Cafe Degas

4.7

2971 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Voted Most Romantic Restaurant in New Orleans, this Faubourg St. John Bistro offers simple, yet artfully executed, classic French cuisine featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a fine dining experience in a casual outdoor cafe atmosphere on the beautiful and historic Oak-lined Esplanade Avenue.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, European, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(504) 945-5635
Website
http://www.cafedegas.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Joe Turley
Private party facilities
We are available for private events either by buying out the restaurant or using the space on a closed day or time. Please contact info@cafedegas.com with any inquiries.

Location
3127 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
Neighborhood
Mid-City / City Park
Cross street
Ponce De Leon St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Years Eve 2024 6 PM
$105.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
This menu is the only thing offered. Credit card required for reservation. $25 per person charge if not cancelled by December 28th. NEW YEAR’S EVE 2024 Amuse Foie gras torchon-Toasted baguette, bacon jam & truffle blueberry gastrique App Veal Roulade-Stuffed with spinach and mushroom, & a sundried tomato Madera sauce Main Surf n’ Turf of lamb t-bone & lobster tail-Souffled potato duchess & tomato provencal Lambrusco & shallot Maitre D butter Salad Lil gem lettuce & brûlé raclette- apple, red onions, raspberry vinaigrette Dessert Mille feuille & chocolate truffle-Flaky puff pastry layered with whipped mascarpone & fresh berries with chocolate drizzle Live Music-Double Whiskey 6 PM $105 & 9:15 PM $115 Per person, + tax & gratuity
New Year's Eve 2024 9:15 PM
$115.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
This menu is the only thing offered. Credit card required for reservation. $25 per person charge if not cancelled by December 28th. NEW YEAR’S EVE 2024 Amuse Foie gras torchon-Toasted baguette, bacon jam & truffle blueberry gastrique App Veal Roulade-Stuffed with spinach and mushroom, & a sundried tomato Madera sauce Main Surf n’ Turf of lamb t-bone & lobster tail-Souffled potato duchess & tomato provencal Lambrusco & shallot Maitre D butter Salad Lil gem lettuce & brûlé raclette- apple, red onions, raspberry vinaigrette Dessert Mille feuille & chocolate truffle-Flaky puff pastry layered with whipped mascarpone & fresh berries with chocolate drizzle Live Music-Double Whiskey 6 PM $105 & 9:15 PM $115 Per person, + tax & gratuity
5 Course dinner with Jackson Family Wines
$95.00 per person
Jan 21, 2025 only
Jackson Family Wines and Cafe Degas 5 course Wine Dinner Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Amuse Benolio Prosecco Duck Mousse on toast point with red fruit compote Appetizer 2023 Natanzas Creek Chenin Blanc Seared Sea Scallops over Oyster Mushroom Risotto Salade 2021 Siduri Willamette Pinot Noir Duck Leg Confit Salad with raspberries & spiced pecans Plat 2019 Lassegue Saint Emilion Grand Cru Venison Loin Steak with Potatoes Boulangères Dessert Château Laribotte Sauternes Chocolate Mousse and red berries Mille Feuille $95 per person Anti Hangover Patches provided by Antidote

L'assiette de Patés
House made smooth & country pâtés with garlic and saucissons, fig mustard and cornichons
- Plate$11.00
- Board$16.00
Le Plateau de Fromages
Selection of domestic and imported cheeses
- Plate$11.00
- Board$15.00
Le Ravioli Maison$15.00
Chef's choice of homemade ravioli du jour -please ask your server
La Caille Rôtie*$15.00
Roasted quail over local baby greens, fresh seasonal fruit, spiced pecans goat cheese stuffed raspberries, quail egg, shaved red onion, Citrus honey vinaigrette
Les Escargots Bourguignons$8.50
Broiled escargots, herbed garlic butter, Herbsaint, parsley crostini
Les Moules Au Fenouil*$14.50
Prince Edward Island mussels steamed in white wine, fennel, fresh herbs served with pommes frites and roasted garlic aioli. For Eat Fit Nola, Sub vegetables for frites

