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Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Lower Garden District

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A photo of Lula Restaurant Distillery restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1926)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Lower Garden District
Booked 19 times today
Lula Restaurant Distillery is perfect for special occasions. It's a unique blend of contemporary Southern cuisine, cocktails and micro-distillery, set in the heart of New Orleans. As one reviewer highlighted, it's an 'incredible experience' for anniversaries, graduations, birthdays and business dinners. With excellent service, delicious food, and unique on-site distilled spirits, it's a place for unforgettable celebrations.
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4.5
Awesome(6517)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Warehouse District
Booked 58 times today
Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.
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4.9
Exceptional(20077)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 159 times today
Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.
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4.5
Awesome(7499)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 65 times today
Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.
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4.6
Exceptional(5217)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 62 times today
Named the highest rated steakhouse in New Orleans, this old-school steak restaurant is a powerhouse. The focus at Chophouse New Orleans is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meat, from barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts. The easygoing atmosphere complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.
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4.9
Exceptional(4236)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • French Quarter
Booked 38 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"
A photo of Mr. B's Bistro restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6374)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 95 times today
Mr. B's Bistro is a gem in New Orleans' French Quarter, owned by a member of the renowned Brennan Family. Reviewers love it for its exceptional service, excellent Creole cuisine, and luxurious ambiance. The restaurant is frequently mentioned as the perfect place to celebrate special occasions, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or business dinner. One reviewer even said it's their 'Go To' place for special occasions!
A photo of Restaurant August restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(8169)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District
Booked 43 times today
Restaurant August is a unique and elegant dining experience in a historic 19th-century French-Creole building. With an atmosphere that's described as 'fantastic', 'beautiful', and 'lovely', it's perfect for special occasions. Reviewers often mention celebrating anniversaries or other special events here. The food is praised for being rich and creative, and the service is consistently excellent.
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4.7
Exceptional(880)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Garden District
Booked 19 times today
Our signature, all-day restaurant (named for the patron saint of cooks) is an ode to seasonal Italian cooking with regional New Orleans influences. The timeless design is grand, with lush modern touches and ample outdoor seating on the porch and courtyard.Menu highlights include seafood, grilled meats, and handmade pasta dishes like Dressed Oysters, Bresaola & Artichokes, Spring Pea Agnolotti, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.Please find our full menu here: https://saintvincentnola.com/dining
A photo of Broussard's Restaurant restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4080)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • French Quarter
Booked 34 times today
Since Broussard’s first opened its doors in 1920, our sensational French-Creole cuisine and historic French Quarter architecture have delighted locals and visitors alike. Enjoy brunch in the courtyard, dinner in our elegant dining rooms, or cocktails at the Empire Bar. Our innovative dishes and attentive service will create an experience you’ll remember for the next 100 years. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator's 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

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  • Brandon
    Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Service great from the moment we walked in. Enjoyed every bite. My barracuda was slightly over cooked but nothing disappointing and the sauces that accompanied it with the sides were outstanding. Had a great experience, and a place I would definitely recommend in the French Quarter.
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    GW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter
    4.9
  • Travis
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Had a business dinner and had to change my reservation count at the last minute. No problem! Food was great! Service was great! Heather was our server and had some great recommendations and was very personable adding to our great experience. Will eat here again when I come back to New Orleans!
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    DomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District
    4.5
  • JohnVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Sonia and Que were great! Sonia helped us pick out our menu for our group of seven and everything she suggested was on point! The cauliflower, ribs and meatballs were particular standouts as was the banana cream pie for dessert. Keep hiring great people who embody your brand. It makes a HUGE difference.
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    MerilPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Warehouse District
    4.5
  • Russell
    New Mexico •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great steaks dinner at Chophouse New Orleans tonight. The crab bisque was to die for. Their Chophouse salad was ok. Our 8 oz. filet mignon and 10 oz. NY strip steaks were cooked perfectly to our orders for them to be cooked to Medium. We actually prefer Medium Rare but our waiter told us they tend to cook on the rare side and our experiences having steaks at restaurants the past few years has been that most are tending to cook Medium Rare to what my wife and I consider to be Rare. Their side dish of mushrooms was delectable. The Key Lime pie for dessert was good. It’s whipped cream on top was very thick and very cold. Decent wine list. I had a glass of Groth Cabernet Sauvignon. And a shot of Angel’s Envy on a rock (the ice cube was about 1.5” x 1.5” x 4”, a mini iceberg😁) before we ordered our dinners. At $18. that’s the cheapest shot of Angel’s Envy I’ve ever had anywhere. Our only nits were: 1) We told our waiter at the end the butter for the loaf of bread was hard as a brick. 2) The bread was like a short baguette, not pre-sliced. My wife asked the server for a knife to cut it and they merely pointed to the butter knife on her bread plate. That was totally inadequate to the task of slicing a loaf of fresh soft bread. Plus, being SF Bay Area natives, we are used to the tang of sourdough bread and a lot of restaurants’ plain breads, while they may be soft, freshly baked and warm, just taste blah to us.
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    Chophouse New Orleans – Prime SteaksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Business District
    4.6
  • Kim
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Jan 2025
    Brunch & Bloody Mary’s were excellent. Service by Mason was exceptional. Mason lined up an impromptu tour of the distillery with the distiller. She was very passionate about her craft & was very informative about the processes. The overall experience was wonderful. Thank you!
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    Lula Restaurant DistilleryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Lower Garden District
    4.5

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Lower Garden District

Discover the finest dining options for special occasions in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans. This vibrant area is renowned for its eclectic mix of restaurants that cater to every celebratory need, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or any momentous occasion. Each establishment offers a unique ambiance, ranging from intimate settings with bespoke menus to lively venues that capture the spirit of New Orleans. The culinary offerings are diverse, ensuring that every palate is satisfied with dishes that blend traditional Southern flavors with innovative twists. Most restaurants in this locale also pride themselves on exceptional service, aiming to make every dining experience memorable. The Lower Garden District itself is a picturesque backdrop for any celebration, combining historic charm with modern sophistication. When planning your next special event, consider this neighborhood for an experience that combines culinary excellence with the timeless allure of New Orleans.

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