Best Authentic Restaurants in Jefferson

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Domenica

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 124 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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2. Atchafalaya Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(6428)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District

Booked 52 times today

Atchafalaya is a true New Orleans neighborhood eatery where the eclectic yet elegant atmosphere is only outshone by the attentive service and delicious local fare. Nestled under the oaks on the edges of the Irish Channel, Magazine Street, and historic Garden districts, this hidden gem is one the best contemporary Creole dining experiences that one can find in the city. Neighbors, locals, and out of towners alike will become regulars after experiencing the brand of hospitality offered by New Orleans’ only five “A” restaurant. If having standards such as a gumbo du jour, blue crab raviolo, or shrimp & grits, a nightly seafood special, or a filet paired with a selection from the world class wine program you will not be disappointed. The introductions of brunch, live music, cocktails, and now an extensive happy hour continue the newest culinary chapter for a storied local haunt, embracing New Orleans’ culinary culture while placing contemporary spin on traditional New Orleans cuisine.

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3. The Italian Barrel

4.7

Exceptional(3443)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • French Quarter

Booked 15 times today

The Italian Barrel is a genuine Italian restaurant in New Orleans. Reviews rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, with phrases like 'Food was authentic and terrific!', 'Classic, Italian, style restaurant' and 'Wonderful Authentic Italian food'. The owner, Samantha Castagnetti, brings the essence of Northern Italy to the dining table with overnight shipments of imported Italian foods. The ambiance is also praised, with a cozy and romantic atmosphere.

4. Mr. B's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(6283)

Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 96 times today

Mr. B's Bistro, a New Orleans gem, is renowned for its authentic Creole cuisine, which is prepared with fresh regional products. Owned by a member of the legendary Brennan family, it's a favorite for both locals and visitors. Reviewers consistently praise the food's authenticity, the excellent service, and the classic New Orleans ambiance. It's a true New Orleans dining experience!

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5. Muriel's Jackson Square

4.7

Exceptional(10246)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 94 times today

The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.

6. Superior Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(4818)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 63 times today

Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar is located in historic Uptown New Orleans, and is known for its authentic Louisiana seafood and Creole-inspired dishes at an affordable price. Situated directly on the St. Charles streetcar line (stop number 24), on the corner of St. Charles and Napoleon Avenues, the restaurant offers a front row seat to all the beautiful sights and sounds New Orleans has to offer. The menu offers something for every taste, with items ranging from Shrimp & Grits to Filet Mignon, and many in between.

7. Palace Café

4.6

Exceptional(5537)

Price: Moderate

• French / American • French Quarter

Booked 41 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.

8. Pascal's Manale

4.3

Awesome(3261)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 20 times today

Founded in 1913, this family-run, Italian-Creole restaurant is located in uptown New Orleans. It is famous for creating barbecued shrimp.This neighborhood restaurant is vintage New Orleans, from the service to the decor. The oyster bar is always manned by a friendly shucker. The oysters are fresh, salty, and delicious.The old time oyster bar and cocktail bar offers raw oysters on the half shell and all types of cocktails. We offer fine seafood, Italian specialties, and delicious steaks.In 2023, Dickie Brennan & Co. welcomed Pascal's Manale into their restaurant family.

9. The Bower

4.6

Exceptional(744)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lower Garden District

Booked 11 times today

The Bower is a full service restaurant and bar proudly highlighting locally sourced American cuisine. Louisiana Farmers and farmers markets are our jam and inspiration. Our menus are ingredient driven determined by seasons, product availability and the additional health benefits they provide.

10. Bourbon House

4.3

Awesome(3597)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 33 times today

“Arguably the best oyster bar of any white tablecloth restaurant in New Orleans” per the Times-Picayune, Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House is all about local seafood. If it’s not in season, you won’t find it on the menu. Enjoy authentic New Orleans dishes and oysters on the half-shell in a lively atmosphere overlooking Bourbon Street.Dickie Brennan and his culinary team have created an incredible menu of classic New Orleans dishes complemented by new favorites. Signature favorites include Gulf fish on the Halfshell and New Orleans style Barbeque Shrimp. Bourbon is a central focus at the bar with 200 bourbons on the list. Bourbon House is the perfect place for a specialty cocktail or a straight pour of that hard to find small-batch whiskey.

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Harrison
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
In every way this was an outstanding experience. The food is creative and has hints of the local flavors. The ambience is fun, casual, quirky, yet an upscale feel also. We enjoyed every aspect of our brunch. Wish we were here long enough for a dinner reservation. Highly recommend. Service also was excellent. You get real professional service here.
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Atchafalaya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Garden District
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4.9
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Tim
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful food, perfect place for a holiday dinner. We were there Thanksgiving night and had a perfect evening. The wait staff was exceptionally good and food could not have been any better.
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The Italian BarrelPrice: Expensive• Italian• French Quarter
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4.7
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William
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food that celebrates the Creole/Southern culture in a comfortable, elegant environment that's located in the heart of the French Quarter. We were there for Thanksgiving and our entrees did not disappoint. I had the pork chop and my husband had the traditional turkey. Both delicious. Service was top notch, including the manager who came and checked that everything was good with us.
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Muriel's Jackson SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
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4.7
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Steve
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My wife and I decided to eat here whule in town over Thanksgiving. The restaurant was full and its not surprising. The food was excellent. They offer their typical menu but also a traditional turkey and dressing entre' that we agreed was some of the best we have had. Thoroughly enjoyed the food and experience!
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Mr. B's BistroPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.7
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Jason
New Orleans / Louisiana •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food , mine and my wife’s anniversary, she had the berry merry , I had an old fashioned , bruschetta for an appetizer that was amazing! We shared a calabrese pizza and we very pleased with the food , service , and over all experience 5 stars a must try .
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DomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District
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4.5

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Domenica

2. Atchafalaya Restaurant

3. The Italian Barrel

4. Mr. B's Bistro

5. Muriel's Jackson Square

6. Superior Seafood

7. Palace Café

8. Pascal's Manale

9. The Bower

10. Bourbon House

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