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ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Ask for a table for two at ONE and three things will shake up your senses; the sleek, sophisticated atmosphere, the stellar service and an expertly prepared meal that you'll be talking about tomorrow. It's a small restaurant with a tight focus: turning out exciting contemporary Creole cooking.
ONE is an ambitious New Orleans restaurant packaged as a friendly, upscale, and neighborhood hangout. Rumors of its greatness have not been exaggerated! Owners Scott Snodgrass and Lee McCullough weave it all together!
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ONE is an ambitious New Orleans restaurant packaged as a friendly, upscale, and neighborhood hangout. Rumors of its greatness have not been exaggerated! Owners Scott Snodgrass and Lee McCullough weave it all together!
57 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 57 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(44)
- fit for foodies(33)
- special occasion(20)
- romantic(18)
- great for lunch(5)
- hot spot(4)
ONE Restaurant and Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and a great value."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a joint 25th anniversary--celebrate oldest child buying his first home celebration. Great service (and food rec). Relaxing. Loved the pork and crab cakes. Everybody had a great meal. Shared a fabulous chocolate dessert. Shall return."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always satisfying
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have dined here 5+ times and have never been disappointed. Always fun to dine at the kitchen bar and watch as they prepare the food. Wine selection is ok but could be better to compliment the experience"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great meal and wonderful service for a special occasion."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was delicious and the service incredible."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was spot on! Our waiter was well versed in the entire menu. He was patient, gracious and outstanding! The food was cooked to perfection. The star of the menu was the crabcakes and fried mirlitons... Amazing! Everything was delicious. Will definitely be back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One is a great hidden gem tucked away in the Riverbend neighborhood. The fried soft-shell crab was outstanding - fresh, great flavor, and not overdone like you'll find in many places. The ambiance is energetic and can get slightly loud, but it's not overwhelming. This was our third time dining here and we will definitely return again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Cozy and Cute
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My server MF was very attentive the restaurant was "rockin'" the night I visited since it was during Jazz Fest.
They make their own sourdough whole wheat bread and it was delicious. The oysters with Roquerfort were good, although the flavor of the cheese overpowered the delicate oysters a bit. My fish was described as "white flakey mahi" but wasn't very good (why don't they use locally caught fish?).
My main complaint was that the hot food arrived on a cold plate, thus creating lukewarm food. They could be so much better with just a little effort and common sense."
They make their own sourdough whole wheat bread and it was delicious. The oysters with Roquerfort were good, although the flavor of the cheese overpowered the delicate oysters a bit. My fish was described as "white flakey mahi" but wasn't very good (why don't they use locally caught fish?).
My main complaint was that the hot food arrived on a cold plate, thus creating lukewarm food. They could be so much better with just a little effort and common sense."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Eaten at One several times.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Eaten at One several times. Food is always good as it was this time, but took way too long to receive our entree (90 minutes from the time we were seated). All we had was an appetizer served at normal time. Then long wait for entree. Proprietor comped a glass of wine for our wait which was nice, but I would rather pay and not have such a wait. I will give them another chance as this is the only time I have ever experienced a problem."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My single favorite restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Like Cheers, everyone knows your name, only with gourmet, brilliant cuisine. Scottie is one of the most creative and innovative chefs in New Orleans."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had dinner at ONCE last
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had dinner at ONCE last year for the first time during JazzFest. We sat at the bar and watched three wizards at work, spinning out incredible food. We have returned several times throughout the year and have sent friends traveling down to New Orleans. (We live north of NYC.) Back again this year for JazzFest and our first dinner was at Once. Again at the bar, because the ballet with fire just adds to a delicious experience. Again delightful with excellent food; we will always return to ONCE."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A group of five enjoyed lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A group of five enjoyed lunch on a Friday at noon. Not crowded on this slightly rainy day.
Everything that I had was very good - squash and crabmeat bisque, bbq shrimp and grits, and chocolate torte."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 13 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good solid restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have not been in this restaurant for a while and was curious whether it is still as good as it used to be. This visit did not disappoint me: I enjoyed a lunhc with my guest there and will definitely come back again."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was interesting but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was interesting but not as great as I had expected from a recent review. The crab cake and the tomato 3 ways were very nice - bread was delicious. Very pleasant wait staff."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
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Review 15 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is truly a hidden gem.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is truly a hidden gem. The food was amazing, right down to the homemade rolls. I highly recommend this restaurant and can not wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 16 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food quality far exceeds the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food quality far exceeds the cost."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Truly a great restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Truly a great restaurant. Quality food at a great price. Excellent bartender. They excel in their preparation of fish. I would not order the filet mignon again. The meat was not of the best quality."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One is a $18 cab ride from the French Quarter, but we loved the idea of seeing the Garden District and thought it looked charming. The restaurant is located in an old house and met the charm factor. There were young people all around outside enjoying the evening so it had a college town buzz about it.
