Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in New Orleans / Louisiana

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Desi Vega Steakhouse Covington

4.8

4.8 (980)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Covington

About the restaurant

Thank you for choosing Desi Vega’s Steakhouse Northshore, located in the heart of Covington.

If your preferred reservation time is not available through Open Table, please call the restaurant directly to check availability at (985) 276-4994.

Our dining experience is also available at the Bar. Bar seats are on a first come first serve basis.

Top review

Mea

Dined 2 days ago

We were celebrating my friends birthday. This was mine first time at Desi Vega steakhouse and after this excellent experience it won’t be last. Carson our sever was sweet, professional and attentive, Mr. Ronnie as well. The shrimp appetizer was just perfect and our files were perfectly seasoned with the right amount of sizzle on the plate. The whole experiment was above and beyond. Thank you very much

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The Red Maple Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (44)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Gretna

About the restaurant

The Red Maple was originally owned and operated by the Trauth Family, a German-American family of restaurateurs spanning 100 years in Gretna. And what began in 1963 continues to this day, holding to its German roots through its rustic Alpine lodge decor, extensive beer selection and annual Oktoberfest celebration. In fact, it was a red maple tree in the side yard that inspired the name of the bar – The Red Maple – with the restaurant being added in 1965.

Now for over 50 years, The Red Maple has been the rendezvous spot for West Bank movers and shakers known for its Prime cut steaks, New Orleans favorites and fresh Louisiana seafood.

Today, under the passionate guidance of Proprietor Brent Trauth and his sister, Carroll Gales, The Red Maple continues to deliver on its reputation for delicious food, exceptional service and rich Louisiana history. A rich and storied past that is only upstaged by the dining experience itself.

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Steve

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Always a great meal with lovely family. Delicious as always. Can’t wait to go back !

Gallagher's Restaurant on Front

4.7

4.7 (796)

$31 to $50

Steak

Slidell

About the restaurant

Welcome to Gallagher's Restaurant On Front Street – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing.

Chef Pat Gallagher expanded his reach to bring Slidell some of the best steaks, seafood, and cocktails! Gallagher's Restaurant on Front Street will bring the cuisine that you love even closer to home.

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Elexa

Dined 6 days ago

Everything was phenomenal. The surf and turf tasted delicious, but the lobster tail was very tiny for the price. Next time will just be getting filets!

Mr. John's Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (3035)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Garden District

About the restaurant

Desi Vega, Rodney Salvaggio, Paul Varisco and staff, invite you to join them for a "memorable dining experience" at what food critic Tom Fitzmorris calls "The Best Steakhouse in the City." With regular visits from the Saints players and owners, most weekends are sold out. Mr. John's convenient location on historical St. Charles Avenue and valet parking makes for a pleasurable evening in the city!

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NeaD

Dined 3 days ago

It was my husband’s birthday and he had never been to Mr. John’s before. First our servers were excellent and very attentive. Then they surprised us with veal meatballs with little candies in them, cute and absolutely delicious! The food was excellent and very flavorful. Lastly they surprised him with a little cake desert with another candle on top so we could sing happy birthday! Wonderful experience and we will be back soon.

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4.6

4.6 (68)

$30 and under

Brewery

Central Business District

About the restaurant

We are open for lunch, offering full bar and Devil Moon’s menu! Walk-ins only for lunch service.

For parties over 8 please call for reservations.

Brewery Saint X, located at the corner of Girod and Loyola on the ground floor of The Odeon at South Market, will feature a full array of craft beer styles, focusing especially on classic German and British offerings, with a nod toward traditional lager brewing and cask ale production along with hop-forward ales and experimental sours.

Our brewery will pour no fewer than 12 drafts and 2 casks for on-site enjoyment, along with a selection of freshly canned beer available to-go. The state-of-the-art draft and cask system will ensure that all beers are served at the proper temperature and with proper texture; in addition to the traditional hand-pump cask system for dispensing real ale, Czech-style side-pull faucets will be utilized to best express the creamy softness of great lager beer.

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Lesley

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

We love coming here to watch football games. Great drinks. Crackling, ribs, wings all first rate.

Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop

4.4

4.4 (421)

$30 and under

American

Gretna

About the restaurant

Everyone aspires to leave a legacy. Or at least they should, right? When you walk into a Legacy Kitchen you will see it decorated with symbols of American artists and personalities, all of whom left a lasting legacy. New Orleans bred. American Inspired. Legacy Kitchen is built to last with delicious food and cocktails that celebrate the cuisine of America.

