1. The Polo Club Lounge
7.9
300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA
Hotel Bar · Central Business District · 10 tips and reviews
Jay G: Try the French 75 w/gin; Prosecco, Lemon syrup, sugar, and Gin. It's light and hits the spot.
Jules Bacon: Fabulous cocktail menu. Small plates menu is pricey, but also, very good. Luxurious and relaxed atmosphere.
Katie Pitre: No TVs! It is absolutely refreshing!
4. Commander's Palace
9.0
1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Garden District · 320 tips and reviews
Michael Hussey: Try the Pecan Crusted Gulf Fish - ~ A Commander’s Palace Favorite ~ Prosecco poached Louisiana crabmeat, spiced pecans, and crushed corn sauce
Edward Forte: Great 3 course lunch, turtle soup, quail, & banana bread souffle. Crawfish gnocchi also very good and 25 cent martinis for lunch
Food Network: Ignore anyone who says not to spoil your appetite on the bread basket: The free buttery garlic bread at Commander’s Palace is absolutely justifiable. Via CityEats.com Read more.
9. Domenica
8.8
123 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA
Italian Restaurant · 266 tips and reviews
Anita Mac: On your own? Eat at the bar. Same amazing food, no need to wait for a table. Strawberry Amore cocktail with prosecco a treat! Loved the pizza. Heard it's half price during happy hour!
getmejeff Jeff Arena: Deep, intense flavors are cunningly matched. Vegetarian options (like pasta with roasted eggplant and goat cheese) pack ample flavor. This is why we have taste buds.
Eater: The dining room is homey and comfortable but, at the same time, feels forward-looking. Cocktails are some of the best in the city. [Eater 38 Member]
10. Cafe Reconcile
8.5
1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA
American Restaurant · Central City - Garden · 21 tips and reviews
Briana Rogers: mac n' cheese, bananas foster bread pudding, it's all fantastic. the energy and mission of the place make it all the better. highly recommended!
Eater: Even if it wasn’t a successful job training program for at-risk kids, the food here would still be incredibly delicious, old-school New Orleans soul food. [Eater 38 Member]
Laura White: Get the mac and cheese. And if you're here, be sure to ask what Cafe Reconcile is all about. It's much more than good food.
11. Ye Olde College Inn
8.4
3000 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA
Southern Food Restaurant · Uptown - Carrollton · 19 tips and reviews
Andy Kutcher: Best hamburger steak in NOLA. And great onion rings
Abby Buchmeyer: The Fried Bread Pudding is absolutely fantastic.
Eater: Chef Brad McGeehee, who doesn't just source locally, but in-house, creates daily specials showcasing produce (and eggs) from the restaurant's own farm. [Eater 38 Member]
12. Desi Vega's Steakhouse
8.1
628 Saint Charles Ave (at Girod St.), New Orleans, LA
Steakhouse · Central Business District · 9 tips and reviews
Genny Dean: Every side is amazing. Service is awesome. The homemade meatball makes the meal. Best steaks in town
Ashlee Nicole.: OMG, listen... You have to try this at least once in your life. Cute place, and the food... It's like heaven in your mouth! The Lamb Chops are to live for. I literally closed my eyes during every bite
Beth Duff: So good we went here two nights in a row on a two night stay! Will go back again!!
15. Marti's
7.8
1041 Dumaine St (Rampart), New Orleans, LA
French Restaurant · French Quarter · 3 tips and reviews
David Schwartz: Great menu, great service and an all-around great find. They revitalized this former legendary New Orleans Favorite. You must try the Gulf Fish Almandine and get some Raw Oysters while you are at it.
Eater: Chef Drew Lockett cooks impressive rustic bistro fare, and a wealth of raw bar options that dazzle. Also, they're open until midnight, Wednesday-Saturday.
Abigail Gullo: Steve is an amazing bartender. I have yet to even see the dining room, but both my experiences at the bar have been divine. My rabbit was delicious as was the savory sage pain perdu.