My coworker recommended Tableau to me. Though my fiance and I have been to a handful of New Orleans institutions, I took my coworker's word for Tableau and was not disappointed. I made reservations for 12:15pm on a Thursday. We arrived around noon. Not only were we seated right away, but we were also able to get a balcony table as I requested. The restaurant is pretty big. It may not look like it from the outside, but once you venture in you'll find that they have a a few dining spaces including the downstairs bar, "The Library," The Green Room, the courtyard, the balcony, etc. Overall service was great. Our waiter was friendly and helpful. Food came out in a timely manner. We ordered a few things off the menu including the turtle soup, crawfish etouffee, and the shrimp and grits. My fiance and I shared the turtle soup. The soup was good. The flavor was great, but I found their soup more on the runny side. I was a big fan of everything I tried, but I must say that the crawfish etouffee was the standout dish. The shrimp and grits were good, but I can see them being heavy and buttery. read more

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After coming into restaurant randomly - I was trying to figure out if you had to make a reservation? Walking in was met w a host - who was also very matter of fact " after asking for balcony seating and being told it wasn't available- While being seated by another host - who also will put your napkin on your lap - After being introduced to our server Derrick - When asking for direct questions on the wine - he pulled a manager over - after this discussion I had passed entirely on a wine bottle - Watching the tables being taken out to the bread and asking for some kindly - He was quick to let me know - the gumbo isn't called soup- even though it's under soup - not really sure - you have lot of options around - best of luck friends read more

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Best ambiance in the French Quarter, if you're looking for an AMAZING food experience with service that is unmatched, this is your place. We celebrated our 25th anniversary here and the entire staff treated us to an amazing and unforgettable time! The Creole French Onion soup was the best I have ever had, Chicken Tableau and Shrimp & Grits are taste explosions, the TARTE À LA BOUILLIE is great but the CRÈME BRÛLEE is my absolute favorite. But this time I chose the chefs special...Three cheese tortellini with sun-dried tomatoes and vodka sauce with fresh Parmesan and seared scallops! BEST I HAVE EVER EATEN! But whatever you choose, you will love the food, service & atmosphere...and upscale, relaxed and un-rushed dining experience! read more

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Overall it was okay. This place came highly recommended; however, there were issues. First, the octopus appetizer and the gumbo were great. The main dish fell short. I got the red snapper with spinach and polenta. The fish was severely overcooked. It was rubbery and dry. Actually, I had a hard time cutting it with my fork. And it left a taste in my mouth. The polenta was good but the spinach had no seasoning whatsoever. I left a third of the fish and half the spinach on my plate. Luckily we got the creme brûlée which did get the taste of the overcooked fish out of my mouth. Service was okay. Our waitperson was all smiles but didn't seem to care if we liked the food or not. This was the most disappointing meal I've ever had in New Orleans. read more

Tableau - Gumbo - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We stopped here for lunch after exploring the city. The food was delicious! I got the brown butter gnocchi and the duck and andouille gumbo which was enough to fill me up. Our waiter and his staff were very attentive and they all pitched in to get our food and drinks in a timely manner. Tableau is well placed in the heart of Jackson square and offers the elegance of fine dining. I will be definitely be recommending this place to my friends and family for when they visit NOLA! read more

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Another great restaurant in New Orleans. Greeted by a charismatic host and sat at a lovely table. The food here was delicious as were the drinks. This restaurant also hands out the celebrated Christmas bells during lunch in the month of December which is always a treat. Go, eat, drink and have a good time. read more

Tableau - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Order of Seafood Bouillabaisse under whelming, could count seafood pieces on one hand - 5 mussels with three tiny, 4 shrimp, sliver of fish, 3 pieces of very small octopus parts and large slice of bread to take up 1/4 of bowl. For desert had bananas foster with presentation a show. Not worth the $ for the main course. read more

Came here during dinner time after frantically trying to book a dinner place in NOLA. We got the sea food platter thing for 2 which included melted cheese, bread, shrimp, and the truffle crab claws. We also got the gumbo, and shrimp in grits. We were going to share the dishes and they were nice enough to split our dishes into two bowls so that we each had our own serving. Our waitress was also super nice to us, with frequent check ins and a great smile. There is a lot of space in the back, can sit tables of upwards of 10 members (if I recall correctly), private rooms, and it is well lit. read more

