Don't let 4.1 stars deceive you. This place is worth it. While I've technically had better food (maybe?), Herbsaint nailed small nuances that you normally miss. For instance, my drink came to my table less than 5 minutes after I ordered it. So did my second drink. It seems they generally have two servers per table, which is out of the norm but a nice touch. I've dined at some great restaurants but the service here is insane, in the best way possible. The tuna tartare was different, in a good way. Imagine tuna meets Cajun, and that is what it was. What it lacked for in the flavor you normally seek in tune, it made up for in perfect Cajun spice. The duck was right on par. The fat was flavorful, and it was crispy in a way that normally only Peking duck is. Emily (one of the managers) came by and introduced herself and was very friendly. I can't say enough good things about this place. It's great as a date night, with a group, you name it. read more

Make this a must stop when in NOLA! We had a great time, great food, and greater service tonight for dinner. We are here for work and some fun. Our group of 4 chose indoor dining, they do have an outdoor patio if you prefer. We were greeted warmly and seated upon arrival with a reservation. The menu is well thought out and offers diners plenty of options to choose from. You can build a multi course meal or go as light a necessary depending on your appetite. We were assisted with the tour of the menu by Sofia Garcia and the Crew! They walked us through the menu and we asked for recommendations which she gladly provided. From start to finish, Sofia and the Crew did not miss a beat. Service was great but not intrusive. Pace of the meal was perfection. We received what we needed and more! The menu offer starters, specials, small plates, and full entrees. You can build a memorable meal all the way through! They also have an extensive wine list and drink menu. I will speak to my choices. Sofia recommended the Blue Fin Tuna Tartare and I started there. Tuna was light, flavorful and beautifully prepared. Tuna was succulent and had great texture. Each bite left me anticipating the next bite. Great place to start. For the entree I went with the Louisiana shrimp. Another hit from the kitchen. Succulent and well seasoned shrimp that didn't take away from the flavor of the shrimp. Accompanied by a corn side, this was a great combo for the middle of the meal. The rest of the table enjoyed the Duck Confit (amazing), fried oysters, gumbo, watermelon gazpacho, and the short rib! Each of us enjoyed our meal. To conclude our meal we had dessert and coffee. The table enjoyed the banana brown butter tart, flourless chocolate cake, and the seasonal ice cream. Each stood out in their own unique way. The banana tart was amazing, order it à la mode. It just works.... As great as the food was, the star of the evening was Sofia and the Crew. Ever present but never intrusive. Answered our questions and provided great recommendations. Make the time to done here and enjoy an amazing experience. Thanks Sofia! read more

I'm glad I wore pants with an elastic waist for this trip to New Orleans. For the 2nd straight night, we had an outstanding meal. We ordered everything on the Small Plates section except for the fried green tomatoes, which we had for lunch. We also ordered the Muscovy Duck Leg Confit entrée. The bottles of French Burgundy and Oregon Pinot Noir paired well. The desserts were delicious with the blueberry ice cream the favorite. Herbsaint in the Central Business District of New Orleans is highly recommended. read more

One word....AMAZING. We ordered all small plates from menu, the fish of the day and then FOUR desserts. Unbelievably delicious. The dirty and espresso martinis were on point. The vibe of the establishment is lively and welcoming. Even more important, service was unbelievably impressive. Kate and Jordan both served our table of three and they were absolutely perfect. We are in NOLA quite a bit and this was our first time at Herbsaint. We cannot wait to go back! read more

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Absolutely delicious! Started with the tuna tartare which was my personal favorite had loads of flavor. Did also get the beef short rib to start it was perfectly tender but as far as flavor it wasn't an extraordinary short rib also was a very small portion. For entree had the duck confit and was recommended the side of okra 10/10. The dish itself was amazing but the okra just had the little extra umph that was needed. Will be back! read more

