It's rare to step into a restaurant before the doors open, an almost behind-the-scenes experience…read more You get to see what makes people tick and who they really are. In the restaurant business, we all have a switch: once the doors open, it flips. Until then, you're seeing people exactly as they are. This team is genuine. Hands down. Yes, I know, I'm technically here for a king cake. Standing in line for a king cake from a famous fried chicken company almost feels satirical. But watching the entire team sit down together for a meal an hour before service told me everything I needed to know about the leadership and the values of this company. People matter here. You can see why the sandwiches are as good as they are. You can feel why the king cake is worth the wait. This team operates like a family; kind to one another, intentional, and connected. The food is made with care because the people are cared for. I'm not here to review the food (which is phenomenal) or the king cake. I'm here to review the brand. This is the kind of business we should be proud to support as a community. Keep it up.

I thought Southern's was pretty good overall. The menu offers some unique options, including…read morecreative chicken sandwiches and a few Asian-inspired fusion dishes that go beyond traditional Southern cuisine. I also like that they feature a daily special that isn't on the regular menu--it adds a nice element of variety. Everything is cooked to order, which is definitely a plus. Just keep in mind that most of the menu is fried, so this isn't the place to go if you're looking for a particularly healthy meal.

The food and service was really good! We shared a few items on the menu…read more The max and cheese was PERFECT! The inside of the restaurant was super cute and spacious

I love to grab a seat at the chef's counter whenever it is possible and I was so glad they had that…read moreoption here! It's so fun to watch the food come out and chat with the team if they're not too busy. Everything on the menu looks great but I decided to go with the daily specials. The arugula salad was exactly what I needed after a long flight and it was very fresh. Absolutely zero wilted leaves on my plate. Not sure what the dressing was but it balanced with the natural bitterness arugula has and I loved the pecans on top. Do not sleep on the pan seared drum if it's offered as a special! It was absolutely delicious and the vegetables were well dressed. The chocolate crème caramel was also an excellent dessert! It looks like a flan but was more like a thick mousse.

We had such a great experience at Gallier's Restaurant & Oyster Bar 4-12-26. Everything we ordered…read morewas delicious, we got Taste of New orleans, Shrimp Poboys, Oysters and Red Snapper!!! The service was truly top-notch. Julianne was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome. The bartender made a good drinks we had Hurricanes. We really enjoyed our time and will definitely be back!

I had 36 oysters in one sitting. It was that good. Had a dozen raw oysters, perfectly shucked,…read moresuper big as our gulf oysters, and fresh. They brought in bags of fresh oysters when I was there. Then had the sample plate with a dozen oysters, all were amazing. But the Creole Oyster is unlike anything I've ever tasted before. The sweetness, slight hint of sourness, and bbq flavor was insane. So I got another dozen of those. Took my creole pasta to go, couldn't even touch it after the 36 oysters. Had it later that night, was pretty good. Great staff, lively atmosphere. Will be back the next time in the town.

Cafe Amelie is very popular with its charming courtyard, and also a beautiful interior, although it…read morecan get loud inside. Reservations are available 60 days in advance, and we booked exactly 60 days out and were grateful to have a lovely table in the courtyard on a perfect Sunday morning on the last day of Jazzfest. My husband got the breakfast sandwich, served on a croissant, which was delicious. I had the Couchon de Lait pork sandwich with side salad. I know it's very popular, but it was too salty and heavy for me. Bananas Foster waffles looked great, as did eggs Benedict. Reasonably priced. Really lovely way to start the day.

We made a last minute reservation at Cafe Amelie after a tour ended. We had passed by it and it…read morelooked so cute and cozy inside. It was Taco Tuesday and a pop up night by the chef so we did not have the usual dinner menu. At first I was disappointed because I was not necessarily in the mood for Mexican and I had already decided on something from the menu online. We chose shrimp tacos and the brisket melt and decided to split them. We had our child with us so the option for her would be a cheese quesadilla. The food took a bit to come out - close to 40-45 minutes. When the food arrived our child had a veggie quesadilla instead of cheese. We could not wait the same amount of time for the correct order so we said we would feed her later. However the chef made one immediately. I appreciated the care they took with making the correction for us. Our food was fantastic! The tacos had a lot of shrimp and were so flavorful. The shrimp were also smaller so it made it easier to eat while ensuring shrimp in all the bites. I can't stand huge shrimp that fall out resulting in eating tortilla and garnish for the majority of bites. The brisket melt was so so good. My daughter (who can be limited in food repertoire) tried it and loved it. She then decided this was the best restaurant of our trip after those few bites. The ambiance is so cozy and warm. I loved the vibe and decor - almost like being in your Southern aunt's dining room. We will definitely plan to return when we head back to New Orleans to try the original menu or even another pop up if they have one.

