A combination of beautiful architecture and old world charm makes for some truly beautiful places in New Orleans to enjoy a meal. We’ve scoured the city to discover some of the most gorgeous places that New Orleanians love to dine. Here are the best.

  1. Brennan’s, 417 Royal St.

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Yelp.com / Iris H. One of the most historic restaurants in the French Quarter, Brennan’s recently went through a large renovation. Filled with iconic dining rooms, this green and pink one in particular is truly beautiful. And of course, you’ll be treated to delicious creole and New Orleans dishes.

  1. La Crepe Nanou, 1410 Robert St.

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Yelp.com / La Crepe Nanou Enjoy the best crepes you’ll find in New Orleans in a sweet French setting. A lot of great atmosphere can be found here, perfect for a romantic evening at home.

  1. Restaurant August, 301 Tchoupitoulas

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facebook.com/restaurantaugust/ John Besh’s offers fine dining in a beautiful setting. You’ll be treated to a really special meal and a very high level of service. Plus the dining area is truly beautiful.

  1. Irene’s Cuisine, 539 St. Philip Street

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Yelp.com / Ashlie J. Step back in time to enjoy the old-world charm. It really makes you feel like you’re in a small town in a European country. It’s something really special that we think you will love!

  1. Café Degas, 3127 Esplanade Ave.

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Facebook.com / Cafe Degas Enjoy some of the best french food in New Orleans in this special dining room. It feels like you’ve stepped into a lovely garden area. You’ll be charmed by all the beauty found here.

  1. Antoine’s Restaurant, 713 St. Louis St.

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facebook.com/antoinesrestaurant/ Another historic restaurant, this place is known for it’s many dining rooms, which are all richly adorned and truly beautiful. All who visit here will certainly be charmed by the beauty offered. Plus, many Mardi Gras Krewes and other New Orleans organizations call this place home.

  1. Galatoire’s

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Yelp.com / Tatiana H. A New Orleans institution, Galatoire’s is really special. You’ll feel like you’re enjoying a great French meal inside of an old world bistro. And the service matches the atmosphere perfectly!

  1. Muriel’s Jackson Square, 801 Chartres St.

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Yelp.com / Muriel’s Jackson Square Right on Jackson Square, there is perhaps no better views available for diners in New Orleans. You’ll enjoy soaking up the stately dining rooms. And don’t forget to ask to see the special seance room!

  1. Commander’s Palace, 1403 Washington Ave.

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Yelp.com / Cyn E. Finally, you’ll love this gorgeous restaurant that has always been a New Orleans favorite. Garden Room dining, pictured here, is perhaps the best, as diners soak up the beautiful sights of the surrounding courtyard, filled with gardens. You will have a meal here that you won’t soon forget.

 

Yelp.com / Ashley B.

Yelp.com / Iris H.

One of the most historic restaurants in the French Quarter, Brennan’s recently went through a large renovation. Filled with iconic dining rooms, this green and pink one in particular is truly beautiful. And of course, you’ll be treated to delicious creole and New Orleans dishes.

facebook.com/lacrepenanou/

Yelp.com / La Crepe Nanou

Enjoy the best crepes you’ll find in New Orleans in a sweet French setting. A lot of great atmosphere can be found here, perfect for a romantic evening at home.

facebook.com/restaurantaugust

facebook.com/restaurantaugust/

John Besh’s offers fine dining in a beautiful setting. You’ll be treated to a really special meal and a very high level of service. Plus the dining area is truly beautiful.

Yelp.com / Scott L.

Yelp.com / Ashlie J.

Step back in time to enjoy the old-world charm. It really makes you feel like you’re in a small town in a European country. It’s something really special that we think you will love!

Yelp.com / Café Degas

Facebook.com / Cafe Degas

Enjoy some of the best french food in New Orleans in this special dining room. It feels like you’ve stepped into a lovely garden area. You’ll be charmed by all the beauty found here.

Yelp.com / Michael K.

facebook.com/antoinesrestaurant/

Another historic restaurant, this place is known for it’s many dining rooms, which are all richly adorned and truly beautiful. All who visit here will certainly be charmed by the beauty offered. Plus, many Mardi Gras Krewes and other New Orleans organizations call this place home.

facebook.com/galatoires

Yelp.com / Tatiana H.

A New Orleans institution, Galatoire’s is really special. You’ll feel like you’re enjoying a great French meal inside of an old world bistro. And the service matches the atmosphere perfectly!

Yelp.com / Muriel’s Jackson Square

Right on Jackson Square, there is perhaps no better views available for diners in New Orleans. You’ll enjoy soaking up the stately dining rooms. And don’t forget to ask to see the special seance room!

Yelp.com / Steven P.

Yelp.com / Cyn E.

Finally, you’ll love this gorgeous restaurant that has always been a New Orleans favorite. Garden Room dining, pictured here, is perhaps the best, as diners soak up the beautiful sights of the surrounding courtyard, filled with gardens. You will have a meal here that you won’t soon forget.

Where do you think is the most beautiful place to enjoy a meal in New Orleans? What is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below. We love to hear your comments and feedback.

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