This is one of those rare occasions where five stars just isn't enough. It's so rare when every single item delivered to the table is almost perfect in flavor and presentation, combined with service that is equally perfect, but such was the case when my party of four visited Herbsaint recently, the night before our cruise departing from the Port of New Orleans. The space is elegant but not stuffy, the tables are arranged closely but not cramped. The noise level is blissfully low by modern standards, allowing the patrons to be able to actually chat during a meal, a quickly fading joy these days. But what of the food? In a word: outstanding. Here's what we had: Blackened snap peas - Still crisp yet with a delightful char and wonderful topping, these were a delicious starter Dirty rice - Well seasoned but not overly fussy, this was a great subtly elevated version of the NOLA classic Fried green tomatoes - Hiding beneath a bed of fresh greens worthy of being eaten themselves, these were perfectly golden brown and delicious discs of goodness, hiding firm and slightly tart slices of green tomato within. Delicious. Wagyu striploin steak - The star of the table, this was one of the best cuts of meat I've ever tasted. So tender, yet bursting with flavor, seasoned and seared to perfection, four of us were practically fighting over this. Not a bite was left. Pot de creme dessert - Served small in a little glass cup, this was the perfect end to a great meal, smooth and creamy with just the right consistency, and thoughtfully punctuated with fresh berries. Bottom line, this was truly a fantastic meal, one of the best I've had this year so far. Well worth a visit! read more

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The food and service overall was great! The gumbo had a very dark roux that I did not love, but that's just a personal preference. Everything else was amazing! I'm still thinking about the banana dessert and the handmade spaghetti carbonara! The duck was perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside and flavorful and the dirty rice was pretty good as well. Green beans had an interesting flavor. I did not love so maybe I would swap that out for something else in the future, but I would definitely recommend! read more

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Excellent Service 10/10, food 10/10, drinks 10/10. My only comment is the smell/smoke from the kitchen in the main dining room was unpleasant. The private room is way better. Everything I ate was delicious but the stars of the show were: fried green tomatos, house made spaghetti, the wagyu and the chicory oreo ice cream . 10/10 all around! read more

Truly top tier food experience! We were lucky enough to snag a four top on a Monday for lunch before flying out. The fried oysters and fried green tomatoes with shrimp were absolutely delectable. For mains, we split the Louisiana Jumbo Shrimp with Butter Beans and tomato confit. The bread basket was perfect to sop up that unctuous sauce left in the bottom of the bowl. After a meal like that, we couldn't pass up the dessert. We opted for the Banana Brown Butter tart with fresh whipped cream that blew our doors off. Sooooo delicious. The only downside was my extremely lackluster Bloody Mary. The bartender needs to spend some time with the bartender at Acme Oyster to learn how to make a better Bloody. Overall, a fantastic send off from the Crescent City. read more

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Sister dinner on a Saturday night for 3! We found space at the bar and settled in nicely. The restaurant was booming! Entrées took a long while to come out GM offered to takeoff our drinks from the bill as well as offered dessert. I'm glad we stopped here rather than venturing out to Pêche. read more

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Delicious and fresh, in a neighborhood we hadn't visited. Loved the small plates and their pasta dish. It was a nice lighter meal which is a good balance in New Orleans. The decor and environment was really hip and relaxing. read more

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Amazing food and outstanding service. This place deserves a Michelin Star. Omg. Luckily we skipped lunch before going. We had the arugula salad (amazing - literally do not pass up the opportunity to try it), gumbo, and small plates: the spaghetti with the egg, the short Rio and Louisiana shrimp. The service was attentive, classy yet relaxed and high end but never pretentious or presumptuous. We ended with the Louisiana Shrimp and the server brought us over extra bread for dipping because she knew how amazing the sauce was and also knew it was exactly what we wanted. read more

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Herbsaint is by far my favorite restaurant in New Orleans. Everything is just executed to such a high level. The food is amazing, the service is awesome & the restaurant has a really nice intimate but jovial atmosphere. I stopped by Herbsaint on a Wednesday afternoon. Reservations were a bit tough to grab last-minute, so I ended up with an 8pm slot. Located in the CBD area, parking could be a bit hard. The ambiance inside the restaurant was really nice. It had a more intimate vibe, but was loud & full enough that it still felt casual. Service was really great. Our waiters (yes two) were very attentive & did a great job. We got a lot of stuff from the menu. The gumbo, the beef short ribs, and the banana brown butter tart were by FAR the best. That gumbo was some of the best I've had - it was so flavorful and had such nice depth. It was rich, but not too much & I thought the chicken + andouille had a nice flavor. The short ribs likewise were also very flavorful and so tender. The tart was phenomenal as well. It had such a well executed flavor & felt beautifully balanced with the ice cream. We also got the grilled lamb kofta & the muscovy duck leg confit. Both of these were still delicious, but weren't the stars of the show. Drinks were good here too. But nothing will stand out more than that gumbo short rib and tart. I'd happily go back here. read more

