What a beautiful find! It feels like walking into a French cottage, and it smells so good inside! My senses and taste buds fully activated, we dove into the simple menu: Bread Service - Holy moly, the pretzel bread was amazing and the herb butter was phenomenal. They warn you that the bread is piping hot, and minutes after it arrived, it still was. Escargot - I have never had it prepared this way, in the green sauce surrounding a mound of burrata. Definitely inventive and I love that I got to taste them in a new way. Redfish over pasta and peas - I was in heaven. The fish could not have been tastier. The bed of pasta and peas fully immersed in what seemed like a couple blocks of butter was a joy to behold. I also had a bite the famous florentine, excellent. Rice pudding - the only miss for us. The brulee'd top was fantastic, but the rice pudding is mixed with marshmallows to give it a very thick, very marshmallow-y taste that quickly overwhelmed the dessert. Lemon Madelines - perfect little morsels with a beautiful crisp on the outside. The servers and the scene were wonderful. Everyone seemed happy to be there. I observed one group sharing how delighted they were with their experience, and I could see the glow on their faces as they walked out. We felt exactly the same way. read more

Mamou - Florentine - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Cute vibe. Easy street parking. Great service. Tuna was okay but overshadowed the crab so didn't really taste the crab much. Beet terrine was beautifully plated but not very exciting-- wish I got the regular salad. Redfish was my fav dish. Florentine, their signature dish, was good but I preferred the redfish. High price for how I felt about the food but worth a try and like the vibe of the restaurant read more

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Had wanted to try a few times in the past but we never had made reservations and it was always booked, fortunately we planned ahead this time, because it didn't disappoint. The service was great and super friendly, it was my partners birthday and multiple people stopped at the table to wish him a happy birthday. The ambiance of the restaurant was great and intimate dining experience, the details of the baby breath in the linen, loved it. Food suggestions from the waiter were spot on, we were both very happy with the choices. This entree was light but packed full of flavor. Definitely a place to try for something a little different in the quarter. read more

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Went here for Valentine's day dinner, and the quaint inside was so intimate and inviting. Great service as they were attentive and appreciated that we had our whole order ready to go. We got the risotto which was pretty rich, so we didn't finish it all, but saved some to go. We also got the redfish which came with bacon and couscous. It was very delicious. Our cocktails were very tasty as well. I got the spicy pineapple and my girlfriend got the Lavienen rouge. read more

Mamou - Risotto - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Everything was extremely well done even though the flavours are heavier than I'm used to. Rice pudding was was too decadent for me read more

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My husband and I had some friends visiting from NY this past weekend and we wanted to show them the best of the city, and this was an obvious choice. Coming from a major food city like NYC, expectations are always high and Mamou OVERDELIVERED! The wine selection was amazing and the dishes unique. Everything tasted great. We all got different dishes including the Drum, risotto and pork as our mains. We shared the braised celery hearts, Maison salad and carpaccio as our starters. The bread service, albeit simple was so good we ordered 2: one just for sopping up the celery braising liquid. I personally ordered the pork and it was cooked perfectly, which is hard for most places to execute. It was tender but still a filet cut that held its shape. Service was top notch with the sommelier and servers checking on us throughout and offering great recommendations. The great food, company paired with the beautiful, eclectic atmosphere made it a night to remember (& hopefully repeat). read more

Mamou - Drum - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Check for outstanding Food, Service and Ambiance! Service was incredible from Al the manager, Alison and Lindsey. Perfect for dinner in NOLA. Unforgettable dining experience. read more

We ate at MaMou May 29, 2026. I was certain I posted a review but cannot find it. So I am posting again because it's important. This is a Michelin class restaurant. The bar program is outstanding, the wine selection superb and the food is so expertly prepared. The whole staff exhibit great care and attention to detail. We are going back tonight and I can't wait to get there! 9/6/2026 This is an update on last night's dinner. MaMou was consistent. We were fortunate to get seats at the bar and visit with Lindsay the wonderfully creative bar tender. I started with acocktail The Goat and my wife had Long Goodbye, both excellent. Then I had the burrata and escargot appetizer; my wife had the shrimp roll. I asked Lindsey to choose a cocktail to go with my escargot, and she made a Garden Party, with Old Tom gin. Both appetizers were superb. Then we split the shrimp risotto, with its perfectly al dente rice. Can't say enough about the gem of a place in the French Quarter! read more

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I haven't been so happy with a dinner in a long long time. Everything from the service to the food exceeded my expectations and I would go out of my way to come here again. The fish was so perfectly cooked, flavored and was the perfect size. I also had the Madeline's for dessert & thought they didn't need the extra sugar that they're topped with, since they're always sweet on their own AND you're drowning them in crème anglaise, but what do I know. Would die to have a meal here again ASAP read more

Mamou - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Simply delicious. Drinks good service! Loved it all! We will be back! Thanks again for everything!

