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Name: Coquette
Address: 2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, 70115
Telephone: (504) 265-0421
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.26

Coquette

2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, 70115

(504) 265-0421
Store is closed

Coquette Menu

Small Plates

Local Vegetable Salad

Louisiana Crabmeat

Bay Scallops

Fried Gulf Oysters

Lamb Heart

Butternut Squash Cavatelli

Boudin Balls
Large Plates

Tripletail

Black Drum

Gulf Shrimp

Duck Breast

Prime Beef Flat Iron

Pork
Dessert

Old Fashioned Donut

Strawberries And Cream

Kaffir Lime Panna Cotta

Coconut Coconut Coconut

Milk Chocolate Mousse

Selection Of Ice Cream

Cheese Plate

Healthy Meal suggestions for Coquette

Small Plates

Local Vegetable Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Louisiana Crabmeat [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bay Scallops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Gulf Oysters [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Heart [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Butternut Squash Cavatelli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boudin Balls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Large Plates

Tripletail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Black Drum [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gulf Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Duck Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Beef Flat Iron [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Dessert

Old Fashioned Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Strawberries And Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kaffir Lime Panna Cotta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Coconut Coconut Coconut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Milk Chocolate Mousse [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Selection Of Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Tuyet P.

Walking inside this restaurant and already sensing an intense hatred from our waitress. Strike number one. We sat next to the window, and the lovely view of Starbucks across the street and the surroundings of passengers passing by was wonderful. We ordered our three meal lunch immediately, and a basketful of bread followed It was such a lovely atmosphere, and the decorations were so beautiful. Perfect for a relaxing, fine meal. Salad came afterwards, and this time I didn't understand why we were served by a different waitress. I mean we were greeted rudely at first, but we didn't complain. Maybe someone saw the incident. However, our new waitress was way much better! Super friendly and great hospitality towards us! I don't recall the name of my entree, but it was a sandwich style dish. The taste was indescribable, very delicious. I had the apple pie as a dessert, and it was the best apple pie I've ever tasted.
(5)
Charlie A.

Don't let the short menu fool you. Food is outstanding!
(5)
Carrie R.

This meal was fantastic. We had it recommended to us by a friend who had stayed in New Orleans a few months ago and we happened to be staying right nearby. Our cocktails were delicious. My husband and I shared the catfish dip, which was a moussey, smokey, delicious start to the night. Our waitress recommended wines with our entrees but before we committed, let us try them, which I really appreciated. I had the snapper and he had the duck and we shared multiple bites that were heavenly. Finally, we share the chocolate tart with the recommended dessert wine pairing and finished the evening with a lovely glow. We would definitely suggest this venue for a delicious and intimate meal.
(5)
Diana P.

We had lunch here and I give it a 5 star all the way! We had the 3 course tasting meal and every single dish that came out was delicious. Some of the best shrimp and grits I have EVER had. Bread and butter were very soft too. We ordered non alcoholic drinks which were refreshing on a hot, hot NOLA day. Lemonade was made with cucumber water (so unique yet simple!) My husband had the iced coffee which was not too sweet and just right. I will definitely make a special trip out to the Garden District next time just to dine here. Waiters were extremely friendly and the establishment itself was newer yet had a vintage feel. Large bar area however not too many tables so make a reservation!
(5)
Christian S.

This place is spectacular! We had the gumbo, shrimp and grits, pickle platter, and bread pudding. We thoroughly enjoyed everything that we had, the shrimp and grits were probably the best I have ever had!! My girlfriend loved the dessert and the pickle platter was extremely delicious and unique!! I highly recommend coming here when in New Orleans !
(5)
Aaron S.

Dined here for my first time after receiving several recommendations from friends and neighbors. The restaurant is very nicely done, however the details were not attended to as well as I would have expected. We ate upstairs at a very nice table over Magazine street. However, the curtains were badly fraying at the bottom (I noticed this when I pulled out my chair to sit down. This caused me to look around the room and I saw that the curtains at the middle window overlooking Magazine St were even worse than mine. After closer inspection, I also saw that the cornice to the left of me was in need of cleaning. To me these are little things, however, when paying $50+ PP for dinner, I expect that these issues are maintained better. The cocktails were wonderful and very fresh. We ordered two specialty cocktails from thier list and they were great! The appetizers came quickly, and were quite good, but VERY small portions. The main course was served almost immediatly after the appetizer plates were picked up (literally less than a minute later). This was too quick for me. The entrees were also very good, but quite small. All in all the food was good, but they did not serve enough of it. The service was very good, but we felt rushed with the food coming too quickly. I would return to dine here agian, but can't say that I am ready to rush back tomorrow.
(3)
John T.

Amazing cocktails. Amazing bread and butter (don't laugh, that shiz important). Great server. Ask their opinions. If they have the pork cheeks, get that. Crazy awesome deserts; creative and tasty. My new favorite place in NOLA?
(5)
Meghan F.

I really want to love Coquette, but I'm having a hard time. The first time I went was on my second date with my boyfriend, and it made for the perfect romantic atmosphere. We had the prix fixe menu with wine pairings and the food was excellent. The inside is small and intimate, with a great bar. The tables aren't too close, and at night when the lights are down it sets a nice mood. I went back again for lunch with my best friends for my birthday and it was a bit less than stellar. The AC began to drip on my friend's head, so we tried to move the table a bit and it just began to drip right where our food would be. We asked if we could move, and were actually told we could either sit and be dripped on or sit outside and sweat. It made it sound as though we HAD to be there and those were our only options. Someone came along with a mop and wiped down all the units above our heads while tables were seated. The drip continued through our entire meal and we had to awkwardly place our plates to keep our food dry. The food was great despite the shower we got.
(3)
M B.

We arrived late for our reservation and were greeted with a very poor attitude and punished by being placed in the doorway. The downside was it was a bit cold next to the door but also that we had to sit next to the hostess station which was a trio of unfriendly, holier than thou women who rarely, if ever, smiled at anyone the entire evening. As for the food, I'm not quite sure what everyone has been raving about. It was okay but far from outstanding. I had the snapper which was rather fishy. I tasted the hanger steak and found it bit tough. Certainly not great. The roasted carrots were tasty and the broccoli was well prepared. I'm happy to have tried Coquette as now I know what's going on there. If the hostess was more friendly, I'd try it again, but that turned me off. I do not need to go back nor will I recommend it to others.
(2)
Dorothy M.

We went here for our anniversary dinner, and couldn't have been happier. The service was fantastic, and the food and drinks were delicious and creative. When my darling husband announced that we were celebrating 11 years, two flutes of champagne appeared. So sweet. We enjoyed our bubbles and had cocktails with dinner (backwards, maybe, but pretty tasty anyway). The yellowtail crudo/cantaloupe/pickle/popcorn appetizer was so fun and fresh. We really got a sense of the level of creativity in the kitchen from this one. The cucumber soup with burrata and roe was also incredible and perfect at the end of a hot day. Our mains were also wonderful. The egg yolk ravioli on top of my husband's perfectly cooked steak was a perfect gooey addition to the delicious sauce and my fish was also perfectly cooked and served with a delicious, tangy buttermilk sauce. I tell you this not so that you can run out and order these items, because they probably won't still be on the menu. These folks really know how to work with fresh and seasonal in a very deep way. They also don't have to put a whole stick of butter in your meal to make it taste good. If you have questions about something on the menu, you should ask! The servers were great describing everything from drinks to dessert. And on that note - don't forget to have dessert. Even if you are totally full, they will have something to help cleanse and refortify you for the rest of the evening.
(5)
Emily W.

The daily changing menu makes it fun to go back and see what they have. The wine is good and happy hour deals are excellent.
(5)
Suj L.

This Magazine Street eatery is an absolute gem, much like its owner and chef Mike Stoltzfus. He guides incredible flavors into a symphony of layered, complex profiles, pairing unexpected tastes with luxurious mouthfeels and vice versa. You can't beat how good the bang for your buck is here, either. Coquette is on par with the grand dames of New Orleans and elevates New American and Continental influences to a brand new level ... yet the prices are well within reach of the only slightly above average night out. The prix fixe menus are inventive and don't sacrifice quality for a lower priced menu. You really can't go wrong. In fact, I loved this then-newcomer so much that while I was the food editor for Where Y'at Magazine, I chose their private dining room upstairs for my wedding rehearsal dinner. They went above and beyond to accommodate my party, offering a STUPID-CHEAP 4-course custom menu, and supplying a generous amuse-bouche of some of the best jumbo fried oysters I've ever had. Three years later and my guests are STILL talking about that meal, which managed to outshine the food at my wedding ... which was also excellent and prepared by a chef who hailed from France. You absolutely cannot go wrong with Coquette. Upscale ambience, reasonable prix fixes, fresh ingredients, creative combinations, and owners that very obviously put their heart and soul on the menu. Go here NOW and go here OFTEN!
(5)
Jeff K.

Ate alone on a business trip. I sat at the bar. The staff was very friendly. I had the steelhead trout appetizer and red snapper. The red snapper was great, really flavorful. I have had a fair amout of trout...never steelhead. Maybe I just don't know this fish. It was good, but I can't say I would order it again. Decor and atmosphere was great.
(4)
Kevin H.

Enjoyed the best meal of my NOLA trip right here at Coquette. Party of 1 at 8:30pm, this place is filled with young to middle aged working professionals. I came here on a hunch after reviewing the many glossy Yelp reviews and it was well outside the French Quarter tourist traps. Decided to go a la carte: Fried Oysters for Appetizer, Pork Cheeks for Main, Chocolate Pudding for finisher. They do have a pre-fixe menu but I couldn't see myself gulping down 7 courses after having jambalaya earlier that day. All of the food was amazing, but the prize winner of the night was the Pork Cheeks - highly recommended by the waiter. After several lush-ful bites of this, I couldn't quite put my nose on what the starch was. It's creamy, it's thick, it's substantial . . not polenta . . not pasta. . it's OATMEAL the waiter answered. Oatmeal with molasses. Coming from San Francisco, I have never had such a savory dish that included oatmeal in it's recipe. The pork cheeks were nice and tender, full of flavor. Yes - I ate every last bite. I debated coming back a second night but the eccentric food outlets NOLA had to offer made me want to taste test all over the city. On a Tuesday night, this place was well packed and buzzing with energy. Service is unpretentious, ambiance is friendly (a bit dark suited for steamy, seductive looks) and parking is very easy.
(4)
Will L.

We went to Coquette on Dec. 30th and found the first course to be delicious indeed - the simple baby veggies plate talked about so much in reviews and the fried chicken with butternut cavatelli - fabulous! Then came the very late delivery of our entrees. My husband's duck dish was good but my trout with smoked oysters was bland and overdone, the veggies on the plate cold and the sauce tasted of liquid smoke. I left it on my plate. The wait staff, which was very conciliatory, offered to replace my entree but i couldn't see waiting another 40 minutes for it to arrive. What a disappointment. We had to assume that Chef Michael Stoltzfus must have taken the night off and the Sous Chef was mismanaging the kitchen.
(3)
Allison R.

My experience here began with meeting the rest of my group there. We ordered drinks at the bar while we waited for my parents to arrive. We had to cash out at the bar to be seated. Bizarre, I thought. Then, a woman walks in with her dog, and they seat her. Her "accessory" dog was allowed into a restaurant. That's just nasty. I was thinking about commenting that I was allergic to dog hair just to see the reaction. Once we were seated upstairs, we proceeded to order our brunch. The brunch was a set menu, 3 things, $30 per person. I ordered the fried shrimp, eggs benedict, and the dessert waffle. The friedd shrimp were good, although the portions were humongous! There is no way a person could consume all three courses without having severe indigestion. My eggs benedict: really, really bad. The eggs were overcooked, almost hard boiled and the ham, lets just say, the ham might have come out of the Great Salt Lake. It was so salty, that others in our group sent it back. I complained about the hard boiled egg on mine. The egg in eggs benedict should be poached. Cooked on the outside, runny on the inside. It should not have a hard center. One I could forgive, but every person's eggs were overcooked. If you're going to serve eggs benedict, for brunch, in New Orleans, learn how to poach an egg. If I can do it at home, the trained cooks should be able to do it. Anyway, dessert came, it was ok. But at this point, I was so full, I could only take one bite of it. A small waffle, with peaches and bourbon creme fresh. Oh, I forgot, to make us forget about the disaster that was the eggs benedict, we were presented with pieces of watermelon, covered in lemon tart with...wait for it...pop rocks. This was the best thing I ate there. I wish they had this as a salad, I would have gotten it. To me, it was the only saving grace for this place. The service was spotty. When the waitress was around she was kind of helpful, then, she would disappear for about 25 minutes. At one point, we thought she walked out of the building and never came back in. I was told by others to try it at lunch time; that the food was better for lunch. Oh, and the bill for two people each with one drink at brunch was over $100.
(2)
Megan K.

Very cute wine bar. Intimate setting. Fabulous. Our server did a fantastic job with wine pairing, offering traditional selections as well as non-traditional ones. We tried the more bold selections of wine with our starter, then entrees and were very pleased with his recommendations. We ordered one of the starters they had special that day (the menu changes day to day)- the sweetbreads- which had been very nicely prepared. I had the arugula ravioli and my friend ordered the pork belly. The flavors in each dish were very complimentary and the presentation was also impressive! The tastes of each food melted in my mouth. Yum. Loved the food, great service and surprisingly not overly expensive.
(5)
Jean-Paul V.

Divine. Lunch with some old friends here yesterday. My first time. I started with a Jackson - a bacon infused bourbon schmancy drink. Then embraced the appetizer of some crazy pasta, sweet potato maybe, and schmancy sausage. Next plate was the succulent pork confit; I became a member of the clean plate club. Lastly, beignet balls and mocha pudding. Slobber slobber slobber. The service was excellent, not too stuffy and very attentive. The location has been a myriad of restaurants in the last 5-10 years. I hope Coquette survives the curse of operating an upscale dining establishment here. NOTE: 3 course lunch, 20 bucks! Beat that!
(5)
Todd S.

The fried Brussels sprouts are the bomb. I mean lick the plate good. Seriously. The rest of the meal was pretty good too. Start with the mixed drinks: mine was the Bailout and was delish. Wife had the Low Country Sour and was just Ok but not great. The crabmeat appetizer was good, but the paste/sauce on it needed some flavor and was bland (the homemade thin-sliced Tasso was GOOD). Grilled drum was quite good - i'd order again. Nice glass of Malbec to top it off for a nice meal. Note: on the expensive side, even for New Orleans. We had no reservations on a Friday night, so we ended up sitting at the bar (note to self - make reservations, stupid). Despite that, service was excellent.
(4)
carol d.

I had high hopes for Coquette, as it was recommended by a number of local friends, but we were sadly disappointed. Both of our entrees -- hangar steak and striped bass -- were incredibly over-salted. They both would have been amazing, very creative preparations, otherwise. Although both of our appetizers were absolutely delicious (fried oysters and beef tartare), they unfortunately arrived immediately, before we selected our wine, had water on the table, or buttered the (delicious) bread. Probably, most disappointingly to me: the attitude of the owner was a bit offensive. When I shared that we were disappointed that the duck was sold-out, he responded: "Well, you should have gotten an earlier reservation" (when I had actually made sure reserve before the last seatings). He also failed to apologize for the oversalted food. When we asked for wine recommendations (initially selecting a bottle around $60), the two reccos we received (by our waiter relaying our request to someone in the back) were considerable upsells ($75 and $100). With all this said, we thoroughly enjoyed our waiter Nick, who aimed to please and was very attentive and friendly. Overall, although the food was potentially delicious, the owner of Coquette may want to rethink his establishment's service culture. I would recommend trying this restaurant for lunch, and making sure to request your dish prepared with low salt.
(3)
Bill D.

I'm a little disappointed that it took some out of town friends to get me to actually eat here and not just walk by. A classy, comfy little place right up the street from me that never made my "must eat here" radar. That has changed. Lunch was excellent and the service was some of the best I've had in a long time. The Confit Pork Shoulder was excellent, with a nice bit of crunch on the exterior of a mound of silky and flavorful pork. I also had the Beef tartar, because I can't ever pass up eating raw red meat if it is on the menu. Great flavor and texture. Caveman happy and foodie satisfied. Looking forward to returning for dinner.
(4)
Sia K.

If you have fancy people in town, this is the place to take them. Our three-course lunch was very tasty - some of it probably a little too tasty, aka rich, but it was impressive to my non-New Orleans friends. The menu can be very expensive, but the three-course lunch is actually very reasonable. The portions are also smaller (and thus easier to consume considering the richness). I actually like their version of gumbo, though I think I went into a bit of pork-coma after the meal even though it was none of my main ingredients. FYI, they serve French press coffee, not any espresso drinks. I'm partial to espresso, but I appreciate that they stick to their own thing.
(4)
Michael T.

We ate here for lunch and their $25 three course preset menu is definitely worth the price. The plates were quite large and filling so you don't have to worry about being hungry afterwards. 1st course: mixed green salad with soft boiled egg and fried pig ear, roasted oysters with funnel and bacon ragout served with horseradish cream, and gumbo made with collared greens and roasted duck. 2nd course: Pork belly with poached egg and roasted potatoes, soft scrambled eggs and bacon 3rd course: Beignets with two dipping sauces (coffee chocolate and salted caramel) The appetizers were very tasty. The salad was made with fresh butter lettuce and the fried strips of pig egg was a perfect balance with the salad. The soft boiled egg added more texture. The oysters were quite good. We were still able to taste the oysters. The horseradish cream added a nice kick. Even my fiance loved this dish and she doesn't like horseradish. The gumbo was very light, not like your typical gumbo and it wasn't overly salted. The pork belly dish was a bit heavy and I didn't finish it because I was already pretty full from the appetizers. I'm not going to talk too much about the scrambled eggs. Nothing really that special here, that's what my fiance ordered. She just said "perfectly salted eggs." The dessert of course was amazing. The beignets were super light and fluffy. There were very airy and to top it off, the dipping sauces added to the experience. Service was very quick and attentive so no problems there. We sat outside which was very nice. If you can get out door seating I highly recommend it. Overal best 3 course lunch I've had in a long time especially for the price. This was also probably the least heavy of all the meals we had in NOLA. Definitely a must try if you're in the neighborhood!
(4)
Susan W.

I was lucky to have a friend treat me to dinner at Coquette last night. This was my first time dining at Coquette and it was everything I had hoped it would be. We began our meal with cocktails, French 75s. My first course was summer squash soup with crab. This was delicious, one of my favorite parts of the meal. The sweetness of the crab and squash played well together, and a drizzle of basil oil added brightness. I also sampled the burrata crostini with basil and roasted tomatoes, which was very good. For my entrÃ©e, I had scallops with oxtail marmalade and parsley puree. The presentation was beautiful. The scallops were perfectly cooked. The oxtail marmalade was loaded with chanterelle mushrooms; it was very tasty. The dish was an odd combination, but each component was very good, so it worked. I also sampled the crabcake with summer corn and heirloom tomatoes. The crabcake itself was good, but the best part was the corn, followed by the tomatoes (we marveled at the quality of the ingredients!). For dessert, we shared goat cheese mousse with marcona almonds, honey, and figs. This dessert was incredible. The goat cheese mousse was light and sweet, and paired so well with the honey and figs. I was reluctant to order dessert but could not stop eating it. Yum. The service was very good- attentive but unobtrusive. The tables are a little close together (at least the three tables near the window are), so maybe not the best for a romantic date. The ambiance is classic bistro- dark wood, a beautiful bar, and traditional New Orleans black and white tile floors. The front dining room can get quite loud, but that's OK (it reminded me of Clancy's). The menu seems to change often (weekly? daily?), probably based on availability of ingredients, so don't get your heart set on any one dish. It's nice that Coquette is open on Mondays, when many other restaurants are closed. If you are looking to splurge on a great meal, I recommend Coquette.
(4)
E. R.

After being a frequent customer, I will never again dine here in my entire life and I will never recommend it to anyone either. I had several friends visiting me for the weekend and we made a reservation here. Because of bad weather up north, all of their flights were cancelled and no one was able to make it until the following evening (some never made it all). As soon as I heard of the cancellation, I called Coquette and no one picked up. I tried several times for several hours. When they finally picked up, they said they would charge the credit card $120 for canceling the reservation. They had zero sympathy for my predicament. The manager, Jacob, just kept repeating that's our policy. I was fully aware it was the standard policy but was hoping they could be kind and compassionate. That he would understand that all of our plans for the weekend were being messed up and the reason was completely out of our control. He would not make an exception (or even charge me half - which I offered). For a service industry, I have never in my life seen such appalling behavior.
(1)
Jessi T.

Simply amazing. I had the 3 course lunch for $20. Started out with a tomato gazpacho. Absolutely the best gazpacho ever. When they brought it out it was just a few small tomatoes, onions, nuts of some sort, and green paste in the bottom of the bowl. As my friend stated, "it looks like rocks and jellyfish at the bottom of the ocean". Then she poured this clear liquid over the top and it looked and smelled amazing. By far the best soup I've ever enjoyed. Next, was the chicken with potato risotto and squash. It was amazing as well. The chicken was seasoned and cooked perfectly. The potato risotta was actually just potatoes cut up very small and it didn't have any rice in it. I liked it. For dessert I shared the beignets and the keffir lime panna cotta. The beignets were amazing. There were 5 or 6 of them and they were lightly dusted with powdered sugar. They were served with two dipping sauces: a chocolate coffee pudding concoction and a salty caramel. It was amazing. The panna cotta was good, but I think the beignets were better. However, it was still yummy! The atmosphere was also good. We arrived about 11:30 and there was only one table taken. By the time we left every table had someone eating and a couple sat at the bar enjoying lunch. It was quiet so you could talk and it was pretty classy without feeling stuffy. You could wear shorts to lunch or a nice dress. It was a nice mixture of casual dressy. This was an amazing lunch at a great price! 3 courses for $20! And on top of that the food was definitely 5 star! I highly recommend it and I see why it is rated so highly among all the reviewers.
(5)
T M.

Solid food and service in a cozy/fancy atmosphere. Get the pickle plate. And a drink.
(3)
Sean G.

Our anniversary meal was unbelievable!
(5)
Derek R.

An excellent choice for a nice dinner on the town! It is located towards the end of Magazine street in a renovated two story shotgun house. The menu is created daily; no "specials". We have been there 4-5 times and have never been disappointed. I tried the four course tasting menu this time and it was quite delicious. It included octopus ceviche, a butternut squash pasta dish, a cochon entree, and beignets with caramel and chocolate dipping sauces for dessert. ;) My favorite part of the meal was my wife's panna cotta dessert which was YUMO! I also highly recommend "the cure for what ails you" rum hot toddy! Perfect for a cold day! My wife raved about her braised lamb neck and loved my chocolate and caramel beignet dessert! Definitely recommend you give them a try!! Cheers!
(5)
Sarah M.

One of the best outdoor dinners I've ever had. Everything we ate (there were 6 of us) was fabulous; ecspecially the pork patte type thing. There was something called "rissotto" with the qoutes, that was actually potatoes. That was awesome too. The service was great, ecspecially considering that we stayed there from open until close.
(4)
Arthur L.

I'm not going to make you read a super long review. Lets just get down to it. Coquette is hands down one of the best restaurants that I've been to in New Orleans. Lets find out why. Its a nice small place (like many places in NOLA), so I would try to avoid having super large parties. The menu changes so you know that the chefs work with what is in season and what they can get their hands on. The word FRESH comes to mind. Service was very good, we got seated, had our drinks served, etc with excellent timing. The FOOD! I usually order a lot of chicken, and its usually a hit or miss. Too dry or comes out just right. This place was more than just right, it was PERFECT. I've never had a piece of chicken so tender and moist. The steak was also very much on point. I don't think my family and I had a single complaint of the place. Grab someone and bring em on a date here or something (nice intimate setting)!
(5)
Katrina G.

Amazing service and great cocktails. I had an appetizer and an entree, but my friend ordered the 5 course tasting menu. The waiter paced our courses perfectly. I had the crawfish cavatelli appetizer, white asparagus crab soup. The cavatelli was amazing. Seriously, would have eaten it as an entree. The soup was rich and very tasty. Would order it in a heart beat. My softshell crab dish was too salty for me. The waiter immediately removed it and took it off the bill. Tried my friends scallops, shrimp dish, and beneigts and they were all great. The beneigts came with a great pudding. On my list of must go-tos the next time I'm in NOLA
(4)
Karen S.

Coquette has a great 3 course lunch in the Irish Channel for $20. Local greens with Goat Cheese and candied Pecans, chicken breast with Harissa sauce, and CHOCOLATE Munchkins dipped in hot fudge with mint ice cream! AHHH... Diet tomorrow!!
(4)
Hiep N.

My girlfriend keeps raving about this place. I got a coupon for $25 giving me another reason to try this place out. Service - The worst I've ever experienced. I was there for over 2 hours for brunch (not by choice, cause the food took so long) and not ONCE was my tea or water even considered, looked at, or asked to be refilled. Geez, i understrand 15 to 30 min. is stretching it...but 2 hrs and still no?....Not even when i paid for my bill did they even acknowledge it....on top of that they still grat me 18%!!! (due to the conditions on the coupon)....but still...they were oblivious to the fact that they gave us the worst experience ever! Food - The food was ok...nothing special and everything took forever! App was given in 30 min., entree 30 min. later, and dessert 45min. after that....it was torture having to wait that long for my food Place - very nice setting I still have another coupon and i think i'll give it to a friend so they can use it for happy hour...i don't plan to come back or recommend it to anyone...i don't think my girlfriend is coming back after an experience like this one
(1)
Rah F.

Drinks and food are unique and really good. Had 2 appetizers (head guess and a warm crab salad dish... sorry bad with remembering names.. but the crab salad was 2 thumbs up) the duck was really good and the pork chops were ridiculous and huge! yummy :)
(4)
Kate B.

We made a lunch reservation for 4 following our intimate wedding ceremony in Audubon Park, and had a wonderful visit. Both our server and the manager warmly congratulated us, and we were very generously gifted a special bottle or two.. We went for the incredible value Prix Fixe lunch and one of the party was even able to swap the entree for something she had really wanted to try from the main menu. I personally had the red snapper and it was divine. The place was busy, although not entirely full, and we didn't feel at all rushed. We must have been there around 2 hours, eating, drinking and laughing. It took us 13 months of living in the city to make it to Coquette but we certainly won't wait another year to go back. Thank you to the staff and manager, who hit the perfect note of attentiveness - i'm originally from the UK and get easily overwhelmed (i.e annoyed) by falsely friendly American servers. Coquette has warm professionalism down to a tee. And I think it's safe to say they know their food too! Thank you thank you thank you.
(5)
Pearl F.

Great restaurant off the beaten path from the N.O. tourist scene. I made reservations after reading all the great reviews. - Low-key, nice ambiance. - Friendly, prompt service - Creative cocktails - try their infusions. I loved the earl grey vodka. Their wine list looked really nice as well. - Delicious entrees. Sauces that were full of flavor yet not too heavy. My appetizer market salad was underwhelming and our dessert beignets seemed too doughey in the middle. I think stick w/ the specials and server recommendations. They know what's best.
(4)
Ron T.

Fantastic experience, attentive and knowledgable staff. The paris brest dessert was yummy too!
(5)
Georgia P.

Loved the $20 lunch special and service was excellent!
(5)
Jane S.

Came here for lunch the other day. We had reservations; maybe that's why we got a spot by the window. I had the smoked drum appetizer; my friend had the steak. We both had wine. The drum was nice and salty and smokey with arugula or whatever-that-was and halved grapes on top, in some kind of mayo-ish sauce that I kind of tried to avoid because I'm not so into that. But it was good. And it looked pretty on the plate. A word of advice: it was NOT enough for lunch. But I, in my infinite wisdom (not even being sarcastic this time!!) realized that "appetizer" probably meant "really small," and I wasn't hungry at all, so I ordered it. So, to recap: if you're not hungry, this is a great little dish to order. I doubt it would be much fun for 2 people, even as an appetizer. Anyway, my friend's steak looked good. Service was great. I think, for both of us to eat lunch, with a glass of wine each, it was $48 before tip. It was a great experience; I only gave it 4 stars because hey, it wasn't as awesome as Hank's Seafood or Nick's Bar or whatever.
(4)
Sean K.

Coquette never disappoints. I also note that this is one of the few restaurants where I find the deserts memorable enough to warrant comment, even from this savory-centric yelper. So kudos to Zak Miller, the pastry chef who came up with the straberry cannoli (a "cannoli" shell made of dehydrated and compressed strawberries, stuffed with creme fraiche and served with strawberry foam and mint). Great desert for a Valentine's Day meal.
(5)
caleb g.

It had been a couple of years since I had been to Coquette ( I am lucky to live in a city where such a good restaurant, blocks away from my home, falls off my radar) but my visit last night with my gal has assured that my next repast there will be coming soon. A good sign was the fact that the place was full on a Monday night, buzzing with activity. In many restaurants, being steered to the upstairs section might seem like a trip to Siberia, but both of Coquette's dining rooms are lovely. Upstairs, the prevalent exposed brick is contrasted by elegant coffered ceilings, pave velvet & silk wallpaper and big ass crystal chandeliers. My sweet and I decided on a bunch of starters and we didn't miss with a single one. The salad of local greens with soft boiled egg, bacon, heirloom cherry tomatoes (Paige ate the bacon and eggs away before I dove in) may seem prosaic but it was a lfresh, perfectly dressed (read: not overwhelmed) salad.The cheese raviolis were served with crisp asparagus, fava beans, baby corgettes and pea tendrils and were pillowy lobes of pasta/cheesy goodness brightened by their vegetal escorts. A crabmeat salad was a little stingy with the eponymous ingredient but made up for it with fluffy quinoa (healthy yes, but so often grassy and gritty) and some baby greens/sprouts. We also enjoyed a side of fried brussel sprouts in a (too) sweet glaze that were crispy and tasty, but the best by far was the tempura shrimp; firm, large shrimps with a delicate crunchy coating that tasted primarily (and appropriately) of fresh shrimp. Our compliments also go to the very good bread service and top notch French press coffee (decaf even!) and herbal tea. Our servers were almost ridiculously friendly, but still managed to walk that fine line of attentive without smothering. We will be back very soon.
(4)
Ken H.

Coquette is one of the best dinning experiences that I have ever had. The menu is short and uncomplicated, with no specials, but changes daily. With that said the food is incredible! The blending and preparation of flavors and textures is complex and cutting edge. Asparagus soup, trout and chocolate pudding were excellent. Servings are perfectly sized. Service was top notch as well. Definitely a great dinning experience in a great food city!
(5)
Sean D.

My wife and I both had the three course dinner. We made sure to order different things for each and were going to try each others food. Every bite I had here was delicious. My only qualm problem with this place (and the only reason I did not give it 5 stars) was portion size. After three courses, both my wife and I left the restaurant starving -no joke! And we aren't 300 pound, overweight, must eat ten pounds for dinner type of people. All three of my courses I could have fit in my hand. The soft shelled crab was my favorite bite (pun intended) to eat.
(4)
Jessie R.

Pretty upset by the night we had a coquette recently. It was my birthday, and we chose Coquette because we've had two wonderful meals there in the past. As usual, the food was solid, despite being very small portions even for fine dining - I'm talking a couple oysters floating in a bowl of cream for the oyster stew- but the service just about ruined any food we ate that night. Our server, Erin, spent about two minutes tops at our table. Her backwater could not answer questions about the menu, such as, "The menu says this comes with a cajeta. What's a cajeta?" We were thrown between feeling rushed to order to being totally forgotten, waiting ages for our check, and subsequent ages for our card to return run through. As a last note, I was immediately disappointed that the kitchen refused to do an element of their tasting menu in an entree size and then was further dissapointed when our server didnt clearly run through any remaining options on the menu for someone who doesn't eat certain meat options. Do not expect much if you are vegetarian/ have an allergy/food preference. They seem pretty committed to being disinterested in their customers. Next time, I'll go to Dante's Kitchen, Boucherie, or any number of restaurants in NOLA that appreciate that diners who pay high prices expect highly trained servers.
(2)
Monica S.

Great brunch place LT had the biscuits and gravy .. It was the perfect amount of deliciousness! I had the bacon & eggs - seriously, the eggs were phenomenal and the bacon was wow! The service wasn't that great.. The waitress wasn't that friendly.. Soo my 4 stars is just for the food.
(4)
Erica G.

A wonderful meal overall. The fried oysters were excellent- piping hot with well seasoned batter and topped with fresh chopped citrus fruit placed- there were thin slices of beef under the oysters with horseradish cream sauce. The duck was perfectly cooked, tender with a hard crust, complimented with a brown mustard sauce and confit side salad. The strawberries and cream dessert was good, although I didn't care for the crunchy strawberry tube that housed the cream- it was too sweet and candy-like for me. The presentation was a mess too- like a strawberry log with blobs of foam on it- I'm willing to overlook this dish as everything else was so good. The lime coconut sesame dish was by far a better dessert- very refreshing and crisp. I loved it, and I'm not usually a dessert person.
(5)
Brant H.

We went here for our 20th anniversary, and loved it. The food was as good as any I've had. We had the chicken fried sweetbreads, grilled quail, and the scallops with pork bellies. It was all so delightful that you wanted to stop and savor every bite. My dessert - butterscotch pudding with snicker-doodle and bacon ice cream - was transcendant. The wait staff are young but they did a great job. This is in the Garden District, so if you're in the French Quarter and don't have a car you will need a taxi. Cab fare from the French Quarter is between $10-$15, depending on traffic. I would recommend hailing a cab from Canal Street to save money.
(5)
Emma C.

Fabulous. Great for a fancy date. Great wine list. Excellent service. My favorite upscale restaurant in New Orleans.
(5)
Scott H.

OK, I am willing to accept a lot for good food, but Coquette pushed the limit too far. I made a late reservation for dinner, but managed to arrive 45 minutes early. I asked if we could be seated, but was told it was not possible and we could grab a drink at the bar. Now, the tables were only half full, including a vacant table literally in the way of the front door. I figured maybe they were waiting for other reservations and dutifully ordered a drink and a appetizer while we waited for a table. Surprise, the tables didn't fill up. After waiting 45 minutes, we flagged down another hostess (strange they have so many people at the front desk in a relatively small restaurant) and asked about a table. I confirmed we had a reservation. Ten minutes later, after discussion back and forth between the staff at the front door, we were offered the same table we had to crowd past when we first came in and that had remained vacant for almost an hour while we waited at the bar. Seriously? Was it me or is Coquette just so cool that they don't need to worry about treating customers like crap? The experience was partially redeemed by good food. The duck especially was rich and smoky with great added flavors. Too bad the service remained uneven right through dinner. There are too many great restaurants, with great food and service, in New Orleans to bother returning to give this place another shot. Save yourself the mistake I made and just skip Coquette in the first place.
(3)
Calder G.

Service was awesome and they made us an interesting shot on the house after I ordered a couple rounds of Tuaca. They have an interesting menu and the food was fresh.
(5)
Ann T.

Not sure why I never wrote a review about this place, but I love it. Beautiful restaurant. The servers were not pretentious, even though it's a pretty fancy place. The cocktails we had were lovely and refreshing. I ate shellfish every time I was at Coquette -- highly recommend the fried oysters (in whatever manner they are presenting them seasonally) and the sea scallops. In a great seafood town, this place was close to the top of the heap for me.
(5)
Heather F.

After a few visits, I have to say it seems like you can't go wrong here. Everything tastes like the chef's signature dish. When ordering, be aware the plates are small but the food is rich. Coquette is just down the road from Commander's Palace. The building and the design are beautiful - New Orleans on an elegant but understated day.
(5)
Daniel S.

