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BABs, New Orleans, LA

BABs

4.8
4.8
816 Reviews
$30 and under
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
To us, BABs is a place for friends, or those who will soon be. BABs is a casual energetic place with yummy food, authentic hospitality, great libations and friendly faces.

We cook ingredient driven food where inspiration comes from our personal experiences or one of the many cultures represented in our area, past and present. Our cooking is inspired by small local farms, using ingredients that are seasonal and raised or caught with care.

New Orleans is our home. It’s a place with an amazing sense of community where we’ve created meaningful relationships, and met extraordinary people along the way. We’re excited to continue feeding visitors and the people like us, who call it home.

-Nina Compton, Larry Miller, and the BABs Team

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Caribbean, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 605-3827
  • Website
    https://babs-nola.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nina Compton
  • Location
    2900 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117
  • Neighbourhood
    Bywater
  • Cross Street
    Chartres St and Montegut St
  • Parking details
    Biggest restaurant parking lot in town
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 816 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Service

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Ambience

  • New Orleans

    Best Service

  • New Orleans

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BABs is a charming restaurant celebrated for its "short, focused menu" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "amazing service," "delicious cocktails," and the "culinary experience" led by Chef Nina. The "relaxing ambiance" in the historic warehouse enhances every visit. BABs is a must-visit for "great food and wonderful service."

816 Reviews

  1. Ellen

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little restaurant with short, focused menu. Nice attentive service.

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  2. Matt

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came on Thursday, pasta night, and enjoyed the wagyu beef lasagna and gnocchi with Sunday sauce. The portions were great, and the cocktails were delicious. The chopped salad before dinner was also really flavorful. Our server was attentive and friendly and gave great recommendations. We enjoyed the ambiance, and the price was reasonable. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice dinner with loved ones.

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  3. John

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Nina and her staff never disappoint. BAB's has become one of our "go to" restaurants for special occasions. The menu varies and the food is always delicious and healthy. The staff is professional, informative and friendly but not overly attentive or stuffy. The ambiance in the historic warehouse is relaxing and not too loud. We once again enjoyed an excellent dinner experience at BAB'S. Thank you Chef Nina and Larry

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  4. Patty

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to BABs for our in-laws 25 th anniversary. It was a special night made better by the ambiance and service. The food was cooked to perfection and plated with care. Thank you

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  5. Anthony

    VIP

    Denver

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each item done with much attention and care. Nicely done

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  6. Emily

    VIP

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and really well made cocktails. Good food. We’ll definitely be back because of the staff, location, and atmosphere.

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  7. Bennett

    VIP

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. The food was delicious and the service was great. The vibe is very relaxed. Good drinks too!

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  8. Joshua

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at the Bywater American Bistro has never disappointed me. I have been eating here for years and it is truly a culinary experience each time. Great food, great atmosphere, great service.

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  9. Emily

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding dinner along with impressive service. We sat at the bar and got a first hand look into the kitchen and how hard the staff works. Highly recommend

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  10. Joby

    VIP

    New Orleans

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, ambiance and most importantly, the food, is always exemplary. Absolutely amazing.

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FAQs

BABs offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 605-3827.

BABs is rated 4.8 stars by 816 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 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BABs

2900 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chartres St and Montegut St
  • Neighbourhood
    Bywater
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Caribbean, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Biggest restaurant parking lot in town
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nina Compton
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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