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NOLA Caye, New Orleans, LA

NOLA Caye

4.6
4.6
644 Reviews
$30 and under
Caribbean
NOLA Caye combines New Orleans’ charm, culture and its genuine sense of hospitality with bold, fresh Caribbean flavors. The word "CAYE" eludes to a small island giving the restaurant's name a literal translation of "New Orleans Island" or "Isle of New Orleans."

Our menu offers Crispy Shrimp Tacos, Tuna Ceviche, Chicken Tortilla Soup, Cuban Sandwich, Ginger Salmon, Jamaican Jerk Fish and a Strip Steak with chimichurri sauce.

Save room for dessert so you don’t miss out on our Banana Crème Pie, Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich, Key Lime Pie or Tres Leches.

Our signature cocktails include “Climate Change” a hibiscus infused margarita with a fiery three-chili ice ball providing the catch phrase: “the longer you wait….the hotter it gets” Also try our “Bloody Jerk” which contains our house-made Bloody Mary mix. We dare say it’s the best version of a Bloody Mary New Orleans has to offer.

We look forward to serving you!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, Cuban, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 302-1302
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian & Pacific Islander, Women
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer Catering
  • Private party facilities
    We currently do not offer Private Events
  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross Street
    Baronne ; St. Joseph ; Howard Ave
  • Parking Details
    Valet operated through Domio hotel next doorAvailable parking off-street parking on St Joseph, or a garage located one block away on Howard Avenue
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 644 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans

    Great for brunch

644 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New Orleans is amazing. I’m never disappointed. NOLA Caye I’ll be back soon.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time visiting here loved every moment! Will be visiting again

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, good location, no wait, Ben was awesome

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  4. Ladell8

    Columbus

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fabulous time for brunch. The food was amazing. Those cheddar jalepeno grits are Next level. They accommodated my allergy no problem. I can’t wait to go back!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    This place has always been my go-to...unfortunately, I was disappointed because I always ordered the Jamaican Jerk fish dinner. However, they changed the fish from sea bass to ( I forgot the name of the fish), and it was thick and dry. I was not satisfied. Please bring back the sea bass! The manager and hostes were very nice and changed my meal, but my pallets were awaiting my fish.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love that you all hosted the Southern & Grambling Game when most establishments close for Black events. The bar tender actually tuned us into the game to watch! Tons of tips coming your way!!!!

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  7. VeronicaD

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Overall was good, food was pretty good but they brought the worst Bloody Mary ever, watery and without flavor. Wouldn’t exchange it or offered a substitution, which is unheard of here in NO (we are locals). Why would you compromise a good tip, or even the possibility of going back to your restaurant because of a really really really bad drink? Bartender was obviously not on point, and that compromised a good experience or return business… shame

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    2nd time visiting NOLA Caye and everything was amazing.

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  9. AmberT

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and good vibes! Never disappointed with the food or service.

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  10. JennesiaP

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I use to love this restaurant for brunch. But the food isn’t as good as it used to be. Just my opinion.

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  11. PatrickB

    Coastal Georgia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely one of our favorite restaurants in New Orleans. The food is always so good, and the service and ambiance are really great. The owner, Brooke, always stops by to check on us. Highly recommend.

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  12. DuaneS

    New Orleans

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely always a great place to go after a long week or just to have mid day meeting!!! ❤️

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  13. Brittney

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    Nice layout designed well , food was not tasty . I had filet with cheddar, grits, and eggs, and my husband had shrimp with grits. Also I expresso double shot and it was very cold. Also, my husband grits was cold.. the waiter kept forgetting whatever we asked for I needed a straw. I asked him for it and he forgot to bring it. Also we had to ask for silverware, but at the same time the waiter was real nice is very loud. Should I say noisy it’s a nice restaurant with real good potential.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Everything was over cooked. The fish was dry, the oyster and shrimp tacos were fried way too heard and we couldn’t find a shrimp in the breading to save our lives. The service was AMAZING and we loved the ambience.