I enjoyed brunch at Coquette last Sunday, but wish the bartender/server practiced better hygiene. He kept coughing into his hands and then wiping them onto a towel tucked into his waistband, but germs have to be killed with soap or sanitizer. By the time I woke up the next morning, his cold had been transmitted to me courtesy of repetitive unsanitary interactions with my plates, cups, and glasses...an unfortunate take-away from an otherwise nice meal.
(4)
Curtis C.

Great drinks, tasty food. Lots of options for meat eaters and veggies. The seafood salad was amazing. Nice service too, with a romantic ambiance. Great for a date.
(4)
Sarah R.

Hubs and I were wandering Magazine Street on a recent trip to NOLA. We were waiting to head across the river to see a friend play at the Crown and Anchor, so we were killing time. Suddenly, we were both starving. We pulled up the Yelp app and looked for good places near our current location. We had just walked past Coquette and gone four blocks. The reviews made us turn around and walk back. We were NOT disappointed. We got there early (seemed like they had just opened), and were seated immediately. We ordered cocktails and chatted with our waitress. The Charcuterie board was the best I've ever had, and they make some pretty great ones in Austin. I had the hanger steak, and the hubs ordered the duck. They were both delicious. Seriously, there were some potato tots (for lack of a better word) that were amazing. The service was great. They were all friendly and were happy to discuss where the pub was, and how long it should take us to get there. THEN, we got our strawberries and cream dessert. We both stared at it. Is this really strawberries and cream? Absolutely not what you expect, but oh my gawd. I'm tempted to fly back to NOLA right now just for that piece of art. We'd never had anything like it. It was flawless, surprising, light, and fricking ridiculous. It was moment giving. Seriously, I'd go back. The whole experience was pretty perfect.
(5)
Bryan S.

I have never had a bad meal here. I have always found the service personable and professional. Great bar selection, and my wife and I have a particular taste in crafted drinks. We have requested off menu drinks and have directed them to exacting standards. ..they have yet to disappoint.
(5)
Shannon S.

Coquette is fine dining establishment with a focus on fresh and seasonal food but the portions are usually on the smaller side. The service has always been good but the seating can be a bit tight downstairs. My main complaint, other than the smaller portions, is that the food is sometimes a bit on the blander side of the New Orleans spice scale and might need a little more kick in some dishes. This is a nice lunch spot (I prefer sitting at the bar for lunch) but I've always found the lunch entree portions to be less than I need to fill me up so do plan on dining on multiple courses (and that can be enjoyable with the different selections here like the multi-course specials). The dinner portions are a bit better and the bar is also well known for making creative cocktails (and being a popular happy hour spot with some discerning cocktails fans). I've also attended some enjoyable private parties here, in the upstairs dining room. This establishment is very near to where I live but it usually isn't the first spot that pops in my mind when I'm considering a fine dining establishment but their frequently changing menu based on fresh seasonal ingredients makes it a good choice when I'm in the mood for something a bit different.
(4)
Lisa E.

Yummy
(5)
Daniel B.

I was brought to Coquette for dinner by a friend who strongly feels it is one of New Orleans' BEST restaurants... I don't feel that way. I did love the decor (tin ceiling, old-fashioned tile floor, just a really nice-looking place full of Southern charm), and I'd bring tourist friends here for the vibe of the place particularly for drinks if not for the food. The cocktails were excellent--I had an old-fashioned and it was made perfectly, then I tried one of their house drinks, Le RÃªve (a gin drink with liquers like elderflower, absinthe and chartreuse), which was also excellent. But the food was kind of...meh. I ordered the tempura shrimp as an appetizer and was surprised that the tempera breading was sort of a thin mushy layer coating the shrimp, rather than crisp tempura breading. The shrimp was served on a squirt of mayonaissey white sauce with some tiny grapefruit sections. The overall effect was (except for the shrimp) a little too mushy. I also had the steelhead trout and had mixed feelings about the dish overall. The trout was cooked well, crisp with butter. The lump crabmeat on top was oddly flavorless. Though I love crab, I wasn't really enjoying it so I told my dinner companion he could eat the rest. The artichoke-sunchoke vegetable side was delicious; I found myself wondering how i had been cooked so I could try to duplicate it at home. I'm pretty sure butter was involved but it wasn't heavy at all, just very flavorful. And I don't remember too much about the corn cake, I think it was probably good. They really lost me at the beignets and coffee pot de creme, the dish that everybody raves about. I must have come on a really bad night because when I bit into one of the beignets I could swear it had been cooked in oil that had been used a few too many times. Just that very oily-oily flavor where the oil draws too much attention to itself. If you drown the beignet in the chocolate you can cover up the oily flavor, which is what I did for the couple bites that I ate of the dessert (we shared it). So...underwhelming and I'm kind of surprised this restaurant gets such high marks from people. It's definitely not near the top of the NOLA totem pole in terms of dining, though the price is reasonable, that's one good thing about the place.
(3)
David F.

If you're a foodie, try "Coquet" in the garden district. Menu changes daily and it's one of the great, creative small restaurants anywhere. Black olive praline and cashew puree in your salad? Andouille infused caramel painted under your duck breast? A bit pricey, but not unreasonable... foodies won't care. Every bite is an experience to be remembered. Put this little gem on your bucket list.
(5)
Brady Z.

This is a wonderful date restaurant. My girlfirend and i had the prix fixe lunch menu which included an appetizer, main and dessert each. The food was absolutely delicious, the staff friendly and professional, and the atmosphe was great. We ate outside, on small tables along the sidewalk. Absolutely worth a return trip.
(4)
Billy ..

Great Place - Great Food - Great Service Highly recommend! They were very accommodating with gluten free diet.
(5)
Randy S.

Just when the food express was supposed to slow down, it gets kicked into high gear. And since I am absolutely loving this bistro trend in the city, today's stop was Coquette. Been wanting to try this place for a while, so some coworkers and I met there for pretty good meal. I ordered a Coquette Collins from the tasty looking cocktail menu. Gin and cucumber and lychee? Damn, it was mild tasting but wonderfully refreshing. Just found a new favorite drink. Again. We ordered some apps to share and I loved each one. The Pork Rillette with sour cherry and eggplant was amazing. The Fried Shrimp was surprising light and refreshing. Very tasty. And the slow cooked Pork Ribs were ridiculously tender. Perfectly seasoned and well paired with some cherry tomatoes. For the entree, I chose the Steak Frites. I wanted the Fish and Chips but it wasn't on last night's menu! Now, for those of us who occasionally do fast food and always wonder why we get so little fries, no need to worry about that here. You get a whole heaping mess of hand cut fries with this dish! Kudos for having hot sauce (which a NOLA joint should ALWAYS have) and a garlic aioli. Fries were extra plentiful and really good. The steak wasn't that bad, but to me the fries were the high point. After some shared desserts - chocolate filled mini-beignets and blueberry creme brulee - and a Royal Tokaji dessert wine. I was happy. And miserably full. All in all, not bad, decent prices, really good food and drink. With another good food spot walking distance from home, I wonder, can it get any better in the LGD???
(4)
Ken S.

My wife and I ate here on a Sunday night and had the most incredible meal. We started wit hthe vegetable salad. I then moved on to duck with bacon, jalepenos and something else that was spectacular. My wife had the scallops which was also amazing. The strawberry desert was also to die for. One of the best meals with the freshest of ingredients that I have had. A must go to place. Very casual space but our waitress, Tracey was terrific. She was friendly, attentive to us, joked with us and made the experience even more enjoyable.
(5)
Mike R.

The Cochon de Lait is spectacular. Pork marinated overnight in milk, pulled, formed into blocks and served over grits, beans, oven roasted cabbage and gravy. Really southern. Really good.
(5)
Char N.

On my most recent trip to NO, some local friends took me and my boyfriend to this fantastic restaurant in the Garden District. First, I have to give an applause out to the bartender/mixologist. I've never seen anyone be able to concoct drinks like him. I wasn't going to drink having had a bit of a NO hangover but he recommended the Corpse Reviver. It was the most perfect cocktail I've ever had. My boyfriend asked him to make something with JalapeÃ±o Tequila and the bartender came back with another perfect drink. If you are looking for a place to have a few drinks and see some magic behind the bar, definitely check this place out. The food was amazing too!
(5)
Kiki A.

Nice ambiance, BUT....ordered steak entree and salmon tartar. Decent steak but not great. Salmon tartar was forgettable at best. Risotto/rice that accompanied entree swam in what tasted like a pre-made Sysco red pepper/tomato sauce from a can. Not the best. Will definitely avoid going again knowing that there are other great restaurants in this city.
(1)
Jeremy R.

I wa in NOLA for a conference and tried Coquette with a group of friends on a local's recommendation. It turned out to be the best meal I had there. I started with the roast oysters, they were large and flavorful then moved on to the rabbit which was also excellent. I also tried a friend's pork belly app and cobia dinner and both were top notch. The semifreddo dessert was excellent but the beignets would have been better with a dark chocolate filling. The bar menu was also well considered and yielded up treats including Hitachino Nest Ale, Old Rasputin and Sazerac. The service was friendly and accomodating and the prices very reasonable for the quantity and quality of food served. For the vegetarian in our party the kitchen lovingly created a southern style spring roll that was not on the menu but showed real care and creativity.
(5)
Loren A.

Located in the beautiful Garden District of New Orleans, surrounded by charming works of the late local folk artist, Bill Hemmerling, there I sat in the upstairs dining room of Coquette for a leisurely Sunday brunch. The ambiance and wait staff (especially Elizabeth) were lovely. While my dishes, the oysters with fennel and the shrimp and grits were good, my mom had definitely made the better menu selections. She ordered the pork rilette, which was simple yet delectable, served with a variety of toppings; cherry jam, spicy dijon, bell pepper caponata, and wee little cornichons. She also ordered the battered shrimp with the spicy sambal sauce: great. My dad enjoyed the sausage and sunny-side-up egg. I had the beignets for dessert, which sadly had nothing on Cafe du Monde's. They instead tasted like cream puffs though the salted caramel sauce and coffee creme were delicious. Overall I give it a 5 for ambiance but consider it just shy of a home run for the food.
(4)
Reviewer A.

On a recent vacation to NOLA, had such a great lunch on our first day, we went back! Their chicken is incredibly moist and flavorful; They use many locally sourced ingredients, and everything was delicious and fresh. We're not sure about dinner, but their lunch special (appetizer, entree, and dessert) for $20 is a bargain, considering the quality and flavors of the food. Lastly, the staff was awesome; they were incredibly accomodating to our toddler, and even put together a little plate of fruit & veggies for her! Too bad we don't live in NOLA, since we would make it a regular spot.
(5)
A L.

Beignets with salted caramel. What else can you ask for. Everything else is fabulous as well.
(5)
Patrick A.

A great choice and a welcome break from French Quarter area restaurants!! Coquette is away from the busier French Quarter / Downtown area. It was a quick (less than 10 minute cab ride) from the Hilton Riverside and located in New Orleans's Garden District. Really had a great dinner here ; very much enjoyed the atmosphere, the food, and the specialty cocktails. Sat at the bar and I had the four course tasting menu - found each course to be unique and delicious!!! I also had the Baked Oyster appetizer and did not care for that too much as I thought the flavor of the oysters got lost in the horseradish cream sauce. The other three that I dined ordered off the entrÃ©e menu (not the tasting) - the servings were a bit on the small side, but all were impressed and very much enjoyed their choices. Nice specialty cocktails menu as well, I recommend the drink made with JalapeÃ±o' Tequila!!
(4)
Erin V.

I went here for Valentines Day and had an incredible experience. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful- an old house converted into an elegant resturaunt. This is classic New Orleans french cuisine and I would say a must go on any trip to the city. The part of magazine street that it is on is also very cute. I had the V day special which was very good and a chocolate cake to share for dessert which was great. Our waiter was super cute also! Great place!
(4)
Kieu N.

I absolutely LOVE Coquette. My friend tried the lunch special that included blacken drum on risotto. I had the fish n chips which was perfect! Not oily or too much batter. A complimentary charbroiled oyster appetizer was sent to us consisting of cheese and bacon... YUM! The dessert was decadent! Looking forward to going back again soon!
(5)
Everette Scott S.

By far my absolute favorite restaurant in town. -Incredible food, wonderful service, and a memorable experience EVERY SINGLE TIME WITHOUT FAIL. Bravo Coquette, keep up the amazing work!!
(5)
Natalie M.

First of all, Wednesday's drink special is $5 on any of their wines by the glass. I tried a couple glasses of sparkling wine and they were wonderful. Next, the ambiance was just what I like - great lighting, exposed brick, tables at a decent distance. It felt warm and intimate. The house salad was simple and delicious: bibb lettuce, goat cheese and toasted pecans with a light dressing. The house made bread is out of this world. Possibly the best bread ever. It really is that good. The crab cake entree is a decent size and had a perfectly crabby, citrusy, fresh taste. Delicious. The beignet dessert with a chocolate filling and french pressed Community coffee was the perfect ending. The beignets were fresh and hot and I have been dreaming about them ever since. I plan on going back just for dessert and coffee at the bar very soon. This place will definitely be added to my list of restaurants to visit again.
(4)
R T.

My fiance loved the market salad. The flavors were perfect. It set the bar very high for the rest of the meal, which was marginal in comparison. My scallops were too salty, and the veggie dish they whipped up for my fiance wasn't that great.
(3)
Rachel W.

Food looked good, but had 5$ cocktails on a Thursday night. Not a lot of room, but nice place to go to when you wanna feel fancy. French 75 and Sazerac was delicious.
(4)
K W.

decent high-end restaurant. i've been a couple of times to meet friends who LOVE coquette and haven't been knocked off my socks on any of the visits. the menu changes based on seasonal ingredients, but there are always standbys (like the house salad and pork rilette). my favorite item was a butternut squash and coconut milk soup with chorizo, but it wasn't anything i couldn't have made at home for half the cost. the space is cute but too cramped for my tastes, especially when it gets crowded. bar is well-stocked with special 5 dollar house cocktail nights. note: dinner menu not available until 5.30 pm, but you can sit at the bar and drink if you arrive early. when there are so many other fine dining restaurants around town, i suppose i just wouldn't waste my time here.
(3)
Beth N.

We loved just about everything about Coquette. From the table upstairs away from the noisier crowd downstairs to our leisurely paced service. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. Between four of us we were able to sample a good number of appetizers and main courses from the small menu that changes daily. We were so impressed that we asked to speak to the chef which we did on our way out and discovered that his focus on vegetables matched our observation that locally farmed organic vegetables receive careful consideration at Coquette. Portions are modest and flavors distinct so you savor each bite. Standouts were the Potatoe leek soup, Ravioli with Ramps, Smoked Drum salad, Fried Chicken and our desserts which included a dollop of peanut butter ice cream and a donut with huckleberries. All generously washed down with lashings of Picpoul de Pinet (white) and a GSM to see us through. Four stars because even though we disagreed amongst ourselves, the pasta for the ravioli was a bit tough, it took a really long time for the one cocktail ordered to arrive and service could have been a tad more attentive to detail. The prices probably are fair for such attention in the menu and execution in the kitchen but don't expect huge portions or fried seafood. This is a really special place.
(4)
Kalani C.

Came here with friends this past Jazz Fest (2009) for a break from their Bud & Miller Light night outs. I'm actually more of a wine guy, so having a glass here from their decent wine list, was refreshing. The place was charming with high ceilings, warm ambiance and housed in an antique building. A bit of a ways apart from the livelier section of Magazine. The menu looked amazing. Regret not having the time for dinner here.
(4)
Shabana A.

I recently stumbled upon Coquette when a group of my friends were in New Orleans for a bachelorette get-away weekend around Aug 5. This place was so delicious!!! The service was awesome - thanks to our server, Elizabeth. And best of all, the beignets were light, fluffy and super delicious. They were better than Cafe Dumonde in my opinion. You have to try this place!
(5)
Kelly M.

By far, the BEST meal I've had in New Orleans. From the homemade bread to the perfectly prepeared entress and decadent desserts, this place syole the cake. Awesome! Make reservations because the retaurant fills up fast and the food makes you want to linger!
(5)
Rose S.

Superb! Masterful! A delightful blend of flavors equivalent to what one experience that is like what you see on Top Chef. Fabulous! Had 2 appetizers - Gulf Shrimp & the Baby Quail with beignets for desert. Gulf Shrimp was standard NOLA fare. The Baby Quail was a masterpiece of fried quail on a bed of lettuce with a creamy buttermilk ranch dressing & pickled jalapenos. Beignets were dense & not liking coffee in my mousse enjoyed with extra powdered sugar. Service was fantastic - my friend is a regular here. this was my 1st time on a trip to NOLA which is always a gastronomical delight. This was the one to top this trip.
(5)
Jennifer L.

I've been here a number of times since it opened (we were fans of the Japanese restaurant that used to be in the space). Love the ambiance and the building. Good food, nice selection. Regular New Orleans prices. Fine drink menu. Good staple if you're looking for a nice meal but can't decide on where to go.
(4)
Erin G.

This is my favorite classy joint in New Orleans. I like that it's nice enough that you can get dressed up for a date, but also laid back enough that you can sit at the bar and share some small plates. I go here pretty often and have never had an unsatisfactory dish, let alone a bad experience. Amazing cocktails, competent but relaxed service, and a small menu of delightful options; pretty much everything I am looking for in a dining experience. Favorite dishes include the sweet potato risotto, scallops, and, for some reason, the salad with goat cheese and bib lettuce is beyond tasty.
(5)
Andy P.

My wife and I sat at the bar yesterday and had the 3 course lunch. Honestly, probably the best $20 I have spent on food. Amazing deal!
(5)
SNACKe R.

Beautiful space, good service , good but not great food. Rabbit terrine bland (more salt?), bass good. Pork too salty and came with same sauce and julienned veg as the pork. Cocktails are fantastic! Go for those if nothing else.
(4)
vincent h.

Arranged a dinner for a large group while in New Orleans (May 2011). Coquette was our favorite meal while there. The atmosphere is good, the service was good (although you have to plan 3 hours for dinner anywhere in New Orleans...) The long bar is great to get a drink while waiting for the table. Tables outside and small tables downstairs are very romantic. The food was great and not too experienced. We all loved it. The almond tart was incredible. So much wine I can't remember much before that except that I loved it all.
(5)
michelle a.

we came across this place as we wandered around...decided to check it out just because it was there...had a wonderful time and ate many different and new things...
(4)
Rhona F.

If you can get past the noisy dining room, this is a fabulous dining experience. (I don't think there are any quiet restaurants in NOLA.) But the food is exceptional. We followed the referrals of a couple sitting next to us for both appetizers and entrees. The fried oysters and white asparagus soup were delicious. Couldn't decide which was better among the two entrees we ordered, the scallops or the cochon (pork) Both were excellent.If you bring your own wine, there is no corkage charge for the first bottle. The servers were all very pleasant and capable. Definitely a place to return to next year.
(5)
Steve B.

After residing for months as one of my favorite restaurants, Coquette has planted itself squarely in the dog house. The cocktail was phenomenal, the wine was great, the starters were very good as well. Service became glitchy about half way through the meal. This was probably because of all the problems the entrees were causing throughout the restaurant. Both of our entrees were disappointing and one, featuring smoked rabbit, was inedible. The table beside us had the same problem with that entree before ours arrived, so I don't know why the dish was not removed from the menu. The server apologized but when I asked for the entree to be removed from the check, he came back with the offer to discount the dish by half. Even if my request had been honored, I would have questioned whether it would make sense to roll the dice here in the future. After this fiasco, I feel like I got mugged which usually only happens on the walk back to the car.
(1)
Virginia F.

My best girlfriend and I met here 2 weeks ago during the Coolinary Menu special. I've passed Coquette many times and always wanted to try it. Well, that lunch menu special drew me in and I'm so glad it did! I had the 3 course lunch, which the particulars were suggested by our wonderful waitress. (Service was a little slow, but she was very nice and to be fair, the restaurant became very busy right after we sat down.) I had the Boston lettuce salad with goat cheese and candied walnuts...the delicious dressing (I want to say a vinaigrette) went perfectly with the goat cheese and those heavenly walnuts. I ate every morsel off my salad plate and as you can probably tell from my profile picture, I'm not the biggest fan of salads. Next, was the pork belly lettuce wraps--and can I say that was amazing! The pork was cooked perfectly, crispy on the edges and tender and juicy on the inside. The fresh lettuce, cilantro, mint leaves and pickled carrot were the *perfect* compliment to the pork, it was so refreshing on that steamy hot day. Mmmm! I can't wait to have it again! OH, I forgot the dessert, I had the Grand Marnier mousse. It wasn't my favorite, it was a bit bland for me, I like my sweets with a little zip to it. But my friend's dessert--the so beignets with the salted caramel dip and the chocolate coffee dip...was soooo good! I will be returning for another delicious lunch with the rest of my friends.
(5)
john s.

We had lunch here, and it was fine. I had the baked oysters which were a bit bland, and the "pulled lamb" which was ok also. service was good and I would certinly go there again. Beginets were great.
(3)
Carol G.

Bread, special bread basket & fried Soft shell crab spectacular! Duck and scallops also great. Soft shell crab extremely ever so lightly breaded making the crab taste dominate! Some may think portions are small (for the price) but we thought they were just right. Had both brunch ($30 for 3 courses) and dinner there.
(5)
Donna D.

Amazing dinner. Impeccable service. Wonderful experience. After dessert, we wanted to start all over again! I am convinced the chef could make old shoes taste great.
(5)
Jennifer K.

Outstanding restaurant! This was by far the best food we had in New Orleans. If you are spoiled by good food, this place will not disappoint. Romantic atmosphere but also good for small groups. The Duck Rillette was very good as was the Beet Salad, but the best part of the dinner was the Duck Ravioli stuffed with collard greens and the reinvented Bananas Foster with pound cake. We also had a side of the Cedar Ice Cream. I highly recommending getting this if you're into slightly more mature and unique ice creams. Service was great as well and was on par with the quality of the food. We had a wonderful evening. Thanks, Coquette!
(5)
Jason L.

A year has passed since our last visit to Coquette, but it was definitely worth waiting for . . . The five of us -- back in town for a conference PLUS the French Quarter Festival -- arrived at Coquette only discover that it was "Speciality Cocktail Night," and all their housemade specialty drinks were only $5! We were shown to the upstairs dining room -- something I didn't even realize existed on my previous visit! In contrast to the black-and-white tile floor and pressed tin ceiling, this has a hardwood floor, artwork on the walls -- it's a very comfortable room that felt "private" even in the presence of other diners. We began with cocktails. I had my usual Sazerac (excellent, by the way), while Lynn & Virginia had a "Ponchatoula Punch" (strawberry infused vodka, Amaretto, lemon and vanilla Dry Soda; quite good, a bit like Hawaiian Punch, but without the sweet finish), and Amy & Linda had a "Coquette Collins" (shochu, hibiscus liqueur, ginger liqueur, lemon, soda; light, clean, refreshing). Then, we moved onto a bottle of Champagne (Diebolt-Vallois) as we contemplated our appetizers . . . The Local Green Salad (with candied pecans, red wine vinaigrette and goat cheese) was fresh, flavorful and refreshing. The Pork Rillette (served with cornichons, piquillo peppers, Dijon mustard, and toast points) was one of the very best renditions of this dish I've ever had! The Fettuccine, served with a fresh yard egg, country ham, and fava beans was truly delicious. And the Roast Oysters -- prepared with fennel, Benton's bacon ragout and horseradish -- were just perfect! For our mains, we focused this time on the restaurant's seafood: Arctic Char (prepared with sweet pea risotto, asparagus, and a preserved lemon vinaigrette) was stunning; so was the Alaskan Halibut (with globe artichokes, niÃ§oise olives and fennel), and the Black Drum (served atop shrimp and grits with collard greens) left all of us wanting more! These were perfectly matched with a bottle of the 2007 Domaine Leflaive MÃ¢con-VerzÃ©. And for dessert? Well, we just had to get their beignets again -- this time paired with chocolate pot de crÃ©me and cream -- but we also had their chocolate brownie served with cherry anglaise and their vanilla panna cotta with blood orange, candied fennel and basil. Simply put -- fantastic! As far as our criticism of our previous visit, we never felt rushed or hurried. Indeed, we enjoyed our meal at a peaceful leisurely pace and a great time was had by all!
(5)
S C.

One of THE best places to eat in New Orleans. Delicious, handcrafted drinks, extensive wine list, gorgeous food, and the waitstaff and bartenders are not pretentious at all (very important in my book). I've been here for lunch, a Mother's Day brunch, after work cocktails, and for the $5 wine and $5 specialty cocktail nights and I have never once been disappointed. It's not the cheapest place I've ever been to but every dollar was well spent. I could eat here every single day.
(5)
Lynn J.

Came here for a business dinner in January 2012 and was utterly pleased with the creative and delicious food we were served. The Cochon de Lait and fried Brussels sprouts were amazing. We all ordered different entrees and were pleased. Liked the ambience too--prices were what we expected for such good food. Would definitely come here again!
(4)
Mark B.

Still a fan. However, Went there last night for dinner after work. Was a little let down by the service. We both did the tasting menu which was delicious and ordered a bottle of wine. Leave it to coquette to make brussel sprouts delicious. I'm craving them as I type this. The waiter was even friendly. The food was slow to arrive and we were left waiting for a while between the courses. The food runners weren't knowledgeable about the food. I am a firm believer that when doing a tasting menu you are doing it partly for the experience. The Food servers would run the food out and drop it off at the table as if they were feeding a herd of cattle with a "Here you go!" as they scurried away...as if to avoid any questions about the dish being served. I even noticed it at the table next to us. The man, whom i became aquainted with and who was on an extended stay from LA (as in California) called them out on it. I even questioned what one of the dishes were as i could not recall what it was. The reply...."some pasta and vegetable dish. I'm sorry...i don't really know. I'm just the food runner." JUST the food runner??? Not a good answer. Everyone should be prepped and knowledgeable about the food...especially on the tasting menu. Just sayin... I shall give them the benefit of the doubt and say they were having an off night and I definitely intend to go back as the food is exceptional.
(3)
Shannon K.

Truly, I cannot say enough good things about this place. Our lunch was so good, I almost scrapped our dinner plans and went back, but decided to put them on my dinner list next trip. First, the restaurant itself is a very charming cafÃ©/wine bar. The bar is gorgeous dark oak. Service was very prompt and helpful, even offering opinions when we asked for them. Once our server realized we were game, he offered his opinions on a couple of things without prompting, which I appreciated, as he was very knowledgeable. At our waiter's suggestion, we shared the roast oysters with fennel and Benton's bacon ragout, and horseradish for an appetizer. They came out piping hot and delectable. As good as they were (and they were moist and delicious), they were the weak link in a meal that frequently entered into the sublime. We ordered separate entrees and split them on an extra plate, another lovely suggestion from our server. We tied in the entrÃ©e Olympics, as both were divine. I ordered the shrimp and grits and was blown away by the rich, full flavor of both the shrimp and the grits. The dish included red pepper, which gave it a nice zing. My mom ordered the special, the scallops, which were equally good. We ordered the fresh squeezed lemonade, which was so tasty, we were compelled to order cocktails. We each ordered a champagne cocktail that was lovely and clearly made with all fresh ingredients. Their bartender has it going on, big time. Just when I thought things couldn't get any better, we ordered dessert. I ordered the panna cotta, which was served with blood orange and candied fennel. I adore panna cotta, and this was quite possibly the best I've ever had. Even given that, it couldn't compete with my mom's chocolate pot de crÃ¨me, which made us delirious with its light, fluffy chocolate taste. I like pot de crÃ¨me, but sometimes it is too dense. Not this - it was light as a cloud, served with a dollop of whipped cream. Even better, it was accompanied by about eight fluffy beignets sprinkled with powdered sugar. I truly can't think of a better dessert I've had anywhere on the planet. I've been dreaming of this meal, and cannot wait to go back. It's food so good, it's worth a special trip to New Orleans just to eat there. I was chatting with the manager, who told me the chef used to be the sous chef at August, so his talent comes with a pedigree, too.
(5)
Bettina S.

If were to rank the aspects of my experience at Coquette, from best to worst, it would go: 1) Sitting outside on the corner on a beautiful day 2) The service 3) The champagne cocktails 4) The dessert (goat cheese mousse) 5) The rest of the food. I knew visiting New Orleans I would have a bit of a problem with the food--I don't like green bell peppers. That said, I can deal with them, but at Coquette, I found it to be an overwhelming flavor in both my appetizer and entree. My appetizer soup actually wasn't too bad, and it was advertised with peppers so I was expecting it. However, the duck confit was covered in the same pepper relish that the soup had, and on top of it was tough... for those who don't know, duck confit should never be tough. Still, as I mentioned, the atmosphere, service, cocktails, and dessert were amazing. If I'm in town again, I'd definitely love to sit outside and sip on more cocktails and dessert. And to be honest, based on the other reviews, I'd probably give it another shot... I'll just ask about peppers in advance.
(3)
Kyle Y.

We keep coming back to Coquette for their amazing $20 lunch menu. This time, it was fried oysters, cochon de lait, and chocolate cake w/ banana milkshake. All amazing. I had never tried cochon de lait before, but I trust Coquette to make anything on the menu worth ordering. It was great: slow roasted pork over pureed sweet potatoes, topped with an apple chutney. Three trips to Coquette so far, and hopefully many more to come.
(5)
Jenaia F.

I've been to New Orleans twice in the past year and have made a point of seeking out some of the best restaurants to eat at. Coquette is most definitely at the top of my list. First of all, if you happen to be in town on a Thursday, I suggest you make a point of stopping in for either lunch or dinner. All of their specialty cocktails are available for $5 (versus the usual $10-$12). Tasted their French75 which was amazing (probably the best I've had, actually) and the Belle Fleur which surprised me in a very good way. Both were refreshing and delicious with just a hint of fruitiness. Decided on the 3 course lunch special for $22 - What a bargain!! Had the grilled quail salad - Loved. Their black-drum was light, perfectly seasoned, and was plated beautifully. However, the kicker here was their desert -- The Goat Cheese Mouse that was served with almonds, blueberries, and honey. This dessert knocked my socks off!! It was really that good. To add to the amazing food and drink experience, we had the beautiful space to look at. They did a great job with the decor at this restaurant. You have the exposed brick walls, the white table cloths, the dark wooden bar, and the crystal chandeliers. Gorgeous... simply gorgeous. Great spot for a lunch or dinner date with your significant other. Can't wait to return!
(5)
A P.

Good happy hour, no food from 3-4:30... Fun atmosphere.
(3)
Chris M.

I ordered the "Pig" entree which includes BBQ pork, pork belly, and some sausage. I kind of wish they pre-cut the pork for me. I began pulling the pork belly apart with my fork, but it wan't necessary because it was already tender. I wish I cut it in thick slices or chunks instead. The BBQ pork was very rich. I wish I cut it into thin slices and ate it with the other items on the plate. The sausage also had a lot of flavor. I should have cut that thin. There's not much here for dessert. They have a chocolate tart but I'm in no hurry to put on five pounds.
(5)
Clarissa L.

Great find in New Orleans! Went on Wed during dinner with five co-workers. Pluses: - Pleasantly surprised when waiter said it was $5 wines on Wed. Tried the Tempranillo and Rhone wines. Both were very smooth. Definitely worth every drop. - $40 tasting menu with great beet salad, shrimp w/ grits (?), amazing hanger steak, and just bite-size pieces of beignets w/ light chocolate pudding. All the serving sizes were perfect - satisfied, but not feeling like a huge porker that needed to be wheelbarrowed home afterwards (have felt that after eating at other places). - Great service. Chef was accommodating by allowing us to try the tasting menu even though not everyone at the table was going to order it. Everyone was attentive. Wished I lived in New Orleans so I could eat here often!
(5)
Kim S.

Hanger steak - absolutely wonderful! Great service!
(4)
Cass C.

Anticlimatic.... I have been trying to get in here for date night for so long that it's possible the anticipation shadowed our actual meal. But not likely, it really all came down to completely unattentive service. I give them 4 stars for the food, it would have been 5 but they reused the same collard green medley under 3 of the 4 courses we had, whatsa matter no mustard greens? The drinks were a solid 5 stars. The Host was worth 5 stars as he was the only person in the building that seemed to know we existed. Now for our 2 star server. This guy( scruffy with glasses and goatee, you know who you are dude) couldn't even take the time to make eye-contact with us while taking our order. No item descriptions, no conversation, no nothing. And that's the last time we saw him without flagging him down. Food would come to the table, thrown in front of us by other servers with no descriptions. Drinks went empty, what am I a camel? I had to flag him down for another, luckily I wanted the same drink since he didn't bother asking just turned to the computer to order me what I had got the last round. Finally for the desert i had to ask another waiter for a menu so we could figure out what we were about to ingest. Sad, cute building, great thought put into the menu and poor execution on the part of waitstaff means I'll be eating at one of the other 800+ restaurants in this city and recommending that others do the same.
(3)
T M.

Coquette is an excellent garden district restaurant. A short walk from the trolley, is a nicely decorated room, great long wood bar. Batrtender was freindly, nice drink list. We had excellent dirty martini's to start. The menu was not overwhelming, one side of appetizers, one side of entre's and a four course chefs choice (45) with a wine pairing option (20). I was there with two others, we shared fried oysters in a delicious sauce, and had deliciously rich bisques to begin. Fresh bread that was very good. Our entre's were a crabcake, scallops, and redfish. My scallops may have been the best ive ever had, the crabcake delighted my wife, and the redfish and accompanying jambalaya were excellent. Interesting and reasonable wine list, good by the glass offerings too. We really enjoyed our dining experience, and when we get back to nola we will go again.
(4)
James D.

Average food not worth the price. Good service and atmosphere. Would only go back for a quick bite and drink at the bar...
(2)
Snhie N.

In about 3 days in NOLA I gorged myself on a lot of great food in different places but this was one of my favorites by far. This place is classy with an intimate feel. It is a bit small and in a location off from the main city area but it is worth the drive through the weird streets The food was in moderate portions perfect to the last bite. Great service and staff too! I tried the fired oysters--nice texture and flavor and the tempura shrimp for appetizers. The tempura shrimp is definitly a doer--the shrimp is lightly battered and paired with grapefruit, which sounds weird but brings a burst of flavors to the shrimp and sauces. My meal was the drum with fresh veggies--perfectly pan fried with no greasiness and the veggies were fresh with a light sauce. Dessert --out of this world chocolate mousse with peanut butter omg I miss it so much!!! The creme brulee was okay but a little weird so steer clear of that. Okay now that I am done re living my fabulous meal all I have to say is try this place if you are in New Orleans!
(4)
Jonathan R.

This is an example of how much good service can make a difference in a dining experience. We went there for lunch on a Thursday afternoon and Craig made sure that we were taken care of. He really seemed to care about making sure that we had a good time and was happy to answer all of our questions about the menu and the drink selection (both of which have some very unique offerings). Plus, it was clear that he was enjoying himself and that makes the whole meal that much better. This location has changed hands a few times recently but hopefully Coquette will stick around for a while because it is a nice addition to the restaurant scene. I would say the highlights of what we tried were the roasted oysters and the redfish. I think they change up there menu seasonally but if either of these are on it when you go, definitely try them. I have not been there for dinner but I would be interested in trying it out.
(4)
Leah B.

Great drinks but the food is doll sized and mediocre at best. And don't get me wrong, I can appreciate quality gourmet portions, but this isn't it! The last time I was there I paid $30 for three scallops (as an entree). Also, the bartender took it upon himself to make a drink to go with my dessert. For ten minutes I thought great redeeming things about this restaurant, only to see it at the bottom of the bill moments later. Who makes an unrequested drink and then charges for it?? There are too many wonderful eateries in this city to waste your time on this one.
(2)
Christine E.