We had dinner here as a delayed Valentines date and the ambience and vibe were the perfect setting. The restaurant is small and quaint but doesn't feel cramped. You'll want to have a reservation. I also loved the decor. The sausage appetizer was like an elevated German bratwurst and was very good. Our cocktails felt expertly crafted, and I would go back to the bar just for drinks. Our mains were the risotto and the redfish. Our waitress recommended pairing the two and she was spot on. We were impressed with the portions and the food was delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more things. read more

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My family and I really enjoyed our dinner at Mamou a few months ago. I had done some research prior to our trip to New Orleans and Mamou was on the list of go-to restaurants. Definitely need to make reservations since the place is not too big and it's definitely quite popular. We were greeted very warmly by the staff and seated shortly. I definitely loved the fresh flowers in the folded napkins as a classy touch. My little one enjoyed the flowers as well. We started with some cocktails. My hubby got the La Vie en Rouge which was delicious! The drink had a complex mix and depth of flavors. The base was tequila with a mixture of beet juice, lime and egg whites. I got a Praline old Fashioned. The Praline was delicious and was a perfect balance with the old fashioned. We got the celery hearts with smoked beef tongue for appetizer. This was amazing and delicious. The flavors were well balanced with the acidity of the tomato base in the sauce and the tongue had perfect cook and bite to it. Overall a winner! For the entree my hubby and I shared the risotto which was topped with large shrimp and some pickled radishes. The shrimp was cooked to perfection with just the right bite. The radishes and greens sprinkled around were delicious and perfect way to cut through the heavy risotto. The risotto is cooked with crab fat and was good and very flavorful but unfortunately too heavy for my palate. We ended up not being able to finish because we were not used to eating such a heavy dish. However it was still good for those who are used to this type of dish. Portions were very large so come with a big appetite or perhaps share entrees if you are interested in trying multiple dishes. Overall had a wonderful evening and great experience. Would definitely recommend on my list of go to in New Orleans! read more

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I've been to New Orleans three times now, so my list of restaurants to visit was running pretty low. After some research on Reddit, I decided to have my first dinner in the city at MaMou. I think I had a reservation for their first time slot, as the restaurant wasn't even open yet when I had arrived (early of course). Once they opened, I was ushered in and was given the warmest welcome. I was a solo diner, which can sometimes get tricky at restaurants because they expect to lose money by giving me a table. They were incredibly nice about it and I had excellent service all night. I relied on my waitress a lot to help me make my decision on what to eat. She was super knowledgeable about the menu. To start, I had the Calamari Farcie a la Espagnole with Basquez, Cotija, Almond and the Tuna Gratte Yannick Alleno on Farm Egg, with Smoked Trout Roe, Crouton. They were both really good but the Calamari was on a different level. it was essentially squid stuffed with sweet sausage and then baked in a tomato sauce like a shakshuka. The squid was so tender and the sauce was very flavorful. Definitely order the pretzel bread to dip into the sauce! For my main, I had the Risotto with Shrimp, Crab Fat, Radish. This was a huge portion and I had to take most of it to go, because my eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach. The risotto was super creamy and I liked that the shrimp was whole, but the heads were definitely pulled off already. For dessert, I had the Lemon Madeleines with Crème Anglaise. The madeleines were so small and cute. It's a big portion, but if you're like me and have a second stomach for dessert, then you'll be fine. Overall, I had an excellent meal. Everyone was super nice and I never felt rushed. I left completely stuffed and MaMou is definitely on my list to come back to the next time I'm in Nola. read more

Eat here if you come to NOLA! It blends European and Creole cuisine. The gulf fish was out of this world. Loved my cocktail too- so pretty! The bartender described it as a "margarita that does yoga" and that was exactly correct. The only thing is, even the bar is reservations only. I was lucky enough that they had a seat open I could have and I'm so glad the hostess was kind enough to give it to me! Restaurant is small but really cute, service is great. read more

Mamou - La Vie En Rouge - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Friendly service and a beautiful dining room with food that was just as delicious as it was beautifully presented. read more