Breion she was amazing !! we are in town visiting and she was phenomenal!! recommendations of the…read morecity, also food OMG !!! she gave us excellent service !! I will come back a million times and have her take care of us ! she made us feel home and welcome ! thank you Breion and thank you Willie Mae's for the amazing food prepared to the T !

Food was seasoned to perfection, especially chicken! Seems to be a popular spot.I would recommend…read more reservations

I recently visited Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken on Saturday evening around 7pm, and from the…read moremoment I walked in, the place was absolutely buzzing. The restaurant was packed, and the staff was moving nonstop--but what really stood out was how smoothly everything was handled despite how busy it was. The food? Easily a 10/10. The chicken had that perfect balance--crispy and slightly spicy on the outside, yet unbelievably juicy and tender on the inside. You can tell real care goes into it. The greens were cooked just right with a subtle hint of spice that gave them great flavor, and the slaw had a light sweetness that complemented everything perfectly. Service was just as impressive. My server, Tashena, was attentive, friendly, and kept everything flowing without missing a beat, even in the rush. You could tell she genuinely cared about the experience. I also have to shout out the manager, Whitney. She was incredibly uplifting, constantly cheering on her team and keeping the energy positive and motivated. That kind of leadership really shows in the overall experience. Between the food, the service, and the atmosphere, I can confidently say this is a 1000/10 recommend. I'll definitely be back

The food here at Gus's, shits on all fried chicken in the area, js. Iykyk type energy forreal…read moreforreal!

Finally! On our last day in NO we tried WJ and wow! This is…read morewhat we thought breakfast in New Orleans would be! Exceeded our expectations! Great coffee bar! Definitely treat yourself and try WJ. Great service too!

The food at Willa Jean is to die for! I was already in the area, so I decided to try this place…read moreout. The inside looked really nice. Because I was trying to eat healthy at the time, I ordered their Grain Bowl ($16.00) which consists of quinoa, edamame, lima beans, cherry tomato, mushrooms, roasted carrot, roasted poblano, almond, & poached egg. I also got their Chia Pudding ($7.00) which consists of chia seed & orange and coconut puree. Everything was so flavorful and delicious! The grain bowl was seasoned perfectly, and the chia pudding had a nice mix of tartness and creaminess. The only downside was that I felt a little rushed by my server. He was polite but wasn't too outreaching. Also, they do add a 3% admin fee so just be aware of that. Theres only street and garage parking for the restaurant. Aside from that, I'd say Willa Jean was worth the stop food wise!

Fast service, good food. Great option if you're headed to bourbon street right after.read more

Amazing food, great drinks and bartender. Very relaxed vibe. I would have added a pic but I was too…read moreexcited to taste it instead of pictures.

The absolute best oysters that we had in NOLA! We came in during happy hour, sat at the bar, and…read moreenjoyed expertly crafted cocktails and fresh fried and raw oysters in an upscale restaurant at a fraction of the cost. Full transparency, I would pay full price - it was that good. Friendly service and an all around great dining experience. It was my daughter's first time eating raw oysters AND she doesn't like to eat at the bar ~ even she was sold! I ordered the Papa Doc - I'm more of a vodka/bourbon drinker and usually save the tequila for margaritas, but this was fantastic!

There was a late Sunday after Jazz test and we got an reservation an hour. I normally don't like to…read moredine in. They accommodated us wonderfully with a beautiful table in the back dining area. My friends she started with a French 75 and I got a GINGER JULEP- Four Roses, ginger syrup, ginger beer, mint. Both were well made and tasty. She ordered the Shrimp Stuffed Gulf Oysters bread crumbs, ravigote, parmesan. Being Celiac I tried the Jumbo Louisiana Shrimp & Grits roasted jalapeño cheese grits andouille & green onion sausage after last year enjoying Luke's raw oysters and scallops. This dish was a different take on Shrimp and grits that was a delight in each bite. Luke has great service in rooms with high ceilings making for a very comfortable ambiance surrounded by a beautiful bar and interesting furniture. An excellent meal again by Luke.

What a great late night experience. Bryce was an absolute pleasure to have as a server and the food…read morewas just what I needed to cap off my first night in Nola

This is a fun spot right to check out for NOLA seafood. Sophie at the bar is the best. Great…read morerecommendations, and made you feel right at home! It was like talking to an old friend.