42.00Classic Bloody MaryOur award-winning house made Bloody Mary mix Spiked tableside with “ice block” vodka
42.00Turtle SoupA Commander’s classic spiked with a splash of sherry
42.00Eggs Cochon de LaitTwo farm fresh eggs over slow smoked shoulder of pork with warm buttermilk biscuits, mushroom fricassee, and spicy tasso hollandaise
42.00Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé“The Queen of Creole Desserts” Finished tableside with whiskey cream sauce
Eye Openers
10.75Saint 75St. Germain, Tanqueray Gin, basil, and sparkling wine
8.00Alabama Peach BelliniFresh peaches crushed with sparkling wine
7.50Brandy Milk PunchA brunch favorite
7.25Classic Bloody MaryOur award-winning house made Bloody Mary mix Spiked tableside with “ice block” vodka
Brunch Trimmings
9.00Prosecco Poached Crabmeat
4.00Warm Buttermilk Biscuits
6.00Sugarcane and Black Pepper Bacon
7.00Truffle Scrambled eggs
7.00Garlic Wilted Spinach
7.00Goat Cheese Stone Ground Grits
Soups & Appetizers
Turtle SoupA Commander’s classic Finished tableside with a splash of sherry
Commander’s Creole GumboRich stock slow cooked with regional ingredients, spiked with Louisiana hot sauce, toasted garlic, and Creole seasonings
The Commander’s SaladHearts of romaine, Parmesan, pressed egg, house made bacon, French bread croutons, grated Gruyère, and creamy black pepper dressing
Wild Shrimp RemouladeChilled Louisiana white shrimp over marinated hearts of palm and Creole tomatoes with limestone lettuce, ripped tarragon, and spicy lemon vinaigrette
Autumn Pumpkin SaladWhiskey soaked cranberries and pumpkin bread croutons over Covey Rise farm greens with a crispy pumpkin seed tuile, pumpkin-honey powder, and sugarcane vinaigrette
Soup du JourVaried cooking techniques combined with Chef’s selection of farm fresh produce
Braised Cinnamon and Apple PinwheelBrown sugar and whiskey braised apples rolled in a flakey French pastry with Maker’s Mark honey and foie gras royal icing
“Bacon and Eggs”Abita root beer braised pork belly over crispy hash browns, grilled Vidalia onions, and a sunny side-up hen’s egg with cayenne ketchup
Oyster and Absinthe “Dome”Poached briny Gulf oysters with bacon, artichokes, tarragon, cream, and a splash of Parisian absinthe Presented under a flaky pastry shell
Shrimp and Tasso HenicanWild Louisiana white shrimp stuffed with spicy Cajun ham tossed in Crystal hot sauce with pickled okra and five pepper jellyOptions:
Additional (+3.00)
36.00Louisiana Shrimp and GritsWild Louisiana white shrimp over goat cheese stone ground grits with melted leeks, roasted mushrooms, concasse tomatoes, and sauce forestiere
40.00Truffled Lobster FrittataHerb marinated Maine lobster, spicy arugula, torched shallots, Creole baby tomatoes, mushrooms, and Laura Chanel goat’s cheese with spiced white truffle oil
42.00Blue Crab Stuffed FlounderOven-dried tomatoes, confit shallots, and local kale over butter roasted flounder stuffed with melted leeks, wild mushrooms, brie cheese and local crabmeat
29.00Banana Foster’s PancakesWarm buttermilk pancakes with sliced bananas, candied pecans, white chocolate crumbles, Baileys Irish whipped cream, and Jameson spiked sugarcane syrup
34.00Eggs Cochon de LaitTwo farm fresh eggs over slow smoked shoulder of pork with warm buttermilk biscuits, mushroom fricassee, and spicy tasso hollandaise
38.00Candy Apple Lacquered QuailSpiced pecan crusted quail with apple brandy and breakfast sausage dressing over bacon wilted cabbage and apple jack jus
39.00Creole Beef TostadaSmoke house beef brisket over a housemade tortilla, Creole red bean puree, charred chili boudin, grilled tomato, avocado, and tomatillo salsa with a poached egg and chipotle pepper hollandaise
