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Tana
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.8(622)Tana is an upscale Italian restaurant drawing from local Chef Michael Gulotta's New Orleans Sicilian upbringing as well as his time training in the Liguria region of Italy.
Experience cocktails in our comfy lounge with jewel toned plush booths and ambient lighting. Dine in the classically Italian styled main room with wood beams or The Villa, which is light and airy with lots of natural light, as if you're dining al fresca on the Sicilian coast.Ruth's Chris Steak House - Metairie
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(2,465)Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Metairie serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.
Ristorante Filippo
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(1,125)Chef Philip Gagliano is a native New Orleanian of Italian descent who LOVES food! Learning his culinary skills from his mother and grandmothers, Chef Philip serves delightfully classic dishes in an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Menu specialties include Oysters al Oreganate, Chicken & Veal served in 5 classic Italian preparations and USDA Steaks alongside traditional Italian Pasta dishes.
Chef Philip says "I am very attached to my Italian roots and have been in the industry a long time. My wife Mary and I work diligently at the restaurant to make it a wonderful place to dine for all of our guests. We look forward to welcoming you into our restaurant".Vacca Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(163)VACCA STEAKHOUSE
Indulge in the ultimate steak experience.
Porter & Luke's
Price: Moderate•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4.6(497)Porter & luke's opened in 2012 and was selected as one of the top ten new restaurants in New Orleans. We have also been Featured in the new Fox TV food show Flip MY Food w/ Chef Jeff. We are focused on fresh quality ingredients and great service. We pride ourselves in our guests having the premier dining experience. We offfer a great variety of selections from : Italian ,Creole, Cajun as well as traditional New Orleans Cuisine. Come by porter& luke's and try one of our fabulous dishes.Saltgrass Steak House - Metairie
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.5(340)Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse in Metairie, LA famous for serving Angus Beef steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
Fleming's Steakhouse - Metairie
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,079)Your Metairie Fleming's is located on the corner of North Causeway and 17th Street, in the northwest corner of the Lakeside Mall parking lot. Fleming's in Metairie is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.Los Jefes Grill
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4(21)We’re in the heart of Fat City in Metairie on the corner of 18th Street and Edenborn Ave, near Lakeside Shopping Center, close to the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, also about 10 mins from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Whether a local, or a visitor traveling to Louisiana, our cuisine is a great treat! As has been noted by many, Los Jefes Grill in Metairie has been chosen as their favorite Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Metairie, New Orleans and surrounding areas for takeout, delivery, dine-in and catering.
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- CChristopherDallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoMost amazing experience for our anniversary! Nicole was one of the absolute best severs we have ever had.More infoRalph's on the ParkPrice: Expensive• Creole• Mid-City / City Park•4.7
- JJessicaAustin •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing restaurant. Food is always consistently amazing! Service, drinks, and food is always spot on. 100/10More infoA TavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Metairie•4.7
- DDanielleNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoWe had our anniversary dinner at Fleming’s. They had a card waiting for us on the table. It was such a nice experience. We will definitely be back soon.More infoFleming's Steakhouse - MetairiePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Metairie•4.6
- MMichaelVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •9 reviews5.0Dined on May 10, 2025Awesome Mother’s Day Lunch with family. Food, drinks, desserts were all amazing.More infoP.F. Chang's - MetairiePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Metairie•4.4
- LLisaVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •39 reviews5.0Dined on May 5, 2025Thank you so much for holding our early dining reservation on Cinco de Mayo! The food and drink here are fresh and delicious. One of our 3 had a longer wait for the entree; not sure what happened. The sopapilla dessert is a favorite. The margaritas are varied and flavorful. Servers should check in a bit more often. Yes it was CDM but we were early and the server was not too busy yet to provide regular attention for drink refills etc. I have dined here often and will return.More infoHabanero's - MetariePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Metairie•4.5
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Discover Metairie
As a suburb of New Orleans, Metairie is not lacking in excellent food and restaurant options. Some of the highest rated restaurants are serving upscale Creole meals, classic Southern dishes, Caribbean food, and seafood. Pizza parlors, Italian establishments, restaurants serving small plates, and bistros are also available. Metairie-area diners boast dishes that you won't find in other parts of the country. Try some crawfish étouffée, a thick tomato stew made with hearty crawfish and served over rice. Gumbo is another must-try as many restaurants offer different specialty versions of this stew. Most are seasoned with sassafras and served with sausage, seafood, ham, or chicken.
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Metairie. Our customers recommend Tana, Desi Vega's Seafood and Steaks and Ruth's Chris Steak House - Metairie
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