NOLA. New Orleans Shorthand for a return address with a hurricane swirl.... the strength of the storm by which Emeril Lagasse has taken his adopted home New Orleans with a whirlwind of fresh adaptations of classic Creole cuisine. Located in the French Quarter, this hip & fun restaurant's decor is almost as playful & sophisticated as its menu. Come & see how Emeril Lagasse breathes new life into the New Orleans cuisine he loves. Although walk-ins can be accommodated, reservations are highly recommended. Our dress policy is casual to business casual with no tank tops for men. Joshua Laskay, Chef de Cuisine, and Averriel Thomas, General Manager, are dedicated to providing you with that memorable dining experience.

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

(937 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 937 reviews

5 stars

(531)

4 stars

(270)

3 stars

(89)

2 stars

(36)

1 star

(11)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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NOLA Restaurant Reviews List

Review 1 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Restaurant

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Never make a trip to New Orleans without stopping at NOLA's!"

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 2 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very good food had a great experience"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 3 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best restaurant in New Orleans

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"NOLA was not only the delicious food you'd expect from Emeril, but also the best service imaginable. The wait staff was very friendly, helpful and delivered before you had to ask for anything. NOLA was the best and most pleasurable dining experience we had during our stay in New Orleans."

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 4 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious but noisy

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everything we ordered was unique and delicious. The wait staff was extremely helpful, friendly and attentive. If you're looking for a quiet, romantic scene, this isn't it. It's noisy. But who goes to New Orleans for peace and quiet?"

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

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Review 5 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Dinner

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was excellent, the service was great. Would recommend this anyone wanting a more casual atmosphere in an upscale restaurant."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 6 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great evening at NOLA's

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was our first visit to NOLA's. It certainly lived up to its reputation. There were four of us and we all had something different. Of course, we sampled each dinner. They were all fantiastic. Service was great. All in all it was the best meal I had while visiting New Orleans (and we had some very good meals). My dinner was the buttermilk fried chicken. The best I have had in many years. The other meals were great too, pork pie, pork chop and duck."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Review 7 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"AWESOME ! We were on vacation in New Orleans and went to NOLA. The bartender recommened a fabulous bottle of wine,our waiter Len was so pleasant and made great dinner suggestions. The entire staff was friendly. We enjoyed the whole experience fabulous!"

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 8 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A must do!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Loved the atmosphere! Food was awesome! Loved Loved the Creme' Brûlée'!"

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly

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Review 9 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

last night in NO

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"overall the dining experience was good. Great martinis. I had the swordfish fish of the day that came out dry, so that was a little disappointing."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 10 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fun night @ NOLA

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a wonderful time at NOLA. Their staff was warm and inviting and the food and wine selection was great."

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 11 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never disappoints

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Nola is one of my favorite no-nonsense restaurants in New Orleans. It is fairly casual, but the food is outstanding and so is the service. I love the barbecue shrimp appetizer - I could drink the sauce with a straw!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, kid-friendly

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Review 12 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

mothers day brunch

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Mothers day brunch this past Sunday was a real treat at Emeril's NOLA!
I think its my favorite of his New Orleans stores.
The food was exceellent, service very attentive and atmosphere is pleasant.
The lemon poppy seed ice cream is to die for!!! $"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 13 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

please inprove food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I ordered lobster benedict
The lobster was mushy and I did not eat it.
The waiter told the chef about it
Nothing was done about it.
What a let down to what I thought would be a great Mother's day meal."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: notable wine list

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Review 14 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food was delicious, served in a reasonable amount of time, and presented well.
Wait staff was courteous and knowledgeable about menu choices. We will eat here again."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 15 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The servers there were very gracious and professional. Food was hot and you could tell it just came off of the stove. I had the garlic-crusted drum. There wasn't a ton of garlic flavor on my fish, but it was still very good and I loved it even though I am not a huge fan of fried fish. Their signature NOLA cosmopolitan is very sweet and refreshing! For dessert I had the creme brulee, and it comes in three different flavors inside separate cups: vanilla, coconut, and chocolate. Vanilla was the best and you can see all the vanilla seeds at the bottom of the cup, but all them were so delicious, rich and smooth. The restaurant atmosphere is very classy but down to earth at the same time."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 16 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day weekend

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Still busy at 8 so don't worry about that. Great service and food sat on the third floor and could see some of Jackson square will be back to eat"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 17 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best food I ever ate.

