4 Best Contemporary French Restaurants In New Orleans

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1. Cafe Degas

4.8

Exceptional(3294)

$$$$

• Contemporary french • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 39 times today

Cafe Degas, nestled in the charming Mid-City New Orleans, is a delightful blend of Contemporary French and American cuisine, offering a truly authentic dining experience. Its menu, praised for being "artfully executed," features classic dishes prepared with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients that capture the essence of French bistro fare with a modern twist. Diners rave about the exquisite flavors, calling the French onion soup "the best I have ever had" and the escargot "fantastic." The romantic outdoor setting under oak-lined Esplanade Avenue further enhances the ambiance, making every meal feel like a "perfect, casually romantic" escape to a Parisian café.

2. Feliciana

4.6

Exceptional(138)

$$$$

• Contemporary french • Covington

Booked 34 times today

Feliciana Restaurant offers a sophisticated take on the classic French bistro, weaving together French culinary elegance with Southern storytelling. Vintage curiosities, subtle literary references, and thoughtfully placed artifacts evoke a sense of discovery and intellectual play, while the cuisine itself is rooted in French tradition and elevated by locally sourced ingredients from “God’s Country.”

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3. King Brasserie & Bar

4.4

Awesome(238)

$$$$

• Contemporary french • Central Business District

Booked 8 times today

King Brasserie & Bar in New Orleans' Central Business District offers an exquisite blend of Contemporary French and American cuisine, making it a culinary gem. Executive Chef Samuel Peery crafts each dish with a deep respect for authentic flavors and innovative techniques, drawing inspiration from the French Riviera and the local Gulf coast. Diners rave about the “delicious” and “well-balanced” menu, with standout dishes like the perfectly cooked Steak Frites and the unique grilled octopus. The restaurant is celebrated not just for its food, but also for the “exceptional service” and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-visit for any food enthusiast.

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4. Mansurs On the Boulevard

4.7

Exceptional(1205)

$$$$

• Contemporary french • Baton Rouge

PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS!MANSURS on the BOULEVARD has been a Baton Rouge tradition for over 30 years. Our cuisine is true to Louisiana, and it is combined with a Contemporary French flare. We have a full service lounge area complete with a beautiful mahogany bar for more casual dining and a nightly pianist in the main dining area for a more intimate atmosphere. Our menu serves the largest selection of fresh fish in Baton Rouge, as well as delicious steaks, seafood, our highly acclaimed Duck Mansur and Char grilled oysters. Whether you are looking for the casual night out, an intimate dinner, or a formal/business private gathering, we are the place for you. Dress Code is "Business Casual" mostly aimed toward gentlemen, we just ask you to take off any ball caps upon entering the restaurant, and refrain from wearing shorts, sleeveless shirts & sandals in the dining room. Contact us if you have any special requests or questions.

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Cafe Degas

2. Feliciana

3. King Brasserie & Bar

4. Mansurs On the Boulevard

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