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    French Quarter

    4.1 (343 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Cajun/Creole
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Sparkling Pink Pimm's Cup
    Jenn S.

    Drinks are delicious (I got the sparkling pink Pimm's cup) and the food is yummy. The rice & beans didn't have a ton of rice, but was really tasty. The burrata salad was an interesting mix - asparagus was unexpected - but good. Not amazing. Portions are HUGE! We asked our waitress how many beignets come in an order, and she just said "3." So we got 2 orders and they were giant!

    Kristin E.

    Staff was amazing made great recommendations! The drinks were great and the creole sauce was kicking! Loved the overall atmosphere in this quaint restaurant!

    Shrimp and grits entree looks smaller than it used to be
    Hanna H.

    This is an updated review, since we used to go here once a year for special birthday occasions for a friend when we were craving some Southern New Orleans style food. I haven't gone here for the past 2 years. I used to love going here, but then again I'm not sure if my standards are also higher now that I have visited New Orleans and experienced the food scene there. The shrimp and grits here used to be my favorite, but for $30 I can't say it's worth it anymore. Over the years, through comparison of the food photos on my phone-- the portion of the grits get smaller and smaller every year. This year, the grits did not have much taste, unlike the cheese grits that we ordered as an appetizer which was my favorite part of my meal today. The roasted brussel sprouts were okay. I thought they were going to be crispy but there was a lot of sauce covering the brussel sprouts so they ended up being on the wetter side. Cornbread was also unfortunately on the harder, dryer side. I've also been missing the beignets I had back in New Orleans, and I was greatly disappointed with the ones that were served here. The batter was super thick and dry, that it felt like I was eating a very dense donut with powdered sugar. I could barely eat a few bites, and this dish was also very pricey compared to New Orleans-- like $13 which came with 3 pieces if I remember correctly. Please go back to how you used to be, French Quarter restaurant!! Boston doesn't have enough of this type of food here as it is.

    Crawfish Etouffee.
    Emma G.

    Every once in a while, you get a meal like this where the opinion is dramatically split. I came here last Friday night with my top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality with the hope that we could get seated at one of our nearby faves after dinner, The Wig Shop (we couldn't - everyone had that idea; devastating). I thought this was okay, but my chum was absolutely blown away so French Quarter would really benefit from that off-the-charts positive review that will likely never be written. But this alternative review could be worse. I'm not entirely sure if this neighborhood is considered touristy or not; it's near Boston Common and within walking distance of a lot of tourist attractions, but it's sort of an amalgam of a lot of different vibes. That said, for me this place felt touristy to some extent, almost like a kitschy theme restaurant. It reminded me of an establishment you'd find within a few blocks of MSG or Times Square in NYC, a little rundown and not that comfortable (at least from my perspective). That was reemphasized as soon as we walked in and were greeted by a young hostess who looked completely disinterested in her job and maintained an expression-less face throughout our visit. She led us toward the back of the restaurant close to the end of the bar, where we had a view of most of the room. I lived for a little while in the NOLA area so crawfish and I have a delightful, storied past. If I see it on a menu, I usually go for it. On this particular adventure, I went with the Crawfish Etouffee entree. It was okay though I thought it was a little bland compared to other dishes I've had - it's supposed to be pretty spicy but my gut says they went mild for the tourist palates (assuming I'm right about this being a tourist spot). Unless you're actually in Louisiana, the crawfish are going to be pretty miniscule and that was certainly the case here. It is what it is. We also split the Fried Oysters, which I was just eh on. I give them credit for having a spicy creole sauce (I reached for my water a few times immediately after consumption), but my gold standard for these is 1803 in NYC. You don't get the chewy texture situation that you had here. They were okay for me, but nothing more. My chum of course loved them and everything she consumed here. Every bite was greeted with squeals of delight. Truly an exciting experience from the other side of the table. She ate most of the app, consumed her salmon/grits (really highlighted the grits though again, everything got an A grade from her) and then started attacking what was left of mine. Nothing was spared. Michelin-level from the school of hospitality alum. The service was very uneven. Our waiter was nice but inattentive and honestly mystifyingly so - we had a table that was abutting a main walkway for the staff so he was constantly nearby and yet every time we were looking around for him (which was fairly often) his back was completely turned to us. Additionally, French Quarter has a very awkward restroom setup; to access the facilities, you literally have to take this elevator (and not a particularly nice one) downstairs to the basement. I used it twice, and each time had to wait a minute or two for the elevator to arrive - it's slow and tedious. If you think you have to go, don't wait around because you may not have the luxury to do so later on. About as average as it gets but I'm willing to acknowledge that I grade Cajun food on a curve that others might not. No excuse for the service issues though.

    Crab Cake burger
    Dina A.

    Food: genuinely shocked at how bad the food here was. My fav cuisine is Cajun/Creole so I was excited to try French Quarter, given its uniqueness within the Boston food scene. The hush puppies were overcooked/fried and DRY. My crab cake sandwich was also overcooked/lacked moistness and oversalted. My friend had the etouffee and she loved that, and her portion was generous. Service: I personally wasn't the fondest of service here -- nothing to write home about. Ambiance: I enjoyed the Mardi Gras decor. Overall: If you actually enjoy Cajun/Creole food, I wouldn't recommend this Boston rendition of the cuisine.