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was fabulous. Enjoyed it much more than any other restaurant we visited while in NOLA. I would highly recomment the pork chop as it was the best I've ever had. Creme brulee was to die for. Service was excellent, staff was extremely attentive. This by far was the best part of our visit."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 18 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Emeril never fails you!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Was visiting NoLa and had to try another one of Emeril's restaurant. Was here for lunch and got my gumbo fix. The pork po'boy was more of a bahn mi - was a bit dry. The crab cakes were the high point w the right amount of BAM! even though it had some shell in it. Even though I was too full for dessert, I made room bec who can resist the list of deliciousness?"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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Review 19 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food does not disapoint

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"excellent as always this was our 3rd visit from Baltimore to Nola."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, hot spot

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Review 20 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"NOLA never disappoints with food, service, and atmosphere."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 21 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great dining experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service was outstanding along with the food. The dining area upstairs per elevator is very cozy and unique. Best dining we had while in New Orleans."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 22 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I ate at 2 Emeril restaurants while in New Orleans. Both were great, but overall I'd say NOLA was just a bit better. Great food and service. The pork chop was incredible and who could turn down trying popcorn ice cream!?"

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 23 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Half good.

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was our third meal at NOLA. I titled the review half good because my wife loved her meal and mine was just ok. My wife had the fish special and the bisque. She raved about both. I had the gumbo and found it very salty but good and then the fried chicken which was extremely salty and a little mushy. Our previous visits were good and I would go back to try again."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 24 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great food and service. I will go back the next time I am in New Orleans:)"

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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Review 25 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"For us, a trip to NOLA (the town) would not be complete without a visit to one of Emeril's restaurants. How disappointing. The food was just fair. I had the Fried Tomato Salad and the veggie pizza. The Fried Tomato Salad lacked flavor and the bacon was chewy and didn't seem fresh. The pizza was okay, but again, no BAMM! My husband had gumbo and a pork po boy. He said it was fair, nothing he'd want to go back for. We've been fans of Emeril's for years. NOLA was not what we expected in the French Quarter. It's a trendy place..seems like it may better fit in the Garden District. The service was over the top, literally.....sometimes less is more. The guy at the table next to us, actually asked the waiters to "go away"."

Dined on 5/04/2013

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Review 26 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

NOISY!!!!!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"As one would expect, food and service were world-class. Experience affected negatively by a large (8-10) table of loud, obnoxious inebriates. At times it almost seemed as if the NOLA staff were encouraging them to make a scene. I understand fully the concept of "Laissez les bon temps roulez," but was hoping for a more comfortable atmosphere in which we could actually converse. I'd go again, but hope I'd have the nerve to walk out if things got so ridiculously loud."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 27 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The restaurant is run in a professional manner with very good service and great food. The help were friendly and knowledgeable. The only possible criticism is that it is an open space in a rehabbed building so it is loud. Other than that, it is a great experience."

Dined on 5/03/2013

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Review 28 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ordering

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I enjoyed the Bloody Mary at the bar but I would order something different for my meal if I went back"

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Review 29 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

bad gumbo

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"You would think Emeril would know how to make gumbo.It was so salty I almost couldn't eat it.It was also to thin. The oysters were great as was the fried chicken. To incosistent for the price"

Dined on 5/05/2013

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Review 30 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our aneversary lunch

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went to NOLA for a special occasion and enjoyed the experience completely. Service was exceptional like every other time we have been at Emeril's. It is kind of odd that high end places like this are not as spendy as the bar food on Bourbon Street. Great people, food and service . The wait staff go the extra mile for sure."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 31 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Really enjoyed this restaurant. i ordered the drum (fish) and beet salad.... Both were excellent!!"

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 32 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Emeril's still got it

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I went with a mixed group of foodies/non-foodies and many did not know much about the New Orleans food scene. One was wine expert. Everything pretty much rocked! The wines were terrific--a Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, the squash blossom appetizer stuffed with cream cheese and crabmeat was delightful, and everyone enjoyed their dinner. I had the shrimp and grits and loved every bite! The cappucino for dessert was well made. No one could figure out how to eat the peanut butter and jelly dessert that we tried to share. It needed to be dunked in the glass of milk. We couldn't figure out whether to pour the milk on it to soften it or...what! Great service and wonderful ambience. The place is full of people who are proud to be part of it."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 33 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food if unsurprising

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I asked everyone I met with in Louisiana & Mississippi what one restaurant I had to go to when I was in New Orleans for part of one day. Of course, I got a list of 8 or so restaurants. I chose NOLA because I did want to experience one of Emeril's restaurants (also because a couple of the others weren't open for lunch on a Saturday). I think I had higher expectations going into NOLA. Don't get me wrong, what I got was great - a very tasty pork cheek poboy - I was just expecting more New Orleans/Louisiana-specific menu items. I mean, really, I can get a Cobb salad anywhere. It would have been nice to have had the option of other sides as well. Again, fries are pretty standard, even those these were very, very good. Chef's bar was fun!"

