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Brennan's, New Orleans, LA
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Brennan's

$31 to $50
Creole

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 171 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
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! Chef Ryan Hacker's 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. $8 parking available at the Omni Royal Orleans Parking Garage, Thursday - Monday (6 hours; based on availability).

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ryan Hacker

From the OpenTable editors: The place to be seen sipping bubbles at Benedict brunch, Brennan’s is one of the most stunning restaurants in New Orleans—long before the era of Instagram. Think black-and-white tile floors, a pastel pink exterior, and minty fresh leather booths, with character dating back to 1946. Bananas foster was invented here, and suited servers still fire it up tableside. The accolades keep rolling in: It's a James Beard semifinalist, Condé Nast Traveler world favorite, and Wine Spectator darling.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
  • Neighbourhood
    French Quarter
  • Cross Street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 11,887 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans

    Creole

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brennan's in New Orleans is a celebrated destination offering an "amazing" culinary experience with its iconic Bananas Foster and "beautifully plated" dishes. The ambience is "elegant and inviting," ideal for special occasions. While some mention service inconsistencies, the majority praise the "excellent" service and memorable dining. Highly recommended for brunch and celebrations.

11,889 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great experience, everything was perfect! So delicious!

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  2. Cindy

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was so in tune to our needs. Food, desserts and drinks were delicious. Our waitress and her helpers were so nice!

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  3. Kathy

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience! Beautiful space with food that was a blend of classics with a contemporary twist. A wonderful evening!

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  4. Valerie

    VIP

    Indiana

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always so good. Amazing service and food to match. Nicely paced (plan a couple hours for the full experience) and good recommendations from the service staff. Eggs Sardou, crab/avacado toast, Eggs St Charles of course bananas foster made for a perfect start to the day.

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  5. Stephanie

    Western KY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food and service. We celebrated our anniversary and the staff congratulated us often. The food was phenomenal and the building/decor was breath taking. Brennans is a must-stop location in NOLA.

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  6. Ken

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Classic menu in an historic building but not the special event it once was. Service was friendly but disorganized with drinks and food arriving haphazardly. I ordered wine when I placed my food order but I had to ask for it 3 times before it was served as I finished dinner. Cocktail glasses from the beginning were left on a cluttered table the entire night. 1 piece of bread with a single pat of butter was served for 4 people. The food was good and the prices were reasonable but not much better than dozens of other restaurants in town. A disappointment though not a disaster!

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  7. Hamilton

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brennan's is iconic. This was my first time going for dinner instead of brunch and we had a great time, the food was delicious, and the value is good compared to lesser dining experiences in other areas. The vibe is bright and playful, they don't take themselves too seriously. Still, I think next time I will return for brunch because the menu is very unique.

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  8. Dana

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and dinner experience. Food and drinks were delicious; and the servers were very attentive.

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  9. Corey

    VIP

    Nashville

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was expecting to be wowed. The food was okay but not great. The ambiance was really strange. Two adults behind me were playfully fighting with dinner knives. The meal was pricey and I left hungry.

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  10. Thomas

    VIP

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful!!!'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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FAQs

Brennan's is rated 4.8 stars by 11887 OpenTable diners.

Brennan's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 171 times today
Google Map for Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Neighbourhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • 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
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
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