Top 2 places I ate in NOLA Had a birthday dinner here. Asked for outdoor patio (?) seating and was led up to the balcony. The balcony was pretty, but all 6 of us were facing the street instead of each other. Not the most ideal for a big group, but good for smaller and intimate conversations. The balcony view is fun when there are crowds of people walking by, but we did not get to see too many. Still, the night sky on the French Quarters was enjoyable to sit in. Ordered the Wagyu. Loved it. I was debating between this and the Seafood Pasta, but I'm glad I stuck to the Wagyu. For appetizers, my friends and I thoroughly enjoyed the Gnocchi and Oysters. Chef also brought out complimentary Creme Brulee to wish our birthday girl happy birthday. The staff here were so sweet. Our server only addressed us as beautiful ladies, which was very flattering. Ugh, I miss her. - I had a vegan friend here, and they were very accommodating to her. We came close to closing so she unfortunately couldn't get any rice with her dish though. read more

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The food was amazing! We only had a short time to enjoy because we were there for a play next door (Doubt, a parable). The service was amazing by Nani, her recommendations were on point and she made amazing drinks. The ambiance was classy and very inviting. I will definitely be back. The ladies at the host desk were magical. read more

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I opted for the chef's special menu, and I'm so glad I did. It started with a perfectly grilled shrimp skewer that was very flavorful. I adventured out and had the turtle soup which was good. My favorite part was the main course, the clam and scallop linguini was amazing--fresh, perfectly cooked seafood with just the right amount of seasoning. For dessert I had the chocolate torte --I was enjoying everything I forgot to take a photo. The service was also top-notch. We had a reservation for 6 people and were able to be seated ahead of time. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for great food, excellent service, and definitely got my moneys worth with the big portions! read more

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We had a wonderful experience at Tableau! Our server Ashleigh greeted us with a smile and ice cold towels to cool us down on a very hot day. That small touch meant so much to us. She was knowledgeable and funny! We started off with the blue crab fondue which was amazing. We both enjoyed our entrees but favored the seafood summer pasta that was light and refreshing yet also savory. Tableau was beautiful inside and out but Ashleigh truly made our experience one we won't soon forget. read more

Tableau - Seafood pasta (shrimp) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

What an amazing experience it was to dine here! My sister and all of our friends attended a dinner reservation celebrating her bachelorette and the ambiance was extremely lovely, the staff incredibly helpful - in particular Ashleigh who went above and beyond with our party. Even including a complimentary crème brûlée that said Congratulations! If you're ever in the area, don't deny yourself the opportunity to dine here! Food was fabulous! read more

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What a lovely place! I've been wanting to check them out for awhile and finally went to celebrate my graduation with family. My server (James?) was fantastic! He put me on to this secret sparkling rosè and I felt like I was in the in crowd lol. I love sparkling rosè...fyi. The food was excellent. We had the truffled crab claws, grilled octopus, escargot to start. For my meal I had the turtle soup and the fish meunière topped with lump crabmeat. Everything was so yummy!!!! I can't wait to get back again possibly for brunch and even again for dinner to try things I didn't get a chance to try. Get there if you can! read more

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Service was fantastic, the old home is charming and just where you want to be when dining in New Orleans. The food was solid.

Came here with some friends and got seated right away. We ordered crab tips, shrimp roll and fries, gnocchi and blue crab, and gulf fish almondine. The crab tips were fresh and the sauce was so good. It had buttery, nutty flavor with a light citrus finish. The gnocchi and blue crab was delicious as well. The nutty flavor from the brown butter, the crispy basil, chunks of blue crab, and the crunchy, but soft inside of the gnocchi. The fish almondine was so flaky and moist. The almonds add a crunchy texture. Our server Nani was fantastic! She helped us choose some great things to try off the menu, answered our million questions patiently and made some awesome drinks! I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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We've been to Tableau before and had a phenomenal experience. This second time around was okay. There were several items we were really looking forward to that weren't on the menu. Menu changes make us sad when things aren't broken. Service was amazing, and we actually had the best balcony seating ever facing Jackson Square. The crab claws were cold, and we weren't expecting that since the last time they were hot. They did taste good in the truffle butter, but cold seafood isn't my jam. However, the brown butter gnocchi was FABULOUS. A stand out and I could eat it as an entree. My husband enjoyed his seafood but didn't care for the texture of the squid ink pasta. My filet was the most tender, melt in your mouth steak I've ever had. My daughter had the chicken tableau as she did last time and enjoyed it. It was a beautiful evening. As you see we had highs and lows based on personal palette preferences so 4 stars based on that. You may feel differently. Next time we'll pay attention to the changing menu, as that is on us. read more