We were seated promptly and the server offered us a taste of two bottles of wine to help with our selection. We chose a nice Oregon pino. We had a lovely appetizer of scallops that were prepared perfectly. The disappointment was our entree. We shared the fish (mahi). It was served on one plate and we were handed a extra empty plate. The fish was bland and was served with two asparagus stalks. Unfortunately, I can't recommend One."
We were seated promptly and the server offered us a taste of two bottles of wine to help with our selection. We chose a nice Oregon pino. We had a lovely appetizer of scallops that were prepared perfectly. The disappointment was our entree. We shared the fish (mahi). It was served on one plate and we were handed a extra empty plate. The fish was bland and was served with two asparagus stalks. Unfortunately, I can't recommend One."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We only had appetizers but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We only had appetizers but everything was good. Its a cute contemporary cottage feel. Be sure you can negotiate steps as there are several to get inside."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Excellent food, third-rate service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my third visit to Le Foret in the past year. The food is consistent and has improved from very good to exceptional on my last visit. The service has also been consistent; consistently lacking and inadequate. On every occasion our waiter failed to remove empty cocktail glasses, appetizer and salad plates. Unbelievably, our entrée plates were used to push those items aside. I had to instruct the waiter to do his job and clear the table. We enjoyed two very nice bottles of wine on our last visit, and as the waiter and sommelier were nowhere to be found during the entire meal, I performed the refilling service. This is all the result of poor management. The food is exceptional, but the disappointing service will keep me away."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
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Review 21 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We celebrated a 40th birthday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We celebrated a 40th birthday there and had a great, relaxing meal. Didn't feel rushed or overwhelmed. Food was delicious and we'll definitely go back."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
no one ask if we have a reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"no one ask if we have a reservation they just gave us a table, the restaurant was empty. I did not like it."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
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Review 23 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unbelievably reasonable deal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Unbelievably reasonable deal - two courses plus a glass of wine for $35.00. Can't beat the price. The food was outstanding and our waiter was knowledgeable about the food and wine list. The crabcake and mirliton appetizer was delicious. Will definitely go back over and over."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Stand-By
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ever since my first visit in 2005, I have to eat at One whenever I'm in town. I like to sit at the kitchen bar and watch the chefs work. This time I brought a friend who was travelllng with me and she really liked it, too. I'm hooked on the fried Mirletons...wish they could figure out a way to package and sell them!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My only complaint is it seemed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My only complaint is it seemed the entire restaurant was trying to get served their dinner at the same time. At least 30 minutes between appetizers and main course. Our food was warm not hot but my veggies were cold. It just seemed the cooks were struggling to keep up. Even though delicious, I would love to taste it HOT considering the price. I love ONE and will still go back."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a long wait between
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a long wait between the appetizers and the entree. Otherwise, it was great!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent and the service very professional.
The owner chef personally watches over each and every meal as it is prepared.
The kitchen is visable from the resturant seating.
If seated at the proper table, you can if you like, watch the care given to the preparation of your meal.
The chef can also watch over his resturant to personally insure you proper service.
We have never had a bad meal or experience at this resturant."
The owner chef personally watches over each and every meal as it is prepared.
The kitchen is visable from the resturant seating.
If seated at the proper table, you can if you like, watch the care given to the preparation of your meal.
The chef can also watch over his resturant to personally insure you proper service.
We have never had a bad meal or experience at this resturant."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I have been to ONE several
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to ONE several times before and have always enjoyed the food. This time we had to wait thirty minutes past our reservation time to get our table. Then we waited about an hour to get our entrees, the appetizers arrived on time. The food was mediocre at best. Hopefully this was just an off night for the restaurant because I really do like ONE and will probably go back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and service was very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service was very good. We went on Valentine's Day night, so the main course took a little longer to arrive than desired, but it was busy and the kitchen is pretty small."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 30 for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Soup/salad/appetizers were
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Soup/salad/appetizers were great but our entree fell short of expectations. Presentation was nice but flavor was missing."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Ratings-Only Reviews for ONE Restaurant and Lounge
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
5 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic