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- TTimothyVIPFort Lauderdale •31 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoWe had not been to this restaurant in over ten years. The first time we dined, I had the rabbit and it was delicious. I ordered it, again, this visit, and it did not disappoint! My husband had the turtle bouillabaisse and it was also delicious. For dessert, we had the butternut squash sponge cake which was moist and tasty. Lilly, our server, made us feel very welcome and her service was" spot on". We really appreciated her dimming the lights as it was brighter than a cafeteria when we arrived which was not conducive to a romantic dinner.More infoLa Petite GroceryPrice: Expensive• French• Garden District•4.8
- JJakeNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOutstanding service and food. We came for our anniversary and will definitely come back or try another restaurant in the Brennan’s Restaurant Group. The Bananas Foster is a delicious and unique table side experience!More infoBrennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.8
- MMarkVIPDenver / Colorado •35 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoNeighborhood favorite. Always excellent food, service, ambiance. Consistently delicious. We’re lucky to have such a wonderful restaurant in our neighborhood.More infoApollinePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Uptown•4.6
- RRobertVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •299 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 12, 2025The arayes pita sandwich full of delicious grilled ground beef was so good! Also typical of the excellent pita/hummus found in Tel Aviv, loved it.More infoTal's HummusPrice: Moderate• Israeli• Uptown•4.6
- RRuthVIPSouth Carolina •6 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 12, 2025Great casual spot for burgers and appetizers. Attentive service and able to accommodate members of our group who were celiac. Patio looked lovely for warmer weather. Definitely recommend.More infoSon of a BunPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Uptown•4.3
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Looking for a melting pot of cultures within the city of New Orleans? You'll find it in the Uptown neighborhood located north of the Mississippi River. In its early years, this area of the city attracted both overseas immigrants and transplants from other regions of the United States, and the neighborhood also boasted a large population of African-Americans. It's no wonder, then, that the restaurant scene in Uptown features a wide variety of cuisines from which to choose. Go for a Mediterranean flair at Italian pizzerias that feature homemade dough, lean toward Southern classics at a cafe that serves shrimp and grits, or enjoy classic Cajun and Creole dishes. Oh, and don't forget Uptown's German influence; try traditional Bavarian bratwursts or a sausage made from New Orleans crawfish.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Uptown New Orleans is Bistro Daisy
The best vegan restaurants in Uptown New Orleans are Superior Grill - New Orleans, Shaya and Saj
The best vegetarian restaurants in Uptown New Orleans are Shaya, Saj and Superior Seafood
The restaurants with the best service in Uptown New Orleans are Bistro Daisy, Shaya and Superior Seafood
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Uptown New Orleans are Bistro Daisy, Bayou Bar and Shaya
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