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Atchafalaya Restaurant, New Orleans, LA

Atchafalaya Restaurant

4.9
4.9
6495 Reviews
$31 to $50
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 77 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Mon, Thu–Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 891-9626
  • Website
    http://atchafalayarestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christopher Lynch
  • Private party facilities
    We have a large table in a private room that seat up to 10 guests and is available for reservations during brunch or dinner. Our upstairs dinning area seats up to 28 guests and can be rented for private dinner or private weekday brunches. Our buyout capacity is 75.
  • Private party contact
    Rachael Jaffe Tocco: (504) 891-9626
  • Location
    901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115
  • Neighbourhood
    Garden District
  • Cross Street
    Laurel Street
  • Parking details
    Residential Street parking with no time restrictions.
  • Public transit
    Magazine Street and Louisiana Ave, Louisiana Ave and Tchoupitoulas Bus Stops.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music during Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

  • Soup du JourUS$12.00

    chef's daily creation

    • Fried Green TomatoesUS$18.00

      butter-poached Florida rock shrimp, mixed greens, crispy shallots, remoulade, smoked trout roe, Crystal Hot Sauce pulp

      • Crispy Fried Gulf OystersUS$16.00

        sweet corn pudding, robiola cheese fonduta, pepper relish, micro greens

        • Gumbo du JourUS$12.00

          chef's seasonal creation, trinity, dark roux, Louisiana popcorn rice

          • Kale & Goat Cheese SaladUS$15.00

            panko-crusted goat cheese, shaved granny smith apple, red onion, sultanas, pepper jelly vinaigrette

            • Free-Form Blue Crab RavioloUS$20.00

              shiitake mushroom, spinach, mascarpone, citrus beurre blanc

              Entrées

              • Lowcountry Shrimp & GritsUS$32.00

                andouille sausage, smoked cherry tomatoes, trinity, Creole-spiced shrimp broth

                • Pan-Seared Gulf FishUS$38.00

                  honey nut squash, bokchoy, cipollini onion, shrimp sauce americaine, Vietnamese crab-cucumber salad

                  • Harissa Spiced CauliflowerUS$28.00

                    whipped harissa tofu, ginger-garlic gremolata, smoked sorghum, lemon quinoa, English peas, herbs

                    • Crispy Confit Duck LegUS$30.00

                      crispy ngerlings, sweet corn succotash, local peas, apple cider glaze, duck skin cracklin

                      • Chili-Rubbed 14oz Red Wattle Pork ChopUS$36.00

                        hominy, pozole broth, radish, pickled red onion, jalapeño, salsa verde, pepitas, cotija

                        • 8oz Stone Creek Wagyu Bavette SteakUS$48.00

                          herb roasted potatoes, Maggie's Mushrooms', blistered shishitos, "kimi"-churri, miso-carrot puree

                          Sides

                          $9

                          • Blistered Shishito Peppers

                            • Sautéed Maggie Mushrooms

                              • Bacon-Braised Greens

                                • Roasted Potatoes

                                  • Cream Cheese Grits

                                    • Fried Brussel Sprouts

                                      miso-honey, sunower seed, mint

                                      Last updated: November 24, 2024

                                      What 6,495 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
                                      • 4.8Service
                                      • 4.8Ambience
                                      • 4.7Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

                                      Loved For

                                      • New Orleans / Louisiana

                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern

                                      • New Orleans

                                        Best Food

                                      • New Orleans

                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      Atchafalaya Restaurant in New Orleans offers an "absolutely divine dining experience" with "excellent food and vibes," making it a must-visit. Known for its Southern and classic upscale cuisine, standout dishes include shrimp and grits, crab cakes, and duck hash. The "service was impeccable," complemented by a cozy, authentically NOLA atmosphere. Perfect for brunch with live music, it's a hidden gem away from the tourist hustle.

                                      6,496 Reviews

                                      1. Thomas

                                        New York City

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        The best brunch I've ever had. The banana fosters waffle sent a chill down my spine and the breakfast risotto changed my life.

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                                      2. Wayne

                                        Mississippi

                                        4 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        4 reviews

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        The 4 of us had a fantastic dinner Harold did a great job as our waiter

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                                      3. Randy

                                        Baton Rouge

                                        4 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        4 reviews

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Our waitress was the single best waitress at any dining establishment globally in the last 5 years. Food, ambiance, service was terrific. All 4 of us look forward to our next visit to Atchafalaya!

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                                      4. Ashley

                                        VIP

                                        Washington DC

                                        21 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        21 reviews

                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        I celebrated my birthday here and it was a 10/10! From the host to the server it was a great experience. The ambiance is beautiful and intimate and the servers are efficient and attentive. The Free Form Blue Crab Raviolo is a must try!

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                                      5. Nicole

                                        New Orleans

                                        5 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        5 reviews

                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Always a great experience but the meal, for all of us, this particular day, was outstanding!! Hats off to the chefs!

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                                      6. Ryan

                                        New Orleans

                                        6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        6 reviews

                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        It had been a minute since we had dined there, but as expected it didn’t dissapoint. The service and meal were excellent. Putting it back in the rotation.

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                                      7. kathleen

                                        VIP

                                        Las Vegas

                                        18 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        18 reviews

                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        This neighborhood jewel is one of the best restaurants in New Orleans and loved by the locals. The food and service are amazing and the cocktail options never are some of the best in the city. Highly recommend to anyone!

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                                      8. Katy

                                        VIP

                                        New Orleans

                                        7 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        7 reviews

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We loved this brunch! Great food and outstanding service!

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                                      9. Dena

                                        VIP

                                        Chicago

                                        27 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        27 reviews

                                        Dined on January 3, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Absolutely fabulous and our server Lauri was phenomenal

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                                      10. Ashley

                                        New Orleans

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined on January 1, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We live out of town and every time we come to New Orleans we make sure to have brunch here! The owner is very accommodating and the food AND drinks are delicious and amazing! Recommend to everyone we know!

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                                      Atchafalaya Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 6495 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 77 times today

                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                      Google Map for Atchafalaya Restaurant

                                      901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115

                                      Additional information

                                      • Cross Street
                                        Laurel Street
                                      • Neighbourhood
                                        Garden District
                                      • Hours of Operation
                                        Brunch Mon, Thu–Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                      • Price
                                        $31 to $50
                                      • Cuisines
                                        Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary American
                                      • Dining style
                                        Casual Elegant
                                      • Dress code
                                        Smart Casual
                                      • Parking details
                                        Residential Street parking with no time restrictions.
                                      • Public transit
                                        Magazine Street and Louisiana Ave, Louisiana Ave and Tchoupitoulas Bus Stops.
                                      • Payment Options
                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                      • Executive Chef
                                        Christopher Lynch
                                      • Entertainment
                                        Live Music during Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
                                      • Additional
                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                      • Website
                                        http://atchafalayarestaurant.com/
                                      • Phone number
                                        (504) 891-9626
                                      • Private party facilities
                                        We have a large table in a private room that seat up to 10 guests and is available for reservations during brunch or dinner. Our upstairs dinning area seats up to 28 guests and can be rented for private dinner or private weekday brunches. Our buyout capacity is 75.
                                      • Private party contact
                                        Rachael Jaffe Tocco: (504) 891-9626

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