Diners' Choice: American restaurants in New Orleans

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in New Orleans? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistro Daisy

5.0

5 (1326)

$30 and under

American

Uptown

About the restaurant

A quaint eatery nestled in the heart of Uptown New Orleans, Bistro Daisy -named for the daughter of owners Anton & Diane Schulte-opened in the summer of 2007. The Restaurant features fresh, seasonal and often local ingredients prepared in the American bistro style. Daisy's award-winning dishes and charming atmosphere have established this Uptown bistro as one of the city's premier dining experiences.

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Susan

Dined 1 day ago

An incredible evening. The staff was very attentive and fun. The food was outstanding and the ambiance could not have been better. Perfect lighting and decor. We’ll be back for sure.

Dakota Restaurant - Covington

4.9

4.9 (1214)

$50 and over

American

Covington

About the restaurant

Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients.
The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe.
In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.
The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

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Marion

Dined 1 day ago

The Dakota is a fine dining experience extraordinaire - all the way around: ambience and service and our meals were sublime. The noise level, later in our dining time, interfered with our conversation but it was the holidays!

Coquette

4.6

4.6 (3081)

$31 to $50

American

Lower Garden District

About the restaurant

Located in the Garden District of New Orleans, Coquette offers innovative southern cuisine with an emphasis on locally sourced product. Featuring an accessible international wine list, classic and creative New Orleans cocktails and a well-traveled beer list.

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Judson

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful meal and experience, particularly the entire raw bar appetizer.

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New Year's Eve Five Course Dinner

Compère Lapin

4.7

4.7 (2705)

$31 to $50

American

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Compère Lapin - noun - "kom-pare la-pan" - 1. anthropomorphic rabbit character who served as the mischievous protagonist in Creole and Caribbean folk tales; 2. Chef Nina Compton's restaurant at the Old No 77 Hotel & Chandlery in the Warehouse Arts District of New Orleans.

Meals aren’t about trends, shock value, or opulence.
Meals are about moments, memories and those who surround you at your table.
We believe in the complexity of simplicity, and the power of pure flavors. Our histories, vast and varied, deserve to be memorialized and romanticized by dishes that at once remind us of home and transport us to somewhere new.

We don’t make food for everyone else, we make food for you.

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Robert

Dined 3 days ago

The best meal we ever had in the US. A wonderful combination of flavours: all fresh ingredients and well balanced spices. Lovely wines. We had a Californian orange wine that paired with each and every dish. Staff was perfect, friendly, there when appropriate and genuinely happy to see out enjoyment of the food. Don’t miss Compère Lapin when staying in New Orleans!

Birdy's Behind The Bower

4.7

4.7 (596)

$30 and under

American

Garden District

About the restaurant

Birdy’s Behind the Bower is a brunch spot perched in the back of the Framework building, serving Southern-inspired, locally-sourced American cuisine alongside a welcoming outdoor courtyard. We partner with Sugar Roots Farm in New Orleans to source fresh, local ingredients for dishes that range from comforting, house-made breakfast staples to lighter, health-conscious fare. Celebrate on our chic patio or nestle in for a coffee to start your day.

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Thomas

Dined 6 days ago

We had the place to ourselves on a Sunday morning at 8 am. Everyone was welcoming and helpful. The food was delicious to the eyes and taste buds. By 9:30 the kitchen was busy preparing take-out orders and a few more people were beginning to arrive. We look forward to returning again before the end of our vacation.

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One Thirteen Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (321)

$30 and under

American

Hammond

About the restaurant

One thirteen restaurant seeks to enliven the senses
through an inspired mid-century modern setting, graceful service and New American cuisine that simply tastes delicious
we sought to keep the unique design of its architect John Desmond
while expanding into a place of relaxation, enjoyment and excitement for each of our guests. Here’s hoping to see you soon!

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Javita

Dined 6 days ago

Loved this place! Will definitely be back! Atmosphere is great!

Monday Restaurant + Bar

4.6

4.6 (873)

$31 to $50

American

Mid-City / City Park

About the restaurant

Located in one of New Orleans’ most historic neighborhoods, Mid-City, Monday is an indoor/outdoor dining destination crafted by renowned restauranteurs, Larry Morrow and Lenora Chong, and is a must-visit for anyone seeking the best in American Cuisine and Happy Hour Specials in the city.

The bar menu includes everything from exclusive crafted cocktails to bottle service to all-day Happy Hour specials on Mondays.

More than just a dining venue, Monday promises to deliver a singular blend of excellent food, innovative cocktails, and one-of-a-kind experiences, making it the perfect Event Hosting and Brunch Spot.

Monday is open for lunch and dinner six days a week.

NOTE:

For large party bookings (8+ people) and private events, email reservations@mondaynola.com.

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Gabrielle

Dined 6 days ago

I highly recommend visiting this place before going to Bourbon Street. It definitely sets the tone for your vacation.

SeaWitch

4.4

4.4 (37)

$31 to $50

American

Garden District

About the restaurant

Experience the Magic
Located on the iconic St. Charles Avenue, Seawitch offers an upscale seafood dining experience like no other. Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood, crafted cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. With indoor and outdoor seating, a raw bar, and prime views of Mardi Gras parades, every visit promises something special. Dive into the flavors of New Orleans and make unforgettable memories with us.
Indulge in our carefully curated menu featuring the freshest local seafood, innovative dishes, and timeless classics. From our raw bar to our signature entrees, every bite is a celebration of New Orleans’ rich culinary heritage. Discover the flavors that make Seawitch a true gem on St. Charles Avenue.

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Denny

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious raw and charbroiled oysters, and a great vibe!!

True Food Kitchen - New Orleans

4.4

4.4 (692)

$30 and under

American

Warehouse District

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in New Orleans for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in New Orleans below The Julia at St. Charles apartments at the corner of Julia Street and Saint Charles Avenue, near F45 Training. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Anthony

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

Great food. I love their standards, i,e, grass fes, wild, organic, local

Audubon Clubhouse by Dickie Brennan & Co.

4.5

4.5 (184)

$30 and under

American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Offering Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner featuring salads, sandwiches & mains made with Louisiana seafood & seasonal local produce. Highlights are the 1898 Club Sandwich, the Crabcake Benedict, a Chicken & Waffle Salad topped with a fried chicken thigh, and a house classic - the Palace Cafe Turtle Soup. The bar offers curated craft cocktails with local spirits, and a stellar wine list. We are located in the beautiful Audubon Park so you can dine on our veranda under the Oaks. Operated by Dickie Brennan & Co. Family of Restaurants.

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Joan

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful setting and great service. We had a lovely time

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