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Really loved the atmosphere here. It's connected to a little playhouse! I wish I would have known this ahead of time I would have loved to see a play as well. My meal was very good! The stand out was the dessert/ I ordered the crème Brulé. It is served spread on a plate which I loved- more surface for the sugar topping. read more

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Food from the heart in the heart of the French Quarter. So lucky to be invited to a private dinner in the wine room at Dickie Brennan's Tableau. Great location on Jackson Square attached to the historic Le Petit Theatre, although a challenge to reach during French Quarter Festival. The restaurant is stunning. From the courtyard to the parlor to the library or even the theater, there are so many unique dining options to fit a small or larger group. The wine room was gorgeous. Love the bottles and bottles of wine, large oak table, comfy leather chairs, brass chandeliers and wood plank ceiling and floor. So intimate, yet warm and cozy, for our group dinner. Tableau's delicious dishes and drinks are the star of the show. They highlight locally sourced ingredients to combine traditional European cuisine with a modern Cajun twist. Started with an open bar. Thanks for the cranberry mule and the Hurricane mock-tail, a delicious blend of fresh juices. The appetizers kept flowing. Loved the polenta bites topped with a small dollop of tomato jam and the hummus served in small pastry shells. The Maison Salad was unbelievable and a big hit with our group. Bibb and romaine lettuce, toasted almonds, Gruyere cheese, shaved almonds and grape tomatoes enveloped in the most heavenly honey creme fraiche dressing. Just bottle the dressing so that we can take it home!! The Gulf Fish St. Peter was delicious as well. The lemon buerre blanc that accompanied the fish was on point and the green beans were good as well. The Decadent White Chocolate Bread Pudding was "I think I've died and gone to heaven" luscious. Topped with a warm white chocolate ganache, we all kept eating and eating even though we were all full from our amazing meal. Perfect way to end a flawless meal that lasted almost four hours!! read more

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I'm a local and had been reading a lot of buzz about this place so when a friend came to visit, I suggested it. The waitress said they had the best shrimp and grits in the city, so I ordered that for brunch as I'm not an egg fan. Now, I don't know quite what to say about such a bold claim, but I have been to MANY other places in the city with better shrimp & grits. Way better. So no... I don't know when or if I'll be back here, but it was not all that. It was just a normal "could've been in cleveland" type of restaurant. read more

Tableau - Eggs Benedict. My friend only ate half. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Cold crab claws at the bar were absolutely delicious. So good we forgot to take pictures

Nothing here was good except for the bread. The cocktail shrimp tasted like a tire, the charcuterie was heavy, the gumbo was thick and unsalted (served by dumping it out in front of you), the unsalted steak was the size of a golf ball, and the "custard" for dessert was a bread pudding. I know whoever paid for my dinner paid through the nose, and the event was delightful, but the food was awful. EDIT: I wanted to make sure I pointed out that the staff were super kind, attentive, and even went out of their way to get me a coffee off-menu. They are the whole second star in this review. read more

We stopped in on a very hot June Saturday afternoon for a light lunch and were able to get seated at the bar right away. The bartender was very friendly and checked in to ensure that everything we got was to our liking. We ordered the Truffled Crab Claws and split the Grilled Summer Fruit salad - two items that were a perfect steamy NOLA summer day lunch. The crab claws were small but packed a punch of flavor. The oil was fantastic when drizzled on top of the bread (bread so soft and fluffy). The salad greens were fresh and crunchy and the fruit was perfectly ripe. Although we only sat at the bar, the restaurant itself looks great for an upscale lunch or dinner. There is also a cute courtyard that the restaurant looks into. I would come back next time for dinner. read more

Tableau - Truffled Crab Claws - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This was the perfect evening. I highly recommend booking a table on the balcony. It over looks Jackson Square and is perfect at sunset. There was live music and made for an enjoyable experience. Our server Derek provided excellent service. Given that the evening was so warm, a light meal was in order. We started with the Demi Royale..... definitely worth the price tag. The crab claws are in the most divine vinaigrette. The shrimp are plump and creamy. The blue crab was delightful. For an entree the grilled fruit salad was perfect.I added grilled chicken which made this a hearty meal with peaches and goat cheese. The icing on an already delicious meal were the desserts. I've eaten creme brûlée's all over the country and I've never had anything like this!! A dinner sized plate of goodness. The cappuccino was the perfect complement. read more

