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    Doris Metropolitan

    4.4 (911 reviews)
    Open • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    DORIS METROPOLITAN ATMOSPHERE

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    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dressy

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    Grace C.

    From the moment we walked in, the interior and ambiance were beautiful--upscale, intimate, and stylish without feeling stuffy. The service was excellent throughout the entire meal. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel special. And the FOOD! We definitely came hungry and tried a little bit of everything. The Tomato Celebration was fresh, colorful, and full of flavor. The dry-aged steak was cooked beautifully--tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The Brussels sprouts were another favorite: perfectly crispy and a great side to the steak. Of course, we couldn't leave without dessert, so we tried both the Bonaparte and Kadaif Nest. Both were beautifully presented and a perfect ending to an already amazing dinner. Between the food, service, gorgeous interior, and overall ambiance, Doris Metropolitan delivered the complete dining experience. It's definitely on the pricier side, but for a special dinner in New Orleans, it's worth it. Great food + great service + great atmosphere = an easy 5 stars. Would absolutely return!

    Amazing ribeye
    Jen S.

    Such a fabulous restaurant with amazing service. Our server, Adam, was attentive without being intrusive. He truly made the dinner an experience. And the food.... wow! Steaks are fantastic, perfectly seasoned. and cooked precisely as ordered. And the bread basket is fantastic. Trust me on this get the bread Service.. Make a reservation for next time you're in town, this is one of those unique restaurants you do not want to miss!

    Ribeye, Truffle French Fries, Brussels Sprouts, Five Cheese Couscous
    Kyle C.

    I visited for the first time after receiving several positive recommendations from colleagues, so my expectations were quite high. Overall, the experience was average and did not fully meet those expectations. The charcuterie and cheese board, priced at $68, was underwhelming in both portion size and value. It included only six thin slices of cured meat and a small selection of cheeses. Unfortunately, one of the cheeses had an unpleasant flavor that made it inedible for our table. The bread service was a highlight, offering a nice variety of breads and accompaniments. The ribeye was cooked well and enjoyable, but it did not stand out from what I've experienced at other upscale steakhouses. The five-cheese couscous was the biggest disappointment, as it lacked the rich, flavorful profile its description suggested. While the service and presentation were appreciated, the overall dining experience did not justify the high expectations or the price point.

    Outside
    Florence T.

    I'll admit Doris Metropolitan was not on my list of places to try in New Orleans, but now that I've been there I can't stop talking about it! My good friends and I went here for a Holiday Meal and reservations were a must have as they were super popular! We were sat outside in their patio area, where it was quite spacious. They were careful to not overfill the tables so everyone can have the best experience. Our waitress was absolutely fabulous with so much personality and knowledge. She quite literally knew everything about the menu, how everything was prepared, and could accommodate all your requests! Top notch for sure! Then there was the food! We got a couple of appetizers to start, the Eggplant and the Tuna Tartare. Both were very shareable and combined with the complimentary bread were perfect! At that point we were already getting full but went forward with the main courses anyways! I got the Hangar Steak with Mushroom Ragu, Medium well. And for someone who doesn't eat a lot of meat, I was very impressed by the flavors! For sides we got the brussel sprouts and truffle fries. The truffle fries did it for me with the perfect crisp texture and good amount of truffle. For dessert, we went with the Tiramisu. Now that was an experience! Other places have their Banana Foster, Doris Metropolitan has their Tiramisu! It was a presentation coming out as a chocolate dome and then melting away in to the Tiramisu beneath. 100% recommend trying this place out at least once!

    Classified cut with root purée
    Jason J.

    My wife loved her steak! I am probably wrong about this, but I kinda think steak is a guy thing. Let me at least say it is in my house. I like steak, my wife likes me, we go eat steak at restaurants. When we go my wife will typically not order steak. This night however, was different. I was nervous. She ordered the classified cut. What is it? Well, I could tell you, but then I would have to, well you know. I ordered the dry aged bone in strip my usual. Here is the thing, when the food came, and I watched as she took her first bite with bated breath, she looked over and said "well it's about time I got a really good steak."Holy crap! Mikey likes it. Wow, was she right. My steak was good, hers was great. Both steaks were cooked perfectly. I have noticed at these nicer steak restaurants you might want to order your temp one level more done, especially, if you don't like steaks on the more red side. We do like ours a bit more red so we are usually happy with the temp. We also ordered a dessert called a Bonaparte that was delicious. It was a kinda like a napoleon. It was phyllo dough, a whipped cream interior that was very tasty and had a raspberry sauce. We didn't know this but when you sit down they bring a bread plate and fancy butters. We especially liked the onion bread with za'atar butter, but all of them were good and there is a lot of it. We sat in the courtyard, and it was hot that day, but we were comfortable. I will say the music was a bit loud, and our waiter offered to turn it down because he and us were having trouble hearing each other. He did turn it down, that lasted about 5 minutes but then someone set it back to stun. A minor annoyance in the grand scheme of things. That brings us to our waiter. What a fine fellow. He was super accommodating. He was very down to earth and even though this place was on the higher end of places to eat he was never snooty or uptight. I mean this is the French quarter after all in the big easy. Everyone relax and let it flow. What a great night. My wife finally ate a steak she enjoyed. I think we are coming back next month and I am getting the classified cut.

