07/17/07

Great value, incredible atmosphere, staff.... and food!

by gks

Do most people not know of this place? A few I spoke to (who were well-versed in the New Orleans restaurant scene) had never heard of it, and the cab driver who took us there claimed he only got locals going there and couldn't believe we knew about it. Maybe it's that it actually involves a drive, but it's not too far from the French Quarter (is actually a nice drive and a good chance to see more of the city) and is completely and utterly worth it. Amazing, mouth-watering food. Incredible, romantic and unique (an old Victorian cottage) atmosphere. A staff that was friendly and lacked any kind of snobbery. And the price... what a great value! Out of our group of 8, our favorite dish was the veal and oysters...and for the dessert, the strawberries with tres leches cake couldn't be beat (though the double chocolate cake did come in a close second). All in all it was a GREAT experience, and is tied with Stella! for our favorite restaurant in the city. Yum!

06/05/07

Worth the Drive...It's Illegal to be this GOOD

by contempler

I am speechless. This might be the find of the year. We (my wife and I) ate there in early June (soft shell crab season) and I was overwhelmed with chief Frank Brigtsen preparation...a sauce of worchester sause, crab stock, butter, garlic and pecans. My wife ordered the panees Rabbit with sesame Crust & Creole Mustard Sauce...and is still taking about it, four days later. Brigtsen also offers a Seafood (tasting) Platter which included Baked Oyster LeRuth with Shrimp & Crawfish, and Stuffed Piquillo Pepper with Crawfish Con Queso...be still my heart. I can't imagine a trip to New Orleans without returning to this restaurant.

02/25/07

great service and great use of regional food products

by 1643318

I took a group there recently, all from out of town, and they were duely impressed! The place was packed, but they accommodated my last minute reservations for 7 quite easily and gave us exceptional food and service. The food was excellent at representing local food products, those grown and raised here, such as local seafood and local strawberries, greens, and more! A fantastic restaurant, they lived up to their reputation for my group!

• Pros: great ambience and atmosphere and fabulous food!
• Cons: tight seating space