Best Historic Restaurants in The Marigny

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AmericanSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapaneseSpanish

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New Orleans

Areas

BywaterCarrolltonCentral Business DistrictFrench QuarterGarden DistrictGretna

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

41 restaurants available nearby

1. Antoine's

4.6

Exceptional(11534)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 176 times today

Antoine's is excited to be celebrating 185 years in the French Quarter. We welcome you to enjoy our traditional French creole fare as well as updated classics in our beautiful and historic restaurant setting.Antoine's Dress Code isBusiness Casual: Jackets and collared shirts are strongly suggested for gentlemen. We kindly ask all guests not to wear athletic or beach clothing, baseball caps, or flip-flops. Antoine’s dress code will be enforced at the discretion of the manager.All private dining rooms are open and we are actively booking for future events. For private dining inquiries please learn more at www.antoines.com and fill out private dining inquiry.

2. Brennan's

4.7

Exceptional(12072)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 195 times today

Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com. Welcome to Brennan's! Our menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar.

A photo of Tujague's - New Orleans restaurant

3. Tujague's - New Orleans

4.1

Excellent(3641)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 18 times today

Tujague's is the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans. This French Quarter institution has been serving traditional New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 160 years. Lore states that brunch originated here, as did the Grasshopper cocktail. Homages to the restaurant's long and colorful history abound within the interior of the building from the classic 19th century architecture to memorabilia on the walls.Menu items such as the seared gulf fish and the daily gumbo meld French traditions with New Orleans fare and flare. Our famous five course menu is still served nightly; but have no fear, the menu is no longer pre-fixe, so those less ravenous diners can join in too.If you want a quintessential New Orleans experience filled with history and local fare, Tujague's is your place.

4. Restaurant August

4.9

Exceptional(8209)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Central Business District

Booked 53 times today

August is a Contemporary Creole restaurant creating unique dishes with a focus on Louisiana ingredients and inspired by classical training. Located in a historic 19th century French-Creole building in New Orleans’ Central Business District, the main dining room caters to the most unique dining experience. The interior is rich with original architectural details, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring columns, mahogany paneling and antique mirrors.

A photo of Broussard's Restaurant restaurant

5. Broussard's Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(4123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 38 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.

6. Palace Café

4.4

Awesome(5656)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French American • French Quarter

Booked 69 times today

For larger parties, please call (504) 523-1661.For over two decades Palace Cafe has been serving award-winning, contemporary Creole cuisine in the historic Werlein Music building. Located downtown, at the entrance to the French Quarter, this Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant is popular with visitors & locals alike.

A photo of Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks restaurant

7. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

4.6

Exceptional(5298)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 57 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.

8. Bon Ton Prime Rib

4.7

Exceptional(195)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 45 times today

Bon Ton Prime Rib, New Orleans' third-oldest restaurant, is where the spirit of old New Orleans meets the new. The menu blends classic Cajun flavors with signature cuts of prime rib, classic steaks, and popular regional seafood with timeless cocktails, including the Rum Ramsey—a nod to the restaurant’s heritage. Set in the historic 1840s Natchez building, this iconic institution honors its rich past while looking ahead. Complimentary valet parking is available.

9. 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.

10. The Pelican Club

4.6

Exceptional(4619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 39 times today

The Pelican Club is a contemporary New Orleans restaurant located on historic Exchange Place in the French Quarter. The entrance is via the Bar which overlooks Exchange Place through a wall of arched, wood-mullioned windows and leads into three dining rooms featuring original artworks by contemporary Louisiana artists.Since opening the doors in 1990, chef and owner, Richard Hughes has offered a diverse menu based in south Louisiana tradition with French, Italian, and Asian influences reflecting the rich culinary culture of the city. Enjoy fresh seasonal specialties including Baked Oysters, Clay Pot “Barbequed” Shrimp, Seafood Martini, Crispy Whole Flounder, Trio of Duck, Prime Filet Mignon and Louisiana Cioppino in its own pot. The Pelican Club features an extensive wine list highlighting the the regions of California, Italy and France. Host groups from 20 to 200 for events ranging from cocktail parties and seated dinners to receptions.

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JeanneTGC
Atlanta •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, great service, great drinks. Our waiter, Patrick B., was so fun, he really enhanced the meal.
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Antoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.6
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JeanneVIP
Portland / Oregon •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The personnel we interacted with tonight were an exceptional example of what you should hope for in professional restauranteurs! They listened to our needs and created an outstanding meal and atmosphere to enjoy ourselves on a celebratory evening. The food was delicious and served with care. We will return to dine here whenever we come back to New Orleans and recommend it to friends and family.
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Restaurant AugustPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Central Business District
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4.9
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ArthurVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Dinner and service were fabulous! It was our first time to dine here and it will not be our last! The filet was prepared to perfection as well as my husband’s pork. We loved everything and the atmosphere was perfect!
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Tujague's - New OrleansPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
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4.1
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SarahVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •76 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service at Brennan’s was top tier, no question about it. The food was good and beautifully served. We had a lovely meal, served by a charming wait staff and we enjoyed it immensely.
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Brennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.7
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Sarah
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious food and great service every time we come here
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Broussard's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.3

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