Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Metairie

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Central Business DistrictFrench QuarterGretnaMetairieMid-City / City ParkUptown

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Tana

4.7

Exceptional(565)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Metairie

Booked 44 times today

Tana is an upscale Italian restaurant drawing from local Chef Michael Gulotta's New Orleans Sicilian upbringing as well as his time training in the Liguria region of Italy.Experience cocktails in our comfy lounge with jewel toned plush booths and ambient lighting. Dine in the classically Italian styled main room with wood beams or The Villa, which is light and airy with lots of natural light, as if you're dining al fresca on the Sicilian coast.

2. Porter & Luke's

4.5

Awesome(485)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Metairie

Booked 4 times today

Porter & luke's opened in 2012 and was selected as one of the top ten new restaurants in New Orleans. We have also been Featured in the new Fox TV food show Flip MY Food w/ Chef Jeff. We are focused on fresh quality ingredients and great service. We pride ourselves in our guests having the premier dining experience. We offfer a great variety of selections from : Italian ,Creole, Cajun as well as traditional New Orleans Cuisine. Come by porter& luke's and try one of our fabulous dishes.

3. Toups Meatery

4.7

Exceptional(2488)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cajun • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 14 times today

Toups' Meatery is a contemporary Cajun restaurant featuring fine food, wine, specialty cocktails, extensive Bourbon selection and charcuterie inspired by deep-rooted Louisiana family traditions. Chef Isaac Toups represents the new guard of Cajun chefs for his updated refined approach to rustic dishes. Cooking the food that’s closest to his heart has earned him rave reviews including recently being named a James Beard Semi-Finalist for Best Chef of the South 2014 & 2015. Located in beautiful Mid City near City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Art.

4. Lola's

4.5

Awesome(770)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 5 times today

Lola's is truly authentic Spanish food, with a twist, in New Orleans. We are a local restaurant in the Mid-City area serving traditional Spanish dishes that have influenced the local Creole cuisine for decades.

5. Irene's

4.9

Exceptional(4351)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • French Quarter

Booked 36 times today

*Please note that if your desired reservation time is not available online, or your party is larger than those accepted through this service, please call the restaurant. We are happy and excited to make great effort in accommodating you. *RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00pm central time on the reservation date. Our cuisine is country French and Italian with a New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available for walk-in guests we do take reservations. While you wait we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you. "Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"

6. Morrow Steak

4.6

Exceptional(337)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 60 times today

Morrow Steak by Larry Morrow redefines luxury dining with an emphasis on exceptional steakcraft and sophisticated flavors. This restaurant skillfully blends opulence with innovation, creating a distinctive dining experience that captures the vibrant essence of New Orleans. Each carefully crafted dish invites diners to explore a fresh perspective on local cuisine, featuring a range of expertly selected steaks, exceptional sushi, fine fish options, and perfectly curated cocktails. With its elegant ambiance and meticulous attention to detail, Morrow Steak not only celebrates, but also elevates the rich culinary traditions of the region, making each meal a memorable journey through flavor and culture. 15 Minute Grace Period for ALL reservations. Please call if you are running late.$35 Cake Fee

7. Red Fish Grill

4.5

Awesome(8607)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 60 times today

For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill. Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.Diner's Choice Award - Opentable"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table

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8. Crescent City Steak House

4.7

Exceptional(1665)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 27 times today

Step back in time as you step through the door into our beautiful, dining room where New Orleans’ original sizzling steaks have been served since the doors opened in 1934. We offer prime, dry-aged beef that is cut in-house and cooked to your desire as well as seafood options. Our commitment to quality does not end in the kitchen. Our extensive wine list consists of over 130 bottles from around the world. Our bar offers a wide array of quality liquors and liqueurs. Crescent City Steaks has been owned and operated by the Vojkovich family since Mr. John first opened the doors over 89 years ago, and his spirit lives on through the essence of family that transcends everything we do. So, come in; have a seat; and, become part of the family at Crescent City Steaks, the home of New Orleans’ original sizzling steak.

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9. The Italian Barrel

4.6

Exceptional(3547)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • French Quarter

Booked 18 times today

Fine dining awaits you in our intimate dining area. Both indoor & outdoor as well as seating at our premier handcraft bar. Our marble-top bar greets you upon entry, you will find yourself in candle light looking at white linen tables that are positioned on beautiful wood and brick flooring surrounded by bottles of fine Italian wines. The Chef and Owner Samantha Castagnetti brings her city in Northern Italia to you via overnight shipments of imported Italian foods and boast over 40 wines almost all are served by the glass- 14 years and counting.. Come and see what everyone raves about! Authentic food is an understatement - this is the real thing. Reservations are most welcomed and taken only through OpenTable for parties of 12 or less.

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10. Kingfish - New Orleans

4.1

Excellent(1947)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 17 times today

Kingfish is a popular casual restaurant and cocktail bar in New Orleans that salutes the Huey P. Long Era. The Kingfish menu embodies new Louisiana cuisine. That along with our talented bartenders' skill & expertise combine to create a unique Louisiana-centric dining experience. So whether you are a visitor to our wonderful city or one of our regulars, Kingfish is a perfect place to meet up with friends for an evening in the New Orleans' French Quarter.

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Jeff
New Orleans / Louisiana •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding food and service our server Hilliard was terrific
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Red Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter
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4.5
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scott
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Next time I will request a table in the dock. I wish I could remember our waiters name so that I could request him again because he was amazing very attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. We went last night and I’ve already suggested Palmetos to two other couples. Definitely worth the 90 minute drive
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Palmettos on the BayouPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Northshore
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
All the food was incredible, we also had the special, the mussels, which was delicious. The cocktails and wine selection are wonderful. The service was great, and I love supporting a restaurant that gives SO much to the community!
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Toups MeateryPrice: Expensive• Cajun• Mid-City / City Park
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4.7
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Lisa
South Carolina •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
They food was wonderful and our waitress was very pleasant.
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The Italian BarrelPrice: Expensive• Italian• French Quarter
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4.6
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Ronald
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
Service was great, food was a 8.5 on a scale of 10 and given the open setting the noise level was above average. Would recommend it for a quick brunch/lunch but not for intimate or business meetings. Keep up the great work!!!
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Porter & Luke'sPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Metairie
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4.5

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