Amazing!! One of the best meals I have had in a long long time. Atmosphere was great. Service was outstanding (Eli was our server). They use local food that is in season which I love. We will definitely be returning!
(5)
Isabella S.

Atmosphere is nice and quiet. Food is good. Servers were very helpful with wine selection and very knowledgable about the menu. Just to give an example of the quality of the food: I don't typically like brussel sprouts, but the brussel sprouts here were actually good.
(4)
Suz L.

Awesome.
(5)
Outside E.

Average food. They have better places in new Orleans to try.
(3)
Jojo S.

My husband and I went to this restaurant for Sunday Brunch (around 11:30AM). We were the first ones there and the hostess acted like we needed a reservation. She seated us and out server Brian was WONDERFUL. First, they served this amazing hot and fresh ciabatta bread with butter. We ordered the three course meal (appetizers-the acorn/butternut squash soup for him and the calamari form me). They brought out the wrong appetizer, it was better than my calamari (pasta, squash, garlic, and parmesan cheese). This appetizer was DELISH and started the party in my mouth. The soup was okay. We both ordered the shrimp and grits as a main course. It was very tasty but a little on the salty side (that is why I gave four stars instead of five). For dessert I had the carrot cake and he had a chocolate, peanut butter concoction with peanuts. Both desserts were beautifully presented and tasty. One more thing, if you order the fresh squeezed lemonade or cranberry juice you will get about four sips (incredibly juice small portion).
(4)
Steve M.

I didn't eat much to merit a review of the food but to charge $1 for ice on a $20 cocktail is ridiculous!
(1)
Lior S.

food was fair but portion are just ridiculously small 7 adults got 2 plate of shrimp each with 3 shrimps (not prawns $11) that's less than a shrimp for adult! when pointed out to the waiter he said "let me see what i can do about it" in main course entree of oysters was 3 (three) oysters ($12). left hungry and crossed the street for sake cafe!
(2)
Monica L.

I found Coquette en route to Domilise's for legendary po'boys. But as the name suggests, I was seduced inside-the little minx. I can't believe that this place used to be an auto parts store (the bartender told me). The long bar just screams fun so I asked to sit there. I noticed quickly that this was THE place for the real housewives of Nola to lunch. The rocks were out! At the bartender's suggestion, I ordered the lobster bisque and roasted oysters. The bisque was wonderfully silky and rich in flavor with hunks of lobster at the center. The pieces of lobster could have been a little smaller I don't think a knife has any place on a soup bowl. The oysters were a half dozen of briny, savory bites of the sea. The meat was plump and tender and topped by a sprinkling of parmesean, horseradish and bacon. I was too full to try the desserts but the panna cotta sounded amazing. I wish I'd known about Coquette before because I would have been sure to try dinner here.
(4)
Joseph T.

This was simply amazing. The food was amazing and the presentation was on point. Even if all you do is go in for desert, you must try this place. Great food.
(5)
Amy N.

I love this restaurant more than life itself. My husband and I have gone to this restaurant so many times, mostly for lunch. The lunch portions are just right. The flavors are beyond this world. This place is perfect for dates and intimate settings. Everything on the menu is good!!! The restaurant is small but that's what I love about it. Nice bar area. This place delivers awesome service. I've heard from the waiters that many celebrities who are in town come to this place, but I don't come here for its popularity. I come here because my life depends on it. Reservations are recommended.
(5)
John R.

(Visited 3/27/2010) Found this place via Yelp while we were wandering around the Garden District...thank you Yelpers! After reading the Yelp reviews and plugging the address into my GPS my girlfriend and I were rewarded with one of best dining experiences of this trip. (They also use OpenTable.com for reservations). I've been going to New Orleans every March for years but have never heard of Coquette. Arriving just after noon, we were able to nab a perfect outdoor table on the side of the building under a tree and umbrella. The weather was perfect. Having hit the local food and beverages hard the two days before, we decided we'd try to go a little light on the calorie intact. After walking for nearly 4 miles, we decided to have a glass each of a Spanish Cava sparkling wine which was perfect for the weather and the mood. Just in passing, we mentioned to our server (who was outstanding - more below) we were going to "split" and order of a roasted oysters appetizer and an order of fish and chips. The oysters were served excellently - hot, juicy with a wild onion topping. Our server took the extra step to have the app ACTUALLY split in half with 3 oysters per plate resting attractively on course rock salt! As an oyster lover (and glutton while in NO), I couldn't stop talking about these oysters all week. Next came the fish and chips, again thoughtfully separated for us on individual plates. The fish was delish. Period. Light and fluffy with a tasty breading. The great little twist on this dish was that it was served over a drizzle of Louisiana Hot Sauce reduced with sugar. A little spicy, a little sweet but very tasty. I could have eaten this meal my entire time there. Back to the service which was definitely top notched. Besides being very impressed with our own waiter, who seemed to know every detail about every menu item, we noticed the staff across the board was invested in their customers. It was refreshing to see such cheerful teamwork. We were enjoying ourselves so much that, while we skipped dessert (calories...); I had to have the sazerac advertised on their menu. I recommend you do as well. They also have a very extensive wine selection which unfortunately, other than the Cava, we didn't get to explore. Our bill came to about $50 which is something of an inside joke to us. For some reason, almost every meal we had in New Orleans came to about $50...this one was the best spent $50 of them all, though. Make this a must stop if you are in the Garden District and let this place nudge you to escape Bourbon for awhile if you are not!
(5)
Rafael R.

A fine meal, consisting of a entrees of scallops,triple tail, a side of rillette, asparagus and bibb salad made for a welcome dinner at the end of a long day of shopping on Magazine Street. While the food was fresh and nicely prepared, it was not an overall standout on our visit and during our overall dining experiences in NOLA. Service was friendly and the crowd was mixed, from casual dress to coat and tie.
(3)
Scott S.

The pork rilette is a meal in itself! Definitely an appetizer to share. Everything is excellent. We'll be back soon!
(5)
Elaine G.

Ok, I love good food at a good price. Just to give you an idea, their tasting menu is $40 per person. We opted to choose our own courses and boy was it good! We had the Beet salad, Duck Rillette, Collard Greens Ravioli and the Hangar Steak. I realize that the menu changes daily but I don't think you can order anything wrong here. There was also a dessert-Bananas Foster with carmelized pound cake. While I pretty much like carmelized anything this pound cake was, um, how do you say....phenomenal?! We sat upstairs and it was cozy, like someone's formal dining room. We had shopped up and down Magazine earlier so this was a very nice ending to a wonderful day!
(5)
Jennifer D.

There's nothing more New Orleans than Sunday brunch and Coquette's take is nothing short of perfection. For $25/person you get a three course spread that will beyond satisfy. I personally started with the fried shrimp with grapefruit, niÃ§oise olives, and sambal vinaigrette. It was very unique and refreshing with almost an Asian flavor. Second I chose the pimento cheese sandwich. As simple a classic as this is, it was so rich and decadent I almost didn't finish it. For dessert I had the goat cheese mousse. So creamy with just enough goat cheese flavor, not overpowering. All topped off with a bellini and I'm set for the day (or a nap). I can't wait for my next trip to NOLA so I can try their dinner menu!!
(5)
Marek P.

The food was excellent but they sat us upstairs, which I will never allow again as they forgot to serve us bread, forgot to replace our cutlery between courses and basically ignored us for the most part. Having said this the space is great and I loved the food and the atmosphere downstairs and will give them another chance.
(4)
grace s.

beautiful dining room, great friendly service- feels high end white table cloth, but with service that is new orleans style friendly and welcoming. Food is all great- one of the few places where the vegetables are given as much attention as the meat.
(5)
Lianna P.

I've eaten at Coquette twice, and enjoyed my entrees both times. Service is attentive and punctual, and I enjoy the ambiance (remember when the place was Takumi, an overpriced sushi bar with icy AC and obnoxiously loud 80s music?). Desserts are yummy too, but I wasn't a fan of the tasteless beignets. Cocktails are inventive and reasonably priced, though!
(4)
Emerson A.

This is a must restaurant to visit. Food is amazing, is not a 5 star because of the service. Not Bad but no a 5 star service.
(4)
Catherine D.

The lunch was so good, I had the Shrimp and Grits and it was the best of all that I tried throughout the city..... wonderful flavor. Very nice ambiance, good service. We really enjoyed being in this restaurant and they also have outdoor tables. The $20 lunch ia a great value. Also a good selection of wines.
(4)
Presh E.

I went here during a business lunch and it provided a very good setting. For the meal, I had the three-course lunch, which wasn't too pricey for what it is. I chose the salad as the first course, catfish for the second and funnel cake for the third. OK, my brief descriptions don't do the meal justice. The salad greens were salty, unusually salty. It wasn't bad or unbearable, just different. However, it came with goat cheese and candied pecans. The mix of those three items made the entire dish amazing, but each one individually lacked something. Great combination. The catfish, I was a little disappointed with. Maybe I looked something over on the menu, but it came with something I just wasn't expecting. In my opinion, they should be more explicit with some items on the menu. Anyway, it was topped with this mystery ingredient (the one I wasn't expecting, and I don't know what it was... didn't want to disrupt the meeting by asking the waitress) and baby tomatoes. it was good, I ate it and was satisfied, but I kinda wish I would have gotten something else. The dessert... They served this very particular piece of funnel cake, dusted with powdered sugar on top of a vanilla pudding (I think it was a pudding, but it was pretty dense for pudding) and sliced strawberries. So delicious. I expected to be over-stuffed, but the meal was very satisfying. I'm glad I went with the three-course lunch. Also, loved the atmosphere of the restaurant; it looks like a renovated house. The dining are a is small, the bar takes up almost half the space. I'll have to come back for dinner, though, and order a drink. Their alcohol selection looked very extensive...
(4)
Kelly L.

We lucked onto this restaurant and I would like to emphasize the word "luck." The food was amazing and the ingredients were all locally sourced. We had eggs Benedict, a delicious concoction with crabmeat and a far cry from the typically overcooked eggs that resemble golf balls stuck on a piece of ham and English muffin. A special shout out to Jacob, who had to be one of the most personable restaurant managers I've met. He recommended other NOLA restaurants far off the beaten track, not the usual ones others always tell tourists. This eatery is a must for anyone who loves carefully prepared inventive dishes.
(5)
Bill F.

We were brought to Coquette's by local friends and it was the best meal we had while in New Orleans. Prices were reasonable, service was excellent, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the presentation and flavor of our meals were outstanding. We arrived on a Friday night at 7pm with reservations and were seated immediately in the homey environment on the upper level. We were started out with an appetizer on a cutting board consisting of a variety of fish, duck, and vegetables, all of which were great. I had pork cheeks (a first for me) and they were wonderful and not at all what I expected. The vegetables accompanying were well prepared and the presentation was excellent. Our local friend had the beef hanger and I recommended against it to my wife because I had beef hanger in a well reviewed Kansas City restaurant and it was awful. Big mistake... the beef was beautifully presented and had a wonderful flavor. We all had a taste. The catfish and duck were also terrific. As far as I could tell, every diner there was enjoying their succulent meal. Well worth it for a tourist to make the trip away from the French Quarter for a meal here.
(5)
Jason C.

Old Review from Valentine's Day 2013 FYI. I went to Coquette, usually a safe choice. I will start off and say I had a 9:15 reservation. We sat down and enjoyed a nice opening drink round. A glass of Bordeaux Blanc Chateau de Mirambeau for the Ms. that she enjoyed, and for me a nice Gin cocktail (name evades me). It was an excellent start to the night. We mulled over the dining options which included a 4 course prix-fixe, with several options with each course. My first thought was to order the prix-fixe and then order an item or two off the regular menu to supplement the meal, splitting everything. There was a lobster course on the prix-fixe that the SO had her eye on. After further discussion we went in a different direction. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrÃ©e's. This was the definitely the way to go. Plenty enough food and we got to try nearly all of wanted items. We broke our meal into 3 courses: 1st: Fried Gulf Oysters on top of a beef tartare with a touch of horseradish. The 3 stacks of 2 oysters were well fried if slightly over battered for my taste. I felt the batter made it difficult to distinguish the flavor of the tartare (too much pepper). If eaten separately it was delicious, but was somewhat flawed in execution for my taste. Chicken Fried Sweetbreads with celery, fennel and drops of hot sauce. This was a delight! Personally I love this offal, I know it's not for everyone but you must try. We received 3 separate piles of 2 large "nugget" size sweetbreads on top of the celery and fennel salad. Kudos to the provider, the ones I tried all had a perfect consistency. The batter was light so you could taste the SB, complemented perfectly by the salad and hot sauce. Decided on an Old Fashioned at this point. SO had one more glass of Chateau de Schengen Riesling, just to her liking. 2nd: Butternut Squash Cavatelli. I've had it 10 times, love it every time. It's a great combination of both sweet and savory flavors, while covering all the textural bases. A must have if you're ever there. 3rd: Seared Scallop with pork belly, beet "Jam" and marinated kale. This is where the ship starts to shake. I've had a variation of this dish several times at Coquette. This time the scallops were luke warm and a tad rubbery. The beet "Jam" had been spread over the plate but the plate was so hot it cooked it rendering it "Art". Both the kale and pork belly were way too chilled to send out of a kitchen. Clearly this was a dish that was started, then reheated before bringing it to the table. Duck breast with jalapeno, bacon, grilled sweet peppers, and quince. The duck appeared cooked to a nice mid-rare, but once I tried to cut the meat, it was clear it was reheated before coming to the table. It had little natural juices and was tough. The accompanying bacon, peppers and sauces of jalapeno and quince were all very flavorful and well prepared creating a nice harmony on the plate. Both entrees were given little to no attention by the kitchen and you could tell. I did inform the waitress who offered to take back both entrÃ©e's but it was very late and didn't feel like waiting. She did take one of them off the check and gave us a free dessert. They handled my complaint with the utmost professionalism, but I would prefer to enjoy the meal I ordered. I love Coquette, its close, usually a good meal every time. I will certainly review on my return dinner as this is the only issue I've ever had. I guess I'm a victim of a late Valentine's Day reservation. I'll give my start rating off my usual experience. 4 stars
(4)
Philip K.

Some friends and I went to Coquette before Thanksgiving on Wednesday to totally avoid cooking before the big holiday and relax and have a nice meal. The food did not disappoint one bit. We did the seven course tasting menu and every dish was delightful, creative, and super tasty. The highlights were the ribeye dish and the snapper dish we had. Everything was cooked to perfection and the courses were nicely paced. They also did an excellent job of serving small intercourse items all of which were truly a delight. My favorite was the crusty sourdough bread with satsuma jam and homemade butter... it is awesome when something so simple becomes so delicious. Props to the pastry chef (the dessert which was a spoof on a mudpie with the cutest mushroom marshmallow was also a highlight). However, come the end of our wonderful meal things went south on the service side. First off our bill was totally messed up, we wanted to split it evenly four ways, but to our dismay the checks came back charging two of us for the entire cost of the meal and the other two of us for 2/3 of the meal. This made no sense and they tried to recover when we asked but did a poor job. First the first charges were not voided but adjusted so for close to a week I carried close to a $500 charge on my account because of this. The more disappointing fact was however that the host/manager when brought in to help correct the mistake made a racially insensitive comment about our waitress that offended members of our dining party who were inter-racial. Our waitress was amazing and very friendly and it was truly a disappointment that the culture of Coquette allows for comments that can easily me misconstrued. He stated "Leave it to the Indian to get the math wrong" or something close to that effect to our whole table as she went away to correct the bill. One of my friends was truly made uncomfortable by the comment. So all in all, Coquette, you have so much going for you and serve delicious, innovative, yet approachable food. Just be careful with service because in this instance it truly dampened what was otherwise a very special and enjoyable night.
(4)
Robert H.

I strongly recommend Coquette's restaurant. The food is quite good. The service is superb. The atmosphere is classy but not over-stated. I see no drawbacks.
(5)
Kate L.

Everything we ordered was delicious and although it was more expensive than your average lunch date spot (about $18-$25 per plate), it was well worth it. The St. James Sour started off our meal perfectly. This cocktail apparently won awards at an Herbsaint competition. The duck breast was one of the better duck preparations I've had. It wasn't too hard to chew or cut into and the quince and jalapeno sauces complemented it well. The other dish we ordered was confit pork with corn grits, which was hard to stop eating. Having grown up in a place that didn't have grits everywhere, this corn grits was addictive. The servings are a little on the smaller side so definitely pick a side to share. We ordered the home fries to go with our dishes.
(5)
Gloria S.

Ok I'm writing a review on the wait list process and nothing else. We went on a Saturday at 1:30pm. The restaurant was busy but not full. There were 5.open tables and they asked if we had a reservation. Our table of two didn't, so the hostess said she couldn't seat us for the rest of lunch because they are packed. So I don't want to get in too much detail about a hostess' job but she sucked and the rsvp system needs updating. There are so many things wrong with this situation I dont even know where to begin but my point is ... no restaurant is THAT good to be completely ignorant in seating their guests. By the way in the 15 minutes while we were finding a restaurant to eat no one showed up to take the 5 available table. I hope their imagery 5 tables were worth the bad review, no returning customer, and customers that will never pass but negative words because I got stopped at the door like it was the bee nees of a club. This place needs to get over themselves and find a better hostess that knows how to coordinate and take a name.
(1)
Chivonne H.

My friend and I had dinner here a couple of weeks ago. It was a great experience. The food, drinks, and ambience were all really great. Great place.
(5)
Lauryn C.

Amazing. The service, atmosphere and the food! After reading some very positive YELP reviews I had to check this place out. We opted for the 3 course lunch menu which I highly recommend. We all started out with a black pepper infused vodka bloody mary (they infuse their own vodkas in house). The bartender definitely knows what she is doing some of the drinks I saw her make were quite inventive. The food was outstanding I ordered the duck confit gumbo - shrimp & grits -& beignets. My sister ordered the pork belly lettuce wraps and I'm not going to lie I was a little jealous everything was wonderful but the pork belly was off the chain. I know many would have to disagree with me but I thought the beignets were better then cafe du monde - the salty carmel dipping sauce just blew me away.
(4)
Ariana G.

The is a lovely restaurant. The building and decor are beautiful! Perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion or enjoy a romantic evening. The have wonderful cocktails, excellent food and superb staff. This is a go to place in New Orleans.
(4)
Nicole L.

Romantic. Delicious. Perfect restaurant choice for Valentine's Day dinner. I'm generally hesitant about trying out a new spot to eat on a busy night like Feb. 14th, but Coquette did not disappoint in the least. We opted for the prix-fixed Valentine's menu, which included 4 courses. At $70, I found it to be an incredible bargain, considering the quality of the food. We also ordered 2 additional appetizers: the chicken fried sweetbreads and the fried gulf oysters. Both were absolutely delicious. Each dish was euphoric. We will most definitely return in the very near future, as I'm eager to try their brunch. Kudos to Coquette, for making this Valentine's meal absolutely divine.
(5)
Jessica Y.

i made lunch reservations after a saturday morning garden district tour. it is a small quaint, classy space that reminds me of many chicago restaurants. they have small plates, large plates, or a 3 course pre fixe option. 2 of us did the pre fixe: salad with feta cheese and light vinaigrette roasted cauliflower soup * shrimp and grits * fish and chips sweet potato tart* chocolate beignets with dipping sauce and house-made mint chocolate chip ice cream * * especially recommend (although their menu changes often) the other person ordered the drum fish off of large plates everything was delicious!! the bestest was the house-made ice cream....actual mint leaves made this unbelievable. the ice cream was placed on a small amount of delicate chocolate chips. this dish was put together very well. i would totally get a pint to go! there was a shrimp small plate that looked amazing but i did not have room for it.
(5)
Jeroen K.

Coquette was great - food was delicious, original and beautiful. We had the tasting menu - worth the money for sure. Service was immaculate, personal and super friendly..., probably the best restaurant in NoLa!
(5)
Laila B.

I am only giving stars based on the bar because sadly, I have not eaten here but I love the bar! I love the old tin ceilings! I love the tables out on Washington under the oaks! And I love $5 wine Wednesdays and cocktail Thursdays. In fact, since today is my last final, I may have to take advantage of that. I have had a French 75 with apricot brandy, one of my absolute favorites drinks and they do it justice here. I've also had a lychee martini, which was wonderful and balanced, tough to pull off because lychees are so sweet, as well as a pretty solid mojito. I'm not sure if they change their wines by the glass frequently but from what I've seen, they offer a much better glass selection than most places around the city.
(4)
Nadim W.

Amazing food and beautiful bistro
(5)
Malerie C.

Enjoyed a delicious brunch here where I ordered the duck leg eggs benedict which was nearly the best I have ever eaten. The duck leg was perfectly tender and had a delicious smoky flavor that complimented the delicate eggs perfectly. Great atmosphere and superb food, will be back next time I am in town.
(4)
Conrad G.

Sitting a the bar was a hassle for everyone involved. Bar tender seemed pissed, food was mediocre, wife annoyed, drinks were meh. Next time we make an attempt at a nice dinner, we'll make sure to have reservations.
(3)
Wade M.

DELICIOUS FOOD - EXCELLENT SERVICE - BEAUTIFUL PLACE. everything we ordered was delicious, and the pre fixe at $20 was extremely reasonable.
(5)
Ray C.

Delicious! A must-try for a nice dinner out.
(5)
rachele p.

I'm what you might call a veggie foody... I am visiting NOLA from the west coast. I often choose restaurants by looking at their meat preparations, with the assumption that if they are interesting or imaginative, they are likely to prepare delightful veggie options as well. I preface my review with this because, as I mentioned, I'm a vegetarian... in the South... not known for its vegetarian cuisine... I tried Coquette with this in mind and was not disappointed. Since the menu changes daily, I can't say what choices you'll have, but the Farro dish was delicious! We had a wonderful dessert as well. By the comments of customers around us, it sounded like most were very impressed with their meat dishes as well. 4 stars because I did think the price for my dish was a bit too pricey compared to the meat choices for what it was ($25 for grain?) but again, it WAS delicious... Great ambiance. GREAT bar...
(4)
Ellie M.

Solid bar area with good cocktails in a quaint atmosphere. Only sampled a couple app items which were good, can't speak more generally to the food. Definitely seems like a good place to grab drinks and a cheese plate with friends or a date before heading elsewhere.
(4)
Jordan S.

Amazing. My table shared the meat board and I had the duck for dinner. Both were incredible. The meat board had several different aged meats and head cheese. My duck was cooked to perfection with a sweet sauce. I also loved that in addition to the two pieces of duck, there were smaller pieces mixed in with the vegetable portion of the dish. The off-menu dark and stormy I ordered was the best I've ever tasted. The interior was very small and very New Orleans. Go to Coquette.
(5)
Eric L.

Fantastic food and great service. The duck was perfect and a great sazerac.
(5)
Heather S.

Brought my wife there for a birthday dinner last night. It was fantastic! Great ambience. We did the tasting menu (chef chooses his five favorite dishes) and opted for the wine pairing. The food was simple, but bursting with flavor. We loved the butternut squash cavatelli with fried chicken and the duck breast (we loved all of it, but those stood out). Dessert was inventive and the wine pairings were unexpected and fun. Service was prompt and helpful. The hostess wasn't very skilled. When we walked in she had us waiting in front of her for an uncomfortable length of time while she did something on her computer without chatting. When she brought us to a table upstairs in a largely empty room and I requested one by the window she was awkward but did let us do it. These issues were minor but since they were our first impressions they had me concerned about how the evening would go. Luckily, everything else was wonderful. We're looking forward to returning.
(5)
Joe R.

Went here for first time for our anniversary dinner. Choose it based on good reviews. Very good specialty cocktails. Nice space. Strange that they couldn't transfer our bar bill to our table. Dinner was great! I had vegetable salad and my partner had the collard green raviolis. Both were excellent. Our entrees included the scallops and the amberjack (fish). Both were very good. They even called a cab for us at the end of our night.
(5)
Helen V.

After taking a $14 cab ride, dressing up for an early lunch at Commander's Palace and being turned away, my bf and I were disheartened. With my handy smartphone, I used the 'Nearby' feature to track down some good eats in the vicinity. A little weary for the pocketbook, I steered us toward Coquette and what a great find it was! As previously mentioned, Coquette has a great lunch prix fixe menu for $20. APP: I started with the fried oysters served with pickled peaches and topped with sprouts. The dish was amazingly light and savory! Who knew pickled peaches could accent fried oysters! MAIN: My main dish was the pork belly lettuce wraps. I was very impressed that the flavors were on par with Thai/Vietnamese lettuce wraps. The wraps were served with the freshest Bib lettuce, pickled carrots, mint and cilantro alongside with a great dipping sauce. I enjoyed the crisped pork belly with their sweet glaze, and reminisced about the Asian notes throughout this dish. Well done! DESSERT: I chose the beignets with chocolate and caramel sauce. These were just divine! I read someone's review saying that they'd prefer these over Cafe du Monde's. And I must say, I may actually agree...(don't hate!) The beignets were light and poofy (looked like a cream puff actually). Vanilla flavors escaped into every bite and finishing each bite in a choice of the two sauces....what a wonderful idea! All of this for $20. I'm really glad I stumbled into Coquette. It was definitely one of my favorite meals in NOLA. Service was great and atmosphere casual. Good food doesn't always have to cost an arm and a leg, nor should it require formal dress code. :)
(5)
Steve B.

Loved this place. The fried chicken (which I would never normally order) was unreal. They poach the chicken, wrap it in thigh skin and then flash fry so you get this crispy clean juicy breast with zero grease. We also had the beef tartar and it was amazing. E hanger steak was cooked to perfection and the wine list was great and very affordable. Erin was our waitress and was delightful. So sweet, knowledgable and helpful. If the desert was also perfect then I would have given 5 stars. Perfect place for a date nite!
(4)
Rosemarie L.

This place was amazing! We always try a different restaurant whenever we come to New Orleans when we visit family. Most of the restaurants are fine dining establishment and it wouldn't be New Orleans if it didn't have a great selection of seafood. However I always find everything heavy on the butter, cream, and at times overly salty. Coquette was a fresh breath of air for us. It had the ingredients and flavor of New Orleans but with a lightness that let every ingredients on the plate shine and for us to savor. Let me first start off by saying the restaurant is located on Magazine St. in a beautifully renovated building. The service was excellent and not obtrusive especially if your dining for two. They served the most incredible bread that was hot and crusty outside with a soft pillowy inside. The drink selection was extensive and the cocktails inventive. The menu is very small but all items looked good. We had wo small plates and shared a large plate. We selected the butternut squash cavatelli and the a seasonal salad. The butternut squash was excellent light in sauce but packed with flavor in every bite. My favorite dish of the night. The salad was extraordinary and not your typical salad. Not every salad has to be drenched in dressing and this was a great example of farm to table dish that showed their creativity and use of seasonal products. The main dish of soft shell crab was also excellent. Fried to perfection but sooo light and not drenched in sauce that you could taste the sweetness of the crab and fresh corn with the tomato and sauteed kale in light balsamic sauce to balance it out. This was by far a great addition to the New Orleans restaurant scene. Will be back to have dessert and try out more of their menu items.
(5)
Jennifer A.

Thank you fellow YELPERS, your reviews led me to pick this place while in NOLA for Jazz fest. We wanted a really nice dining experience after a day of sun, fun and music. That is exactly what we got!!! We had a late seating and sat upstairs - a couple of groups around us but still an enjoyable atmosphere. Service was a little slow and not as attentive as I would have expected. The Pork Belly starter was disappointing however the Shrimp Tempura was exceptional - we wished we had a second round! Our entrees were great and dessert was a hit and miss. The Coconut Coconut Coconut was the miss, the hit was if you are lucky to have it on the menu the Strawberry concoction of a rectangular/tubular fruit shell with cream and fresh strawberries. I am not sure of the name but it was fabulous! I highly recommend this place, it is nice to get off the touristy beaten path and chill in a fabulous spot!
(5)
Brianne S.

Simply wonderful! Ambiance was great, beautiful old building with nice details. Our server was very attentive and described dishes beautifully. The cornbread cavatelli and soft shell were fantastic. If you usually skip the bread and butter, don't while at coquette. The bread and butter was unreal. Wonderful wine selection and it sounds like the cocktails are very good! I couldn't have been happier! Next time we're in Nola, we'll be back.
(5)
Kevin K.

Dinner at Coquette is, simply put, a lovely experience. The ambiance, decor, and service are all beautifully refined without feeling stuffy. Our server (Tracy) was extremely knowledgeable about the dishes on the menu, despite its ever-changing nature (the restaurant places a heavy emphasis on sourcing local and seasonal ingredients, leading to a menu which is created daily - an ideal which is finally, to my delight, starting to catch on a bit here), and presented them with a warmth and passion which I tend to find lacking in the average aloof New Orleans fine dining server. We ordered at least two extra desserts based purely on her enthusiasm for them. Drinks were delicious, though I will admit to having forgotten the names of most of the interesting cocktails I tried. One had the word "Gnome" in it, which I highly recommend. To the food, I had the gnocchi and the duck. The gnocchi was lovely; on the menu it was served with crab meat, but when I asked for it without shellfish I was offered black drum instead, a thoughtful touch which I gladly took them up on. The sauce was rich but not overwhelming, and the dumplings themselves pillowy and filling. The duck, however, is the biggest reason Coquette gets only four stars in my book. It was a combination of breast and dark meat, and the dark meat pieces were absolutely delicious - well seasoned but without a heavy sauce, so the richness of the meat shone through. The breast, though...it was bloody rare. As in, most of the center of the cut seemed as though it had not actually been touched by heat at any point. In a filet mignon I would have considered this acceptable (if not ideal as far as my personal tastes), but...poultry? It just rendered much of the meat chewy to the point of being unpalatable. I would have chalked it up to a mistake in the kitchen, but it was served sliced, so my impression was that it had to be intentional - just not a choice I would have made. Things were looking up again as dessert was served, with the daily ice cream (sour cream) and chocolate peanut butter dish being personal favorites. Since the tab was picked up by others on my visit, I can't speak to the prices at Coquette - but it doesn't take more than a glance at the menu to know that you are not getting away cheaply at dinner. And the portions were quite reasonable, but perhaps significantly smaller than what the average New Orleanian would think of as such. Coquette is a refreshing example of the evolution of the city's food culture, toward concepts which have been lagging behind here for so long.
(4)
jef r.

A Coquette staff person cancelled my confirmed (via OpenTable) reservation 3 hours prior to my dining time stating that the restaurant was overbooked. And, this was after the same reservation has been reconfirmed by telephone just 2 hours prior! This is the FIRST time anything like this has happened to me. In my opinion, only those reservations made through OpenTable were affected! Proceed with caution!
(1)
Alan C.

Perhaps the best meal I've had in several weeks. This restaurant experience is recommended to all.
(5)
Carl R.

The meal was great. Our table was crowded by people at the bar. Overall we enjoyed Coquette.
(4)
Kate N.

Finally got a chance to try Coquette! It's Coolinary Month in The Big Easy, so this was a perfect opportunity! They had a 4 course dinner special for $40.00 with wine pairing for $20.00. My fiancÃ© and I only ordered 1 dinner special with wine and ordered a la carte for the remaining dinner portions. It was a little disappointing that there wasn't a list of choices for appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Who wants to order the EXACT same dinner?? 4 course dinner: 1. Sweet corn soup: good; not phenomenal! Wine: Prosecco- perfect pairing. Very light! Enhanced the sweetness of the corn soup. 2. Blackened Drum: we really liked this dish; the drum wasn't covered with any fancy sauces or cream sauce; you can actually taste the fish! I loved the pickled veggies on top. Gave each bite of the moist $ fluffy fish with a good crunch. Wine: Bourgogne, France - white wine paired with the fish; good 3. Duck Breast: DELISH! Never had a duck breast prepared Medium to come out so juicy and so flavorful. We LOVED the way this dish was prepared. Wine: Feraud Brunel Cotes du Rhone from France: full bodied, bold, earthy. So I always like to read on wines we like; Its an $18 90 points bottle!! AMAzINg!! Love it even more!! 4. THE BEST PART: Beignets!!!!!! OMGooosshh! Crispy on the outside and OH SO Light and fluffy on the inside! The salted caramel & chocolate creme were TO DIE FOR! I'm craving for some right now! Wine: chocolate amoire: this is a merlot infused with chocolate. We love trying new & different things. Never tried anything like it. The lightness of the beignets paired perfectly with the bold "punch" that was triggered in our taste buds. A la carte from the dinner pre fixe - PORK BELLY with fried oysters: YOU MUST ORDER THIS!!! Delicious! - Ricotta Ravioli: really enjoyed this as well. Creamy filling paired well with the fresh sauteed veggies. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner. Definitely will come back! Heck we'll sit at the bar and get PORK BELLY & Beignets! YUM!!
(4)
Jennifer B.

My guy and I had the 3 course lunch menu and (as other reviews mentioned) it was FABULOUS! I am a gal who knows pork (please avoid placing the obligatory dirty joke here. :) and the pork main (pork belly wrapped in crisp lettuce) that my boyfriend had was possibly the BEST piece of pork I've EVER HAD! . . . I had the shrimp and grits, which, while not equally as amazing, was yummy as well. Top that off with beignets for dessert that were melt in your mouth delish! 50 MILLION times better than Cafe Du Monde! We shared a glass of the bacon bourbon. A big thank you to the waiter for recommending it. With the reasonably priced 3 course lunch and great food, this place is wonderful for a relaxing afternoon lunch date! . . . ENJOY!
(5)
Nathaniel S.

Coquette is another Irish Channel gem, but with a few flaws. I have only been to Coquette for Sunday brunch (which I believe no longer exists) and happy hour drinks --- read this review through this lens. One Star - GREAT, EXCELLENT, WONDERFUL FOOD. This food was really quite delicious. Mad props to the Chef who put together the brunch menu, the drink menu, and every morsel in between. Coquette really does hold a high standard for excellent food. Two Stars - Great drinks... creative drinks with $5 wine nights on Wednesdays and $5 cocktail nights on Thursdays! Three Stars - beautiful building set in the Irish Channel. Minus Two Stars - The timing on our brunch was very off. A three course brunch took close to 3 hours to eat. We enjoyed ourselves, and our extremely amicable waiter, but we spent a lot of time at the table. I want to go back and have a different experience very soon!
(3)
Chris L.

You're thinking to yourself, "I'm hungry and i'd like 5 star food at a 2-3 star price." Most places, you'd be up a creek without a paddle. Not at Coquette. See, they have a great deal for lunch where you can get the quality food that they serve for a great price. They have a 3 course lunch for $20 at lunch. What a deal! I'll spare you what the others had since they had determined that I "won" the meal. I started with the fried oysters. They came with a great lightly roasted tomato salad. The acidity of the tomatoes worked perfectly with the lightly fried oysters. After that, I enjoyed their pork belly dish. It was served with boston lettuce so you could make your own wraps. The pork was dressed in a sort of hot and sweet Thai chili sauce. Oh man. Just melted in my mouth. I made more than my fair share of the wraps with their lightly pickled veggies and great spicy mayo. Basically, everything was done lightly. Nothing heavy at all. But "Light" does not mean "Lacking in Flavor." Everything matched perfectly. Finally, I enjoyed their beignets. These were far lighter than you would get at Cafe du Monde. Instead, they were more like the pastry in profiteroles. On the side was a fleur de sel caramel sauce. Just to die for. It also came with a chocolate sauce. Now, I'm a chocolate guy. I love me some chocolate. But I only had a taste of the chocolate...that should tell you how decadent and amazing the caramel sauce was. My recommendation would be to head out to the garden district for an afternoon. Start with lunch at Coquette and then walk around the area. Couldn't have asked for a better day!
(5)
Tas M.

