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- Mike WinstonApril 20, 2014Cochon Restaurant is an upscale, meaty, cajun BBQ paradise. Don't miss the Boudin Balls, Fried Alligator, Rabbit & Dumplings, or Hey Jack cocktail. Read about my visit on WinstonWanders below! Read more
- Wayne SurberFebruary 1, 2015If it's just two or three, order the small plates: Boudin, Roasted Oysters, Boucherie, Shrimp & Eggplant Dressing #wtf, Smothered Greens, Pork Cheeks Paneed. Dessert:Butterscotch pudding.Upvoted Mar 10
- Frani LiebermanDecember 28, 2014Sit at the chef counter and watch them cook up amazing goodies. Ham hock was amazing. Fried chicken livers a sleeper surprise. Mac and cheese and broc casserole were caloric heaven.
- R.J.July 26, 2014Perfectly executed... Ham Hock, Mac and Cheese, and Prince blaring "I Would Die 4 U," out of the speakers. Grab some Boudin Balls and a Hey Jack to complete the meal.
- Linda DunlapApril 2, 2016Note to self...ate at the bar. Ordered wood fired oysters, crawfish pie, fried livers, braised pork cheeks, and the mac & cheese. Everything was delicious. Night of all 3 Donald Link restaurants.
- Amanda ThauJune 6, 2016Great place for sharing it make a reservation. We tried the Boucherie plate, oysters, boudin balls, and the rabbit & dumplings. Everything was excellent, especially wood fired chili garlic oysters!
- Vincent ScottoJuly 12, 2016The Butcher is around the corner from the main shop. Homemade flavors with their take on popular sandwiches replaced with delicious pork cuts. Le Pig Mac is referencing Pulp Fiction and is succulent.
- I YooSeptember 17, 2016The house Cochon dish was recommended to me and boy, was I grateful. I saved space so I could eat the pudding which was amazing!
- Romain BernardOctober 25, 2018Oysters are sooooo delicious, a must have! Alligator is super yummy! Baba au rhum is the best way to finish your meal
- Emily KaneOctober 25, 2016The namesake Cochon is truly a treat. And if you're a visitor like me, get the boudin/alligator to share for the table.
- Ken GrossSeptember 5, 2019Good Service and knowledgeable in food differences as well as various drink options. Food was absolutely delicious and freshly prepared. Give this place a try and you won’t be disappointed.
- MuratSeptember 18, 2022Super nice restaurant, walking distance from convention center, with great and delicious food and impressive options of bourbons. Staff is welcoming, prices are affordable, just the portions are small
- Brad GrahamNovember 24, 2013Chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski. Simple food, and an emphasis on local microbrews. Boudin, breaded pork cheek, smoked ham hock w/ chicken heart, mac & cheese, louisiana cochon.
- Elizabeth BursteinMay 4, 2017Gumbo was very good, nice and strong. I had alligator for the first time and it did taste like chicken! The French 75 cocktail was delicious as well - so refreshing ! Meh oh the main cochon pork
- Christine MockenhauptSeptember 22, 2017The oysters may have been the best food I've ever tasted! First time trying the fried alligator and that was phenomenal too! Highly recommended!
- Fred DJanuary 17, 2017Great drink!!! I like "Blood of our people" if you are into #Bourbon and "Nothing but flowers" if you are looking for something alcoholic but on the sweeter side.
- Kara MundyNovember 7, 2016They make Arnold Palmer with fresh lemonade and in house brewed tea. You can get sweet or unsweet tea in it. 5 stars
- Serious EatsJanuary 2, 2014The pig-heavy dressed-up Cajun fare at Donald Link's Cochon is among the most delicious food New Orleans has to offer.
- Jeb RoDecember 1, 2013The smoked beef brisket was good. As was the Louisiana cochon. This place was second only to Sylvain for my favorite restaurants in New Orleans.
- Tony LombardiFebruary 8, 2022Amazing! The menu is great for exploring and tasting. A decent wine list of exotic whites and introducing reds. My second time...I will definitely go back!
- Patricia Andrews-KeenanOctober 21, 2016The Mac and Cheese cooked in an open oven at 500 degrees was amazing. Also had the Short ribs. So much food we were able to share one order of both.
- Sara 🌈⚔🍾May 16, 2015I can't rave enough about this place. Rabbit and dumplings, cochon, butterscotch pudding, corn custard....all brilliant! Come hungry.
