needed but not hovering. Super glad we branched out and tried something new even if it's in a bit more of a traditionally touristy area. read more

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A group of 6 of us went last night. The service was good. The prices were through the roof. The food was just okay. We started with some specialty cocktails which were delicious. We ordered the crispy snapper collars. Be careful with this appetizer. It is full of bones. I was startled by that and did not eat another bite of that appetizer. We ordered boudin balls and chargrilled oysters. Both were delicious. For our entrees, my husband ordered the grilled redfish with creamed corn and spicy crawfish butter. It was very tasty. I wish I had ordered that. I ordered the Turtle Sauce Piquante and Morgan City wild catfish. The fish was freshly fried but the sauce was not hot at all. A friend ordered the seafood salad and she said it was just basic. We ordered 3 desserts to share around the table. Two of the three were really good. The Mississippi Mud Pie and the Pontchatoula Shortcrust were the stars of the evening. The Baked Bismarck was just okay and one note. For the prices they charge and the so so food, we will not be going back. read more

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The food, service, and location on the Water was amazing. We had oysters, the bread, the drum and all cooked and prepared perfect and the duck gumbo were amazing. The Almandine drum was fried and perfect breading. We then finished off with some bread pudding. The only thing missing was a cappuccino because they do not have a cappuccino machine or an espresso machine. All recommended for great food. read more

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Great ambiance and wonderful food! The seafood was so fresh and I loved being able to see the water from our table on the patio. read more

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Beautiful new restaurant, perfectly situated along the great Mississippi River. Great views. Great atmosphere. The food was delicious. We shared a variety of appetizers, I personally enjoyed the hot boudin balls. The crawfish ettouffee was perfectly seasoned and you could tell these were no frozen crawfish like at many local venues. To top it off, we had the best dessert I've ever had: strawberry shortcrust with fresh local Pontchatoula strawberries. The chef brought out multiple of our dishes herself. She was very kind, informative, and attentive. Will certainly return in the future. read more

Delacroix - Pontchatoula Shortcrust - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Sat at the bar for a quick bite and some drinks. Bartender was quick and efficient. He mad e a delicious skinny margarita. We ordered a bowl of the Crabby Rice and it was the best. The smoked Duck Gumbo was to die for as well. read more

Delacroix - Crabby Rice and smoked Duck Gumbo. Skinn5 margarita and beer - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Only came in for one drink but the atmospheres and river views were nice. Sat at the bar, there's TVs for sport's and ample seating. Gonna update this to a full review later after dining in. read more

Delacroix - Marsh Fire- hibiscus bourbon, ginger, pineapple, oregeat, Polynesian Kiss bitters. - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We stumble up on Delacroix restaurant after a day of shopping, this is a pretty huge restaurant with large windows beautiful decor, and a nice size patio, and the location is just steps from the mighty Mississippi river, the view is just breathtaking. We were seated right away and waited about 20 mins. no one came to our table, I got up and started taking pictures of all of the empty tables, "Yelp about it" I would Imagine someone saw me taking photo's with then mins. a staff was at our table, I started expressing my disappointment to him, he was very nice and he apologize and offered us free drinks, and told us they were doing a photo shoot for their web page, they had only been open a few weeks, our food was very delicious. I will come back here when I get back here next year. read more

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At first we were humming and hawing about going. BIG Mistake!! Should have just walked in. We sat down and were immediately greeted by our waitress. She really went through the menu with us and made some great suggestions. We started with the Alligator Meat Pie. OMGOODNESS it was heaven in your mouth. My husband and I both said if the food is as good as the appetizer we cannot wait! I had the Momma's Drum Almandine. It is flash fried. And the fish stayed hot through the entire meal. It was flaky and not over done. My husband had the Southern Fried Chicken and Red Beans. He said his chicken was juicy and fried perfectly. Nothing was over done. The portions are very generous. One of the other things we really appreciated was how relaxed the staff make you feel. It has been so long since we have had good fine dining where you order your appetizer it comes; They allow time for you to finish your appetizer before ordering your meal. While the staff do check on you; you are not made to feel as if it is a churn and burn experience. The chef comes out and talks to the guests. read more

