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Couvant, New Orleans, LA

Couvant

4.4
4.4
341 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Take a seat at our signature French-inspired bistro, Couvant, housed in the former Peychaud Cocktail Bitters factory. Here, French techniques (think pain perdu for breakfast and cochon de lait for dinner) play on the roots of New Orleans cuisine using fresh, local ingredients.

New Orleans is renowned for its French cuisine, and you won’t have to leave the confines of The Eliza Jane to enjoy delicious fare within a French bistro.

Couvant specializes in classic French cooking serving entrees that pay homage to French history and regional specialties. Never pretentious, the dishes and service at Couvant are purposefully simple and social. Nestle into an intimate dining room banquette. Or dine at a bistro table in our historic courtyard for chef-driven entrées and a bottle of wine — or maybe two.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 732-2400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Pearson
  • Private party facilities
    Our picture perfect event spaces make the ideal event locale for intimate dinners and receptions in New Orleans. From flatware to florals, our events team will work to make sure your big day is everything you want and more.
  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour Tuesday - Sunday 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Tue - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    HOUSE COCKTAILS $ 7:00 SELECT LOCAL BREWS $ 5:00 HOUSE GLASS OF WINE $ 7:00 OYSTERS $ 2:50 BEEF FAT FRIES $ 7:00 GOUGERE $ 7:00 PANISSE $8:00 DUCK&BRIE SPRING ROLLS $12:00

What 341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Couvant offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and friendly service." Located within The Eliza Jane Hotel, this upscale French bistro features a blend of French and Cajun influences. Guests praise its "perfect ambiance" and accommodating staff, making it ideal for both casual meals and special occasions.

341 Reviews
  1. Nick

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant was ice cold and draughty. The food felt like food you would receive at a large event and was not of high quality. Service was good from our waiter but overal experience was wat too expensive for the quality and atmosphere.

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  2. Lainnie

    Los Angeles

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Thanksgiving meal with amazing service in a beautiful space! Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  3. Madison

    New Orleans

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for our monthly girls dinner. When I got there about 20 minutes before the rest of my party. I stood at the host stand alone for at least 5-10 minutes before anyone approached. Someone asked if I wanted to dine alone and I said I had a reservation for 4 and he just picked up menus and started walking without responding to me or telling me to follow. Then I got seated at the table and he walked away without addressing me. The server came up and poured water in my glass and left without asking if I wanted a cocktail or glass of wine. I sat at the table for 15 minutes before being asked if I’d like a drink while I waited. Finally my party arrived and we began ordering food and drinks. The food portions were small and overpriced. Two of us ordered the tagliatelle and not only were we still hungry after but it tasted like feet. Disappointed in our experience and will not be returning.

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  4. douglas

    Minneapolis

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A delightful and delicious discovery for dinner while on a visit to New Orleans. Had a great meal at

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  5. Ginny

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food and cocktails were exceptional. Fairly close to other tables, but this was okay for our evening. If it were a private or romantic dinner, then maybe not. Our server was very attentive.

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  6. Marilyn

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Please turn up the speakers during a Drag Brunch, this didn’t make the performances enjoyable. I give it up to the staff and dancers for trying it make it a positive experience.

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  7. Tyler

    Memphis

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was absolutely fantastic. She was very attentive and apologetic in regard to the slow service from the bar and kitchen. Our first course came around the 40 minute mark and our drinks around 20 although we were one of 4 tables in the restaurant. Puff pastry and crab claws were delicious but the signature cocktails were less than desirable. Packed full of ice with maybe 4 sips. We finished our cocktails prior to finishing the first course and sat empty for around 30 minutes while we waited for the main course. The duck was to die for. The fish was at most a 3oz portion and the chicken was fine. Our second round of drinks came well after us finishing our main course. Our wonderful server apologized of course but we felt bad because it was not at all her fault. My drink came out incorrectly and the manager on duty brought out the corrected drink. Pretty poor experience overall. Likely will not return.

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  8. Billie

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time dining in & I decided to take my Husband here for his birthday. The first time was a much better experience. The food & drinks were okay lastnight but nothing over the top. Dishes definitely lacked flavor this time around. Our server was very nice and sitting in the courtyard was a great vibe. Seating in booths outside need upgrades. The cushions were flat making it very uncomfortable.

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  9. kathleen

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We went for breakfast.Food was good. Service was poor. Never came for coffee refills. Never gave us our English muffins but charged us.

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  10. Elsa

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    awesome nice place liked the food inside the eliza jane

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FAQs

Couvant is rated 4.4 stars by 341 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Couvant

315 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Pearson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 732-2400
  • Private party facilities
    Our picture perfect event spaces make the ideal event locale for intimate dinners and receptions in New Orleans. From flatware to florals, our events team will work to make sure your big day is everything you want and more.
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