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Nola
Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Bar, and Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
University South, Palo Alto
"The oysters were really fresh and tasty, as was the crabamole."(4 Tips)
"Awesome raspberry mojitos."(6 Tips)"Moron bowls make a great hat when ur finished"(3 Tips)
"Be sure to go for the whole dozen and get the basil gimlet."(3 Tips)
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Mike WinstonJuly 21, 2014Looks like a crappy Bourbon Street knock-off, but actually serves incredibly good Cajun food & cocktails. Don't miss the Crab Cakes, Boudin Bites, or Jambalaya. Read about it on WinstonWanders below!! Read more
Adam WJanuary 25, 2017Amazing jambalaya, delicious friend chicken with waffles. The whipped cranberry butter is to die for!
Anna JamesJuly 27, 2014Huge place!But all the fun is on the ground floor;top floor is for those who like the quiet.Food is Cajun fusion and delicious.We liked the Cajun Penne with spicy prawns and spicy Jambalaya.
Warren RichardsonFebruary 27, 2013This is my favorite place for Happy Hour or going out the mixed drinks are great and the food is tasty! The front lounge room is great for getting together with a couple friends
Luke BornheimerAugust 30, 2013Cornbread, mac & cheese, harvest salad, summer succotash and cheddar grits w/ shrimp were all insanely delicious! There was little not to like here; Be prepared to leave satisfied and full to the brim
Theodore HuffNovember 18, 2014The pulled pork po' boy concerned me, but they at least got the bread style spot on. The gumbo was really tasty. Awesome vibe!
Meenal TambeSeptember 22, 2013Get the raspberry mojito (YUM!), hurricane, cucumber basil gimlet, or maybe the strawberry mojita (I personally wasn't a fan). Also the jalapeño-cheddar cornbread with jalapeño sauce is AMAZING!- Meenal TambeSeptember 22, 2013Get the raspberry mojito :P (YUM!), hurricane, or maybe the strawberry mojita (although I personally wasn't a fan). Also the jalapeño-cheddar cornbread with the jalapeño sauce is SERIOUSLY AMAZING!
Trish BurnsideFebruary 3, 2018Food is pretty fabulous but if you’re a walk-in, your only options are bar or lounge where you will experience ear piercing gangster rap and Beyoncé starting at around 630pm. Best of luck to you.- Francesca KrihelyAugust 17, 2012The oysters are amazing. Be sure to go for the whole dozen and get the basil gimlet. I recommend going for a tapas tasting here. The mains are too big--and appetizers pack a punch.
Katie YamadaJuly 11, 2015Delicious food, get the crabmole, and they serve huge group cocktails (a must try), love the New Orleans vibe and semi outdoor atmosphere
Come here for game day! The front room is full of couches with huge LCDs. Plus no cover like the folks next door and the hurricanes might turn it into Sunday Funday
PoojaOctober 9, 2014NOLA frites were spicy and delicious. Better than regular fried stuff you get at other places. But then almost everything here has a spicy touch to it.
Erik KriessmannMarch 18, 2016Great beers and big ones. 16,25 and 60oz. The place is big too tons of different rooms. Great vibe. Big big fan!
Andrew SandlerJune 10, 2016Team outing for dinner. Excellent drinks and starters. The oysters were really fresh and tasty, as was the crabamole.
Guilherme HoracioSeptember 2, 2014Try the "Mr. T's Famous Skirt Steak", a very good mix of sweet, spicy, meat, onions and corn.
Christian DickmannMay 22, 2015Mr. T Famous skirt steak, quesadillas and the fried chicken and waffles are all good choices. Hurricane or raspberry mojito for drinks.
Brian SAugust 18, 2014The jambalaya is very good, but when they say spicy they really mean spicy! The corn succotash and fried green tomatoes are excellent sides as well.
I come for drinks and small plates. The steak, ahi tacos, crabamole, and jambalaya are tasty. Costco has gift cards at a discount.
Karolina 🦖November 25, 2016Big portions, and great drinks! Ask for a special. Love the New Orleans ambient of this place.
Ari KorhonenNovember 2, 2013Great place. Nice people. Friendly service. What else you need for a long stay?
raspberry mint mojito is amazing. tastes like lemonade. I love lemonade
Carmen IbarraJuly 22, 2021Shrimp & Grits, Etoufee, Pasta Caju!! Everything is tasty and fresh. Love it 😍
Pick an unsuspecting member of your party and discreetly tell the server it's their birthday. They'll be surprised with Cock and Balls for dessert.
Shaina PrasadJanuary 30, 2017First time having creole food! Soooo good. LOVE that they have an already vegan dish 😍😍😍
Skip the Cluck & Moo and justvstick with the cluck. This is top shelf fried chicken. Juicy but not greasy, with delicious spice and gravy. Southern cooking at its very finest.
Dan PeraMarch 27, 2012Calamari is unique & great! The atmosphere and decor is authentic, and the indoor/outdoor dining is sweet. Plus they had the Sharks game on!
Norris TranFebruary 19, 2012Good place to grab a good drink and a decent bite for happy hour before heading out for the night. flat screens everywhere so you wont miss the game. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
I love all things New Orleans - this was a great treat! Not inexpensive, but not unreasonable either. The shrimp po boy and red beans and rice were tasty. Read more
Luis CastroMarch 1, 2015It's a cool place to eat and drink with friends. Drinks are really good specially.
Shali NguyenAugust 7, 2016Classic spot on University Ave for drinks and happy hour. Hurricanes are always fun.- The cucumber basil gimlet cocktail is delicioussssss. Perfectly refreshing!
Naman JainAugust 29, 2013Best vegetarian jambalaya I had. Don't order spicy, just get the spicy habanero on the side and and be careful.- S L.March 17, 2013NOLA fries basket goes well with everything. Good mojitos. Pro-tip: avoid the back table near the inner kitchen (it smells bad).
Love the artwork and atmosphere. Not the lost authentic Cajun food, but still excellent.
Sergey VorontsovMay 31, 2016Come here on Sunday after 9 pm for $6 happy hour mojitos in a quiet lounge.
AAugust 21, 2015Fun place swarmed with Stanford students, investors, professionals, etc! Great raspberry mojito!
Raj S.December 17, 2012Great spot to watch the game when Old Pro has too many people or charges a cover. Haven't had the food but I hear it's great.- J JohnJune 3, 2024A bit cramped if you sit indoors, slow service, absolutely zero vegan options. Guacamole and steamed spinach are it if you’re avoiding meat & dairy. Good cocktails.
JenisisAugust 12, 2010Ladies - try the "Cock & Balls" for dessert. It's actually not on the menu, you have to make a special request for it. It's a brownie & banana split shaped like... uhh... you know.. ;)
Mike NadelmanFebruary 18, 2012Good for Mexican style tapas and beer or wine with your friends. Lots and lots of room in this place.
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Nola
535 Ramona St (btwn University Ave & Hamilton Ave)
Palo Alto, CA 94301
United States
Palo Alto, CA 94301
United States
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–8:00 PM
(650) 328-2722
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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