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Irene's, New Orleans, LA

Irene's

4.9
4.9
4182 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
*Please note that if your desired reservation time is not available online, or your party is larger than those accepted through this service, please call the restaurant. We are happy and excited to make great effort in accommodating you. *

RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00pm central time on the reservation date.

Our cuisine is country French and Italian with a New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available for walk-in guests we do take reservations. While you wait we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you.
"Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Creole, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 529-8811
  • Website
    https://irenesnola.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nicholas Scalco II
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

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What 4,182 people are saying

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
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Food

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Service

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Ambience

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Value

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Italian

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Food

  • New Orleans

    Best Service

  • New Orleans

    Best Ambience

  • New Orleans

    Best Value

  • New Orleans

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Irene's offers a "top-notch" dining experience in the heart of New Orleans. Known for its "exceptional service" and "fabulous food," this Italian gem in the French Quarter delights with live piano music and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Signature dishes like soft shell crab and lasagna are highly recommended.

4,182 Reviews

  1. Scott A

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place - great food- great service- great atmosphere

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  2. Gary

    New Orleans

    273 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    273 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Old school Italian. Very standard offerings done well. Nothing innovative. Great service. Somewhat intimate with a couple different rooms. Decorated nicely. Good wines by the glass.

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  3. jeanne

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant for a wonderful dinning experience!

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  4. Ethan

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Irene’s has quickly become one of our favorite restaurants and go to spots when we come to New Orleans. Sugar Bear and A.J. are both phenomenal waiters and the food is fantastic. Would recommend to anyone looking for a high quality place for dinner.

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  5. Karen

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the beautiful dining room, very organized for getting cocktails and being seated. Food and drinks were sublime. Sugar Bear, Brandon-just the best-attentive, described the specials so well. Such a pleasure being served by SB.

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  6. Dee Dee

    New Orleans

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fiancé and I had a magical time for dinner at Irene’s 12/5/24. The food was scrumptious, our server Brandon ‘Sugar Bear’ was Fabulous!!!…as were the servers who stopped by to chat, David and Sean. We were treated like royalty and it was one of the most enchanting dining experiences we’ve ever had. My fiancé can’t wait to return on his next visit from NJ. Yes, Yes, Yes to Irene’s!!!!

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  7. Paul

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I was very surprised service is gray ambience was amazing but my food was kind of bland and I was very surprised for me being in New Orleans.. if I have to ask for some pepper for my fish because there’s no flavor.. that’s a problem.

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  8. Chris

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite restaurant in the city. Must eat there every time we come to New Orleans.

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  9. Robert

    Tampa

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent jazz piano/ vocalist to accompany outstanding food & service.

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  10. A

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Dave made it a great experience all the way! This place is a must if you love upscale Italian food!

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FAQs

Irene's is rated 4.9 stars by 4182 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 35 times today
Google Map for Irene's

529 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chartres St.
  • Neighbourhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Creole, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nicholas Scalco II
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Wine
  • Website
    https://irenesnola.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 529-8811
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

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