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Borgne

"When people ask where in New Orleans to go for great local seafood,
I want the answer to be Borgne." - Brian Landry, Executive Chef




Chefs John Besh and Brian Landry grew up fishing on Lake Borgne, the epicenter of coastal cuisine in Louisiana.
Their shared passion for Louisiana seafood brought them together to create Borgne, a celebration of coastal Louisiana with a touch of Isleño influence. Borgne will be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, a CBD lunch spot, a quick bite before the game and a casual setting for a delicious dinner with friends.
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311 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
(311 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 311 reviews
5 stars
(96)
4 stars
(142)
3 stars
(48)
2 stars
(19)
1 star
(6)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.5 / 5
(Very Good) 3.5 / 5
Noise Level
2.6 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(177)
  • good for groups(146)
  • hot spot(89)
  • vibrant bar scene(87)
  • great for lunch(59)
  • special occasion(45)
Borgne Reviews List
Review 1 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

What did you say?

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The acoustics and background noise are so bad in this space, it sounds like you are dining in a busy airport terminal."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not what I expected

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was a confusing menu. The food didn't really represent New Orleans. The daily special was red beans with a fried pork chop. The red beans tasted more like a Chicago chili dish. Very disappointed. The waiter explained the food represented the Spanish side of New Orleans food. That might explain the chili. However, the name of the restaurant is French. Really would not recommend this to anyone for lunch. I spent over $100.00 for a satisfactory meal to less than satisfactory meal."
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 3 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Borgne is incredible. Service was great. Every dish we ordered was outstanding. Stuffed flounder, grits and grillades, salads, strawberry pies, duck poppers, cocktails!! Everything was very fresh, perfectly prepared, reasonably seasoned. One draw back - This is the loudest restaurant I have ever been to in my life. But, I will be back very soon!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Industrial space, but good food

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Restaurant is promoted as being from John Besh, but is actually run by Brian Landry, an excellent chef, but there is some false advertising issues here.
The restaurant is in the Hyatt Regency. Had we known this was a hotel restaurant we would not have gone there.
The ambience is very industrial, reminiscient of the cafeteria of a large company. It is cold and nosiy, with plastic chairs.
The food, however, is very good. The gumbo was the best I've ever had. And the service was excellent.
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Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 5 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The staff was very helpful in finding our party a quiet table. The food was very good."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 6 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was amazing. The portions were extremely large adn we definitely over ordered. The staff was great with service. Very friendly and helpful. The only negative was the accoustics. It was so loud and the way the place was set up we could hear a guy on the other side of the divie tables away clear as day every time he spoke."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene
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Review 7 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing flavors!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"EVERYTHING that we had was exceptional! Great appetizers and entrees. Stuffed flounder, Oyster BLT, pork grillades & grits. Don't miss this one!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food wierd space

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fortunately the food and the service at this place is top notch, like all Besh restaurants, because the space the Hyatt provided is just plain weird, a bit of a mix of Night at the Roxbury and a Luby's Cafeteria. The concept of the restaurants begs to be at a less pretentious space. Come for the food and the folks who work there, not for the goofy design they had to work with by moving in there."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing cuisine! Now, one of my top 5 restaurants in Nola...and that's saying A LOT!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Too bad the restaurant is located in a big chain hotel."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One You Should Not Miss

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Looking in from the outside, we had some doubts even though it was highly recommended. Our reservation was for 8:30pm and we were immediately seated. Being from San Diego, I thought we had experience every kind of margarita. These were were fresh tasting with a little after due to the jalapeno peppers. Our appetizer was the duck poppers; an incredible blend of flavors. I had the fish in a bag and my wife had the crayfish cavatelli as entrees. We both agreed that the fish in the bag fabulous. The service and food are not to be missed when in New Orleans.
Gene and Shari H.
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Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find
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Review 12 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Besh doesn't disappoint!

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I've been to every Besh restaurant in New Orleans, so we were very excited to try this new one in the Hyatt. We were able to get a last minute reservation for the last night of Jazzfest. The casual atmosphere reminded me of an upscale seaside restaurant. But the food was a true highlight. I had a shrimp and pasta dish with a delicious lemon sauce. It tasted so fresh! My husband had the fish in a bag and it was so flavorful. We stared with a yummy roasted beet salad. Definitely a repeat for future visits."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 13 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Here is a clue :- went twice in 5 days! Highly recommended"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not as hot as I thought

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We thought this was some hot, happening place by Chef Besh. Not so much. While the fried chicken was great my friends fish was so-so. The atmosphere was lively but all the diners were over 60. Plus, it is in the Hyatt lobby, no view, nothing special."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 15 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our group went to Borgne during Jazzfest weekend and had a great time there. The food, energy and service were spectacular! Two of us ordered the flounder and o-m-g that was amazing!! They give you a whole flounder with the head on and stuffed with seafood. The fish itself was so tender and cooked to perfection. I definitely would recommend this restaurant and when we go back to NOLA, we are going there again!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 16 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

very underrated!

