03/05/09

Lots of attitude

by CSMobileUser2

Great food but very rude waiters. I work in the restaurant industry in NYC and have not in all my years witnessed such stereotypical "aloof waiter" behavior. It was like a bad movie. Save your money- it's not worth the insult.

11/23/08

We let the waiter choose the food for us, GREAT!

by conradbob05

We had been there a few years back, but this time was different. A waiter offered us some drinks, which seemed pretty good. Then another waiter named Dave came along with the menus, and asked us what we would like to eat that nite. Before we even looked at the menus, he told us about a family style assortment of appetizers, so we went for it. It was great. I must have tasted 10 different things in the 4 appitizers, and there were only 6 of us. And then he helped us with the entree selections, and they were spot on. We didn't really have to look at the menu at all. And it wasn't that expensive. I will ask for Dave next time we come to New Orleans.

• Pros: Didn't even have to look at the menus!
• Cons: Parking

03/03/08

A Classy Surprise Just Off Bourbon St.

by aapc

This was our first time in New Orleans. We were a little unprepared for the restaurant scene and figured we'd just try our luck. We were looking for something with a little class and some "atmosphere" and not too expensive....and we found it! We opted for the formal dining room (not the Jazz Bistro but I'm sure we would have enjoyed that too). The food was great, the service was excellent, prices were a little high but it was worth it. I had the Chicken Potalba (very tasty) and my wife raved about the Snapper Mitchell. Get the Shrimp Arnaud for an appetizer and I also highly recommend the Bananas Foster for dessert.

• Pros: choice of formal or jazz bistro dining
• Cons: none

01/25/08

Bananas Foster to die for!

by tavs211

My boyfriend and I went in February '07, but I never got around to writing a review. Now, nearly February '08, we still think about the bananas foster and want to go back for it! The rest of our meal was very tasty, but I don't remember exactly what we had. It was pricey, but a nice indulgence. We will return next time in New Orleans!

• Pros: Bananas Foster
• Cons: None I recall

12/31/07

Not worth the money

by psalmchild63

We sat in the jazz room, which was probably the best part of the whole dining experience. The 3-man jazz band was great. The food on the other hand was way overpriced and seemed to lack flavor. You'll probably go anyway, because it is a New Orlean's institution, but, you can probably find better food at a better price off the beaten track. We started with the escargot, which was surprisingly mild. Normally this dish has so much garlic and butter flavoring that it is so delicious and good for dipping bread afterward, but here it was bland and rather disappointing. They should know how to do escargot better I would think. For the main course, I had the Crabmeat Karen, which again, lacked salt and any major flavor. The pastry was good, but this should not be $25.95 for what it's worth. My husband had the filet with crabmeat on top in a mushroom sauce. He like it, but the presentation was poor, and all of the crab had shells and cartilage still in it. Overall, I think Arnaud's success comes from the fact that it is a historical New Orlean's institution, but I felt a little duped by the quality of the food and the value is just not there.

• Pros: good jazz band
• Cons: poor value, bland food

09/26/06

When In New Orleans..............!

by jaymaygm

On the last day of our five day N.O. blowout, we needed lunch, and went to Arnaud's. How on earth we've missed dining here, after eating at The Quarters best. And this is one of the best. For the orginal version of Shrimp Arnaud, this is the real deal. Order it, and you will see how the legendary dish started. From the jazz trio to the impeccable staff and service, this is what The Crescent City is all about. For lunch you can dress casual-dressy! It's worth every penny! 1/26/07---Well, I guess no one has been here since my review, please come back to The Big Easy----Katrina left the best, eat here!

• Pros: New Orleans Classic! Shrimp Arnaud!
• Cons: None! Are You Kidding!

09/04/06

Great place for Sunday brunch

by alexlankford

Delicious food & great ambience. We ate while being entertained by a 3-piece band which moved around the dining room whcih played tunes like a "What a Wonderful World". The Shrimp Clemenceau was phenomenal. My wife had the Grillades & Grits which was bland. Try the strawberries for desert--delicious.

• Pros: Great service. Fun Sunday brunch spot.

07/06/06

Always Great for Special Occasions

by marleybell2002

This restaurant has never disappointed us. The food is great and the staff is very accomodating. The Shrimp Arnaud is the best and I've never had better gumbo anywhere. Don't miss this restaurant.

03/18/06

Immediate seating post-Katrina

by cmb1

Tried to get in several yrs ago but couldn't because reservations were required days in advance. Post-Katrina you can walk in, be seated, as well as relaxed dress code. Ordered escargot which was nothing special & too many herbs spoiled the taste. Also got 2 gritty ones. For main entree tried the paneed sweetbreads with menieure sauce highly touted by local magazines. It was too salty for me, too much black pepper and sauce was too greasy and oily. Service was impeccable as was ambience. Had dinner at 3 of the top 5 French Quarter restaurants during this stay. This was the worst meal of the 3. Don't think I'll come back here when visiting again.

• Pros: Excellent service, Great ambience, Great wine selection
• Cons: Pricey, Not 5 star food

08/13/05

Top New Orleans experience!

by leowilder

After trying several so called big restaurants, we had our last meal in New Orleans and it was the BEST meal. The service was stunning, attentive and caring. The main dining room was gorgeous although we opted to try the Jazz Bistro, more casual but same menu, and the terrific live jazz trio. The food, I had Trout Meuniere and my husband had the Veal Chantelle, was extraordinary. We started with marinated crab fingers and Shrimp Arnaud. Then we shared Pommes Soufle, the very best anywhere, and finished with Strawberries Arnaud and Creme Brulee. We'll be back and have our meal list planned already!

• Pros: ambiance, quality, service