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So one of my guilty pleasures is stopping into Herbsaint after dinner elsewhere for dessert. Don't get me wrong, Herbsaint has an excellent dinner menu that has never steered me wrong, but this review is about their dessert. Herbsaint is a charming, white tablecloth restaurant and you'll need a reservation because a table seems to always be in demand. I usually get the banana brown butter tart, as I've been hooked on it since they opened. This particular dessert was on the sweeter side. However, my friends wanted to try the Fried Apple Hand Pies which stole the show on this visit. The hand pies were expertly prepared and were balanced nicely with cookie butter ice cream. Herbsaint will always be my place when I am craving a guilty indulgence. read more

Herbsaint - Fried Apple Hand Pies - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Went here last night with a friend for the first time and it was incredible! I loved it. Sarah and Destiny were great waitresses, they were a lot of fun and great recommendations. My friend and I split the cornmeal oysters, which were incredible. He had the housemaid pasta which was made in a delicious creamy sauce topped with a fried egg and guianciale (I think that's what it's called?) it was like a strip of bacon. I had the hard broccoli side, and then they made me an off menu vegetarian dish, which was delicious. They made some type of hazelnut hummus, topped it with some sweet soy sauce, and some chard, broccoli, orange, and some other vegetable, which I wasn't sure what it was, but it was very tasty. We had the fried Blueberry hand pies with the olive oil, ice cream for dessert. They were incredible! So good that I forgot to even take a picture lol. I can see why this place was Michelin recommended! Can't wait to come back! read more

Herbsaint - Off menu vegetarian dish and Housemade Spaghetti - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I'm giving this one start based upon the food. Everything else was nice. Service was excellent, everyone was pleasant and wait time for food was pretty short, and the ambience was simple but very cozy, faces the street car super cute, super New Orleans. The food though.....the crudo was really good I prefer my fish sliced a little more thin but overall decent. I also had the Jumbo Shrimp entree. Absolutely trash. I'm trying to figure out if they paid for the Michelin Star. The shrimp was over cooked so I sent it back. The shrimp were still rubbery and then I thought to myself this gotta be frozen shrimp. To top it off the butter beans were not cooked long enough and just way too tomato. I get it's a tomato based dish but it's too much it's over powering the entire dish. I'm not opposed to coming back and trying something else but this is not Michelin Star worthy that's for damn sure. read more

Herbsaint - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Upbeat ambiance and attentive service. Food was delicious and well portioned. Lots of vegetarian options as well. House made spaghetti did not disappoint. Desserts were fabulous, don't skip! read more

Herbsaint - Banana brown butter tart + pot de creme - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This was our 1st visit to Donald Link's Herbsaint. We have had the pleasure of dining & quite a few of his other establishments so we're excited to add this one to our history. We dropped in @ 9pm without a reservation as we were looking for a bite after seeing a show & were greeted with a smile & offered either a indoors our outside seating option & we choose the sidewalk offering. The service team was overall friendly & attentive & did not rush us even though we were done of the last diners of the night. The meal was great & the entrees were some of the best of our whole trip to NOLA. read more

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We went for a special birthday dinner! The service was impeccable as it is at all link restaurants! The food was incredible and spaced out well !! Totally worth it !! read more

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A must must try when in Nola. Every dish is excellent. Gumbo followed by duck Confit is a keeper. Service is always great

I am a lifelong resident of New Orleans and have really enjoyed Herbsaint in the past however I had my wallet stolen right out of my purse (which was hanging on my chair) in the middle of the main dining room tonight! Management was notified when I noticed and they offered their condolences!!! I will not be returning! There are too many other good restaurants in New Orleans to consider if you are looking for a nice night out! read more

