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Irene's

Italian Restaurant$$$$

French Quarter, New Orleans

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Irene's

7.7^/10

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Ranked #4 for cheesecake in New Orleans
"The Oysters Irene were amazing & I don't care for oysters!!"(2 Tips)
"... food was fantastic: soft shell crab, meatballs, duck w raspberry confit, and..."(3 Tips)
"Don't miss the bread pudding with banana foster sauce!"(3 Tips)
"fried oysters and escargot"(2 Tips)

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Amanda 🐼December 25, 2022
the server michael is the highlight of irene’s!! he recommended a lovely wine and made our experience fun and easy. the italian food was all right but does not compare if you’re from the tristate area
Upvoted Mar 9
Carla TanakaNovember 13, 2014
Irene's can have long waiting hours but it's definetely worth it. While you wait, you can listen to good piano music, so it's not bad at all. The service is great and the food... amazing!
Christopher FlossMay 21, 2021
What an Italian gem in #NewOrleans. A perfect balance of local and Italian cuisine. From homemade lasagna to turtle soup, everything was spectacular! Paul provided exceptional service.
Mirella BroylesOctober 12, 2013
The wait is long but the service is absolutely outstanding-well worth it! They have a sitting room with a piano player and drink service. The best experience I've prob ever had. Food was delicious!
Kevin SchoonoverMay 28, 2022
Phenomenal service from Michael. Red Snapper special was so light and lamb dish is a must. Salads are bigger than expected. Serve bruschetta versus bread service.
Phoebe WhealdonSeptember 23, 2019
Love the new location. Same great food, atmosphere and service. Love the oysters Irene . Love the large improved piano bar and dining area.
SheptoriousMay 9, 2013
As per recommendation from the acclaimed Mike M., get the Paneed Oysters appetizer, substituting extra oysters for the shrimp. The world will be your... amazing little sea creature.
Vincent NeriApril 19, 2014
Great spot! Nothing better than Italian food & wine and Frank Sinatra. Line starts outside before opening, so make reservations or get there early.
Tamara NealMarch 25, 2016
Everything is fantastic here! Food, service, photos of all the stars who have been there, piano bar. ..so cool! Closed Sunday though!
Alice faultcoreJanuary 6, 2017
Lamb is absolutely a must. Shrimp pasta (offered instead of crab pasta) was a failure. Raviolis and lamb - good. Pasta - not.
Esti MarieApril 25, 2013
Ask for Mike M. He is fantastic! He gave us a list a cool hang outs outside of the quarter to give us another perspective. He will take good care of you.
Juliann KJanuary 26, 2019
The Duck St. Pierre is superb! The other food was nice but the duck is astounding, do try it.
RobertoAugust 27, 2010
no reservations, and we got a table immediately. mostly locals (perhaps the time of the yr?). the food was fantastic: soft shell crab, meatballs, duck w raspberry confit, and the cheesecake, very good
Keith CornellNovember 14, 2010
Had a reservation and still waited over an hour for a table. It is a very popular place. Delicious food. Very cramped quarters but great table service. Joseph was our server and he was top notch.
Rich KearneyJune 11, 2013
Top 5 meals of my life. Everything was great, but the fried oysters and escargot gave me a borderline seizure.
Fabiano RampazzoSeptember 15, 2013
Order the lamb. The lamb. The lamb. Lamb. Lamb. Lamb!!!
Cathy CDecember 19, 2012
The Oysters Irene were amazing & I don't care for oysters!! The San Francisco entree was wonderful. Cheesecake for dessert.
Duffee MaddoxMarch 7, 2012
This is the best place to eat in New Orleans but it also might be the most costly. As a poor college student I just had dessert and they treated me like queen.
Ken WillisJune 16, 2013
Ask for Daniel, he's funny and very knowledgable. Bread pudding is to die for. Escargot is spectacular.
KristinFebruary 9, 2014
Chicken and pork cheek is awesome! Also try the short rib bucatini! That was my favorite!
Lewis stancnty sdhos putal i Osix turlockcajuneMarch 9
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Jen BOctober 5, 2013
Fantastic service and warmth. Great food and drink too. Two thumbs up.
Jacque MoxMay 5, 2010
Be prepared to WAIT. We had a reservation & were seated 45 minutes after the actual reservation time. Once seated, service was fantastic & food tasty. All in all worth it, but don't go if in a hurry.
ChrisFebruary 5, 2015
Great Italian food in the French Quarter. Try one of the seafood dishes.
Salvador AguilarMarch 17, 2016
Great food, the lassagna is amazing. Grat sevice.
TamelaJune 29, 2010
Order anything on the menu. It will be wonderful. I know, because I ordered everything and asked for it to be topped with oysters. WOW!
Perlititita CarrilloJune 14, 2016
A traditional place, excellent cuisine and better service.
Jeremy ThompsonAugust 6, 2010
1 of the Top 3 Filet Mignons I have ever had, including Keens, Ruth Chris, and more. Paired with a perfectly spicy Cabernet.
Raquel KuhfahlJune 13, 2015
San Francisco style cioppino is delicious if you like seafood
Michael SorrellsJune 12, 2018
Everything on the menu and daily specials!!!
Danielle CaouetteOctober 12, 2011
Service is awesome! Food is just as good... I go there everytime I visit.. Can't go wrong!
Bo McdonaldJuly 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The pasta is devine. Ask for David or Sonny as your server, they know how to take care of guests
scott andersonApril 6, 2016
Don't miss the bread pudding with banana foster sauce!
justin watsonMay 1, 2012
Must have meatballs aren't on the menu but offered as a chef special.
Barbara A GencoFebruary 22, 2013
Veal marsala was best I've had! Service = superb.
Gloria ChinFebruary 19, 2013
great italian. known for soft shell crab pasta & bread pudding
Lance LacoffAugust 11, 2014
Try the pompano and maytag blue cheese salad
Jeremy ThompsonAugust 6, 2010
When Soft Shell crab is in season, this place does it well: lightly battered, lemon, parsely, butter, almonds, paprika, touch of salt.
Marty WyattAugust 12, 2011
No wait for a table and an excellent dining experience. A must do!
Christopher TNovember 12, 2012
They normally don't take reservations but call just in case. Or get here early and expect to wait!
johnSeptember 24, 2010
By far the best of everything. I love this place and take anyone from out of town here for sure.
Rachel GuidryAugust 12, 2012
The employees are amazing! Matt and Dan are hilariously fantastic.
Hanna WittNovember 9, 2015
Great fiid, excellent service
Christopher SupinoJuly 27, 2010
Excellent food and exceptional service....make a reservation...this place is popular with locals and tourists alike.
Adam WongDecember 5, 2011
Mussels were incredible. Duck was delicious. Creme Brûlée good.
NikiDecember 24, 2013
Showed up at 650pm for a 7pm reservation. Haven't been seated and it's 745pm :(
Jack WalkerJuly 27, 2013
Excellent as always & the service was fantastic.
Lewis stancnty sdhos putal i Osix turlockcajuneMarch 9
And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign forever and ever.
Kat CorlissMay 5, 2010
Make sure to make a reservation -- even with ours made, we had to wait an additional 40mins to be seated at 9:30PM.
Graham EdwardsMay 1, 2014
The mussels are outstanding

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