    Octopus
    Jim L.

    Visited Doris Metropolitan in New Orleans for a celebratory dinner, and the experience delivered. We started with the octopus appetizer, which was one of the better starters of the night. Rich, layered, and well-balanced with fresh elements that worked together on the plate. For entrées, we had a variety of cuts, including the Australian Wagyu, ribeye, butcher's cut, and lamb chops. The Wagyu stood out immediately. High quality, great sear, and finished tableside, which added to the overall experience without taking away from the food itself. Each steak was cooked precisely to temperature and full of flavor. The lamb chops paired with carrots and brussels were well executed and balanced. The sides complemented the meal well and did not feel like afterthoughts. You can also see their in-house dry aging setup, which speaks to the level of detail they put into their steak program. It shows in the final product. The drinks were solid across the board. The Old Fashioned and bourbon selections paired well with the meal and matched the food's quality. Service by Noelle was attentive and responsive throughout the night. Everything flowed well, and we were taken care of without feeling rushed or hovered over. This is not a casual dinner spot, but for a celebration or a night where you want a full experience, Doris Metropolitan absolutely delivers.

    Truffle french fries and carrots
    Joshua M.

    I stopped in for dinner at Doris Metro last night with a friend and we ate at the bar as they didn't have tables open. When you walk in there is a glass case to your left showing meat in storage and to the right at the end of the bar is a butcher case for displaying cut steaks. The restaurant has a central courtyard that was nice, who doesn't like to eat outside under the stars. The wall that surrounds that courtyard is where they keep wine for the restaurant, which I thought was a nice aesthetic. The service was fine but not all that noteworthy in either way. For my dinner, I ordered a 14 ounce ribeye. They sous vide the steaks there, which is kind of like cheating, but the result was spectacular. Now, if you haven't read in one of my other reviews before, I am extremely picky about steak. I make a mean steak, and I'm disappointed at restaurants that cannot make a steak as good or better than I can. Doris did not disappoint! She whipped out a steak that is one of the best I've ever eaten. I need to note that the truffle fries were also spectacular, the carrots were very good. And a special note about the bread. I usually do not eat much bread at restaurants as I want my calories to be packed with flavor. Once again, Doris did not disappoint. All three of the breads they gave me were in the top ten of my favorite breads. 10 out of 10, would recommend

    Dry aged ribeye
    Kristina D.

    We had an amazing time here! Came for a nice dinner during our friend's bachelorette trip. This place is pricey but worth it - you get what you pay for. The entire space is beautiful - I love that you can see the dry aged meats when you walk in. We were seated in the courtyard, which was lovely. The service was top tier. Our server Bobby was phenomenal and gave us some treats on the house to celebrate our friend. He let us take our time but we never had to look for him. My friend also decided to try a different temperature of steak for the first time and didn't like it -- they didn't hesitate to cook her meat a little more for her. The food and drinks were delicious and fresh. Even the complimentary bread was great! Our cocktails were flavorful with good liquor content - the espresso martini was especially yummy. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and the sides were great too. The only thing we didn't love was the tiramisu - the whiskey glaze was a little too strong and overpowered the taste of the dessert. Will absolutely be back the next time I'm in the city!

    The best Carpaccio EVER!!
    Jamie B.