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 34 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

BAM !!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Thanks Emeril and staff. A perfect blend of that famous New Orleans ambience, sensationally savory Loisiana fare and sincere Southern Hospitality. From the moment we entered NOLA from a very rainy St. Louis Street, the staff made us feel more than just guest. The service was timely, the food was OMG perfect, and it was a memorable occaison for my wife, adult daughter and me. Fabulous recommendations from our servers too. The Best!"

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 35 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 2/13/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It is a fabulous restaurant. They provide outstanding service and delicious meals. It is my favorite restaurant in the area."

Dined on 2/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 36 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ok restaurant

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were expecting food to be better. We had lunch and ordered salad and pizza, don't get me wrong, they were good but nothing special. Service is really good though."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: hot spot

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Review 37 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not like 10 years ago

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I took my husband to New Orleans Jazz Fest for his 40th. One restaurant choice at the top of my list was NOLA given my amazing experience 10 years ago. It's not the same. It could be that unlike 10 years ago, I now live in NYC where I get the best of the best.....so "amazing" really has to be good. We LOVED the staff and the gumbo. My husband got the fried chicken - best part was the accompaniments. The chicken was average. I got the duck and it was...well, duck. Nothing special. Not bad, but when we got our $200 bill, we expect to have eaten $200 worth...and it just isn't anymore. Time to BAM it up, Emeril!"

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 38 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great time, food and service!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"With eight people all having a great time with wonderful food in the best city in the world who could go wrong! Enjoyed everything, staff was lovely! Really great wine list!"

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 39 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I wouldn't recommend NO WAY

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"For New Orleans and for such a well regarded chef this was a complete waste. Yes, the wait staff was great. But the food was too disappointing for them to matter much. Examples: pork chop was big but totally flavorless. Caesar salad was swamped with so much cheese & dressing you could have left out the greens. Suspect Emeril would not be happy with 1 good dish out of 3. Save your money for some Real NO Food. A Central Grocery muffalata is far more enjoyable."

Dined on 5/03/2013

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Review 40 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Is emeril worth it?

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was very good though the crab cake appetizer was a bit hot (spicy). The presentation was gorgeous. Service was good. Salads were very good, especially the beet salad! Yummm."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 41 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had duck, tough, not very flavorful. Menu limited. Sat upstairs, very high noise level, could not hear across table for two."

Dined on 5/01/2013

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Review 42 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Two of us had the drum fish. Maybe one of the best fish preparations I've ever had. Mahi and fried chicken outstanding as well. Service impeccable."

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 43 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Try the dessert

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The bread pudding souffle is unique and wonderful!"

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 44 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Expectations Exceeded

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I had read some fantastic reviews so my expectation level was very high. This restaurant delivered. Service was spot on hitting just the right note between being too casual and too formal. The food was to die for. We had the soft shell crab appetizer special. Delicious. I had the garlic drum. It was the best fish dish I have ever had. So good. My son had the salmon
and my husband had the tuna. They both enjoyed their meals. We shared banana layer cake and creme brûlée . Again delicious. So glad we came."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 45 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Yummy!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Best crab cake I've ever had...delicious! I definitely will return to try more dishes. The service was outstanding!"

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 46 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

sew sew

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Mrs Hays' stuffed ckicken wings were worth the trip.....however....when a glass of wine was up-ended by a waiter....we should have been seated at a new table while the staff cleaned and reset the soiled linens. There were many open tables at that time."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 47 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Perfect. Don't miss the Shrimp and Grits- best in town. My new favorite in town."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: late-night find, hot spot

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Review 48 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I liked everything about NOLA. I had the soft shell crab special at the suggestion of the waiter. The waiter was with Emeril from the early days, he was knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. I would eagerly go back and recommend the value to a friend."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 49 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

NOLA is a MUST-GO destination

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have eaten at NOLA roughly 12 times in the last 12 years. It is on the MUST-GO list with Brennan's brunch, Cafe du Monde's beignets, K-Paul's, and Commander's Palace. Of the bunch, NOLA is my favorite. The smoked duck is incredible, the shrimp and grits is an old friend, and the pork chops are the best I've eaten anywhere, period. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and especially attentive in a city where most restaurants' service is disappointing. Whenever I am headed to New Orleans, I immediately book my NOLA reservations to make sure I will get there at least once. You should too!"

Dined on 4/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 50 for NOLA Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistently Great in the French Q.

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Always enjoy this place. The menu changes frequently and it makes it hard to narrow the many great choices. Reservations are a must (thanks Open Table) and they keep everything on time. I will always make this a stip when I am in NOLA."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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