Ralph's on the Park

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4.8 (4474)

$31 to $50

Creole

900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119

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2 people

May 3, 2025

May 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Voted a "Top 10" Restaurant by NOLA.com readers and offering the city's best view of the majestic oak trees of City Park, Ralph's on the Park dishes up award-winning modern Louisiana cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. Executive Chef Christopher Vazquez's menu blends Creole, Cajun, and Southern Louisiana influences, driven by market-fresh ingredients. Vazquez sources locally, supporting community purveyors with dishes built from fresh produce, farm harvests, and Gulf seafood, following the region’s micro-seasonality.

Ralph's on the Park's Lunch is a freewheeling New Orleans tradition. Weekend Brunch is a festive occasion featuring inspired egg entrées paired with perennial favorites Turtle Soup and City Park Salad. Dinner draws locals longing to celebrate - something, anything! with good company, creative cooking, and well-crafted cocktails.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creole, Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(504) 488-1000
Website
http://www.ralphsonthepark.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Christopher Vazquez
Catering
Full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme, and budget. Our passion for quality ingredients, innovative cuisine, and exceptional service sets us apart and ensures your event shines. We are dedicated to delivering a professional, seamless, delicious, and above all memorable event!
Private party facilities
Ralph's on the Park offers three upstairs private dining rooms for groups from 10 to 200 guests. Breathtaking balcony views of City Park from every room. Expert and seamless planning, seasonal menus, and meticulous attention to detail. Celebrate the moments of your life at Ralph's on the Park!
Private party contact
Anita Montero: (504) 488-5100

Location
900 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
Neighborhood
Mid-City / City Park
Cross street
Between North Alexander & North Hennessey
Parking details
Restaurant guests are invited to self-park in our private parking lot directly behind Ralph's on the Park at North Alexander and Dumaine Street. Additionally, there is street parking along City Park Avenue.
Public transit
Canal Street Streetcar - 5 blocks from restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

3 Course Brunch
$45.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for our 3 Course Brunch menu and indulge in some of our most popular offerings. Start with City Park Salad or our soup of the day. For your entree - Gulf Shrimp & Vegetable Quiche {Sauteed Garlic Shrimp atop Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom Quiche with Tomato Bourbon Jam} or Grilled Ribeye {12 oz Ribeye, Asparagus, Bacon Jam, Fried Eggs} . Conclude with Lemon Icebox Pie or Blackout Doberge Cake. Please note, our a la carte brunch menu is also available.

Private dining

Popular dishes

Shrimp Skully$15.00
tempura fried Gulf shrimp, smoked almonds, Skully's Crystal & pepper jelly reduction, soy-ginger cream
Truffle Fries$10.00
hand-cut, truffle mayo
Crispy Fried Oysters$18.00
cornmeal fried, housemade remoulade
Steak Tartare$18.00
cured egg yolk, dried capers, shallots, black garlic salt, Dijon aioli, toast points

Soups

Classic Turtle Soup$12.00
topped with sherry
Soup of the Day$11.00
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Salads

Louisiana Strawberry & Roasted Beet Salad$13.00
whipped feta cheese, local mammoth pecans, shaved radish, basil, mint, Champagne vinaigrette
City Park Salad$13.00
baby red oak, romaine, Granny smith apples, Stilton blue cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Grilled Romaine Salad$11.00
Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, parmesan