Les Soupes & Salades

La Gratinée D'oignon$8.50
Our famous French onion soup with croutons and melted Swiss
La Salade Maison*$8.50
Bibb Lettuce tossed in Dijon vinaigrette with English cucumber, carrots, tomato and toasted garlic almonds
La Salade De Choux De Bruxelles$9.00
Seared Brussels sprouts, creamy gorgonzola, lardons, red onions, sherry vinaigrette
La Salade Au Crabe*$15.00
Jumbo lump crabmeat, shaved fennel, baby arugula, grapefruit, mint, crispy shallots, tarragon vinaigrette
La Salade de Chèvre Tiède$11.00
Herb & black pepper goat cheese baguette over baby greens, granny smith apples, roasted red beets, toasted spicy pecans, aged balsamic vinaigrette

Les Entrees

L'omelette de Crevettes Aux Fines Herbes$13.00
Omelet with shrimp, oyster mushrooms, apple smoked bacon, fine herbs, petite salade. For Eat Fit NOLA, Sub egg whites only*
Salade Niçoise Au Thon Poële*$18.50
Yellow fin tuna, Bibb lettuce, olive medley, haricots verts, boiled egg, tomato, red potatoes, white Boquerón anchovies, Dijon vinaigrette
La Crèpe Au Crabe, Sauce Hollandaise$17.50
Jumbo lump crabmeat, wild mushrooms, green asparagus
Grillades and Grits$16.00
Veal cutlets with Creole gravy, peppers, tomatoes, served with stone ground grits
Belgian Waffle$12.00
Crisp, classic waffle with white chocolate praline butter, fresh berries
Eggs Benedict$14.00
Two poached eggs, grilled Canadian bacon, English muffins, sauce hollandaise
L'onglet de Boeuf$21.00
Seared hanger steak, pommes frites, vegetables, toasted shallot and garlic bordelaise
Le Foie de Veau Aux Oignons Et Petits Lardons$17.00
Sautéed calf's liver, bacon, caramelized onion bordelaise, sautéed mixed vegetable

À La Carte

Hoppin' John's Stone Ground Grits
Bacon (American or Canadian)
Two Eggs
Pommes Frites
Asparagus
Brussels Sprouts

Les Boissons

Soft Drinks, Coffee and Iced Tea$2.75
Orangina$3.25
Perrier$2.75
Mighty Leaf Herb Tea$3.50
Espresso$3.00
Cappucino$3.75
Café Au Lait$3.00

What 2,971 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Cafe Degas offers an enchanting dining experience reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. Guests rave about the "wonderful ambience" and "excellent food." The French onion soup and escargot are crowd favorites, and the "great wine list" complements the meal perfectly. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a beloved New Orleans staple.

2,971 Reviews

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Dean
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic and service was outstanding! We’ll be back!
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Pamela
VIP
New Orleans
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Reservations - easy! Excellent food, wine, service and ambience Love Cafe Degas! We had three generations for dinner before Celebration in the Oaks Outstanding experience!
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Jane
VIP
New Orleans
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious and the the atmosphere! Haven’t been in years and it’s still wonderful!
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Steve
New Orleans
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
One of my favorite places I dine there about 3 to 4 times a yr but the service was a little slow tonight and the check was dropped off while we still was enjoying our desserts. I was going to order after dinner drinks but she cut that short lol hope it’s better next time
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Helen
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a fun cute place. The food and service were excellent. Excellent value. Steak frites were wonderful! Be aware that it is on the cooler side as most of the restaurant is outside or with protective plastic outer walls so wear warm clothing!
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Bernard
VIP
New Orleans
85 reviews
5.0
85 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This french restaurant never disappoints. It is always a great meal, from theffood, the service, the wine, the atmosphere. All great.
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Kelly
VIP
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently amazing!!! Always order the French onion soup and steak frites.
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Sharon
VIP
Houston
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very good quality food. Noise level high inside. Nice outside.
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Letty
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at Cafe Degas was really fabulous. 3 of us had the pompano special, and we all though it was outstanding. We've eaten there many times, and the food is always delicious. I called ahead to ask for a relatively quiet table, and we were kindly accommodated, with a lovely table in a corner. The restaurant is in a quaint house in a beautiful mostly residential neighborhood, so the ambiance can't be beat. I highly recommend this lovely establishment. Reservations are required, since it's always busy. You won't be sorry you planned ahead!
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Gerald
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful place. Good food. Nice staff. Always enjoy dining there.
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FAQs

Cafe Degas offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 945-5635.

Cafe Degas is rated 4.7 stars by 2971 OpenTable diners.