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- KKellyHouston •16 reviews5.0Dined todayDomenica was recommended by friends of ours and it did not disappoint! Food was outstanding - black truffle pecorino romano, spaghetti carbonara (CRAZY good), a rabbit/pasta dish (can’t remember the name), topped off by a banana dessert. Every table was taken the entire time we were there on 12.18. Highly recommend you book a reservation. LOVED our server, Heather. A fun evening.More infoDomenicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Central Business District•4.5
- WWhitVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •7 reviews5.0Dined todayGreat meal and service. Our waiter, Ike, was very engaging and fun.More infoRed Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter•4.5
- PPegHouston •6 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoA bit disappointing for a Waldorf Hotel experience. Service was very slow. We were seated immediately at the time of our reservation. Our drinks were well made and came from the bar in about 10 minutes. It took 45 minutes to receive our food on fried chicken Monday (when all diners were having the same menu). The chicken was a bit peppery for my liking, but my husband did not mind it. The honey butter biscuits were delicious. Staff were nice but not very attentive.More infoFountain LoungePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Central Business District•3.9
- MMeganChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoIt was such a wonderful experience. The food was amazing, and I couldn’t help but rave about it to anyone who’d listen. The service was fantastic they were efficient and friendly. The decor and ambience were so clean, chic, and beautiful. I cannot recommend this place enough!!More infoCopper VinePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Central Business District•4.8
- JJennNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 7, 2024We had an excellent experience! Service was exceptional, food was delicious and a great ambiance. If it’s a special occasion or for a more intimate setting, request a booth.More infoM bistroPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• French Quarter•4.2
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The best reviewed restaurant in New Orleans is Barrilleaux's Restaurant and Wine Bar
The best vegan restaurants in New Orleans are BABs, Domenica and The Pelican Club
The restaurants with the best service in New Orleans are Gallagher's Restaurant on Front, Don's Seafood - Metairie and Barrilleaux's Restaurant and Wine Bar
The restaurants with the best ambiance in New Orleans are Wild South, Fremin's Restaurant and Bayou Bar