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This restaurant is good but it does not feel like a New Orleans restaurant. That's okay, they don't claim to be that. It was not too crowded, which is nice. There was an unfortunate incident where a piece of a hard plastic was in one of our plates. They were very apologetic and gave us a discount, which I thought was generous. We tried the rissotto and the poisson a la florentine. They were both very good. The fish is mild in nature, but I expected as much. By the way, one of the few places that we've been to where the mocktails are worth it. read more

Absolute must. The food is great, the service is great, it feels cozy, and it's close to the quarter. So glad I came and looking forward to going back. I ordered the tartare and the steak. It was a meat night. The tartare had so much flavor and loved the presentation. Not gonna lie, the steak was too much for me, but I'm going back with a friend to try again. Please put this place on your list. read more

Mamou - Cote de bœuf - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Grab a reservation at Mamou and prepare to be delighted. We had one of the best meals we've had in a very long time at Mamou last night. We were sat at the bar, which let us focus on our conversation for a change rather than people watching. The restaurant is small but we never felt crowded. The noise level was also surprisingly on the low side despite every table being filled. We started off by ordering cocktails and watched the mixologist craft two amazingly intricate and delicious drinks - la vie en rouge and a bee's knees old fashion. Thankfully we had an early flight today and reined ourselves in. Otherwise, I could have drank cocktail after cocktail all night long. Instead we transitioned to glasses of Bourgogne blanc that later paired excellently with our meals. For our starters we chose the house salad and braised celery with beef tongue. Fair warning, the salad is huge but don't be afraid. It was not too filling as it was a spring mix with a delicious, light dressing. I made it to the bottom of the bowl and was in no way ready to throw in the towel. McDreamy's starter sounded scary. But he loved it, absolutely loved it. At one point I heard him say 'I don't really know what I'm eating but it's good.' For our mains, I chose the red fish which was served with fennel bulbs and a tasty fregula (think large couscous) mixture. The fish was firm yet fork tender. It was so good. I shamefully ate every bit that was served in the stoneware dish. He chose the pork loin with succotash. Again, he had no idea what he was eating. He said he thought it was ham but it was a perfectly cooked and halved piece of tender pork. He asked me if it was rude to gnaw on the bone to which I only smirked. He did not. But I know he wanted to. He also cleaned his plate. By this point, you're probably thinking that we two pigs can't possibly eat more. But we did. We asked to end our meal with the brûléed rice pudding and I swear on all that's unholy if a dessert could ever make me find a god, then that was the dessert to do it. I have never before eaten such a decadent bowl of rice pudding. It was a thick, rich, stick to your spoon, slightly sweet rice mixture topped with a crunchy crust of caramelized sugar. McDreamy isn't a big dessert fan but we were both vying for the last spoonful. I would fly back to NOLA just for another taste of that dessert. Alternatively, I will bribe whomever I must for a copy of the recipe. It's that delicious! Mamou really is the best restaurant we've had the pleasure of finding in what feels like forever, or possibly ever. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. If you manage to snag a reservation, do not waver. Do not linger on Bourbon Street convincing yourself that a different flavor daiquiri will suffice for dinner. Show up hungry and ready to be impressed. You're in for a flavorful experience. read more

This was my first time dining here and I couldn't have been more pleased. The food, the cocktails, the ambiance and the staff were absolutely amazing. Such a unique and wonderful experience trying all the dishes. Can't wait to come back and visit gain. read more

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We had such a lovely time! Every dish was an experience and truly delicious. The place was small, but styled really well. Excited to go back! read more

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The service was terrific and so were most of the dishes. The very expensive steak was tough. I would gladly return for the incredible fish course, but not for the steak!! read more

Love Love Love MaMou! The food is terrific. My friends from Miami said it was the best meal we had the entire weekend, and we ate at Galatoires and Commanders Palace.....the next week I took my boyfriend and he agrees. Black drum, crab fat risotto, venison sausage, braised celery, butternut squash galette, chou farci....it was all so good! Servers are efficient and very personable. I love New Orleans restaurants, especially MaMou! read more

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One of my very favorite meals in New Orleans- we sat at the bar and had lovely, attentive service with great suggestions that added to our experience Poussin a la florentine was one of the best fish dishes I've had- I'm so picky about my fish so I had doubts but this is unique and overwhelmingly special Ask for suggestions and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Loved it here! A nice intimate restaurant which is definitely off the beaten path of the more touristy parts. When I walked in, I mentioned to the host that I was cold. The woman immediately walked over with a gold shawl to place over my arms. That is the sweetest thing someone has ever done for me in a restaurant! We ordered a delicious bottle of wine out of their fabulous selection, and they even let it decant for us before serving! For appetizers, you must get their bread service. The pretzel bread was to die for. The celery hearts were also a stand out. As a meal I got the shrimp risotto. If I wasn't so full from the apps I would've devoured this dish. This place belongs on your "must-dos" for NOLA. Really nice change of pace, exceptional food, and overly kind staff. read more

