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Root
(Now Closed)Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and American Restaurant$$$$
Lower Garden District, New Orleans
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Nickie TeeJune 25, 2012One of the best restaurants in New Orleans, hands down! The staff is awesome. The food is creative, delicious, and there are still healthy options. Wine list is impressive, too. Easy walk from hotels.
Sean SafahiApril 23, 2015One of the top 5 dining experiences of my life. I was blown away by the service, ambiance, food quality, and cohesiveness of the menu. I hope that everyone can have the experience that I did.
Bob BrierMarch 10, 2013Get the root vegetable starter dish - easy to overlook but so darn delicious. And yes do get at least one starter meat item at least for their homemade condiments - trust me on that one
Suzanne BeckerMay 26, 2013WOW WOW WOW. Spot on from decor to elevated yet approachable food. The service si out of this world. Our servers Rye and Carlos felt like family by dessert. Loved the charcuterie board, best ever.
Emilie DishonghJanuary 2, 2014Fantastic pickles on the giant charcuterie plate (think local chanterelles). The tendon was surprisingly good, and the heart bresaola and rillettes were great. Nice wine list too.
IdoitforthebaconSeptember 10, 2014You can not go wrong here... Not your typical NOLA fare, but worth the change in scenery. Crispy Pig Ear and Charred Brussel Sprout salad is a winner hands down!- Caroline ThomasMay 11, 2013I ordered two desserts because I just couldn't decide, and they were both amazing!. Don't miss the mint chocolate with house-made cocoa puffs and the Indian-inspired fruit/floral desserts.
Morganna MayAugust 22, 2012Face bacon! Yum! I also chose four courses that had a subtle hint of chocolate in each, which is probably my favorite thing to have in food. Wonderful knowledgable staff as well!
Darryll GillardNovember 21, 2011We tried 2 apps, the yard bird and two signature desserts (CMP and Coca Puffs). It was all delicious. You'll want to come back to try everything else once you've been there once!
Tori Denae'September 4, 2014The Black Lacquered Duck is astounding.[#FYI_there are very few vegetarian/vegan options but the menu is well worth exploration none the less!]
Mitch LNovember 10, 2014Got the gobi, duck and scallops - all great and very different. Fun cocktails too.
- Caroline ThomasMay 6, 2013We loved the root vegetable salad - so tasty! (But you must like firm, not soft cooked veggies) & the cochon de lait porchetta!
Rory ParnessFebruary 20, 2015If you want a break from all that Cajun food, this place delivers on some serious modern taste in an unpretentious manor. Don't skip dessert
Karen SilvaMarch 1, 2015I loved the restaurant. The informal atmosphere was really nice. I tried the Hot & Sour Lemonfish... Delicious!!!
Paul FisherAugust 15, 2013El guapo margarita is fantastic. The curried carrot appetizer and scallops were delicious. Great restaurant.
Dave SawyerMarch 8, 2015The scallops are a crowd favorite, but the hot & sour lemon fish is the real winner here.
Jim RayMarch 12, 2013Incredible, inventive food. If they've got the foie gras lollipop on the menu, order as many as you can.
John HaberlandJune 10, 2013Very friendly/courteous staff. If you're thinking about the veal pastrami sandwich, note the flavors are REALLY intense.
Anne FaderJuly 20, 2012Try ALL of the desserts! The table will go nuts trying some of the most creative dishes in the city!
Rob de la CretazDecember 15, 2013The fried chicken app is incredible. Awesome dry rub, sweet potato butter.
Joel GoldmanMarch 5, 2016One of the top restaurants in New Orleans. Happy hour 5 -7 from Tuesday - Friday
Lindsay KrellJune 9, 2013A $55 house-made charcuterie board may seem excessive, but if you have a party of 5-6 it's the way to go.
Gloria ChinFebruary 21, 2013try the smoked scallops, cornmeal encrusted louisiana oysters & foie gras cotton candy!
Jessica RooneyMarch 8, 2015The hot and sour lemonfish was amazing! Scallops were ok- cool presentation.
CatherineMarch 18, 2013Scallops. Get the scallops. The bar is full service and the bartenders are amazing.
Leslie KernJune 28, 2013Must orders: sweet tea chicken wings and the Cohiba smoked scallops. Fantastic!
Gambit New OrleansMarch 28, 2012Try the very spicy, Indian-style aloo gobi, served with potato, egplant and corn nuts. - Gambit's Five in 5
Insun ChongAugust 6, 2014Meat boards are interesting and exotic. Service is slow. It brings a unique vibe to NOLA.
- Gambit New OrleansJune 28, 2012Roasted Chicken: Dehydrated mushroom paper is draped over a deeply smoky bird. - Gambit's Five in 5 Read more
Lucinda WeedNovember 11, 2011Everything is amazing, vegetarian options on the menu! Molecular gastronomy abounds!
Serious EatsJanuary 7, 2014Dinner at Root is like a date with Willy Wonka—full of purposeful whimsy.
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Root sits on the second floor of Square Root and produces modern a la carte dinning with wrap around balcony and full bar.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
(504) 252-9480
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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