Best American restaurants in Metairie

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37 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ralph's on the Park

4.6

Exceptional(3908)

$$$$

• American • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 34 times today

Voted a "Top 10" Restaurant by NOLA.com readers and offering the city's best view of the majestic oak trees of City Park, Ralph's on the Park dishes up award-winning contemporary Creole cuisine amidst relaxed, casual elegance. Chef Knut Mjelde's fresh takes on New Orleans favorites showcase the finest seasonal Gulf seafood, premium meats, and locally sourced produce.Ralph's on the Park's Friday Lunch is a freewheeling New Orleans tradition. Weekend Brunch is a festive occasion featuring inspired egg entrées paired with perennial favorites Turtle Soup and City Park Salad. Dinner draws locals longing to celebrate - something, anything! with good company, creative cooking, and well-crafted cocktails.

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2. Monday Restaurant + Bar

4.4

Awesome(220)

$$$$

• American • Mid-City / City Park

Booked 69 times today

Located in one of New Orleans’ most historic neighborhoods, Mid-City, Monday is an indoor/outdoor dining destination from restauranteurs, Larry Morrow + Lenora Chong.The house favorites include Chong’s flavorful twist on American classics with Truffle Mac & Cheese, Oyster Monday, Jalapeño Cornbread, Poke Nachos, Impossible Sliders, Banana Foster Bread Pudding and more.The bar menu includes everything from exclusive crafted cocktails to bottle service to all-day Happy Hour specials on Mondays. Ultimately, Monday promises to deliver a singular blend of excellent food, innovative cocktails, and one-of-a-kind experiences.Monday is open for lunch and dinner six days a week. NOTE:For Large Party Reservations (8+ ppl) and Private Events please email our Reservation's Manager at reservations@mondayynola.com

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3. Junior’s on Harrison

4.6

Exceptional(171)

$$$$

• American • Lakeview/Gentilly

Booked 21 times today

Welcome to Juniors! A strangely familiar, Lakeview neighborhood joint. We are keeping downstairs family friendly for the whole family and if you want to hang with just the grown folks, head upstairs and check out the full bar and balcony. Cheer and thanks for your patronage, we are grateful! -Nick & Lon

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4. Riccobono's Peppermill

4.6

Exceptional(508)

$$$$

• American • Metairie

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to Riccobono's Peppermill! We hope you enjoy your dining experience and feel as though you have been invited into our home. We proudly offer one of the city's top rated breakfast and celebrated lunch & dinner menu for over 42 years. Experience our fresh caught Gulf seafood, hand cut beef filets and superbly prepared classic Italian fare passed down through 3 generations. Saturday Brunch till 2 pm with bottomless Mimosas, Private Meeting and Dining Space for up to 55 people. The essence of New Orleans cuisine has changed little over the years. Trends come and go but what has remained constant for our family is warm hospitality and a reverence for timeless classic cuisine. Enjoy your visit to our restaurant knowing that you are as important a guests as the first person who walked through our doors nearly a half century ago.

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5. Parish Line Bistro Bar

4.2

Awesome(77)

$$$$

• American • Metairie

Booked 3 times today

Parish Line Bistro Bar, formerly Metry Cafe, is a concept and vibe conceived by longtime friends Mickey Parenton, Mickey Loomis, Gabe Corchiani and John Georges.Our menu, inspired by Chef Chris Wilson, features memorable dishes that will leave you wanting more. Our rooftop, open-air dining is the only space like it in Metairie. Whether you’re feeling like beer, wine or cocktails, our full bar will never leave you short of options. Inside or outside, upstairs or down, Parish Line will provide a memorable experience for your party that you’ll tell your friends about.

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6. Landry’s Seafood House – New Orleans Lake Pontchartrain

4.4

Awesome(1204)

$$$$

• American • Lakeview/Gentilly

Booked 25 times today

The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.

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7. Saltgrass Steak House - Metairie

4.1

Excellent(213)

$$$$

• American • Metairie

Booked 14 times today

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse in Metairie, LA famous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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8. Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant and Grill

3.7

Very Good(15)

$$$$

• American • Metairie

Booked 4 times today

Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant and Grill is a creole sports bar that is fun and serves tasty food. The staff makes everyone feel welcome, whether they are a regular or a newcomer. Since Bobby Hebert's is kid-friendly, it is a fantastic place for families to stop by for a delicious meal and enjoy each other's company. There are so many tasty offerings at Bobby Hebert's. The seafood gumbo is a must try, as are the Cajun French fries. Seafood lovers should check out the crab cakes with mushroom cream sauce or the barbecue shrimp. The restaurant does not skimp on dessert options! The Oreo crumble cake is mouthwatering and is covered with chocolate. The Kentucky bourbon pecan pie is topped with a lovely scoop of ice cream. For a classic, customers can't go wrong with the bandit's root beer float.

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9. Revel Cafe and Bar

4.5

Awesome(75)

$$$$

• American • Mid-City / City Park

Gastro Lounge and Craft cocktails by famous bartender Chris McMillian. Our Chef, Mark Falgoust, creates locals favorites of bar snacks, small plates, sandwiches and entrees.Chris McMillian is a New Orleans bartender and a co-founder of The Museum of the American Cocktail. Imbibe Magazine mentioned McMillian as one of the top 25 most influential cocktail personalities of the last century. McMillian, a fourth generation bartender, has been the chief bartender at several New Orleans bars, including the Library Lounge at the Ritz-Carlton and Bar UnCommon. As a cocktail historian, McMillian is known for telling stories or reciting drink-themed poetry while making drinks. McMillian has been mentioned in many magazines such as the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, and has been a public speaker at institutions such as the Smithsonian.

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10. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

4.8

Exceptional(4345)

$$$$

• American • Central Business District

Booked 48 times today

Named the highest rated steakhouse in New Orleans, this old-school steak restaurant is a powerhouse. The focus at Chophouse New Orleans is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meat, from barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts. The easygoing atmosphere complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.

Best American restaurants in Metairie

Price

37 restaurants available nearby

1. Ralph's on the Park

2. Monday Restaurant + Bar

3. Junior’s on Harrison

4. Riccobono's Peppermill

5. Parish Line Bistro Bar

6. Landry’s Seafood House – New Orleans Lake Pontchartrain

7. Saltgrass Steak House - Metairie

8. Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon Restaurant and Grill

9. Revel Cafe and Bar

10. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

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