Most of the food was excellent. The fried oysters were paired with a sesame oil slaw, the slaw was inedible. The fried green tomato's were great. The atmosphere was extremely loud and chaotic. Not reflective of a fine dining experience. Despite ordering a very nice bottle of wine the waitstaff were rushing our meal, they over poured the wine as they were clearly trying to turn the table as fast as they could. I feel I am being generous with 3 stars. The ambiance of this restaurant is hectic overly loud and uninviting. This seems to be this way to get the tables turned as fast as possible. I will not be dining here again. read more

Herbsaint brings French-inspired finesse to the heart of New Orleans. The dishes are consistently flavorful-- especially the duck confit, which is a personal favorite. The gumbo leans toward the standard "restaurant gumbo" profile, but it's still a solid offering. The cozy ambiance pairs beautifully w| a well-curated cocktail and wine menu. Special shoutout to Emily, the sommelier, whose wine knowledge is truly impressive. Service is always gracious, and the streetcar views add a charming touch. I've enjoyed every visit and wholeheartedly recommend it. read more

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By far my favorite restaurant in New Orleans! Wagyu Chimichurri Steak, House spaghetti w egg, and gumbo are unique and tasty. The cocktails never disappoint. Staff is attentive and knowledgeable. read more

Wine was great service good but the food was terrible and because I complained the chef wouldn't let me order desert to go. The chef is a child. Do not recommend read more

We walked in without a reservation around 6:30pm the night after jazz fest ended. Despite it being a Monday, there were no reservations available, but we were directed to the bar. The bar only has a few seats and is not an "area" with seating but an actual (swanky cool) working bar counter. I was with the two work colleagues and we were happy to be able to be accommodated with Lisa and another bartender, sorry I didn't get his name, but he was fantastic at the bar. The fried green tomatoes blew my mind and the special fish which I had never heard of (drum) looked spectacular. Their gumbo is rich, flavorful and packed with meats. A must! I was disappointed in the crawfish croquettes. They could've used a little bit extra crunch on the outside because the whole thing represented a mushy experience. The flavor was more cheese than crawfish. I'm pretty close to an expert (jk) on butter cake and the banana butter cake served up a lot of promise but did not knock it out of the park. It tasted more crust than actual butter cake or bananas. Don't get me wrong. It was delicious. Overall, this is a fantastic restaurant with terrific service. They even have a few seats outside for those that enjoy alfresco. Get your reservations early because seats at the bar cannot be guaranteed. read more

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Ooh La la! I joined colleagues for dinner while away for a conference. This was a 20 minute walk from the convention center and we'll worth it. Fabulous dining experience. The staff was on point, provided explanations of the menu as needed and made us feel welcome. The menu was fresh and exciting. I enjoyed a compassato salad, thin sliced country ham over bitter greens and covered in Dijon vinegrette then topped with finely shredded comte cheese. I want to try to recreate this at home! Next I had the fish of the day, pan roasted drum fish with charred spring vegetables, delicious. Sorry, I have no pictures. My colleagues enjoyed their meals as well. This place was LOUD, it was difficult to hear at the table bur again ensuring else compensates. read more

Corner, airy, fashionable restaurant. I started my meal with the classic gumbo - shrimp and crawfish, y'all. Had that file gumbo distinctive flavor that I longed for. I also had their Sancerre by-the-glass - complex and interesting. I then enjoyed the squash salad. Get this! The squash cubes are marinated in Italian dressing, greatly adding that oregano and basil tastes and filling the cubes with lots of flavor. I finished with the cornmeal-coated and lightly fried oysters. I liked the vibe in the place. Many folks were enjoying the cozy bar. Michael checked on me often. read more

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We loved dining at the bar! Excellent service, the spaghetti was amazing. We ordered an extra egg. We came for drinks we... ended up eating a lot. LOL. Highly recommend! read more

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I very much enjoyed Herbsaint's food and ambience. It's a solid choice for special occasion fine dining. This was my first experience at Herbsaint but I plan to return. read more

It was great! Food was fantastic, it was a little loud but that's a small thing to deal with when the food is this good read more