- EpicuriousMarch 5, 2015You won't want to miss Cochon Butcher next door. It's a sandwich shop, wine bar, and retail store that takes advantage of Link's extensive butcher and salumi-making operation. Read more
- Wayne SchulzJuly 31, 2015We used this restaurant to supply lunch for a small conference and we also had an event upstairs (about 70-80 people). All of our members raved about the food and the event service.
- etta yApril 6, 2015This was numbers 1 through 10 of my 10 Things To Love About NOLA list. Everything is amazing here, but don't miss the oysters.
- Elias BizJuly 27, 2019Alligator, oysters, shirt ribs, are dope. Oh and the mac and cheese. And cochon. And rib eye pie. Oh, just get it all you can’t go wrong.
- Phantomluvr LuvaJanuary 21, 2018This place was amazing. Good food, good music, the short ribs out of this world. Chocolate bengets???! Yes!!!
- Dean SilfenDecember 7, 2018The fried oysters, the alligator, and the cochon were incredible. One of the few meals I would order the exact same thing if I were to return. Excellent spot.
- KenJanuary 4, 2014The Elvis king cake is filled with peanut butter, banana and house-cured bacon and topped with marshmallow and traditional Mardi Gras decoration. A small pink pig replaces the baby. @Gambit
- MarcJanuary 11, 2021Esquire: A jambalaya studded with pork cheeks and andouille sent me over the edge. I actually started hollering with joy. A bartender asked me whether I was okay. I was humming like a lunatic.
- Daniel BarnettAugust 30, 2015Thought it was a little overrated. I had the Louisiana Cochon which was delicious served on top pickled peaches and cabbage. Fried alligator was very good as well.
- Clare LynchFebruary 8, 2016The wood fired oysters are a highlight and come with a delicious chili sauce. Get anything pork
- Jean-Yves MartineauFebruary 27, 2020Excellent menu and excellent service was impressed and would go again. The Porchetta is out of this world.
- Melissa FooDecember 24, 2013Decent bourbon selection -- if you're a Scotch drinker the 1792 goes down well. Good sazeracs. Had the fried alligator 'small plate' which was delicious, came with a spicy remoulade.
- Brad GrahamNovember 23, 2013Chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski. The food is focused and simple, and an emphasis on local microbrews offers a cool contrast to the sometimes-spicy cuisine.
- BradJuly 19, 2016Ham hock was amazing!what depth and complexity of flavor. Great Cajun upscale cooking.
- Ben K.June 12, 2015Fantastic restaurant. Wood fired oysters, smoked pork ribs, gumbo, rabbit and dumplings all amazing. Finish with fried banana split.
- Mauri Mo StatenMarch 14, 2017All. The. Things. The smoked ribs with watermelon pickle, the wood fired oysters, and Boudin balls were wonderful! The crawfish pie was delightful.
- Kevin ThompsonMay 6, 2017Best table bread and butter. Start with fried alligator for the table. Rabbit and dumplings also solid. Oyster sandwich is massive
- Courtney BethFebruary 8, 2014Food was amazing! Try the fried alligator - it's not as intimidating as you'd think! Great place for local food for non-locals! Staff was really nice!!
- Hunter ThomasSeptember 4, 2016Awesome food, great service. Most food cooked in wood burning stove. Great for groups but no separate checks. Will split bill up to 4 cards.
- John KrogmanSeptember 28, 2017Great food and friendly staff. Had the chicken fried soft shell crab. It was fabulous. The pork cheek small plate was wonderful, too.
- Nicolaus SherrillMay 21, 2017Had to eat here as part of a bachelor party. Not vegetarian friendly. Even their vegetables are cooked with meat or are smothered in a meat gravy. Our servers were also very scatter brained.
- Elia AlbarranMay 14, 2016Excellent service. Great for a large group if they can accommodate a reservation. Order everything.
- Nathalie AJanuary 3, 2017Mac n cheese to die for. Pork cheeks were phenomenal, and the fried alligator was great too. All round awesome food.
- Scott ArrredondoSeptember 10, 2014The rabbit and dumplings are really good, and if your not from the south and never tried alligator, then this is the place, it's great.
- Renae MasonOctober 25, 2017The church of roasted meats, including Gator popcorn. You can also get local craft beer here and nice cocktails.
- Elizabeth DorffNovember 29, 2017Beef Brisket was so tender and the pairing of horseradish potatoes was amazing!