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Brennan's, New Orleans, LA
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Brennan's

$31 to $50
Creole

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 255 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com.

Welcome to Brennan's! Chef Ryan Hacker's menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar. $8 parking available at the Omni Royal Orleans Parking Garage, Thursday - Monday (6 hours; based on availability).

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Executive chef: Ryan Hacker

From the OpenTable editors: The place to be seen sipping bubbles at Benedict brunch, Brennan’s is one of the most stunning restaurants in New Orleans—long before the era of Instagram. Think black-and-white tile floors, a pastel pink exterior, and minty fresh leather booths, with character dating back to 1946. Bananas foster was invented here, and suited servers still fire it up tableside. The accolades keep rolling in: It's a James Beard semifinalist, Condé Nast Traveler world favorite, and Wine Spectator darling.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Cross street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 11,805 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Creole

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brennan's in New Orleans is a cherished dining institution known for its outstanding "food, service, and ambiance." Guests rave about its famous Bananas Foster and unique experiences like tableside preparations. With a "welcoming staff" and a beautiful setting, Brennan's offers memorable celebrations for birthdays and anniversaries, making it a must-visit culinary destination.

11,805 Reviews
  1. Beth

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit to Brennan's for brunch was fabulous. Great service, terrific food, fun and interesting decor. It was a great last meal in New Orleans! Hearing the story of how Bananas Foster was created was great fun - almost as good as eating one!

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  2. PatrickR

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch and celebration. Service was tops, food was outstanding!

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  3. natalie

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience and atmosphere. Will be returning back from Australia

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  4. Laura

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thank you for our dining experience. On a day when the city is grieving, we thank you for our opportunity to enjoy your hospitality and dining. Put prayers are with this wonderful city.

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  5. Rien

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was there for brunch and was my favorite meal for the week. Service was amazing, food, ambiance and live music. Will visit anytime I’m back and look forward to dinner next time!

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  6. Sandeep

    VIP

    Chicago

    107 reviews

    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tragic start to NYD considering the Bourbon St attack. Brennan’s opened late, we called to confirm our reservation too. Cindy & Sheldon were great. We went w/ Sheldon’s recommendations - Eggs Carpaccio (our fav), Oysters, Eggs St. Charles + Owen’s Scotch Egg. Definitely, we did the Banana Foster. The Musicians were a great addition. We had a better experience here vs Mr. B’s Bistro last night.

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  7. Jenna

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were vacationing in New Orleans and went to Brendan's for our anniversary dinner. We were treated so well. The food was amazing and the staff were friendly and efficient. I highly recommend this place!

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  8. Shahana

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my boyfriend there for a birthday/NYE brunch and it was so fun. They brought him an apron with a cotton candy and fingertip ice cream cake inside. We had the baked oysters, duck hash and the French toast. We were seated by the window which was nice and room and not too loud. We both had mimosas for which I got the winter special. Def recommend, our wait staff was amazing!

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  9. Simon

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful ambiance and still some of the best food you could ever possibly eat ! Great service as well

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  10. Rachel

    St. Louis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had seen many videos and recommendations for Brennan’s and I have to say it definitely exceeded all of our expectations! This was a bucket item list for my father in law so of course we had to go. From start to finish, the meal was unforgettable. We started with the blueberry cornmeal cake and baked apple—both beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The blueberry cake had a perfect balance of sweetness and texture (tasted like a blueberry corn muffin), while the baked apple was delightfully spiced and tender. For the main course, I had the eggs hussard was exceptional—rich, perfectly poached eggs with a savory hollandaise that was the definition of indulgence. My husband had the lobster omelette which I got to taste and it was equally as good- it had a decent amount of lobster. I had to have the iconic bananas foster, which was flambéed tableside, adding to the excitement. The caramelized bananas and rich rum sauce were the perfect finish to an incredible meal. Shout out to our server, Chalain. She was engaging while telling the story of how bananas foster became part of the menu in 1951. The ambiance was elegant yet inviting, and the service was impeccable- Chalain was very astute and observant of all the customer’s needs around her. I would say Brennan’s is a must-visit in New Orleans for anyone looking for a true culinary experience- 5 stars!

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FAQs

Brennan's is rated 4.8 stars by 11805 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 255 times today
Google Map for Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
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