Mamou - Risotto - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

If I could give it 10 stars I would! Service, food and atmosphere is all some of the best we've had in New Orleans! read more

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What an amazing meal during a rather hectic season in the big easy. We visited MaMou on muses Thursday for dinner, and were able to dine and get out in time to still catch the parade. The menu is filled with a variety of options for any and every pallet (including a number of gluten free options). I found them to be unique and worth returning for. Highly recommend the gulf fish a La royale, celeriac remoulade and garlic almond soup. BYOB offered ($50 per bottle corkage fee) but there's a full bar with a diverse selection of mocktails, cocktails and wine. read more

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My husband and I met another couple here for dinner and it was a solid meal with great service. Get: bread service, garlic almond soup, Gulf fish a La Royale. I'm a garlic lover and the soup is fantastic. Not sure where they hid the almond, but the egg is so preciously dressed in a Carolina ham skirt, and the yolk spreads scrumptiously into the soup. My table mate said he'd take a bath in it, and I agree. Gulf fish was perfectly seasoned and prepared; it was the only empty plate of the night besides the bread and garlic almond soup. Hit-or-miss: crawfish and shrimp salad "tart" is funny that they put the "tart" in quotations but maybe that's because the dish is served cold and tart implies cooked. The texture of amalgamated cold seafood was not for me. By my best guess, since I didn't ask, and didn't see them on the plate, the shrimp and quail was also an amalgamate in the risotto. Again, not a texture I was expecting, but if you're up for seafood sausage, might be for you. The baba au rhum dessert dish was prepared tableside but we found it too heavy a pour on the syrup and missed the pistachios in the cream as well. Overall good, and I'll be back for the garlic soup for sure. read more

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Une experience incroyable. The interior design is fun, tasteful and beautiful. The wait staff is brilliant. The cocktails are delicious and creative. The garlic soup is a flavor explosion. That was my favorite. The quail is well prepared on a bed of pickled cabbage and lentils. The celery hearts and beef tongue are perfect amuse bouche. The fish can't be beat. Come for a beautiful, romantic, whimsical and haute cuisine experience. read more

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The food was insanely good -- peak-level savory flavor and top-tier texture in every bite. I sat where I could watch the kitchen, which made it even more fun seeing the chefs in action. The whole experience had me thinking, "Wait, this is what this ingredient is supposed to taste like? What have I been eating for the past 35 years?" The staff were super friendly and the service was excellent from start to finish. Easily one of the best meals I've had in a long time! This is a restaurant worth me to book my next trip coming back and try others things from the menu. read more

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MaMou is the culinary version of that effortlessly stylish friend who looks amazing in anything and always has great stories. The whole place vibes like a French café crashed into a New Orleans speakeasy. MaMou is where flavor meets swagger, and trust me, you'll leave bragging you were there. read more

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First time in New Orleans and this place really kicked off our vacation! Starting with the immediate seating at the bar with no reservations although the restaurant was packed so reservations seem to be the move. The bartender was extremely professional with knowledge of the menu and cocktails in depth. We started off with the calamari which was to die for, followed by the Cote de Beouf. 25oz perfectly cooked rib eye for two that melted in your mouth! The decor, ambiance, and service was as nothing short of spectacular . Highly recommend! read more

Mamou - Cote de Beouf - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Small but charming restaurant. The quality of the food is incredible. One dish had celery soaked in some sort of sauce and easily that's the best celery I've ever had. The dishes are also very well presented and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend! read more