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"top notch seafood -- creative, fresh and more reasonably priced than other NO eateries."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 17 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A must dine kinda place!!

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The broiled oyster are to die for!! Fish in bag is a must have. Between four of us we had 5 appetizers/4 entrees/2 desserts and all of them were amazing! Notably the best seafood in NOLA!!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 18 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Tasty but rushed

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The knockout on the menu is the duck poppers. The gumbo, and fish in a bag were very good, skip the stuffed flounder, doesnt work being served as a whole bone in fish on a tiny plate. Service was incredibly rushed, but it was Jazzfest Weekend. The tables are so small, which is not necessary since the space is rather large and open. We were four people and were constantly juggling plates, bread, glasses, etc. very frustrating. Thank God for the duck poppers!!!!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 19 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time visit

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Manhattan for starters were fine drinks. Oysters were bigger and better than Felix's the night before. and those were quite good. We had the Drum Fish with pecans and they were great and I would not hesitate to get them again. One member of our party had the crawfish pasta and was not happy with the sauce, but was compensated with the Chocolate cake caramel desert, which was a great way to end the meal. We also had a glass of local New Orleans port, which as you can suspect was not that good, but good try to the local vineyard..."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 20 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Service

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were fortunate to get an excellent waitress, who knew the menu and wine list. We had an exceptional experience for our wedding anniversary."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

another Besh best bet

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Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Marvelously prepared seafood (and others)! We remembered this place from a trip last year and enjoyed the food even more on our 2nd visit. It is a cavernous and casual, tastefully appointed but super-noisy room. Oyster almandine salad, drum main dish, twice-cooked chicken were all outstanding--well-cooked but very succulent. Portions were quite generous: the kitchen split our salad for us and we thought the first half plate the waiter set down was the whole thing, reasonably sized. Couldn't finish one (delicious) dessert among 3 of us. I wouldn't call it health food, but there is a lighter touch with the butter and bacon fat here than many NOLa spots. Wine list was decent, with all offered by the glass, a nice touch."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 22 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The duck poppers were outstanding as was the flounder stuffed with shrinp. the Executive Chef actaully delivered the poppers. that was a nice treat. Made us feel special. You just can't go wrong with a John Besh restauarant in NO!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was very good, as

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was very good, as one would expect from a Besh restaurant. The large room has an enormous bar, which was extremely busy and loud as it was a Jazz Fest night. In spite of the noise, I would find myself very happy to have a restaurant of this caliber in my hotel."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 24 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A totally different experience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A totally different experience than Besh's August. A little more trendy/casual but just as pleasant. Unique menu, heavy on the seafood, with very flavorful and creative dishes. Super friendly and helpful wait staff. Nice large bar as well. Was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the meal considering it's in a hotel. Even with so many great dining options in the area, Borgne is still well worth a taste."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 25 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This restaurant is in a hotel

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant is in a hotel - don't let that put you off from trying a modern take on "coastal" Louisiana food."
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Did not like this place at

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Did not like this place at all. My crawfish pasta had no taste; broiled oysters were breaded and ok; dessert was about the only great thing about this place. Service was slow for our group of 8 people. Weak wines; had two reds; once of which I sent back and the Pinot Noir was just average; for $15 I want a good glass of wine. Pretty disappointed overall. Looks like Chef Besh has spread himself to thin with this place."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2002
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 27 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Much too noisy. Impossible

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Much too noisy. Impossible to converse. Waiter seemed confused and failed to follow up after serving drinks and food."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
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Review 28 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was OK.....service was

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was OK.....service was slow...had to ask for waiter several times....food came out immediately."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
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Review 29 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

For being a Josh Besh restaurant,

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"For being a Josh Besh restaurant, and for paying the price we paid, we were not impressed."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
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Review 30 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A sure hit!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and service! The oysters on pasta was fantastic, in particular. It sounds plain, but it wasn't. The wine list can get very pricey, but we found a very nice wine for $32. The only negative was the noise level -- it was little loud due to the music and probably the acoustics of the room itself."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Reservations were for 10pm.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Reservations were for 10pm. Upon arrival half the tables were full and we were seated at the far end of the dining room. To say it was loud was an understatement. My guest and I had to raise our voices and lean into each other to carry on our conversation. I cant imagine the noise level if the place was full.
The food was good, but I was expecting more from the quality of these two chefs. My companion ordered the fish and it was not seasoned well. It was bland and required table salt and pepper to add flavor.
I went there for my birthday, and the staff did a great job of acknowledging my special occasion. The food service was incrediby fast and well timed. I was expecting a longer dining experience."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
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Review 32 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, reasonable prices.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, reasonable prices. Noisy, hard to have a conversation."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 33 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

went there for our 25th wedding

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"went there for our 25th wedding anniversary and can honestly say it was the best anniversary dinner we have had. food was perfect and timed extraordinary, service was top notch and they even went above and beyond to make our night special. Will definitely be back and will recommend"
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

john besh should be embarrassed.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"john besh should be embarrassed. food was maginaly. decor reminded us of a food court. and service was run by a bunch of teenagers. would not recommend."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2006
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Review 35 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Menu selection was limited