Excellent food waiting bar.
(5)
Oskar R.

Food was very good. occasionally bordering on the sublime. Only issue was that it was a bit high falutin for the grandparents in the group. Room is nice, service is pleasant and efficient. Took a party of 10 here for dinner - it was good, but i think the restaurant's sweet spot is probably a party of 4. On the negative side, I was surprised about how big the bill got, and i am no fan of an automatic 20% of the all-in bill being added as a tip for large parties. Overall, fully priced, but good. Based on the reviews, I may try brunch next time.
(4)
Mary B.

This is one of the better Uptown, upscale restaurants in New Orleans. The interior is classic--old wood, tiled floor, tin press ceiling, and a respectable selection of bourbon and infused vodka. If you go for a light lunch you can get a 3 course meal for $20. You will also feel like a "lady who lunches" which has its own kind of charm. The cocktails are the same price as the glasses of wine-around 8-10$, and the Abita beers are $4. Cheaper in relation to the food prices, but hey, this is New Orleans. The portions are expensive restaurant sized, but the quality is high. They use a lot of local ingredients and cook more Contemporary American style than traditional French, ie not cooked for long periods of time in heavy sauces. However, the dishes are obviously the "new" New Orleans. I had homemade gnocchi with fresh peas, a black drum fish from the Gulf, and--the best!--- a creamy flan with blood orange and anise. You may not have a religious experience eating here, but it will be a delightful escape from the everyday.
(4)
Michael S.

AWESOME! It will change your life! THE best restaurant in New Orleans!
(5)
Kevin B.

Went there with high hopes and good recommendations. Yikes! First let's start with their version of gazpacho. They have a different take on it -- don't you tell people that? Can't say it was terrible, but it wasn't gazpacho. Had I known, would have gotten something else. Service was terrible -- friendly, but pretty sure my first server entered the witness protection program after taking our order (which was at least 20 minutes after being seated). The next was equally friendly but clueless about what we ordered. For entree I got the lamb "chateaubriand." it was nice, but they never gave me a real knife so I had t fight it. I would have asked for a knife (which I shouldn't have to do) but I never saw anyone to ask. All in all, with a relatively inexpensive wine (wine list is mostly obscure, but a few good nuggets at reasonable prices), total meal was $250 for 2 and in excess of 3 hours. At $100/person, there a just so many good places in New Orleans (in Uptown!) that I can't imagine why you'd waste your time at Coquette.
(1)
Julio L.

No words can describe how good this place is. So I'm not putting any. PS. Its expensive, look for lunch menus and drink specials. Enjoy!
(5)
Helen N.

My friends and I decided to do a GNO here and we weren't disappointed. The restaurant is small and narrow with a fancy appeal. Our server was friendly and prompt. For appetizers we tried the fried quail and the gulf shrimp. Out of the two, the quail was the better. The gulf shrimp were fried and accompanied with sweet sauce that kind of reminded me of the sweet and sour sauce you would get from a Chinese restaurant. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't order it again. The fried quail came on top of a bed of lettuce with a creamy ranch style dressing and tomato salsa. Delicious! For en trees we orders: 1. Sea Scallops: came with 4 large sea scallops perfectly pan seared. 2. Soft Shell Crab: nicely season and fried soft shell crab on top of a medley of seasonal vegetables with pasta. 3. Hanger Steak with potatoes: Cooked perfectly medium well and the potatoes underneath were delicious. Needless to say, we cleaned our plates. Everything was delicious especially dessert which we ordered the goat cheese mousse!! I would go back just to eat that!
(4)
The Cook T.

We went there for lunch, not having read any Yelp reviews. I confirm that all those stars are deserved. We are picky eaters not finding that many great restaurants in Nola and this is one. Good service, great presentation and great food. Go try it!
(5)
Alan B.

I've been here twice now - and both time I was blown away with how good the food was. Everything was fantastic. 1. appetizer: I had the veggie salad... it's more exciting than it sounds! 2. main: I had red snapper... cooked so perfectly, crispy on the skin side, but the fish was still tender. And the sauce was delicious, 3. dessert: this strawberry sorbet thing. Ridiculously good. Service was 4/5 stars - we had to wait 3-4 minutes before someone came and said hello to us at the entrance way. I'd go back here again in one week.
(5)
Mark F.

Coquette is a pleasant little bistro and wine bar on the Magazine corridor. The layout is particularly inviting with a series of tables around a wonderful rectangular bar in the bustling downstairs dining room and a warm cozy set of tables and booths upstairs. Those that want buzz and bustle will be at home downstairs. Diners looking for quiet intimacy will love the upstairs location. On temperate days, tables are set up for al fresco dining as well. Overall, the place screams "hip." My wife and I visited Coquette several months after it opened and we both loved the atmosphere. The William Hemmerling folk art paintings on the wall add a particularly nice, local touch. But the food was the real star of our early experiences at Coquette. An adventurous menu paired innovative techniques like sous vide cooking with splendid local ingredients and some house made delicacies. We quickly incorporated the restaurant into our regular rotation and were consistently impressed with the imagination and execution of the rapidly changing menu. Highlights from our early experiences included a splendidly executed grilled pork chop and a delicious steak prepared sous vide, then finished on the grill. Both were succulent and satisfying. The appetizers and sides were equally impressive. After several months in our regular personal and business lunch and dinner rotation, we noticed a mild decline in both the food and service. Two successive dinners in 2010 in particular tarnished the glow of our early love affair with the place. Ironically, both involved exceedingly slow service--on one trip I had to get up and go downstairs to find a waiter after waiting a full twenty minutes without placing our cocktail order. On both of those occasions, our food was "hit and miss" in quality. Some dishes rivaled the perfection of the early kitchen, others were cold, overcooked, and under seasoned. I was especially disappointed in a cochon dish, delightfully described as "pig" on the menu. I was so excited to order suckling pig that perhaps my expectations were too high, but on this occasion the kitchen delivered an over cooked, dry, chewy piece of pork. Boo! Happily my last three excursions, all in spring 2011, demonstrated that the kitchen and the service were back on top of their games. Outstanding softshell crabs, lightly cooked in an almost transparent tempura batter preserved the integrity and sweetness of the crabmeat and literally exploded in bursts of tasty juiciness in my mouth. The fried quail and a lovely presentation of lightly battered oysters and beef carpacio starred on another recent trip. The service at Coquette has been uneven. In the early months they seemed to have their act together with an attentive and knowledgeable wait staff that attended to both the food and wine possibilities with a great deal of thought, care, and preparation. During the down months in 2010, however, I found the service to be both inattentive and mildly surly. On a recent visit, I noticed some new faces, perhaps not as knowledgeable as before, especially in regard to the food preparation, but both waitresses seemed to be eager to find out the answers to questions and motivated to learn more about the food they were serving. The bar at Coquette is quite good. Coquette's imaginative list of original concoctions contains some mighty tasty cocktails that are lovingly constructed by conscientious bartenders who also do a wonderful job with standards such as the Martini and the Sazerac. Coquette's wine list offers nice variety in a wide array of tastes and prices. Oenophiles might balk at the small number of choices, and indeed some thoughtful expansion could improve the wine list. But on the whole, Coquette lives up to its growing reputation as both a hip wine bar and a place to enjoy some innovative and delicious food.
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Jules B.

My friend and I have decided to go out for Friday lunches every other week and due to reputation via Yelp, we decided to make this our first stop. And I am SO glad we did. We heard about the $20 3-course lunch and decided to each order different things so we could try several dishes. I ordered the oyster appetizer, the pork belly and beignets, which I was dying to try. My friend ordered the bibb salad, lamb neck and beignets (we each were feeling greedy). Oysters: Yum-yum. The onions on them could've been cooked a bit longer, but the flavor was interesting. We couldn't pinpoint the spice that made it so delicious, but kept thinking it must be something Indian. Very good. The Bibb Salad: Fresh and perfectly dressed, sprinkled with pig ear atop a soft boiled egg. The combination of flavors and textures was delectable. The Pork Belly: Plate came as a do-it-yourself wrap kit. Again, very fresh and well-balanced, savory blend of flavor. *Runner up* The Lamb Neck: Hearty, but not greasy. Kind of like a stew. Definitely hit the spot, given the cold weather. The Beignets: We got ours with Irish Coffee. Each order came with 5 fluffy clouds of delicious-ness sprinkled with powdered sugar, served with a tiny cup of coffee mousse and a caramel dipping sauce. They were definitely the best beignets I've had in town since I moved here. THE BEST. *Winner of Dinner... er... lunch!* Their glass wines are also delicious - great selection. I'm partial to the Willamette Valley reds and fruit-forward varietals, and was very happy with their Pinor Noir. I didn't order any of the specialty cocktails, but I'll be back on a Wednesday when they have a $5 special on them. They look creative and interesting. It's a favorite on here for a reason - delicious, innovative, not overly complicated, savory dishes and great wine pairings in a quaint, classy neighborhood bistro. I didn't really notice the service a whole lot. The hostess was nice, but we sat at the bar. The bartender was busy, but took care of us. When each runner dropped food, they made sure to ask if we needed something. They have their service down. Boom. All creative, not over-thought dishes All delicious Great bistro atmosphere in the LGD BEST BEIGNETS evahhhh!
(5)
D S.

I wrote my initial review of Coquette in January 2012. I've been back roughly a dozen times in the past year and it is still the gold standard by which I judge restaurants - it's consistently that great.
(5)
Beatrix W.

We had a wonderful dinner here! The dishes are so inventive. A very romantic little spot with beautiful architecture and interior. The cocktails were fantastic as were the small and large plates, however the small plates are just that-very very small. We love small portions so this wasn't an issue for us, however if you're expecting to fill up on one, two or even three small plates, think again. The small plates are more like tasting menu sizes and they are delicious! You won't be disappointed by the quality or the presentation, both are extraordinary.
(5)
Burnell B.

I've been using Yelp for a while but was never compelled to sign up until an amazing Valentine's Day dinner at Coquette. I had to let everyone know how throughly impressed I was with every course of the 4 we were served. Can't wait to get back there.
(5)
Wesley J.

Friends - As a former New Orleanian, I can proudly say that Coquette is my FAVORITE restaurant in the city. The service is outstanding, food is of impeccable quality, and the ambiance is cozy with a little bit of fancy tucked inside. The last time I went in May 2012, my friend and I had the 5 course tasting dinner menu with the wine pairing. GET THIS. Tasting menus can be really great or a total waste of money - this one falls into the "so great it's heaven" category. We started with a salad composed of pickled baby beets, burrata, duck ham, fava beans, and aged balsamic vinegar. This was incredible and the golden beets had an amazing flavor. The next course was some Alaskan Halibut, carolina gold "risotto," english peas, and spring onion broth. The halibut melted in my mouth - seriously. That good. The third course was some Cochon De Lait, sweet potato, and brussel sprouts. Now, a lot of NOLA establishments have tasty cochon de lait - one in particular that specializes in it not far from Lee Circle. This beats them all and I mean it. It's just incredibly soft, juicy, and mouthwatering. The biggest surprise of the night was fresh softshell Crab, kohlrabi, merguez sausage, brussel sprouts, and watercress. I'll be honest with you - I'm not a crab fan. I don't like them, and I don't eat them when I can avoid it. I had never had a softshell crab before, but I gobbled this up like it was candy. The first few bites were to be polite, sure, but after that my stomach took over. The fifth plate was an old Fashioned Donut, huckleberries, oatmeal crunch, and sour cream iced cream. This was delicious and not as heavy as you might think reading it. Surprise! The chef himself was kind enough to treat my friend and I to a special sixth plate - a dessert he had been working on. "Strawberries & Cream," "strawberry roll-up," whipped cream, strawberry sorbet, macerated strawberries, strawberry foam. In other words, a fancy and tasty fruit rollup. Needless to say, I could barely move after all this - and this was a TASTING menu! Tasting menus never fill me up. This however was amazingly portioned and totally delicious. I was full even before our extra sixth plate. Let me also add - the wait staff are wonderful. They are super polite and show just the right amount of attentiveness (none of that verging into annoyance territory you face in some places where they won't leave you alone). They are also very intelligent when it comes to the food they serve and will explain a dish as if it were a unique science project that they worked on earlier. BOTTOM LINE - Coquette is the only restaurant where I have ever truly appreciated the food I am given. The chef combines each plate in such a way that the flavors play off of each other and actually create something totally new when combined. Individually, each morsel of food would be fantastic, but the combinations on plates here just attack all your senses at once. Make a reservation - go to Coquette. It won't break the bank as some NOLA eateries will, but it will give you a lovely experience. Also, pluses for outside seating on the sidewalk where you can people watch as you savor the deliciousness.
(5)
Olivia W.

Absolutely incredible dinner. I was there back in September on business, and had one of the best meals of my trip to Nawlins, alongside NOLA restaurant and the outdoor seafood festivals. 30 min wait for dinner, the absolute best service I experienced here, decent wine selection... When I come back, I'm going straight to Coquette.
(5)
Darcy H.

Dear God this place is amazing. Since my very brief time in New Orleans with my fiancÃ©, it's been hard to forget this place. We ordered the hot chicken and the catfish appetizers which can only be described as some of the best stuff I've ever put in my mouth. Describing it could hardly do it justice but I will try. Reading about the ingredients, most may think these flavors odd together. The mandarin oranges, plantain chips, catfish. And then pickles with my chicken? However, putting them in your mouth is a different story. It made me feel like one of those snobby food critics whilst tasting weird dishes on these competitive Food network shows. They'll usually compliment the "balance" or "acidity." These are qualities that I never fully understood until trying these dishes, and that bliss that stems from said "balance" is nothing short of incredible. Did I also mention the bread? The freshly baked bread? The endless complimentary loaves? Oh yeah. We kept drinking and they just kept baking. "More bread?" "yes please!" I'm not crazy! We must have eaten two whole loaves, but you know what? I don't even care. In fact, if I could only eat one kind of bread for the rest of my life it would be this one. It was like some sort of gluten high! The drinks were also superb. I had a bubbly rose and my fiancÃ© the stiffest ole fashioned he's probably ever had. And somewhere in our drunken, gluttonous stupor, I began to fear the inevitable nostalgia for my future self, that food this good is likely to bring upon oneself. I thought "some day I'll be back at home in California and I'll be wishing I had food this good...and it'll be so very far away." Well, that day has come. If anyone who is reading this has a chance to eat here TAKE THAT CHANCE and have some bread for me ;)
(5)
Jessica L.

First time in Nola and we were fortunate enough to get a table last minute. Service and atmosphere were positively lovely. Food left something to be desired for us. Liked the use of local ingredients and the bread was really tasty. We selected the tasting menu for 70/pp, pretty standard and they did bring many dishes so I think the value was there. Just didn't enjoy some of the flavor combinations. The meal felt more traditional in its delivery and not as fresh and current. Best dish was the blood sausage with peanut butter crumbles and muscadine jelly. Some lesser favorites were the pickled shrimp with watermelon and horseradish foam, chopped and pressed duck with crispy skin and strawberry jelly pieces (my least favorite), snapper with boiled peanuty hummus and leeks. Sad to say for a $250 bill I would not return again.
(2)
Kelly S.

My husband and I decided to drive over to NOLA from Baton Rouge for a date night. It was a last-minute decision, so we picked this place based off its Yelp reviews (read: how well New Orleans natives like it) and availability on a Saturday night. First, the restaurant itself. It's pretty, the staff is friendly, and it's not nearly as stuffy as other restaurants in its price range. We were seated upstairs near the waiters' bar. First thought: I couldn't hear my husband over the groan of the A/C. Quite loud. The music: a strange selection that didn't seem to match the environment. The seating: My husband sat in a chair and I was seated at the long wooden bench that runs the length of the wall. After about 45 minutes, my backside was completely numb. A cushion of some sort would have gone a long way to my comfort. My husband's chair was not any more comfortable. We tried switching it up but sitting still at that table for that long was not helping either of us. Next, the food. Not long after being seated, a waiter brought piping hot, crusty bread and whipped butter to our table. The bread was so hot that each time you pulled out a slice, steam would escape. It was absolutely delicious. Perfect crust and soft, gluten-y interior. We snacked on it while we looked over the menu carefully. We knew that the menu changes daily, but based on the Yelp reviews, it looked as if there were a few repeat items that we'd both enjoy. We chose an appetizer and two small plates to share, and we each ordered a large plate that looked appealing to us. The appetizer was a selection of cured meats with roasted hazelnuts, shaved comte' (Gruyere) cheese, some sort of root beer vinegar and ginger that had been preserved somehow. The description on the menu said "selection of cured meats," but it was all prosciutto. I'm really not a fan of it, so I was disappointed there wasn't a better selection of meats. The cheese really didn't have much flavor, nor did the root beer vinegar. The ginger was an odd flavor to add to the mix, and though I love hazelnuts, they just added to the weirdness of this mixture. I did eat some of all of it, trying different combos of meat/cheese/vinegar/nuts, but never did find a combo that I'd say I enjoyed. The small plates: We ordered the crabmeat w/basil and roasted eggplant and the "yak-a-mein" soup. We got the latter because our server recommended it and it sounded tasty. To be fair, it was - but it was SO salty that neither of us could eat it. Wow. I mean I love salt, but this was like picking up a bottle of full sodium soy sauce and chugging it. Nope, couldn't do it. I was sad, because I really liked the flavor of the soup otherwise. The crabmeat - my husband enjoyed this one. Now, I've lived in South Louisiana most of my life, and I sincerely love crabmeat - but this dish was kind of gross to look at. The "basil" actually looked like some kind of green feta that was crumbled over the top. The roasted eggplant was buried under the crab and basil and was unrecognizable in taste and appearance - so much so that we had forgotten it was supposed to be eggplant at all. I love eggplant, but this had a tangy flavor to it and it was cold. Add that to the green cheesy appearance of the crab and I was done. The large plates: My husband ordered the smoked duck plate. It looked appetizing. It had a lot going on - he described it as something you had to "deconstruct" to eat. He thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the pork neck with eggplant, frizzled onions, and mint. My plate had a VERY strong smoked smell emanating from it - granted, I'm pregnant and everything smells more strongly than usual, but even my husband said he thought it was his smoked duck at first. Nope, it was mine. Everything was brown and dark looking, with a mess of frizzled green onions on the top. The eggplant was smushed under the chunks of pork and everything sat atop a bright green sauce - supposedly the mint. I tasted a chunk of pork that wasn't in the sauce. Strong smoked flavor, but cooked well and very tender. Overall tasty - but it tasted like dry pork that needed...something. So I sliced a piece of eggplant and dredged it and a bite of pork into the sauce. OMG, MISTAKE. The sauce tasted sour and not at all like mint. I had my husband try it, who described it as "battery acid." Said it was truly horrible and that he couldn't get the taste out of his mouth. I tried for several minutes to find a piece of food on my plate that this green sauce had not touched - but to no avail. It was absolutely pervasive. I could not eat my dish at all, so I ate more bread. The server came over, and I explained to her that I just did not care for the sauce which was touching everything on my plate. She apologized and asked if I'd like something else. No, I was full of bread by then. She took it off our bill. We skipped dessert and left. Can't say we'll be back. 2 stars for the staff.
(2)
Jeff C.

I love this place, first time for me and my date and i thought it would be special, and the experience was amazing. right on the corner of Magazine u can definaly miss it if you are not looking but great place. The red snapper and the roasted duck was realy really good, my date didnt like her roasted duck but i did and she love my red snapper. the prices arent bad as there arent Ruth Chris prices but this is defianly a place u need to check out....
(5)
Niki M.

Coquette is my favorite restaurant in New Orleans, so I was really excited to try the No Menu Tuesday offering that they have going on right now. It's $45 for 4-5 courses, and as the name implies, you don't get to order off of the menu. You get what you get, and ya don't pitch a fit. LOL When we arrived for our 8:30 pm reservation, we were seated by the front window. I hate this spot. Being seated in the window with the glaring lights from the street light, and the Smoothie King sign somehow ruin the atmosphere for me. But they were a full house, so no asking to be moved. We were told that the theme of the evening was Summer squash. Neither of us were drinking, so the waitress said they were offering a lemonade drink. My friend ordered that. Neither of us cared for it. It was too sour. First we were brought out small nibbles of zucchini bread, and a piece of squash filled with catfish. Both were delicious. We're off to a good start! Our first course was a roast squash soup. It was a cold soup, which I've never been a big fan of. I just really love hot food. Even though it's not my jam, the flavor of the soup was still good. Next course was squash latke with lump crabmeat and a pear Remoulade. This was very good. It was my favorite course. Next up was a squash and potato porridge. It really wasn't like porridge to me. It was room temperature chopped up marinated vegetables and what looked like lentils. It was o.k. By this point I'm dying for some hot food. Next was the main course, which was listed on the menu as a Summer squash steak and lamb croquette. What it was, was about half a piece of grilled squash, and a square piece of breaded lamb the size of a marshmallow. Both were atop a honey mustard type dressing. I didn't like this dish at all. The flavors didn't work for me. The lamb was dry, and again...this dish wasn't hot. It was room temperature. The dessert was zucchini beignet with vanilla ice cream, raisins, and cane syrup. I'm not a sweets person, but this dessert was delicious. When we received our bill, we were shocked to see that the lemonade was $6.50. Nuts. One thing that rubbed me slightly wrong was that in the middle of the meal I told my waitress that my stomach was a little upset and asked if she could bring me some soda water with a splash of bitters in it. I got charged $2.50 for it. At the end, both of us felt really unsatisfied. From the lack of any hot dishes, to the one square of protein, it just didn't do it. I felt that $45 was high for this meal, especially since they were advertising it as being similar to their $70 chef's tasting menu. And I wanted to cry thinking of the pictures I'd seen from previous No Menu Tuesdays...to include a shrimp and crab boil one night, and sweetbreads on another. Some other friends of mine that dined earlier that evening gave the exact same feedback regarding no hot food, and ridiculous protein serving size. Sorry for lack of pictures. They all look horrible due to the street light coming in through the window.
(3)
Elise W.

Nice place on Magazine Street. There's limited outdoor seating and it's bigger than it looked as there's an upstairs too. It had a set 3 course lunch only this day. I would have liked the option of having less food. The homemade bread and butter was great. The starters (corn soup and octopus) was fab and main (steak sandwich and prawn and grits) was fantastic. I wasn't keen on either desert (blueberry jam covered cake with ice cream and butter scotch pudding) but he thought it was fab.
(4)
Chris B.

My fellow Yelpers did not let me down. This placed lived up to the cumulative 5 star Yelp rating. Food, service and ambiance all were top notch. Coquette was firing on all cylinders tonight. Here's the breakdown. Food: Fried chicken - delicious. Highly recommended. Crispy battery with choice pieces of chicken. Served with house ranch a peach hot sauce. Excellent. Maybe our best order of the night. Crab meat - served with roasted eggplant, browned butter and basil. The roasted eggplant was an incredible addition to the dish. Shari V actually picked all the eggplant out without even taking bites of the crab. This is saying something given how much she enjoys lump crabmeat. Vegetable salad - nice mix of fresh vegetables. I forgot the dressing. Of our orders, this was the weakest. Probably ranked a 3 out 5. Red snapper - our entree served over couscous, figs and pearl onions. Our fish was cooked to perfection and well-seasoned. Nicely seared and savory crust with a flaky inside. For dessert, we split a brownie sundae. It was chocolate decadence. After we ordered, our waiter confessed it was easily his favorite dessert. In retrospect, I believe him. For chocolate lovers like myself, it was awesome. So our server was Eric. Nice guy with a lot of hair. He was prompt, polite and informative when prompted. He was attentive without being intrusive. Excellent service all around. Ambiance was cozy and classy. Downstairs, they have about 9-10 tables with a full bar. It's a place that would be nice for a date or a couples dinner. The place doesn't have too much background noise, so it's easy to converse. Overall, I give Coquette the full 5 star review. I'll definitely repeat.
(5)
Abbie F.

Back again to Coquette for brunch. It is a good thing I don't live in New Orleans or you would find me here EVERY weekend! Their food is spectacular. Their drinks are good but are outrageously expensive. $17 for an old fashioned!! I don't even pay that in Chicago. The service is also very good too. I had the shrimp to start, wahoo as my main and an ice cream sandwich for desert. The shrimp was out of this world! Grilled to perfection and with flavors that exploded in my mouth. The wahoo was cooked very well but didn't have as much flavor as I was hoping. The dessert was stellar! German chocolate ice cream sandwich, yes please! My sister had the fried chicken and her husband had the gazpacho-delicious, something with eggs and the cheesecake. The cheesecake was also divine and had a very light texture to it. Another great part about Coquette is their bread-I could eat a whole loaf!
(5)
Dwayne Y.

So this restaurant is more like a 3.5 On our food tour of NOLA is was the least memorable. Service was average at best. It took them about 20 minutes to take our order in a somewhat empty restaurant. While the dishes were ok, nothing really stood out. The pork chops and duck were solid. The fried chicken was not bad. But the rest of the meal was kinds of bland. The short ribs were thin and coming from Hawaii, looked the kind you can get from a low end Korean Restaurant. The red snapper was cooked well but didn't have any flavor that popped and wasn't very exciting. Overall the restaurant was not bad, but didn't have the "wow" factor.
(3)
Danielle K.

This restaurant may be my favorite restaurant ever. I've only been twice but both times it blew my mind. It's on magazine street which is a fun street. And the decor is very classically wooden in the best way possible. Both times I came here I got fried chicken and both times I was impressed. The chicken is cooked to perfect tenderness and always comes with wonderful sides based on the season. Yesterday there were summer vegetables and potatoes to accompany. The cocktails here are equally amazing and the bartenders craft them themselves. Mine was called the Baharon and I had four because I remembered it from last time and it's addictive - the perfect combo of fruitiness and chocolate bitters. Definitely come here on a date or any special event. It won't disappoint you.
(5)
Natasha G.

We had the loveliest brunch here, and everything but the weather was perfect! We arrived around 10:30AM on a Sunday and were promptly seated in the downstairs dining area. The whole staff was kind and attentive, and the meal was paced very well. The three course brunch is obviously the way to go. The Bloody Mary is terrific, and the rest of the drinks menu seems thoughtful and creative. The bread that they gave us was fresh and hot, with warm, creamy butter on the side. We ended up each getting different things from the menu: Starters: Beef Tartare - made with eye of round, with a blackberry sauce, roasted corn, and cheddar - this was terrific, and as a twist on the traditional French style, this tartare was in small cubes and composed loosely with the corn; great fresh flavor Charred Octopus - made with a brandade sauce, roasted garlic, paprika, and tiny pieces of mint - the octopus was cut into rounds and had a wonderful roasted flavor, and it was well-accompanied by the sauce. We really liked this! Entrees: Shrimp with Anson Mills grits, bacon, a tomato sauce, and poached egg - another stylistic twist on shrimp and grits, this dish was obviously not made for those who keep Kosher but was soooo delicious with creamy grits, crunchy lardons of bacon, a luscious tomato sauce, and gooey poached egg; everything came together really well Steak Tartine made with hangar steak, poached egg, and dijon aioli with some dressed greens on the side - the tartines I make at home are never this rich and meaty, and the meat was well seasoned, medium rare, and delicious with its sauce and egg; you'll need to eat this with a fork and knife! Desserts: Blueberry Buckle with Thyme Ice Cream - this tasted like summer! the ice cream was delicious but the buckle was a tiny bit dry for me Butterscotch Pudding with Bourbon Chantilly Cream and a Bacon Blondie - this seems like it would work really well as an ice cream, and all the flavors, from the savory to sweet, went together really well; this felt pretty decadent even though the portion is fairly small Basically, almost everything we ate was a 5 star dish, and I'd love to come back here for another meal!
(5)
Greg G.

Had a few cocktails at the bar to pass the noonday heat. Ashley the bartender was great and had some serious mixology skills serving the wife up a gin based French 75. Food looked great, but we can only vouch for the bar.
(4)
Dustin D.

Incredible!! Erik killed it with his cocktails, las cruces stories and amazing beard. Gumbo was choc full of flavor in every bite, the fried chicken & satsumas bursting with citrus and the Cuidado cocktail an elegant mixture of spice & balance. Love
(5)
Lisa I.

Coquette is an absolute gem of a restaurant and it definitely deserves all the hype that people put around it. Not knowing what to expect since the menu changes all the time, we came to dinner willing and ready to eat whatever was recommended. The upstairs dining area space is beautiful with pretty art and chandeliers, and it almost feels like you're in someone's home with the cool pickle jars around the room! We decided to go with the following: - Gnocchi with chantrelle mushrooms and parmesan: DELICIOUS little pillows of awesomeness in an equally delicious beurre blanc sauce. I absolutely enjoyed how light the dish was despite it having gnocchi and butter in it! - Beef carpaccio with roasted corn, parmesan, aioli and lime: Of all the dishes we ate, this was probably the least impressive. Don't get me wrong, it was still good, especially the corn, but the parmesan seemed a little unecessary. - Pork chop with barbecue bush beans, tomatillo, and potato: My husband got this and the pork chop was definitely large with some seriously beautiful garnish on top! I had a small sliver of it and while I don't disagree with his decision, I was definitely happy that I went with my selection. - Roasted chicken with vadouvan, chantrelles, and blackberry: HOLY MOLY. This was easily one of the BEST chicken dishes I've had in a really long time. The chicken was cooked perfectly with crispy skin. I loved the vadouvan that went with the chicken, and the blackberries were a great touch to the savory dish. I highly recommend this! - Peaches & Cream with vanilla, riesling, and basil: Separately, the elements on the dish weren't good, but when you combined them all together, this was absolutely delicious. The peach component was subtle, and the main ingredient, the cream, was absolutely mindblowing. Service here was great, and I appreciated all of the recommendations we got from the menu. We definitely had a wonderful experience here, and I would absolutely come back, especially for that chicken!
(5)
Tania P.

This place is totes ridic. They offer a 3 course brunch (or maybe it's every meal, I don't know). You pay like $30 to pick your poison. You'd think that with a price that 'low' for three courses, you'd get some rank meat - but that is not the case. My options were all light and 'airy' while my friend had the more savory dishes. I love that we both can come in wanting different flavors, and come out satisfied. The options change on a regular basis so I'm not sure if anything I had is still being served. Knowing this, I am DYING to go back and see what new stuff they have. If they are serving octopus as the first course - GET IT. They know how to properly prepare that bad boy. The second course fried catfish lettuce wraps were phenomenal. And if you want dessert, don't hesitate to get the Butterscotch Pudding. It's lighter than you think! I am DEFINITELY coming back.
(5)
S M.

Hot chicken and buttermilk ranch - amazing!!! Down south they know how it's done! Yum! Big fan of the cobia -delicious! Fingerling sweet potatoes- awesome! Fried oysters -get these- great!! Speckled trout - overcooked and dry.. Avoid. Sweet pea agnolotti -so so. The duck... Omg.. Yes... Order this, perfectly cooked, delicious! Dry aged prime rib - this would have been delicious if it wasn't over cooked.. Which is a really sad thing for such a great cut. Overall service was ok and food on the plus side with a few exceptions. I would go back next time I'm in NOLA!
(4)
Alex J.

I love Coquette. I've had 3 meals here, and all have been great. I'd give them 4 stars for food, but the service has always been a 5, so I've rounded up. I've had the blind tasting twice, and I recommend it for everyone, every time. The menu changes frequently enough that unless you are coming monthly, the tasting will be fresh and new. And that's exactly why you should do it, because it's going to be all different food next time you come. In other words, if you don't try the dishes now, you probably won't get to next time. The menu is small enough that you get most of the best stuff on the tasting menu, plus a few off-menu items. The wine pairing is also fairly reasonable as far as such things go. I've had excellent and innovative duck, pork (they cure their own), smoked fish (they have their own smoker), and the desserts are great, too. The only drawbacks is each time I've come I've had at least one slightly poorly executed dish. Once it was lettuce that hadn't been properly dried (a big pool of water left on the plate). Recently it was a soft shell crab that wasn't crispy enough (I find chewy crab shell really off-putting). Maybe a dish that's slightly too salty here and there. Just short of perfect. But these are minor complains about what is always an enjoyable meal.
(5)
Yu Z.

Coquette was absolutely lovely. The 5-course blind tasting with wine pairing was a definite treat. The flavors, textures, and temperatures were all beautifully juxtaposed - our meal was simply food art. I especially enjoyed the eggplant and crab meat appetizer with the basil powder. The warm and cold elements really complemented one another, and the basil powder packed a flavorful, bright punch and then quickly vanished on my palate. How ephemerally delightful! My party didn't particularly like the tomato sorbet dessert, but I found it to be very refreshing after a multi-course meal. I am a tomato snob, though, and I looove, love, love ripe tomatoes. The sorbet had a powerful tomato flavor, and the peach compote paired well with the sorbet. The tomatoes and the peaches were so perfectly summery. What I didn't love on the dessert plate was the vanilla ice cream and the meringue. I understood the textural effect of the meringue, but I just don't personally love meringue cookies. The vanilla ice cream had an almost artificial vanilla flavoring to it, so I wasn't too fond of that either. All in all though, I had a wonderful experience with wonderful company.
(5)
Robert D.

Coquette is one of the hottest restaurants in NOLA right now and it lived up to the hype. Everything about our meal, from the small plates (the boudin plate and an oyster plate), to our entrees (my wife loved her duck, while my red fish was perfectly cooked; one of the best fish dishes I've ever had) to the dessert (my wife loved her carrot cake beignets-but loved my caramel trio even more!) was outstanding. We ate at Commander's Palace two nights before and, seriously, while the meal at CP was great, we feel the food at Coquette is better. The next time we are in NOLA, we will definitely dine at Coquette's again.
(5)
Kay P.

4.5 stars but we enjoyed it enough so rounded up to 5. Sampled several dishes from the menu that features seasonal produce and tasty preparations. I will say that Coquette's kitchen has some real talents. Thank you so much for whoever cooked our dinner because we throughly enjoyed it. Seriously, you made my day. My tastebuds were dancing in joy. I want to hug each of you awesome cooks. *e-hugs* Dishes were all prepared well, seasoned nicely, and I quite enjoyed the beautiful presentation and optimum texture/ temperature of each dish. Service and atmosphere was good. There's definitely a bit of hipster feel in their rustic yet elegantly comfortable restaurant. I will say that a few of the dishes we ordered were waaaaay too small in portion, considering what is on the plate. The beverage program was actually what I was initially most excited about prior to my visit, but turned out to be somewhat of a letdown. The gentleman behind the bar was fantastic though, he skillfully made great cocktails. The dessert... Oh my, the sweet endings. You have to order at least one dessert. The chef is creative and menu offers something different and exciting. Overall a solid place to enjoy a memorable dinner in NOLA. We will be back.
(5)
Charles H.

I FEEL LIKE SOMEBODY SHOT MY DOG. Last night at Coquette I had the rudest service, more so than at any other restaurant that I patronized this year. It's sad because I was so excited to introduce Russell W. to my favorite place in the city. Upon opening the door however everything went south. THEIR BARTENDERS EXCELL AT HIPSTER SNARKINESS 1. Sodajerk Brett didn't welcome us, rather he slunk against the wall like a Ramone. 2. When asked about the menu he was superciliously clueless. 3. He never checked back to see how our food was (and it wasn't). 4. When Brett's friends showed up we were treated like nuisances. 5. When we left he didn't say thank you or goodbye. THE FOOD AND AMBIANCE WERE BAD AS WELL. My medium rare burger was raw in the middle and underseasoned. The aioli was flavorless. And I hate it when beefy male waiters sit by as waifish hostesses drag metal tables together, creating a deafening scraping noise like nails on a chalkboard. Act like gentlemen guys and carry those four-tops...they would at Commander's.
(3)
Caroline G.