Desserts
Abita Root Beer and Granny Smith BuckleA Southern cobbler layered with braised autumn apples, rolled oats, candied pecans, and honey streusel finished with artisanal ice cream
Tortuga Rum CakeA rich vanilla cake laced with Meyer’s dark rum, crushed candied pecans, and spiked caramel sauce
A Tasting of Swiss ChocolateFrozen dark chocolate terrine with espresso caramel, white chocolate cookie crumbs, melted milk chocolate ganaché and campfire smoked sea salt
Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé“The Queen of Creole Desserts” Warm whiskey sauce added tableside Must be ordered 20 minutes in advanceOptions:
For a complete meal (+3.00)
Pecan PieWarm pecan pie and vanilla bean ice cream with melted chocolate, candied pecans, and sticky salted caramel sauce
Creole Cream Cheese CheesecakeHouse made Creole cream cheese cheesecake with a honey graham cracker crust, chocolate lattice, and sticky caramel sauceOptions:
For a cpmplete meal (+3.00)
Lunch
Appetizers
11.50“The Creole Nacho”Purple Haze Abita beer glazed pork belly over Creole spiced hog cracklin’ with pickled okra and corn chow chow, pepper jack cheese, Louisiana red bean puree, and smoked jalapeno hot sauce
11.50Shrimp and Tasso HenicanWild Louisiana white shrimp, tasso ham, pickled okra, sweet onions, 5 pepper jelly, and Crystal hot sauce beurre blanc
10.00Crawfish Boil BeignetsLouisiana crawfish tails, spicy andouille, crab boiled corn, mushrooms, and tri-colored peppers in a buttermilk beignet with crawfish boil aïoli
12.50Blue Crab and Mushroom GratinLouisiana blue crab, roasted mushrooms, melted leeks, braised pork belly, and Parmesan in a cast iron crock with spicy pig skin
12.00Oyster and Absinthe “Dome”Briny Gulf oysters poached with bacon, artichokes, tarragon, Swiss absinthe, and a splash of cream Presented under a flaky pastry shell
9.50Spicy Shrimp RémouladeCrab boiled wild white shrimp over a Creole tomato, cucumber, and couscous salad with limestone lettuce and Louisiana citrus vinaigrette
Soups & Salads
8.50Commander’s Turtle SoupOur famous soup that takes 3 days to make Finished tableside with aged Spanish sherry
8.00Creole GumboA rich gumbo spiked with Louisiana hot sauce and Creole seasonings
8.00Soup du JourVaried cooking techniques combined with farm fresh produce
8.50Commander’s Crisp Romaine SaladHearts of romaine, grated Parmesan, pressed egg, housemade bacon, French bread croutons, shaved Gruyère, and creamy black pepper dressing
9.00Champagne and Strawberry SaladSliced Ponchatoula strawberries and Covey Rise Farm greens with pistachio crusted goat cheese, crisp sweet potato, wedding cake croutons, and a light honey-champagne vinaigrette
Entrees
30.00Blue Crab Stuffed FlounderCreole tomatoes, confit shallots, and Swiss chard over butter roasted flounder stuffed with melted leeks, wild mushrooms, brie cheese, and local crabmeat
21.00Gremolata Crusted Gulf FishToasted almond and citrus crusted Gulf fish over beech mushrooms, roasted butternut squash, and grilled baby greens with local citrus and habanero-kumquat caramel
21.00Crabmeat Grilled CheeseGriddled buttery brioche filled with Louisiana crabmeat and pepper jack cheese Served with a cup of grilled corn and smoked tomato basil soup
24.00Strawberry Molasses Lacquered QuailCochon de lait boudin stuffed quail over caramelized onions, bacon lardoons, and garlic wilted greens with sticky strawberry-apple jus
Desserts
9.50Creole Bread Pudding SouffléAll the richness of Creole bread pudding whipped up into a light souffle Finished tableside with warm whiskey cream
9.50Ponchatoula Strawberry ShortcakeSweet Louisiana strawberries layered in a warm buttermilk biscuit with whipped chantilly cream and a dusting of powdered sugar