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Menu selection was limited with two specials that our party of four had to ask twice for an explanation of. Three seafood fish entrees and a garlic chicken entree was our selections. Food was OK but a little bland. Price was approximately 25% higher than food quality. Sauces with food were outstanding and salads were great. Brad served was fresh and warm. OK location but nothing to brag about."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was good though the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was good though the crawfish entree I had could have been more highly seasoned. The thing that stood out most about my exoerience was the service. Our server, I believe his name was Lance, was very personable and had great knowledge of the menu items: ingredients and preparation. He made our dining experience both enjoyable and memorable. I look forward to dining there again"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 37 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First trip to New Orleans.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First trip to New Orleans. Great food, especially the Oyster Pasta dish. Fantastic. Service was decent, although they did seem quite eager to clear our plates...unfortunately we weren't done eating yet! LOL...."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2010
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Review 38 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful place. Amazing food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful place. Amazing food and great service. The "look" of the place is a little more casual than what you might expect from a hotel restaurant featuring a celebrity chef, but the food and the service are as good as any fine dining in New Orleans."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2011
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Review 39 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We live in the warehouse district

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We live in the warehouse district and this is a greart addition to the CBD restaurant scene. The area over by the Hyatt has really come alive. A fun place to grab some quick, great food."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot
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Review 40 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Started off with a tentative

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Started off with a tentative and knowlegable waiter, the interior was fun and friendly, food was fantastic, John besh does a great job of mixing local southern favorites with a touch of contemporary uniqueness. Kind of noisy but that's New Orleans for you, great bar as well"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 41 for Borgne
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Wouldn't go back

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I would only recommend it if you are staying at the Hyatt and your flight has arrived late and you don't feel like going elsewhere. The restaurant was very empty while we there, seeming almost abandoned. The atmosphere is very cafeteria like. Our server was very airy and seemed truly stumped by pretty basic questions about the menu (what is sheepshead fish? What beer do you have on tap?) The food was just ok. The other John Besh restaurants at this price point are much better"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2004
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Review 42 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Arrived late in New Orkeans.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Arrived late in New Orkeans. Borgne stays open late! Didn't realize it's in the new Hyatt Regency. Big cafeteria like room with plastic/metal chairs and one end had a large group of ladies finishing a group dinner, so quite LOUD. My gumbo was okay but a small bowl for $9. The special pork belly with favas, peas, ramps and pasta was excellent. Hubby had alligator soup which was good and oyster spaghetti which was bland. Okay for a late night but definitely no August."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2000
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Review 43 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Chef Brian Landry and John

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Chef Brian Landry and John Besh hit a home run here. This is the second time that I have had the pleasure to eat at Borgne. The food is excellent, period, full stop. This time I had the Drum a la planche. Delicious, absolutely, delicious; the brown butter and pecan really compliment the drum. My companion had the friend chicken; amazing, succulent, not at all oily, with an amazing sauce. The best hot friend chicken I have ever had; I am partial to cold friend chicken.
My one complaint is that the decorations make the room feel a bit too open and austere. A divider between the bar and dining area would help to solve this minor defect.
A+++
"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 44 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall, an excellent dining

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Overall, an excellent dining experience."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We've been here many times,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We've been here many times, usually prior to attending an event at the Superdome or Arena. It was crowded but the service was excellent. The food was also excellent, as always (we both had the drum)."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good food, inconsistent service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Each time I go to Borgne, at least one aspect of dining experience does not measure up. The food is excellent each time, which is the only thing that is consistent at this restaurant. The hostess staff is terrible. They are not welcoming at all. On one occasion, the manager actually suggested that I go to another restaurant in the building because they were full, I didn't have reservation, and he couldn't give me an estimated wait time. The service has been mediocre at best. Food is prepared fast, but the servers seem too busy to be very attentive to your individual table. I've gone back several times, just due to the restaurant's proximity to the Superdome, but for no other reason."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2013
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Review 47 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Started off with a French

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Started off with a French 75...yum. then we had the empanadas with a very good sauce. We had the Oyster Spaghetti and the fish in the bag. The fish was a bit on the dry side. Service was wonderful. Not much atmosphere and a lot of noise."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for Borgne
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Somewhat crowded before the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Somewhat crowded before the Clapton concert but there was no problem getting us seated, served and fed in time. Beet/crab salad and pork shank were very good!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Borgne
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food but no place for a roman

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Their oysters on the half-shell and their black drum were superb. The waitstaff. however, spent a lot of time chatting with each other rather than paying attention to their tables. The noise level was more "painful" than "energetic." However, the food was so good I'd go again."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 50 for Borgne
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great for New Orleans seafood.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great for New Orleans seafood. Very friendly & fun service."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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