COOLinary Extravaganza In New Orleans

Last Updated:July 21, 2025, 20:59 IST

COOLinary New Orleans event puts a spotlight on the city’s vibrant food scene offering multi-course, prix-fixe meals at celebrated restaurants across town

In New Orleans, food is more than just a culinary pleasure; it reflects the city’s rich history and evolving culture. From beloved local favourites like beignets and gumbo to globally inspired dishes served at iconic restaurants; the city offers an unforgettable dining experience at every turn. COOLinary New Orleans event puts a spotlight on the city’s vibrant food scene offering multi-course, prix-fixe meals at celebrated restaurants across town. This month-long event is the best time to explore the flavours of the city, reaffirming New Orleans as a top destination for food lovers everywhere.

Experience mouth-watering menus at the following participating New Orleans restaurants all August.

Antoine’s Restaurant – Antoine’s in the French Quarter offers traditional French Creole fare, as well as updated classics, in its beautiful and historic restaurant setting and 14 private dining rooms.

Arnaud’s Restaurant– Classic Creole cuisine with a charming French Quarter ambience featuring the traditional nostalgic main dining room or the lively jazz bistro with a strolling jazz trio. Experience the unique Mardi Gras Museum and James Beard-winning French 75 Bar.

Atchafalaya Restaurant– Atchafalaya is known as an establishment that embraces New Orleans culinary traditions while pushing boundaries with innovative food and a smart cocktail menu.

Apolline Restaurant– Located on historical Magazine Street, in beautiful uptown New Orleans, Apolline’s cuisine features local ingredients and global flavours in the perfect setting.

Brennan’s– For nearly seven decades, Brennan’s has charmed the palates and hearts of patrons with its splendid ambience, impeccable service, and authentic Creole cuisine. Masterful dishes like Bananas Foster and Eggs Hussarde are Brennan’s originals, and the restaurant today is a dazzling display of New Orleans’s illustrious past persevering in the present.

Brigtsen’s Restaurant

 Brigtsen’s offers modern Creole/Acadian cuisine served in a charming Victorian cottage by owners Frank and Marna Brigtsen.

Commander’s Palace Restaurant

The quintessential New Orleans dining experience loved by locals and visitors alike, and recognised with James Beard awards for food and service, and Wine Spectator’s Grand Award, is a testament to Southern hospitality.

Criollo Restaurant & Lounge

Criollo is the Spanish word for Creole, and true to its name, Criollo presents an amalgamation of Spanish, Italian, French, Caribbean, and African cuisines. Fresh, local produce and a seasonal menu reflect an appreciation for contemporary culinary tastes.

Crescent City Steaks

Crescent City Steaks is one of the best steak houses in the city, serving a wide selection of delicious, well-prepared steaks. Their bacon-wrapped filet is a must for meat-lovers alike.

Charlie’s Steak House

Located in uptown New Orleans, Charlie’s is the oldest steak house in New Orleans, serving sizzling steaks since 1932.

Cafe Normandie

Café Normandie captures the national affinity for French culture sparked by WWII by preparing French-influenced cuisine in the beautiful space of the Higgins Hotel.

Gautreau’s Restaurant

An upscale restaurant nestled in the heart of Uptown offering delicious French-Contemporary cuisine with favourites including Duck Confit, sautéed Red Snapper, and roasted duck and a changing, innovative wine list.

GW Fins

New Orleans premier, upscale seafood destination and locally owned, James Beard-nominated GW Fins is nationally celebrated for serving only the most pristine seafood at its seasonal peak with a menu that changes daily, created by acclaimed Executive Chef Michael Nelson.

Gabrielle Restaurant

Operating since 1992, Chef Greg Sonnier, a 2004 James Beard finalist, serves Louisiana Cajun and Creole-inspired cuisine at this fine dining neighbourhood restaurant.

La Boca Steakhouse

Independently owned New Orleans steakhouse inspired by the “parilladas” of Argentina, La Boca offers the largest variety of cuts in the city. The wine list is purely Argentine and offers the widest selection of the best wines of that region.

Lemoyne’s Landing- Enjoy good food with a view of the river in the backdrop of oldies, pop, and dance music at Lemoyne’s Landing.

Nobu-Caesars New Orleans- Nobu is a universally celebrated Japanese restaurant recognised for pioneering a new style of Japanese cuisine. The menu features Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso and Rock Shrimp Tempura, as well as other unique dishes.

Origen Bistro, LLC- Origen Bistro is an upscale Venezuelan cuisine in Bywater, serving fine wine, cocktails, and innovative creations by Chef Julio Machado in a warm atmosphere.

Osteria Lupo- Osteria Lupo showcases Northern Italian cuisine with a variety of house-made pastas, roasted meats and vegetables from the wood-fired oven, seafood, and other regional specialities.

Pigeon & Whale- P&W is a cocktail and oyster bar boasting the largest selection of oysters and caviar in New Orleans, unique takes on Coastal flavours, and craft cocktails focusing on Negronis.

Rib Room- Located in the Omni Royal Orleans hotel in the heart of the French Quarter, Rib Room blends tradition and relevance, offering a fine dining experience for more than 60 years.

Ralph’s On the Park- Recognised by Bon Appetit, New York Times and the Washington Post for fine cuisine, Ralph’s on the Park offers food fresh from local farms and waters, along with spectacular views of City Park’s moss-draped oaks.

Rizzuto’s Prime- Rizzuto’s Prime, located inside the New Orleans Hyatt Regency Hotel, offers an elegant private event space ideal for small gatherings up to 180 guests for a seated dinner or 250 guests for a reception-style event. Specialising in premium seafood, steaks, and classic Italian cuisine, Rizzuto’s Prime delivers a sophisticated dining experience in the heart of New Orleans.

San Lorenzo & Paradise Lounge- Hotel Saint Vincent’s signature all-day restaurant, named for the patron saint of cooks, is an ode to coastal Italian cooking with regional New Orleans influences. The timeless design is grand, with lush modern touches and outdoor seating. Paradise Lounge, the hotel’s lobby bar, is an airy and sun-drenched space (with an outdoor porch patio) open to guests looking for an all-day destination with coffee, cocktails, and food.

The Elysian Bar- Located in the city’s Marigny neighbourhood within a renovated rectory, church and courtyard of Hotel Peter & Paul, The Elysian Bar is a beautiful public space, bar and restaurant for those who are looking to have an exceptional dining experience. The familiar yet elevated menu paired with a completely domestic wine list and a large menu of aperitivo and classic cocktails invites guests in for the perfect meal.

The Pelican Club- Chef Richard Hughes offers a rich legacy of Louisiana cuisine with contemporary preparations of the finest fresh ingredients, including Gulf shrimp, Maine lobster, and Black Angus steaks in a clubby townhouse with paintings by local artists.

Tujague’s Restaurant- The second-oldest restaurant in New Orleans, operating for more than 160 years, Tujague’s has retained its reputation for providing an unforgettable dining experience.

Zasu- In Mid-City, Chef Sue Zemanick’s Zasu (James Beard Award-Best Chef: South 2013) explores new ways to inspire traditional favourites, creating a dining experience that is clean and light, but rich in experience.

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