Delacroix - Southern Fried Chicken and Red Beans - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

What a fantastic experience. The food is fantastic. The view of the Mississippi is pretty good from most of the restaraunt. At the bar, look for Waites, he invented many of the drinks and he's sure to make you smile - and take good care of you. The oyster selection is on point, I tried many of the apps and all were delish. I highly recommend as one of the top spots to eat in NOLA! The executive chef of Delacroix also is exec chef for August and Luke, which I also highly recommend! read more

I was eagerly following the opening of this spot and managed to snag a reservation during a work trip to NOLA which happened to be during the restaurant's first month of operation. Located at the base of the Four Seasons, Delacroix is part of the rejuvenated Spanish Square at the bottom of Canal Street adjacent to the Hilton and the big outlet mall. The renovation of the building is beautiful, especially as the structure sparkles in the evening light. Delacroix is reportedly the only waterfront dining in the city and the tasteful raised patio seating would offer a nice view (if you are heartier than I am and don't mind the NOLA weather.) The interior decor is gorgeous yet unfussy. A dining room Joanna Gaines might have designed if she was from NOLA. On Saturday night of the Halloween parade, the restaurant seemed only about 2/3 full. As they were turning away people without reservations, I'm wondering if there were a lot of no shows or folks who couldn't make it because of the parade traffic? It's a peaceful place as it is but it felt especially quiet inside. The menu is an interesting combination of comfort foods and fancy dishes. I saw many plates of sandwiches on buns with fries being delivered and a lot of others seemed to know that the same Seafood Salad that I ordered would actually be entree sized. It was a lot of food. I did think that there were too many red and fried onions in the salad, overpowering the delicate crab and shrimp and dressing, but that could just be me. Don't get me wrong, it was still very good. My date reported that the redfish with crab butter and corn was quite good as well but needed a starch so we ordered a $3 loaf of poboy bread (is there a name for this?) which was served piping hot right from the oven. The Seafood Pistolettes were the standout of our meal, ordered as an appetizer. Small bread bites are stuffed with seafood and get flash-fried until crisp, served piping hot with a spicy aioli. Delicious! Though a new spot, the staff did not seem new at all. They must have have hired folks with a lot of experience and then trained them well. There were no opening month jitters to be seen anywhere and they all seemed like pros. A nice, relaxing dinner and a pleasant experience. It was a total shock to step outside afterwards and be greeted by Halloween madness! read more

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We had a wonderful post-graduation lunch for twelve at Delacroix. The place was a little hard to find - right next to, and basically blocked by the ferry terminal. Once we found it in the rain, the restaurant was inviting, and the staff was great. Wine and food were excellent. The only blemish was a miscommunication over a few bottles of wine. I requested the $68 sparkling rosè, but we were served the $185 sparkling rosè. It was excellent, but quite unexpected on the bill. read more

Two weeks into October, Delacroix hasn't been open for quite a month, but I found myself back for a second visit already. Chef Besh, Chef Wiley, and GM Roger Eyles have given New Orleans the most perfect, elevated, Cajun dining experience. So much about Delacroix feels "down home." And the food will make you wish you could move in. The location is unexpectedly amazing. Now that (hopefully not fake) fall has set in, I cannot wait to go back and dine outside, riverside. However, the wrap around windows allow for a great view from anywhere within. The decor is authentic not kitschy. The warmth of the wood balances the deep blues. It feels comfortable and welcoming, the way any Cajun would want you to feel in their kitchen or dining room. I feel like I've tried nearly everything on the menu now, but I know that isn't true. I'll just provide a list of my favorites: Seafood Plateau (best way to do the raw bar), Crispy Snapper Collars, Crabby Rice, Seafood Salad, Momma's Drum Almandine, and the Grilled Redfish. Honorable mention: Cajun Pistolettes and Shrimp Creole. Curious to try next time: Turtle Sauce Piquante. I haven't tried the buns yet, but I sat next to someone with the softshell crab, and it looked amazing. What about dessert, you say? Well, they're all so good that dessert needed its own paragraph. On our first visit we had the Baked Bismarck, Lemon Tart, and an ice cream sandwich that isn't on the menu now. All three were delicious, but the tart was my winner - and I don't eat lemon desserts. The wild berry compote balanced the tartness of the lemon perfectly. I really thought I would be getting it again, but there is now bread pudding as an option. Bread pudding is my favorite dessert. And my favorite bread pudding already belongs to Besh. So, I had to try this one. It is unlike any BP I've had before. Texturally it is perfection. But the addition of satsuma and butterscotch to the flavors is new and exciting. It doesn't beat my other Besh favorite (it's at Lüke btw), but it absolutely is one I will recommend. I'll probably alternate it with the tart on all future visits. As I try to wrap up what may be my longest review ever, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention their cocktails. The menu has lots of interesting flavors and combinations - my favorite is the Marsh Fire. It's the perfect pre-dinner cocktail. Refreshing, but spirited enough to lift the weight of the day from your shoulders. All of the above said, I think it's pretty clear that I think John Besh has absolutely knocked his return out of the park. There's nothing I don't love about this place... other than how close it is to work and how much I might spend there. I can't wait to go back. And I can't wait to see what Besh does next! read more