Herbsaint - Tar tar. Little too much pepper but still good - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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wanted to try this spot for so long and decided to finally give it a try. It's your standard restaurant setup with a back room in the CBD. Pretty busy for lunch rush but noise was tolerable. Limited menu, but each dish appeared meticulously planned..down to the garnishes. Glass of Syrah was a 7 with skimpy pour. Had the special fish of the day, sheepshead on a bed of cabbage. Enjoyed the flavor canon, but need not order again. read more

Herbsaint - Sheepshead - fish of the day - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Delicious food, lovely environment, I can see why this place is always packed. There's fortunately usually a bar seat or two available. Ordered the shrimp ceviche and the wagyu tartare. Really love the base of the ceviche, it was this spicy red tomato base, and the dish had great texture and a crunch. The tartare was amazing, lots of flavor, and love the bread that comes with it. Wish I had stomach space to order more but gives me reason to come back! read more

Herbsaint - Wagyu tartare - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Fine food and a very accommodating staff that was present and helpful when desired, but allowed our group to set our own pace.

It's a Donald Link Group restaurant (like equally delicious is Cochon, Butcher, Gianna/his only Italian restaurant) so it being this group, you KNOW it's going to be great. The gumbo, friend green tomatoes, beef short ribs, arancini, fish of the day, the duck and the wagyu steak will make you eat with your eyes nearly rolling back in your head. The wait staff is superb and attentive but not overbearing. And the atmosphere is like the beautiful French bistro's in Paris & Lyrics. read more

Food: 5 stars Service: 5 stars Ambiance: 5 stars Herbsaint will be forever GOATed* by me as a New Orleans treasure as long as they keep this same energy! *G.O.A.T. = Greatest of all time. read more

Herbsaint - Watermelon Gazpacho with Crabmeat Salad - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Cool ambiance, great food and attentive service. Came here with an early weeknight reservation for 5 people but we ended up needing a table for 6. They said we could have a table for 6 as long as we left in about two hours. We sat at the bar and ordered drinks and a few small bites while they prepared our table. We were then able to sit at our table before our full party arrived. They kindly reminded us that they needed the table at 7 pm when we had already run over by 15 minutes. I appreciated the reminder delivered with tact. The food was delicious. The drinks were also tasty. I ordered my one Sazerac for my NOLA visit. Strong but good, puts hair on your chest as they say. We started with a ceviche. Really yummy. The housemade spaghetti was a table favorite. It's really creamy and delicious, more like a carbonara. The short rib was also very good. For my main, I shared the wagyu and jumbo shrimp. The wagyu was cooked a perfect medium rare and the shrimp was delicious. Service was very attentive. I think we had 4 different staff attend to our table throughout the night. Delicious, will add Herbsaint to my go to NOLA eats. read more

Herbsaint - Beef short rib, ceviche and gumbo - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Wonderful place to dine! Everything we ordered was delicious. The Muscovy Duck had a wonderfully crispy skin and the citrus dressing accompanying it was perfect as well. The French fries are also a must order - fried to perfection. The showstopper was absolutely the Brown Butter Banana Tart with vanilla ice cream! It was one of the best desserts I've had in a while. Must try if you love salted caramel. Service was quick and everyone was very nice! They were very patient with any of our questions and requests. Everything our waitress suggested we order was delicious, including the cocktail - Always Sunny - very fresh and fruity! Ambiance was beautiful. Fit for any type of dinner - friends/family gathering, romantic dates alike. read more

Herbsaint - Muscovy Duck Leg Confit - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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It was simply amazing! Weirdly enough our friends and I still talk about the thrice (triple) fried French fries. Also, if you sit outside there are some great views read more

Herbsaint - Views from the patio - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

It has been a few years since my last visit and I was happy to find no change. This is still a stunning restaurant with great food and excellent service. My wife enjoyed the Mahi special and I loved the Shrimp Chorizo and Pea dish. We also split their dense and delicious gumbo. Regardless of what is ordered, you can be certain it will be flawless. read more

Herbsaint - Herbsaint - Shrimp Chorizo and Peas - French Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana