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Red Fish Grill

4.5
4.5
8632 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
115 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 68 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill.

Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding.

Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.

Diner's Choice Award - Opentable
"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today
"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure
"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00–17:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Vazquez
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Ralph Brennan's expansive, polished-casual restaurant is the perfect venue for show-stopping private events! We can accommodate reception-style events for up to 500 and full-service seated dining for up to 250. Additionally, our 3 private dining rooms are available for smaller, more intimate events.
  • Private party contact
    Renae Allen: (504) 539-5508
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canal and St. Charles streetcars one block from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your weekend at Red Fish Grill with our vibrant Bottomless Brunch Cocktails for just $22. Sip on refreshing Blood Orange Bellinis, Sunrise Mimosas, and other irresistible concoctions, available with the purchase of an entrée until 2 PM. Dive into Chef Chris Vazquez's expertly crafted brunch menu, where Gulf seafood takes center stage in delectable dishes like the Pan-Fried Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Honey-Crystal Shrimp, and the indulgent Blue Crab Croque Madame. Treat yourself to a brunch experience that captures the essence of New Orleans.
    Weekend Brunch photo
  • Easter Brunch Buffet

    USD 0.00 - USD 75.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Celebrate Easter Sunday at Red Fish Grill with a festive and flavorful Brunch Buffet from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on April 20th. Whether you're looking to enjoy classic brunch favorites or try something new, our buffet has something for everyone. Adults can indulge for just $75, kids 12 and under are $29, and kids 2 and under eat free! Reserve your spot now on OpenTable and let us make your Easter celebration unforgettable!
    Easter Brunch Buffet photo

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What 8,632 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Seafood

  • New Orleans

    Seafood

Review summary

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Red Fish Grill offers an inviting blend of "fantastic service" and "amazing food" in a lively ambiance. Highly praised for its "BBQ oysters" and "double chocolate bread pudding," the restaurant also caters splendidly to dietary needs, including gluten-free options. Servers like Frank and Ike are often commended for their attentive, friendly care.
8,632 Reviews
  1. Colette

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great meal was had! Alligator appie was delish. Fried catfish and shrimp creole were amazing. It is a bit loud but it’s an open space. Service was great. Would defo come back.

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  2. Sonia VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! The food was great and they were accommodating for our large group

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  3. Mark

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were great. Manager agreed to charge my phone for me as it was running low

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  4. Michael

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visiting NOLA for the first time with some friends. The raw oysters, gouda grits, po' boy, blackened fish and swordfish and bread pudding were awesome. Service was awesome. A total find for us! So happy we dined at Red Fish!

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  5. Brian

    New Orleans1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It's like if Applebee's were ordered to have a Bourbon Street outpost with a NoLa-supplied chef. This place is loud. Open format, concrete floors, brick walls. Funk music plays over the speakers. It's a good vibe that fits the location, but you'll need your outdoor voice to have a conversation. We had the signature wood-grilled fish and blacked fish. The wood-fired fish was flavorful and smoky. The blackened fish was salty and spicy, which is authentic, but is not going to be the same as reataurant-chain blackened food. The waitstaff were attentive and upbeat with us, but if you don't engage them, they will move on to their other tables. I think they were stretched thin. This is a good place for a raucous crowd.

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  6. Lisa

    Western NC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So enjoyable. Great food and service. Highly recommend

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  7. David

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good. Consistent. Friendly, fast service. If I’m in city serveral nights, this is always a dinner stop.

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  8. William VIP

    Philadelphia50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great from the time we walked through the door and seated, until we left. Our server Lindberg was very helpful and suggested us first timers to the Red Fish Grill some of the dishes the restaurant is know for. His choices did not disappoint. We both had the wood grilled red fish and it was cooked perfect. Moist but not under cooked and very very tasty. My pre-dinner cocktail called the Bourbon St. Car, was delicious but a bit pricy at $17. It is verysimilar to an old fashion. Nice decor as well and clean.

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  9. Melanie

    Little Rock6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frank was an excellent server! We had people in our party with food allergies and Frank took care to make sure all needs were met. Thank you Frank!

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  10. Danay

    Atlanta1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was excellent. Food was ok. I think it gives a good idea of the NO cuisine, if maybe a little geared toward a tourist’s palate. But overall not a bad dinner.

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Red Fish Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 8632 OpenTable diners.

Red Fish Grill does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  3. New Orleans / Louisiana
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Booked 68 times today
Experiences are available.
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115 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00–17:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canal and St. Charles streetcars one block from the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Vazquez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Ralph Brennan's expansive, polished-casual restaurant is the perfect venue for show-stopping private events! We can accommodate reception-style events for up to 500 and full-service seated dining for up to 250. Additionally, our 3 private dining rooms are available for smaller, more intimate events.
  • Private party contact
    Renae Allen: (504) 539-5508
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