$$$$Price: Moderate • Dining bar • Mid-City / City Park
Revel Cafe and Bar in Mid-City, New Orleans, stands out as a beacon of Creole / Cajun / Southern cuisine excellence, masterfully blending gastronomic delights with exceptional craft cocktails. Under the stewardship of famed bartender Chris McMillian and Chef Mark Falgoust, this gastro lounge is celebrated for its unique local flavors and innovative culinary creations. Patrons rave about the "incredible flavor" of the prime brisket and choice chuck burgers, and the homemade aioli that accompanies the Belgian-style frites fried in Wagyu beef tallow. The ambiance is enriched by the stories woven by Chris, enhancing the dining experience into something truly memorable. Reviews consistently highlight the quality, with one patron noting, "the cocktails were to die for," and another celebrating the "perfectly prepared" steak frites. Revel Cafe and Bar is not just a meal; it's a journey through the heart of New Orleans' culinary heritage.
