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Vessel NOLA, New Orleans, LA

Vessel NOLA

4.2
4.2
2661 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 44 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Vessel Specializes in Fresh Seafood and New American Cuisine! Renowned Chef Wille Cooper, who trained under Emeril Lagasse & Wolfgang Puck sources fresh local ingredients incorporating many of the traditions New Orleans is famous for. Dinner is served 7 days a week and brunch Sat-Sun! Happy Hour weekdays 4-6 pm (except holidays). Reservations are advised and we welcome walk-ins! Dine inside or outdoors on our gorgeous covered patio! ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST featured VESSEL as one of "8 of the Most Gorgeous Restaurants in Former Churches Worldwide". Paranormal activity lurks at VESSEL as featured on The Travel Channel's hit show "THE DEAD FILES" in the episode "Deadly Vessel" showcasing the spirits that haunt Vessel. Eat, Drink, Congregate! at Vessel at New Orleans' most exciting restaurant/bar, housed in a 1914 historic church in Mid-City, 10 minutes from the French Quarter just off the Canal Street Streetcar.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 603-2775
  • Website
    http://vesselnola.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Willie Cooper
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Vessel's grand iconic setting for your next celebration! We host seated events for up to 100 guests and receptions for up to 175. We create custom food and drink menus tailored to meet your specific event. We're also wonderful for non-private events for smaller groups (up to 36). Chose either our main room or our beautiful outdoor covered patio.
  • Location
    3835 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70119
  • Neighbourhood
    Mid-City / City Park
  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street and Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Private lot and ample street parking.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from the French Quarter and CBD and just 1 short block from the Scott St. stop just off the Canal Streetcar line.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,661 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Innovative

  • New Orleans

    Innovative

  • New Orleans

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vessel NOLA enchants with its unique setting in a converted church, complete with stunning architecture and ambiance. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious food," highlighting dishes like the seafood pasta and scallop risotto. The craft cocktails are "amazing," making it a top choice for memorable dining experiences in New Orleans.

2,661 Reviews

  1. Javiera

    Houston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Vessel My experience at Vessel was disappointing. From the start, the wait times were excessively long, both for drinks and food. Unfortunately, when our dishes finally arrived, some were cold, and one of the appetizers had a noticeable frozen taste, which greatly impacted the overall dining experience. While our server was kind and attentive, the rest of the staff seemed disorganized. On two occasions, we were brought food that wasn’t ours, highlighting a clear lack of coordination. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this place.

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  2. S

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vessel NOLA was quite an experience. From the hostess to waitstaff, everyone was very friendly and helpful. The decor was great for a romantic evening or a casual dinner date. The food was impeccable. If you’re ever in NOLA, I’d recommend visiting Vessel NOLA. Great food, nice ambiance and an awesome staff.

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  3. JR

    New Orleans

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awful. We waited 35 min for our first round of drinks. Ordered apps and entrees at the same time when drinks finally got delivered. We knew how the rest of the night was going to go…Main course still took 45 to come out. Server was taking smoke breaks while waiting on us and would disappear for a long time and then come back smelling like cigarettes. To me that is rude and disgusting. Food was good. Atmosphere is amazing though.

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  4. Keandra

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. My gf had the fillet and I had the scallops. Both were top notch! Our server Ben was amazing and very helpful. Overall a very good experience 😃

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  5. Kirsten

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful restored church! Perfect for a low key quiet date night.

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  6. Julie

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was sat at the bar. Rachel was likely one of the best bartender/ servers I've ever had. She was genuine and engaging and very competent. I only ate fries and they were great...please put them back on the menu.

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  7. Kathy

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great!! We loved it!!! We will be sure to go back again!!!

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  8. Christian

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was decent but the service was bad and it smelled kinda weird .

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  9. Kayla

    Memphis

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked this restaurant based on the positive reviews and had a less than positive experience. The steak we ordered medium rare and we received more than well done. No one came to check on temperatures of food until we had finished what ended up being our shared entree of salmon, so the steak could not be refired. The brussel spouts were soggy and the desserts were just fine. We also booked their latest reservation indoor, were sat outside, and after an hour and a half of dining, the lights were turned out on us. The cheeseboard was alright though. Hopefully these issues can be addressed as it is a cute venue.

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  10. Danielle

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was amazing. The hostess as well as Jimmy. Food and drinks were delicious!

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FAQs

Vessel NOLA does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Vessel NOLA also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 603-2775.

Vessel NOLA is rated 4.2 stars by 2661 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 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vessel NOLA

3835 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street and Scott Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Mid-City / City Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot and ample street parking.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from the French Quarter and CBD and just 1 short block from the Scott St. stop just off the Canal Streetcar line.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Willie Cooper
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://vesselnola.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 603-2775
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Vessel's grand iconic setting for your next celebration! We host seated events for up to 100 guests and receptions for up to 175. We create custom food and drink menus tailored to meet your specific event. We're also wonderful for non-private events for smaller groups (up to 36). Chose either our main room or our beautiful outdoor covered patio.
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