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The restaurant is super cute. It's very bright. The decor is boat themed and when I was there people patronizing the restaurant seemed to dress like they were on a boat. The service was good. We had a nice friendly server and the host was friendly too. I originally wanted to sit outside to catch the sunset by the river but it was a rainy day so we sat inside. Next time I'll definitely sit outside. I started with a drink called Green Isle and it was amazing. It made me feel like I was at a 5 star beach resort somewhere near the Indian Ocean. For starters we got the duck popper meat pie and the crispy snapper collars. Both of these were so good. They were probably the highlight of my meal. The meat inside the meat pie was so flavorful with just the right amount of spice. The outside was flaky and soft. The crispy snapper collars might be one of the best things I've had this year. The sauce it was drenched in was really good. It was tangy and creamy. The fish itself was crispy and seasoned well on the outside and so fresh and flaky on the inside. My main dish was good. The fish was fried perfectly and the turtle piquante was tasty. It was my first time having turtle piquante. read more

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Great experience. First off it wasn't that easy to find the restaurant as I'm not that familiar with the area since you have to walk a bit from where the drop off is once you find the restaurant you'll find that it's got a great ocean view. Nice open air ambience. Service was excellent very attentive. But I really enjoyed the food. I had. I have a dozen oysters on the half shell excellent starting point then I had a cup of the gumbo with duck. OMG this was so delicious. I should've gotten a bowl. And then I had a classic dish crawfish étouffée another wonderfully delicious dish which reflects classic New Orleans style Cajun cuisine. It was really a five star experience for me and a couple friends. We really enjoyed our meals and will be back. read more

Delacroix just opened this week, and I have to say, it's a strong start! The gumbo and meat pie were easily the stars of the night: rich, seasoned perfectly, and full of flavor. Honestly, the appetizers set the bar high and might've been my favorite part of the meal. The drinks were solid, balanced and refreshing and the main courses were good, though they didn't quite hit the same level of excitement as the starters. Still, they were enjoyable and well-prepared. They also came out really quick . The only real letdown for me was the bread pudding. It had great flavor, but the texture was too spongy and just felt a little off compared to everything else. Overall, Delacroix is definitely worth checking out. The place itself was very nice. Felt as if I was in a beachfront restaurant. With a few tweaks, especially on dessert, I could easily see this becoming a five-star spot. Excited to see how they grow! read more

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I ate here for a work dinner on a weekday night and every dish we ordered was delicious. The chef/owner has really leaned into a vibe of elevated bayou/cajun. The seafood salad was so yum and not too mayo-y. The fried snapper collar was surprising and fun. The chargrilled oysters were better than others I've had, and the mixture really gelled to the oyster in one good bite. I would be excited to go back and try more things! read more

Delacroix - Inside near bar area - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Omg the bartender here was so weird and rude so I came in. I asked for a hot toddy first he said he's not given that to me because he doesn't have the correct glassware so that was that but I did choose the island drink which was absolutely delicious almost like a piña colada. read more