Tried coquette again. I wasn't a huge fan last time - maybe because I can be a picky eater - but I was craving dessert and wine. The lemon tart was ok. I would prefer it without the meringue topping, but the blueberry compote and delicious crust of the tart more than made up for it. The ice cream served with it did lack flavor, though. The recommended wine, however, was simply disgusting. It tasted like carbonated cough syrup. Now, I'm aware that some people have different palates, and that's fine. For a wine this, ah, unique, the bartender should have known to pour a taste. I absolutely could not drink it, did not touch it after the initial sip. Disgusting. Makes my skin crawl to think about it.
(3)
Remy O.

Had dinner with my lovely dinner pals and arrived early and they had no problem seating us and giving us time to prepare for the gastrofestival that was about to take place. This is a midsize and very open restaurant/bar with seating along the wall and bar ends to the back side. We chose to try the chef's 5 course blind tasting and it was amazing. What began with a slight hesitation and concern quickly turned into excitement of the surprise of what was next. We began with cured meet and sorbet that cleared the pallet and prepared us for the delightful onslaught of flavors. I am not going to give away the surprises that followed but the gnocchi (***** stars) has now made it a requirement, that my future companion knows how to make these. The dessert was full of technique and complexity but I was expecting a more decadent traditional dessert. I would also recommend the wine pairing. The chef's choices clearly enhanced our dining experience and help me set aside some prejudice I had towards white and rose. Now the chef's blind tasting is not for the faint at heart. Dinner for three and drinks for two was almost $125 p/p and while I am more than ready to do it again, its clearly not a weekly adventure. Parking is heavy on Magazine and while I enjoy the ambiance, when I am hungry and have to find street parking it can become a bear. The only reason that it is 4 star and not five is because I did not like being so close up to the bar while we were dining and it was difficult at times to hear my companions with bar conversations taking place right behind me. I didn't know there was a upstairs seating area so maybe that would be a more quiet environment. The food is CLEARLY 5 star but the overall experience was a 4.7 and I dont round up.
(4)
Heidi B.

I just got back from a 3 day trip in New Orleans for a low key bachlorette long weekend. I have to say this was my favorite food experience. I'm not down with all the fried foods. Especially in the heat. Yuck! This was a pleasant surprise! I am also vegetarian so my friends brought me to a lot of places that well... was a meat lover's heaven but for me I ate many mushrooms and baked potatoes. haha. Not at Coquette! I got to enjoy a 3 course meal of bliss and happiness. Also your bloody mary's are SOOO good. Great tunes were on in the background. Services was killer. You guys rock! Love from NY!
(5)
Chris C.

Went here after a video I saw online by rapper Action Bronson and I wasn't disappointed. The service, food and drinks were outstanding. I'm still licking my lips the next day thinking about every tasty bite. I tried a fee with plates with my date and suggest you do the same to sample as much of the menu as you can. Had the smoked catfish, fried chicken, heirloom tomatoes and gnocchi, then the peach and cream dish. A resounding YUM!
(5)
Reggie M.

We had a great time. The staff is very friendly and informative. The atmosphere is also great. The food taste very fresh and flavorful. We will definitely be back.
(5)
Jordana G.

Contrary to some other recent reviews, our servers were very helpful about menu questions and very friendly. The owner also served a number of our courses himself and was so charming and informative. We had the 5 course tasting menu and wine pairing. The spacing was perfect. Took 2 hours, but I couldn't have eaten it in less time. Get ready for food porn. The amuse bouche was a house cured - almost prosciutto type ham, served with pickles. A lovely salty bite to start the meal. Next was a cold crab claw salad in brown butter and curry and lord knows what else. Such flavor in one bite. Light yet luscious. The house bread (warm) and soft room temperature butter was crunchy-crust, soft center deliciousness. I had to limit myself to save room for dinner. Next came Champagne (French, real Champagne). I forget the brand. Then we were treated to figs with shavings of 2 year old Vermont cheddar and purslane. Rich, yet light. Sweet in a subtle way. Second wine was an Amestoi white. Crisp, fruity, dry. Next was rice with bacon and pears, kale to die for, pepper rings and a smear of something white and tasty. This little plate had more density than previous dishes, which was to be expected. I liked the individual things better apart than eaten in one bite, but they were all stellar. So much flavor imparted into each mouthful. Losing track of the wine. Rose next. Next softshell crab with buttermilk sauce and ramp pesto. Crab was very lightly fried, sauces were spectacular. Accompanying vegs were lost in the noise, unfortunately, but were good if you could spare time for them. Never saw such a delicate fry as the crab exhibited. Fresh, light, mouthful of flavor. Next wine was a Bila Haut red. Rich, plummy, tannic, maybe aged leather in the nose? Now we were served seared duck breast and farro. The duck was perfectly prepared, crispy skin, rare and tender and juicy inside. The farro was obscene: chunks of smoked duck and chanterelles. Next was a pre-dessert of watermelon with lime granita, basil ribbons, and gourmet locally made pop rocks! Lights up your mouth like fireworks. Great palate cleanser. Last wine was a grenache dessert wine, sweet but not cloying, fairly complex. Dessert was thankfully light, buttermilk panna cotta and Concord grape sorbet. I thought the crumble served with it did not enhance the main items, but was easily ignored. The fried sage accompaniment was a nice touch. A nice, light ending, not too sweet. Overall, a five star experience. I highly recommend.
(5)
Christina S.

Just came in for a cocktail. One cocktail on the menu was...gulp...$17. Really? We ask the bar man to create something and gave him preferences. He seemed scared and overwhelmed. (Oh where are you, Alejandro of Village Whiskey Philly). Not a good sign. F said his drink was good. I had the Jake and Elwood it was good. We didn't have any food. The decor was nice and cozy French bistro.
(3)
Foodie N.

I do not know how you do it Chef Michael! Everything you dream up works so well. Sometimes I scratch my head and wonder why these beautiful combination of flavors are just now getting their moment in the spotlight. I still dream of the fried chicken, butternut squash, cavatelli
(5)
Flora H.

***4.5 stars*** During our last trip to New Orleans, we only had one opportunity to go out to a nice dinner and we wanted to make it count. Luckily for us, Coquette had a same day reservation available. We had made a reservation for four that became five, and while they seemed a little annoyed about that, but ultimately had no problem seating us. We had a drink at the bar downstairs before being taken to our table upstairs. The Pinot Noir (Loring "Aubine Vineyard" (San Luis Obispo County, CA) 2011) was a great by-the-glass red and a great way to start the evening. We shared the fried chicken (fried chicken watermelon hot sauce, peanuts, mint) and squash (cucumber summer squash, buttermilk curds, jalapeno) to start. Both were great ,and unique melding of ingredients that made the dishes really stand out. For an entree, I had the softshell crab (softshell crab, summer squash, ramp pesto, buttermilk) and my bf had the duck (duck, cornbread, blackberry, bell pepper, okra). While my crab was good, holy moly was the duck good. I usually try to order something different than he does so that we can try multiple things, but damn, I should have juts ordered the duck too. At under $300 for 5 people including wine, the price was extremely reasonable, and much less than we were expecting. What a wonderful evening overall!
(4)
Felice H.

Pastry Chef Zak Miller is an artist and a god! I've never actually met him, but his name is on the menu and he makes the world a better place.
(5)
Lyn P.

Coquette has long been on my list of places to try when in NOLA. So on a recent visit, I made a reservation for brunch and was not disappointed. First off, they have a great cocktail menu - easy enough to get a refreshing Pimm's Cup or a Bloody Mary to start They have a three course prix fixe here but we opted to order items off the regular menu. The fig and shaved parmesan salad was so summery - such clean flavors and a perfect way to start the meal. For my main, I ordered the boudin benedict.The boudin had great flavor and the eggs were properly poached. My friend ordered the fried meatloaf. I tried it and it was really good and very over the top. It really didn't need to be fried as it could have stood on it's own. Service was attentive and we just really enjoyed the good vibe here. Definitely will be in my breakfast rotation now that I live here.
(4)
Sayseye N.

This is an update to a prior review in which I gave Coquette high marks. Sadly, the service has gotten to be both slow and inattentive. Empty water glasses and empty used plates sat unattended for long periods within the view of staff that was unoccupied. We won't be back.
(1)
Mike F.

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(5)
Bibin A.

Not sure what the hype was all about. We ended up getting the duck and bass, also had the mushrooms for an appetizer. Overall the food was ok, but nothing to get all hyped about. Kinda disappointing since I've been wanting to try it for a while. We also had the peaches and cream for dessert which ended up being the worst part of the meal. A definite let down for sure.
(2)
Ruth C.

It's unfortunate that I came here for expertly prepared offal options, and the timing of my visit coincided with their shift to a majority of mainstreamed offerings. The tongue and cheek options I had ogled on their online menu that morning were nowhere to be seen. Disappointment aside, I opted to stay since all the rave reviews had me looking forward to good eats. Let me preface this with, "Yes, I probably had an atypical experience", but really I can only review the daisy chain of clusterfxck we went through. The tables were average in size, and the placement of its feet made it difficult to shift chairs to one side. After being seated immediately, I discovered that my forearm was being waterboarded at 5-second intervals by condensation blowing from an HVAC vent. I asked if we could move, as there were quite a number of free tables. "There's no point, a lot of the tables get hit. I'll bring over a napkin to wipe you off." No napkin arrived. Not all tables were directly under a vent. Could we perhaps sit at the bar three feet away? "No, the bar is closed." So we four diners physically shifted our table into the aisle by less than a foot, just so the drip hit my bread plate instead of me. Table bread was warm and crusty, which I was grateful for, since without it I would have felt like I was in prison. Sazerac was deliciously traditional, Arawak was intriguingly herbal, and the Scenic Route was a brightly well-balanced cocktail. Market vegetable salad was okay. Our appetizer plates were forcibly cleared over protest, to make way for entrees. The vegetarian dining companion asked for a collection of sides described on the menu as accompaniments to other dishes. I would have been unsurprised if they had come back to us and declined on kitchen policy, but the server said "sure" and what got served was a sauteed market vegetable salad, plated differently. Duck breast was a bit overcooked, with the skin under-rendered. A shame since the seasoning and saucing were good. My pig ear garnish has been cooked just past crunchy into hard, but my shrimp and grits were actually heartily satisfying so I made no remarks since sending it back would mean watching our server roll her eyes again. Shaved foie gras was an interesting play on sweet-savory richness, served cool with maple syrup accents; unfortunately this was not what the orderer had in mind, so it got sent back. Around this time, I see 30 feet away, our server was tagging in someone else by gesturing to our table in a pretty clear "you deal with it" wave. The white asparagus soup that replaces it was just okay. Desserts were served without silverware. There were none on the other tables and no one around to flag down. The only friendly person we'd spoken with so far emerges in time to sprint over with silverware as I start eating with my hands in desperation to finish and leave the meal that's left us fifty shades of unhappy. Strawberries and cream were super fresh in fruit and generously melty sorbet. The chocolate mousse with salted caramel was similarly divine with mixed textures: silkiness over a base of nougaty wafer, and a complementing quenelle of ice cream set in a mound of powdered peanut. If not for dessert, cocktails, and grits, this would have been a less than okay dinner. It's not a large space and had circumstances been different, the intimate vibe would normally have had me fantasizing about bellying up to the bar on the regular if I were local. We were the second to last table of the night, and though we didn't linger over any of our plates, it became exceedingly clear that they wanted us the hell out of there. I rarely let poor service bother me. But when unhappy servers treat you like shit, the rudeness slowly percolates into your psyche.
(3)
Kelly R.

I and a girlfriend got lucky and sans reservation over one jazz fest weekend 2013 found two seats at the bar. Our waiter/bartender was pure fun, and had us laughing the whole evening as he served us drinks and food. My friend ordered a drink that she'd created, and so she apologized for being 'difficult'. The server's comment was, "I work Sunday brunch, dahlin'. You haven't seen difficult until you've served hungover people demanding, 'where's our bread'!?" Every bite of food was divine (the bread, too!) the atmosphere wonderful, and we loved the experience. I will be back.
(4)
Benny R.

On a trip to New Orleans, I had the good fortune of dining at Coquette twice - once for dinner and once for lunch. Both times I was pleasantly surprised that Coquette lived up to the hype, everything we tried was delicious, particularly a great soft shell crab, and our cocktails were pure class as well. I would highly recommend Coquette for the great food, atmosphere and fantastic service.
(5)
Rabbitt S.

Recommended during a garden district tour. Looking for a vegan lunch. This place hit the spot. We had the 3 course lunch, which changes daily, and the food was exceptional. There have been reviews stating the portions were small, but the food was exceptional and by the time I finished the 3 course I was just a little more than full and my taste buds were very happy. What more can you want in a meal? The staff (I really wish I remembered they're names as they should get cudos here as well) was very friendly and accommodating for our special requests. The bar is very well stocked and the bartenders were knowledgable about their trade. We had a pleasant experience and plan on returning when we come back to New Orleans.
(5)
Jane L.

Service was impeccable, and the 3-course lunch menu items were delicious! The shrimp and grits, fried oysters and chocolate tart were all fantastic...and I mean "lick your plate clean" tasty.
(5)
kathryn i.

Delicious and great service. I recommend always making a reservation in advance because wait times can be long and the bar area very cramped.
(4)
Jessi B.

One of our favorite spots in nola! Great for special occasions or just going out for a delicious meal. Wait staff is professional, courteous, and knowledgable. Fine dining at a reasonable price. The menu changes daily and is worth the surprise!
(5)
Siemny C.

Coquette never disappoints. On my most recent lunch visit I ordered the 3 course lunch special for $20. The head cheese starter was divine. I just needed to post about that. A MUST eat.
(5)
Jon S.

The Coolinary 3 course lunch was one of the best meals we've had on our honeymoon. The pork rillettes, pork belly lettuce wraps, and Grand Marnier mousse were all amazing. The Gulf shrimp and duck gumbo were also good, but pork was the real star.
(5)
L. A. W.

The pork rillette and foie gras were great! I had the red chicken and hubby had the rabbit. We went for a birthday dinner with a large group and the service was great!!! They stayed on top of the drinks, and were very courteous! A great experience!
(4)
Chris P.

I am in full agreement with the previous poster's assessment on Coquette. The food was absolutely on target but the service, specifically the timing was a bit off. I went with the fiance and we had planned on having a low-key, slow, drunken dinner to give the place a try. I have to say that I love the decor of the building, especially the set-up. We were ushered over to a table and immediately presented with a pretty thoughtful drink menu and wine list. I, of course, went with a Sazerac just get the mood going and try to catch the vibe of the place. It was delicious, maybe even one of the better ones I've had in a long time (certainly good enough for two of them!). She got the special drink of the night, a champagne ponchatoula strawberry cocktail. Let me tell you, that thing sang in your mouth, delicious! The first course came out quickly; she got the soft-shelled crab and I got the pork belly rillettes. Hers was juicy, crispy, fresh; mine was savory, fatty, delicious, especially when paired with the sour cherry compote or the dijon that was provided on the plate. Got another Saz at that point, then about 5 minutes after they took our plates from the apps, the entrees came out. I got the cobia with bacon, onions, and peas. It was perfectly grilled, hot and well-seasoned. I especially loved the way the sweet onions, salty bacon, and fresh peas played off of each other. She got the redfish with some sort of pea puree on a bed of crawfish risotto. It was just as good as mine, as buttery and delicious and redfish should be, and the risotto was freakin' divine. I would like to point out at this time that the kitchen obviously really enjoys the fact that peas are a very fresh and very delicious ingredient right now, because they used fresh peas in 3 out of the 4 dishes that we ordered. This was definitely a good thing at this place. Also, I ordered a white burgundy to go with the fish and it came out stingingly cold and perfectly complimented everything. This place made me happy but they definitely could use some work on the time. I mean, I definitely would've had at least a few more drinks had they slowed things down and let us take our time. That being said, I definitely will be adding this to my list of place to eat at again!
(4)
M M.

This place is perfect. Service is so good. Words can't do justice to the food, so I won't even try. Just go there. Your NOLA experience won't be complete without it.
(5)
margaret H.

Last two visits have been very average, and totally different experience than before. Vegetarian plate was basically an appetizer (and appetizer sized) but was charged entree price. I also don't recommend sitting outside. They just don't have a good spot for outdoor dining - there were bugs, weird birds and generally neither a good urban views or relaxing.
(3)
Scotty S.

I would really like to put 2 stars, but my girlfriends dish was a lot better than mine, so maybe i ordered something that i just dont like. I got fish with crab meat on it. being from new orleans, i'm use to about a stick or two of butter and a lot of seasoning invloved in such fish/crab collaborations, but i'd like to think i can enjoy something less. The fish came out in what seemed like chicken broth with frozen peas that weren't even cooked very well. as you can imagine, it was bland. maybe i dont have a refined palette? maybe i'm use to rich food, maybe both or neither, but it wasn't good at all to me. waste of a nice piece of fish. My girlfriend got the cochon de lait dish and shit was off the chain. it was some kind of reduction, with some kind of greens and a little pulled pork hut on top of with mashed potatoes in the mix somewhere too. Very very tasty. The service was ANNOYING. Honestly, they were TOO attentive. The waiter was assertively attentive yet spoke as though he was in a coma. you know when someone tries to whisper with great annunciation and impeccable grammar... but they are whispering so it's annoying. that's how everyone spoke. they were so overly polite that it was dumb and annoying. I wish i could more eloquently explain this. My girlfriend totally didn't get why i was making fun of them so much...maybe you will.
(3)
tara j.

Coquette is a special place that offers dishes that are innovative and very thoughtfully prepared. My one criticism is the portion size is very small for the price point. The service is excellent and the wine list extensive. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Its refreshing to see a chef take chances on food that is out of the ordinary. The tasting menu paired with the wine was very good. Shortribs,drum fish and a special donut at the end of the meal was very tasty.
(4)
Ross P.

This is the first five stars I have given to any restaurant. They are simply amazing. The service and the food are exceptional. We ate in some of New Orleans' top restaurants such as Emeril, Estella, K-Paul's, Commander's Palace, Rambla, etc. Coquette is head and shoulder above the best of New Orleans. They also score the top spot compared to the best restaurants in Los Angeles, where we come from. This is as good as it gets. I hope success does not get to their head.
(5)
Gideon C.

I'm actually a little surprised that there's not a review for Coquette here - but I guess I'll do the first one! Coquette is located on Magazine and Washington right across from the Starbucks on Washington. The dining area is small yet cozy, there's a large bar, and I would guess maybe around 15 tables. The chef was a former sous chef at Restaurant August (so you know it's going to be good) and I believe people were saying a lot of the waitstaff used to work at Commander's Palace, which is down the street. The decor was wonderful - very elegant yet casual at the same time. Lots of wood paneling, mirrors, kitchen tile, brick walls and a dark grey ceiling. The bar is stained wood with three crystal chandeliers hanging from underneath. French music plays in the background, the day I went there was Edith Piaf playing. All of that ties in the atmosphere of a French restaurant perfectly. Onto the food - I only came here for lunch when my friends and I spotted this place as we grabbed some coffee at Starbucks and it's delicious and the prices were reasonable! We ordered the shrimp and grits, Croque Madame, and Steak and Fries. I had the steak and fries - which was a flat iron steak covered with reduced shallots (absolutely delicious) and homemade fries. The fries are probably the best I've ever had - perfectly salted and a little soggy - (I love soggy fries. You know the one or two soggy fries you would find in McDonald's fries? It's like a big serving of them. I was in heaven) with a side of aioli. The Croque Madame was wonderfully cooked with citrus mustard inside which gave it a nice tang with a small bibb salad on the side with walnuts. Shrimp and grits was good according to my friend (who wouldn't share). For lunch all was nicely priced - Steak and Fries were 15, Shrimp and grits were 16, and the Croque madam was 10. Pretty decent sized portions - I'm a pretty big guy and my entree filled me up. Onto dessert - apparently the chef is nutella addicted. Nutella-filled crepes, beignets, Creme Brulee, bread pudding with vanilla ice cream - can't beat that. The menu revolves around every week or so it seems - a new fish or new cut of meat is offered. No lie, I love this place.
(5)
Bob D.

Escaped a trade show at the Convention Center during lunchtime. Its a 5 minute cab ride. We enjoyed the price fixed lunch. The best! So much flavor. Service was friendly efficient. The place was half full. I can't wait for booth duty to return.
(5)
Tina C.

New favorite restaurant in New Orleans! Great menu items. Great drinks. Great service. Nice setting/atmosphere. The local vegetables were so good. Really enjoyed my evening here.
(5)
Lindsey S.

The manager was the cutest, sweetest ever. She was super accommodating to us on getting our son one of two high chairs in the place. Our waitress was a dud. The food was really good but it was really expensive and we left still hungry. I don't think we will be back but I'm glad we checked it out.
(3)
Karen P.

Fabulous find!! Beautiful bar - tin ceiling! Great ambiance & great food. Best bread in New Orleans!! Great apps especially chicken w bread & butter pickles. Congenial bartender.
(5)
Claudia C.

Had a wonderful dinner here for our 5th anniversary. We did the 5 course blind-tasting menu and had a great experience from beginning to end. Service was great and each course was delightful. The freshly baked warm bread we got upon sitting down was wonderful. Then we made our way through some amuse bouches, such as the fried oysters with watermelon hot sauce, after which we started our first course: a salad with crisp local veggies in a wonderful citrus dressing. The salad was such a delight, with such intense and unique flavors (perennial cucumbers that look like cherry tomatoes; pickled beet) that it might have even been my favorite dish of the evening. We were also served beef tartare, red snapper, duck, and then a slice of watermelon with lemon bitters, micro basil and pop rocks as a palette cleanser. It was so much fun to eat and absolutely delicious. We were served zucchini flower beignets for dessert, which ended our meal on a high note. The server also brought us two glasses of complimentary champagne so we could toast our anniversary. All in all, a wonderful culinary experience. It made eating fun, and we enjoyed every bite and moment!
(5)
Karen Z.

The salmon tartare was a little too fishy! Day old? But plated gorgeously, and the service was pretty good. Interesting, delicious cocktails. We stopped here for a drink and appetizer on the way to the Commander's Palace. Glad we had dinner plans elsewhere. The ambiance was cool. I'd go back for drinks, and maybe some kind of "safe" food, but I'd avoid raw fish here next time.
(4)
C K.

I actually enjoyed Coquette, just not quite enough to give it 4 stars.. but for what it's worth, it is a cute little date spot for dinner or drinks or both! They've got a relatively young crowd... I like to people watch and there people here are nice to look at. The drink list is pretty great, they make a mean cocktail. The bourbon and strawberry shrub -- I think it was called a "creaky door"? I mean.. I didn't even know strawberry shrub was a thing until I came to Coquette, but what I know now is that it's awesome, especially with bourbon, and you should definitely get it. The food was unremarkable. At least off the menu. Our waiter (who was incredible, by the way, I've been back since, and they have pretty great service here all around!) recommended that we try the chef's brussel sprouts which were not on the menu -- but boy am I glad we did. They were amazing -- probably the most unique brussel sprouts I've ever had! They used an assortment of ingredients that made them both sweet and savory -- there was definitely some fish sauce in there -- random, but delicious, and perfectly crispy on the outside!
(3)
Rachel S.

The front of the house was pretty weak - maybe she's was having a bad day, but she was pretty disinterested in helping us (isn't that her job?). Luckily for us, a few seats opened at the bar. Very competent bartender. The food was quite good - don't go if you are looking for a light lunch! The flavors were intensely good. The gumbo with sweet potato salad was a home run, and the smoked catfish dip was excellent. Service brought down what otherwise would have been four stars.
(3)
Chris G.

This is the #2 reviewed restaurant in the big easy? Do yourself a huge favor and disregard the masses' opinion and read only this one. This is a classic french restaurant: Overpriced, under portioned, self absorbed, pretentious food preparation in love with itself. Technique and inventiveness is great but only if the food tastes great. Not the case here. Decor and location nice and waitress was great, but prices, portion and food not near worthy. Ignore this review at your peril!
(2)
Barry C.

great! everything our group of five ordered was superb, i would have liked bigger portions,but only from greed
(5)
Sonya Z.

We got the $45 tasting menu and added another appetizer and we considered it to be one of the best deals in the city. The $45 tasting menu came with a beet salad appetizer (pickled baby beets, burrata, duck ham, and aged balsamic vinegar), cochon de lait entree (melt in your mouth pork, sweet potato, sugar snap peas), grouper entree (melt in your mouth fish with veggies and creamy sauce), and an old-fashioned donut for dessert (with huckleberries, oatmeal crunch, and sour cream ice cream YUMMMM). On top of this we added an additional appetizer - the spring squash soup, with sourdough croutons and lemon oil. I also got a glass of red wine - the Rioja from Spain cuz Spanish red wines are such a win. For the two of us (one grown man and one grown woman) it was the perfect amount of food and a comfortable level of fullness, although about six hours and five alcoholic drinks later we felt the urge to snack on some Cheerios. The ambiance and decor is super cute and they have lovely chandeliers downstairs. You can sit outside when the weather is nice, although sadly the restaurant is right across from a Discount Zone gas station which kinda marrs the outside vibe. Then there's a bustling downstairs seating area with bar, and then upstairs is a quieter space with a classier vibe. We sat upstairs, which I liked better except I wish there was a bit more background noise because I'm kind of a loud person and I don't like when the table next to me can hear every word I'm saying! OH, and after you get your check they send you "gifts from the kitchen" which are pistachio treats and dark chocolate treats. These treats are excellent, unless you stupidly forget that you are pretty allergic to pistachios and then eat the pistachio treats and then have to rush home to alleviate your swelling throat, which of course I didn't do.
(5)
Andrea P.

The food was absolutely delicious and the wait staff was very professional and amazing. The flavors in each one of the dishes just exploded in your mouth. Yummmm. We celebrated two birthdays and they invited us to one of our desserts.
(5)
Mason S.

Such a rad experience. The food was gnarly good and the service was sick as fuck. Go to Coquette. You'll be stoked if you did.
(5)
Tasha B.

This place is AWESOME! We've been a few times for cocktails and/or brunch- But for our first anniversary recently, we went with the blind tasting menu. It made for an amazing date-night because every single dish was interesting and delicious, and a surprise!! We talked about all of the neat little touches to each dish for the rest of the night. And to whoever would listen to us after that.... :) The dining room is really cute, and our waitress, the bartender and manager were all amazing. They put up with our millions of questions and child-like excitement wonderfully. I'm counting down the days until we go back!
(5)
Julie N.

Amazing food; a bit pricey, but totally worth it. In this cozy restaurant they have some of the best food I've ever eaten. The menu is not particularly exotic, but everything I had was done perfectly! I started with the gazpacho, dined on the duck and finished with the chocolate mouse. All three were very small, but exceptional. The service is good and the atmosphere is on the fancier side. The prices are high, but the tasty food makes it worthwhile. I would love to dine here again!
(5)
Wallace L.

I wish I could leave 4.5 stars! I'm going to leave 5 in hopes of bumping them up to 4.5! I had a lovely time dining solo at the bar on Saturday night. Host service was helpful, and all servers appeared to be competent, well prepared, and efficient. I watched them quite a bit, and never once was someone standing around doing nothing. The staff had a bee-colony like work ethic to them that was never rushed, even though they were busy. The menu changes often, and I loved the wine list. They were both small, but had a perfect amout of everything for everyone. I love not having to wade through mediocre options and get straight to the good stuff! Bartender was efficient and educated on his product. Service at the bar was very nice. I love the ambiance, and the noise level was adequate for a bistro. That's to say, I wouldn't take my hard of hearing grandfather here, but it would be the perfect place for a date night or to take my parents for dinner. Food was excellent, although portions are a touch on the small side. I do believe I paid a fair price, given the quality of the food I had. I began with the steak tartare with greek yogurt and slaw. It was lovely. I then had the pork shoulder with figs and summer squash. Absolutely great. The complimentary house bread is also divine. To drink, I began with a Cotes du Provence Rose (fabulous), and moved to a Bourgogne Rouge (I can't remember the producer...), and finished up with Pierre Ferrand Cognac (yummy). All in all, I really enjoyed my evening, and will be back. This time, to share with others!
(5)
Quevin B.

I love the atmosphere at this fine establishment and the food is exquisite. They use mostly local ingredients and the staff is very knowledgable in their products. I had a very good experience dining at this resteraunt and especially loved the host she was amazing and I never had a better experience being seated in my entire existence on this planet.
(5)
Jennifer N.

If there's a time to spoil yourself, it's on your birthday. My boyfriend brought me to Coquette for my birthday and we tried the Chef's tasting menu. I was pleasantly surprised with each dish and thoroughly enjoyed them all. We started off with a glass of champagne each and received some bread to snack on while our food came out. First dish was a salad, but not just any salad. It was a vegetable medley with Brussels sprouts, carrots, beets, and a few other veggies. I can appreciate a chef who knows how to utilize vegetables and bring out the flavor of them. Our second course was a butternut squash cavatelli - I couldn't stop eating it. It was like comfort food and I felt like I could have licked the bowl clean. The tasting menu continued with a pork loin and then some incredible scallops. We shared a bottle of wine during our tasting and toward the end just started enjoying the food rather than nitpicking over it. The desserts were equally amazing. The highlight of the desserts was this dish with marshmallows and pop rocks in them. Every bite was a party in my mouth. I had a great time at Coquette, and the only weird moment was when the hostess tried to explain the dish to us, forgot, and then told our server to finish explaining it. Sometimes on your birthday, you've got to treat yo self.
(5)
Juan D.

Went with a group of 6 and it was a very nice experience. 5 out of 6 of us got the tasting menu as the other was a vegetarian. Overall the food was very good, the service was above average. The only real grip would be it took us a while after our reservation time to be seated and but that def. won't stop me from returning.
(4)
Kevin E.

Lovely location, nothing epic but nice and inviting. Really, really good service, very attentive and knowledgeable. Then the food, nothing but fantastic, everyone including our token vegetarian had a scrumptious dish. Plus very reasonable priced wine list. I had a bottle of Jordan where other joints would have charged twice the price. All in all, very nice dinner.
(4)
Sarah B.

One of the best meals I've ever eaten, ever. The cheapest wine on the list (Malbec) was delicious. My glass got topped off without asking. Our first round of drinks was free because of a tiny wait on our main course. The steak and butternut squash dishes were heaven in my mouth - heaven!
(5)
Mike D.

Overall, the experience was average. Waitress was inattentive to our party of six...we had to ask for everything. Food quality was good but served after nearly an hour wait over bread and wine. When I asked the manager I got a very uninterested 'I'm sorry'. We sat near the kitchen and water station. If the wait staff did less hugging and high fiving, maybe things would have gone faster. Overall not worth the money and the frustrating wait with no news...
(2)
Randall N.

3 wonderful courses for $20 bucks?! Are you kidding me?! Awesome. I came here with 3 other people for lunch and we all left full (not so full that we needed a nap though), happy and impressed. I had the hogshead cheese, shrimp and grits and the sweet potato tart. I enjoyed every bite of everything. Hogshead cheese is not cheese and it looks like something found in the slop bucket at a farm but if you like charcuterie plates you will like this. The shirmp and grits were outstanding. I love shrimp and grits and you can really only get good ones in the south. These were phenom! Tnder perfectly sauteed shrimp, creamy soft grits with a wonderful buttery sauce (i never know what kind of sauce comes with shrimp and grits) with a compote of bacon, tomatoes, onions and various other things. I wish I could have savored it but I scarfed it down like a giant vaccum cleaner from a cartoon. I wish I could have run in the kitchen slapped the chef and stolen his recipe for the sweet potato tart with bourbon whipped cream. Eveyone else got chocolate cake and loved it but I can guarantee mine was better. The crust was perfection. Flaky, and nutty and slightly sweet. The filling was so smooth and flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg and other warm spices. The whipped cream was incredible and I might have to make bourbon whipped cream for thanksgiving next year. Everything was just wonderful. i can only imagine what they do for dinner. It's on my "to try-nola" list though. The inside, esp the bar is beautiful, but we sat outside on a perfect spring day. Do so if you can. The service is just as good and the oak trees on the street are beautiful even if the intersection is a tad loud.
(5)
Andy L.

Stop reading the various reviews trying to decide whether to go or not. Shut your computer off and just go to Coquette!! NOW! We just came back from dinner and the food and service were FABULOUS!! We started of with the Covey Rise salad - blanched fresh veggies, then on to the entree. My wife had the Black Drum and I had the Duck Breast, both were easily some of the best meals we've had in NOLA. Whatever you have for dinner you can't go wrong, but save room for dessert and make sure you get the Strawberry Cream. It's a house-made strawberry rollup injected with real cream, with strawberry sorbet and finely diced strawberries covering it. This isn't one of those leathery rollups you buy at a mini mart with Cool Whip squirted on it. This is something you could easily have 17 of, and still want more!! Seriously, just go. Right now. If you don't like it, I'll buy. No really, just forward me the receipt and I'll reimburse you. Yes, it is that good!! Oh, one more thing. Ask to sit in Kaylie's section.
(5)
trish m.

Wow, this food was fantastic! They make a great bloody mary and the service was excellent. Our waitress was super knowledgable about the food, made great recommendations, and kindly brought out water for our dogs (we sat at one of the tables on the side walk, shaded and pleasant). The vibe inside is really chill, with lots of character. Outside it was full service as well, clean white table cloths and complete table setting when sat down. We started with house made burrata with peaches and balsalmic, which was amazing. I had the soft shell crab with parsley puree and heirloom tomatos, and my boyfriend really enjoyed the pork belly lettuce wraps. We will definitely go back on our next visit to New Orleans.
(5)
Sean H.

Summary: Go Thursday for $5 cocktails. Eat everything being offered. It's just as awesome as it can get. I had read about Coquette for well over a year before I departed from the heat of Magazine Street and into the cool, quaint yet formidable dÃ©cor of what may be now my favorite restaurant in any city. Fresh off my flight from New York, I forced myself against my tired body to pay the $1.25 streetcar far and walked for ten minutes through the subtle beauty of the Garden District. The experience made my arrival at the steps of Coquette all the more welcoming, and the strongly recommended mode for travelling to this spot. Perhaps I had read so much of Coquette before arriving that I had a predetermined, positive review of this restaurant before I had the first bite of the goat cheese stuffed squash. Perhaps I badly wanted a restaurant that could compete with the goliaths of New York, but at southern prices, all whilst doing so behind ancient drooping oaks in a sleepy part of town lit by faux-gas lamp streetlights. Perhaps. Or perhaps this place is just what eating should be about: an overall incredible sensory experience without overload, and without overpaying for it. There were no gas lamp streetlights, but it had everything else. For lunch, I got the three course lunch: goat cheese stuffed squash, shrimp and grits, and chocolate cake with banana milkshake. Each was in its own right deserving of a brag to friends with how good of a meal I just consumed. But the stuffed squash and banana milkshake was ideal. The shrimp and grits was eloquently prepared, no doubt, but was not the type of dish which blew me away. I came on a Thursday, when cocktails are $5. I normally opt for beer, wine and straight liquor, but with the opportunity to have the local Sazerac along with a "Squeaky Door," you would be choosing poorly in ignoring the daily options. My favorite was the "Low Country Sour," a drink featuring genever, ginger snap, lemon, egg white (egg white?? yes!) and bitters. My recommendation is just ask the bartender what is good that day, and he'll offer up a (cheap yet) fantastic surprise. My lunch experience was so great that I came back for dinner four nights later. I was seated at 10:00 PM on a Sunday (albeit during Jazz Fest), and when I left there were still genuine smiles on our waitress's face and patrons still laughing over half drunk bottles of wine. I had the smoked drum salad (with horseradish and ghost pepper caviar), which is strongly recommended along with the aforementioned goat cheese stuffed squash. The "fried" chicken was different - a fried skinned chicken, with a succulence that could only come from having baked the chicken. It was different, and how it was pulled off I am not too sure. Our waitress then enticed us with her odd yet seductive humor into ordering various desserts. Having polished off several beers, cocktails and an awesome glass of port, details became fuzzy, senses beautifully dull, and a calming sense of euphoria setting in, I don't remember what was eaten at the end of the meal. All I know is that as I left that restaurant on that Sunday midnight, walking into the balmy air of the crescent city, I knew that this restaurant was, without question, one of the better this world has to offer.
(5)
Rodney H.