8.50Southern Style Pecan PieMolasses infused custard pie layered with roasted New Roads pecans Served with house-spun vanilla bean ice cream
9.50Commander’s Creole Cream Cheese CheesecakeHousemade Creole cream cheese spun into the very best cheesecake that we know how to make Chocolate lattice and sticky caramel
8.50Lally’s Praline ParfaitHand-crafted vanilla ice cream layered in an elegant parfait glass with candied pecans, crispy honey tuile, and sticky praline syrup Lally Brennan’s favorite dessert
8.50Sticky Molasses Bourbon CakeWarm bourbon and molasses cake with autumn fruit, ginger compote, and pecan toffee sauce
Commander’s 3 Course Selections
32.00Commander’s Creole GumboA rich gumbo spiked with Louisiana hot sauce and Creole seasonings
32.00Bacon Wrapped Tenderloin of PorkHand carved pork tenderloin over three-potato boulanger, root vegetables, petite greens, and smoky trotter jus
32.00Creole Bread Pudding SouffléThe Queen of Creole Desserts Finished tableside with whiskey cream sauce
Good and Hearty
29.00Lite Soup du JourChef’s selection of fresh seasonal ingredients
29.00Louisiana Seafood Boil SaladSpicy Louisiana crawfish tails, local shrimp, and blue crabmeat with a variety of crab boiled vegetables and housemade andouille sausage all tossed in a light brown butter vinaigrette
29.00Sorbet du JourHandcrafted sorbet made of the finest Louisiana fruit and spiced with local flavors
Today’s 2 Course Lunch Specials
Entrees
22.00Louisiana Shrimp and GritsWild Louisiana white shrimp over goat cheese stone ground grits with melted onions, leeks, roasted mushrooms, concasse tomatoes, and sauce forestiere
21.00Herb Crusted ChickenPanéed chicken over autumn grains, sundried tomatoes, grilled eggplant, shaved red onions, marinated olive salad, pistachio pesto, and baby arugula with smoked tomato butter
16.00Cajun Cochon de LaitFalling off-the-bone smokehouse pork over a housemade tortilla with Creole red bean purée, charred poblano boudin, local tomatoes, and pickled pepper hot sauce
Sides
9.00Champagne Poached Crabmeat
7.00Goat Cheese Stone Ground Grits
7.00Three-Potato Boulanger
7.00Cochon de Lait Boudin
7.00Garlic Wilted Spinach
0.25The Best Kept Secret in Town!!
0.25“Limit three (3) per person cause that’s enough”
0.25Available with the purchase of any Entrée
0.25Classic commander’s Cosmopolitan Ray’s Melon
Dinner
Appetizers
12.00Oyster and Absinthe “Dome”Briny Gulf oysters poached with bacon, artichokes, tarragon, Swiss absinthe, and a splash of cream Presented under a flaky pastry shell
11.50Shrimp and Tasso HenicanWild Louisiana white shrimp, tasso ham, pickled okra, sweet onions, 5 pepper jelly, and Crystal hot sauce beurre blanc
9.50Spicy Shrimp RémouladeCrab boiled wild white shrimp over marinated hearts of palm with Creole tomatoes, limestone lettuce, ripped tarragon, and spicy lemon vinaigrette
10.50Wild Burgundy EscargotShiitake mushroom-black rice financiere with caramelized garlic, local tomatoes, and summer mushroom and cognac jus
18.00“Bear Claw” Foie GrasAn Abita root beer braised apple and Champagne beignet with Kahlúa coffee, Baileys whipped cream, candied pecans, black pepper syrup, and liquefied foie gras butter
Soups & Salads
8.50Turtle SoupA Commander’s classic Finished tableside with aged Spanish Sherry
8.00Gumbo du JourRich stock slow cooked with fresh regional ingredients spiked with Louisiana hot sauce
8.00Soup du JourVaried cooking techniques combined with farm fresh produce
Commander’s Crisp Romaine SaladHearts of romaine, grated Parmesan, pressed egg, housemade bacon, French bread croutons, shaved Gruyère, and creamy black pepper dressing 8.50
9.00Autumn Pumpkin SaladWhiskey soaked cranberries and pumpkin bread croutons over Covey Rise Farm greens with crispy pumpkin seed tuile, pumpkin-honey powder, and sugarcane vinaigrette
Entrees
34.00Pecan Crusted Gulf FishA Commander’s Palace classic with crushed sweet corn, spiced pecans, petite herbs, and Prosecco poached Louisiana blue crab
31.00Black Skillet Seared Gulf FishA light dish of grilled eggplant, Creole tomatoes, roasted garlic, ripped basil, Kalamata olives, crispy capers, baby greens, local legumes, and lemon-red chili butter
33.00Cold Water Sea ScallopsU-10 New Bedford scallops over autumn grain “risotto” with caramelized garlic, wilted leaves, crisp sweet potato, and creamy bacon vinaigrette
25.00Farm Vegetables and Autumn GreensLocal Covey Rise Farm vegetables and Israeli grains with dried fruits, roasted nuts, crushed lemons, and liquefied parsley puree
30.00Candy Apple Lacquered QuailBrandy, apple, and housemade sausage dressing over bacon wilted cabbage with spiced pecans and Apple Jack jus
45.00Grilled Wild Texas AntelopeShiitake mushroom-black rice financière with shaved Brussels sprouts, toasted almonds, and truffled mushroom woodland sauce
39.00Filet Mignon of Black Angus BeefCaramelized garlic, hearty greens, and roasted butternut over three potato boulanger, cognac, sage and green peppercorn demi glace
44.00Creole Spiced Cowgirl RibeyeHickory grilled 14oz bone-in, center-cut ribeye over Creole smashed new potatoes with Tabasco crusted onions and tasso-shiitake marchands de vin
Side Dishes
9.00Prosecco Poached Crabmeat
7.00A Selection of Seasonal Vegetables
7.00Garlic Wilted Spinach
7.00Three Potato Boulanger
7.00Goat Cheese Stone Ground Grits
A Selection of Artisanal CheeseA tasting of warm pecan biscotti, honeycomb, preserved fruits, and candied nuts with sticky Cabernet syrupOptions:
One (10.00)
, Two (12.00)
, Three (14.00)
Chef Tory’s Playground
90.00Velouté of Blue CrabA velvety French soup spiked with cayenne, whipped corn cream, and local caviar MV Laurent-Perrier Brut, Champagne
90.00Louisiana Cochon de LaitForever smoked shoulder of pork over crispy hog cracklin’ with charred jalapeño boudin, crab boil pickled vegetables, smoky trotter jus, and spicy Creole mustard 2007 Albert Boxler Reserve Riesling Vieilles Vignes, Alsace, France le Coup de Milieu
90.00“The Five Hour Egg”A gently coddled egg cooked in the shell at 141º A sauté of late harvest mushrooms, caramelized shallots, and toasted garlic with crisp potato, brown butter vinaigrette, and a splash of truffle oil 2008 Domaine du Vieux Lazaret, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley, France
90.00Grilled Wild Texas AntelopeShiitake mushroom-black rice financière with shaved Brussels sprouts, toasted almonds, and truffled mushroom woodland sauce 2008 Jean-Louis Tribouley l'Alba, Côtes du Roussillon, France
90.00A Selection of Artisanal CheesePecan biscotti, seasonal fruit, and red wine syrup 2009 Domaine des Soulanes Maury, Vin Doux Naturel, Côtes du Roussillon, France
90.00A Tasting of Swiss ChocolateFrozen dark chocolate terrine with white chocolate cookie crumbs, espresso caramel, melted milk chocolate, and campfire smoked sea salt 2010 Naufragar Malvasia di Casorzo DOC, Piedmont, Italy
42.75Optional Wine Pairing Per PersonIn order to best serve you, we ask that all members of the party order the Tasting Menu with no substitutions
Chef Tory’s Three Course Specials
Entrees
39.00Black Skillet Seared Gulf FishA light dish of grilled eggplant, Creole tomatoes, roasted garlic, ripped basil, Kalamata olives, crispy capers, baby greens, local legumes, and lemon-red chili butter
41.00Cold Water Sea ScallopsU-10 New Bedford scallops over autumn grain “risotto” with caramelized garlic, wilted leaves, crisp sweet potato, and creamy bacon vinaigrette
2009 Maison Champy Rully Chardonnay Côte Chalonnais, BurgundyOptions:
Half (6.50)
, Full (13.00)
38.00Candy Apple Lacquered QuailBrandy, apple, and housemade sausage dressing over bacon wilted cabbage with spiced pecans and apple jack jus
2010 Bernabeleva Camino de Navaherreros DO Vinhos de Madrid, SpainOptions:
Half (4.75)
, Full (9.50)
Desserts
The Famous Bread Pudding Soufflé“The Queen of Creole Desserts”
Abita Root Beer and Granny Smith Apple BuckleA Southern cobbler layered with braised autumn apples, rolled oats, candied pecans, and honey streusel finished with artisanal ice cream
À la Carte Desserts
9.50The Famous Bread Pudding Soufflé
8.50Hand Crafted Ice Cream or Sorbet
9.50Creole Cream Cheese Cheesecake
9.00A Tasting of Swiss Chocolate
8.50Louisiana Citrus Flan
8.50Pecan Pie à la Mode
8.50Tortuga Rum Cake
Dessert
8.50SouffléCreole Bread Pudding Souffle with warm whiskey cream.Options:
For a complete meal (+3.00)
7.50FrozenVanilla bean ice cream with a Bocage honey tuile, whipped Chantilly cream, pecans and praline syrup.
8.50CakeHouse made Creole cream cheesecake with a honey graham crust, chocolate lattice and sticky caramel sauceOptions:
For a complete meal (+3.00)
7.50PieWarm pecan pie and vanilla bean ice cream with melted chocolate, candied pecans and Fleur de Sel caramel sauce
7.50CustardFrench crème brulée with scorched local sugarcane and a Dixie Crystal “fleur de lis.”
7.50ChocolateA tasting of imported Swiss dark, white, and milk chocolates with “salted” chocolate fudge ice cream, roasted pecans and a chocolate fudge brownie.
14.00FlambéBananas Foster for two a tableside flambé of bananas with Caribbean rum, brown sugar, banana liqueur and vanilla bean ice cream.
Wine and Cocktails
Specialty & Seasonal Cocktails
8.75Crescent City CoolerThis refreshing mix of guava infused Cruzan Rum, fresh lime and ginger ale—with a dash of bitters—is the perfect cocktail for a hot Summer day in the Crescent City.
7.75The Adelaide SwizzleDestined to be a classic! New Orleans Amber Rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, Peychaud’s bitters, a splash of soda--plus our secret ingredient
9.00Sunset on the RocksHerradura tequila, Rhum Clement Creole Shrubb orange liqueur and citrus juice. A drizzle of pomegranate grenadine completes our signature cocktail for Commander’s Palace in Destin, Florida.
10.75Hibiscus MartiniHand-crafted Jamaican Hibiscus tea, fresh squeezed lime and Bombay Sapphire come together beautifully to make a cocktail that is as stunningly beautiful as it is delicious and refreshing.
9.75The Oops!Maker’s Mark, Grand Marnier, Fresh Lime Juice, Peychaud’s Bitters and a dash of Cherry Heering. Watch your step after a couple of these
10.25Holly Berry MartiniA delightful mix of Stoli Citros vodka, Chambord liqueur, Pama pomegranate liqueur and fresh lemon.
8.25Original Lime DaiquiriThe ideal answer for warm weather made with Appleton Special Rum, lime juice, and sugar. Served over crushed ice; it’s reminiscent of a New Orleans snowball
9.75Whiskey SmashMuddled mint, lemon, sugar, a drop or two of water. Maker’s Mark and crushed ice are added for a real thirst quencher, southern style.
10.75Watermelon CaipirinhaThe Caipirinha (“ki-puh-reen-ya”) is the Margarita of Brazil. We’ve added fresh watermelon to this bright, crisp lime and cachaca brandy cocktail. It’s truly remarkable!
10.75Tequila MockingbirdThis amazing cocktail is made with reposado tequila, limoncello, fresh lemon juice, sugar and Angostura bitters. It is every bit as delightful as its name, for which we thank our dear friend Bryan Batt.
9.50Whoa NellieOur friend Ted Haigh, a/k/a “Doc Cocktail,” assisted Lally Brennan with the birth of this memorable cocktail during a Mardi Gras party a few years ago. The combination of rye whiskey, dark rum, Cointreau, fresh fruit, and spicy bitters will make you wish there was a parade on the way.
10.50BelladonnaNamed for the luxurious day spa operated by our dear friend Kim Dudek, this martini is truly divine. Kim’s famous libation is made with Charbay Blood Orange vodka, Cointreau, fresh lemon juice and cranberry.
9.50The Papa DobleErnest Hemmingway’s favorite warm weather libation, made with Cruzan rum, cherry liqueur, fresh lime and grapefruit. A delicious traditional daiquiri on the rocks.
11.75The Vieux Carre CocktailThis classic from the Carousel Bar at the Monteleone Hotel starts with rye whiskey and Couvoiser and is finished with Benedictine and bitters. Have two and you might think you are on a carousel!
Classic Cocktails
9.00Golden DawnThis drink from the UK circa 1920 was created by the United Kingdom Bartender’s Guild. Calvados, gin, Cointreau, apricot brandy, and orange, this drink is a gift from our friends across the pond.
8.25SazeracSazerac Rye Whiskey, Peychaud’s Bitters, Herbsaint and finished with a twist of lemon. A New Orleans classic.Options:
With Lucid Absinthe rinse (+5.75)
8.25SidecarThis is a big, beautiful drink for a connoisseur of cocktails. Brandy, Cointreau, lemon juice and sugar in perfect proportions.
7.00Champagne CocktailSince it became popular in 1862, this effervescent mix of sparkling wine, sugar and bitters has been guaranteed to set a celebratory mood.
8.00Old FashionedMuddled orange and cherry with bitters and sugar form the base for this enigmatic classic. Then add Bourbon or Rye whiskey for the kick. Or have it like Ella does—with Scotch.
10.75Original Mai TaiWe use Trader Vic’s recipe for the King of the “Tiki” drinks. Gold and dark rum, oregeat, lime juice, and Orange Curacoa will definitely get everyone in the party spirit.
9.00Blood and SandScotch, Cherry Herring, Sweet Vermouth, and Orange combined in a romantic cocktail, named for the 1922 Rudolph Valentino movie.
8.25French 75Named for the 75mm French cannons that helped win World War I, the base for this lovely cocktail is sparkling wine with sugar and lemon. Choose gin or brandy to finish yours off.
9.50ManhattanThis classic was introduced at the Manhattan Club in the 1870’s, during a banquet hosted by Sir Winston Churchill’s mother. Sweet vermouth and bitters are mixed with whiskey and served up or on the rocks. Choose the contemporary favorite Bourbon, a nice smoky Scotch, or have it with classic Rye whiskey.
90.00Spring Tomato and Cucumber SaladCeviche of local tomatoes and cucumber with ripped basil, tarragon, citrus infused olives oil, and lemongrass powder mv reserve de lavernette brut nature gamay ay blan de noirs beanjolais
90.00Potato, Leek and Artichoke VichyssoiseA decadent puree of potatoes and leeks with turned artichoke, poached garlic, thyme and braised fingerling potatoes
90.00Sidecar CocktailBrandy, orange liqueur and fresh pressed lemon with a sugared rim
90.00Duck and Matzo Ball SoupTender braised duck and poached matzo ball dumplings in a fre roasted duck consonme
90.00Char Grilled Texas QuailRed quinoa, kasha, and wild rice with baby vegetable and cherry-apple compote
90.00Braised Leg of Spring LambFall off the bone tender leg of lamb with horseradish infused duchess potatoes and spicy red wine jus
90.00Matzo Coconut Barsweetened matzo layered with shredded coconut, pecans, pistachios, cinnamon and white chocolate with brandy and coconut milk punch henri giraud solera a ratafia de chaampagne, ay, Franch
90.00Optional Wine Pairing Per PersonIn order to best serve you, we ask that all member of the party order the tastring menu with no substitutions