Best Fine Dining in New Orleans

The omakase experience is consistently lauded for its outstanding quality, innovative flavor combinations, and masterful preparation, with many diners calling it the best sushi they've ever had.

“Every dish is masterfully and thoughtfully put together”

Service, particularly from Elijah, is frequently highlighted as charismatic, attentive, and first-rate, contributing significantly to the overall upscale omakase feel.

“Elijah, the waiter is amazing and very attentive”

The intimate, calm, and theatrical atmosphere, often enhanced by lofi hip hop, creates a unique and upscale omakase experience.

“The intimate calm vibe. The lofi hip hop”

While an investment, the omakase experience is considered a great deal for the quality and quantity of food provided.

“The price to amount of food given was also a great deal”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, creative execution, and delicious flavors, with many dishes, particularly soups and desserts, highlighted as standouts.

“Food was phenomenal”

Service is described as impeccable, attentive, and first-rate, with staff frequently going above and beyond to make guests feel special and well-cared for.

“Service by Nash and team was impeccable.”

The atmosphere is consistently described as elegant, historic, sophisticated, and festive, contributing to a memorable and special dining experience.

“Timeless atmosphere”

While considered pricey by some, the overall experience, quality of food, and top-notch service are frequently cited as making it well worth the cost, especially for special occasions.

“Price is unbeatable for the quality”

The food is well-regarded for its fresh ingredients, beautiful presentation, and authentic, delicious Peruvian flavors, with many dishes highlighted as first-rate.

“Fresh, buttery, and beautifully prepared”

Service is frequently described as top-notch, attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, with numerous staff members well-regarded for enhancing the dining experience.

“Raphael was really amazing”

The atmosphere is consistently described as beautiful, vibrant, cozy, and having a cool, sexy vibe, contributing positively to the overall dining experience.

“Cool, sexy vibe”

While not explicitly detailed, the consistent recognition for food quality, presentation, and overall experience suggests good value for the price.

The food is well-regarded for its excellent quality, fresh ingredients, and perfect seasoning, with specific dishes like the gumbo, deviled eggs, and charbroiled oysters receiving high marks.

“Bisque and Gumbo was fresh”

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with staff described as friendly, attentive, and welcoming, contributing to a positive overall experience.

“The staff was absolutely amazing”

The atmosphere is consistently described as beautiful, gorgeous, and luxurious without being pretentious, creating a delightful ambiance.

“The atmosphere was fantastic”

While not explicitly detailed, the consistent recognition for food and service suggests good value for the dining experience.

The food is consistently described as excellent, creative, and impeccably prepared, with a focus on local ingredients and thoughtful tasting menus.

“Everything was absolutely incredible”

Service is frequently highlighted as personalized, attentive, friendly, and accommodating, contributing significantly to the overall experience.

“The staff was attentive and prompt”

The atmosphere is well-regarded as beautiful, intimate, inviting, and well-appointed, often set in a historic home.

“Atmosphere is fantastic”

While generally well-received, suggested portions could be smaller with stronger flavors, and another found the wine pairing weak and the price not justified.

“The price”

The food is well-regarded for its excellent quality, unique flavors, and fresh ingredients, with many dishes described as expertly prepared and memorable.

“Each course was prepared to perfection.”

Service is frequently highlighted as friendly, attentive, and professional, contributing significantly to a positive dining experience.

“Service is friendly and attentive.”

The atmosphere is described as lovely, cozy, and social, though it can become loud when busy.

“The vibe is over the top as well.”

While most diners find the food and experience outstanding, one diner noted that a nearly $40 steak lacked satisfying sides, questioning the overall completeness of the meal for the price.

“For almost $40, you'd think they could spring for a complete meal.”

The cuisine is well-regarded for its authentic Creole and Acadian flavors, with many dishes described as outstanding and perfectly cooked, utilizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

“The food was magnificent”

Service is frequently highlighted as superb, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, with staff often going above and beyond to ensure a positive dining experience.

“Service was superb”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as charming, cozy, intimate, and inviting, often described as being in a quaint old house or cottage.

“Love the atmosphere here so much”

While the food quality is highly regarded, some diners find the pricing to be on the higher side, with one diner questioning if the cost justified the experience.

“Expensive, food is good but not worth it”

The food is consistently described as excellent, with many diners calling it the best they've ever had. Dishes are known for their creativity, flavor, and beautiful presentation, often described as edible works of art.

“The food was superb”

Service is frequently highlighted as impeccable, attentive, and professional, with staff going above and beyond to make guests feel special. Multiple servers often attend to each table.

“Service was immaculate”

The atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated, with a modern, elevated feel, particularly after recent renovations. The open kitchen serves as a captivating focal point.

“Modern vibe”

While the price point is high, most diners feel the experience justifies the cost, though a few found it to be a bit overpriced for the portion sizes.

“Tad expensive it was worth every penny”

The tasting menu is well-regarded for its excellent, innovative, and memorable dishes, with many diners highlighting specific courses as highlights of their culinary journey.

“Each dish was impeccable”

Service is frequently described as impeccable, attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, contributing significantly to the overall positive dining experience.

“The service outstanding”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, relaxed, intimate, and unpretentious, creating a comfortable yet sophisticated dining environment.

“Cozy Bywater setting”

While the tasting menu is considered expensive, most diners feel the quality, creativity, and overall experience justify the cost.

“Worth every penny”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, delicious flavors, and thoughtful preparation, often described as a standout culinary experience.

“Outstanding meal at Saint Clair”

Service is frequently highlighted as attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and warm, contributing significantly to the overall positive dining experience.

“The service is attentive, friendly, and knowledge.”

The atmosphere is consistently described as beautiful, charming, cozy, magical, and romantic, often evoking a sense of being in another time or place.

“Beautiful, delicious & unique!”

While the food and experience are highly regarded, one diner noted it felt a 'tiny bit expensive for the global experience,' suggesting value may be perceived as moderate.

“Felt a tiny bit expensive”