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La Petite Grocery

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 76 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

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.

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.<br /><br />There are Magazine Street bus stops located one block away.<br /><br />
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 Greens$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
Apple & Celeriac Salad$14.00
miti bleu, toasted pecans & white wine vinaigrette

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$37.00
tagliatelle, sherry, parsley & fried soft boiled egg
Braised Beef Short Rib$40.00
goat cheese polenta, brussels sprouts & butternut squash
Shellfish Stew$39.00
gulf shrimp, blue crab, littleneck clams collard green & ciabatta
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast$43.00
braised leeks, pancetta, preserved mushrooms, fingerling potatoes & green garlic jus
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
roasted cabbage, hen of the woods, sweet potato puree & blackberry jus

What 5,847 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Petite Grocery charms with its "amazing food and wait staff," offering an array of exceptional dishes like the "best shrimp and grits" and "crab beignets." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive" service and the inviting atmosphere. A "must visit" in New Orleans, it consistently delivers memorable dining experiences.

5,847 Reviews

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David
New Orleans
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was great! Something was on obviously going on with our server. She tried to pull it together but it was a while before she checked with us,took orders etc. food was great but so so
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Johnathan
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Probably the single best food experience I've ever had in NOLA. Bobby Margot is an absolute magician at running this restaurant the restaurant business is definitely his calling. Our waitress was AMAZING, so sorry I forgot her name. But she was GREAT. Will def be back 100%
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Lynn
Baltimore
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was solid, but not sure if it's worth the price. Appetizers were the stars of the show.
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Concetta
Indiana
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was delightful. I am so pleased I was finally able to dine there. The hardest part of the experience was making a selection of the exceptional menu. The crab beignets were remarkable and the beef short ribs over goat cheese polenta, sublime.
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Cassandra
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, amazing waitstaff and delicious food. You must try the blue crab beignets and the cheeseburger. Also the rabbit was fantastic.
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Alicia
New York City
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The name "La Petite" makes it sound like a quaint, charming, little restaurant. In fact, it is a bustling, fairly standard looking place, there was no real ambience. Everything was fine, but we felt rushed and sort of chilly. Like "here's your food, now get on with it." The food came very quickly and was just placed in front of us somewhat brusquely, no "enjoy" or such. The crab beignets were delicious, and are the main reason for a visit, though I wish our waitperson had mentioned they come 3 to an order. The tortoise bolognese was also very good, as was the rabbit. There was just something quite off-putting by the entire waitstaff and overall lack of charm to the place. (Perhaps they are not well-treated?) We were in and out of there in about 75 minutes, not quite the leisurely dinner we were anticipating. As a NYC resident, I'm accustomed to restaurants that tell you there's a time limit, 90 minutes being the average, and I appreciate a restaurant's need to turn the tables over as quickly as possible. There were plenty of open tables at La Petite Grocery, and no line at the door. We will not be back.
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Maribeth
Louisville
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Service, recommendations on food and drink were excellent! Fabulous evening dining experience!
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Scott
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve never had less than a great meal and experience here. One of the best restaurants in Uptown NO
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Santiago
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wondergul experience. The place looks local with a french vintage atmosphere. The price is a bit high for the rations, but I think the food deserves it. Everygthing we ordered was perfectly cooked and every little detail in the recepeices made the difference, it was all delicious. They have also a large menu for wines, bourbouns, whiskeys and other drinks. We were celebrating my wife birthday, and the waitress and the staff were very nice with us, we'll repeat for sure.
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stephanie
Mobile
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The roast chicken was perfection. Pair it with the Vetliver for a delicious meal!
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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 5847 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 76 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

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.

La Petite Grocery

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Appetizers

Steak Tartare$18.00

Ricotta Dumplings$15.00

Local Greens$13.00

Blue Crab Beignets$21.00

Citrus Glazed Pork Belly$19.00

Apple & Celeriac Salad$14.00

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$37.00

Braised Beef Short Rib$40.00

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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