Top 10 Places to Get Gumbo in NOLA
Gumbo, recognized by many for originating in Africa and eventually migrating to Louisiana, is much like the state itself: the blending of so many beautiful things. The special soup has a variety of recipes and variations, taking influence from Creoles, Cajuns, and many other ethnicities. People from far and wide love the flavorful dish, with the best places serving it right here in NOLA.
1. Neyow's Creole Cafe
3332 Bienville St., (504) 827-5474
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Warming hearts through food and atmosphere is Neyow's Creole Cafe, the lively restaurant that wows guests with its signature Creole dishes. There is no shortage of delicious items—red beans and rice, fried chicken and pork chops, and seafood pasta—but the tasty gumbo has people raving. Sitting on the menu is the filé gumbo, served in a cup or a bowl and made with shrimp, smoked sausage, and ham over white rice. Accompanying the delectable dish is a beautiful bar and the restaurant's low ambient lighting, creating the perfect intimate environment for friends and family.
2. Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop
2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022
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Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop brings joy to the community with this savory dish. Offering a variety of specialty gumbos, guests have more options than the eye can see. The menu features seven different stuffed gumbos to choose from, including chicken and sausage gumbo, yumbo mumbo with fried shrimp, mumbo gumbo with fried catfish, and many more. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this cozy spot is definitely worth the trip to Jefferson Parish.
3. French Market Restaurant & Bar
1001 Decatur St., (504) 525-7879
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French Market Restaurant and Bar is a seafood restaurant serving up history and great gumbo. Housed near the iconic French Market, the restaurant has been catering to the community since the 1970s with its delicious food, including their tasty gumbo. The spicy dish, served in a cup for $9 or in a bowl for $15, is made with sausage, pork, and many other savory ingredients.
4. Li'l Dizzy's Cafe
1500 Esplanade Ave., (504) 766-8687
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Li'l Dizzy's Cafe serves as the perfect host for food, fun, and community. The restaurant features a stacked menu with many options, including shrimp and grits, catfish, and dirty rice. The dish with high praise is the gumbo; their succulent stew is made with sausage, crab, and shrimp, and costs $9.75.
5. New Orleans Creole Cookery
510 Toulouse St., (504) 372-6022
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Creole Cookery, operated by the famous New Orleans Tusa restaurant family, offers a traditional Creole menu. The vibrant restaurant has the city talking, with savory dishes including jambalaya and pecan crusted redfish, but the gumbo has guests ordering seconds. Serving up its original seafood gumbo and gumbo ya-ya, their delicious options make for a beautiful present to one's taste buds.
6. Dooky Chase's
2301 Orleans Ave., (504) 821-0600
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Dooky Chase's Restaurant is made up of history, great food, and an unforgettable experience. For eight decades, the iconic Chase family has been wowing guests with delectable dishes and boatloads of fun. Their Creole gumbo is a dish beloved by many, served in a cup for $7.95 or a bowl for $13.95, proving to be a must-have for anyone who visits.
7. The Gumbo Shop
630 St. Peter St., (504) 525-1486
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Offering Creole staples and courtyard dining, The Gumbo Shop caters to New Orleanians through their tasty dishes. The award-winning family-owned restaurant sits in the French Quarter, serving seafood, chicken, and more; however, many cite the homy spot for its world-renowned gumbo. From seafood okra to chicken andouille, the gumbo tells guests the rich, flavorful story of the Big Easy.
8. Mr. B's Bistro
201 Royal St., (504) 523-2078
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Mr. B's Bistro lights up the city with its gumbo. The restaurant offers classic Louisiana dishes filled with great taste and love. Featured on the lunch menu is its seafood gumbo made with shrimp, crabmeat, and okra. One of the restaurant's signature dishes, the gumbo ya-ya, consists of chicken and andouille sausage.
9. Gabrielle Restaurant
2441 Orleans Ave., (504) 603-2344
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Gabrielle Restaurant has been catering to New Orleans since 1992, offering Cajun food made just right for the palate. The restaurant features unique dishes—barbecue shrimp pie and slow roasted duck—with their gumbo being a fan favorite. Guests can partake in the seafood gumbo or really treat their stomach by ordering the smoked guinea hen gumbo made with smoked hen meat and chicken apple-sage-sausage. The options do not end, as there is even a gluten-free gumbo.
10. Antoine's Restaurant
713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422
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This iconic restaurant has been touching hearts through its food since 1840. Blending French-Creole cuisine with their beautiful atmosphere provides a unique experience for guests. Offering a stacked menu with stellar dishes, their gumbo has caught the attention of many guests. Their seafood gumbo consists of okra, shrimp, blue crab, filé, and a slew of other delicious ingredients, making for a pleasant taste.
