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Restaurant August
Cajun and Creole Restaurant, French Restaurant, and American Restaurant$$$$
Central Business District, New Orleans
The folks at Epicurious and Men's Health Mag like this place. Would you agree?
"Potato Gnocchi with Blue Crab and Perigold Truffle."(5 Tips)
"weekday lunch prix fixe is the best deal in the city"(13 Tips)
"Chef John Besh’s contemporary French restaurant's recent..."(3 Tips)
"The gnocchi appetizer is a must and the banana pudding dessert."(14 Tips)
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Susan ClaxtonAugust 17, 2014Highly recommend! The food is exquisite but the restaurant isn't stuffy. Highlights: black truffle gnocchi and trout with roasted wild mushrooms. The blonde chocolate cake was to die for. GO!!!!
Tony XerriAugust 7, 2016Had the 5 course degustation menu w/wine pairing and was not dissappointed. Everything was delicious but the clear standout was the Halibut cheeks. Definitely give this place a try!- Nicole CheramieNovember 27, 2018When you want to celebrate a special occasion, August is sure to impress. High-end service, exceptional wine pairings, and impeccable Gulf-to-table cuisine, including vegetarian, makes for elegance.
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014Here you'll find local oysters transfigured three ways on a single plate, rabbit cassoulet alive with vivid flavors, and pan-roasted redfish with basil risotto and fried green tomatoes. Read more
Thea RodgersApril 21, 2014Order the crab gnocchi as a starter and the trout as your main! Don't skip out on dessert, the bread pudding is delicious!
TripExpertMay 28, 2015Considered among the best in NoLa. "John Besh's Louisiana upbringing and knowledge of cutting-edge culinary trends enable him to compose menus that hold their own..." -Gayot on TripExpert Read more
Linda MiklowitzJanuary 2, 2013The Prix Fixe three-course John Besh menu with superb service today went up in price--one cent. It now costs $20.13. A wonderful bargain!- Men's Health MagSeptember 16, 2014Chef John Besh’s contemporary French restaurant's recent highlights included the pecan-smoked beef and Gulf snapper "courtbouillon" with shrimp, blue crab, and jasmine rice.
- Nicole CheramieNovember 13, 2018When you want to celebrate a special occasion August is sure to impress. High end service, exceptional wine pairings, & impeccable Gulf-to-table cuisine, including vegetarian, makes for elegance.
Trevor SumnerDecember 29, 2012Maybe best meal of my life. Ask the sommelier for wine pairings. 2 apps, 1 entree and dessert and that should really do you well. Ask for hot fois gras trio. It's better than cold one.
Adrienne LNovember 9, 2014You can order a la carte off the prix fixe dinner menu. The octopus dish is tender and excellent.
Kate PalmMarch 31, 2015Best meal of my life. Best service (Robert!!!!) ever. Unforgettable evening cannot recommend highly enough. Will return to NOLA just to visit August.
Dave GervaseFebruary 19, 2016You have one night for fine dining in New Orleans? Run, don't walk to Restaurant August. This is the best restaurant in the city.
Eric JohnsonMarch 7, 2012This place is expensive but will knock your socks off--totally worth it. This is my go-to spot for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Best restaurant in NOLA.
Jacey WrightDecember 3, 2014The tasting menu is Devine! The a la carte menu is just as good. Try the gnocchi or the short ribs! The service is impeccable.
Marc SchapiroJuly 9, 2015Ridiculous tasting menu, both seasonal and vegetarian. Service was impeccable. Worth every cent...and great cocktails on top of it all.
Cusp25November 9, 2014Brunch- start with sweet potato muffins, potato gnocchi with blue crab and banana pudding for dessert
Lars PlougmannDecember 6, 2014Ask questions about the dishes to take delight in the vivid descriptions of ingredients and preparation. Even if you know what you want to order.
Igor OmerbegovicOctober 27, 2012Still my favorite restaurant in NOLA. Turn of your cell, don't be in a rush and get ready for possibly the best 7 courses you've had in a long time!
Joshua GrippoJuly 13, 2013As with most places that are worth the wait, get a reservation, sit back, let the wine flow, and watch the hours float away. Did i mention the food?....
Mark PhelanAugust 3, 2012Amazing food all around. Extremely nice without being pretentious. Foodies wearing suits and jeans. The fish was the best. I don't know how he did it. Highly recommend.
Jennie LamNovember 5, 2014Great food but feels impersonal. The quality is great though and the flavours are definitely there!
Cameron DupuyJanuary 22, 2019Definitely pricy, but a great date spot with excellent food. I had the pork loin and it was awesome.
Josh FerraraOctober 23, 2012The menu is always changing, but this is one of the best places to trust the recommendation of the staff! You will not be disappointed.
Vivian WangDecember 29, 2019The duck was really well cooked. Save some room for dessert and get the orange creamsicle cheesecake.- Bryan IraceApril 17, 2017We did our one “fancy dinner” of the trip here and really enjoyed it. Lots of interesting vegetable dishes, amongst other things.
Noslen RamingoMarch 22, 2013Simply amazing food. Their 20.13 prix fix can't be beat. An amazing deal for the quality of food you get. wow
Eric DNovember 2, 2014Fantastic tasting menu. If you're look to splurge on a cajun/creole inspired treat, this is the place.- EpicuriousAugust 23, 2010Traditional Louisiana cooking gets a little inspiration from a worldwise, James Beard award-winning chef at this restaurant. Try the oysters three ways for a tasty appetizer with Southern roots.
Eleanor SteinmanOctober 24, 2012One of the most phenomenal meals I've ever had. Ask for Mark and Warren as your servers. You'll be well cared for!
- Melody HanMay 23, 2014The weekday lunch prix fixe is the best deal in the city - get the Whispering Angel rosé to pair
- Michael KimSeptember 23, 2013Top 3 meals ever. The gnocchi appetizer is a must and the banana pudding dessert.
- Linda MiklowitzApril 26, 2014Fridays at lunch experience an imaginative 3-course meal with vigilant , but not intrusive, service for $20.14.
Candis KolbMarch 2, 2012Great venue for a corporate functions!! Just had a fabulous Coldwell Banker Luncheon here. I recommend the bourbon vanilla crime brûlée!
The Daily MealFebruary 22, 2011When was the last time your fine dining experience offered a vegetarian "Farmers Market" tasting menu specially designed by a Top Chef Master? You won't be disappointed! Read more
Will BinfordOctober 1, 2011While it may be costly, well worth the price to do the pairing menus. Experience everything Restaurant August has to offer.
Fat Mama's TamalesAugust 16, 2011The first 7 courses of the 12 course meal were delicious, I missed the last 5 courses, don't ask.
Josh LaboveJanuary 23, 2014It's celebrity chef John Besh's place, so skip the food, and head to the bar for Besh's bacon-infused bourbon. Enough said.
Sarah ChoDecember 27, 2010You're here, splurge and do the tasting menu with the wine pairing. If there's turtle soup, DO NOT miss out on it.
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- Wed–Sun
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
(504) 299-9777
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