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La Petite Grocery

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$31 to $50

French

4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

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2 people

May 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Come dine in this beautifully restored Uptown restaurant on Magazine Street and enjoy James Beard Award Winning Chef Justin Devillier's contemporary Louisiana Cuisine.

The La Petite Grocery name pays homage to the history of its home, a building that’s stood for more than a century. The original structure was built in the late 1800s and called the Central Tea, Coffee and Butter Depot. In 1908, a fire devastated the space and it was transformed into a full service grocery store. Later it was most notably a fine foods and butcher shop, VonderHaar’s Fine Foods until 1982. When La Petite Grocery opened in March of 2004, they similarly aspired to provide the neighborhood with exotic teas, locally roasted coffee, and fresh produce. By doing this, we hope to provide a dining experience that evokes nostalgia of old New Orleans. Reservations are preferred.

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Executive chef: Joseph Tiedmann

From the OpenTable editors: Head to this charming restaurant inside a historic building for exceptional New Orleans staples from James Beard Award-winning chef Justin Devillier. That means you'll find some of the best blue crab beignets in town and a rich turtle bolognese with a soft-boiled egg, both of which pair well with classic cocktails like an old fashioned. Brunch is a highlight here, too—an order of the creamy buttermilk biscuits and gravy is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(504) 891-3377
Website
http://www.lapetitegrocery.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for more info on planning your event.
Private party facilities
LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Neighborhood
Garden District
Cross street
General Pershing
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.There are Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Steak Tartare$18.00
pickled carrots, sesame, cured egg yolk & lavash
Ricotta Dumplings$15.00
hen of the woods, sherry & grana padano
Local Green Salad$13.00
marcona almonds, radishes & buttermilk dressing
Blue Crab Beignets$21.00
malt vinegar aïoli
Citrus Glazed Pork Belly$19.00
spicy cucumbers, carrots, kimchi & fried peanuts
Chilled Roasted Beets$18.00
LA crawfish, horseradish emulsion & pickled red onions
Chicken & Andouille Gumbo$16.00
collard greens & popcorn rice

Sides & Such

Roasted Broccoli$11.00
chili flakes & bagna cauda
Baked Macaroni$13.00
pecorino pepato & cornbread crumbs
Fried Green Tomatoes$13.00
burrata, country ham & oregano
Pickle Jar$10.00
daily assortment
Stone Ground Grits$7.00
butter, sea salt & chives
Hand Cut Fries$6.00
sea salt, chives & aioli
White Bean Cassoulet $13.00
confit pork shoulder & breadcrumbs

Entrees

LPG Cheeseburger$22.00
house pickles, onion marmalade, arugula, whole grain mustard, aïoli, gruyère & hand cut fries
Turtle Bolognese$38.00
tagliatelle, sherry, parsley & fried soft boiled egg
Seared Yellowfin Tuna$43.00
romesco, crispy potatoes & crushed olive vinaigrette
Shellfish Stew$39.00
gulf shrimp, blue crab, littleneck clams collard green & ciabatta
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast$43.00
cornbread dressing, tasso jus & fried sage
Panéed Rabbit$38.00
spaetzle, wilted greens, turnip puree & sauce grenobloise
Gulf Shrimp & Grits$30.00
roasted shiitake mushrooms, smoked bacon & thyme
Pan Roasted Strip Loin$50.00
anna potatoes, heirloom carrots, bone marrow butter & bordelaise
Heritage Pork Tenderloin$38.00
spring vegetables, country ham, kohlrabi purée & tarragon jus

What 5,996 people are saying

La Petite Grocery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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La Petite Grocery offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and wonderful service" in a charming historic setting. The "blue crab beignets are a must," and the menu is celebrated for its "creative and flavorful" dishes. Guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, making it a neighborhood gem.

5,996 Reviews

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Michael
Greater Boston21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service in a lovely historic building. Imaginative cocktail menu that made it hard to choose!The blue crab beignets were a perfect starter loaded with crab covered in a thin crust. The rabbit was tasty, tender and well seasoned. The turtle bolognese with an egg on top was very good. Can’t say enough about the wonderful servers- they were friendly and very responsive. A memorable addition to our Nola eateries.
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melinda VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious tuna for lunch. Hamburger always a fave. Expensive but then I suppose everything is these days.
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Alexander
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food!! Great experience and wonderful service
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kathy VIP
Cleveland34 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service! Offer a variety of daily specials, in addition to the menu. Highly recommend!
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Tim
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Super fresh and yummy food, with a unique NOLA twist. Would highly recommend anyone to dine here!
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Kristina
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal with great service - server was super helpful in explaining the dishes.
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Scott VIP
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time we are in NOLA, we make sure we go to Petite Grocery, I could eat there every night. Fantastic food; terrific ambience in a beautifully done old building; friendly staff; the works. Cannot wait to go back.
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Yuri VIP
Las Vegas54 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
One of our best meals ever!! No lie The combination of tastes and textures! Definitely worth the trek!!
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Matthew
Tallahassee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I have been to La Petite multiple times while visiting NOLA. This most recent visit with my parents was by far the best experience we’ve had. Our server, Katie, was fantastic. She was so attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and helped accommodate my onion allergy. All the dishes we tried were amazing but the shrimp and grits was so good we actually ordered a second plate. Don’t forget to try the desserts, they don’t disappoint!
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Robert VIP
Atlanta30 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food, adult cocktails and service. Blue Crab Beignets were amazing! Jazz Fest Cheesecake Ice Cream was also amazing. LPG never disappoints!
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FAQs

La Petite Grocery offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-3377.

La Petite Grocery is rated 4.8 stars by 5996 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

4238 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Additional information

Cross street
General Pershing
Neighborhood
Garden District
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Creole / Cajun / Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The St. Charles Ave. Streetcar is a short walk to the restaurant.There are Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.lapetitegrocery.com/
Phone number
(504) 891-3377
Catering
The La Petite Grocery team is available for Off-Site Catering and we specialize in intimate dinner parties hosted in the comfort of your home. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for more info on planning your event.
Private party facilities
LPG is available for Private Functions by renting out the restaurant. Our historic building is a beautiful setting for Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Luncheons, Company Dinners & more. We offer a customized experience, sure to make your special occasion memorable. Email michelle@lapetitegrocery.com for info on planning your event.

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Appetizers

Steak Tartare$18.00

Ricotta Dumplings$15.00

Local Green Salad$13.00

Blue Crab Beignets$21.00

Citrus Glazed Pork Belly$19.00

Chilled Roasted Beets$18.00

Chicken & Andouille Gumbo$16.00

Sides & Such

Roasted Broccoli$11.00

Baked Macaroni$13.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$13.00

Pickle Jar$10.00

Stone Ground Grits$7.00

Hand Cut Fries$6.00

White Bean Cassoulet $13.00

Entrees

LPG Cheeseburger$22.00

Turtle Bolognese$38.00

Seared Yellowfin Tuna$43.00

Shellfish Stew$39.00

Pan Roasted Chicken Breast$43.00

Panéed Rabbit$38.00

Gulf Shrimp & Grits$30.00

Pan Roasted Strip Loin$50.00

Heritage Pork Tenderloin$38.00

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