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  15. Pearly

    Central Coast

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ALL the food is amazing here! We took full advantage of the happy hour menu and sampled the conch & crab fritters, guacamole, and crispy chicken wings. From the dinner menu we also had the ribs and salmon--both were delightful! Chris, our waiter, was attentive, professional, friendly, and fun. Because we ate early, it was quiet and unhurried.

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  16. TrishH

    Unspecified

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dinner was excellent, the Rum punch Martini was a fabulous addition and our server was a gem, we topped it off with the bread pudding big enough to feed 3- 4 people.

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  17. LaurenN

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! We had the steak sandwich, fries, bread pudding and banana creme pie. All very tasty! Great service and cute spot!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    Hostess did not greet need to do a better job. Gratuity was an added to a bill for a party of two when on the receipt it clearly says gratuity added to a party of five are more, so I’m not sure what was up with that. The waiter was nice.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Bottomless mimosas are worth it and our server was really sweet!

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  20. Brian

    Tampa

    119 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    119 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time diner. Close to convention center. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Quiet and quaint location. I would definitely dine again next time I visit New Orleans.

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  21. LoriD

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The conch fritter, shrimp and tacos! Yes! All fantastic! Will be back!

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  22. DerekM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Overall great experience. Our server Chris was wonderful.

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  23. DaciaW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great, however I’m not happy with the change of the mimosa glasses , they are too small and was spilling everywhere. Even as the waiter carried them to tables the champagne was spilling out of them .

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  24. Dee92

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice ambience, good drinks/food, cool date night spot.

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  25. APoland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Do not patronize this establishment! Horrible customer service, nasty, overpriced food.

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  26. DesseriaD

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I believe the young lady who served us name was Salina. She was very courteous she made sure our bottomless mimosas stayed full and we were happy with our overall experience. I definitely have enjoyed Nola Caye in the past but something about her service moves NC back on my top choices for brunch!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and atmosphere is awesome! I'll definitely be back.

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  28. TanishaM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The food was ok, it could have used a bit more seasoning. The Mex-epresso martini was the highlight of the meal.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The experience was amazing! She was the best, she offered great food and drink selections. She made sure we were great and that we loved our meals. The braised oxtails and the Salmon are the best dishes!!! Highly recommend.

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  30. Raine

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    It was okay. Not anything to want to go back. If my friends want to go I wouldn’t oppose.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was fast and the food was great. Always one of my favorite restaurants!

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  32. NandiC

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great meal and service. I love that this place stays consistent despite its popularity

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! We will definitely be back

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  34. TSNOLA

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    Great drinks, great ambience, food just ok for me but my dinner date (husband) enjoyed his meal.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great! I would come back ! I had the chicken and waffles

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  36. Aria

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    The food was among the most disappointing of the New Orleans restaurants I have eaten at. I did not eat more than a few bites of my food. This was my 3rd time there- the first was when it newly opened (I thought the subpar food might be related to that.) My 2nd time was for brunch- which was somewhat better- so I returned hoping the dinner menu might improve. It was horrible. The prices are incredibly high as well- save that money for a quality new Orleans meal.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience3
    Food was good but overpriced and nothing special. Our server was great. The restaurant was pretty warm/hot which was a bummer since it was so hot outside as well.

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  38. TyaH

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Beatrice(Bea) was a pleasure. She took gret care of us.

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  39. Finediners

    New Orleans

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for brunch, which is very, very good but the tacos on the regular menu are also awesome. Very cool place.

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  40. Trelljon

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Delicious food. Great ambiance

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from NOLA Caye using the Order Online button. NOLA Caye also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 302-1302.

NOLA Caye is rated 4.6 stars by 644 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for NOLA Caye

898 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Baronne ; St. Joseph ; Howard Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, Cuban, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Valet operated through Domio hotel next doorAvailable parking off-street parking on St Joseph, or a garage located one block away on Howard Avenue
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian & Pacific Islander, Women
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 302-1302
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer Catering
  • Private party facilities
    We currently do not offer Private Events
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