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- OTTampa / Central Florida West •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoRenee was excellent and gave the best scallops appetizer suggestion, they were delicious. The seafood was fresh, and everything was cooked to perfection. A wonderful, eclectic and respectfully priced wine menu for all. The cream brulee hands down the best we have ever had, and my husband and I both worked in hospitality for 20 years. This is a tucked away little hidden gem that is well worth it. My only misgivings large room after a game, one loud person can take over the whole room, I think I heard every play from the game, felt like I watched it. From the bar, the host, the food runner this is a meal you do not want to miss.More infoThe Pelican ClubPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter•4.7
- MLMLS99vipMontreal / Quebec •26 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023We had a wonderful and relaxed dinner on Jan 1st after a few days of crazy work. Our waiter Alek provided us with polished, friendly and unhurried service which allowed us to decompress and enjoy our cocktails and dinner. The food was incredible as always, fresh, creative and a perfect blend of flavours complemented the main protein of the dish. We ended with great coffee and bread pudding and walked away full and satisfied. Thank you to the staff of Muriel’s - have a great 2023!More infoMuriel's Jackson SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter•4.7
- MGMichelleGMemphis •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Service was exceptional! Food was delicious. Try the pork belly; it is fantastic. The scallops are delicious, and the vanilla ice cream is so good.More infoGW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter•4.9
- AAltobellovipSouth Carolina •22 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023In town for the weekend, and picked this place based on reviews. We ran into some locals who also said this was a great choice. We could not have been more impressed. Every bite was food was outstanding. JC and Jeremy hosted us as if we were their home. The most memorable brunch we had ever had!! The wood grilled fish, duck spring rolls and shrimp and grits were out of this worldMore infoMr. B's BistroPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerLas Vegas •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Wonderful service and ambience. All of the food was good and most excellent. We were at Jazz Brunch and the musicians were excellent and definitely added to the experience. Absolutely would recommend to anyoneMore infoAntoine'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter•4.4
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Child friendly restaurants in French Quarter include Brennan's, Muriel's Jackson Square and Red Fish Grill
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