This restaurant is very good, but I had the highest of expectations based on so many 5-star reviews and my friends and I were a big underwhelmed by the food. My group made reservations two months ago for 6pm on a Saturday night for 5 people. The restaurant was mostly empty when we arrived, but filled up quickly and stayed filled. Most tables are for 2 or 4 people. The space at the bar is especially welcoming. Benches were very comfortable. We left around 9pm. The noise level got very very loud at 8pm (we may have been the loudest group) and it was very hard to have a table conversation at that hour. Cocktails were the most inventive and flavorful, and I'd definitely go back for a drink. YES - Pretzel bread - good for 2 people, served warm. - Cote de Boeuf, it takes about an hour to cook. Comes in multiple ounces. I think 32 ounces was $180 with truffles. The steak was perfection, but the slices of our truffle shaved overtop was dry and tasteless. Staff present the steak whole, then bring it back to the kitchen to slice it, then return it to the table with a beautiful gravy that also was perfection. Pommes Puree (mashed potatoes) so light and fluffy, probably the best I've ever had. - Poisson a la Flourentine - Red Fish served with a beurre blanc sauce and caviar. The fish flavor is light and the texture is meaty and flaky. NO -Moules Provençale Farcie - fennel sausage wrapped around a mussel, baked in a 1/2 shell over a bed of cheese. 4 servings. I only tasted sausage. Texture was weird and it was hard to separate. - Waffle/squash/bree special - Interesting, tasty, a bit dry, could use a sauce. - Pork Blade Loin - Two slices. Flavor was great, but not interesting. read more

Reservation was easy to make through Resy. Very cute brasserie . Every dishes we ordered were so tasty and nice presentation . We wanted to come back next day but it was a quick trip to NOLA from LA. Didn't have enough time :( I forgot our server's name but service was also great ! Highly recommend! read more

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The food was really good but of course, massively expensive. My question - why would you paint the interior of your NOLA french restaurant white? Just very stark and not very romantic feeling. read more

Mamou - Some kinda food - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Phenomenal! Probably one of my favorite places in New Orleans, and that is saying a lot since it is my favorite culinary destination in the US. The food, service and ambiance were great. I had dinner with my wife and 2 of our closest friends. I ordered the cassoulet, and the pork loin, which were devoured. My wife and friend had the Poisson a la Florentine, while our other friend ordered the risotto. All of the dishes were delicious! For dessert, we had the Baba au Rhum (emphasis on the 'rhum'), which was devoured by the entire table. Next time we are in New Orleans, we will ensure we come here for dinner. This is a gem located on Rampart Street and it is must go destination for foodies! read more

Mamou - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Wow wow wow!!! This place was amazing!! New Orleans has been on my bucket list my entire life so we were doing it up right! The atmosphere was very intimate. The service was impeccable! We were fortunate to get the same server at the end of our trip as well! We started off with Beef Tartar. I then got Cavier and Champagne as I had never tried Cavier before. For our entrees we chose the pork loin and Halibut. The Halibut was absolutely AMAZING! So creamy! One thing that was not exaggerated! The food is delicious! If you want a romantic dinner with delicious food and incredible service you definitely need to come here!! read more

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This restaurant gotta be one of the cutest places I've been to in Nola. Definitely date vibes! If I were trying to impress someone I'd bring them here. First of all, my sister and I were cold and they gave us a shawl each! So accommodating and sweet! We ordered the bread service (SO GOOD) and the braised celery. I also loved the braised celery, it's so simple yet so flavorful. We got the calamari as well but not my favorite. I was disappointed with the steak because they ran out of the puréed potato. They subbed it with this spinach dish which was okay! They made it up for giving us a couple desserts. My favorite was the lemon Madelines by far! The steak was also okay, I think I would've appreciated it more without the sauce it comes with tbh! It was kind of salty. However, the best dish was the florentine. Not only was it aesthetic but it was good! I can't describe it except that it was good. I'd def come again for that, bread service, and the beet alcoholic drink. Top 5 fave drinks! read more

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Everything at Mamou was unexpected and delicious and the service was incredible. The hype is totally worth it. Our personal favorites were the Poisson a la Florentine main and the blue cheese charlotte appetizer. All of the flavor combinations were really unique and made for an exciting meal! All the servers seemed extremely friendly, and ours was especially knowledgeable and more than happy to offer suggestions and describe any dish on the menu. The restaurant has an adorable eclectic feel and the ambiance adds a lot to the entire experience. read more

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I am also cried after my first bite, it was that good. This is my first trip to New Orleans for about ten years and Mamou reminded me about what makes it the best food city in the world. I started with the celeriac remoulade, which was full of blue crab and served on the best pain perdu ever. The presentation was fantastic but the taste was even better, I fell in love as soon as I tasted it. While I am normally a fast eater, I tried to eat as slowly as possible as I did not want it to end. I had a similar experience with my main dish, the fish Florentine. The fish was cooked perfectly but the sauce was incredible, again I just never wanted it to end. I added the caviar, which was nice, but the fish is so good I am not sure how much the caviar adds. I normally order since it is healthier but it is not one of my favorite proteins, this was still an incredible experience (not sure about the healthy side, given the richness of the sauce). Hope to go back another time. read more

Mamou - Celeriac (and blue crab) remoulade - Brasseries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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