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We all know there are amazing restaurants in the French Quarter but I'd be lying to say I don't get a little skeptical when I try new places... touristy places that serve mediocre food can sometimes mislead me into the doors. I've been really let me down a couple times... On this day, Tableau dangled the bait and I was hooked and was reeled in. I wasn't too sure since it's located right at Jackson Square (and all the uber touristy attractions surrounding it)... BUT I figured Sylvain and Murials are both located here too and both are legitimate restaurants. Walking thru the French Quarter on the way here, I noticed a few restaurants we considered and was relieved I didn't choose some of these since it's FRIDAY NIGHT and they had hardly any guests.... that concerns me. I was pleasantly surprised to arrive at Tableau and see this great looking 3-story building and entering into the lobby and bar, the place was happening (plenty of people waiting for tables, bar was pretty full and appeared to be a private party in a secluded, side room. We had reservations and were seated right away in a lovely dining room with great views (none of those bench seats along the outer walls where some guests are forced to stare at a wall; I hate those). We viewed the open kitchen and some picturesque windows overlooking their courtyard area (too cold to eat out there now though). Service was on point the entire meal... water was always filled, empty plates were removed timely, then staff work together to place each course at the same time, even took care of the removal of crumbs... and the staff never hovered or bothered us. More importantly, the food was excellent. I began with a FRENCH ONION SOUP... though it was a hair salty, it was still superb and would definitely order this again. Next course, I had the GULF FISH ALMONDINE; when in NOLA, everyone knows this is a dish that is served at all the classic restaurants. The fish was soft and tender and the almonds were crisp. My wife ordered their PASTA BOUILLABAISSE... Squid ink mafaldine pasta made on the premises served littleneck clams, gulf shrimp and squid served in a seafood broth. This dish was excellent; light and extremely flavorful (could've sworn I was picking up a hint of mint too). Last, but certainly not least, the CRÈME BRULEE was rather large and impressive but most importantly, it was delicious with a strong taste of vanilla. All Crème Brulee's have the top burned into a caramelized layer of sugar but this dish has this extra thick / extra crunchy layer of caramelized sugar making this one of my favorite Crème Brulee's I have ever had. I guess my concerns of Tableau being overly geared to tourists and/or being over-rated are out the window as they have proven themselves.... we'll definitely be back ! read more

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Our server , Ruby was great. The food amazing. Perfect dirty martini. We started with an oyster appetizer that was out of this world. Turtle soup and French onion soup both very good, then the steak and pork chop. The steak was tender and delicious the pork chop was huge and also delicious. Crème Brûlée and another dessert were wonderful. Highly recommend (think about lactose pills first, everything is rich). read more

Tableau - Dinner - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Wondering food was very authentic. I had sausage and duck gumbo, which was really nice and I had fried oysters on a bit of greens with an aïoli sauce. Excellent. The dining room is very spacious and really lovely and I had a table overlooking Jacksonville Square. The staff was very professional and low-key. A real first class, New Orleans restaurant. read more

We've been impressed with other Brennan portfolio restaurants so we gave it a go on our last night. Services was the only good thing. Our blue crab dip smelled, looked, and tasted off - we suspected the cream was bad. The bread service was sad too; it was not warm and the bread was dry. Our steak and pork chop dinners were good but were lukewarm. Not sure how, as there were only a few patrons in the whole place. We looked for redemption in dessert, but that quickly fizzled. We had crème brûlée and it smelled like the cream was bad. It said traditional vanilla bean on the menu but had an odd, overbearing lemon flavor. Disappointed to end our trip with Tableau. read more

This was my first time here and I have to say it was a good choice. The place is really nice and service is great our waitress is very attentive and she has good vibes. I had the eggs tableau which was delicious the flavor was on point I enjoyed the nice sweet and spicy to it not really spice just a nice little kick that goes well. Overall I had a great experience here. I would make sure to do reservations we came for lunch and it slowly started to get pack. read more

Tableau - Eggs Tableau - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We are here from out of town and Tableau was recommended by a local. What an amazing experience. From the ambience of dining on the balcony at Jackson Square, the server David who was outstanding and was honestly the best server we have had in years and years. He truly embodied service, warmth, and knowledge of the menu. Then you add an outstanding dining experience. I had the gumbo and the mussel entree. Both were prepared perfectly. Highly recommend this restaurant to locals and visitors alike! read more

JAZZ FESTIVAL WEEKEND WARNING!!! Since it wasn't mentioned up front, they are on a limited Jazz Fest menu which had nothing of what we wanted from the regular menu in it. Here is the updated menu for this weekend. It was lovely inside and upstairs, so maybe we'll try it again another day. read more