    Believe the hype, this place is the best steakhouse in the city. Followed closely by Chop House and Dickie Brennans. They start you off with a bread trio and a butter trio. The sesame seed bread was probably my least favorite of the 3 but we did inhale all of it, it does not mean it was not good, just less good. That butter was amazing, I liked the garlic butter best. Then there was an olive oil dip on the table as well. This carb and olive oil girl was certainly in heaven with this to start and it was all technically complimentary! For apps we ordered the Carpaccio. This was really the greatest Carpaccio I have ever had. Prior to this, my #1 was at Chop House. This one is so much more than just raw meat. They add an array of amazing flavors that I am still thinking about 2 months later. They had cheese on top, a Parmigiano-Reggiano and then they add balsamic vinegar balls. I was digging around this dish to figure out what it was, I had to ask the waiter. He explained they make the balsamic balls in house and it just adds bursting flavors to the dish. The dish also had baby arugula as well as jalapeno. It didn't really need those last two ingredients but this is something I will have to order the next time I go here. Then for entrees, steaks of course. I got the tenderloin; it comes with bone marrow which it a nice value. I did give it to my hubby since he loves bone marrow more than me. Service was incredible. They have a cute outdoor courtyard like more NOLA restaurants have. It's located in the French Quarter so off-street parking. There is a meat section, hanging meat, you can purchase if you don't want to dine in. And they have a HH Mon to Thur.

    Octopus Appetizer
    Faviola C.

    We had dinner here for the first time a few weeks ago. We were seated in the bar area, feet away from their aging room. The restaurant is beautiful; loved the open kitchen concept and decor. Adam was our server and he was great! He provided great recommendations, was attentive and very friendly. From the start, we were obsessed! We started off with their fresh bread and butter/olive oil and octopus - both amazing! We also had an old fashion and a daiquiri for drinks and the prawns and polenta and butchers choice steak for dinner. Everything was phenomenal! Highly recommend :)

    Bread for the table
    Steve Z.

    Everything here is high end but if you are out celebrating something, it's the place to be. The service is over the top - never wanted for anything. The food is BEYOND AMAZING. You will pay for this experience but if you are in NOLA, it is worth every cent. Judge for yourself w/ my pics.

    Corina R.

    First class service! Beautiful old school steakhouse in NOLO. Wine excellent, cocktails delicious. The bread & flavored butters could have been our meal. We ordered mussels. Steaks, Brussel sprouts. Everything was perfect . I would return in a second. There is a dress code.

    Monica K.

    We had the best time at Doris Metropolitan for my friends 40th bday dinner. The service was a 10 out of 10. We had a late reservation so the vibes and music were a little up beat, which we loved. No party, just nice music, good wine, good food, and great service. Please try the octopus appetizer, I've never had anything like it in my life! It was amazing!

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    It's smaller than I expected

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    Café Amelie - The dining room as we were leaving.

    The dining room as we were leaving.

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    Le Bouchon Wine

    4.7(15 reviews)
    0.4 mi•French Quarter

    I typically have to be in a legit French Quarter state of mind to opt for drinking or dining there,…read morebut being that it's often central to where my friends want to meet, I have my usual spots. I'll be choosing Effervescence (if it's open... limited hours, especially given that it closes at 4pm on Sundays), Peychaud's or its neighbor, the Will and the Way if I'm with beer drinkers (ie, my husband) or Patrick's Bar Vin. Latitude 29 if I'm yearning for a Pandan Painkiller. Spots where loud party people tend to avoid. I'm happy to add another spot to the list, Le Bouchon! Especially if I'm really in the need of peace and quiet. It's lovely in here, reminiscent of a European wine grocery with a pretty spot in the rear for sitting. It's so intimate and quiet, a peaceful reprieve from the hustle and bustle through the back windows where one looks out upon the French Market. The service is top notch, with a friendly chill bartender and a chef who pops out to make sure everything is OK. I met my friend here on a late Sunday afternoon and felt really welcome, without it being too overbearing as it may happen when a place is on the quieter side. It would be amazing if there were a single vegan option on the menu... even chips or salted nuts or taralli so that us plant based folks could stay longer and not drink wine on an empty stomach. I have two generous glasses of a perfect rosé. We appreciated the selection of wines by the glass. Bonus: you can also pick up a lovely bottle of wine (admittedly, I didn't get a chance to peruse the wall of wine) to take home!

    Great place for wine and charcuterie away from the hustle and bustle. Nice for a stop before a…read moredinner or for a more casual wine and light menu food. Quiet and nicely decorated. Our server Eric was very courteous and nice! Nice selection of wines.

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    Le Bouchon Wine - Delicious Italian sandwich with bubbles

    Delicious Italian sandwich with bubbles

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    Doris Metropolitan - newamerican - Updated October 2026

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