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We expected a four star experience for the price however drinks did not arrive for at least 15 minutes and our food arrived no less than an HOUR later. The gumbo was good but not exactly gumbo and instead of a deviled egg, as in the description, it came with half a hard boiled egg. The fish collars were great. Sadly the raw oysters arrived After we had eaten (?) which is not when a person wants them, we had wanted to start with oysters and drinks. They offer a selection of oysters and we got the ones from Grand Isle. They were the tiniest oysters we have ever seen, although quite tasty. The service was friendly but to not check on us for an hour while we waited with nothing on the table, just isn't done in a high end restaurant. Not worth it for the price. read more

Love the FOOD and ambiance. Great shade during the afternoon heat as well. I went back because I enjoyed their gulf Shrimp and Grits. It was the best creamy grits I had tried so far. Then on my return the menu was different. I had chosen Turtle Sauce piquante and Morgan city wild catfish w jasmine rice. The stew had great flavor, I can taste the wine reduction, was definitely a winner and the meat was soft and Not salty. My husband ordered the Louisana seafood bun ans it was just filled with fried jumbo shrimp and oysters. It was really big to bite down onto but worth the price. I noticed alot of restaurants overdo the salt here in New Orleans. Im happy this place does not mask flavors by overdoing the salt. read more

We had been taking the Algiers Ferry every day into Nee Orleans and I noticed this upscale restaurant right on the waterfront. On our last day, we stopped in for lunch outside. Nice cool breeze, very attentive wait staff, and delicious food. We shared oysters and the boudin, both excellent. Then I had the duck gumbo with egg (so good). Everything was really wonderful, maybe our best meal in NOLA. read more

Delacroix - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Prior reviews was right on. Service, food and ambience enjoyable. Our sever, Kerry, validated each one of our food choices. Pictures of our meal attached. I can't say anymore than you have to try this restaurant. read more

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Had a marvelous time at Delacroix. Went for my office Christmas dinner and it was amazing. The service top notch. The food was timed just right throughout the meal and the ambiance is coastal chill vibes. I can't wait to go back. Makes for a great date-night spot. read more

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Food was ok, just a bit salty. I went on a Friday afternoon around 3:30. Not very crowded. Lots of outdoor seating to take advantage of the river view. I sat at the bar. Service was OK. I was bummed there was no Happy Hour. That is the best hour of the day! read more

Delacroix - The snapper fish collars. - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Stellar oysters! We chose the two varieties from LA and they were so so great. We like the briney kind and they were both that way. We got a table outside so we could watch the boats come in and out. They were busy yet service was still super fast and friendly. Super clean and nice as well. read more

Pleasantly surprised as it was nearby and close to a conference I attended. I have tried BBQ'd oysters before and I thought it was one of the best. The salad was fresh and the shrimp gumbo we had was delicious. We ended up going for lunch twice. read more

Delacroix - BBQ'd oysters (best I have had in New Orleans) and Wiley's Chopped Salad (loved the dressing and super fresh) - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Had a good experience for dinner at Delacroix on a Saturday evening. The restaurant is very spacious and beautifully decorated. Service was friendly and informative as there were a lot of items on the menu that needed further clarification. We ordered the stone crab claws which were delicious but felt the price tag was high for what we received. The pistolettes filled with crab and shrimp were also very tasty. I ordered the seafood salad which was generously portioned however there was so much dressing it was hard to eat and because of that I couldn't eat most of it. If I went back I'd definitely ask for the dressing on the side. My husband got the shrimp creole and loved it. read more

Delacroix - Seafood Salad - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Overall experience was great! Location couldn't be better and the outside seating with the weather we've been getting you can't pass it up! Service was great and the food left us wanting to try more so we'll definitely be back soon! read more

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Great new spot in Nola on the Riverwalk. The food is traditional Cajun so lots of flavors but most entrees in true Cajun fashion tend to be a bit on the heavier side so just be mindful so you don't over order. I went here for a work dinner and a lot of our party was disappointed in the number of beer options. The chef came out and checked on us which was a nice added touch. I recommend this spot for the views of the river just as much as the food. Weather permitting, don't sleep on the patio seating and you'll be in for a treat. read more

