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Irene's
Italian Restaurant$$$$
French Quarter, 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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Carla TanakaNovember 13, 2014Irene'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!
Amanda 🐼December 25, 2022the 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
- Christopher FlossMay 21, 2021What 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.
Kevin SchoonoverMay 28, 2022Phenomenal 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.
Mirella BroylesOctober 12, 2013The 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!
Phoebe WhealdonSeptember 23, 2019Love the new location. Same great food, atmosphere and service. Love the oysters Irene . Love the large improved piano bar and dining area.
SheptoriousMay 9, 2013As 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, 2014Great spot! Nothing better than Italian food & wine and Frank Sinatra. Line starts outside before opening, so make reservations or get there early.
Alice faultcoreJanuary 6, 2017Lamb is absolutely a must. Shrimp pasta (offered instead of crab pasta) was a failure. Raviolis and lamb - good. Pasta - not.- Tamara NealMarch 25, 2016Everything is fantastic here! Food, service, photos of all the stars who have been there, piano bar. ..so cool! Closed Sunday though!
- RobertoAugust 27, 2010no 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
Esti MarieApril 25, 2013Ask 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.
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Juliann KJanuary 26, 2019The Duck St. Pierre is superb! The other food was nice but the duck is astounding, do try it.
KristinFebruary 9, 2014Chicken and pork cheek is awesome! Also try the short rib bucatini! That was my favorite!- Rich KearneyJune 11, 2013Top 5 meals of my life. Everything was great, but the fried oysters and escargot gave me a borderline seizure.
- Cathy CDecember 19, 2012The Oysters Irene were amazing & I don't care for oysters!! The San Francisco entree was wonderful. Cheesecake for dessert.
Duffee MaddoxMarch 7, 2012This 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.
Keith CornellNovember 14, 2010Had 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.
Ken WillisJune 16, 2013Ask for Daniel, he's funny and very knowledgable. Bread pudding is to die for. Escargot is spectacular.
TamelaJune 29, 2010Order anything on the menu. It will be wonderful. I know, because I ordered everything and asked for it to be topped with oysters. WOW!- Jeremy ThompsonAugust 6, 20101 of the Top 3 Filet Mignons I have ever had, including Keens, Ruth Chris, and more. Paired with a perfectly spicy Cabernet.
Jacque MoxMay 5, 2010Be 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.
Danielle CaouetteOctober 12, 2011Service is awesome! Food is just as good... I go there everytime I visit.. Can't go wrong!- 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.
The pasta is devine. Ask for David or Sonny as your server, they know how to take care of guests
- Jeremy ThompsonAugust 6, 2010When Soft Shell crab is in season, this place does it well: lightly battered, lemon, parsely, butter, almonds, paprika, touch of salt.
Christopher SupinoJuly 27, 2010Excellent food and exceptional service....make a reservation...this place is popular with locals and tourists alike.
johnSeptember 24, 2010By far the best of everything. I love this place and take anyone from out of town here for sure.
Christopher TNovember 12, 2012They normally don't take reservations but call just in case. Or get here early and expect to wait!
NikiDecember 24, 2013Showed up at 650pm for a 7pm reservation. Haven't been seated and it's 745pm :(
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Since 1993, upscale Italian classics draw crowds to this homey yet elegant dining room with a piano bar. 529 Bienville St, in the heart of the French Quarter.
Closed until 5:30 PM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 5:30 PM–10:00 PM
(504) 529-8811
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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