Tableau - Front of Menu - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Delicious food and amazing service thanks to Ryleigh! We got the turtle soup, french onion soup, gnocchi, and chocolate torte. 10/10 read more

Tableau - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Ever had a fine dining experience where you feel like the wait staff forgot you were there? Food was good but drink service very slow, dinner service very slow. Only saw my waitress 3 times in over an hour. For the price this is a hard pass. read more

After searching tirelessly up and down the historic streets of New Orleans for an establishment with a comfortable balcony to enjoy a few drinks on, we stumbled upon Tableau. Like a port in the storm, we were hoping this would be our last stop of the day. Since arriving in the French Quarter, I got the feeling that quality balcony dining is rare and definitely comes with a cost. Of course, having to bribe our host with the purchase of some sort of appetizer for an outdoor table confirmed that and brought me back to similar dining experiences in Paris. Although I understand the desire to get the best ROI for the tables, drinks do equal significant income for restaurateurs and typically serve as a segway to food. After experiencing many sub-par old fashioned cocktails throughout the day, I was delighted to sit and sip on the expertly made old fashioned here. The appetizer menu doesn't disappoint and much to my surprise included Gnocchi. As I have said in the past, I am always on the hunt for exceptional gnocchi and after trying theirs, I was HOOKED. The traditional appearance threw me off a bit, but after seeing that sage brown butter sauce it came in, I was ready to dive in. This Gnocchi, clearly house made, much like an after-dinner mint, literally melts in your mouth. Being such a time-consuming process, I understand why it's hard to find it on a menu and the only choice I had at the time was to order three more and have them turn it into an entree. Definitely the best Gnocchi I have ever had yet! Eventually our party of two turned into a party of four with drinks and meals all around, so lose the principal approach at the front door Tableau and give your tables to those willing to pay the bill. Cheers! read more

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Service was excellent and the location can't be beat. Several different seating areas in this historic governor's mansion. Stunning views. That being said our table of 4 there to celebrate our anniversaries were placed in a room with 2 large parties of greater than 10 people Each that were very loud and disruptive. Nothing against them (they were clearly having fun) but in an otherwise open restaurant with plenty of open tables it was disappointing we were seated there. Our server however made up for it! She was amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. My husband devoured the mussels for an app and was too full to eat anything else :) the soups were excellent and our meals as well were well seasoned and tasty. We had the steak/ fall pasta/ duck. Fall seafood pasta was much spicer than I anticipated but it was still very good and I ate it all :) Complimentary crème brûlée for our anniversary was the hit and outstanding. Only reason I didn't give it a 5 was the slightly noisy atmosphere and nothing really wowed us about the food but it was very good. I would go back for sure!! Sorry I didn't take more pictures read more

Tableau - Delicious crème brûlée - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

BEST CRÈME BRULEE IN MY ENTIRE LIFE! Amazing food, full of flavor and sculpted to perfection! I also had the Duck Confit Pasta that exceeded my expectations! (not pictured because I devoured it within minutes) You will NOT be disappointed! (Came here due to it being rated 4th best restaurant in the New Orleans area!) read more

Tableau - Tarte à La Bouillie - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We came for lunch on the balcony. A great place to people watch. Our shrimp roll was fantastic. The Pino Grigio was an amazing pair. Shout out to Ashley our sweet and funny waitress. She served us well. Glad the local man on the trolley recommended Tableau! read more

Tableau - Cajun/Creole Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Fantastically over the top French 75!! Definitely check out this charming, old world place! Service is good, not amazing but not bad either. They have the most amazing wine room! read more

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I was so disappointed in our special Thanksgiving dinner today at Tableau. The restaurant came highly recommended but my turkey was overcooked and dry and my mom was sick immediately after the meal. read more

I had an amazing experience here. We were greeted by our wonderful server Rachel. I let her know right away that I couldn't do anything with lactose and she did everything to ensure I could enjoy a meal without getting sick. For my appetizer, I went with the truffle crab claws. It was one of the best things I tasted in New Orleans hands down. I also ordered a cocktail, I can't recall the name but it contained blood orange. *chef's kiss* For my entrée I had the Pasta Bouillabaisse. It was so delicious. It's squid ink pasta with a seafood broth with an array of seafood. Everything I ate was lactose free so no side effects for me, just a full happy belly. If you're visiting and looking for a great experience, please come visit and tip well! Thank you Rachel and to the rest of the staff! read more

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