Galatoire's 🍽️

What People Are Saying 💬

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Customer Praise

• "Our server Ace was very nice, and gave us 2 glasses of complimentary champagne. That was the best part of the evening."
• "Welcome to Galatoire's, an icon of the French Quarter and New Orleans."
• "Any visit to New Orleans is incomplete without a visit to Galatoire's."
• "Food and food service was amazing."

Atmosphere and Service

• "White linen tablecloths, candles, suited waiters with bow ties, Galatoire's has maintained its elegance for decades."
• "The staff seem to wander around like they’re lost."
• "They enforce a formal dress code, and if you arrive without a jacket, they'll provide you with one."
• "We observed waiters wandering around aimlessly."

Food Quality

• "The food was hugely underwhelming. The potato starter we had was awful - deep-fried pockets of air. The salad was warm and disgusting, and the duck crepe was a sickly mess."
• "The turtle soup was good but a little bit spicy for me. I like the fried appetizers and seafood gratin."
• "An outstanding menu catering to everyone, Galatoire's boasts an incredible seafood selection, including the most delectable oyster."
• "While the taste was decent, it fell short of gourmet standards, especially given the price."

Overall Experience

• "Over $100 for a regretful dining experience."
• "Once you're seated and handed the menu, the waiters are quite focused on upselling you on various items."
• "Securing a reservation can be tough, which might give you the impression that everyone is clamoring to dine at Galatoire's."
• "If you adjust your expectations accordingly, you may be able to avoid disappointment."