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Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar, New Orleans, LA

Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar

3.0
3
86 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar transports guests to a slice of New Orleans charm on bustling Canal Street. The restaurant features a captivating interior with a 30-foot faux oak tree, Spanish moss, and charming lanterns, creating a serene bayou ambiance. Our menu showcases the best of local Louisiana cuisine, with fresh seafood and Southern classics taking center stage. From the bustling oyster bar to the extensive selection of regional specialties, Blue Bayou offers a taste of New Orleans tradition.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:00 am–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (504) 291-3788
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 86 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.0
3 based on recent ratings
  • 3.3Food
  • 2.9Service
  • 3.6Ambience
  • 2.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers a captivating atmosphere with live music and vibrant vibes. Guests rave about the "phenomenal oysters" and flavorful shrimp and grits. While service can be inconsistent, dedicated staff like Jersey and Jakara elevate the dining experience. Making a reservation is recommended to fully enjoy this lively spot.

86 Reviews
  1. Nicole

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bartender didn’t know how to make French 75 and kept door open in freezing cold weather.

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  2. Olivia

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lots of New Orleans staples on the menu and some creative cocktails make this a good choice. We dined as a party of 7 for lunch and we were satisfied with the food and service.

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  3. Miranda

    VIP

    Mobile

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Terrible value and horrible service. The food was ok, but the staff treated us like we were a nuisance. Highly overpriced and overrated. Skip this one.

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  4. Melody

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    My husband and I went here for our anniversary dinner and after waiting forever for someone to check on us after being seated, we ordered food. When the food arrived, items were missing. It was not that busy, but I did feel bad for the server because it appeared as though he did not have any help. Nonetheless, the food was subpar and we will not be back.

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  5. QueAzia

    New Orleans

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We waited on food for nearly two hours just to find out that there were no cooks or kitchen staff available. Instead of being informed voluntarily, I had to personally find a manager to get an answer!! POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE!

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  6. Tamara

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Tia….. great waitress. She was on point and didn’t steer us wrong with the food questions. Food was absolutely amazing especially the chargrilled oysters. The shrimp and grits was outstanding as well. Definitely a return spot. Oh- my drink the Blue Bayou was good too

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  7. Paula

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Terrible service, food is far too expensive for the quality it was, we didn’t get our drinks until halfway through dinner, and our waters were never refilled.

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  8. Abigail

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food but service took forever. Not big group friendly

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  9. Tatyana

    New Orleans

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Liza was HORRIBLE!! Yelling and fussing at the servers and cooks In front of everyone. The food made us sick the next morning

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  10. Avent

    Mississippi

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am not sure why Blue Bayou only has 3 stars because it’s first class! Our family of 15 needed dining for Thanksgiving evening, so I booked here last minute and WOW! Service - excellent Food - outstanding Everything was WONDERFUL! Jeremiah was our waiter and I can’t sing his praises enough! He was so patient and attentive with our large group! Can’t recommend Blue Bayou enough. Will certainly go back the next time I am in New Orleans!

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FAQs

Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar is rated 3 stars by 86 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Blue Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar

717 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:00 am–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Creole
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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