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Café Sbisa, New Orleans, LA

Café Sbisa

4.7
4.7
1482 Reviews
$30 and under
Cajun

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Café Sbisa, established in 1899 and the third oldest fine-dining establishment in the French Quarter, is proud to re-open under the direction of a new team to once again offer the highest quality French-Creole cuisine in a welcoming, historical setting that both locals and tourists will appreciate. Spearheading the new Café Sbisa are Mr. Craig Napoli, who successfully ran the notable restaurant from 1992 - 2005 when Hurricane Katrina devastated the city, and Chef Alfred Singleton, who met Craig when he started working for him at the former Café Sbisa as a prep cook.

Now, the unique venue will once again open its doors to serve classic local fare like Turtle Soup, Louisiana Blue Crab Cakes and BBQ Shrimp using the freshest, locally-sourced seafood and produce. While many restaurants tout “fresh and local”, Sbisa means it, as the Napoli family owns their own seafood dock and distribution business in Hopedale, Louisiana.


Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Regional American (Southern), Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr

What 1,482 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café Sbisa offers a "charming" atmosphere with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "live jazz band" that enhances the dining experience. Known for its "divine drinks," the blackened redfish and seafood omelet are standout dishes. A New Orleans hidden gem, perfect for "romantic evenings" or lively brunches.

1,482 Reviews
  1. Lowell

    New Orleans

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was outstanding. Marcus was great waiter, good suggestions. Other staff were friendly and the music was a great addition. Only downer they could not make a Sazarac. Overall great experience so will be a new favorite.

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  2. foodieinneworleans

    VIP

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun day and very crowded and lively the Friday before Mardi Gras. Our waiter was the best!!

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  3. Mary

    VIP

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday brunch with endless mimosas is such a great experience. Jazz is nice and smooth. It is so mice to sit and enjoy. We never feel rushed and the wait staff is friendly and fun.

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  4. Kelli

    VIP

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot express how much i love cafe sbisa. They’re consistent, delicious and the ambience is charming. You can’t go wrong here. Just be sure to uber and not drive.

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  5. DARIA

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Much to like about Sbisa. But uneven. We were five originally, and the only table they had for five was right next to the band--practically in their laps. Fortunately, one of our group bailed, so they seated us upstairs, which was far quieter. The drinks were divine. As were some of the main dishes: the blackened redfish was to die for. But the bouillabase was overcooked, esp. the shrimp, which should have been cooked separately and then added. The service was...eccentric. Our waiter shared some very strange Hannibal Lecter references, and kept pushing additional gumbo (three times, no less) for the group. If I went back, I would go with only two people, order the gumbo, the redfish and a Sazerac. And ask to be seated upstairs. With some waiter other than the Hannibal Lecter anecdote dude.

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  6. Mireya

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time in New Orleans. This was a recommendation from a local. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST FOOD! Service was excellent, super nice and live music was fantastic. Can’t recommend it enough

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  7. Paul

    VIP

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Marcus our waiter was excecionalfood was very good prices were reasonable and not overpriced

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  8. Kyana

    VIP

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    April and Marcus were awesome! They were friendly, engaging and attentive. The food was really good. The seafood omelet was my favorite. Least favorite was the bananas foster French toast. It was a slightly burned. The live music was a vibe! Overall it was a good time.

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  9. Lilly

    VIP

    Sacramento

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent service, very adorable & romantic atmosphere for valentine’s day!! food was on point as well, especially the catfish

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  10. Louisa

    Dallas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and good value. Service is a bit lacking.

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Café Sbisa is rated 4.7 stars by 1482 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Café Sbisa

1011 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Regional American (Southern), Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfred Singleton Jr
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