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Carmo
Seafood Restaurant, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and South American Restaurant$$$$
Central Business District, New Orleans
The experts at Epicurious and Eater recommend this place
"Have the Esmeralda Salad - delicious with a fun kick!"(7 Tips)
"The Vegan Carmo Salad and the Vegan Rico Sandwich are to die for."(4 Tips)
"Pao de qeijo Noodle salad are awesome"(4 Tips)
"Rico sandwich is a plantain pancake topped with pork"(3 Tips)
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Jess FalkenthalJanuary 28, 2016As a vegetarian, I felt nutritionally deprived during my trip to NoLA, until this place. I really enjoyed the variety of textures & flavors of the Esmeralda Salad & Brazilian cheese bread was AMAZING.
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014The super-casual restaurant's palate skews tropical (think "sandwiches" built within plantain patties), though a special vegan gumbo one evening showcased the kitchen's apt touch with local flavors. Read more
Benjy Severino CruzSeptember 24, 2019Mofongo is a typical PR food made from fried plantain. Their version is actually sweet plantain stuffed with sweet pork as well. But the waitress was nice about it and they put my dish by the house.
KatDecember 6, 2017Fantastic spot. The rico (I had the meat version with boar) is outstanding, and the caipirinha was delicious. Lovely vibe with cool art and good service.
Abby WilliamsJanuary 1, 2020WOW this place is incredible! All such unique dishes you can’t get just anywhere. You have to get the Prawn Patia, Kottu Roti, and the Rico!!
Allison AbbottJune 16, 2016Great alternative from the typical heavy NoLa fare. The rice noodle salad was delicious, as were the options from the raw menu. Cocktails were lovely! Try the one with cashew fruit juice - so unique!
Joe TomlinsonApril 23, 2016The food is to die for here, so much flavour, healthy and feels good. The desserts are also fabulous, everything is available vegan; vegan cheese, meat, and ice cream. Highly recommended!
Ms HeleneDecember 24, 2016Tropical rice salad with currants pineapple avocado and vegan ham was mostly rice and overly sweet dressing Large $9. Nice open seating and service
Kaustubh ThirumalaiDecember 11, 2021Excellent vegetarian fare and tasty cocktails! Interesting menu (changes daily) and great service — the band was v enjoyable too.
Cassie HosfieldNovember 3, 2016Loved the BBQ creole seitan that was the special the day I visited. They also had some vegan desserts that looked amazing. I would have tried one if I wasn't stuffed after my meal :)
Christina O'ReillyJanuary 6, 2018Broken Noodle bowl was phenomenal. My husband had the Vegan RICO which was equally as good. Would love to dine here again next time we are in the area.
Sarah Clark JacintoFebruary 5, 2014Definitely bookmark this place if you are vegan and might travel to New Orleans. Great food, friendly people, good vibe, nice area of the city.
T. Carter RossOctober 22, 2014Ignore the cross-cultural confusion of Vietnamese Armenian bread, it is one of the tastiest things I've had in a long time. Super fresh and a great balance of flavors.
Adrian PhillipsMay 12, 2015Amazingly helpful folks. Get the Rico, pulled pork on a grilled plantain. Be sure to get some house made hot sauce to go along with it.
EaterJuly 10, 2013West Africa meets Europe, Asia, and the Tropics at this cafe in the Warehouse District, offering a range of non gut-busting dishes. [Eater 38 Member]
Crys MartinFebruary 15, 2012The Rico is one of the greatest dishes I have ever had anywhere. I had it with pork but there's a vegan and a vegetarian option too! The staff here is wonderful. Very nice and helpful.
Simon WillisonSeptember 11, 2019The vegetarian Rico is the tastiest vegetarian thing I've ever eaten
David FelfoldiFebruary 22, 2013Vegans rejoice! The pea fritters were phenomenal; add the mild hot sauce to bring out the flowers. The banana bread is not to be missed ( but definitely share).
Annie 🌺 JalotaMay 27, 2018Great vegetarian and vegan friendly spot! Interesting flavors and not too pricey.- Kaitlin MartineauFebruary 23, 2019The Rico was outstanding!! Perfect combo of sweet and savory and the vegan meat was incredible
Emily GiglieranoSeptember 14, 2016Innncredible peanut and coconut milk cocktail, Burmese tea leaf salad, and then there's the banquette breads--go for the Vietnamese, you won't be sorry.
BrennaApril 10, 2017So many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free items. Ingredients are fresh and local. Anything Indian themed here is a must try!
Jenny PrinceJanuary 17, 2014Amazing vegetarian, vegan, & GF food! Nothing is bad here and service is great. Bit of different ordering set-up, but not a big deal. Try it!!
Miles SternFebruary 13, 2017The entire vibe was great! Many vegan and vegetarian options, and flavors from the tropics beyond just Brazil
MihailJune 21, 2018Juices here is just awesome. Try carmo salad with vegan ham. Service sucks, but food is great!
Erin WilsonAugust 5, 2017Food's great. Staff is very granola, but if you ignore that you'll enjoy the food.
Laurel ToubyNovember 2, 2015Fantastic, casual South American fusion. Very creative, thoughtful combos.
Andrea JacksonAugust 17, 2013AMAZING blue crab & hatch green chile soup!! Its on special so may not be available all the time
Try sitting in the side room; there's tons of room to spread out. As for food, the vegan acaraje is out of this world!
Edward RoskeJune 29, 2013VEGETARIANS: If they have it on the specials list, you must order the calabacitas con pollo vegan-style.
dj smallzApril 26, 2013amazing gumbo, and exotic South American type salads and dishes. Definitely a great experience
Prateek SolankiJanuary 2, 2018Comfortable, casual, really delicious food. Lots of great vegetarian options.
Anna VladauJune 11, 2015I had a really good salad with rice, avocado, roasted cashews and balsamic vinegar.- DaveApril 28, 2012Great menu w/ well-marked vegan options. Carmo & Esmeralda salads are heavier on the grains than the greens.
Melissa ManskerAugust 9, 2014Amazing service, fresh ingredients, surprisingly tasty takes on sandwiches.
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Carmo is a New Orleans-based tropical restaurant and bar with a commitment to providing vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike with healthy and affordable dishes in a warm, friendly and casual atmosphere...
Closed until 9:00 AM Tuesday (Show more)
- Tue–Wed
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Thu–Sat
- 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
(504) 875-4132
View menu on https://www.cafecarmo.com/dinner-menu
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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