    Munah H.

    A little bit of NOLA in Boston. We came here on a Friday night for dinner. What a lively place! Our waiter was attentive and welcoming. I love the décor; it brings you right to New Orleans. I ordered the chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. The fries were so good! The chicken sandwich was filling but could've been a bit more seasoned. My colleague said the red & beans rice was perfect. I will try that next time. Overall, this was a good restaurant. I will be back to try more things off the menu.

    Beignet
    Crystal K.

    Popped in for an end of the night espresso martini which was good and beignets. The beignets were super disappointing. I should have read the reviews before ordering. They were heavy and doughy, not light and airy The bartender was friendly enough.

    Okay Cajun Tequila wings - Fried chicken wings garnished with chopped green onions are presented on a white plate alongside celery sticks and a small black container of dipping sauce. The background features a bar with various bottles and jars, including jars of lemon and citrus slices, and a blue wall with bar equipment. The setting appears to be a casual dining or bar area with a marble countertop.
    Deborah B.

    I really enjoyed the winter spiced winter sangria. I think I could taste cloves, wonderful fruit flavors. It was really lovely, enjoyed it so much. I didn't like the Cajun tequila wings as much. They were just okay, $16. Comfortable, & friendly people. Sat at the bar. Restroom is interesting, downstairs, like in the basement, took an elevator down to it. Great architecture around there, absolutely excellent location next to theaters. Love that area. One patron at the bar ran over from a theater during intermission for a quick seltzer & restroom break. Zero wait for her. Excellent location.

    The elevator !!!! Right???? - A woman with curly hair, wearing a black top and a pearl necklace, takes a selfie indoors. Behind her is a large black-and-white mural showing a crowded street scene with many people wearing hats and overhead wires, likely representing a historical event or location.
    Ameil S.

    Feeling for a little bit of New Orleans while you're in Boston, definitely pop into the French Quarter service. Here is excellent. The ambience is really very good and reminiscence of New Orleans. We did not have food on this visit but it smelt delicious waitress had a Poboy shrimp Poboy for lunch and it looked exactly like it was supposed to and everything in here smells amazing. I wish we were hungry. Come on by.!!!

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    Daejah D.

    Service was great! Came in there was a wait but we were able to grab seating at the bar. The restaurant was nice and not overly noisy. The food came out relatively quick after placing our order. Now the food I wish I loved more. The wings were just okay. Not special in anyway. I wouldn't recommend the jambalaya it has a strong tomato paste taste, not spicy, and the chicken I believe is dark meat which just isn't my preferred. The Shrimp and grits were amazing! I ended up getting their burger (not pictured) it was really good!

    Jambalaya - A Cajun jambalaya dish served in a small black cast iron skillet, containing rice, shrimp, chicken, and vegetables, garnished with a whole red chili pepper and chopped green onions. The dish is placed on a white plate, with a dark wooden table surface visible. In the background, there are bowls of rice, a glass of water, and other dishes, indicating a restaurant setting.
    Rongan C.

    Came in here and asked our waiter what the divine smell was, he mentioned it's their jambalaya, which is what I ended up ordering. Incredible, 10/10

    Shrimp and grits

    The food and service was delicious. Food was served quick and well prepared i had Shrimp and grits the grits were creamy and shrimp prepared just right.

    Fried oysters
    Donna M.

    We've been wanting to try to the French Quarter since it is so conveniently located to the Opera House and we often come in to Boston to see a show. However, we're usually running late and don't have time to dine! However, this past Friday night we made reservations and were able to get in 1.5 hours before the show started giving us plenty of time. We requested to sit by the window so we could people watch. The windows were open since it was a beautiful night out. I stated with the cucumber Sage Collins and my husband had the French 75. We wound up trading because I liked his slightly more. Mine was just a little too tangy and he preferred my drink so it worked out well. We started with the fried oysters at the suggestion of our server, and they were delightful! The sauce was just the right amount of tang and kick. Would be nice if it were presented in a small ramekin rather than the plastic container that you would normally get at a seaside road stand. I had the Etouffee Crowned Catfish because I wanted to try the corn maque choux and the crawfish! It was quite tasty and I loved the corn maque choux garnish underneath. My husband had the shrimp and grits and I tried his as well both were quite good! My portion was very substantial so I gave some of mine to him. We had a very enjoyable dinner and look forward to returning the next time we have show tickets!

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    Ok food with good service. Convienent if you are going to watch a show after but wouldn't t recommend otherwise

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    Do they have any gluten free items? I have celiac disease?

    Hi Carol, many of our menu items can be made GF. Please speak with your server before ordering, and they will be happy to work with you!

    Is there outdoor seating?

    Not quite...but there is seating by the front windows which they open. That's where my friend and I sat...felt open-air and quite safe.

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