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Atchafalaya Restaurant, New Orleans, LA

Atchafalaya Restaurant

4.9
4.9
6480 Reviews
$31 to $50
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Atchafalaya is a true New Orleans neighborhood eatery where the eclectic yet elegant atmosphere is only outshone by the attentive service and delicious local fare. Nestled under the oaks on the edges of the Irish Channel, Magazine Street, and historic Garden districts, this hidden gem is one the best contemporary Creole dining experiences that one can find in the city. Neighbors, locals, and out of towners alike will become regulars after experiencing the brand of hospitality offered by New Orleans’ only five “A” restaurant. If having standards such as a gumbo du jour, blue crab raviolo, or shrimp & grits, a nightly seafood special, or a filet paired with a selection from the world class wine program you will not be disappointed. The introductions of brunch, live music, cocktails, and now an extensive happy hour continue the newest culinary chapter for a storied local haunt, embracing New Orleans’ culinary culture while placing contemporary spin on traditional New Orleans cuisine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Mon, Thu–Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 891-9626
  • Website
    http://atchafalayarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Lynch
  • Private party facilities
    We have a large table in a private room that seat up to 10 guests and is available for reservations during brunch or dinner. Our upstairs dinning area seats up to 28 guests and can be rented for private dinner or private weekday brunches. Our buyout capacity is 75.
  • Private party contact
    Rachael Jaffe Tocco: (504) 891-9626
  • Location
    901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115
  • Neighborhood
    Garden District
  • Cross street
    Laurel Street
  • Parking details
    Residential Street parking with no time restrictions.
  • Public transit
    Magazine Street and Louisiana Ave, Louisiana Ave and Tchoupitoulas Bus Stops.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music during Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

  • Soup du Jour$12.00

    chef's daily creation

    • Fried Green Tomatoes$18.00

      butter-poached Florida rock shrimp, mixed greens, crispy shallots, remoulade, smoked trout roe, Crystal Hot Sauce pulp

      • Crispy Fried Gulf Oysters$16.00

        sweet corn pudding, robiola cheese fonduta, pepper relish, micro greens

        • Gumbo du Jour$12.00

          chef's seasonal creation, trinity, dark roux, Louisiana popcorn rice

          • Kale & Goat Cheese Salad$15.00

            panko-crusted goat cheese, shaved granny smith apple, red onion, sultanas, pepper jelly vinaigrette

            • Free-Form Blue Crab Raviolo$20.00

              shiitake mushroom, spinach, mascarpone, citrus beurre blanc

              Entrées

              • Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits$32.00

                andouille sausage, smoked cherry tomatoes, trinity, Creole-spiced shrimp broth

                • Pan-Seared Gulf Fish$38.00

                  honey nut squash, bokchoy, cipollini onion, shrimp sauce americaine, Vietnamese crab-cucumber salad

                  • Harissa Spiced Cauliflower$28.00

                    whipped harissa tofu, ginger-garlic gremolata, smoked sorghum, lemon quinoa, English peas, herbs

                    • Crispy Confit Duck Leg$30.00

                      crispy ngerlings, sweet corn succotash, local peas, apple cider glaze, duck skin cracklin

                      • Chili-Rubbed 14oz Red Wattle Pork Chop$36.00

                        hominy, pozole broth, radish, pickled red onion, jalapeño, salsa verde, pepitas, cotija

                        • 8oz Stone Creek Wagyu Bavette Steak$48.00

                          herb roasted potatoes, Maggie's Mushrooms', blistered shishitos, "kimi"-churri, miso-carrot puree

                          Sides

                          $9

                          • Blistered Shishito Peppers

                            • Sautéed Maggie Mushrooms

                              • Bacon-Braised Greens

                                • Roasted Potatoes

                                  • Cream Cheese Grits

                                    • Fried Brussel Sprouts

                                      miso-honey, sunower seed, mint

                                      Last updated: November 24, 2024

                                      What 6,480 people are saying

                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                      4.9
                                      4.9 based on recent ratings
                                      • 4.9Food
                                      • 4.8Service
                                      • 4.8Ambience
                                      • 4.7Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

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                                      • New Orleans / Louisiana

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                                      • New Orleans / Louisiana

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                                      • New Orleans / Louisiana

                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern

                                      • New Orleans

                                        Best Overall

                                      • New Orleans

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                                      • New Orleans

                                        Best Value

                                      • New Orleans

                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      Atchafalaya Restaurant in New Orleans offers a "divine dining experience" with "excellent food and vibes." Nestled in a cozy, authentic NOLA setting, this gem boasts "top-notch service" and "amazing Southern cuisine" with an upscale twist. A must-visit for brunch, dinner, or any special occasion.

                                      6,480 Reviews

                                      1. Mike

                                        VIP

                                        Philadelphia

                                        118 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        118 reviews

                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Best shrimp and grits ever. Service was fantastic, seamless and friendly. Nice curated wine list. A definite “go again”.

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                                      2. Diane

                                        VIP

                                        Kansas City

                                        6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        6 reviews

                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        This is our favorite restaurant in New Orleans. We always make sure to plan a visit when we come. Service is always welcoming and engaging. The food never disappoints and the signature Shrimp and grits is a stand out. Also tried the blue crab ravioli this trip. Soft and the sauce melted in your mouth along with perfectly cooked crab filling. Thank you to everyone at the Atchafalaya for continuing to make our experience memorable.

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                                      3. tom

                                        New Orleans

                                        6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        6 reviews

                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Delicious food, unrushed setting, great service, upscale atmosphere

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                                      4. Randy

                                        Houston

                                        3 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        3 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        This place was great! Good location (near Magazine st. The restaurant was beautiful. I had a reservation and was seated as soon as I entered the door. Mario, my waiter was excellent. The started Crab ravioli was fantastic, The entree Gulf fish was perfectly prepared and delicious! I would recommend it.

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                                      5. WAlan

                                        VIP

                                        New Orleans

                                        20 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        20 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        How can any restaurant improve on the expected high level of quality for a New Orleans establishment? Atchafalaya set that standard of quality for us and the chef and staff never falter, never fail to provide a dining experience worth the wait and exceeding expectations. The turtle soup was unique and memorable. The crab cake was emblematic of New Orleans (sorry Chesapeake), spiced just right. Coupled with energetic service despite a full restaurant for lunch, Atchafalaya delivered. They always deliver - magnificently.

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                                      6. kathy

                                        New Orleans

                                        5 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        5 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We were 4 all ordered different entrees and all were very good. Price point is good really like the decor very nice atmosphere. Good service too our waiter there at the right time didn’t hover

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                                      7. Emma

                                        St. Louis

                                        2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        2 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        The absolute best meal we’ve had in New Orleans. The service, location and food were all great. 10/10 experience! We will be back!

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                                      8. michael

                                        Coastal Georgia

                                        6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        6 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Cory was a FABULOUS server. Very helpful, energetic and just the right amount of attention. Food was very good and the ambiance perfect. Really enjoyed proper cocktails at the bar pre-meal too.

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                                      9. Joshua

                                        New Orleans

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        I can’t say enough good things about this restaurant. The food, the service, it was all amazing.

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                                      10. emma

                                        VIP

                                        Washington DC

                                        4 reviews

                                        4.0

                                        4 reviews

                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                        1. Overall 4
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Delicious food and friendly service. Also kid friendly

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                                      Atchafalaya Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 6480 OpenTable diners.

                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                      Make a reservation

                                      2 people
                                      7:00 PM
                                      Booked 52 times today

                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                      Google Map for Atchafalaya Restaurant

                                      901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115

                                      Additional information

                                      • Cross street
                                        Laurel Street
                                      • Neighborhood
                                        Garden District
                                      • Hours of operation
                                        Brunch Mon, Thu–Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                      • Price
                                        $31 to $50
                                      • Cuisines
                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary American
                                      • Dining style
                                        Casual Elegant
                                      • Dress code
                                        Smart Casual
                                      • Parking details
                                        Residential Street parking with no time restrictions.
                                      • Public transit
                                        Magazine Street and Louisiana Ave, Louisiana Ave and Tchoupitoulas Bus Stops.
                                      • Payment options
                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                      • Executive chef
                                        Christopher Lynch
                                      • Entertainment
                                        Live Music during Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
                                      • Additional
                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                      • Website
                                        http://atchafalayarestaurant.com/
                                      • Phone number
                                        (504) 891-9626
                                      • Private party facilities
                                        We have a large table in a private room that seat up to 10 guests and is available for reservations during brunch or dinner. Our upstairs dinning area seats up to 28 guests and can be rented for private dinner or private weekday brunches. Our buyout capacity is 75.
                                      • Private party contact
                                        Rachael Jaffe Tocco: (504) 891-9626

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