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Herbsaint

701 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70130

Herbsaint Bar and Restaurant is an upscale casual restaurant in the Warehouse/Arts district in New Orleans that features an acclaimed menu by Chef/Partner Donald Link. The vibrant atmosphere, a wine drinkers wine list and an experienced staff all support the serious but not stuffy menu and make Herbsaint a favorite among gallery goers, local New Orleanians and out of town visitors alike.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Girod Street

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.1 out of 5 (123 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies (94)
neighborhood gem (49)
notable wine list (35)
special occasion (35)
hot spot (31)
romantic (23)
great for lunch (16)
good for groups (15)
great for outdoor dining (15)
scenic view (5)
vibrant bar scene (5)

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Herbsaint Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Good)

"While the food was very good, it was not as good as the sister restaurant Cochon. Service was particularly undewhelming. We were told of a wonderful sounding special and the server indicated that there were limnited quantities available, howwever he never returned to take the order and when he finally did, none left. While the meals were solid, the desserts, Bread pudding and a chocolate concoction were both just average. Skip this one and call Cochon"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/21/2010)

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Review 2 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Each menu item made us curious enough to want to try it! The roasted beet salad was quite delicious, and paired with a small plate and dessert, was an excellent meal. Like many of the best restaurants in New Orleans, you could easily drive right past it - there nothing pretentious about the place - but it is all about the food!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/18/2010

(review submitted 03/21/2010)

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Review 3 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The back room where we were seated was very dark, now windows to speak of, and extremely noisy."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/18/2010

(review submitted 03/20/2010)

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Review 4 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great food and impeccable service. Able to accomodate special dietary needs with pleasure and great wine recommendations."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/17/2010

(review submitted 03/20/2010)

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Review 5 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I thought the food was excellent, but the server and the hostess were rude and not very accommodating. We had a child with us and it seemed like they thought it was a burden. I may eat there again, but the service really took away the quality of the food. The next day I went to Cochon, a sister restaurant, and had a better meal in terms of service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/15/2010

(review submitted 03/18/2010)

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Review 6 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Menu selection wasn't extensive but we found the food good. We were first put in back area which felt like a dungeon and asked to move to another table. We were then sat at a two-top by the bar. It was a little crowded, small table space but we did have a view of the outside which made the ambiance a little better.I recommend sitting outside weather permitting."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 7 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food was good, but the service was rushed and the place was exceptionally loud. We were asked to sit at table in the bar that was crammed into a corner despite having a reservation for a month. Potions were on the too small side. Small is OK but food wasn't delicate enough to be that small."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 8 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was great but the wait staff rushed us and even when we tried to slow them down, they just kept rushing us. Food was removed before people were finished and we had to say no. When we said we were not ready to order, the waiter just went to the next person at the table. It was very disappointing. And, they were not busy, we got there early and was seated early and no one was waiting for our table when we left. I told the hostess/manager how displeased we were. She apologized, but it was too late.

Won't go back. Too bad, cause the food really was great."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 9 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Outstanding!! Great Food & Service! A must for foodies!!!!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 10 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is one of my favorite uptown restaurants. Food is always fantastic. Fish delicious on every visit. My daughter loved shrimp and grits!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 11 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Had been before and loved it. Recently heard lesser praise. Went back and still loved it. Can't imagine what the issue was. Try it!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 12 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Among the top 10 meals we have ever had .Great price point. Exceptional!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/03/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 13 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"As a San Franciscan foodie for almost 25 years, I was most at home in this wonderful restaurant. It’s named after an anise-flavored liqueur made in New Orleans as an absinthe replacement in the 1930s. Chef Donald Link trained at the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco and won the James Beard Award in 2007 at Herbsaint. Other San Francisco connections include working with Loretta Keller at BIzou and opening Jardiniere with Traci des Jardin. The wine list is impressive and extensive, covering the world and focused on the Burgundy region. Very limited California wines. The food was outstanding, layers of flavors, simple elegant presentation, small plates. Wonderful experience and knowledgable staff."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/01/2010

(review submitted 03/03/2010)

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Review 14 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Susan Spicer is right, Donald Link makes the best gumbo in New Orleans. It was great to see that the spaghetti with guanciale is still on the menu, and the pork belly was delicious. We're grateful for Herbsaint, a restaurant with consistently good and imaginative food. We'd be there every month if we didn't live in San Francisco."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 15 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Might have been a too busy, but the food was okay at best and the service was slow. I need not go back until I hear things have picked up again. The wine was the best item we consumed Friday night."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 16 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Desserts are outstanding. Was slightly dissapointed with the entrees and specials. Have been before and had better."