Walking down Magazine Street in the early afternoon and realizing we were getting hungry, decided to stop in at Coquette. We were dressed very casual (shorts and t-shirts) which didn't seem to matter to them. Taking a seat at the bar, had the greatest conversation with the bartender and manager over the course of our meal. The soft shell crab was amazing as was the fried gulf shrimp. The greatest discovery?? The Jackson which is made with bacon bourbon and moonshine. OMG.... On the way out made reservations for the following evening which we were dressed much nicer and enjoyed table service upstairs this time. By luck, had the opportunity to briefly talk with Chef Michael who's passion certainly shows in his food. Cannot wait for my next trip to NoLa as Coquette will be on the list!!
(5)
CharlÃ© W.

I was with a great crowd so I'm a little biased, but we had a really good time at Coquette. I didn't plan on dining. Half of us were lured by the $5 wine Wednesdays. Still, I couldn't resist ordering the risotto appetizer after a very confident recommendation from the bartender, Ali. She is a doll, by the way, and was completely right about that delicious dish. I sipped on lambrusco- sometimes I start with dessert- and eventually sampled a friend's scallops. They were quite salty, but my drink was so sweet that the tastes sorted themselves out on my palette. I've had people tell me that this is their favorite restaurant, but I didn't get that feeling. The food is decent and the staff is courteous, but nothing necessarily stood out.
(4)
Melissa P.

I love visiting New Orleans and finding new restaurants. Coquette will definitely be on my list to try again. The decorum was fabulous and I loved the tiled floor and the wooden bar. I had the scallops which were melt in your mouth good. My friend had a fish dish which I can't remember but apparently she called herself the winner of our two plates. I loved mine. We shared the beignets with salted caramel sauce. I wanted to drink up the sauce all on it's own. The wine selection was fair we started with bubbles and switched to white. However, I did see a few mixed drinks served and I loved the presentation. It was great to be away from the Quarter and feel like a local again. We enjoyed a nice walk down Magazine.
(4)
Kelsey G.

Que rico! Coquette is a pinky-out kind of place perfectly located off the busy Magazine foot path that most people frequent. While I've only ever been for their happy hours, I can easily say their cheese spread, nightly wines, and signature cocktails have always hit the spot.
(4)
Ed R.

coquet was recommended to us and it didnt disappoint. We initially went because we saw beef tar tar on the menu and it is one of our favorites. we were a little disappointed that the menu had changed and it was no longer on the menu but the food we had was amazing. a little pricey but delicious. the duck was perfect with uniquely seasoned vegetables and the porterhouse for two was amazing...
(5)
Michaela A.

Had an excellent dinner at Coquette last night. We started with the Beef Tartare appetizer, but requested to only have the fried oysters, and no beef. This request was accepted and the fried oysters were some of the very best we have tasted - fresh and hot, with just a thin, perfect layer of breading. Then we had the Duck Breast - this was cooked to perfection for me, with very little pink on the inside, and slightly crispy skin, served on a bed of collard greens and quince. Also, had the Seared Scallops which came with chargrilled octopus and andouille sausage. The combination of flavors of both dishes were superb. The dishes are about quality rather than quantity. Which meant we then also enjoyed the Chocolate Pudding - more like a rich mouse, but outstanding with the andouille sauce caramel sauce and ice cream. Service was great. Ambiance was great. We managed to park on the street right outside, although this was 5.30pm on a Sunday evening. Would recommend a reservation at the weekend as the place filled up very quickly. There is an option to sit at the huge bar for dinner if you don't have a reso. The ingredients used are the freshest available that day so the menu changes daily, although a few favorites stay. Will be back!
(5)
Edmund K.

Took my wife there last night for date-night for the first time. Always heard great things about this place but decided we need to try it for ourselves. Exactly what we were looking for...quaint, non-pretentious yet elegant, great service and creative food. We had the ribeye cap and cochon. First restaurant we have tried so far that prepared the cochon tastefully without all the fuss and fat. The ribeye cap was def a new experience, a totally different cut of meet prepared charboiled on the outside, juicy and red inside. Pros: All the above + great service. Our waiter, Kent, took the time to describe the "philosophy" of coquette's cooking. Never had that before but simply outstanding description because I tasted it in the food! He was genuine and cared about his role. Outstanding service! Cons: They ran out of fries! Totally understand since it sounds like one of the best in town. But perhaps might consider inventory adjustment for the simple and humble potato. Will definitely go back again. Might try lunch next time!
(3)
Spenser K.

I don't think I've ever given a more deserved five star rating. Yeah, the food here gets costly, but it's worth it in so many ways. Service: Awesome. We had two or three different people wait on us, and all of them were excellent. Our main server explained to us what was perhaps my favorite thing about Coquette, specifically that they get fresh ingredients every day. This leads to them creating a unique menu daily. Thus, what you eat one night may literally never be served their again. This makes it a little tricky to recommend food on the internets, but makes the food they serve so delicious and so fresh that you simply can't say no. Atmosphere: Amazing. From wall to wall and floor to ceiling, every little piece of decor in Coquette seems to be designed to create an atmosphere of both comfort and class. Though the building looked small, upon entering it really was a warm, large, and inviting dining room with a long bar that was run by an excellent barkeep. Drinks: Yes. Yes, yes, and yes. They can get a little costly, but go on a Thursday, and they're only $5 a piece. They have a variety of homemade hard alcohol, and though there isn't a whole lot of beer available, what they do have is a surprisingly tasteful selection. Food: Finally. The food. It's amazing. Fresh ingredients prepared by obviously talented chefs taste amazing. Both my lady and I had an excellent meal from start to finish. I'd suggest asking your waiter for recommendations, as they will know more about the specific dishes of the day than any yelper, and will be more than happy to accommodate you. Price: As is to be expected, it does sting a little bit to pay for a meal here. However, I would say the food is well matched to the price. If you're worried about spending too much, I'd go on a Thursday night after dinner, sit at the bar, and order the cheese plate. It's inexpensive, the drinks are only $5, and it will all be delicious.
(5)
Dionne I.

This place was amazing. I had the chef's tasting menu and my husband had the duck breast. Yelp-find that was amazing!
(5)
Marcus R.

My girlfriend and I were in New Orleans for a few days when we were both craving "green leafy vegetables" We were doing a walking tour of the Garden district and we asked our tour guide and she recommended Coquette. It was a bit of a wait for an outside table but it was easily the best meal in New Orleans.
(5)
Morgan H.

Totally not up to the hype. Sorryimnotsorry.
(2)
Sonia G.

Had the three course lunch... The gumbo (perfectly spiced), shrimp and grits (perfectly rich), and the apple pie (perfectly sweet). I also nibbled off my husband's plate. The pickles and homemade chips plate had the most favorable Ranch dip. The red snapper was elegant with its roasted eggplant puree. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. Unreservedly.
(5)
Dave M.

Great local restaurant on Magazine Street in the Garden District. Organic, local food prepared like dishes on Top Chef. A welcomed night away from everything tourist.
(5)
Nita R.

Wonderful experience - great service, lovely space and excellent food. This is now my favorite NOLA restaurant. My husband lives on hamburgers and I love French, different favors and presentation. We both were delighted. Hubby got the gourmet burger and I got a perfect lunch with fresh ingredients and great wine. I am still savoring the moment. I may make a road trip to return soon, because it was so great. Oh, I had the cucumber soup--wow! The lunch special -yummy and a berry cobbler - omg
(5)
Bob J.

Having really enjoyed Shrimp and Grits NOLA-style at Mr B's, I was very excited to try this dish at Coquette. While the place is charming and the menu exciting, the dish failed. The shrimp were "off" and the dish lacked enough spice and flavor to overcome the fishy flavor of the shrimp. The sausage was chewy. In retrospect, I waited too long for a bad meal.
(1)
Nicholas N.

This place is pretty darn dank. Unfortunately the chef polished off my favorite bourbon the night before and the sub was only mediocre. This place is a commitment though. I brought a party of 7 who all claimed they had nothing to do that day but chill. They began to get a little restless since the place is meant for a sit down and relax atmosphere. The event took a total of 2 hours. So be prepared and dont be in a rush here. Its worth it.
(4)
John M.

John L. H., you da man! After reading his 1000th Yelp review, which was dedicated to Coquette, I knew I had to try this place. & then Yelp Spring Break 2013 happened. Just like that, I knew I was going back to New Orleans. I didn't take any chances. I made reservations for lunch on a Friday almost 2 months in advance. Needless to say, expectations were stratospherically high, damn near orbital. Regardless, Coquette totally delivered with casual, cool elegance & seemingly effortless ease. The girlfriend & I arrived 5 minutes late & were seated immediately. Our server was very friendly, conversational & just the perfect amount of attentive. We both opted for the $23 3-course prix fixe lunch. No, that's not a typo. Only $23 for a truly spectacular 3-course fine dining experience. Seriously. Only in New Orleans. For drinks, we both got Bloody Marys. A magical thing about New Orleans is that you can get a good Bloody Mary just about anywhere. I know because we had plenty. The Bloody Mary we had here was, unquestionably, the best of the bunch. I wanted to shake the bartender's hand & promise him fortunes that I simply do not have. For our 3 courses: we both ordered Gumbo z'Herbs for our 1st, the girlfriend ordered Shrimp & Grits for her 2nd & I ordered Fried Wild Catfish for mine, we both ordered Spiced Funnel Cake for our 3rd. While all of it was positively outstanding, there was 1 dish that was completely paradigm shifting. I'm convinced that my Fried Wild Catfish was not of this Earth. Never in my entire life have I had any fish dish, let alone catfish, so superb as the 1 I had at Coquette. It was as if I was served the Holy Catfish of the Immaculate Conception. Yeah, that's right, I'm saying it was like eating Jesus Catfish! That 1st bite is something I will always remember. I chopped off a bite-size chunk from 1 of the 2 fillets with the side of my fork, which went through the thin, delicate, crispy fried shell with a snappy crunch. The catfish, itself? Forget tender, it was ethereal. It was like catfish-flavored steam. I know not what sorcery it takes to create such a thing. But that's not even where the supreme preparation of this dish ends. The 2 catfish fillets were served with a sauce, a chutney & some Tasso bits. Each bite, I tried a different combination of components. & each bite was a different, unique, exceptional flavor experience. Combining everything was the ultimate flavor/ texture symphony. Thank you John L. H. for the recommendation. & thank you Coquette for 1 of the most memorable dishes ever, which was, undoubtedly, the best catfish I will ever eat in my entire life. A dish that was part of a 3-course prix fixe for only $23. Absolutely absurd. Only in New Orleans.
(5)
Rae G.

Five star experience all the way! Wins: - Service was spot on from the hostess, to our server to the timing of the dishes being brought to the table. Our server was knowledgeable, friendly and helped guide us through the menu. - The food was amazing! - They serve a delicious spicy Bloody Mary for brunch - Great decor / build out Overall, I would say Coquette is a home run for brunch. It's great for a romantic date or a place to meet friends who want a truly memorable meal.
(5)
Michael J.

Diner last night was awesome. It came highly recommended from my taxi cab drover. She was spot on. Only thing missing was my wife, next time I will take her.
(5)
Helen L.

My husband and I ate dinner here on our date night. The service was good. We had reservations for 5:45 and most tables were empty until 6:30. I called for reservation and they said they were booked hum? They sat us in the second floor all the way in the back. (Or very front however you look at it...next to the window) wow and it was totally empty. Anyway, the food was delicious and the portions were small, afterall, it's French cuisine. The menu only listed the ingredients not the actual name of the food. Lol it reminded us of Chopped. The tv series and the combination of ingredients were alittle strange. We will return because the food was very good and hopefully we get to sit where all the cool people sit. Lol
(4)
Rebecca C.

Went here last night with a houseguest and I was pleased, although I found it overpriced. The service was great, in fact we showed up early for our reservation and they were not busy so we were able to get started early. We had two servers which was nice as having read previous reviews, we were concerned about the type of service we would receive. The charcuterie plate was spectacular but again, overpriced. Our guest had the duck and my husband and I both had the hanger steak. Again, a great meal, but I think overpriced for this area. Only giving 3 stars due to the lack of parking and cost
(3)
Oriana L.

I have to attend pretentious over-priced dinners at hotels and restaurants of celebrity chefs as part of my work on a regular basis. So when my boss said, you pick - I was on a hunt. To find something I liked. Something eclectic, with a great menu and excellent food. Not to mention a great atmosphere. So when I made 6 VP's take 2 taxis out of the French quarter for a dinner at coquette's I got some very sideways looks. We've never heard of it. How did you find it? What made you pick this place. Man were they nervous. And I got the gold star of the week after. Excellent dinner! Great service! The decor is just my style! And the locally sourced good made me oh so happy! Thank you for an excellent dinner and for letting me show 'my style' of eating out to the mucky mucks! I only give 4 stars because 1 or 2 menu items aren't available that night. Otherwise - excellent!
(4)
Denette T.

Not kidding... This was one of the best restaurant experiences of our lives! My husband and I had just arrived in town and had walked to Commanders Palace only to find that there was a dress-code. We hopped onto Yelp and found this place nearby and boy, are we glad we did! The food was AMAZING! Eric and Brett were working the bar and paired the most amazing cocktails with our food choices. We had never visited New Orleans before, and they immediately made us feel welcome. They gave us some pointers on some other good restaurants in the area to visit while on our vacation. If we are ever in NOLA again, Coquette will be a priority stop of ours!
(5)
Sara U.

We did the Valentine's tasting menu sans wine paring. Every course, EVERY COURSE, was great and beautifully, impeccably presented. Generally speaking, I think lamb is kind of disgusting, with gamy (right word?) taste, but the lamb served here was one of the most delicious things I've eaten lately. This is DEFINTELY a place to trust your server's recommendations! That is my usual tactic anyway, but here it really paid off because I would have never ordered lamb, turnip small plate, or beet sorbet on my own. As far as drinks go...my hubs and I are cocktail people so we stuck with that cocktail menu. Their drinks are expensive with many being $12-14 if I remember? But wow if you are a cocktail lover you will not regret those dollars spent. They can mix here! Yelp has this as a $$$ establishment but we spent as much or more here than we did at $$$$ places like Commanders or Mr. Johns because DRINKS. So keep that in mind. We definitely would have spent less if we would have done the $35/person wine paring but when you are indulging you gotta do whatcha wanna!
(5)
James S.

We have been stuck in a Clancy's rut for a while, and that is always great. But we have been wanting to try Coquette, and it was great. More than just delicious, I thought the menu was exciting and interesting. Had the duck, and it was perfect, with a large amount of flavorful vegetables. This is the best meal I have had in New Orleans this year!
(5)
Adriane M.

Wow! Great place to eat! They really know what they're doing with food! The flavors are mixed really well that give the food a great balance. What a great choice for New Orleans dining!!
(5)
Shellie-Ann A.

It was a fun experience dining here. The table we got had some glare from a streetlamp but they managed to adjust it so it didn't affect us that much. I appreciate short, well-thought out menu. The food was excellent, no complaints in that regard.
(3)
Camille P.

I had the oyster and bacon greens and fell in love. Coquette, you are truly amazing. Even though it's a little pricey, you enjoy the experience so much that it becomes therapeutic. The biggest challenge is not ordering the entire menu. Although they use great ingredients and some pretty fancy techniques, the flavors have a familiarity that is easy to embrace. You forget that you don't really know what foie gras is after you find yourself sneaking to lick the plate lol.
(5)
Victoria S.

5 Course Blind Tasting was worth every penny. Service was incredible.
(5)
Andy R.

I had a lovely dinner date at Coquette recently. I had eaten here once before a couple of years and it was fine, but not memorable. This time was awesome. Everything was delicious and perfectly executed. The meat board was amazing: giant portions, lots of interesting selections, and probably the best value on the menu. The drinks were great as well. I really can't wait to go back!
(5)
Matthew H.

This was the 2nd large format meal that I have done at Coquette and this one, just like the first, went off without a hitch and was absolutely spectacular. Had 11 guys in town for a bachelor party so I called Mike at Coquette and he was able to put some stuff together for us. I am going to do my best to recount all of the dishes we were served but there were a lot and the cocktails were flowing. If you haven't been to Coquette before, the space is beautiful, there really isn't a place that embodies NOLA charm more than Coquette. The service was on point, they were attentive but not overly so and also were a really good time to talk to and just BS for a minute or 2, really enjoyed everyone that we came into contact with while there. The first bite was some of their lomo from their charcuterie closet downstairs, absolutely amazing. The next dishes that came to the table were the oysters with fennel, the tuna crudo, the hot chicken, the roasted sweet potatoes, the vegetable salad, the smoked catfish dip, and the foie gras and ham terrine. I mean absolutely stunning, amazing, fantastic, what else do you want me to say? The hot chicken was probably my favorite here and the smoked catfish is amazing and one of the most interesting dishes that I have eaten, it has the consistency of hummus, absolutely amazing. The tuna crudo was great as well. From there they brought out the short ribs, the cochon de lait, a lot of frites, and a their dry-aged rib-eye. Again, everything was outstanding, the dry-aged ribeye was just spectacular, just jaw dropping, it had a hint of smoke to it almost like they cold smoked it before throwing it on the grill. The short ribs were fork tender and the fries were a perfect compliment to help just sop up all the jus that was left from the meats. It was definitely dinner time. For dessert they dropped them all, the strawberries and cream was my favorite but the carrot cake beignets were perfect as well. The chocolate tart and The Study in Caramel were also out of this world. We were all drinking many cocktails/wine throughout dinner but the standout was the Gnome's Cup which just made it into the 7 signature drinks to get in the LA Times. Every time I am in NOLA, which is fairly regularly, I try and make it here. We stopped by Sunday to say thank you to Mike since he wasn't around Friday (Hogs for a Cause) and we ended up getting the hot chicken and smoked catfish again and I also got the shrimp and grits which were amazing, the grits were just next level. Go, get there now but make a reservation, every time I am there it seems as though they get more and more busy.
(5)
Laura Lu M.

What a upscale casual gem of a find. I love the interior of this building with its exposed brick and chandeliers. The wait staff was friendly and quick. We dined on the fried chicken with spicy peach sauce, buttermilk ranch, pickled baby summer squash with cilantro, what a wonderful combination of flavors. However we wish that there was more spicy peach sauce to dredge your chicken through with every bite. It was the combination of all the flavors combined that made the dish. We also enjoyed the lamb with the summer vegetables mixed in a sauce with cilantro. We ended our dinner with a study in Caramel, it got an A+! It was a delicious sweet treat of a cookie and Caramel with dolce de leche.
(5)
Meredith V.

I arrived promptly for my lunch reservation at 11:30 and the staff was trying to get organized with many patrons arriving as soon as the doors opened. I was seated and had to wait a few minutes for them to finish printing the day's menu. My server was amiable and laid back. I had fully intended ordering from the three course Prix Fixe menu, but the choices for the day were very pork heavy so I opted for the burger instead. The burger was good but a bit on the salty side, nothing particularly special. The fries looked to be perfection but when picked up would break in half. They could have used some crisping up. Not blown away at this point, I considered skipping dessert but wanted to glance at the menu anyway. The frozen coconut immediately caught my eye as an intriguing option. It was beautifully presented vanilla ice cream topped with and surrounded by coconut foam, toasted coconut, basil, cucumber and sesame seed fans. This upped the level of my meal considerably, and all ingredients complimented each other delightfully.
(3)
Xavier W.

Firing on all cylinders - spectacular dining experience from start to finish!! Go here. (But not when I want to, there aren't that many tables.)
(5)
Gary H.

Great restaurant! We went there while visiting New Orleans for a conference. It is a taxi ride away from downtown (or very easy the trolley) but it's well worth it. It was recommended by a friend in Maryland and we are so glad we went. The place is classy, upscale, yet casual and easy going. You could wear a jacket or just a t-shirt I'm sure. There is outside seating when the weather permits. The Starbucks is directly across the street so it is in an "up and coming" area. The Wholefoods is also a 5 block walk from there. It wasn't too crowded at the time we arrived. It was a slow night but there was still a lot of energy in the restaurant. The drinks were fabulous and the food was delicious. The portions weren't huge but that is a good thing! :) This is a definite visit the next time you're in New Orleans. It has become even more popular since we were there.
(5)
Shawn T.

I think I'm in love! Brought visitors here for lunch and had one of the best meals we've all had in a long time! Service was great, the food was phenomenal and the wine paired just right... Had the shrimp and grits and it blew my mind. What a flavor extravaganza. Thank you, we will be back.
(5)
Daniel G.

Place was a little disappointing. Great service, nice vibe and good cocktails. The fried oysters were solid and the pork belly was pretty tasty for our apps. Duck was a very nice dish as well. But the snapper was too fishy. Overall most of the food was good, nothing wowed. But the fishy snapper was the main disappointment. Fun to walk around the garden district tho, nice area!
(3)
Peter J.

I rarely have a meal that breaks the bank but this one did it in style. Best brunch I have ever had and I have had a plenty! The bisque was superb!!!! A must see just like Jackson Square.
(5)
darrell h.

I had brunch for the first time this past Saturday after hearing rave reviews about this place but was really disappointed in the nearly all aspects of the experience. First of all it was ridiculously expensive with my bill totaling over $300 for 4 people and I left feeling kinda hungry and deeply unsatisfied both in the experience and the food. The choices for the brunch menu were not exciting and the portion sizes for the food we were served were quite small and terribly oridinary in flavor, design and presentation. Cost for three courses was $30 bucks a head and honestly it wasnt even worth it at that price. My one friend found the duck to be so fatty he pushed most of it to the side and the boiled egg that was served with it was ice cold out of the fridge and didn't seem like the right compliment to the dish. My server-I dont remeber his name but I was extremely turned off by the length of his beard while serving my food. Honestly it was ZZ top length and left me puzzled as to how he was allowed to have a beard at that length while dipping to run & serve food. The pacing of the meal was really ff as well. We arrived at Noon and didnt leave until after 230. The first course took 1/2 hour and then over hour later we were served our 2nd course and then 5 minutes after that course the 3rd arrived. It was embarrassing and unprofessional. I have to give this place one star for ordinarary and expensive food, poor timing and less than hygenic serving staff!!!
(1)
Brian R.

There aren't enough adjectives for perfect to describe the cuisine at Coquette. The menu changes daily so it would be a bit cruel to get your expectations up for things that are not on the menu. The chef uses fresh and as local as possible everything. My sweet fingerling potatoes were perfect with a little creamy homemade yogurt at the bottom of the bowl and a brush of a curry on the side of the bowl to mix in as you see fit. The fried oysters had a dab of a bacon jam that was amazing, and the spice on the leanest ribeye slices I've ever seen was a perfect blend with huge flavor and not too much heat. Service was exceptional and the atmosphere of a the brick and wood and hipster paintings all work. Nice deep bar too with mixologists who know their stuff. The desserts were equally amazing and even the bread brought to the table was house made and incredibly fresh. A secret sourdough recipe that's only mildly sour was just right.
(5)
Skip B.

The food is always interesting. Nice menu. It's amazing how much quality comes out of the kitchen. Very nice.
(5)
Miriam S.

As many other reviews say (from various websites), this place has some odd service. I had to flag down our waiters (they give you multiple) several times. I have no issue with distribution of the service among different servers, as many upscale restaurants do this quite well, but unfortunately Coquette, from what I've seen, just doesn't execute it well. Although to be fair the waiters were mostly quite nice. Also, as many other reviews have mentioned, they have a serious issue with their ceiling's AC vents leaking, and I, like many other people, suffered with drops from the ceiling falling into my food and drink. Otherwise, the food was really good, we had the three-course brunch and tried the house pickles (very highly recommended!). Everything was excellent... except for some reason I wasn't crazy about their gumbo. Likely won't be back, but the food genuinely is very good.
(4)
Amy S.

I'm in town on business and found Coquette with a quick google search of "Best New Orleans Restaurants". It seems they were on a local magazine's top ten list for 2014. This honor is well earned. I sat at the bar. Brett and Eric, the bartenders waited on me. The service was fantastic. I had lots of questions about the menu. They were both very accommodating and patient and provided spot on recommendations. There was not one misstep in service, food or drink. I started with a Gnome's Cup. Their take on a Pimm's Cup. Perfectly strong and flavorful. I had the catfish starter. It was a catfish purÃ©e with corn chips, fresh herbs, and a medley of delicious nuts and fruits (blood oranges and grape slices) everything complemented the catfish wonderfully. I followed with the snapper entree. This was an impeccably cooked piece of fish with a crust to die for. It was paired with potatoes and a sauce that I can't adequately describe. Apparently it was a coffee base but the coffee was not discernible, which is fine as it was wonderful, none the less. I finished with a chocolate tart and coffee. I'm not a big dessert eater but the tart was not overly sweet and sat on a beet sauce that played nicely with the chocolate. I strongly recommend Coquette to any foodie in New Orleans. My stomach is so happy right now!
(5)
Sean B.

Disappointing. There is so much hype about this place, that I came in expecting to love it, but was let down with every dish. While it is clearly excellent quality food and beautiful presentation, portions were too small and flavors didn't stand out as much as I was expecting. It was an entirely forgettable meal. Also annoying was that they sat us in the upstairs room despite their being downstairs tables available because (I believe) we were not local. It paled in comparison to places like Cochon, Peche and August.
(2)
Dirk S.

What a great place. We had the grilled oysters as starter. Shared the duck and steak as main course and ordered the caramel desert. Amazing food for a good price. And great wine. Would definitely go again and highly recommend it to others
(4)
J S.

Last night I had some absolutely amazing fried chicken with pimento cheese ravioli and collard green slaw. Not to mention the best non-traditional gumbo I've ever had: smoked pork gumbo topped with strips of crispy pig ear and a poached egg. I would go back any day. Well done guys. The reason for 4 not 5 stars is that my wife had a fried shrimp dish with a strange flavor profile that was a little unfortunate... somewhere between old scallions and extremely strong tarragon or something. Not great, but her fish with buttermilk was quite nice.
(4)
Matilde A.

Service is attentive and kind We went for brunch, reasonably priced, a bit on the high end, but they are high end. It has a good variety to choose from, their drinks are good, (I missed my good cherries in the Old Fashion, though. They served a variation that is very good but not Excellent) Every dish was perfect, my grits with shrimps were superb, i leaked the plate, and the pastrami sandwich was excellent too. And bread, their bread is awesome.... I am running out of adjectives.
(5)
Ann G.

The food was excellent - we had the five course tasting menu which is really more like eight courses. Really excellent speck to start off followed by a shared portion of their fried chicken (really delicious). The actual first course was a simple spring vegetable salad on a cashew cream base - lovely veggies cooked perfectly for the salad. That was followed by fingerling sweet potatoes lightly fried for an excellent crisp with a curried tomato sauce. The third course was a Mexican stew with lamb which fell a little flat for us - it didn't really go well with the rest of our meal and we felt the flavors didn't mix well together. The main course was a perfectly seared duck breast with celeriac. The "first dessert" was served on a big cube of ice - points for presentation - and was a light lemon sherbet with fennel. The dessert was beautifully made squash blossom beignets with a cream cheese "sauce". Service was excellent by almost all the staff. For some reason our waiter welcomed us, took our food order, and then never visited our table again. It was very strange. The other servers brought out the food, answered our questions, etc. A strange model that left us feeling both ignored by our waiter but also well taken care of by the staff.
(4)
Meg P.

Most recently went here for dinner, but I need to talk about my brunch experience first. The brunch here is that of legends. Coquette's menu is of the freshest ingredients so the menu changes daily. I was #blessed to be there the day they offered a crawfish eggs Benedict. While waiting for our entrees to come, I saw other brunch ladies receive this as their entree and I knew I made the right decision. When the dish was served in front of me, I was in love. One bite of the runny egg with the crawfish and incredible hollandaise was all I needed to fall head over heels in love. This was the prime example of out-ordering everyone, like in the world. Fortunately for the BF, we have a tradition of splitting and sharing our entrees so he was able to enjoy in the splendor too. Anyways, I had that meal in April and I am still talking about it, so yes, it was that good. For the most recent trip, it was a party of 5 for dinner. We were seated upstairs, which is a nice ambiance, but pretty loud. When we were ordering our entrees, the waitress was very pushy that we did not want to any appetizers before our entrees. She echoed "are you SURE you don't want anything before your entree" a few times. I understand that meals take a while to prepare when they are made fresh, but that's why you also give free delicious bread. Anyways, we acquiesced and ordered the meat plate. It is nice size to share and had good variety, but ultimately I could have gone without it. I ordered the softshell crab. It was very good and not to heavy from being fried. The pesto served with it was very tasty and paired well with the vegetables. We did decline dessert after dinner, although we were jokingly fearful the server would get angry at our decision to do so.
(4)
The Chef J.

Asked the chefs to feed me (had their tasting menu) everything was great from the start of the snacks all the way to the awesome desserts (yes 2 of them). Chef de Cuisine Caesar even came out to say hello and thank us for coming. Also a great place for a Saturday lunch.
(5)
Tiffany W.

I took a group of clients here and while the menu is limited the food was good. Nice wine list. Good location. We ordered the two apps and surprisingly loved the apple bbq appetizer more than the charcuterie plate. I didn't have a dessert but the person who did really enjoyed it. I had the duck which was phenomenal and everyone enjoyed their dinners. Wonderful casual atmosphere. Great for groups or just two!
(5)
Gregory R.

Ah, Coquette. The most special meal of our visit to NOLA. Warm, intimate, romantic, unpretentious and oh so delicious. Service was great. They were thoughtful enough to add a candle to my GF's dessert because my online reservation mentioned we were coming for her birthday. The menu requires some explaining if you're not a foodie but the server was more than familiar with each item and did a great job helping us decide between all the yummy options. My advice is save up and order from each category- sharings, small plates, entrees, dessert- because each is something fantastic to behold and to savor. If you have the time, stroll that area along Magazine St before or after dinner, it's very cool as well.
(5)
Elizabeth M.

Outstanding food, service, and atmosphere. Only issue is that the food isn't well described on the menu so ask for descriptions! I had the fried chicken which is but isn't fried chicken. Updated palate accompaniments for this bird! Ask for descriptions! Another example on the small plates was raw veggies. They were dynamic and yummy. Not plain by any means. Great place.
(5)
Russell W.

I decided that 2014 is the year of the setup and this place has a great one for happy hour - $7 burger, $4 fries, and $5-6 cocktails (punch, french 75, or sazerac). While I wasn't too impressed the punch, the sazerac, burger, and fries were tasty. My only complaint was the service - the bartender wasn't friendly and didn't seem to know much about the food. Maybe he was having a bad day and also amnesia? It sounds like my experience was abnormal so I will probably give it another shot.
(3)
Scott N.

Coquette is by far my favorite spot in the city. no place consistently delivers the fire like this place. they recognize the regulars AND appreciate us. it's damn amazing. hands down THE most on point spot for real food that i will recommend to everyone. the peaches/strawberries & cream dessert is ineffable (look it up).
(5)
James S.

Absolutely one of the best meals I've had in a long time. Flawless on every count. Every single thing we ordered was remarkable. Easily the best meal we had on our NOLA food tour. The charcuterie platter had some pate and meats that were mind blowing. And the chocolate and caramel "explorations" were among the best things I've ever tasted.
(5)
Christopher H.

I've been here several times, and I always find it to be just ok. The service is great, but the food is nothing special. The food is ok, but priced as if it is amazing.
(2)
Keith B.

Coquette, not Cool! Coquette is one of many, many cafes located in what appears to be an old store on Magazine Street. The wood and tile design is repeated in so many similar restaurants. We showed up about 10-15 minutes early for our 1:00pm reservation. We saw a couple of tables open inside and one outside with a couple of others that looked like they would open shortly. We asked if we could sit outside. We were told that the last table way near the back door was available now but we couldn't sit there until our 1:00pm reservation time. Really?! The table is open and we can't sit down? We were told it would throw off their pacing of tables. When a company is in the service industry, isn't it about service for the customer and not the convenience of the staff? If they had said "we can seat you but the server won't be able to take your order for 15 minutes", that would have been fine. So we went for a walk and came back at our reserved time. There were now 3 tables open outside. We asked a different hostess if we could have one of the tables closer to the front. We were told that we could only have the one in the back. "Why," I asked. The hostess told me that it had to do with pacing again and that she "could try to explain but I wouldn't understand." She didn't know that I had been in the restaurant business for years. And I know that you try to make the guest welcome and you try to fulfill their desires. Service, once we got seated, our server was very good. Most of the cocktails were nice. The four of us had two of their three-course lunches and an additional appetizer and salad and a stead-for-two. The fried chicken appetizer was fabulous and good to share. The small salad was nice, but way overpriced at $10. The gumbo was delicious and the cobia appetizer was quite nice. The duck roll and the shrimp & grits entrÃ©es were quite nice. The ribeye steak-for-2 was way overpriced at $40. It was just one normal-sized ribeye and was pleasant but nothing special. Desserts were small and nice. Overall, the food was good to great. Portions were, overall, small and not good value. Service was very good. Restaurant seating policy stinks. Would I return? Probably not. With so many excellent restaurants in New Orleans I wouldn't go back to a place like this.
(3)
Ralph P.

This was a memorable dinner - great friendly service, pleasant ambiance, fascinating creative mixtures of strange foods that brought tastes I'd never had before. We ordered 4 small plates which the staff divided into two portions for us, and served them in separate courses. We started with a Gnomes Cup - refreshing version of the Pims Cup. We ordered the heirloom tomatoes with the most amazing mix with pistachio, the rice bowl (my wife's favorite of the evening), the beef carpacio (super rich - melted in my mouth), and the fried chicken with watermelon hot sauce, peanuts and pickled shallot (my favorite of the evening). The chef makes use of pickled stuff in wonderful ways I'd have never thought of, and makes the dish outstanding. We finished with French press coffee and a chocolate malt. The whole time we had the entertainment of the street side action on Magazine Street and Washington Avenue. I'll be coming back.
(4)
Angie T.

How in the world do I review the best restaurant experience I've ever had? A love letter, I think. Because nothing else will do. Oh, Coquette. I saw you from afar so many times. I lusted over your amazing architecture. I wanted to touch you, feel you and experience you. One fateful day I got the chance. I was not disappointed. With you, I've had the very best and most personal customer service I've ever had. Your owner is kind, has a great sense of humor and so engaging. You are so beautiful. I'm a little jealous of the stunning bar and lovely tables in here. Beautiful isn't strong enough to describe you, really. Out of this world gorgeous is getting kind of close. The menu changes daily according to what you can get fresh and I love that about you. I had a lovely pickled watermelon and shrimp appetizer which I'm sure sounds strange but was so damn awesome. For my main course it was the red snapper and it was just delicious. Coquette, you have my undying love. I'll be back to see you soon and often.
(5)
Namaste G.

I had the highest hopes for this experience. The restaurant is in a beautiful location and has a very inviting curb appeal. I quickly learned looks are deceiving. I will begin with the highlight: I came in for brunch. The hostess and bus boys/girls are clearly on point. There was one gentlemen with locs who was so pleasant. I ordered the orange juice which was very good. Please beware if you get seated in waiter John's section (man with a beard). I pride myself on being a very calm relaxed person. I came in for a solo breakfast but quickly realized that I was not going to have the opportunity for a peaceful morning. John was rude, brought me a straw with bare hands and threw it on the table. When asked why he laughed in my face and dismissed me as a customer. No lie! He laughed at me and said "what hurt your feelings". How disgusting. He never checked on me and I had to ask to speak to his manager after his attitude. I truly believe I experienced discrimination in that moment. I also felt a unsafe in the environment after he attempted to cause a scene. By far the worst service I've ever had!!! In addition, I have to say my meal was average . Over seasoned and unnecessarily complex. Brunch was not the amazing New Orleans experience everyone should have. Save yourself from this place and just go to Commander's Palace (high end) or We Break Eggs (lower priced) up the street. My advice fire John or work with him extensively to up his customer service, he is a negative liability. There should be repercussions for such awful discriminatory behavior.
(1)
B W.

Terrible service and lousy food. We stopped in for a late lunch and the highlight of the meal was the bread. Other than that it took forever to get our food and when it arrived the burger was burned to a crisp.
(1)
Emma K.

If you are touring the Garden District, you should probably skip Commander's Palace (they won't let you in if you're wearing shorts despite 95 degree heat anyway) and come here. It was definitely one of my favorite meals in New Orleans. I believe their menu changes often, but the Fried Green Tomato Sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten. So yummy and delicious without being heavy as fried foods typically are. It came with a kale salad which was also so good. Lots of good drinks options - I tried a good local Wheat bear on draft. They have individual and table size French Press coffees and a delicious dessert menu. The interior is very cute and comfortable, and the service was flawless. Definitely give this place a try!
(5)
Beth N.

I give it two stars because the food was amazing but that was it for the good parts. I'm in agreement with everyone else who posted on this page that said the service was not good. I have to give the employees the benefit of the doubt though. They seemed profoundly unhappy, like they hate their jobs, also like they were a bit scared and that they just wanted us out of there. When I first showed up, I asked the bartender if I could save some seats at the bar and he was cool with it. He immediately brought me the drink ordered. Great drink, fast service. That time and that time only did I or any of my friends get fast service. The bartender disappeared for quite awhile after my other two friends got there and he never took my food order. Every time I tried to get his attention, he turned the other way. My friend politely got the manager's attention (pink checked shirt, glasses) and he came over. I asked him "Can I order some food?" His response: "Well this IS a restaurant." Me: "..." It was snotty. It was a snotty thing to say in a snotty tone of voice and that's where everything went downhill. Another friend showed up and stood at the end of the bar waiting for a stool to open up. The hostess told her she would have to move away from the table she was standing by. My friend said that she would before the table showed up. Before that friend sat down, she tried to order from the bartender and was told that he couldn't server her food while she was standing. Wha??? He said that it was management's policy, not his. She asked him if she could order while standing and THEN sit down, which he said was okay. Did we REALLY have to have that conversation??? That friend sat down. Another friend stood at the bar and was told AGAIN by the SAME HOSTESS to move. We were just flabbergasted at this point. We aren't stupid. We heard you the first time. We will move down. He will sit. Just. What?? It felt like the staff was: afraid of management and getting into trouble, rude, they hate their jobs, they didn't want us there, they didn't want to serve us, etc. They just didn't want us there. That's how it felt. With all the mid-to-upscale options in this city, even when the food is as good as it was a Coquette, it wasn't good enough to warrant another visit due to the straight up rude, bad service of the staff. BAD SERVICE. Just really bad. Cochon, Franklin, Peche, Borgne. I would rather spend my money at these places. Does the staff hate happy hour?? Do they just hate us? I felt like we were pleasant until we were subjected to shitty service. I came here a year ago for dinner and was blown away by everything, but after this, I don't want to spend my money here again. Hostess: Rude to ask two of us to move. TWICE. Bartender: Terrified, profoundly unhappy Food runners: Very pleasant, nice Manager: Hipster-rude. Sarcastic rude. Update: Three out of five of us had *ahem* stomach issues this morning. All three of us had the Happy Hour burger. So yeah. Really rude service and pure evil coming out of me this morning means that I won't be returning.
(1)
Gary B.

The duck was perfect, tender with a fantastic balsamic based sauce. Also had roasted chicken that was cooked to perfection with another great sauce, for appetizers we had hot chicken which I recommend and the sweet potatoes which were good but not as great as the rest of the meal. Service was prompt and efficient but not too much in your face. Too full to look at the dessert menu.
(5)
Shannon B.

Came here for lunch with my parents over Labor Day Weekend. Decided to all do the 3-course lunch special because, for $23, that's a steal! We were early for our reservation and it was raining horizontally outside, so, patrons were waiting it out and delaying their leave, in hopes of waiting for the rain to die down. As a result, there wasn't a table that was avaialable so we would have to wait a little for a table to free up. The restaurant handled all this very professionally and got us seated as quickly as possible. To drink, I had the NOLA Rebirth Beer. It was a perfect beer to drink on a rainy day in New Orleans. For the 1st course, all three of us opted for the pork and mustard green gumbo. Oh my goodness gracious.....you might as well just call this masterpiece, Bacon Soup. The broth was so flavorful and just had that salty goodness bacon taste. There was so much flavor in this soup, I wanted it in an IV. For the 2nd course, the 'rents ordered the Wild Catfish, while I opted for the Shrimp and Grits. I'm not a huge catfish fan, but, thought their catfish was rather tasty. It was lightly fried so you could still get the taste of the fish. The Shrimp and Grits that I had were very tasty indeed. They had a really nice spice to them and all the flavors were perfectly balanced. For the 3rd course, my dad opted for the Chocolate Pots du Creme (as he is a chocolate addict) and my mother and I opted for the Cornbread Funnel Cake with Blueberry Thyme Ice Cream. The pots du creme was good and had a nice mint flavor. I'm not a huge fan of funnel cakes, so, I ignored that aspect and went straight for the blueberry thyme ice cream. The thyme added a really lovely savory component to the dish which I enjoyed. Overall, dining at Coquette was a most pleasant experience. Should I find myself in the Garden District in NOLA in the future, I'll stop in for some more of that BACON SOUP!
(5)
Jason T.

This is my favorite restaurant in New Orleans, and frankly the restaurant that a lot of other restaurants are pretending to be. Incredibly inventive cuisine, great cocktails, and the service is impeccable. Their blind tasting menu is one of the best values I've ever encountered in the tasting menu format. Five courses but they usually find a way to sneak in an amouse bouche and an extra dessert. We've done the tasting menu three times now, and never been served the same dish twice. Usually when doing tasting menus there's usually at least one or two duds, but everything that comes out of this kitchen is creative, well thought out and well executed.
(5)
Eliza C.

I saw Matthew McConaughey here. It was really distracting, couldn't focus on my date. But the food and drink was excellent. Coquette never disappoints.
(5)
Bernard W.

Tables set very close together. But, New Orleans is not West Texas. The service was beyond my expectations. The waiter kept a professional aloofness and yet was very gracious in explaining menu items and making recommendations. My food was excellent. I would come again for the food and service. The decor was a classic high level kitsch which was perfect for the theme of the restaurant.
(5)
Sahar R.

Based on the reviews on Yelp, we were looking forward to our meal here greatly, and this is why it's hard not going with the majority of people on this one. Let's begin with the positive. I wish the bartender here a long and happy life, cause the drinks were amazing. The Sazerac was perfect. I had the Arawak which was quite possibly the best cocktail I have had in New Orleans. It was a combination of Rhum Barbancourt, byrrh, ginger syrup, lime and lime peel. Now for the not so positive. We reserved a 9:45pm seating on Open Table. At the time we had no idea this was timed near closing on weekend night. When we got in we were one of the few tables there and it was becoming clear by how our server Chloe was kind of pushing us to put in our drink and dinner order in at the same time, that the natives were getting restless. I get it, I've worked in the industry, and this was that hour where the staff wanted out, they start hanging out at the bar and talking loudly amongst themselves just waiting for the last table to get out. The thing is don't offer a 9:45 reservation, if you plan on treating the table differently than the others. When we first sat down, there was water dripping on our table from the A/C unit or ceiling. The server acknowledged this, said these things happen, and said she'd be by to wipe it down, but that didn't happen, so we physically moved the table ourselves to keep from dripping into the plates. My friend ordered a Market Vegetable Salad (citrus, cashew puree, olive praline) and we shared it as an appetizer. The bread they offered the table too was quite delicious. Unfortunately, we weren't quite done, and they took our plates away, saying they had other food coming. I started to feel annoyed because I wanted to finish what I had on my appetizer plate. They brought out our entrees, and my vegetarian friend who had put in a specific order with requested vegetables, ended up with the cooked version of the Market Vegetable salad again. Another friend was not quite satisfied with his Shaved Foie Gras (flavorless), and I did not say much cause I spent 30 minutes chewing on duck breast. Not chewing in enjoyment, just chewing to digest it. I am used to tender duck, not so much chewy rubber duck. The shrimp and grits dish however, I thought was one of the better offerings. When the staff came by to ask how we were, we were lucky that they could read our sad and vulnerable faces, and replaced two of the dishes. They offered us some fantastic birthday desserts, including a Milk Chocolate Mousse with salted caramel, peanut butter sorbet. The crust layer under the mousse tasted like Kit Kats! We also got a strawberry dessert that showcased a strawberry sorbet, now I know what they locals mean when they talk about the freshness and sweetness of Louisiana strawberries. I can understand the many high star reviews for Coquette, we may have been there on an off night, there were friendly servers in the group that served us that night, and I understand many reviews are for their excellent lunch three course menu, which I would likely come back for.
(3)
Rhett R.

Somebody make the chef put down the salt!! I had the duck and it was so incredibly salty it was ruined. We were table of 9 ladies and 5 of us complained amongst ourselves about the sodium content. 2 of us even felt that it left a strange film on the roof of our mouth. Seriously not worth the money. The establishment and ambience is lovely, but the food did not work for us, unfortunately. I was bummed.
(2)
Kaitlin M.

I came to Coquette on a date recently with a guy who, like me, is kind of a rube/country bumpkin/poor person. We immediately were sat in the empty upstairs dining room even though there were plenty of seats downstairs. I'm sure that there is a reason for this that is not that we looked like rubes but I definitely projected my own insecurities onto it, which were TOTALLY VALIDATED throughout the meal. Like I said, the upstairs was completely empty, except for the 8 or 9 people waiting on us. There were so many people! It was very confusing because they all looked the same (great looking young white people in really flattering black attire who glow because they probably drink a lot of juices who don't smile so they won't ever get lines on their faces) and everyone who came by stood in such a place that neither of us could really see them without totally turning around in our chairs, which was just awkward. I know that's very minor but I had no idea who to ask for anything and they were soooo unwelcoming and cold that I was certain that if they were not one of the 10 or 11 people that was waiting on us they would be insulted. Oh and the worst part is that we were having trouble deciding what to get, and instead of doing that thing where the server is helpful (do you like___? I can recommend ___), our waitress (one of at least 16 of them, I swear) actually just made fun of my date for taking too long. I'm a comedian-- I get jokes, and this wasn't really a joke, it was more just needlessly mean. It got so uncomfortable that by the entree I wanted to run out of there with the soft-shell crab I eventually ordered hanging out of my mouth with my arms flailing in exactly the same way as the crab's. The food was fine. I'd rather go somewhere where anyone at all is welcoming.
(2)
Nicole J.

One of the best meals i have ever had! And the atmosphere is fabulous with great service. I know the menu changes often, but the crab appetizer, the fried chicken and the hanger steak were incredible!
(5)
Giulia M.

Suggestion for the too young and unexperienced female server from Oregon... don't flirt w male customers and try to serve well even your female ones. Food was ok but would not go back or recommend due to poor service.
(1)
James W.

This place is great for a date or just meeting a friend. The food is excellent and the atmosphere has a refined eloquence. It is small and intimate.
(5)
Colin A.

Shouldn't have gone to Coquette because I live too close, and I'm broke. That was amazing. Best thing I had at Coquette? Probably the hanger steak or the fried chicken. Most interesting thing I had at Coquette: probably the smoked eggplant purÃ©e w/the steak or the pickled watermelon rind w/ the fried chicken. I thought Coquette's soft shell crab was good but nothing spectacular. I liked its accoutrements. Complimented well. Very summery. The fresh figs with cheddar salumi was a good contrast for the other plates we had and featured great contrast within the dish itself. We split just 1 dessert. Chocolate cremeaux with interesting ice cream w/ "Moroccan flavors". Also some delicious, salty chocolate crumbles Coquette is cool. I wish the small plates were just a couple dollars cheaper, so I could go there, sit at the bar for a drink and a bite. That said, the prices are fair. I certainly left feeling like it was worth it. I can't go there every week, but I will go back.
(5)
John L. H.

For my 1000th review I would like to write about a newly discovered place that I have fallen in love with. Here it goes: Amazing! Coquette is another restaurant that I would have never have tried were it not for Yelp. Besides offering a beautiful setting, fantastic food and great service, Coquette is an incredible value for lunch. They also use Open Table which makes getting a reservation very easy. The restaurant Coquette is located on the corner of Magazine and Washington. Parking is on the street, but it was easy to find a safe spot close by. The inside of the restaurant was beautiful. We were seated at a table close to the front which allowed a great view of Magazine Street. The tables were also not on top of one another which meant private conversations were no problem. The service Our server (Mandi) was very friendly and helpful. She offered suggestions and was very attentive. She truly enhanced our experience and I may request her in the future. The food I started with a salad of fresh greens, goat cheese, candied walnuts and dijon vinaigrette. The combination seemed slightly odd, but the sweetness of the walnuts paired perfectly with the somewhat tart goat cheese. My entree was skirt steak with kohlrabi and chimichurri. This was, without a doubt, the best skirt steak I have ever have. Cooked to a perfect medium rare, that steak is something I will dream about for a long time. Dessert was a chocolate tart with peanut butter ice cream. It was also very good, but I would have gladly foregone that course for more steak. The concept Coquette changes their menu daily based on what ingredients they can get the freshest. On the bottom of their menu they list the farms where they get their ingredients. I am a big fan of this concept and my meal was a testament to this concept. The cost $20 for these three courses. This is an amazing deal and I highly recommend you give Coquette a try.
(5)
Christine B.

I would say this is probably the best restaurant in New Orleans! Everything on the menu looked appetizing, however we ordered the catfish spread and the sweetpotato small plates.. Then the roasted chicken. Each dish was deliberately crafted with the most Intricate combinations of spices.. With so many flavors to savor with each bite. I definitely want to go back and visit each visit to New Orleans.
(5)
Harvey G.

I went here for a "no menu Tuesday" tasting menu and was not disappointed. Five courses and I opted for the wine pairing. First course was a blood pudding with sunflower seeds, popped sorghum, root beer and edible flowers paired with a sparking gruner veltliner (never had one of these before). I was hooked on this place immediately. Everything was wonderful and very reasonably priced for a tasting menu with pairings.
(5)
Jeffrey C.

Coquette 2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115 goo.gl/maps/qsa4C We had a fantastic lunch at Coquette today! The service was excellent and the food was amazing. Their menu apparently is done daily based on what is fresh from the market. Their menu is also divided into small plates, large plates and three course lunch. We all had the smoked pork gumbo and it was incredibly tasty. Not traditional gumbo but nonetheless delicious. I had the smoked catfish rice bowl with grilled kale and it was also delicious! Ill be going back to this place again! ! would also definitely recommend reservations even for lunch. Urban Cowgill
(4)
Emily L.

Unfortunately, after having several amazing experiences at Coquette, I had one that will cause me to never, ever return. After being repeatedly asked if the food would be completely gluten free on the tasting menu (I have Celiac), and being repeatedly reassured, I was served gluten in the second course. It wasn't until I had taken several bites that a server rushed up and said, "don't eat that!" I ended up spending my birthday night taking anti-inflammatory steroids and eating charcoal to lessen my immune response to gluten. Otherwise, a great place-- but ruined for me.
(2)
Paul N.

Had their fried chicken with watermelon. Enjoyed it very much. The ambiance downstairs is more desirable than upstairs. Service is excellent. Nice bar!
(4)
Eboni H.

Quite possibly the best meal that I've ever had. Every item that I tried was expertly prepared. Perfection. We started our meal with a shared appetizer-fried gulf oysters served with watermelon hot sauce, peanuts, and mint. Yes- Watermelon hot sauce! Amazing. A mild, spicy sauce with just a HINT of watermelon flavor. Unlike anything I've ever tasted. The oysters were so fresh and perfectly fried. My best friend ordered the duck. I tasted her meal and it was great! I ordered the Pork entree. Pork served two ways. Pork Belly and Pork loin. This was my first time trying pork belly and it was pretty darn tasty. Reminded me of my Grandmother's neckbones! The pork loin was tender and juicy--and that's not an easy thing to do! The service was amazing! Our waitress was so nice and helpful! Awesome experience. I will definitely return next time I'm in town!
(5)
Danica K.

Every dish I had was good. PLEASE try the sweetbread and the blood sausage.
(5)
Clarice O.

Coquette is a cute little bistro that we are glad to have stumbled upon while walking aimlessly around Magazine Street. We didn't know that we were craving for something else other than Creole food that day, but Coquette made us realize this and they more than happily delivered. We asked to be seated outside since it was a nice day. Our table was under the shade of a tree and made for great people watching. Our waitress was quite attentive and very knowledgeable of their menu. I elected ordering the $20 3-course lunch while my cousin ordered the bacon and oyster sandwich. For my appetizer, I chose the goat cheese-stuffed squash blossoms. It was delicious! The goat cheese perfectly complemented the delicate flavor of the squash blossoms. My entree was the cochon au lait and it was melt-in-your-mouth good. It did get a bit too much after a while, though, but I think that may be due to my body's need to have rice with every meal. For dessert, I had the chocolate cake with banana milkshake. It was blissful and perfectly portioned. How awesome is it that I fed well for a mere $20?? Very, of course! I have to say, though, that the bacon and oyster sandwich was a revelation. Two of my favorite things with every happy bite. I am so sorry I didn't have the presence of mind to try to convince my cousin to switch orders with me, but at least now I know what to get next time I visit Coquette. So if you are looking for a little break from Creole food, Coquette is a good choice. You can browse the wonderful shops of Magazine Street after your meal, too. Or go to Lafayette Cemetery after, which is what we ended up doing.
(4)
Chris F.

Excellent all the way around!! The whole family said it was the best meal they had while in New Orleans. The waiter and waitress went above and beyond. Extremely cookie wait staff. We will make it a habit to stop and eat anytime we are in NOLA.
(5)
FrÃ¤ulein B.

Terrible experience! After reading all the good reviewsI decided to have lunch here. Waitress was a walking attitude. When I asked her explaining the menu to me because if a view dish name that I had no idea what it was she looked at me like I was mental and barely gave me a n answer. Okay fine I thought let me google it and find out myself.. When my beer arrived in a wine glass (are you trying to be fancy? Use a real beer/pils glass!) the glass was half full like 8 oz max. $8? You must be kidding! I just got up and left.
(1)
Brian S.

Hadn't been to Coquette in 2+ years and forgotten how good it was. For appetizers split the boudin noir, crudo fish and fried oysters. All great! If we agreed the boudin was our favorite, I ranked the crudo second while my friend had the oysters at #2. I had the duck w/veggies. My friend had the pork. Both excellent. What distinguished all the food we had was the inventiveness of the seasonings. All sorts of complex yet complementary tastes going on for each dish. Service was superb. Server suggested a malbec to go with the duck without knowing it's my favorite red--perfect. We got there right after a parade about 5 minutes before the kitchen closed but we were treated marvelously with no sense of being rushed at all. I don't intend to let another 2 years go by before I return here :-)
(5)
Michael H.

We did the Sunday brunch at Coquette. I agree with the reviewer that suggested skipping Commander's Palace and coming here instead. You'll probably get a better meal at a lower price point, and you'll do it in more comfortable surroundings. You get the feeling that a lot of locals enjoy Coquette, and that's a good thing. Our brunch was spectacular. We both did the three course tasting menu, and whatever we had was delicious enough that it disappeared quickly. We also sat outside and really enjoyed the droopy trees and old architecture of the area ... kind of the perfect way to spend a lazy Sunday morning.
(4)
Joseph D.

Excellent restaurant in the Garden District. Very honest, beautiful space and truly a dining experience to remember.
(5)
Jenny P.

The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The only reason why I'm giving 4 stars is because the hostess was not very welcoming nor polite--the rest of the waitstaff was wonderful though, and it's a really cute little restaurant.
(4)
Peter B.

My wife and I traveled to NOLA in January and were lucky enough to have seen a review in Food & Wine magazine. This place is what everyone should expect from a top flight restaurant. First off,the service was outstanding. Second, the flavors were meticulously put together for every dish. Whether the small plate or the entree, it all showed great care. I had a dish that featured cured pork and my only disappointment came when it was all gone.
(5)
Darrin L.

Incredible meal! I went for the blind tasting with the wine pairing and they knocked it out of the park.
(5)
Beach G.

Amazing. Make reservations even for lunch. Leisure lunch not rushed. Flavored and food you won't see or eat anywhere else in Nola professional , local, not stuffy wait staff. Chef cures and smokes his own meat. You will be lucky to dine here! Highly recommend from a tourist foodie. Update 2 months later we are still talking about this restaurant, food, decor and service!!
(5)
Carolyn G.

BEST FOOD EVER! It's pretty, it's delicious & served by a friendly staff! I've been here multiple times and have yet to be disappointed!
(5)
Roger B.

Each year we look forward to the NOWFE Vintner Dinners. This year we decided we would do the pairing of Coquette and Jordan Winery. We had heard of Coquette's reputation as a restaurant and knew what we were getting from Jordan. They started off with a specialty cocktail for the guests as each group arrived for the seating. I don't know what is was other than it was a little sweet for my taste. However, it kept the buzz going in the room. I did get to meet and talk with Greg Miller, Jordan's Director of Wines. We were finally seated (actually at the advertised time) and dinner started with a summer squash salad paired with the 2011 Chardonnay. Each of the small plates that followed was paired with different vintages of the Jordan cab, some in big bottle format and others from the tradition 750 ml bottles. We tasted the 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, and 2008 vintages. I was able to compare several vintages against each other without the influence of the food. The remainder of the dinner continued with shaved fois gras matched with thin sliced country ham and bitter chocolate. I'm not a big fois gras fan, but this was quite acceptable, enough to have a taste without being overwhelming. That was followed by roasted monkfish with a buttermilk sauce. The main dish was lamb with roasted eggplant. For this plate we were served both the 2002 and 2008 cabs. Dessert was chocolate pudding with ice cream and andouille caramel. The whole meal was enhanced by the really good service and attentive staff.
(4)
Ruby S.

I don't get it. I was so looking forward to trying this place during my trip to nola, but left dissapointed. My husband and I shared the crab plate for an app. Good. Nothing to remember. I got the tilefish for my main. It was $30 and tasted like a stick of butter. So bland it was screaming for salt. I'm giving this place 3 stars because the service was amazing. Maybe we just picked a bad day to come in.
(3)
Ellen K.

I have eaten here three times. Lunch on a Saturday was divine. Dinner was the second best meal I ever recall having (I've lived in Paris, NYC and New Orleans). Sunday brunch was good, but very limited menu. I highly recommend going for dinner. It's a small, charming restaurant. Great atmosphere and service.
(5)
Cyn B.

Had to chew on this one for a while. Downside to that is I've forgotten some of what we had. Because they change their menu according to what's fresh I can't go back for a refresher. We shared the grain dish which was either Fonio or Kamut maybe. It had a divine broth in the bottom of the bowl. I had the sweetbreads. Now they were good, but Clancy's are still my all-time fave. I think it's whatever they are dredged in that makes the diff. He had the pork. It was well seasoned and almost melted in your mouth. We shared the butterscotch pudding. The peanut butter foam I could have eaten all night. *le sigh* There was at least one other dish which we shared. I want to say watermelon soup...??? Whatever it was it was I do remember it being outstanding. The cocktails were ok. We sat at the bar because it was a spur-of-the-moment decision. The bartender was not friendly at all. She spoke too softly. We had to keep leaning over the bar to make out what she was saying. She made no attempt to correct herself which means she couldn't care less about us or her job for that matter. Will I go back? To try their brunch/lunch/happy hour yes. Dinner? Prolly not any time soon. If that same bartender is there I will NOT sit at the bar. I'd rather leave. Still can't believe this place many, many moons ago was a car parts store. Dusty... dirty... change is definitely good no matter how long ago it was.
(3)
Anita D.

Great decor and service, but what stands out is the quality of the cooking from the kitchen staff. This chef knows exactly what he's doing and every dish is perfectly flavor balanced. This is one of those rare gems where every item on the menu is a #1 hit. My favorite was the Arugula salad. It was very lightly dressed in a lemon and bottarga** dressing that made me want to sneak a bottle of it out of the kitchen. When the cop tries to hand-cuff me, I'll just give him a spoonful of Arugula dressing and he'll let me go on my merry way. Great wine list and proper Bloody Marys. If your drink doesn't have flavor chunks sitting at the bottom of it, then it's not a Bloody Mary, it's a Vodka Tomato that you can get from United Airlines. Do save room for dessert - there is a pastry chef in da hous! **A grated, dried caviar made from mullet roe.
(4)
Tasha A.

Best 3 course lunch i had in NO. Every course was delicious, a perfect portion size. I was full after the second course but it was so good i finished the dessert as well. *best bignets I had in new Orleans* i wanted to go back again and should have rather than going to Augusts. It was overall and all around a better much better meal for the same price, the service was better and the atmosphere I'd have to say was more friendly and more European.
(5)
Robert T.

I thought our server John was outstanding. The food was terrific and the pace of the dinner was excellent. This should be a definite stop for any visitor to NOLA.
(5)
Alexis C.

I went to dinner at Coquette on a Thursday night and the food was very good. The flavors are wonderful. Two of us had the drum, which was amazing and another had the softshell crab, which was also devine. The fresh salad appetizer is soooo good. The restaurant has a great ambiance and is not insanely expensive. The only negatives are that the portions are very small and drink orders took a very long time.
(4)
Tiffany L.

Check out the $20 three course meal for lunch! Everything was good quality and delicious. Ambiance is nice and decor is upscale. Might be a little pricey for the regular menu, but the fixed price $20 lunch couldn't be beat.
(5)
Ashley M.

Coquette has been a special spot for my husband and I: - We celebrated our first Hallmark Valentine's Day dinner there - as we scouted it for a potential venue for our wedding reception. - He hosted a surprise 30th Birthday Brunch there for me with my closest friends - We held our wedding reception there this April. In every way, Coquette has been a wonderful part of our New Orleans memories. We loved the beautiful rustic meets glamorous atmosphere of the exposed brick, bright chandeliers, and dark hard woods. On Valentine's day, we were treated to special dessert amuse bouches - peanut butter and jelly gels. The staff handled a busy day with grace and ease - and it was what caught our eye. On my birthday, the manager plied me with chartreuse shots, and took great care of my friends. The wait staff was amazing as I played musical chairs to catch up with all of our friends. For our wedding reception, we wanted a space that would give our out-of-state family a taste of wonderful New Orleans foods, and Coquette provided that. Gumbo? They did it. Shrimp and Grits? It was beloved. Fried Oysters and Mimosas? Everyone had full bellies. Throughout the planning process, Tiffany was a gem. I never felt that we weren't in good hands. She was always prompt to respond, helpful with suggestions and ideas, and helped us plan the reception that we wanted. The staff was wonderful and helpful about setting up the space so we wouldn't have to, and the wonderful pastry chef made us old-fashioned doughnut holes, knowing how much I loved their classic doughnut! The wait staff was wonderful at making sure my fiance and I had warm food and hors d'ouevres at our table, that everyone was served quickly and efficiently given the party size. Thank you, Coquette, for being such a special part of our lives!
(5)
Kenny K.

had Sunday brunch here today. we came in soaking wet after getting caught in downpour on the walk. The hostess expressed some sympathy and offered us a couple towels which was much appreciated. Our server was very pleasant and knowledgeable about all of their offerings. The cocktails were creative and refreshing. We ordered the eggs Benedict and the pork cheeks. The eggs were absolutely perfect and the hashbrowns harboured the perfect amount of spice. the pork cheeks were bursting with flavor and the grits were excellent. This place was upscale but not pretentious. The prices were steep, but the food was nothing short perfect. Some websites say the dress code is casual here, but you'd feel out of place in T-shirt and jeans.
(5)
Blair W.

If there was a word that meant "better than amazing" I would use it. The shrimp and grits are worth going to New Orleans for alone. There was no way I was trying this combination because it did not sound like something I would enjoy but it was fabulous. The staff was AMAZING and a lot of fun. We were there for a private party and we had such a great time. I would recommend this place to ANYONE visiting New Orleans.
(5)
Katrina L.

This place completely stole this little foodie's heart!!! It seriously doesn't get any better than this. I was lucky enough to dine here with my beloved for my surprise birthday dinner during my trip to NOLA, and let me tell you, she totally won huge brownie points for taking me to this amazing place. My girlfriend and I are always pretty adventurous with food, so we opted for the tasting menu with wine pairings. There is something so exciting about not knowing what you are going to be fed, and after 5 courses (and then some) of extraordinarily exquisite courses and glasses of wine, I left tipsy, happy and even more in love with the art of food. (yes, I went there) In addition to the 5 surprise courses (all of which are crazy-good, and could also be mistaken for modern art) the chef also sent additional goodies throughout the culinary adventure. I am completely serious when I say this was the best meal of my life. The decor is quaint and rustic while the wait staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. They certainly played up the birthday factor and were always very attentive without ever being overbearing. And they swiftly accommodated my girlfriend's request to print out the tasting menu on a nice little card stock so we could remember every detail of our experience. So perfect. I can't wait to see the numerous James Beard awards this chef will receive in the future and i cannot wait to go back. Bottom Line: Close your eyes and get anything your finger lands on the menu. Anything. It will be amazing.
(5)
Justin L.

I am a former New Orleans resident who returned to the city with my wife to experience the amazing culinary offerings. We had reservations for a Saturday night at Coquette, and we were very impressed with the experience as a whole. The food was very creative, the service was exemplary, and the ambiance was impressive. Some standout dishes were the Buffalo Apples (like the wonderfully mutant offspring of a Waldorf salad and a buffalo-wings-and-blue-cheese dip dish), an amazingly-rich and smoky pork gumbo (perhaps the best I've ever had), and the "fried chicken" (chunks of perfectly-breaded and fried chicken served on tender ravioli). In summary, Coquette still has the feel of a new place with something to prove (in a good way), despite being a six-year veteran of the tough New Orleans restaurant scene. We had high expectations and were still very impressed, particularly with the high value, the knowledgeable and attentive service, and with the creativity of the dishes.
(5)
Missy M.

I had wanted to eat here for some time, the atmosphere and decor of the restaurant is so perfect. We had a bit of an issue with our salad, we're vegetarians and had asked for the fried pig's ears to be left off and they were still on when we got them, but our waiter was great. Very apologetic, manager came over as well and said the chef would prepare something special for our entree and wouldn't charge us for the salad, gave us a free dessert also. Felt very well taken care of, and the food was very good.
(4)
Asuka N.

Although we weren't sure if we wanted to make the trek from downtown to Coquette for lunch, it was definitely well worth it. It's also worth showing up closer to when they open; by the time we had finished brunch just before noon, it was quite a bit more crowded than when we had first showed up. Like Commander's Palace the evening before, the layout of the restaurant is evocative of a mansion that was converted into use for a restaurant, with a ground level with high ceilings and an upstairs you get to via staircase, with exposed brick and paintings of the local area giving it a very homey feel. Our waiters were helpful in giving advice on menu items, and the food came out quickly as well. For brunch, we decided to get one of the large plates and split a 3-course brunch (which, at $25 for 3 courses, is a great value). I'd also start by highlighting that you should definitely try their freshly-baked bread in-house. It's probably the best bread I've had at any meal, with the warmth and chewiness in slices that look like sourdough but taste full of rich, bready goodness. The potato leek soup is a nice way to start the 3-course brunch; it's not too heavy, and the chives and bacon add a nice dash of flavor to what is an appropriately seasonal soup. I ended up trying the meille feuille (which I thought would come out as dessert, but was served as an appetizer - bit of a strange order), which was quite good in its own. The crispy layers of crepes (as opposed to the soft kind you might find in the Japanese-style version) added a nice contrasting texture to the chocolate mousse, as well as being a bit more rich in flavor due to the caramelizing of the crepe layers. I stuck with eating my large plate as the entree, and wow - the braised pork cheeks on biscuits was absolutely delicious. I enjoy almost any kind of slow-cooked meats, but the cheeks seem to have a bit of a 'tougher' flavor, even though it is slow-cooked - definitely a very hearty, meaty dish that works really well with your standard buttermilk biscuits. Served up with a touch of hollandaise sauce, this was a perfectly-done, if slightly larger than expected, brunch dish. For dessert, we had the fried banana bread pudding with Nutella. It's not straight banana bread, as the slices of bread were pudding-like in texture once you took a bite through the fried skin. But paired with the Nutella (which is homemade, not the kind you get off the shelf - so you had little chunks of real hazelnut in every bite), it was a deliciously sweet way to finish off the meal. I'd love to come back and try brunch here again, or come back and try out dinner - the experience here was delicious, and the waiters here are really friendly and have a bit of personality,which is always a nice feature of a restaurant. Definitely a place I'd want to visit if I was back in town!
(5)
Neal C.

Great food, great service, criminal prices. Unfortunately this is par for the course in New Orleans.
(4)
Martha Z.

I'm not sure if its completely 5 star worthy but we had the best time here. The small plates were delicious, the sancerre was so tasty....great place to spend a rainy afternoon at the bar!
(5)
John L.

3 course lunch is a must here. I know this would sound like a #firstworldproblems thing to say, but it's pretty much a steal for the price. I will say, I was sitting there for a good half hour deciding which 3 courses I wanted for lunch, now that's #firstworld problems Sips Sazerac - Ah, a New Orleans drink... With a Sazerac brand rye, Pernod Absinthe, Herbsaint, and Peychaud Bitters, this was strong, but extremely clean. Amazing bartender working there. Eats Ham and Pinkeye Pea Stew (mustard green pistou) - This stew was packed with flavor, It was mighty tasty, but I may not be accustomed to New Orleans seasoning as I found it a little on the salty side in general, but I devoured it. Louisiana Crab Meat (heirloom rice, vadouvan, brown butter) - Pure heaven. Crab was so succulent and oozing with loads of flavor. Brown butter made the crab burst with flavor as well. I could eat this all day every day. Best crab experience ever. Shrimp and Grits (LA hot sauce, sweet corn, anson mill's grits) - Popped my grits cherry with this plate. LA hot sauce wasn't overwhelming. After my NOLA trip, this was a pleasant way to devour grits that weren't dripping in butter. A very solid dish, shrimp was large and well prepared. In retrospect, the fried chicken from such a fancy restaurant would have been rather interesting. Sweets Pavlova (roasted mission fig, balsamic) - This is a meringue-based dessert. It was like a very upscale over-sized marshmallow/meringue stepchild. A bit too sweet for me, but very unique, and very good.
(5)
Laura A.

