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Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Seafood Restaurant and Cajun and Creole Restaurant$$$$
Central Business District, New Orleans
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    Frances
    "Amazing etoufee, gumbo, chargrilled oysters, blackened shrimp!"(30 Tips)
    Thea R.
    "Get the char grilled oysters, fried catfish & fried crawfish!! 😜"(27 Tips)
    Tere L.
    "The Charbroiled Oysters are to die for!❤️"(11 Tips)
    Sam C.
    "Raw oysters, char-grilled oysters, oyster bienville- all amazing!"(15 Tips)
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  • Marinaheart icon on user image
    MarinaMarch 3, 2017
    This was my fave restaurant during my lastest trip there. The oysters are HUGE. I had a dozen raw all to myself. Chargrilled oysters are life changing. Bloody Mary was topped with shrimp and oysters.
    Upvoted Jan 18
  • Katie A.heart icon on user image
    Katie AnneMay 1, 2016
    The oysters here where the best! We ended up having two dozen and we also had the shots with oysters in them that were phenomenal....skip the line at Acme & go to Felix's
  • Dorothy J.heart icon on user image
    Dorothy Jean ChangFebruary 13, 2017
    It's all about the chargrilled oysters. Truly amazing. Raw oysters are great too but mainly serve as a contrast that highlights how delicious the chargrilled ones are!
    Upvoted Jan 3
  • Fabian M.heart icon on user image
    Fabian MartinAugust 1, 2022
    The place was great, the oysters were good and the waitress Linda was incredibly!! nice. However, the prices were steep and the chargrilled oysters really just tasted chargrilled without the oyster
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsJanuary 24, 2014
    Directly across the street from Acme, sharing a similar neon sign, Felix's is a bit less crowded, a touch less touristy and offers up fatty and fresh oysters on the half shell.
  • Clara E.heart icon on user image
    Clara EloyAugust 1, 2022
    Good oysters. Be careful about those “market price” tags they can be a shocker when the check comes ($20 for a po boy or for fried crab) service was absolutely amazing though (shoutout to Linda 🥹💖)
  • Antony O.heart icon on user image
    Antony OMarch 1, 2022
    Everything was sold out sadly when we were here. That ending said the shrimp boil was good. Bloody Marys were fantastic! Jambalaya was very good, broiled oyster and raw were good too!
  • Brittany B.heart icon on user image
    Brittany BarfieldJune 24, 2018
    Ask for Izzy at the bar. He is the best! He’ll hook you up with what’s good and must haves. Crawfish is awesome and the blackened gator is a definitely must have!!
  • Bobby K.heart icon on user image
    Bobby KennedyNovember 13, 2015
    Instantly got a seat when we didn't have time to wait in line at Acme. Oysters are delicious and they've got every po' boy imaginable.
  • Trina R.heart icon on user image
    Trina ReneeAugust 7, 2015
    Oh Felix. This is definitely a have to visit restaurant here in the French quarter. The chargrilled oysters are to die for. The crawfish étouffée has so much flavor it is just perfect.
  • Kevin S.heart icon on user image
    Kevin SkobacDecember 25, 2015
    Awesome grilled oysters, and solid other local dishes too (we especially enjoyed shrimp & grits). Saves you an hour in the Acme line (which I'd still do sometimes too)
  • Eugene L.
    Eugene LubomirJuly 3, 2017
    Raw oysters are served Sans-plates, ON the bar, and without any vinaigrette. Lemons and horseradish are self-serve. Chargrilled oysters, red beans, and blackened gator are recommended.
  • Asadur A.heart icon on user image
    Asadur AshikJuly 3, 2017
    Would definitely recommend the chargrilled oyster! After 2nd failing to get into Acme Restaurant, we found this great restaurant with exceptionally good food! Loved it!
  • Jamie L.heart icon on user image
    Jamie LynnApril 1, 2016
    Did someone say chargrilled oysters? Order more than you think you need or want. Bayou sampler platter was banging! Same with the shrimp and roast beef po boys!
  • Jordan M.heart icon on user image
    Jordan MJuly 29, 2012
    Sit at the bar, chat with Keith as he shucks directly onto the counter, and definitely try the chargrilled oysters - so amazing. Best oysters we had in our time in NOLA.
  • Rusty S.heart icon on user image
    Rusty ShacklefordOctober 31, 2017
    My favorite restaurant in the world. The crab fingers are amazing. The grilled oysters are fantastic. Always a must if I am in New Orleans.
  • Simon S.heart icon on user image
    Simon SparreAugust 8, 2014
    Had half a dozen of oysters and the bayou platter (jambalaya, gumbo, & red beans and rice). I recommend sitting in the bar as the service is better and the oystermen are good fun. Will be coming back.
  • Eduardo D.heart icon on user image
    Eduardo DerricoApril 26, 2018
    The Blackened Alligator AND the Chart Oysters (grilled with garlic and parm cheese)are a must. By far my favorites in NOLA.
  • Daniel L.heart icon on user image
    Daniel LillyOctober 26, 2018
    Lots of ways to have oysters. Chargrilled were great, Bienville good, shoulda tried buffalo. Saw plates of shucked raw oysters stacked on top of each other, ready to go out, which seems sketch.
  • Chasity C.
    Chasity CorneliusMarch 24, 2014
    Across the street from Acme, I couldn't believe that I liked Felix's more! No extremely long line. Delicious chargrilled oysters.. Sit at the bar and have fun with the Down to earth staff.
  • Jim
    JimAugust 28, 2014
    All I know is that the chargrillef oysters are great, the staff are fun, and the price is right. Note that the far side of the restaurant near the grill gets a bit toasty.
