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Best Authentic Restaurants in Uptown

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4.8
Exceptional(5441)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Uptown
Booked 76 times today
Perfect experience. Shaya chef (Farid Choumali) is the best
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4.8
Exceptional(5420)
$$$$
• Seafood • Uptown
Booked 60 times today
10/10. Birdie took great care of us. My wife and I had a wonderful dinner. Always a good time dining with y'all.
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4.8
Exceptional(270)
$$$$
• Asian • Uptown
Booked 32 times today
Great plates to share family style - asked for less spice and they were very accommodating. Waiter gave us options for live music after dinner and his recommendation was awesome. Fun drinks, fun food, fun atmosphere- would go again!
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4.7
Exceptional(3659)
$$$$
• Italian • Uptown
Booked 58 times today
Dante was an awesome server. The whole experience from craft cocktails and oyster at the bar to the bbq shrimp and pinwheel seafood lasagna was incredible
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4.9
Exceptional(7284)
$$$$
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Garden District
Booked 83 times today
My hubby and I have been coming here for several years. It is absolutely one of the finest restaurants we have ever eaten at (and we have traveled and eaten all over the world.) Charming atmosphere, fabulous staff who are knowledgeable, fun, engaging and attentive. The food is phenomenal - delicious and inventive, always fresh. I cannot say enough about how wonderful this restaurant is! Don’t miss it when in New Orleans!
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4.7
Exceptional(7865)
$$$$
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 85 times today
Loved our waitress, very knowledgeable and fun! Food was very good and very clean environment.
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4.6
Exceptional(7097)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Warehouse District
Booked 54 times today
Great service and great food. Love the cotton candy
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4.6
Exceptional(8826)
$$$$
• Seafood • French Quarter
Booked 99 times today
Everything about the meal and experience was excellent. In particular, our server Frank took wonderful care of us.
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4.3
Awesome(4035)
$$$$
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 33 times today
Nice historic ambiance, enjoyed the food and attentive service. We received a bonus sampler of their famous grasshopper drink (crème de cacao, crème de menthe, cream).
A photo of San Lorenzo at Hotel Saint Vincent restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1271)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Garden District
Booked 30 times today
Great from start to finish. Our servers suggestions were spot on. She helped make the evening 

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  • OpenTable Diner
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server was amazing in every way possible! Much gratitude to our server Paul for enhancing our experience to the next level! We are coming back for more of those oysters and that Alaska, Paul!!
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    Antoine's$$$$• French• French Quarter
    •
    4.6
  • BillGold
    Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great service and great food. Love the cotton candy
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    Meril$$$$• Contemporary American• Warehouse District
    •
    4.6
  • Jay
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing food as always. The shrimp pakora and tuna crudo were amazing. We also had the grilled pork and it was so juicy and so fresh off the wood fired grill. Definitely recommend this spot if you’re looking for great food and an upbeat ambience.
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    Mister Mao$$$$• Asian• Uptown
    •
    4.8
  • Wilson
    Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    10/10. Birdie took great care of us. My wife and I had a wonderful dinner. Always a good time dining with y'all.
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    Superior Seafood$$$$• Seafood• Uptown
    •
    4.8
  • SandraGold
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 30 Oct 2026
    Perfect experience. Shaya chef (Farid Choumali) is the best
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    Shaya$$$$• Middle Eastern• Uptown
    •
    4.8

Discover best authentic restaurants in Uptown

Discover the charm of authentic dining in Uptown New Orleans, where culinary tradition meets local flavor. Our curated selection of restaurants in this picturesque neighborhood promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience, each establishment proudly showcasing its unique take on both local and international cuisine. Immerse yourself in the rich, diverse tastes of Uptown New Orleans, where every meal is prepared with passion and a deep respect for culinary authenticity. From cozy bistros serving up American classics with a twist to family-owned spots offering generations-old recipes, the emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident. The dining scene in Uptown New Orleans is vibrant and eclectic, catering to both traditional palates and adventurous food enthusiasts. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these restaurants provide not just a meal, but a genuine taste of the area's cultural and culinary heritage. Experience dining where every dish tells a story, set against the backdrop of one of the city’s most charming neighborhoods.

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