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    Muriel's Jackson Square

    4.3 (2.8k reviews)
    PriceyCajun/Creole
    Closed • 3:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MURIEL'S JACKSON SQUARE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Enclosed Courtyard seating
    Tisch H.

    Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere, lots of charm, history and character, attentive wait staff. Not super expensive, great value. Recommend.

    Cheers
    Simply L.

    Made reservations for a special dinner for my mom. Immediately greeted when we walked in and seated promptly. The ambiance was beautiful and very classy. The lights were dim and the restaurant was lit with lots of candles. The waitress was super kind and very knowledgeable. I don't usually like pork chops but she raved about it and highly recommended it so I tried it and she was right. My meal was delicious. The drinks were strong and we had an overall good time.

    Shrimp & Grits + Bees Knees
    Nicole S.

    We did the 3 course menu and chose the carbonara, shrimp & grits, and the chocolate dessert. It was all phenomenal!!! The Carbonara was unexpectedly delicious, the shrimp & grits were the star of the show and the chocolate desert was chefs kiss. The cocktail (bees knees) was just okay. I also tried my friend's gumbo and didn't love it. Great ambience! I will 100% be back!

    Baked Pan Roasted Half Chicken
    Sara G.

    The service was great! My girlfriends and I had the 3-course meal, which included an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert for $56. The restaurant was filled with family and friends. The ambiance was perfect for an early evening. We were able to go upstairs after dinner, and it was definitely worth it! Really nice deck views, as well as rooms with historic seating.

    Shrimp and Grits

    We came to this restaurant 2 nights back to back for their amazing shrimp and grits. Our server, Charley, recommended adding crab meat with it and it was delicious. Charley provided us great service. I highly recommend this restaurant. P.s. if you're into history or paranormal/ghosts, check out the seance lounge and the Pierre Jourdan spirit table

    Shrimp & Goat Cheese Crepes
    Julie C.

    June 2026: STILL a must stop for me and delicious as ever. The shrimp crepes might be one of the best dishes in the square. We stopped in during restaurant week and it was perfect. The half chicken was wonderful and I finally got some bread pudding and wow is it delicious. Update Sept 2023: Was able to stop in again on our most recent trip for lunch. Our server great and the food was delicious! LOVED the shrimp and goat cheese crepe! The pecan crusted drum was also delicious. The prix fixe menu was well priced and all great options. Good food and friendly service. Great location next to Jackson square. Get the risotto balls!!

    Teresa D.

    This location was a nice little walk from our hotel and a little gem to eat. My husband had the 3-course meal with the pasta carbonara as the appetizer (it was very good) the pork chop for the main dish (he enjoyed it) and creme Brulé for dessert (very good). I had the filet - cooked perfectly with the demi-glace. My son had the 1/2 chicken - we all left feeling very satisfied with a lovely dinner. Oh also had the chocolate praline dessert - it was fantastic!. The ambiance is classy, but I would recommend a reservation

    Blackened Mississippi Catfish
    Lauren C.

    Came for Sunday jazz brunch and made a reservation. Me and my mom love jazz so this was a fun way to eat and hear some music. I heard about the history of Muriel's on a ghost tour a couple of months ago so I was super excited to dine here. The jazz musicians come around to play music which is nice to get a closer view and even request songs. The first waiter who came over was very kind and he was super attentive. It got a bit busy so half way through right after we ordered our drinks, we got a new waitress. She was not very attentive and rarely checked on us which took away from the experience. We got the gumbo for an appetizer and it was pretty good. One of the better ones in the city and certainly the French quarter. We got the blackened catfish and the shrimp and goat cheese crepes. Both were solid, nice flavor but a bit cold. We thought it took awhile for our food to come out and came to the assumption it had been ready but since our waitress was inattentive it probably sat there. Now the jazz...amazing! We really enjoyed that. The restaurant is beautiful inside as well. Overall I think it's a good place to try once and that's kind of it. The food was okay but I wasn't wowed. The entrees are also quite pricey for what you get. We ate at other places and the quality and portion was better.

    Bread service to start off a great meal at Muriels
    Michelle S.

    My daughter was adamant about eating here after seeing it recommended on her tiktok feed for can't miss NOLA Spots. I made a rezzy on OT and we were seated right away. All of our food tasted great and the only issue was when my pork chop came slathered with the apple jelly sauce despite me asking for it on the side. I sent it back and was eventually given a fresh one without the sauce. The waitress apologized which was appreciated but I thought perhaps because of the cost point and status of the restaurant, they might offer a discount or a dessert to make up for the inconvenience of having to wait for my entree. My daughter had hoped to go upstairs to see a certain room that is supposedly haunted in the restaurant but they had private parties so the upstairs was closed off to the public. Maybe next time.

    Bar
    Colette S.

    A very eclectic and cozy interior with several different eating areas. It felt very New Orleans- loved it. We were greeted by hostess with a smile. The bread basket was delicious. Everyone really enjoyed their meals and their drinks. They offer a 3 course meal option if you prefer. The shrimp and goat cheese crepes were quite different but light and flavorful. The shrimp and grits had a tad bit of sweetness, not too much and not too heavy- which made for a nice dish. The bread pudding was quite yummy- everyone was boasting about how good it was. A unique and tasty experience. The restaurant was packed so I suggest you make a reservation!!

    Crème brûlée. Very bland. Could not taste any vanilla at all. Just bland custard.
    Kaitlin L.

    I loved the ambience and the place and history. The food, honestly was just "ok" nothing that special. And our waitress was not the best.. I was really looking forward to going here our whole trip and was let down.

    Egg benedict shrimp cake
    Samantha C.

    Had a reservation for right when they begin their Sunday jazz brunch. It went downhill from the moment I checked in. I ordered the brunch menu special which comes with an appetizer, main, and a dessert. Gumbo (1/5) -- very bitter, occasional bits of inedible pieces too tough to swallow safely Eggs benedict over shrimp cakes with potato brabant (2/5) -- the shrimp cakes were mostly filler, each containing maybe one whole shrimp if you get lucky and the mushy texture of them combined with the hollandaise made me so nauseous as they resembled baby food. Asparagus was oversalted while the potatoes had no salt and lost their crispiness within 10 minutes. The only saving grace for this course was their hot sauce, arguably the highlight of the entire meal Bread pudding (2/5) -- had the highest hopes since this is raved about, but it was a pile of mush, lacking any texture whatsoever, sat in the most clawingly sweet sauce. The candied pecans served alongside were quite chewy instead of crisp. Managed to eat the top half only because it wasn't doused in sauce and had a nice crust A huge shout out to my waiters Alice and Marin for their tentativeness. They were on top of things, refilling my water without me having to ask and consistently checking in. On the flip side, the hostess with the short curly hair and blush blindness is quite possibly the rudest I have ever encountered. When I checked in, I did not receive a smile let alone a single glance. She asked me for my name and instead ordered someone else to take me to my table. On my way out, she failed to say goodbye to me and others even though she had nothing to do but sit at the front. Jazz 5/5 -- I came mostly for this experience and loved it. The group played me a song of my choice and played around the room for about 30 minutes before going to other dining areas. Unfortunately, the jazz and wait staff did not make up for the food. If I am ever back in New Orleans, I will steer clear of this place.

    Happy hour
    Libby V.

    Visiting Jackson Square, we realized it was 4 o'clock and that means happy hour ( its 5 o'clock somewhere) We headed right in, got a drink at the bar then headed upstairs to the balcony. The view was outstanding and great for people watching. Also got the best view of the famous iron railing across the street. Service was quick and friendly and prices fair. I'm putting this on my "must do" list for every trip to NOLA! Try it...you can thank me later.

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    What is dress code for Muriel's? Shorts allowed for 5:30 dinner?

    When we visited, we saw guests that very very dressed up as well as those in shorts and a nice shirt. It's a very touristy type restaurant, so I think they will take just about any outfit that comes off the street to be honest.

    Do they do live music and gospel brunch on Sundays?

    They have a Jazz Brunch on Sundays.

    Can my husband and I split the three course meal, just want to be sure there are no restrictions?

    I'd call and ask. We split the dessert and salad without an issue. They even gave us a second plate to split the salad.

    Where is the best place to park?

    At home and take an Uber. You can of course drive around and find meter parking ($6.35 for two hours - after 7 and on Sunday's it's free). You can find neighborhood parking but it's limited to 2 hours. You can park in a parking lot which can be… 

    Is it possible to order one of the pre fix entrees as Ala cart? Say if we preferred the prefix menu option to the Ala cart entree option but don't want to do the entire pre fix meal?…

    Hello Casey K. Thank you very much for your question. All of our appetizers, entrees and desserts are always available a la carte. Table d’hote menu options ordered a la carte are offered at a reduced price. Again, thank you for your interest in our… 

    Do they have a Thanksgiving menu? thanks

    Hello Anindita. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. You can find our Thanksgiving Menu on our website under the Menu tab. Again, thank you for your interest in Muriel's. --Denise Gratia, Director of Marketing

    What is the dress code, willyoubeopenChristmasday?

    I don't know about Christmas, but for brunch everyone was dressed in their Sunday best

    Can you order food at the bar?

    Hello Khristine J. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. We serve our full menu at the bar. We serve a limited menu between lunch and dinner. But otherwise, you are welcome to order from whatever menu we are serving. Again, thank you… 

    Are children welcome for dinner dining? Is there a separate children's menu?

    Hello Lacy B. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. We absolutely welcome children to dine with us and we do offer a Children's Menu. Our Children's Menu consists of Fried Shrimp, Chicken Tenders, Grilled Chicken Breast and a Pasta Dish.… 

    Are there vegan options?

    Yes, I've found that they are happy to work with you to accommodate your dietary needs.

    Can you eat dinner at the bar and I think I remember there is a tv in the bar correct?

    Hello Mr. Tom C. Thank you very much for your interest in our restaurant. Yes, we serve our full… 

    Can men wear shorts for dinner or would prefer they wore jeans or slacks?

    Hello Judith M. Thank you for your interest in our restaurant. Gentlemen may feel comfortable in nice walking shorts during the middle of festival season and the extreme summer heat that we sometimes experience. We do ask that gentlemen remove… 

    Made reservations for Easter Sunday Brunch at 10am, will the jazz band be playing then or do they start later, we don't want to miss the band?

    Hello Lala C. Thank you for choosing our restaurant. Our band starts at 10:15 on Easter morning. Have a great day! --Denise Gratia, Muriel's Jackson Square

    Do you have a special New Years Eve Dinner?

    probably...

    I made a reservation for Sunday brunch. Can I eat inside the Seance room or is that a separate reservation? If not, can I visit the Seance room after eating my food at the table I'm assigned?

    Hello Sarah H. Thank you very much for choosing our restaurant. We do not offer dining service in the Seance Lounge, but guests are welcome to go upstairs and enjoy a cocktail before or after their meal provided there are no private events booked… 

    Can you tell me about dress code?

    Hello Marilyn B.! Thank you very much for your interest in Muriel's. Our dress code is casual. Jeans are fine for gentlemen and jackets are not required. We do ask that gentlemen remove their hats in the dining room as well as wear shirts that… 

    Is the balcony connected to the bar? If you eat there are you able to go out on the balcony before or after your meal?

    Hello Sally R.! Thank you very much for your interest in our restaurant. Guests are welcome to purchase a cocktail from our bar downstairs and then enjoy that drink on the Balcony or in our Seance Lounge as long as we have no private events… 

    I am planning a meal here with my teenager and O know she wont be able to eat a whole pre fix meal. Are we able to split one? Is there a cost?

    I have been a Muriel's "regular" for a decade. Many times, I'll take or meet a party, but don't want a big meal. I just order several appetizer plates. Examples would be turtle soup, shrimp remoulade, then the seafood crepes, +/- a dessert. I… 

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