  • Brodie O.heart icon on user image
    Brodie OlmsteadApril 9, 2017
    Fresh oysters and every type of po' boy. Fast service and huge portions. I recommend the fried oyster po' boy (duh).
  • Joy S.heart icon on user image
    Joy SylvesterAugust 12, 2013
    Ok chargrilled oysters at Felix's are heaven. They are topped with a perfect amount of parm, bread crumbs, black and white pepper. So freakin good!
  • Clay W.heart icon on user image
    Clay WallaceOctober 29, 2017
    Chargrilled oysters are terrific. Generally a much shorter wait than Acme (also good) on the other side of the road.
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    ATL_HunterJuly 19, 2015
    Stop by for a roast beef po'boy. The service was fantastic, the food ridiculously good. Perfect for a low-key lunch.
  • Mick M.
    Mick MillerApril 11, 2014
    The breading is a bit weirder than other places, but the oysters are spot on. For the best chance to try a little of everything, get a half po boy and a side.
  • Priya T.heart icon on user image
    Priya TungrusAugust 29, 2015
    Grab a seat at the bar - you'll beat the queue! Grab yourself a dozen juicy chargrilled oysters and a cup of jumbalaya and you're ready for more drinks!
  • Colby S.
    Colby SmithJune 5, 2012
    Long line at Acme, so we went to Felix's. We sat at the bar and the raw oysters and shrimp po boy were both excellent. Next time I think I'll stand at the bar and eat 'em as they shuck 'em!
  • Jason G.heart icon on user image
    Jason GervaisFebruary 19, 2016
    I love how the oysters get shucked and slapped on the bar directly I front of you. No plate nothing belly up to the bar and slide them back.
  • Judi S.heart icon on user image
    Judi SandelMarch 19, 2019
    Duh, the fresh shucked oysters, of course! Sit at the bar and watch your delicacies shucked by the best.
  • Leslie L.heart icon on user image
    Leslie LinOctober 28, 2015
    Felix definitely wins the acme vs Felix duel! Gotta get the chargrilled oysters and the cocktail sauce from the raw oysters is to finger-lickin good!!!!
  • Sam C.heart icon on user image
    Sam CohenSeptember 27, 2014
    Raw oysters, char-grilled oysters, oyster bienville- all amazing! And the bloody Mary's are great too!
  • Shane B.heart icon on user image
    Shane BivinsJuly 20, 2018
    I think it was just the chef for the day because our order had to be remade 3 times. The 3rd time the manager made our char-grilled oysters and they were perfect.
  • Tasha B.
    Tasha BurtonJuly 12, 2014
    We were in and out, food came fast and was delicious! Definitely better than standing in line at Acme!
  • Trista J.
    Trista JensenMay 20, 2014
    Get the sweet potato fries. Best I've ever had. The gumbo, wedge salad and Ofcourse the oysters are amazing too!
  • Priya T.heart icon on user image
    Priya TungrusJune 5, 2017
    If there's a queue, ask to sit at the bar. It's quicker and you get to see the shucking!
  • Caryn B.heart icon on user image
    Caryn BrownDecember 30, 2023
    Been here 5+ times
    Some of the best seafood in New Orleans, been coming here for over 20 years, always our first stop when we get to New Orleans.
  • Tony M.heart icon on user image
    Tony MDecember 14, 2014
    Loved this place. Split the seafood platter - but get it blackened instead of fried. Flavors are awesome - especially the blackened oysters.
  • natalynheart icon on user image
    natalynJanuary 22, 2014
    Before eating here, my husband and I hated oysters. After having their chargrilled oysters, we can't get enough. Do yourself a favor and get a dozen. Get two dozen. You're welcome.
  • Wayne S.
    Wayne SurberFebruary 5, 2015
    We got oysters here instead of Acme on Superbowl Sunday, the one day we could have gotten into Acme easier. Anyways, they were good and the people were nice, but the oysters at Peche were far better.
  • John S.heart icon on user image
    John SteidleNovember 3, 2016
    Chargrilled oysters are fantastic. Don't miss the gumbo. Sit at the bar and get a few free fresh shucked oysters!
  • Megan O.heart icon on user image
    Megan OlveraOctober 25, 2016
    Go. Get there as fast as you can. The place is unassuming in appearance but unbelievable in flavor. Grilled oysters are mind blowing!
  • This Is My South
    This Is My SouthSeptember 6, 2014
    Skip the line at Acme in favor of Felix's, where you can get oysters on the half shell and fried gator. Read more
  • Starr C.
    Starr CappsAugust 17, 2011
    Decent prices, casual atmosphere, YUMMY oysters (we got them on the half shell), and delicious bread pudding (we split one order). Caution: Their horseradish is POTENT, it *will* kick your butt!
  • Anamaria H.heart icon on user image
    Anamaria HernandezNovember 19, 2015
    Char-grilled oysters are amazing! Must get them! Ettoufée is also delicious!
  • Charles L.heart icon on user image
    Charles LawDecember 23, 2015
    Amazing grilled and fried oysters. Skip the the raw ones. Ordered the fried soft shell crab which was delicious too.
  • Sarah T.
    Sarah T.February 4, 2014
    You gotta try the jambalaya. The cup is a nice little size, but I say just go for the entree and split it if you want to share something.
  • Dom W.heart icon on user image
    Dom WongJanuary 5, 2015
    Fantastic oysters...the chargrilled oysters are less grilled then acme...so acme v felix will depend on your preference
  • Adam
    AdamAugust 11, 2012
    The service here is amazing!!! The place was packed and we were waiting on friends to show up, but they didn't rush or complain. Just know they do cash only and can't sale alcohol.
  • Francesheart icon on user image
    FrancesSeptember 16, 2019
    Amazing etoufee, gumbo, chargrilled oysters, blackened shrimp! The floor was VERY slippery for me!
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