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The restaurant was so nice. It has beautiful elegant coastal, casual decor. It was reasonably priced for the food. Which was amazing I had the fired chicken sandwich and it was so good and fresh. And also had the fries which were perfectly crispy in the outside and soft on the inside. As soon as we walked in very one was so nice. Our server was so friendly and attentive. The chef came out and talked to every one. She wanted what was best for the customer and for you to have the best time service and food. read more

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Delecroix is such a beautiful spot right on the Mississippi River, easily one of my favorite new restaurants in New Orleans. The view alone makes it worth the visit. You can watch the sunset over the water whether you sit outside or at any table inside. It was such a nice setting for dinner, relaxing but still lively. The staff was also amazing and our server went above and beyond helping us with food recommendations and answering questions. We had the bread service, crabby rice, snapper collar, and the seafood tableau, and everything was excellent. The bread was warm and fluffy. The crabby rice and collar were both packed with flavor, collar especially stood out, crispy on the outside but perfectly tender inside. We skipped mains since we weren't too hungry, but the seafood tableau was the perfect shareable addition. The different oysters from various regions were so fresh, and the oyster dip ended up being our favorite part of the platter. Even the shrimp was delicious, not your typical shrimp cocktail, but seasoned and flavorful. For drinks, I got the Swamp Thing, which honestly tasted like a frozen twisted tea in the best way, super refreshing and fun. We also had two desserts that were both really good and ended the meal perfectly. Overall, highly recommend checking this place out. It's the kind of spot that works for any crowd, drinks and bites with friends, a nice dinner with family, or just a sunset evening by the river. I'll definitely be back. read more

Delacroix - Seafood tableau - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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New Orleans did not disappoint!! We started with Boudin balls (had Monterey Jack cheese) . I had fried chicken with red beans and rice. He had Momma's Drum Almandine. We shared bread pudding. I had a Marsh Fire Everything was delicious!! David was our server and took very good care of us. Only downside was there was a music festival so the porch was blocked off, a banner blocker the view to the river (one of the reasons we picked the restaurant was to see the river) and it was kinda loud. But these things I do not hold against the restaurant so I still feel like it was a 5 star dinner experience. read more

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The shrimp creole with jasmine rice had just the right amount of creole spices- a true creole flavor! The hamburger had a nice crispy sear to the outside of the patties with a tasty seeded bun! Nice view at night sitting out on the deck. The service was great! The chef is a LA native and everything is very flavorful. read more

I was welcomed by John Besh himself when I walked in. I have met him a few times over the years in the city. Towards the end of the meal the chef came out to my table. Iforgot her name. :( We ended up getting the Crispy Snapper Collars (Very good), Lance's Soft-Shelled Shrimp (Excellent) and the Turtle Sauce Piquant & Fried Catfish (Excellent). Dessert was the lemon tart (Excellent). We are definitely coming back. We were able to get a table outside making it a great atmosphere for dining. We will definitely be back and it will be added to our "regular rotation". read more

Delacroix - Crispy Snapper Collars and a great woman - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Delacroix truly exceeded my expectations from start to finish. The ambience was beautiful and inviting--perfect for a nice night out without feeling too formal. The service was just as impressive; our server was attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience feel seamless. The food was absolutely phenomenal. I tried a few appetizers that completely stole the show--especially the grilled oysters, oyster dip, and boudin balls. They were so good I didn't even think to take pictures, which says everything. Each dish was full of flavor and perfectly prepared. I'll definitely be back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food, great service, and an all-around amazing dining experience. read more

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My first time to NOLA!! Food: the grilled redfish comes with creamed corn and spicy crab butter. I wanted to lick my plate!!! Do yourself a favor and make sure you save some bread to wipe your plate clean!! My husband got the Louisiana seafood with a combo of the shrimp and the oysters. He said it was perfect! Service: from the host, to the server (Lawrell) they were so nice. She made some great recommendations! Since we sat close to the kitchen, you could tell all the employees worked as a team! Ambiance: we had a beautiful water view! Again, perfect! read more

Delacroix - Louisiana seafood - Seafood Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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