Mambo’s
New Orleans
At a glance
Mambo’s offers an authentic taste of Cajun and Creole cuisine right on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Occupying a majestic three-story building, this restaurant provides a festive yet comfortable environment that captures the spirit of New Orleans. Within its stylishly rustic interior, adorned with vibrant local artwork, patrons can indulge in dishes crafted by chefs specializing in the culinary traditions of the region. Mambo’s is particularly known for its crab cakes, featuring plump crab lightly fried and embellished with a spicy crawfish and mushroom cream sauce. The restaurant stands out with its unique rooftop bar, the only one of its kind on Bourbon Street. This third-floor addition, constructed with reclaimed building materials, offers an indoor bar area that seamlessly extends to an outdoor terrace. Here, guests can unwind in a relaxed oasis above the bustling activity below.
The rooftop bar is a central attraction, providing a serene and atmospheric setting that offers a unique vantage point for enjoying the lively Bourbon Street below. With a menu that prioritizes authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients, Mambo’s ensures a culinary experience that resonates with both locals and visitors. Whether for lunch or dinner, this venue provides a re-energizing escape that encapsulates the diversity and vibrant energy synonymous with New Orleans.
Reviews
I got the crawfish etouffee and it is delicious. Full of flavor, well cooked (the crawfish aren't rubbery, the rice is perfect). I can't wait to come back and try more of their food. I came mid afternoon, and service was wonderful and very fast.
My husband and I own businesses and customer service is very important to us, and that in itself maybe makes it hard to impress us. We love having a good time and always recognize staff staff that goes out of their way to provide 😀 service. Britney S.- She was so warm and welcoming and makes really good drinks. Ellory- The manager is very handsome on and attentive. During our stay on Bourbon Street, we ate here 3 times. We had the grilled Chicken, Duck Wontons and if you love ❤️ oysters then you'll go bananas 🍌 for them
We had a fabulous time at Mambo’s. We had a girls weekend in New Orleans and our last dinner was here. We all ordered different food and shared everything. Both the fried and blackened gator was flavorful and tender. The BBQ shrimp was super and our waitress brought us extra rolls to soak up the awesome BBQ liquor - soooo good. We also had Mambo’s grilled oysters that were so tender and yummy, red beans and rice, crab cake pasta. Everything was just fantastic. I can’t forget the cocktails, and bread pudding were also so very good and the sauce on the bread pudding just made you feel all warm and cozy. The serving sizes were good and prices reasonable, but I can’t give a fair per person $$ because we ordered a lot of different items just to try more. Our host sat us by the front in the window so people watching while we were eating was a dinner and a show! And last but certainly not least was our fabulous server Breanna (Bree). She was friendly, attentive, and made sure our experience was perfect!! Thank you Bree for helping us end our visit on a high note. Highly recommend Mambo’s and if Bree is taking care of you, than that is an absolute bonus!!
The food was great and everything had flavor the mustard greens and red beans were packed with flavor. However, after adding a dash of hot sauce it helped offset the salty taste and added an extra punch! The Mambo's oysters were amazing! The crab cakes were my favorite and the best crab cakes I've ever had in my life and I'm from Louisiana! Our server was so sweet and kind. However, she never refilled our water. That's the only reason we gave 4 stars for service. Overall a great restaurant and I would definitely return!
Arrived early and was still able to sit on the rooftop (5 min wait). The waiter we had was friendly and helpful. Outdoor street view is ok, but eating outside in the night air was best part. Drinks: The mambo mule was refreshing with just the right balance of citrus and alcohol. The hurricane went down smooth. Starter: The duck wonton was fair, with the edges a little tough/chewy. Overall flavor was good. Main dish: shrimp po’boy was good with a very light/airy bun. The fried oyster platter was good. Jalapeño Hushpuppies were delicious, oysters were very good (came with tartar and cocktail dipping sauce), and well cooked fries. The only disappointment on the plate would be the coleslaw, as it was bland and didn’t match the rest of the meal. Still overall a good experience .