Entrées

Grilled Speckled Trout$30.00
Local crossbreed cauliflower, Romanesco, alligator chorizo, fingerling potatoes, black garlic beurre blanc
Blackened Redfish$33.00
Brussels sprouts, celery root-apple purée, roasted pecans, Louisiana Meyer lemon gremolata
Royal Red Shrimp & Unicorn Grits$26.00
pickled peppers, crispy garlic, green onions, chili lemon butter sauce
Cajun Spiced Hanger Steak$29.00
baby green beans, roasted fingerling potatoes, chimichurri sauce
Wagyu & Avocado Cheeseburger$23.00
American Wagyu Beef, housemade brioche bun, red onion, cheddar cheese, lettuce, avocado mousse, jalapeño aioli, served with crispy French fries
Louisiana Oyster BLT Po-Boy$22.00
crispy fried LA oyster, applewood smoked bacon, tomato, romaine, tarragon-lemon aioli on Leidenheimer po-boy bread, with Creole potato salad
Sesame Crusted Louisiana Shrimp Banh Mi$19.00
pickled vegetables, cilantro, Napa cabbage, Sriracha aioli on Leidenheimer French bread, served with a marinated cucumber salad
Black Garlic Seared Steak Salad$25.00
4oz seared Denver Steak with black garlic molasses glaze, over local mixed greens, pickled grapes, cherry tomatoes, Louisiana citrus vinaigrette
Chicken Cobb Salad$22.00
blackened chicken, local mixed greens, diced Creole tomatoes, crab boiled corn, garlic chips, sliced avocado, boiled egg, Hook's cheddar, housemade remoulade

What 4,474 people are saying

Ralph's on the Park 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

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Loved For

New Orleans / Louisiana
Great for scenic views
New Orleans / Louisiana
Creole
New Orleans
Great for scenic views
New Orleans
Creole

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ralph's on the Park offers an "amazing view" of City Park, making it a "local gem" in New Orleans. Diners rave about the "delicious food," including turtle soup and crawfish dishes, and "excellent service" from staff like Jeff and Ellen. The ambiance is "beautiful," perfect for special occasions.

4,474 Reviews

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Nicole
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I chose Ralph's for lunch to celebrate my sister's birthday- the dining experience was great and Rachel provided impeccable service. I am very attentive to details- among those the personalized menu, tablescape and celebratory treats added just the right touch and made this celebration even more special. Thank you Rachel and staff for making our experience memorable! Nicole B. (Local)
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Claudia
New Orleans3 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
My experience was disappointing. Maybe it was an off night. My food was mediocre at best. The fish was delicious but the peas were way over cooked, the asparagus was tough and the artichokes were just soap.
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Lizabeth VIP
New Orleans11 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks and the service were to the usual standards. The food was a disappointment. The fish was overcooked and the vegetables were raw. I’m hoping it was a blip on the screen. I’m used to this place having rock solid quality control.
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent soft shell crab and crawfish bisque! Good Cajun spiced turtle soup. Small unremarkable fish w unremarkable sides
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Jackie
New Orleans11 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time back with the new chef. It was a definite thumbs up. Loved the new menu items along with the presentation. Our waiter was delightful and knowledgeable. Definitely a thumbs up and will return
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Tonia VIP
New Orleans17 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a business lunch here today, and the food was delicious. The crawfish bisque was delectable and we split the wagyu cheeseburger and fries. The $5 wine lunch - Devine!
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rumick
Sacramento3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was freshly cooked and very good. Rachel was our waitress and did an excellent job! All staff were pleasant and courteous. Excellent place for a meal.
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Cherie
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fried oyster appetizer- too salty-too much cornmeal Steak salad had pickled grapes that were unpleasant and all arugula. The steak was cooked perfectly but not identified on menu as skirt steak - strawberry shortcake biscuit was dry Fabulous atmosphere- lovely server-easy to hear your friends and easy to park.
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Maria
Chicago32 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu was prix fixe , three courses , with lots of wonderful choices for all courses . Delicious food , very friendly waiter , beautiful restaurant in front of City Park , although there was a bit of wait between courses . Have been there before and will go again, as the food is always excellent.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded on April 22, 2025
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ralph's on the Park. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality service, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to serving you again!
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cindy
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is fantastic and a good value. It is a busy place so it might be loud for some people. It was just fine, for my party. We had a wonderful experience.
Ralph's on the ParkResponded on April 22, 2025
Thank you for the review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fun and amazing experience at Ralph's on the Park. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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FAQs

Ralph's on the Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 488-1000.

Ralph's on the Park is rated 4.8 stars by 4474 OpenTable diners.

Ralph's on the Park does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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