New Orleans can certainly be a party city, but there are
times when you really want to slow it down and spend good quality time with
your sweetie. It's best to get away from the neon lights and loud music and
retreat to somewhere quiet where you can really enjoy each other's company.
This city has some of the most romantic restaurants you could ever ask for, and
they're all happy to make it a truly magical date night for you and your loved one.
Drink a little, eat a little, and love a lot!
It doesn't really matter where you go when you're with the one
that you love, but these highly-romantic restaurants are guaranteed to bring
out the ardor in you. They're especially popular for Valentine's Day, so plan ahead!
Best Date Night Restaurants in New Orleans
1. Peacock Room
501 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-324-3073, peacockroomnola.com
The Peacock Room is an elegant cocktail bar perfect for a romantic date night. Located in the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, it offers tasty bites such as blue cheese stuffed dates and snack boards with all the best bites. Let this beautiful atmosphere allow for you to relax and fall back in time.
Peacock Room also features a lovely brunch. Menu items include a full brunch board, biscuit board, and a delicious crawfish Benedict. Check out their live music and nightly specials for your next date night.
2. The Bombay Club
830 Conti St, 504) 577-2237, https://bombayclubneworleans.com
The Bombay club is located in the heart of the French Quarter, but its old-time feel and private courtyard will set the mood perfectly for your next date night. Their specialties include but are not limited to craft cocktails, single malt scotches, ports, reserved bourbons, and premium cigars.
The Bombay Club also has can't miss deals during Happy hour. Their menu features entrees and snacks such as fried boudin balls and truffled Brussel sprouts. They also serve a beautiful brunch featuring standout options like gator sausage hash. They often have local performers and events, so make sure to stay up to date with all there is to see at the Bombay Club.
3. Le Chat Noir
715 St. Charles Ave, 504-381-0045 https://lechatnoirnola.com
Le Chat Noir is a beautiful date night destination. This farm to table restaurant features fresh and creative delicacies and craft cocktails. They have over a dozen options of fresh oysters to choose from, and you can even try all of them at once as you can order one per each. Try out some fun dishes such as Ora King Salmon Crudo or Stuffed Quail.
Their cocktails are artistically created and delicious. Some great cocktails to try are the Vieux carre, the black cat, or the French buck. With locally sourced ingredients and homemade pasta, Le Chat Noir is a fantastic date night option.
4. Restaurant August
301 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 299-9777, restaurantaugust.com
Set in a romantic 19th Century French-Creole building in a somewhat quiet area of the CBD, Restaurant August prioritizes exceptional dining experiences over high volume. The tables are far enough apart to feel a sense of privacy, and the dining room has warm lighting provided by several gorgeous chandeliers whose light reflects off of the antique mirrors.
While you and your dining partner sip a
glass of wine, you can look over the menu of cold and hot appetizers, entrees,
and decadent desserts. You can also go for a more intense experience with the
Chef's Tasting Menu which can also come with wine pairings.
5. Commander's Palace
1403 Washington Ave. (504) 899-8221, commanderspalace.com
Everyone goes to Commander's Palace to celebrate something special whether it's a birthday, a retirement, an anniversary, or something even better. You'll often see gift bags and balloons as you wind through the bustling restaurant to get to your table. This is a perfect place to have a special, romantic meal because the atmosphere is festive and happy.
If you want an extra special meal, try to
get into the Garden Room before sunset. The stunning views afforded by the
floor-to-ceiling windows are exceptional and make for a beautiful background to
your date. If you really want a show, dine at The Chef's Table in the
restaurant's kitchen!
6. Gautreau's Restaurant
1728 Soniat St. (504) 899-7397, gautreausrestaurant.com
You may not even notice this Uptown restaurant when you walk past it. It is somewhat hidden behind lush plants so that you can feel like you're walking into a secret spot. Indeed it was formerly a neighborhood apothecary, but now it just serves delicious food that is irresistible for your night out. Take note that Gautreau's is open from Tuesday through Saturday between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended.
You may be tempted to try the Yellowtail Tuna with Sesame Scallion Rice Cake in a green garlic ginger sauce. Or look further down the menu for Filet Mignon with Grilled Peaches and Black Garlic Sauce Foyot served with brussel sprouts and fingerling potatoes.
7. Patois
6078 Laurel St. (504) 895-9441, patoisnola.com
This pretty Uptown eatery is sandwiched between Tchoupitoulas and Magazine, so it has more of a neighborhood feel than other restaurants. The dining warm is warm with a joyful atmosphere, and it's a wonderful spot have a good time with the one you love. The menu gleefully boasts about the traditional Louisiana cuisine with a French accent within it.
Though the offerings can change based on seasonal availability, you will certainly find something you love here. The Seared Scallops are plated with potatoes, roasted butternut squash puree, buttered green beans, bacon lardons, and picked apple butter sauce. The Grilled Hangar Steak comes with charred broccoli, steak frites, and ramp greens.
8. Clancy's
6100 Annunciation St. (504) 895-1111, clancysneworleans.com
Clancy's is a beloved New Orleans institution that has been serving since the late 1940s. Locals love coming back time and time again to take part in the restaurant's history. Part of Clancy's old-school charm comes from the menu which appears to be hand-written, and it is full of down-home favorites that will become a ritual for you and your significant other.
Clancy's is usually packed for lunch on
Thursday and Friday (available from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.). So you'll want to
take your date for a nice dinner. Start off with the very popular Shrimp
Remoulade before getting an entrée like the Sauteed Veal Annunciation.
9. Bistro Daisy
5831 Magazine St. (504) 899-6987, bistrodaisy.com
This bright yellow former Uptown home invites you to have a great meal, and they promise to make you feel just like family. Bistro Daisy is a cozy cottage restaurant serving some of the best entrees in the entire city. Sauté of Gulf Shrimp, Crispy Leg or Duck Confit and Roasted Breast Slices, and Seared Yellowfin Tuna are just the beginning of what you can experience here.
Just don't go home before you have some of
Bistro Daisy's beautiful desserts. A little Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee
with Fresh Berries or Lemon Creamsicle Baked Alaska with Raspberry Coulis will
certainly put you in the mood for snuggling.
10. Le Crepe Nanou
1410 Robert St. (504) 899-2670, lacrepenanou.com
There's nothing more romantic than crepes! Le Crepe Nanou is one of the most popular spots in town for date night. The richly decorated interior sets the tone for a passionate night. You may even have moments where you think you hopped on a jet and flew to Paris for the evening. The French bistro specializes in savory crepes, but that's not all they have.
If you'd prefer a traditional French entrée over a steaming crepe dish, try the Escalope de Veau (a paneed veal pasta dish) or perhaps the Crevettes au Vin Blanc Ail et Fines Herbes (Louisiana shrimp sauteed in white wine with herbs over pasta). It's difficult to make an unappetizing selection here. Be sure to make reservations in advance especially if it's Valentine's Day!
The Most Romantic Restaurants In New Orleans
These romantic restaurants are ready to host you and your
heart's desire for a night of fantastic food and drink in lovely surroundings.
Get all dolled up so that you can fully experience the romance that New Orleans can offer you. Whether it's your very first date or the celebration
of a long, fruitful marriage, these are the best places to come together.
What romantic things do you like to do in New Orleans? Let us know
where you like to go!
