Arnaud's Restaurant

If you are into the iconic dining scene in NOLA, you will finally end up at Arnaud's. I made reservations for dinner and instead of the main dining room, opted for the Jazz Bistro (a reasonable up charge of $6). When one walks in, you feel the vibes of old New Orleans, with a classy dining space spread, that is large. Black tie waiters are attending to the numerous packed tables of diners, longing for the famous French Creole Cuisine.In general, I am not a popular diner with the wait staff, because I don't order booze, not a favorite of big portions and generally skip dessert. Here, I had room for dessert and two classics (both appetizers. First the Shrimp Arnaud (gulf shrimp marinated in the famous tangy creole remoulade) and second, the Crabmeat Prentiss (succulent Louisiana crabmeat, baked in a delicate Cheese Sauce). Both dishes were excellent, although the Prentiss could have done with more crab meat. I had room for dessert this time and ordered their strawberry option, that contained ice cream. It came in a citrus sauce that was so acidic that I had to separate all the ingredients from it. I was seated very close to the three jazz performers, but they kept going around and playing for table requests. Service was prompt, attentive and on the money. Definitely, a night to remember.

We normally love brunch here but it was a little off. The Turtle Soup with Sherry was excellent and the Waffle was very good.But you couldn't find the fish in the Eggs Fateux it was so small.The Crab Cakes were good but very small.The desserts were off too. The Strawberries Arnaud was too heavy with alcohol and you couldn't taste the strawberries. The Creme Brulee was almost runny and was lumpy.Service was excellent and we enjoyed the jazz trio.

Occasion: bachlorette trip brunchService: 5/5, flow of the dishes brought out was good, server answered all of our questions well!Ambiance: the live music didn't make their way over to us until after we finished our dessert. We asked a server if they could come over earlier in the meal and they told us we would be the next table. We ended up being 5-6 tables after that. Food: Some menu items were fantastic, others were just okay. The artichoke eggs Benedict will leave your plate sopping wet. Happened with all the 3 members of our party that ordered it. Crème brulee was very stiff, not custardy, and cold. We all agreed it tasted like it was premade in the morning or day before and stuck in the fridge for awhile. This is still a good place to come just for the environment and live music, that happens to have food.

Wow! We were in New Orleans for work and scheduled a team dinner here... it was so much fun! The restaurant was incredibly easy to work with in setting it up, everyone LOVED their meals, and the live music and New Orleans ambiance set it over the top. We had a little bit of everything, raw oysters, oysters Arnaud, escargot, cauliflower au vin, soufflé potatoes, creamed spinach, Brussels sprouts... and my Filet Au Pouvire was prepared perfectly. Incredible wine list, great cocktails and the service is top notch. I highly recommend Arnaud's for anything from date night to a work dinner!

My husband and I went on a date and brought our toddler along with us, even though this is definitely more of a quiet nicer dining type establishment. We went to the jazz area of the restaurant since we knew we wanted to enjoy some live music and that would also keep our son calmer throughout dinner. The trio was awesome.Wait staff was very accommodating and friendly. Service was prompt. We ordered the shrimp arnaud, which was delicious, and one of the best fish I've ever had, which I'm not going to attempt to spell here for fear of butchering the French language (see photo where I copy pasted it from the menu). I will say it is on the bottom right side of the menu and it was buttery in the best way possible, with the most succulent crabmeat in that sauce. Could have eaten the entire thing by myself but we always order multiple items to share so we can try everything. Meunière was honestly not my favorite. Wish I had picked something else for the second entree, but overall it was a wonderful meal and we will most definitely be back if we're ever in town.

I came to Arnaud's for the Sunday brunch. The restaurant was beautiful but the food was mediocre for everyone at the table. I wil say it was good value for the 3 course meal but the food was lacking flavor.The servers were very attentive and constantly refilled our coffees.

