(504) 529-8811
539 Saint Philip St
New Orleans,
LA
70116
29.9596
-90.061
Neighborhoods: French Quarter, French Quarter - CBD
What People Are Saying About Irene's Cuisine
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Finding this always-crowded French Quarter standby might take some work, but once you're through the door, you're caught up in a familial vibe that's simultaneously swirling and relaxed. Snappy, well-rehearsed waitstaff and the ever-charming Irene DiPietro preside over three kitschy yet romantic dining spaces--parlor, library, and wine cellar. – – The Food – Irene's dishes up classic Creole-Italian cuisine--the love child of Sicilian immigrant cuisine and buttery French-inspired sauces native to the city. Shellfish dominate the starter list, with the…
10/29/09
OMG am I in Italy?
by PDXGIRL
Went here at the recommendations of the concierge.
Great food. Great Service. Did not have a reservation. Got lucky and was seated in the main room by chance b/c we arrived for an early dinner. Food phenomenal. Atmosphere great. Service excellent, and the Tiramisu, better than my mother in law's...and that's darn good. They even had an Oregon Pinot on their list.
- Pros: Great food.
- Cons: None.
09/02/09
Romantic and Delicious
by lolarae85
my boyfriend and i went to this wonderful nook in the french quarter on the recommendation of a local tour guide and our expectations were not only met, but very much exceeded.
we did not arrive particularly early (8:30-9pm) and seated by sweet Irene, the wait staff is exceedingly friendly and eager to assist. their menu was small, but the waiter gave us so many more options, not shown on the menu!
we ended up ordering the Escargot (mmm!), Artichoke heart and prosciutto salad (mmm!), and the Duck (absolutely delicious!). Each course was elegantly arranged and over-portioned for the price. since we were dining on a budget, we split everything and they were more than happy to accommodate us with additional plates.
for desert, we had the absolutely fabulous Tiramisu, it was like eating a cloud with a bit of brandy in it!
the total of our meal was $50 and change, and we over tipped the waiter for such wonderful service.
this is definitely a must for anyone coming to NOLA
- Pros: EVERYTHING
- Cons: cant think of anything
01/19/09
irene's
by CSMobileUser
A great spot for a romantic evening. The food was spectacular and the service was great. I had crabcakes that were full of fresh crabmeat that was homemade. Can't wait to go back
The Details on Irene's Cuisine
Know Before You Go:
To say that the lighting at Irene's is muted would be a near-laughable understatement. If you can't read the menu, don't despair--all waiters carry pocket flashlights.
Where to Sit:
If you're in the mood for live music, jockey for a table in the cellar-themed dining room, where a piano player tickes the ivories most nights.
When to Go:
House tradition forbids small-table reservations, so show up early (well before 7pm) or collect a group of five or more to guarantee a timely seating.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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