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Palmettos on the Bayou, Slidell, LA

Palmettos on the Bayou

4.6
4.6
1286 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Open since 2002 Palmettos on the Bayou is a charming and elegant Acadian style restaurant serving classic Creole dishes highlighting fresh Louisiana ingredients.

Set on the tranquil Bayou Bonfouca near Old Town Slidell, our waterfront restaurant/event venue is known for its southern charm. Palmettos famous Brunch features live Jazz Saturday and Sunday. The 5,000sqf covered deck provides a dramatic outdoor setting at night for romantic dinners and a comfortable relaxed atmosphere during the day.

We are honored to have been named Best Brunch, Dining with a View, and Most Romantic by various local publications throughout the years.

We're located at 1901 Bayou Lane, next to Heritage Park.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (985) 643-0050
  • Website
    http://www.palmettosrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Palmetto’s offers private party packages for groups of 30 to 500 with custom menus to fit any budget. Indoor and/or outdoor facilities include waterfront decks, oyster bar and art-filled dining rooms.
  • Location
    1901 Bayou Lane, Slidell, LA 70458
  • Neighbourhood
    Northshore
  • Cross Street
    Fremaux/Front
  • Parking details
    Private lot of 100 spots with public parking lot adjacent to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Slidell Amtrak train station is two blocks from Palmetto’s, serving New Orleans and points up the East Coast. There is no public transportation in Slidell, though there are sidewalks from nearby Heritage Park to Palmetto’s.
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz during Sunday Brunch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,286 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for scenic views

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole / Cajun / Southern

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Palmettos on the Bayou is a delightful destination blending "beautiful outdoor patio dining" with exceptional Southern cuisine. Guests rave about its "amazing dinner in an incredible setting" and consistently commend the friendly and attentive service. The picturesque bayou ambiance and live jazz music create an inviting atmosphere perfect for special occasions or casual brunches.

1,286 Reviews

  1. Dr Claudia

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Christmas Eve Brunch is over-priced. We were expecting a Jazz-type brunch, and the food was marginal. Meat station selections were cold. Bread pudding was good, and the complimentary beignets at the end of the meal is a very nice touch.

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  2. Walter

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had to ask the waitress for napkins, There were no bowls available for the gumbo -we had to ask for them.

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  3. Brenda

    VIP

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful time. Reveillon menu was good. Service very good. Great cocktail

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  4. Sidney

    Baton Rouge

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Appetizers and ambiance were great. The drinks were surprisingly very bad and our entrees were good not great. Out of the dozen times I’ve been here, this was one of the worst.

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  5. Joshua

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved Palmettos. We ate for brunch and loved everything. Cocktails were fabulous, gumbo was perfect, and so were our entrees. My daughter got fried shrimp and fries and ate almost everything on her plate which is so rare. My sister got the chicken and waffles and loved the flavors of everything. I got the steak and eggs and had the same thought. Our server, Natalie was amazing. She took such good care of my daughter who has food allergies. We also loved the chocolate mouse for dessert!

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  6. Rod

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is nice both inside and out. Outside was very nice.  A nice venue with very nice people. 

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  7. Bruce

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is awesome! The owners are great and run a super business! All the staff is great and efficient! Best place to eat on north shore! We had our wedding there and was wonderful! Thank you for making my wife’s bday special!

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  8. Sandra

    Las Vegas

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was tasty a wonderful selection!! Waitress was friendly and helpful..

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  9. Michael

    Baton Rouge

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Palmettos. Haven’t had a bad experience there yet. Definitely a hidden gem. Highly recommend

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  10. Perry

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch buffet. Kattie is a great server! Food was wonderful and the outside seating is great!

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FAQs

Palmettos on the Bayou offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (985) 643-0050.

Palmettos on the Bayou is rated 4.6 stars by 1286 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 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Palmettos on the Bayou

1901 Bayou Lane, Slidell, LA 70458

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fremaux/Front
  • Neighbourhood
    Northshore
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private lot of 100 spots with public parking lot adjacent to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Slidell Amtrak train station is two blocks from Palmetto’s, serving New Orleans and points up the East Coast. There is no public transportation in Slidell, though there are sidewalks from nearby Heritage Park to Palmetto’s.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz during Sunday Brunch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.palmettosrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (985) 643-0050
  • Private party facilities
    Palmetto’s offers private party packages for groups of 30 to 500 with custom menus to fit any budget. Indoor and/or outdoor facilities include waterfront decks, oyster bar and art-filled dining rooms.
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