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

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/19/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 17 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Had another very good dinner at Herbsaint during our recent trip to New Orleans. As usual the food was excellent. However, this time we were rushed through. Appetizers arrived during cocktails and main arrived seconds after the appetizers. Entire dinner was 75-80 minutes. This was on a Thursday evening and there did not appear to be anyone waiting. Service was a little bit too efficient! Maybe Herbsaint needs to slow things down?"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/18/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 18 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Restaurant very busy, sevice while good was very impersonal and abrupt. Felt extremely rushed as they were very anxious to turn the tables as quickly as possible. Will probably go back but try to find a less busy evening."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/22/2010)

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Review 19 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great service, even better food and wine offering. Dining room is noisy. Needs some sound tampening like curtains. Love this retaurant though."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/22/2010)

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Review 20 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Food was wonderful. Would definitely return again."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/17/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 21 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was wonderful - and those fries - extra yummy!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 22 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"First of all, very pushy waiter. This didn't stop me but swayed my husband. Moules frites were absolutely out of this world - the sauce - if no one had been around I would have drank it. Then downhill. "Crispy" salad was soggy w/ tough pieces of bacon & blan dressing. The "housemade" spaghetti that the waiter raved about was a mushy pile of pasta- from Pasta 101 class.

Entrees were strange & interesting -- you have never tasted the tastes chef puts together - ever. But, are they great tastes? not so much. You will find ingredients you can not identify. I was craving a steak a thick ribeye..but for some reason the chef thinks you only want the tender side part - so I ended up w/pre-cut pieces of fatty meat."

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

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 23 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Without a doubt,this is our favorite spot in New Orleans. The food is simply perfect -- always beautifully prepared and presented. The Creole/Cajun touch is never heavy handed; instead the dishes are infused with the regions best flavors and colors. The fish is local, fresh and perfectly cooked, and the gumbo is the best anywhere. And, of course, a glass of absinthe only makes all of the flavors even better!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 24 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was a great meal and the service was superb even though we were eating there in the middle of a parade going right down St. Charles. The food was awesome and it wasn't over pretentious which was welcoming and refreshing. I highly recommend eating at Herbsaint."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 25 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I cannot express how disappointed we were with our experience at Herbsaint. This is a James Beard award-winning restaurant, so I was shocked to receive food that frankly was inedible.

We started with the gumbo, which was average (rich roux but miniscule pieces of chicken and sausage). I had shrimp and grits (passable-shrimp were what you would get in a po-boy not at a high-end spot and beef short ribs (overly fatty and over cooked). My wife ordered the ribeye (absolutely worst piece of meat either of us tried to eat- just horrible). The fact that our server said nothing when the entree sat uneaten was shocking. Chalk it up to a bad night, but there are far too many great spots in N.O. to waste a dinner here again."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 26 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A fabulous restaurant but the noise volume is bothersome. Great service, fantastic fish and you don't tip the scales after a dinner there, the food is sensible."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Very Good)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 27 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We'll be back! The chicken-mushroom ravioli is worth the trip to New Orleans."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 28 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our dinner at Herbsaint was a wonderful experience. The food was unique, creative, perfectly prepared and presented. Excellent service. Can't wait to return. Herbsaint is a must for every visit to New Orleans."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 29 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best meals in my memory..the wait staff was extremely knowledgeable and the suggestions they made were on target. The food was simply superb. Herbsaint deserves it's excellent reputation...a fantastic experience all around."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 30 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"An unusual menu not for the odd-food adverse. Items like SLOW ROASTED KUROBUTA PORK BELLY may turn off some diners. Also, be sure to sit in the front. Back room quiet but a bit off energy-wise."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 31 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great food. Outstanding service. Wonderful dining experience."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 32 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Chef Donald Link, once sous chef for Susan Spicer of Bayona fame, is the genius behind my favorite New Orleans restaurant. A native Louisianian, his food runs more towards innovative Cajun / Creole, unlike Spicer's more French flavor. But trust me - the food is unforgettable. You MUST try the grits in tasso ham sauce. And if there is anything with pork belly on the menu, GET IT."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 33 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I have been to Herbsaint numerous times and loved it. This visit was subpar. The food was lacking in something. It was sort of blah. I raved about the Brown Butter Tart and it tasted stale and not up to the normal standards. Some of my guest didn't finish their food which has NEVER happened before. Bad night for the kitchen?
I also hate that they have removed frog legs from the menu. I would always get those because they were amazing."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 34 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Terrific small bistro with excellent food. Wide variety of wines in the $50 range are a steal. The wine steward made a great recommendation at a lower price than the wine I was considering. Classic dishes had unique twists such as a citrus duck confit and a panko crusted quail egg on homemade spagetti. We had a rookie server who keyed in the wrong entree by mistake, and we really didn't care because he had a great attitude. The manager expedited and comped the entree even though we told the server's teamate that it was no big deal. You need a reservation. Enjoy!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/20/2010)

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Review 35 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My husband and I were in New Orleans for the weekend and were lucky enough to get a reservation. The experience was great! I had a salad with a blue cheese- delicious and the shrimp and grits. My husband had the short ribs- the sauce was very flavorful. Great cocktail list; we each had a salty dog. We split a banana tart with the best caramel sauce I do believe I have ever tasted. I highly recommend Herb Saint and would visit again when I am in New Orleans."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 36 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is excellent and the service is very professional. Prices are in line with other linen-table cloth restaurants. The only negative which has kept me from making many more reservations with Herbsaint is that the tables are so close that I can't tell if I am eating my foood or my neighbors."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 37 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent food!! Dinner was fabulous. We really enjoyed the whole experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 38 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"has been very good in the past. not up to par this time."

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

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/10/2010)

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Review 39 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Excellent interpretation of traditional Louisiana cuisine using local products. Some attention to the needs of patrons who do not eat meat would have been welcome. We would like to see more than a single salad that is suitable for us, e.g. soup and risotto based on vegetable stock."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/06/2010

(review submitted 01/08/2010)

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Review 40 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Outstanding service and incredible dinner. We were very happy! The duck was outstanding and the shrimp was very good."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 01/07/2010)

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Review 41 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best meals I have had. Our service was great, and we can't wait to go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 42 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a delicious New Year's Eve dinner! Service and food were both wonderful. The only slight snafu was that we had a 10pm reservation and weren't seated until almost 11pm. Other than that it was perfect."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 43 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful ambiance .Our was waiter was excellent, very knowledgeable about the wine list. Every food recommendation was delicious."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/04/2010)

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Review 44 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Small plates with amazing local flavors. The quail was out of this world. The capellini with deep fried poached egg was superb. And the short ribs melted on my tongue. Go there!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 45 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Service was on point but we felt a little rushed. Arrived at 7pm and were back out on the street at 8:30 which is a little quick but not ridiculously so (and we did have three courses). Check was dropped on the table (literally) before it was requested which is a bit jarring for a fine dining environment. That is the sort of thing that wouldn't annoy me in a more casual place but with the white tablecloth atmosphere and prices at Herbsaint the waitstaff should have a little more finesse.

The food, as always, was excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 46 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Caveat re service. Wait staff awesome but in an odd twist bartenders surly and not the best.

Fortunately, you are not going there for the cocktails. Food is delicious."

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

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/26/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 47 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Herbsaint is a small and hopping restaurant close to the convention center that does a wonderful job of conveying local cuisine with attentive service. The tables are small and very close together and the volume inside is quite loud, but the food is excellent, the wine list extensive (and expensive), and the vibe just right."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/04/2009

(review submitted 12/07/2009)

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Review 48 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"The food was great, however I had a 9:00 PM reservation and was not seated until 10:15. When we arrived ON TIME the hostess said they were running 20 minutes behind and to have a seat at the bar. There was no bar room so we had to go to a next door to get a drink. After 40 minutes with no word from the hostess I went to ask when our table would be ready. She said just another 10 minutes. We finally got a spot by the bar but still have to wait another 35 minutes to be seated. I understand a 20 minute wait with a reservation on a busy night but an hour and 15 minutes is unacceptable. They called to confirm the reservation and could have easily called to say they were running late."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/05/2009

(review submitted 12/07/2009)

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Review 49 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a short wait for the table - had a drink in the bar while we waited, and enjoyed the energy of the place! Food was beautifully presented and delicious - we'll definitely return!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/04/2009

(review submitted 12/06/2009)

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Review 50 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We loved our special evening at Herbsaint. The tasting menu was excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/20/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 51 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Always a great experience -- will go back again and again."

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

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/25/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 52 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I started with the bass, lightly cooked with a crispy skin, Louisiana brown rice gratin, and satsuma-red onion salad. The fish was perfectly done and the sweet orange-grapefruit taste of the satsuma complemented it well. The gratin was a little overly cheesy for the light fish, but I still loved it. Dessert was grapefruit sorbet, and it's good they told me what the flavor was because I could barely taste it. Wines: I had a spanish cava and a domestic sparkling wine, but they would have done better with an inexpensive prosecco. Still, I give them points for excellent service and would be more than willing to try them again."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/21/2009

(review submitted 11/23/2009)

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Review 53 for Herbsaint

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We have loved Donald Links Couchon for several years and were thrilled to try Herbsaint. From the cocktails to dessert everything was a delight. While all of the food was a pure pleasure the brown butter tart makes my mouth water just thinking of it!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/19/2009

(review submitted 11/22/2009)

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Overall Rating

(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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