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NOLATraveller

Dined on Apr 6, 2024

we were in the Westbank and looking for a place to try and noticed legacy kitchens steak and chop so decided to check it out. we started off with the spinach dip - the dip was good but the chips were amazing! some of the best chips that we’ve tried in the city. we then got a cheeseburger, seafood platter and mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. the mashed potatoes were decent, the teriyaki sauce on the sprouts was really good, the burger was cooked well and had good flavor, and the seafood had big seafood and plenty of it. overall good flavor and good portion size ambiance of the restaurant was nice and service was good. overall a good experience

The English Tea Room & Eatery

4.4

4.4 (43)

$31 to $50

Contemporary British

Covington

About the restaurant

"The world drinks tea. Come have some with us today!" The English Tea Room and Eatery is one of the shops you don't expect to find on the short but interesting Lee Lane in Covington's walkable city core. The shop offers more than 260 choices of teas and serves fresh-baked scones with house-made clotted cream and house-made lemon curd along with all-day high tea [finger sandwiches, savories & chocolate covered strawberries] and many other English food items such as banger & mash, Coronation Chicken Salad, Scotch eggs, quiches, Shepherd's Pie, etc.

We are located on the corner of Rutland St. and N. Florida St. is just a block from the antique stores on Lee Lane and one block from the art galleries on Columbia. Off-street parking is available, wheelchair Lift and ample free parking on Florida St. and Rutland St and nearby Free Public Parking [Ox lot].

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samia

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

Am there once a month enjoying new flavors of tea every time ! Awesome hospitality makes you feel you are home ! ❤️ Seating indoors and outdoors are so unique with the whole decor ! It’s beautiful experience and I get to enjoy this experience every time ! Highly recommended Beautiful place and beautiful people Good food as well , healthy menu ! Thanks for your hospitality ❤️🙏

Apothecary

4.4

4.4 (69)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

French Quarter

About the restaurant

Open for the first time to Mortals!
(We hold all reservations for 15 minutes)
The Apothecary is a unique New Orleans dining experience. While we have custom fang fittings and tarot readings on the premises , vampires also realize that mortals must eat and drink - so we have created the finest cuisine and cocktails to sate your pallet. Made with herbs and flowers from our courtyard garden, while it's not health food, our selections have medicinal properties. Come get a prescription of oysters on the half shell for your immune system - or as an aphrodisiac - hydrate with our berry coconut water (add rum for a relaxing twist) - Our lobster and crab stuffed portobello is good brain food! We got you covered!

The perfect place to get a late night bite - we are open until 2 a.m. daily! The Bloodiest Mary is a great cure for a hangover any time of day. Or rejuvenate with one of our blood bags - Fangria, a delicious sangria we import from Spain, or a Vampyre Vodka pomegranate lemonade .

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

We had a blast! The food was okay but the service and ambiance was fun-tastic! The blood bags and oyster shots were the perfect accompaniment to the 15 minute tarot reading I received. Loved the fangs and friendliness of the staff!

Minted Lounge Nola

4.3

4.3 (14)

$31 to $50

American

Bywater

About the restaurant

A sophisticated cocktail lounge that specializes in serving a variety of custom crafted cocktails, great food and other beverages in a chic and relaxing atmosphere. It features stylish decor, comfortable seating, and subdued lighting, providing a perfect setting for socializing or unwinding.

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Dallas

Dined 5 days ago

Perfect spot for date night! The drink🔥 The staff🥰 the atomosphere🤭🤞🏾🙌🏾 My first time there overall I give it 10/10!!!!!

Tonti's Cocktail Bar & Bistro

4.2

4.2 (72)

$30 and under

Bistro

Algiers Point

About the restaurant

Established by long-time Algiers’ Point residents, Tonti’s serves fabulous food and cocktails Thursday through Monday, with brunch served on weekends.

Part restaurant, part cocktail bar, part café, Tonti’s combines the elegance of an old world bistro with the casual nature of a neighborhood eatery. The dining room is a light-filled space perfect for a long lunch, a nice sit down dinner, or even a last stop for an after dinner drink.

Our delightful patio is an amazing place to sit and catch up with friends.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 30, 2024

We had a wonderful experience. The space is very welcoming like going for dinner at a friend’s house. Impeccable service and both the cocktails and food were perfectly prepared. The onion soup is exceptional. Even though it was unbearably hot outside, the soup was still worth it! The shrimp and grits was an interesting presentation using grit cakes that were more manageable, creamy and soft. Avocado caprese salad, lightly dressed and perfect to let the taste of the heirloom tomatoes come through. Smash burger, nice crust loaded with flavor. No ketchup needed. Key lime pie for dessert was served as a tartlet with a graham cracker crust. Perfect ending. A great night out and a ferry ride back across the river with a very full belly.

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