Simply wonderful! A must stop! Nice ambiance! Thoughtful and thorough service. The Oysters ArnaudOne each of our baked oysters: Bienville, Kathryn, Ohan, Rockefeller and Suzette were delightful! Having a difficult time choosing the waiter recommended Pompano DuarteSautéed fillet topped with Gulf shrimp and tomatoes, seasoned with garlic, fresh herbs and crushed chili peppers.... Yum! Yum! Wine recommendation was spot on! Bananas Foster made at the table! Delicious! This is a great place to come to! Great flavors. Wonderful service.

This place blew me away. My boyfriend made reservations here for my birthday. We both had never been here before. Keep in mind Taylor swift was performing so they were crazy busy. When we got there they immediately offered my daughter a Taylor swift bracelet. She couldn't decide so they let her take the basket to the table to pick one out. They originally were going to turn us down due to a hole in my jeans which would've been a super bummer since we drove from Baton Rouge. The hostess did put us upstairs which I honestly prefer. When I say every. Single. Person. Went above and beyond and was amazing. I absolutely mean it. When we sat down we had a drink server and a food server and they were on their game. I had 1 lemon drop and two glasses of wine We ordered the crab claws as an app which was great. My daughter got the gumbo and it was absolutely fabulous. My boyfriend got the fish. I got the filet. I wasn't wild about his fish but he loved it. My filet was pretty good and cooked perfectly. We got the banana foster dessert and they gave my daughter the baked Alaska on the house I will forever come back here.

If you're looking for a quintessential New Orleans brunch experience, Arnaud's Restaurant in the heart of the French Quarter is a must-visit. My party of three arrived right when the doors opened at 10 a.m. for their famous Sunday Jazz Brunch, and we were seated immediately in the main dining room where the jazz band performs. From the moment we entered, we were transported back in time. The grand entrance adorned in red and white, paired with the checkered marble flooring, instantly set the stage for an elegant and timeless dining experience.The waitstaff, impeccably dressed in black and white, added a sense of sophistication and attention to detail that enhanced the overall ambiance. The menu is a perfect representation of Southern French Creole cuisine, featuring local classics like turtle soup, grillades, shrimp clemenceau, and tableside-prepared coffee and desserts.For brunch, we opted for a mix of dishes that showcased the depth of Arnaud's culinary offerings. I tried the Grillades & Grits, which featured flash-seared baby veal scaloppine braised to perfection and served over grit cakes--rich, savory, and the perfect comfort food. The Seafood Gumbo was packed with flavor and the right balance of spice, while the Belgian Waffle was crispy on the outside and light inside, topped with fresh berries and syrup. The Shrimp Arnaud, Gulf shrimp marinated in their famous tangy Creole remoulade sauce, was a standout--refreshing and zesty. The Eggs Sardou--poached eggs over artichoke bottoms and creamed baby spinach with hollandaise sauce--was the epitome of Southern decadence.Arnaud's offers a prix fixe menu for brunch, which is an exceptional value at around $30 for a three-course meal. The pacing of the meal was perfect, allowing us to savor each course while the jazz band played in the background, creating the perfect soundtrack to our brunch. As the band made their way around the room taking song requests, we were serenaded, adding a personal touch to the dining experience that felt very unique to New Orleans.To finish our meal, we opted for a classic Bananas Foster, prepared tableside with flair. The server did an excellent job with the dramatic presentation of the flaming liquor, but we felt the bananas could have stayed in the fire just a little longer for a deeper caramelization. It was still delicious, but not quite the best Bananas Foster we've had in the city.Overall, Arnaud's Jazz Brunch is an experience every New Orleans visitor should have. From the elegant setting to the delicious Southern Creole fare and live jazz, it's the perfect way to indulge in the city's rich culinary and cultural traditions. Whether you're a local or a first-time visitor, Arnaud's delivers a classic New Orleans brunch that will leave you with lasting memories.

Such a cute New Orleans dinner!! Ambiance is classy & traditional. Service was good. The food as really good! The gumbo was my favorite but I didn't take a picture. We loved it. Great spot for an upscale dinner with friends.