Pascal's Manale Restaurant
(504) 895-4877
1838 Napoleon Ave
New Orleans,
LA
70115
29.929
-90.1026
Neighborhoods: Uptown, Uptown - Carrollton
What People Are Saying About Pascal's Manale Restaurant
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The Scene
From decor to menu, Pascal's nostalgically trades on its past. Steady tourist traffic and neighborhood regulars keep the aging dining rooms (formal, casual and private) bustling. For old-schoolers, the restaurant's worn vibe proves comforting; to newcomers, it feels like a borrowed family tradition.
The Food
Universally considered the birthplace of New Orleans barbecue shrimp, Pascal's still delivers a serviceable version of this butter-rich sauteed (not smoked) dish. About a dozen super-jumbo barbecue shrimp arrive in a plain white bowl and float in an inch of butter spiked with garlic and black pepper. The rest of the Italian steakhouse menu is heavy on fried and cheesy classics. A promising oyster, shrimp and crab "pan roast" arrives light on the seafood and heavy on creamy bread-crumb binder. Tender scallops of veal parmigiana are smothered under a thick layer of rubbery mozzarella. Rich, tangy Key lime pie is the sweet list standout.
User Reviews
TiaMaria24
April 18, 2009
I should have ordered the famous barbecue shrimp, so I won't be too hard on Pascal Manale. But the fish and pasta I ordered were terribly bland.
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jennred
March 28, 2009
I live in New Orleans and I won't waste my time at this restaurant. There is nothing special about the food and the owners blatent disregard for the guest is the only thing that sets them apart. It's New Orleans - there's no shortage of places to get oysters and BBQ shrimp (think Mr. B's) and there's also no shortage of great restaurants that know how to treat their customers. The service is truly horrible and the owners and managers could care less. Mark this off your list.
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Anonymous
November 06, 2008
Pascal Manale's is known for their BBQ shrimp. The sauce is delicious. The only downside is you have to peel it all yourself. The oyster bar always has fresh oysters and sauces you can try as well. I've also had the spaghetti here, and everything tastes wonderful.
read full reviewThe Details on Pascal's Manale Restaurant
Look Good:
Use the paper bib for the signature shrimp: "Peel and eat" usually makes for a shirt-staining mess.
Where to Sit:
Hit the cash-only bar early for a trip down memory lane -- pictures of luminaries like Jack Dempsey, Bear Bryant and Cindy Lauper line the barroom walls.
Parking:
Pascal's provides a convenient parking lot accessible from its Dryades Street entrance.
Category:
Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants, Banquet Rooms
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Private Rooms, Historic Setting, Hidden Find, Group Dining, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar
