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Cafe Amelie
Cajun and Creole Restaurant and French Restaurant$$$$
French Quarter, New Orleans
"Burrata; shrimp and grits; cheesecake were out of this world amazing"(18 Tips)
"Get the crab cake appetizer and Cochon de lait sandwich!"(4 Tips)
"Gumbo was excellent, couchon de lait very garlicky, yummy, and huge!"(15 Tips)
"The lamb meatloaf and the pecan pie are to die for."(4 Tips)
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Mathieu LanssensJuly 24, 2018Charming and beautiful (pet friendly) terrace, friendly staff and the food was among the best we had in New Orleans. Delicious. We will definitely come back here.
Jia O.May 24, 2016Favorites: catfish sandwich, shrimp and grits, cochon de lait, only complaint was the French toast was a bit dense and dry, make a reservation and request the courtyard
- Lucky MonkeyfishJanuary 5, 2013Gumbo was excellent, couchon de lait very garlicky, yummy, and huge! The star of the meal was the Chocolate melting cake with chicory coffee ice cream- amazing!! We might have to come to get it again!
Alexis VillanuevaFebruary 16, 2016I love the Shrimps&Grits and Cocktails: ask for the Mambo Mule or any other with ginger; excellent service. Stay in the terrace and enjoy the view.
Ryan TateJuly 8, 2016The courtyard cocktail, which changes regularly, was a superb start (a Moscow mule variation that still haunts me). The food was all superlative, particularly the creole poutin, shrimp grits, gumbo.
Elizabeth BursteinMay 7, 2017Awesome outdoor ambiance, indoor was nice too, the shrimp and grits were delicious, the Louisiana linguine was yummy but very heavy
Connie ChiuMay 1, 2017Gorgeous courtyard with some good food. The crawfish linguine, shrimp and grits, and gumbo are tasty! The 9 layer cake is good too but a little too sweet.
Raj S.May 4, 2012A great place to bring a date. The Chicken gumbo was absolutely incredible. I enjoyed the rye cocktail as well, but it was a little too sweet. You really can't go wrong with the menu.
StephanieMay 5, 2013The Smoked Salmon Smorrebro on Challah bread with a side arugula salad w/ fresh dill and cherry tomatoes was just perfect. Sit outside if you can, the courtyard is adorable!- Ariana VoyerJune 8, 2017Nice courtyard to sit outside. Order the shrimp and grits! Would skip the baked oysters with spinach next time.
Vivian EOctober 21, 2016Shrimp and grits, gumbo, and the orange blossom. Lovely atmosphere. Still thinking of that gumbo...
Debby NiesenApril 12, 2013South side Fizz and Ruby Slipper cocktails refreshing and not too sweet. Shrimp and grits small plate just right for lunch and very tasty with a bit of spice to it
KaitlinJune 16, 2015It's worth the wait for brunch. Really wonderful food and the most attentive service! A really quaint place, too, feels like the old South.
DenetteJuly 27, 2015The seating ladies weren't very professional but our server was delightful! The brunch menu and cocktails were great!! The outdoor seating is quite lovely but can get hot in the summer.
DrewskiOctober 29, 2015Cochon de lait sandwich, shrimp and grits, and poutine were all phenomenal. Outdoor seating is very cool. Highly recommend.
Diandra EsparzaJune 5, 2016Fig & Got cheese bread was AMAZING. Best Cajun chicken & waffles ever. Beet salad was very refreshing.
Maria VazquezJune 10, 2016The specials were delicious! We were a group of 10. 1 bride to be and her bride squad. The service was great. Thanks for the free shot!
Adrienne LNovember 9, 2014If the lamb meatloaf is available, get it! Very good breakfast cocktails as well.
Iain SchmittNovember 16, 2015The duck is divine, and the atmosphere is very intimate. Make sure to eat in the courtyard when the weather is nice!
Gadi ShamiaDecember 29, 2013Great cafe food. Roast lamb Croque was awesome and so did the curried pumpkin soup.
RobertoJanuary 26, 2015Best restaurant in NOLA. Lamb amazing. Ambiance stellar. Duck was special. Loved it all. Must go.
Zuriel BarronSeptember 21, 2014The Amelie pasta was perfect! The jumbo shrimp was delicious and the sauce was simple and delicate. Loved it.
E GoodenAugust 29, 2015Amazing cocktails....and the shrimp n grits are the best I've ever had. Also sit in the courtyard.- Melissa FooDecember 27, 2013Try the Brussel Sprouts A La Planca - So good we ordered a second plate.
Leigh KeaveneyNovember 24, 2013Get the crab cake! It's fantastic! The farmers market pasta was superb. Also, be sure to make a reservation... This place fills up fast.
Giorgia LucciolaOctober 24, 2014Waitstaff at the bar is awesome and incredibly helpful. Sit in the courtyard, it's beautiful.
Bruna CrepaldiOctober 8, 2016The duck carbonara are the best I've ever had! You won't go wrong with it!!!
Lee CurboMarch 12, 2011Absolutely yummy! I can also say that the corn linguini (forgive me for not remembering the exact name) was amazing.... And so was the berry crisp with vanilla bean ice cream!!
Enny LvMarch 23, 2014Tip: Make reservations bc they have quite a bit of wait. It's the prettiest little place ever. Didn't have enough time to wait 45 minutes but next time will plan for this.
Erica ReneeDecember 30, 2012Bring your date (or lady outing) here - the courtyard and Carriage House are both incredibly charming. Fantastic cocktails.
Maggie VasquezMay 1, 2016Amazing ! I'll definitely come back. I had the salmon. Very tasty. You should try it !
Becky OtterBotDecember 11, 2015Cochon de lait is delicious! The bread is quite light and airy which was a nice surprise.
Venkatesh HodavdekarMay 5, 2015Try to get outside seating. The pork cochon and meatloaf sandwiches are really good.
Avi SchwabJanuary 19, 2014Protip: order the meatloaf, cochon du lait, and two shrimp and grits. Share them between the two of you.
Raquel GCMay 4, 2017Great atmosphere and very beautiful patio. The food, however, is quite underwhelming
- Kelsey AndersonNovember 29, 2014Sit in the courtyard if you can. The lamb meatloaf and the pecan pie are to die for.
Cherie LeJeuneMay 7, 2011you must sit in the courtyard! absolutely gorgeous. ordered the chicken and andouille gumbo for brunch, very unique taste and loved it!
Ian Ker-SeymerMarch 29, 2013the food is superb, the atmosphere is delightful, and the key line pie is a must! A+!
Megan KruegerAugust 27, 2011Amazing food. Friendly staff. Sit outside in the courtyard in the shade. Great place!!!! A must for brunch.
CharlottesFebruary 1, 2016Overrated I thought when there's so much good cheap food around. I was hoping for and craving super clean, produce driven cooking. I got greasy crab cakes and pasta with an overly sweet Riesling
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Café Amelie is a rare combination of superb Louisiana fare served in a lush, enchanting New Orleans courtyard setting.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Thu–Sat
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
(504) 412-8965
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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