French Market Restaurant and Bar - The Original
New Orleans
At a glance
French Market Restaurant and Bar, often described as the original Creole dining destination of the French Quarter, brings beloved family recipes to the table. Nestled on Decatur Street, guests can savor the authentic tastes of Creole cuisine, crafted from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Louisiana Gulf shrimp, jumbo oysters, and other sea harvests shine here, boasting a genuine Creole preparation from in-house recipes honed over generations.
A hallmark of the dining experience is the commitment to quality through homemade sauces and desserts, sidestepping any use of canned or pre-packaged items. The white chocolate praline bread pudding, prepared from scratch, exemplifies their dedication to both tradition and taste.
This venue offers a comfortable, casual dining atmosphere with the added charm of balcony seating. Patrons can enjoy the lively street scenes of New Orleans, accompanied by the backdrop of music that characterizes Decatur Street. Its location places it within a pleasant stroll from local attractions like the French Market and Jackson Square, making it an accessible option for both locals and travelers seeking a taste of local culture without the need for reservations.
For those who prefer the convenience of delivery, their menu is available to be enjoyed from the comfort of home. Additionally, French Market Restaurant and Bar accommodates private events, offering catering services for special occasions and large groups, ensuring guests can bring a slice of New Orleans culinary tradition to their celebrations.
Reviews
So good. Our waitress recommended the chargrilled oysters, I was hesitant because I hate the slime of raw oysters, but these were DELICIOUS. Full of flavor, well cooked, we wish we had gotten the full tray! The blacked gator was very good, and cooked well (not chewy). The fried pickles were also very good. They were cut thin, and battered thin, so they were nice and not soggy. Everything was full of flavor and delicious. The waitress was also a delight. We will definitely be back!
Fabulous dinner! We loved it so much we ate there twice in 4 days! The blackened gator was fantastic and I really hope they make it as a full meal instead of just on the flight/tri meal. The 2nd time we went our waiter made it happen for us so my husband and I had a whole bowl each of it. The shrimp creole was very very good as well as were the oysters Rockefeller. This is hands down the best meal we had our whole stay was the blackened gator! The staff were friendly both times and the atmosphere is laid back which is what we love. We felt welcomed and very well looked after. We will be there next trip! Wish I had not quickly mixed it up to eat and had thought to get a better pic especially since the owner is wanting to put it on the menu lol!
We know we are in New Orleans! Get it But if you have a restaurant and you know it's busy season hire more people, train them better do whatever it takes. The food was okay The services ... took forever to be seated with multiple empty tables . We were seated upstairs it looked more like a storage room with couple tables than a restaurant . Staff really didn't care much for the client. Wha a shame .
I was in New Orleans in February and was delighted to see a delicious restaurant from my past still thriving! It had been 25 years since I was in New Orleans and was excited to get to eat here again! I was not disappointed and the service was wonderful! Thank you for allowing me to get a menu for my collection..cannot wait to bring my sons in April!
Pros: - Quality of food: Authentic and Delicious. We ordered charbroiled oysters and jambalaya. - Service: Quick and Friendly Staff - Smells amazing before you even enter the restaurant - the open boil window to the street draws you in! Cons: - Bathrooms filthy and no soap or paper towels I would rate 5 star based on the pros. But hygiene is important (especially in food service). Thankfully, I had a bottle of hand sanitizer in my bag.
