Tableau is the place to go if you want to feel like family, be embraced by a gorgeous atmosphere, and eat amazing food.
I went here for my birthday with my family on somewhat of a whim. None of us have ever heard of it before and aren't local, but we were able to secure a reservation and thought them menu seemed good enough. Wow did I underestimate it.
Upon entering the two hosts were extremely welcoming and kind and even got us sat early since we got there a little before our reservation time. The whole venue is gorgeous but I really recommend upstairs. The inside is warm and cozy while still feeling luxurious, and the outside balcony has the true energy that embodies all of New Orleans. You can't go wrong.
We received some fresh French bread and butter which was simple and effective. We ate probably three loaves of it, it's what you think bread should really taste like.
Our server Ruby deserves a whole review of its own but simply put, they were AMAZING. We didn't need to ask for anything, we were treated with continuous kindness, and she was hysterical making us feel at home. It is some of the most fun I've ever had in an upscale dining experience. I couldn't thank Ruby and the staff more. The manager of the sister restaurants was there as well, Lee, and he was just as wonderful. Ruby truly made my night so special I didn't even care about going out after because it was such a fun experience. Every single moment made me feel special and it was nothing I have ever received at another place. If you have a special occasion or need a place to dine, I would only recommend here. Setting aside time to talk with us and the enormous effort and care everyone put into our time there made our experience unforgettable. You think restaurants are special because of the food but they are nothing without the people. And I would come back to Tableau for them alone.
That said, I had the best meal I've ever had. I had the Chicken Tableau and I wouldn't change a thing about it, it was absolute delicious. I don't normally get chicken at a restaurant, but I wouldn't have rather anything else. It was amazing. My family and I also shared the gnocchi and fried which we could've had two more orders of because they were that good. The icing on the cake or rather sugar on the creme brulee, was a creme brulee dessert which was FANTASTIC. seriously. Get it. It's amazing. The final final icing on the cake was Kyle, who does the bananas foster presentations. It is so impressive and informative as he masterfully cooks the bananas foster table side and tells you the history of how it came to be. Ruby, Kyle, Lee, and the hosts who I unfortunately didn't get the name of but must include because you are all so so important to the whole experience, thank you. Genuinely. This trip was one I've waited on for a few years to save up for, and you guys made it a memory that I will cherish forever. I would wait a hundred years on a waitlist if I meant I got the opportunity to dine here again. Unfortunately, nothing may ever live up to it again. Until next time, anyone who sees this place, on here, on the street, recommended to by a friend, please go. It's a one of a kind and you will not be dissapointed. (Once more, Ruby, you are a STAR. You felt like a best friend and I am in admiration of how talented, kind, funny, and skillfully you are. No one can measure up to you in a million years and you made us all feel like family. Thanks for being you. ) read more