Briquette

Order the fish otherwise you'll be disappointed. Those who had meat were not happy with their dishes. The red fish was a crowd pleaser and the Floating Island dessert was divine! So light and fluffy like a cloud. The service was slow but the servers were nice. Just make sure you have time.... 2-3 hours.

Unfortunately, one star may be nice for this restaurant. We were a party of two, so not a hard table. I ordered the Salmon, which I will say was cooked perfectly, but the cold slaw had great flavor yet it was ice cold (just out of the fridge) and I think ruined the fish. My partner ordered the twin medallions (cooked medium) with fish and scallops. When the dish was served one medallion was a nice thickness, but was very rare and the other was a thin overcooked hockey puck, the scallop was overcooked. Our server never came back and we got the server from the table next to us to take the food back. Our server brought the supposed new dish. Well it was 2 new pieces of meat both cooked rare and put on the same plate that was sent back with the scallop that had a bite taken out. Since the plate went back twice, we opted for another dish. Which came so fast that the server must have taken someone else's order. Not once did anyone in management come by to apologize and the dessert we were given as an apology did not have all the condiments with it. We spoke to the couple at the table next to us and although their food options were different (pork chops). They also said their food was not that good and would not be back.

We made a reservation for a nice birthday dinner with friends and family. We were seated immediately upon arriving. Our waiter was very friendly and took our drink order and provided the Bread for the table promptly. It was nice to see the chefs and souz chefs preparing food it added a unique ambience to the dining experience.My Dirty Martini was perfect! The Mussels were amazingly tasty accompanied with fries.The Scallops were so tender and savory. This was my favorite. The Seafood Gumbo rue was awesome. Every dish was enjoyed and filling. Hope to visit again while visiting New Orleans in the future.

I recently dined at Briquette in New Orleans, and while the overall experience was memorable, it had its highs and lows. The service was truly out of this world--attentive, friendly, and incredibly accommodating, especially for larger groups, which makes this place perfect for gatherings.As for the food, the appetizers really stole the show. We had one of each appetizer on their menu. Each one was bursting with flavor, perfectly balanced, and left me excited for the rest of the meal. Unfortunately, the entree didn't quite live up to the same standard. While the fish was certainly fresh, it had an almost too "sea-like" taste that wasn't particularly pleasant.All in all, Briquette shines in its service and appetizers, but the main course left something to be desired. I'd still recommend it, especially if you're going with a group and can enjoy the standout starters.

Delicious seafood restaurant in a large space. I always worry that these larger restaurants just mass produce food but everything I had here was really flavorful and I'll definitely be back. I ordered the scallops to start and the red fish fully loaded. The scallops were amazing and they came on this crispy cheesy thing. The redfish was very tender, and you can add crawfish crabmeat and shrimp for an extra $30. Absolutely worth it. Our server Michael was attentive and helpful. This is a great place for a large group or party.

Absolutely consider Briquette for your next event. They had a glass of champagne for our Krewe as soon as we walked through the door and the first course was already on the table ready to eat. Entrees came out in a timely manner and were all warm, which is a huge feat for 50+ people! I will definitely be going back to try more on the menu. (Some of these photos were taken by an event photographer).

Food was great - everything we had was well above average and tasty:Gumbo 9/10 (not pictured bc we devoured it too quickly)Halibut 8.8/10Lamb shank pasta 7.6/10Bread pudding beignets 9.5/10Ambiance was casual enough for a regular weeknight dinner but still upscale enough for a date. The decor was simple but cute, a mix of rustic and modern that many New Orleans restaurants have.Service was ok. After being seated we had to wait a while for our server to come to our table (long enough that we were looking for him for several minutes) and we had to get his attention. That being said, once we did get his attention he apologized and was very attentive and accommodating the rest of the time we were there. He was also helpful with recommendations and made sure we enjoyed everything.Overall I would eat here again and want to try some of their other dishes.

The ambience nice. Food was delicious. Our waiter was amazing. Enjoyed our time there. I will return if I am ever back in NOLA. Signing out from Cali.

I dined at Briquette during Coolinary week. They had a prix fixe menu, which I love those types of menus. The restaurant is large and can accommodate large parties. I saw a mix of different types of crowds from parties, to small parties to people on dates. The food was phenomenal. I had a salad, filet with potato's and veggies, and desert. I enjoyed every bite. I also had a lemon drop and chocolate martini and they both passed the vibe check. The chocolate martini was especially strong, but good for my "after desert" desert. The food can take a long time to come, but I didn't mind because the drinks are amazing and you can really enjoy your company in between meals, but don't go here expecting super fast meals. I personally love a personal dining experience where I can enjoy the company and meal. I cannot wait to go back. I can see myself going alone, a date, or with a group! Extensive wine selection for all the wine lovers!

Briquette is a beautifully appointed restaurant. The space is large, with the kitchen exposed through large glass wall. The week night that I visited was not particularly busy, maybe 1/3 full. My guest and I both ordered seafood entrees....the almondine trout was my choice. The fish was well prepared and the serving was large. This was accompanied by a fried potato medley, which was delicious. It also was served with French green beans, which were overcooked, too salty and not at all tasty. My guest reported that her dish was "underwhelming". We shared a very sub-standard Vanilla Crème Brûlée for dessert. The vanilla has a chemical quality and the topping was not real whipped cream, but some cheap "whipped topping ". ( NO excuse for these kind of shortcuts!)This restaurant has very good ratings, so my expectations were high. The price point is also high $$$. I'm very sorry to say that my experience was not good. With so many great choices in New Orleans, I will not return, nor can I recommend Briquette