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Luke, New Orleans, LA

Luke

4.5
4.5
8255 Reviews
$30 and under
French
Luke is a Creole-inspired Brasserie located in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District on world-famous St. Charles Avenue, steps from the French Quarter neighborhood. A lively atmosphere surrounds the raw bar offering the freshest seafood and oysters procured daily from the Gulf of Mexico. Chef Erick Loos is at the helm of the kitchen featuring dishes that highlight local purveyors and farmers’ market ingredients. Behind the bar, a selection of bartender-created specialty cocktails are offered among a carefully-curated list of wines from throughout the world and locally crafted brews.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 120 times today

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  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    French, Creole / Cajun / Southern

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (504) 378-2840

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Erick Loos

  • Catering

    If you already have an event location in mind, let us bring the tastes of Luke to you. Our team will coordinate delivery, set up and preparation, providing full-service coordination of your event meal. We can accommodate a variety of menu options, creating a unique event that features Luke’s fresh ingredients, Old World cuisine, and New Orleans style.

  • Private party facilities

    Luke offers a range of private dining options. There is semi-private dining in view of the kitchen which seats up to 30. For receptions or sit down dinners there are four ballrooms that accommodate 190 guests seated or 250 guests reception-style. We can accommodate a variety of menu options.

  • Private party contact

    Melissa Joyce: (504) 766-1362

  • Neighborhood

    Central Business District

  • Cross street

    Perdido

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    St. Charles Street Car Line<br /><br />Premium Parking Lot (P193) now offers discounted parking there for up to 4 hours when you enter the code LUKEGUEST. <br />

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 8,255 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

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  1. DallasFoodie

    Dallas

    168 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    168 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    GREAT FOOD GREAT VIBES. GREAT HAPPY HOUR!! EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall1food5service1ambience3
    We were there for Luke’s famous burgers. They sat us in the back so that we could see the kitchen. My wife witnessed a cook repeatedly licking his fingers. He finally put on a glove after we spoke with the manager. Our server was subpar at best. She couldn’t remember simple requests, thus prolonging our meal. To say that we were disappointed Is an understatement. The manager was very professional in addressing our concerns.
  3. JenniferW

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience —amazing service, great food and drinks! We were able to get seated early and had the best waitress! Try the recommended cocktails and don’t forget to ask for to go drinks!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very nice night food was excellent a little loud good drink and serves
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    We arrived on time at 6:45 reservation. We were not seated until TWENTY MINUTES LATER even though there were numerous empty tables. We pointed this out to the reception staff numerous times, but we’re still kept standing in the cold entrance area twenty minutes. TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE
  6. MarciaPittsburgh

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Too much food, but it was all so delicious. The onion tart was wonderful, but large for a 2 person appetizer. The pork schnitzel was two large piece of pork and the squid ink pasta was plentiful with shrimp and crawfish. All of it was tremendous, but we couldn’t eat it all. I hated wasting it and wished we could have taken it back to our hotel. We will definitely visit again (with an emptier stomach!) next time we’re in NOLA.
  7. CindyS

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. My husband has been there many times for business, but this was my first time! So glad we picked it. I will definitely be back!
  8. JanetG

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Luke is everything you want in a NO restaurant. Ambience, food and beer!!!!
  9. Rich

    Houston

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    I’ve been here 4-5 times. Worst experience tonight I’m sorry to say. Sent the oysters back, poorly prepped with no liquor in them. I don’t know if I’ll go back. It’s a shame as it’s been a regular stop for me when I’m in NOLA previously.
  10. ScottW

    Nashville

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    We had a bad table near the kitchen in a pass through area. Not great
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    This place was a great stop for breakfast! Service was quick, and food was delicious! The grits and sausage were a favorite, and the biscuits were the best ones I’ve ever had! The portions are big as well, so definitely worth a stop!
  12. JulieduMesnil

    London

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    The experience was terrible. Waiter didn’t care about us, sending meals in a random order , still pieces of shell in the oysters Very disappointed and will definitely never go back
  13. RyanH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice food, a very good hotel service. I will definately go back here again.
  14. JanetM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding! Loved it! Was in New Orleans For two weeks with 4 friends. We liked it so much we went 5 times!
  15. jan33

    Seattle

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Fun happy hour - food was good & bartenders and staff are great!
  16. Free4All

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Out of 5 of us, only 1 enjoyed her meal. The best part of dining at Luke was the convenience of walking across the street to eat after a long drive day. It was extremely noisy, the food for 4 of us mediocre, the service quite removed from us as patrons. We did not get the value out of the over $160 we spent there.
  17. JaneaG

    New Orleans

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Make your reservation on or after 10am and do the brunch menu - specifically for the cinnamon roll. Also, the Bourbon Milk Punch is the BEST!
  18. Betsy

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    A disappointing re-visit to Luke. For an 8:30 reservation, service was rushed, with a very clear motivation to get us out as soon as possible. Our main courses came out too quickly after our appetizers. We sent them back, then they returned over-heated and dried out.
  19. ChelseaP

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great French style atmosphere! The mussels were so good and a great French wine selection for the price.
  20. WadeD

    New Orleans

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Whether it's the amazingly tasty food, wonderful service, delicious appetizers, phenomenal drinks, or festive atmosphere, Luke is a can't miss.
  21. Susie

