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1. Tana
4.7
Exceptional(564)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Metairie
Booked 26 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.
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2. Ralph's on the Park
4.7
Exceptional(4445)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 37 times today
Voted a "Top 10" Restaurant by NOLA.com readers and offering the city's best view of the majestic oak trees of City Park, Ralph's on the Park dishes up award-winning modern Louisiana cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. Executive Chef Christopher Vazquez's menu blends Creole, Cajun, and Southern Louisiana influences, driven by market-fresh ingredients. Vazquez sources locally, supporting community purveyors with dishes built from fresh produce, farm harvests, and Gulf seafood, following the region’s micro-seasonality.Ralph's on the Park's Lunch is a freewheeling New Orleans tradition. Weekend Brunch is a festive occasion featuring inspired egg entrées paired with perennial favorites Turtle Soup and City Park Salad. Dinner draws locals longing to celebrate - something, anything! with good company, creative cooking, and well-crafted cocktails.
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3. Landry’s Seafood House – New Orleans Lake Pontchartrain
4.5
Awesome(1396)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Lakeview/Gentilly
Booked 12 times today
The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.
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4. Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks
4.7
Exceptional(1652)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Metairie
Booked 23 times today
Desi Vega is the restaurateur of Desi Vega's Steakhouse, Mr. John's Steakhouse, and Desi Vega's Prime Burgers & Shakes. Desi grew up in the restaurant business and was groomed by Ella Brennan at Commander's Palace, Ruth Fertel of Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and Emeril Lagasse. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Our USDA Prime steaks are carefully selected, hand-cut and aged for tenderness, then seared to perfection and served on a sizzling plate. Seafood selections include steamed crabs and lobster, Gulf fish in various preparations each day, and plenty of other seafood.
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5. Ristorante Filippo
4.6
Exceptional(1095)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Metairie
Booked 5 times today
Chef Philip Gagliano is a native New Orleanian of Italian descent who LOVES food! Learning his culinary skills from his mother and grandmothers, Chef Philip serves delightfully classic dishes in an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Menu specialties include Oysters al Oreganate, Chicken & Veal served in 5 classic Italian preparations and USDA Steaks alongside traditional Italian Pasta dishes. Chef Philip says "I am very attached to my Italian roots and have been in the industry a long time. My wife Mary and I work diligently at the restaurant to make it a wonderful place to dine for all of our guests. We look forward to welcoming you into our restaurant".
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6. Vessel NOLA
4.2
Awesome(2671)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 19 times today
Vessel Specializes in Fresh Seafood and New American Cuisine! Renowned Chef Wille Cooper, who trained under Emeril Lagasse & Wolfgang Puck sources fresh local ingredients incorporating many of the traditions New Orleans is famous for. Dinner is served 7 days a week and brunch Sat-Sun! Happy Hour weekdays 4-6 pm (except holidays). Reservations are advised and we welcome walk-ins! Dine inside or outdoors on our gorgeous covered patio! ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST featured VESSEL as one of "8 of the Most Gorgeous Restaurants in Former Churches Worldwide". Paranormal activity lurks at VESSEL as featured on The Travel Channel's hit show "THE DEAD FILES" in the episode "Deadly Vessel" showcasing the spirits that haunt Vessel. Eat, Drink, Congregate! at Vessel at New Orleans' most exciting restaurant/bar, housed in a 1914 historic church in Mid-City, 10 minutes from the French Quarter just off the Canal Street Streetcar.
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7. Jewel of the South
4.8
Exceptional(110)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • French Quarter
Booked 41 times today
Borrowing its name from an influential 1850s-vintage bar in the Central Business District, this pub-like tavern (with courtyard) occupies an old brick Creole cottage in the French Quarter, where well-known local bartender Chris Hannah serves up cocktails both classic and contemporary. London-born chef Philip Whitmarsh runs the kitchen.Accolades include James Beard, World 50 Best, Art of Hospitality, Best Bar South (North America).
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8. Lola's
4.5
Awesome(770)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 13 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.
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9. Cafe Degas
4.6
Exceptional(3021)
Price: Expensive
• French • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 35 times today
Voted Most Romantic Restaurant in New Orleans, this Faubourg St. John Bistro offers simple, yet artfully executed, classic French cuisine featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a fine dining experience in a casual outdoor cafe atmosphere on the beautiful and historic Oak-lined Esplanade Avenue.
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10. Fleming's Steakhouse - Metairie
4.5
Awesome(1060)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Metairie
Booked 24 times today
Your Metairie Fleming's is located on the corner of North Causeway and 17th Street, in the northwest corner of the Lakeside Mall parking lot. Fleming's in Metairie is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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