Loved this restaurant. Mike Stolzfus is an amazing chef/owner- appreciated how personable and attentive he was to our order and needs. We found his staff most attentive and of the utmost knowledge of dishes. We highly recommend this restaurant for their stellar play on taste and texture.
(5)
Allison K.

I've been here several times... once to drink wine with the hubs, once to drink wine with my girls, and once to eat dinner alone. I didn't think much of this place other than it was a nice place to get a nice glass of wine... until I ate there. Wowza. The food is truly excellent. I thought I'd get an app... then I got an entree... then I ended up getting dessert. It just kept getting better and better. I left sauced, full and ready to come back for date-night.
(5)
Max P.

Food was a little salty but I'd still give it 5 stars. Best bread in Nola. I had duck which was amazingly tender. The bartender did an excellent job with my favorite drink, whiskey sour w/ egg whites. The only complaint is the service was underwhelming. They lacked the attentiveness that should accompany such great food.
(4)
Krista S.

Exceptional service and food! Very friendly, knowledgeable staff. The food is fresh and delicious.
(5)
Ayden S.

Coquette came highly recommended by friends and Yelp, so perhaps I made bad ordering choices, but I was underwhelmed by the food. I had a cocktail described as "bourbon, walnut syrup, bitters". I didn't taste any walnut, just sweetness- too much sweetness, including some stuck on the side of the glass that kept getting on my hand. I wanted a light dinner after days of huge NOLA meals so I ordered two appetizers. Let's just say that the hot bread and butter were the best thing I ate- I never finish the bread because I don't want to ruin my appetite, but I polished it off because it was delicious, unlike the rest of what I ordered. First I had fried gulf shrimp with chili jam and horseradish. The gulf shrimp themselves were delicious (can't go wrong with those) but once I tasted the dish I found myself trying to remember what the other ingredients were supposed to be. When I hear chili jam, I expect hot and sweet. Instead I got sweet and sour, with almost no heat. The horseradish also failed to deliver heat- it tasted like nothing at all. Since nothing else had much flavor, a tangle of green onions overwhelmed the dish. Next I had a steak tartare with mustard, broccoli, miso, and maybe a few other listed ingredients? Sounded like a strange combination, but having heard such amazing things about this restaurant, I figured it would be surprising in a good way. What I got seemed like amateur night-- were the dishwashing staff invited to write tonight's menu? Nothing worked together, and the dish was off-puttingly sweet thanks to a combination of sweet broccoli, somewhat sweet grainy mustard, and overly sweet pickled chilies. An earthy, somewhat grainy sauce may have been the promised miso, but tasted more like Jerusalem artichoke. I declined dessert because I didn't want to spend more money on mediocre food. The service was prompt and efficient, if not inspired.
(2)
Gillian H.

We did brunch as a larger group; staff was friendly, attentive, and had our table ready on time. We had children with us and it didn't appear to be an issue. Dress code actual was all over the place. The chef made grilled cheese for the children .. It was divine! They brought their meals out early, which we appreciated. Most of us did the $25 three course selection. The choices were excellent and nicely sized. I'd say that three course menu is a bargain for $25 and we would happily do it again.
(4)
Pamela T.

Finally ate here tonight and the food was beyond delicious. The drinks were tasty too (except the Zombie which was a bit pungent). I have to echo earlier folks though with less than happy experiences with the staff. The food runners were friendly, helpful and happy but the waitstaff and host just seemed to not want us there. They were cordial but in a way that hides snobbery. We are local but haven't eaten here before and with all the other options around town I will not be hurrying back.
(3)
Vincent B.

Dinner. Spot on. Warm bread so good it broke my wife's gluten free diet. My wahoo app was so good, drenched in lime sauce. Local vegetable salad. Dessert was bomb: three kinds of "chocolate mousse" includes stout ice cream. Creative but simple dishes made with good ingredients. Best we had in NOLA.
(5)
Marielle S.

I walked into Coquette, and having made a reservation ahead of time (something that seems to be a luxury in NOLA these days), I was seated immediately by the door. I was taken in by the cozy decor and I definitely felt as if I was in "old" New Orleans. The dining room has a very classic and elegant feel and I felt right at home immediately. My server was Alex, and since I had never been here before, I hung on his every word as he described everything. The first thing I asked for was a red wine recommendation. He suggested the Malbec, which I settled on. I am no wine expert, so I was happy for the guidance. I was impressed that he actually suggested the least expensive wine. I've noticed at other places they push you in the direction of the steeper priced glasses, but it was nice to see that he was concerned with me actually liking the wine, rather than driving up the bill. The wine was perfect and wasn't too acidic. I know very little about wine, so this was a perfect choice for someone like me. When it was time to order, Alex was on top of it. Once again, I asked for his suggestions. For the small plate (appetizer) he mentioned how much he liked the fried oysters. He then went into detail about how this dish and others on the small plate list were prepared. For the main entree', Alex suggested I try the fish (I can't remember exactly what type and now I'm kicking myself) and a few other things on the menu. Once again, he wasn't quick to suggest the highest priced dishes on the menu and he went into great detail about how the food was prepared. It was amazing. He didn't stumble once. This man must have a mind like a steel trap! I ultimately decided on the fried oysters and the fish. The oysters were amazing. They were very lightly fried and extremely juicy and delicious. I could tell that they were fresh, and I liked that I could taste more oyster than batter. The fish was grilled to perfection. It had a thin crust on the outside of it that protected the tender meat inside. Everything was eaten. There were no leftovers. It was incredibly good. When it came time for dessert, I once again deferred to Alex, who had not yet lead me wrong, and he suggested the strawberries and cream. This light dessert consisted of a candy like shell of strawberry with delicious cream inside. It was topped with a whipped strawberry sorbet that was light and airy. It was the perfect ending to a perfect meal. I liked that it wasn't too heavy and I didn't feel overly full when I had finished my dinner. I can't wait to return to Coquette. My food and experience were both amazing. If Alex is working on the night you go, be sure to sit in his section and he will take good care of you. I am not usually one to fawn over a waiter, but Alex single handedly ensured that I will return here, dine at Coquette again and recommend it to friends.
(5)
Marc S.

Had the tasting menu with wine pairing. All courses were excellently prepared and had great innovation and interest. Staff was friendly and service was very prompt with just the right time between courses - no long waits. Multiple courses had our group thinking or ordering "one more round" - it was just that good. A definite must the next time I'm back in town.
(5)
Noah L.

Easily my favorite restaurant in the city. I've been here 5-6 times with various groups of people and everyone always leaves impressed and satisfied. The food is always delicious and interesting without being pretentious. Best of all the menu changes frequently, so there's always something new to try.
(5)
Ashley G.

I cannot say enough good things about our experience at Coquette. From the minute we walked into the door and the hostess told our group of 4 women how nice we looked, every staff member was friendly, helpful and informative. We did the 5-course chef's choice tasting, and 3 of us did the wine pairing with it. I was particularly excited, because as a vegetarian, I don't often get to do those kinds of experiences. The 5 courses (plus two snacks, a palette cleanser, and bread) were adventurous, balanced, seasonal, perfectly portioned, and delicious. Each course was always described, as was the wine pairing, and when we asked at the end of the meal, we were given a notecard with the names of each wine we'd had. When two of our party was waiting for the rest outside, the maitre'd came out to see how our experience was, and gave us some nearby recommendations. Amazing experience!
(5)
Matt C.

This is called a Yelp Review Update Number 3... SPECTACULAR. The service is impeccable. We actually got friendly with / developed a rather nice relationship with our servers (plural servers..). They were extremely personable and provided excellent, sound recommendations... They were the type of people that you would be friends with if you weren't there eating dinner... Nice, down to earth people.. Quality of food and craft cocktails - TOP NOTCH. My favorite restaurant in New Orleans.
(5)
David L.

Given the number of positive reviews, this restaurant was a huge disappointment. On the positive side, the dining room is attractive, the cocktails are imaginative and the desserts imaginative and quite good. These bright spots, however, were not enough to counterbalance the generally mediocre food on the limited menu: the pork dish tasted like an average choucroute garni, the bass arrived cold after a long wait for service and the hanger steak was undistinguished in an awful smear of red (beets?). Even the blah food might have been forgivable if the service hadn't been downright horrible and amateurish: an inattentive and indifferent wait staff, a waitress who dripped red wine each time she poured and an hour-long wait for our entrees. There are so many superior restaurants in New Orleans--don't waste your time and money at Coquette.
(1)
Brandon A.

Came here for lunch on my wife's 30th birthday. I made the reservation through Open Table and simply put in the notes it was my wife's b-day not expecting anything fancy. Well our server greeted us with 2 complimentary glasses of champagne to start with and wished my wife a happy bday. Overall this was a great experience, Even for lunch they have great options, I ended up getting the Duck Breast which was cooked to perfection. Also they have a tremendous cocktail selection for those looking for a bit more than the usual Jack and Coke. and they have a pretty expansive, but moderately priced wine menu. All in all this was a great experience and I love the fact that they are outside of your normal hot spots (French Quarter, Garden District, etc). They are uptown on Magazine, but this side of Uptown is much less touristy and crowded at least in my opinion.
(5)
Jackie S.

We had to come to Coquette to try the $20 3-course prix fixe lunch menu. We came here on a rainy Saturday, and the delicious food made the day better. Our waiter was extremely nice and took care of our table. Great service throughout the lunch. For the prix fixe menu, we had our choice of appetizer, main entrÃ©e, and dessert. My hubby and I ordered various dishes so we could try everything. Appetizers: Fried oysters - Good batter and juicy oysters! Greens salad with pecans and goat cheese - WOW! This was a delicious salad. The goat cheese was extremely creamy and my hubby said that it was the best goat cheese that he's had. Yummy pecans too. Main EntrÃ©es: Shrimp and grits - Delicious flavor, and you could tell that bacon was used to enhance the flavor of the grits. Large shrimps which was a little salty. Black drum with vegetable - Loved the variety of veggies, and the fish was cooked perfectly. Fish was a little salty though. Desserts: Chocolate cake with banana shake - Good shake. Chocolate cake wasn't bad but the sweet potato tart was better. Sweet potato tart - AWESOMEEEEE! The cream had liquor in it. So so delicious with the caramel sauce. Our waiter was right stating that this was the best dessert of out the two choices. I'm still dreaming about this dessert. Delicious food for a great price. I'll visit Coquette again.
(5)
Darren P.

This place is simply amazing. The watermelon fried chicken is to die for... Literally the best fried chicken I've had in my life. Perfect location outside the typical french quarter busy areas. We got a drink at the rum house before showing up for lunch. Would suggest getting an open table reservation before showing up ... Coquette fills up pretty easily. One of the best dining experiences you can have!
(5)
Natalie N.

The most amazing experience...we had a small wedding with our wedding dinner to follow in coquette's charming private room. The food was absolutely delicious (we are a tough crowd to impress) and service was equally amazing. We appreciate how tough a crowd of 40 can be to serve but they did it seamlessly.
(5)
Lila And Tyler H.

We came here for a birthday celebration. Cute place! We love the decor and service. Their shrimp and grits are really good. We told our server that we were going to share and she offered to split them at additional $5. Good deal! We ordered their sweetbread and vegetable medley salad since other yelpers were recommending the salad. We were not that impressed. We did see cheese plate ordered by other patrons at the bar and it looks good. We wish we would of ordered them instead. We also ordered their old fashioned donut. It was good, a bit dry and nothing to write home about. So overall, Coquette was ok. Service was excellent! Food is so so.
(3)
Mara G.

only been here once due to prices $$$, but it was an amazing experience! the waiter was so gracious even though my boyfriend and i, as per our usual form, got a bunch of small things and shared. even if the bill is small, the tips be big! anyway, our waiter was so awesome, wish i remembered his name. he gave us both complimentary shots of whiskey and dessert, fo free! so, service was spectacular and you must get the fried kale...holy heavenly explosion in your mouth!
(4)
Marcy S.

I ate lunch at Coquette on recommendation from a friend who lives nearby. The interior is small in a great way with an old fashioned bar. The service was good...not too much nor did I ever need anything I didn't have. I had the chicken fried sweetbreads to start and loved them from first sight. The presentation was great and the two sauces, a hot wing sauce & cool green sauce, worked well with the delicate sweetbreads. My entree was possibly the most flavorful duck breast I've ever eaten, which in my case says a lot. The skin was cooked perfectly and seasoned to taste hearty & meaty. The meat itself was a beautiful medium. The greens were even memorable and I normally am not a greens person. I can't say enough good things about my meal!
(4)
Wayne C.

Come on - this place is awesome! I can't for the life of me figure out how anyone could possibly rate Coquette as anything less than 5 stars! Really . . . this place rocks. Coquette is one of the best kept secrets in all of New Orleans. Located uptown a bit off of the tourist mainstays, Coquette represents a new generation of New Orleans restaurants - a place willing to push the envelope of flavor and culinary design. From the amazing lamb heart appetizer to the pork chop "as big as a tennis racquet" - Coquette does not disappoint. You have got to order the vegetable salad - it is delightful (how often do you get to use the word delightful to describe a food?). I happen to go with a very good friend who is well connected in the NOLA food and wine community. We were treated like royalty and had the sous chef come out for every course to introduce the dishes. It was marvelous; not to mention a real treat. I am from the foodie capital of the west-coast (Portland) and I can honestly say that Coquette was one of the best meals I have had in a really long time. They do things with squash and sweetbreads that should be illegal. I will definitely be dining at Coquette every time I am in the Big Easy. A fantastic job!
(5)
Karolyn H.

One of my best meals in N.O. They made a tomato/ vegetable sandwich that was amazing!! They took something so simple and made an extraordinary dish.
(5)
Mike B.

What a great find. We stumbled into this area of town and ate here for lunch. Everything was excellent. Very hand crafted dishes. Not what we were expecting. My wife had the shrimp and grits and was talking about it for days. The bartender made drinks like an artist. Very impressed.
(5)
Haley H.

excellent selections. had pork deliciously paired with wine!
(4)
Bret C.

I found the salmon small plate to be a tad too salty but I am told it's supposed to be. I don't have an educated pallet by any means so I can only speak from that. Anyways, the waitress kept the drinks coming, had gin and tonics with generous amounts of gin for such a tiny glass. I had the duck entree which was served over rice. It was incredible! Best duck I've ever had and I don't what was in that rice but it was such a great accompaniment. Desert (mine at least) was not good. Bannana cream pie. The crust tasted like an old cookie. As if they just get these shamefully small pies out the freezer and slap it on a plate with some caramel to make it look fancy. My date, however; had the cheesecake and it was delicious. I give five stars to this place because for every one thing I did not enjoy, they had something else to make up for it. So really just boils down to my own tastes and shouldn't reflect the restaurant. Very expensive though. Worth it? Mostly I'd say.
(5)
Phil W.

I have been coming to Coquette for special occasions for years and it has never disappointed. Went Saturday for the finance's b-day and it was more of the same. We did the tasting menu and it was excellent across the board. Highlights were the starter of tempura shrimp, a wonderful heirloom tomato salad, and soft shell crab. Although I am occasionally wary of tasting menus the kitchen has never sent me wrong. Service was spot on and for a nice meal I think it is a great value.
(5)
Natalie S.

I adore this place! I've been to Nola 3 times and have visited this place every time I've traveled there. Impeccable service and knowledgeable bar staff. They make some mean craft cocktails. Cucumber soup during the summer. Spot on! One of the bartenders even let me borrow his cell phone since I left mine home in Los Angeles.
(5)
Megan C.

At first, I was intimidated by the price of this place, but it was well worth it. The food and service was wonderful during Sunday morning brunch. I was unsure of how some of the unusual flavor combinations would ultimately work out, and in the end I was pleasantly surprised. I had the open face pastrami sandwich and although a bit pricey for the size, the freshness and flavors made every penny worth it. The only reason I didn't rate five stars instead of four is because one of the workers was drinking on the job on the floor. I'm not sure if management is okay with that, but it seemed a bit unprofessional.
(4)
Amy S.

I forgot how i found this place to begin with.. but WHHHAAT A GEMMMM!!.. this place definitely was one of the highlights of my trip to nola. of sooo many mindblowing good foods, coquette def was memorable. where do i begin.. fried oysters. best fried oysters i ever had. fried oysters may be something of a casual finger food or fillings for a poboy. but coquette's fried oysters are crunchy on the outside, creamy on the inside, just so so so refined and so so so goooood. shrimp and grits. sigh... at the risk of sounding like broken record, this one was so so sooo gooooood. again, another dish that could be a "casual" food, coquette's shrimp and grits is sophisticated. i want a big bowl of it right now... we also had the beignet, which was heavenly. drinks? yes please. the bourbon with lavender, honey, and lemon got me singing with the very first sip. and they don't joke around with their alcohol. no sir. this one was one stiff drink. so naturally, my friend and i were very happy customers in no time. such a beautiful place.
(5)
Matt K.

Tonight I visited Coquette for the fourth time in my first year living in Nola. This is also the fourth time I've been absolutely blown away. Every bite I take tells a story. All proteins are cooked to perfection. Words like depth, complexity, nuanced; they don't do justice to the food here. Modern and classic, sexy and yummy, Coquette is just a journey! I want to have every special occasion dinner here because the menu rotates seasonally. Also I need to do a special mention of the pastry chef because holy hell! It's peach season and GOOD THING because this insane genius does this thing with seasonal fruit that is just ridiculously good. A crunchy fruit leather filled creme, a sorbet, a foam, and a compote all topped with basil. I had the strawberry version before and it was dynamite but this peach one brought me to tears. Obviously food is a 5, but the atmosphere is cool and the staff friendly ad knowledgeable. 5s abound!
(5)
Helga F.

RUDE! It gets one star because the food is always excellent but I am always disappointed in the service.
(1)
Leesa F.

We went there for happy hour and it was great! We ordered the 4 cheeses, pickled plate and the burger.. All were fantastic! The cheeses were great and served with bread. The pickled plate had some interesting pickled items such as melons and beets! The burger was also good. Overall, we will be back for sure!
(5)
Liz S.

Staying in the Garden district and had seen this restaurant while walking around on Magazine street. We were a group of 6. We stopped in last night, without a reservation. Staff was wonderful. Sat outside as it was a nice evening, although the street noise and traffic can be a bit much at times. The menu looked interesting and we ordered a few different things not even sure what they were and every dish turned into a wonderful experience. The charcuterie plate was amazing. The buffalo apples (believe me try them) were a real surprise. We had their gumbo, fried chicken, fried shrimp and several other small and big plates. Each better than the other. Just go with it and you will be surprised!
(5)
Harry T.

This restaurant has been a favorite of mine for some time but this is my first review on YELP. The building has housed a number of restaurants in the past and for one reason or another they have failed. This is not the case for Coquette. The downstairs is not very large and shares the space with one long and attractive bar. The bar itself is not a bad place to drink and to share a great dinner. Jacob who was a very good waiter is now a very good manager. Chloe is a caring and attentive server. The entire staff is at the level of doing all they can to insure that your visit is one that will cause you to plan a speedy return for more tasty food and dutiful service. The cuisine is absolutely a reward for your taste buds. Everything from the central item on your plate to the side items brings a smile to your face. All ingredients are fresh and the impression given in appearance, taste, and enjoyment is that you are being served from the kitchen of a lifelong citizen of New Orleans who knows how to stir a pot. The Chef is not from here according to the restaurant's web site but he has to have some New Orleans' roots somewhere in his family's ancestry. The man can cook and he makes me beam in savoring his delicacies that are produced in the kitchen. Whether your order shrimp, steak tartare, crab cakes, or "fried chicken" it is all so good. The combination of ambiance, service, drinks, and culinary delights rises to a Five Star classification. This restaurant has my Seal of Approval.
(5)
Simone F.

Just a delightful, bright space on a cool street with a huge selection of drinks and creative dishes. Had a wonderful lunch on a sunny spring day, and yes, I had the sweetbreads and didn't want to leave. Highly recommended.
(5)
Shu Z.

Wonder ambiance, easy location on Magazine, good service with a food that is good although not mind blowing. No on the sweetbreads, having it fried takes away so much from such a succulent organ. The butter squash cavatelli was a very pleasant experience, do try it. Both the Duck and the Red snapper were okay. A good date place.
(4)
Bryan G.

I love to eat out but I also love to cook. Perhaps it's hubris, but I like to think I'm a pretty good cook. It's rare that I eat somewhere, where I'm not secretly thinking "I could probably come pretty close to this at home." This place is the exception. I took my girlfriend here for our one year anniversary. She had wanted to try the coolinary special, which is offered in several fine dining restaurants throughout New Orleans. The deal is you get a 3 course meal for $35 a person. The catch is I'm a vegetarian and few places offer vegetarian meals with this deal. Coquette's listed coolinary entree is catfish but they said they could make all 3 courses vegetarian upon request. The restaurant has a great upscale ambience which is perfect for a fancy date. They have three glass chandeliers and the bathroom is bigger than some apartments I've lived in. The wait staff is attentive but never intrusive and extremely friendly. Nothing I put in my mouth here was less than extraordinary. The bread and butter was the best I've ever had. That wasn't a distinction I would have made before eating in this restaurant. The cucumber soup was exquisite. The temperature and viscosity were nothing short of perfect. The vegetarian entree was mostly eggplant. Typically, I only like eggplant fried and heavily sauced in an eggplant parmesan sandwich. Not at the place, the eggplant came in a delicious gazpacho sauce and was cooked to perfection. Not to mushy and not to chewy. I have no idea how they did it. The eggplant was topped with mushrooms, gnocchi spinach and plum tomatoes. I have no idea how it was seasoned, but the spice combination was perfect. The seasoning brought out the underlying flavors of the vegetables while also adding a flavor component of their own. The desert was outstanding too. I'm not even sure what it was. I believe it was some sort of run flavored ice cream in a chocolate sauce. My grievances are two. Firstly, everything was too salty. Secondly, there wasn't a red wine under $9. I can't really be that pissed about either of these because most food in the south is too salty for my Yankee pallet and this restaurant is fancy as hell. The food here is beyond food. I've never been disappointed by fine dining in New Orleans but this place is on another level. I seriously thought about mugging the chef, kidnapping him and demanding cooking lessons. This is one of the best meals I've ever had. I almost forgot to mention, the check comes with a praline!
(5)
Molly B.

Like many of the other reviews, I was disappointed in the tiny meals they serve for the fat price. I had the vegetarian dish and although it was tasty it was much more like an appetizer. I'd give it another shot. I went right when they opened for dinner at 5:30 and although the restaurant was empty they were annoyed that I didn't have reservations so... make a reservation.
(2)
Holly J.

My parents came to town for a few days, so we did sort of a marathon restaurant experience thing for a few days. Of the three we went to (all of which make most New Orleans top 10 lists) Coquette was the standout. The food was delicious, unexpected and not too fussy. I see why so many people are in love with this place.
(5)
Andrew W.

I had the pleasure of enjoying a client lunch here. I opted to try their fixed price, three course lunch. It seemed like the best value, with a good variety of sampling. I started with the chilled cucumber soup. At first, when it came out, I thought it looked a bit small, but as I was eating it, I came to realize that it was serving its purpose as an appetizer. The soup was light, creamy, and flavorful. Enough seasoning, just salt and pepper, I think, and a couple halves of baby tomatoes, a cucumber slice, and some lovely soft cheese like mozzarella. It totally had me looking forward to my entree' of shrimp and grits. Oh my god! In this town of food, especially southern food, I had the BEST shrimp and grits I've EVER had in this town. The shrimp were plentiful, and large. The sauce was so flavorful, and had a great texture. There were halves of yellow grape tomatoes, added in the end so they were still juicy. And on the top was roasted, halved baby okra. Everything was seasoned to perfection. There were chunks of roasted ham in the sauce, and the grits were creamy. The quantity of all of the ingredients was balanced so it all got finished at the same time. The entree' also came with some fresh sourdough bread slices, the perfect thing to sponge up the remaining sauce. Had it not been there, I may have licked my plate. I had the Blueberry Crisp for dessert. It had a crunchy, sweet/salty granola top and delicately sweet blueberries in the filling. A small scoop of vanilla bean ice cream accompanied the crisp. I devoured it, hardly giving the favors a chance to absorb. With the unpretentious atmosphere, the friendly service, and the excellent food, I have to say that this was possibly the best meal I've had in New Orleans to date. I would have no hesitation in recommending this as a dining destination.
(5)
Lisa B.

The reviews of the service at Coquette are on target. While the food was great, the service was really weak. We had to ask for our wine to be poured, water refilled and dishes cleared, the pork for two was sublime but we couldn't get over how unfriendly and inefficient the service was, I'd hoped the service issues noted by previous reviewers would have improved but clearly management doesn't read these comments or just doesn't care, disappointing....we had significantly better experiences at Dominique, Emerils, and Cafe Giovanni this week,
(3)
Ally C.

Ate here for lunch during Labor Day weekend after Hurricane Issac blew threw the city. They had a limited menu and resources since they didn't have power but regardless of the set backs their food was OUTSTANDING. Will definitely be back to try their regular menu during my next NOLA trip.
(5)
Rebecca C.

Solid upscale food but the waitstaff marred the evening. We were there at 9:30 on a Monday and everyone was slow, tired, and complained about having been there all weekend and wanting to go home. Not the environment I want to spend a bunch of money and my last night in New Orleans in.
(3)
Matthew C.

You know when you write a review on your cell directly after dinner, you just had an incredible dining experience! Coquette is a must when you are considering a slightly upscale dinner. Wow, it is rare when I have no complaint at all with a restaurant. To start, my waiter Vincent knew the menu completely - which I was told changes daily. Service was top notch and that certainly didn't hurt the my opinion of this establishment. Ok, the menu is small, but I like that! They want to get the items they offer right. For starts, I went with the Pork Belly topped with 5 fried oysters, lightly marinated (non mayo based) coleslaw, and house made peach hot sauce. Are you kidding me? How could you not order this? And yes, it was awesome! My main course was the flash fried Soft Shell Crab. It did not disappoint either. It was a very simple and a well executed dish - large chopped Heirloom Tomatoes, a few dollops of Basil PurÃ©e, Julienne style (thick cut) bacon, and a little savory sauce. Good quality ingredients and you could tell. In fact, everything I ate had that rustic, earthy quality - just on the edge of savory. Will I be back to Coquette.... Um, hell yeah! They might have broken into my New Orleans top 5!
(5)
Jody P.

Best meal I ever had. The 5 course blind tasting menu was superb! Really wonderful atmosphere as well. They also were very accommodating to my better halve's dairy allergy!
(5)
Philip L.

Loved my meal here, would come here again! Was pleasantly surprised by my first visit to this charming garden district restaurant. I had the steak frites, great flavor with the shallot vinaigrette - and the fries were ideal (crispy outside, moist inside, not too big, nicely salted). Also had a fish - don't remember which one - but this place can be trusted for fish done right. The private room upstairs was great for a large meeting (20 people), and everyone raved about the food.
(5)
Seth B.

I had been underwhelmed with this place in the past but it turned things around a few months ago. It's located on Magazine Street in the lower garden district and a favorite of food industry people and foodies alike. Solid spot to hit!
(4)
Joy P.

Last night we had dinner at Coquette. We'd previously only had lunch. It was fantastic. Everything about it was good, and while the food is most definitely Louisiana, there's a certainly lightness to the cuisine that keeps it from being gut-busting. We were with a large group so we got to taste many things but my favorites were the pork tenderloin (my entree), my husband's outrageous fish, and the butternut squash cavatelli with fried chicken (outrageously good). Even the bread was fantastic, and cocktails were unreal. Service is attentive and very pleasant. I really love this place. So should you.
(5)
Tanya G.

A local favourite of mine! This place never disappoints with there original mouthwatering dishes. Drinks, food and service are all above average.
(5)
Jane Y.

We came here on Valentine's Day. Not the best timing, but hey, you're supposed to go out and eat somewhere right? Coquette was ... alright. Food was good, service was rude. FOOD: ~4 stars Actually, the food was quite good. We chose not to go with the prix fixe and just ordered off the regular menu. The smoked catfish spread was delicious, my snapper was excellent, and my date enjoyed his duck. Drinks were interesting, but neither as subtle nor as complex as you might find elsewhere in this mixology-heavy town. SERVICE: ~1.5-2 stars To be honest, I kind of expect to service to be underwhelming on V-day when waitstaff is exhausted and probably just wants to go home to someone, like everyone else. But this was pretty over the top, and our meal was at 5:30pm so it was hardly due to the dinner rush. The restaurant was mostly still empty, and just filling when we left before 7pm. Our waitress was downright curt, and almost sarcastic when she did speak. She didn't introduce herself so I don't know what her name is. She was a petite blonde. The wall behind the tables is lined in mirrors. I noticed this because she checked herself out and fixed her hair and makeup continually when she was at our table, even when we were ordering and while SHE was speaking to US. Whenever we ordered or thanked her for bringing a new dish or cocktail, she would respond with phrases like "uh huh" and "kay." Sometimes just silence, another glance in the mirror, and then a turn to walk away. In the end, we chose to avoid further interaction with this woman and left to enjoy dessert at home. Luckily the experience was nothing a short walk on a balmy evening couldn't smooth away. One last note: I was genuinely surprised to hear even my overly considerate, kind partner comment on how bad the service at Coquette was. He worked in food service for years in his youth, so you hardly ever hear a negative word come out his mouth about service in a restaurant. He knows how hard it is. He was highly critical of both our waitress and our busser on this occasion. OVERALL: no thanks Not sure what that was all about. Our meal was incredibly early so I don't think it can be attributed to the dinner rush. Oh well. The food was good but the service ensured that we won't be going back.
(3)
Brian B.

From start to finish i think this is the best dining experience in The Crescent City. I have been here a couple times and the dishes are always so creative. The duck beast was cooked so nicely and was accompanied with fresh local vegetables and some sort of blackberry puree. Appetizers were great. My highlight was probably the fried oysters with a spicy watermelon based sauce to garnish. Dessert was a local berry ice cream that was a 10. We had a great $30 bottle of wine with dinner. My only complaint would be that the service is a bit informal for what is coming out of the kitchen. But really who cares when the food is that damn good?
(5)
Vanessa P.

Amazing! We ate here for Sunday Brunch and had the Eggs Benedict. Wonderful choice. It had a spectacular mix of flavors that was so well paired even down to the tiny garlic/onion flowers. Coquette never disappoints. Great atmosphere and friendly waitstaff.
(5)
Andrew W.

My sincerest compliments to the chef and staff. The food and wine were nothing short of divine. The service was outstanding. The experience was relaxing and fulfilling. The decor and ambiance were classy and modern. I urge you to experience this unique dining experience for yourself. There are really no words to describe Coquette so I'll keep this review as short as possible. The chef/owner truly understands food and utilizes some incredible and unique ingredients to deliver his culinary vision. I highly suggest you go with the 5-course menu and wine pairing when you dine here. Each course was accompanied by a well-paired wine selection, and it was obvious a lot of thought and skill went into selecting the ingredients and crafting the flavor profiles for the dishes. Coquette is hands down one of my favorite dining experiences ever.
(5)
Jon B.

To be honest, food was stellar. Went here with wife and mother in law and enjoyed the entire experience until my wife returned the duck because it was not what she expected based on the menu description. We had been there for two hours so she politely refused a substitution. When the bill came the manager refused to take the item off of our bill despite the fact that we had just spent over $200. He in fact was borderline rude. In an establishment like this one you'd expect service to be top notch but due to management it was very substandard.
(2)
Mark B.

Our party of four opted for the blind chef tasting with wine paring. It was one of the top three dining experience of my life. Coquette is a don't miss when in NOLA.
(5)
Katy H.

Meh...just average. We did the tasting menu. Didn't like that we had to threaten the two at the table that weren't interested just so the other 6 of us could partake in it only to be underwhelmed. (Requires table participation.) More than once I had to stop the waitress to ask what the heck we were eating or what the wine was, and by the way, answering Sauvignon Blanc to that question is wrong. I'm going to need a bit more detail when spending the money on a tasting with pairing. Thanks. Loved the atmosphere though!
(3)
Rachel P.

My husband and I came to New Orleans for our wedding anniversary, and decided to check out Coquette. We were greeted by the hostess, who seemed irritated to be working on a Saturday. Sat us down and briefly explained the menu/specials and let us know that our waiter would be with us shortly. Our waiter, was nice, mellow, slightly sarcastic yet uninterested in our presence. We ordered the 3 course lunch special, mostly delicious. Never once did our waiter come by to check on us, except to ask if my husbands drink was tasty? My husband and I could not help but notice what seemed to be the manager of the restaurant, greeting every other table and regular person who walked in, but passed by our table several times without any acknowledgement, not a single smile, and a very rude/bourgeois attitude. The hostess of the restaurant brought a very unpleasant demeanor to the whole space, and she seemed like she had a stick up her ass, lacking personality and never felt obligated to smile. Unfortunately, the manager's lack of acknowledgement towards us left a very sour taste in our mouth. Most of New Orleans and the people who live within the city, have been incredibly pleasant and a joy to be around. We do not plan to go back to Coquette, even though the food was unique, the service blatantly sucked!
(2)
Josh I.

I've been to Coquette several times including yesterday for lunch. It's always been excellent. I particularly enjoy the cocktails, which are extremely well-made. Yesterday I ordered an old-fashioned and it was (surprisingly) made with a spicy kick. I never would have ordered this since I like the sweetness of an old-fashioned, however I loved the taste so much I ordered another. The quality of Coquette is such that even the simple appetizer salad with greens, candied pecans, feta cheese and a vinaigrette becomes a perfect blend of flavors. My entree of fried catfish over fresh veggies was richer than expected but very enjoyable. The portion was fairly large. One thing that was odd was that the prix-fixe dessert was stated to be a chocolate torte with kettle corn ice cream, but we were brought out a creme brulee-like custard in a thin shortbread crust instead of the chocolate torte. It was not very flavorful, but the kettle corn ice cream was absolutely delicious. It came with scattered pieces of popcorn very lightly glazed with a salty-sweet coating. Overall, yum!
(5)
John K.

The following is at best a feeble attempt in detailing how incredibly awesome this place truly is: The first time we came here, it was somewhat under the radar, but a foodie hotspot in New Orleans. We came for a coursed dinner with wine pairings (which as I am currently on record for being a total slut for) and left with something close to a religious experience. The wine pairings were spot on, the food was local fresh, and left us with one of those rare meals that you'll always compare others too ("I mean this meal was great, but it wasn't Coquette great). I've had a lot of awesome food, but rarely do I dote on a single meal as often as I do ones from here. They truly grasp what it means to deliver great service as well. From accommodating special requests, to quickly and excessively accommodating any issues with the meal, they know how to take care of their customers. It's a small place in the Garden District off Magazine Street. Take the street car (not trolley mind you) down from the Quarter to Washington Street. Walk towards the river (left if coming from the Quarter) on Washington. You'll pass the Commanders Palace - another I highly recommend. It's a beautiful walk and a one that I hope I take every time I'm in town.
(5)
Kim B.

Dined here for dinner last night and had the 5 course chef's tasting menu along with the wine pairings. Everything was delicious! With the little extras that the chef sent out, we actually wound up with about 9 courses! And I can't say enough about the service! We had a great server, Marcie and a few others making sure that our every need was met. All in all this was a top-notch, outstanding dining experience and we will be returning soon!!
(5)
Evan T.

I've been here on several different occasions and the experience has been great every time. It's great whether you're with friends, family, a date, etc.. If it's in season, do yourself a favor and get the Butternut Squash. It's probably their most popular dish and for good reason. The wait staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They do their homework and it definitely shows.
(5)

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Address : 2800 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA, 70115
Phone (504) 265-0421
Website https://www.coquettenola.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :5:00 pm - 10:00pm
Mon : 5:00 pm - 10:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Romantic, Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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