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GW Fins, New Orleans, LA
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GW Fins

$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 111 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.

We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Michael Nelson

From the OpenTable editors: From classic barbecue shrimp to luxe lobster dumplings, GW Fins is the seafood authority in New Orleans, with an award-winning wine list that runs 100 bottles deep. Chef Michael Nelson is particularly proud of the dry-aging program, praised in the Washington Post for giving seafood the steak treatment. Plus, recently refreshed interiors show off a wash of ocean blues and grays, classy velvet booths, and white tablecloths.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Premium Parking, located at 911 Iberville Street on the corner of Iberville and Dauphine Streets will now be offering Self-Parking, which we will validate while you dine at GW Fins. Please take a picture of your license plate in the garage and present it to the hostess when you arrive to receive the validation code.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 20,292 people are saying

GW Fins reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Service

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Seafood

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Food

  • New Orleans

    Best Service

  • New Orleans

    Seafood

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
GW Fins consistently impresses with its "fantastic" seafood dishes and "impeccable" service. The ambiance is perfect for celebrations, offering personalized touches for special occasions. Signature dishes like "Scalibut" and lobster dumplings are highly recommended. Diners rave about the attentive staff and extensive wine list, making it a must-visit in New Orleans.

20,291 Reviews
  1. Dana

    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff at the bar and our servers were awesome. The service was outstanding. If you want fresh seafood this is the place to go. We enjoyed Red Snapper, Redfish and Sheepshead.

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  2. Scott

    Alabama14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was provided a scroll with the menu and happy birthday to me written on menu for today

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  3. Mark

    New Orleans1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is wonderful. When we first arrived we were asked to wait at the bar while they prepared our table. My wife an I both ordered a drink. Mine was fine but my wife’s gin and tonic was rather weak. When we sat down for dinner our waiter couldn’t have been nicer. He gave us a few recommendations and they were great. Unfortunately, my wife ordered the filet, medium and the steak she received was somewhat rare. I suggested she ask them to put it back on the grill but she didn’t feel comfortable doing that. It was probably not the right restaurant to order steak at. The rest of the meal was very good and so was the service.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We own two seafood restaurants in baton rouge and have traveled around the world…. Everything including staff was great.

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  5. Olivia VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So good! Amazing food, out waiter Felix was amazing, wine list was beautiful and the overall experience was just excellent. Definitely get the Scalibut. Incredible place.

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  6. ConnieK VIP

    St. Louis11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from the bartender and waiter. The bartender made me a special drink. Food was delicious

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  7. Fahad

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend and I had an outstanding dining experience at GW Fins, thanks especially to our fantastic server, Ernest, and the wonderful staff. Ernest was attentive, engaging, and genuinely passionate about the menu, making thoughtful recommendations and ensuring everything was perfect. Even the manager stopped by our table, adding a welcoming and personal touch. Everyone was incredibly conversational and warm, making us feel immersed in the authentic culture of New Orleans. Each dish—from the delicious snapper breast and scallibut to the delightful desserts—was expertly prepared, fresh, and flavorful. Thank you, Ernest, and the entire GW Fins team, for such a memorable night, we can’t wait to come back!

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  8. JudyM

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful birthday celebration!! Good service, delicious food.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always one of the best overall meals in a city with great food. Novel preparations of amazing foods and drinks and knowledgeable servers to ensure everything is perfect.

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  10. William VIP

    New Orleans15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual the food was great and the service was excellent Our favorite restaurant in Nola

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FAQs

GW Fins is rated 4.9 stars by 20292 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 111 times today
Google Map for GW Fins

808 Bienville St., New Orleans, LA 70112

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Premium Parking, located at 911 Iberville Street on the corner of Iberville and Dauphine Streets will now be offering Self-Parking, which we will validate while you dine at GW Fins. Please take a picture of your license plate in the garage and present it to the hostess when you arrive to receive the validation code.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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