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stopped by for happy hour and an early dinner on Friday! Smoked trout dip was awesome, as were the fried oysters! Drink specials were fantastic! We also had the Lenten Friday fish fry-we split between us and it was really the perfect amount! We finished dinner with the tartlet! Service was excellent all around!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    My gumbo came out cold. My boyfriend ate the oysters and said they were not very good.
  23. Annemiek

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food, very friendly staff, it was a bit noisy inside but other than that a good experience!!
  24. AlexeB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best vibes in NOLA! Would never miss a chance to dine here.
  25. JenniferM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I ordered the jumbo shrimp and grits - delicious! But the tails were still on the shrimp; it was very messy trying to get off the tails with grits and cheese on them. Take off the tails-that's just lazy kitchen prep.
  26. Maxv0709

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I picked Luke based on number of reviews and being 4.5 stars. It was fantastic. I had the seafood gumbo and the shrimp and grits while other got red beans and rice, cheeseburger and BBQ oysters. Best shrimp and grits Ive had in a long time. The portion size is on the large side. I highly recommend going to Luke.
  27. Courtney

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We went to Luke after searching for restaurants on OpenTable- we are from out of town. What an enjoyable experience to end our time in NOLa! We served by two nice gentlemen (we can't remember their names), and another nice man brought out our food. They were all so friendly and one gave great recommendations for the raw oysters. The food came out so fast, it's almost like they knew what we were going to order. Overall a great experience, I would recommend!
  28. TheTravelOrganizer

    Charlotte

    135 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    135 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I tend to moderate my expectations of hotel restaurants, but Luke far exceeded those reservations! First, a couple tips: (1) if you can be seated before 6pm, drinks are half-price for Happy Hour, (2) request seating away from the bar...it gets really loud in the first dining space because of the acoustics, and (3) if you order the Flammenkuchen to share be warned...it's bigger than you expect and VERY filling. Honestly, I think there's a pound of melted Emmenthaler cheese on it! We ordered the "Moules et Frites" (mussels and fries) and the Steak Frites; both were delicious and worth every penny. The Frites are seasoned with something I couldn't quite identify, but it is addictive. We'll return next time we're in The Big Easy.
  29. SMRE

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Very loud. Not a wide selection. Service was so so.
  30. Leticia

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Have been going to Luke's for years. We have told so many people about them. Everytime we come into town Luke's is a must. The Shrimp and Grits are usually delicious. Today they were so cheesy. The spices were off and where were the grits?
  31. NatD

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Luke is good — but I don’t think it’s great. As someone who can’t eat gluten (but loves food) I really struggled to figure out what I could enjoy. The kitchen doesn’t allow for substitutions (like no fried onions on the Diver Scallop Crudo or no breadcrumbs on the BBQ oysters) which I feel like could be a really easy way to make their menu more inclusive. I ended up ordering a few oysters, the tuna app from the raw bar (the shrimp chips are made with tapioca starch), and the Brussel sprouts. The service was very attentive and the host graciously moved my reservation to an earlier time slot when I called in — so I really appreciated that!
  32. MargaretC

    New Orleans

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Luke is always consistent and had 2 business meals scheduled both on for dinner and one for lunch during business travel. Food is wonderful and service always spot on! Portion size will not leave you hungry and usually with leftovers !! Ha ! Shrimp and grits are always a favorite along with the burger and of course oysters. Fried chicken biscuit for breakfast will surprise you with the size for sure !! So good and close enough to the convention center for a mile walk to have lunch if you are attending a meeting. Highly recommend!
  33. KurtO

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    I am a regular at Luke and I love this place, but lately the staff seem to be less warm and friendly. I don’t know if it is new management or what, but it is disappointing. I’m going to start looking for other places where I feel more welcome.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was impeccable and the food was the best we’ve had all weekend here in the city.
  35. Debra

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was good although the portions were huge! Would visit again.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and wonderful food
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, drinks and ambiance. Staff was delightful.
  38. meghanm

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The fresh seafood was delicious. Oysters were fresh and great happy hour pricing.
  39. KelliM

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We stumbled across Luke and decided to give it a try. It didn’t disappoint. My husband started with the LA oysters which were fresh and delicious. We had the brussel sprouts which I would go back for every day of the week. By far the best I’ve ever had. Our waiter Jackson suggested the red beans and rice with fried chicken. It was absolutely out of this world. Serve was spectacular and the drinks top notch. Do yourself a favor and stop here on your next visit
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved this place! I searched through a lot of reviews and it had great reviews! Definitely lived up to the hype!! Service was great and the food was delicious!!

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Luke using the Order Online button. Luke also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 378-2840.

Luke is rated 4.5 stars by 8255 OpenTable diners.

Luke does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 120 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Luke

333 St Charles, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Perdido

  • Neighborhood

    Central Business District

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    French, Creole / Cajun / Southern

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    St. Charles Street Car LinePremium Parking Lot (P193) now offers discounted parking there for up to 4 hours when you enter the code LUKEGUEST.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Erick Loos

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (504) 378-2840

  • Catering

    If you already have an event location in mind, let us bring the tastes of Luke to you. Our team will coordinate delivery, set up and preparation, providing full-service coordination of your event meal. We can accommodate a variety of menu options, creating a unique event that features Luke’s fresh ingredients, Old World cuisine, and New Orleans style.

  • Private party facilities

    Luke offers a range of private dining options. There is semi-private dining in view of the kitchen which seats up to 30. For receptions or sit down dinners there are four ballrooms that accommodate 190 guests seated or 250 guests reception-style. We can accommodate a variety of menu options.

  • Private party contact

    Melissa Joyce: (504) 766-1362

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